Little Kourosh, after the successful printing of thousands of copies of his three revolutionary books—"The Comprehensive Dictionary of New Persian," "A Guide to the Writing of New Persian," and the "Achaemenid Avesta"—gazed at his achievements with indescribable excitement and a hidden pride. The books, with their fine leather covers bound by artistic hands and their uniform paper pages smelling of fresh ink, were not only a symbol of his unparalleled genius but also the tangible embodiment of his dream for the future of Persia; a dream that had now moved from mind to reality. The time had now come to present this great treasure of knowledge and wisdom to his most important supporters, his father and mother, and to make them partners in this grand vision.
The evening sun had cast a curtain of golden and purple light over the garden of Anshan. The delightful scent of jasmine and roses, mingled with the smell of damp earth and the fragrance of incense wafting from the palace, filled the air, and a gentle breeze made the leaves of the trees dance. Little Kourosh, with firm but small steps, carefully held three copies of his newly printed books in his arms. While a deep excitement surged in his chest and his heart beat rapidly, he walked towards Cambyses and Mandane, who were standing by a calm pond full of water lilies, watching the sunset. This was the moment Kourosh had planned for months; a moment that could change the destiny of Persia.
Kourosh, with eyes shining with excitement and a gaze that bespoke an ancient wisdom, gently and with dignity placed the books on the small stone table before his parents. In a clear but calm voice, in which confidence and resolve resonated, he said, "Father, Mother... this is the fruit of our labor. These are the first books made with the light of wisdom and relentless effort; the fruit of seeds that were planted in solitude." His words, as if rising from the depths of his soul, carried a great weight of hope and future.
Mandane, with curiosity and wonder, picked up one of the books. Her fingers traced over the leather cover and the smooth paper pages. "My God... my son! How light they are! And what smooth, uniform pages! It is as if they are silk, but of another kind!" She turned the pages in amazement, inhaling the pleasant scent of fresh ink. Cambyses, too, with careful hands, picked up "The Comprehensive Dictionary of New Persian." His eyes were fixed on the clear and uniform lines of New Persian. "How is this possible? All the words have the same shape, and the script never deviates from its path! It is as if hundreds of scribes have written with a single hand!" Astonishment was evident in both their eyes.
Kourosh, with a calmness beyond his years and an intelligence brought from the future, began to explain: "Father, Mother, this is the result of paper-based printing technology; lighter than clay tablets and cheaper than parchment, and there is no need for scribes to spend days writing a single book. Moreover, with this paper and the pens we have made, writing becomes ten times easier. And this is the New Persian language. Its rules are simple, and anyone can learn it easily." He demonstrated its practicality by pointing to the words and letters. "Imagine, your decrees can reach the farthest corners in a single day, and everyone can read them. Knowledge will no longer be the monopoly of a few."
Cambyses placed the book on the table and looked at his son with a serious and deep gaze. He understood the immense potential of these inventions, but he was looking for a greater purpose. "This is not just a tool, Kourosh. This is a power that can change the world! But for what? Why do we need thousands of copies of these? Is this just for beauty and convenience?" His tone was a mixture of admiration and a strategic question that delved into the depths of Kourosh's dream.
Kourosh looked into his father's eyes. "Father, if knowledge remains confined among the people, our land will never reach its peak of prosperity and will be vulnerable to the storms of ignorance. These books, 'The Comprehensive Dictionary of New Persian,' 'A Guide to the Writing of New Persian,' and the 'Achaemenid Avesta,' will guide everyone to wisdom, goodness, and the path of Ahura Mazda. With mass literacy, the people will not only understand your commands better, but they will also participate in the progress of Persia. An informed nation is stronger, more loyal, and less easily deceived; a nation built on the foundation of wisdom and justice."
Then, Kourosh outlined his larger vision. He spoke of the boundless potential of movable type printing; how this technology could free knowledge from the monopoly of scribes and priests and place it in the hands of all people, from peasants to soldiers. He explained that with printed books, literacy would become a universal right, and ordinary people could also become familiar with laws, history, and religious teachings. This, in turn, would lead to strengthening national unity, reducing rebellions, and increasing loyalty to the government. He emphasized that these actions would not only help to strengthen the foundations of Persia but would also prepare it to become a great and stable thousand-year empire; an empire based on knowledge, justice, and the consent of the people, not merely on military force and fear.
Mandane, with tears of joy wetting her cheeks, took Kourosh's small hands in hers. "My son, truly you carry the Divine Glory. This is a miracle from Ahura Mazda manifested in your hands. You will not only become a great king, but you will be the savior of the people; a savior who, with wisdom and light, will pave the way for a bright future." Her voice, full of faith and a mother's love, echoed in the garden and filled Kourosh's heart with warmth.
Cambyses, influenced by Kourosh's words and Mandane's firm faith, straightened his shoulders and his stature grew taller. He clearly saw the immense potential of these innovations; a potential that went beyond military battles and conquests and could lay the foundations of an eternal civilization. "Very well, my son! I am with you, and I will help you on this great path. Whatever you need for this work will be provided. This is a dream that must come true, and I will be by your side." He paused and, with a determined and resolute gaze, added: "Now that these treasures are ready, it is time for others to see their glory. I will gather all the elders of the dynasty and the chiefs of the Persian tribes. You yourself will introduce these books and this new language to them and will illuminate the path for the future of Persia."