ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Zal and Rudabeh

Once upon a time, there was a boy named Zal who was born with white hair and was abandoned by his parents because they thought he was a monster. But luckily, a bird named Simorgh found him and raised him as her own.

Meanwhile, there was a beautiful princess named Rudabeh who lived in a different land. One day, Zal saw Rudabeh's portrait and fell in love with her. He decided to go and find her.

When he reached the land of Rudabeh, he met her father who didn't like Zal at first because he was from a different tribe. But eventually, he agreed to let them marry if Zal could prove himself in a battle.

Zal won the battle and was allowed to marry Rudabeh. They loved each other and had a son, who would grow up to be a great warrior named Rostam.

So, Zal and Rudabeh's story is a beautiful tale of love and overcoming obstacles.