The siren's song : A story of worldly temptations and eternal consequences

Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon  
Contd from previous issue
The young sailor laughed. "Old man, those are just tales meant to frighten the weak. I am strong and wise enough to resist any temptation. I will return with riches beyond measure while you stay here in fear of old legends."
Ignoring the warning, the sailor set off, the thrill of the open sea filling his sails. For days, the voyage was smooth, the sea calm, and the winds favorable. But as the sailor ventured farther into the unknown, he began to hear it—soft, melodious voices drifting across the water. The sound was enchanting, promising fulfillment of every desire, every ambition. The closer he sailed, the more irresistible the voices became.
Entranced by the song, the sailor altered his course, forgetting the old mariner’s warning.
(To be contd)