Khaled, A Tale of Arabia

In a realm of glittering heavens, Khaled, a genii who has embraced Islam, stands before Asrael, the Angel of Death, pleading to have his name inscribed in the book of life so he may walk the earth as a man. The celestial scene, with trees whose branches bear countless jeweled fruits, sets a tone of wonder and divine purpose as the Angel pauses, curious enough to ask the spirit to recount his tale.

Back on the sands of Arabia, the story shifts to the opulent court of Riyadh, where a sultan’s only daughter is famed for a beauty that rivals even the legendary Black‑Eyed Virgins. While countless princes from distant lands vie for her hand, she watches them unseen through a secret palace chamber, weighing their words and gifts. When an exotic Indian prince arrives with a caravan of gold, ambergris, and elephants, his dazzling display promises to upend the delicate balance of desire and destiny that has held the court in suspense.