The Shadows of Al-Raqqat

Royda Ali
2 min readApr 6, 2023

Chapter 3: Unveiling the Dark Pact

As Farid and Sheikh Abdul tirelessly delved into the enigmatic lore surrounding the jinn, they gradually untangled the sinister ties that had drawn the malevolent spirit to Al-Raqqat. It was during a late-night study session that they stumbled upon a critical piece of information: the identity of the one who had called forth the jinn. Qadir, a dark sorcerer once considered a friend of Farid, had become consumed with envy over Farid’s success and was tormented by a lustful yearning for his beautiful wife, Nura.

In his pursuit of power and retribution, Qadir had entered into a vile pact with the jinn, offering the innocent souls of the vanished children in exchange for the jinn’s malevolent services. This unholy alliance had unleashed a reign of terror upon Al-Raqqat, ripping families apart and casting an ominous shadow over the once-vibrant city.

Horrified by this chilling discovery, Farid and Sheikh Abdul realized they had no choice but to confront Qadir and put an end to his heinous deeds. They understood that the only way to rescue the abducted children and restore tranquility to Al-Raqqat was to banish the jinn back to its realm and sever the insidious bond between the sorcerer and the supernatural creature.

However, they first needed a weapon powerful enough to vanquish the otherworldly adversary. Under Sheikh Abdul’s guidance, Farid employed his extraordinary skills to forge a blade that would encapsulate the might of their faith. With the blessings of the Quran and years of experience, Farid meticulously crafted a spectacular sword, its hilt adorned with elaborate engravings of sacred verses, and its blade shimmering with an inner light.

This was no mere weapon. It symbolized Farid’s unwavering devotion and the culmination of the duo’s research. A divinely empowered blade, capable of driving the jinn back to its realm and severing the malevolent connection it shared with Qadir.

With their weapon complete, Farid and Sheikh Abdul braced themselves for the upcoming confrontation. They recognized that the impending battle against Qadir and the jinn would be unlike any they had ever faced and that they must summon every ounce of strength, bravery, and faith to triumph. As they readied themselves to challenge the darkness, the people of Al-Raqqat looked on with bated breath, fervently praying for the success of their champions and the return of the light that once illuminated their city.

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Royda Ali

Multi-disciplinary creative pushing boundaries and inspiring others with fresh ideas and unique perspectives.