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I asked "When will I meet my desire?"
The Beloved said "Soon! You will do as you will!"

"But you ask a steep price" I said.
The Beloved said, "but it is worthwhile".

"Who can find his way to you?" I asked.
The Beloved said "Only the wise will play this game".

I said "Worship no idols, trust in Allah!"
The Beloved said, "Never mind, Love is your guide."

"The tavern takes away your pain" I said.
The Beloved said, "Blessed are those who remain blissful".

I said, "Religion condemns wine and sufis"
The Beloved said, "Let's do what the Friend says."

"What good is it for old men to follow love?" I asked.
The Beloved said, "Love makes old men young."

I asked, "Will I truly meet you soon?"
The Beloved said, "Soon, when Jupiter joins the Moon".

"Hafiz prays for your success" I said.
The Beloved said, "This is what the angels of heaven do."

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