The summary of the text is:
- A woman named Mahi is a widow who lives in a mansion of a religious leader named Peer Kazim Shah. She is conflicted about her feelings for another man, Farhad, who works in the shrine.
- Mahi's mother-in-law and brother-in-law want her to marry Sikandar, the son of Peer Kazim Shah, who is also a widower with two children. They think this will benefit their family's reputation and political ambitions.
- Mahi's father agrees to the proposal, but wants Mahi's consent as well. He tells her the advantages of marrying Sikandar, but also says it is her decision.
- Mahi meets Farhad secretly and they express their love for each other. They are interrupted by some men who harass them and Mahi runs away.
- Farhad is angry and frustrated by the society's judgment and intolerance. He is told by his friend that he has to go to the mansion the next day, as per Fakir Saeen's instructions. Fakir Saeen is a respected spiritual guide who has left for a journey. Farhad does not want to go to the mansion, but feels obliged to follow Fakir Saeen's wishes.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Mahi is a widow who lives in the mansion of Peer Kazim Shah, a politician.
2. Sikandar, the son of Mahi's mother-in-law, wants to marry Mahi and his mother has asked for her hand again.
3. Mahi's parents are willing to accept Sikandar's proposal, but they want Mahi's consent too.
4. Mahi is in love with Farhad, a poor man who works in a shrine.
5. Farhad and Mahi face harassment and discrimination from society because of their relationship.
6. Fakir Saeen is the head of the shrine and he has left for a few days, leaving his responsibilities to Romana, a woman who loves him.
7. Romana also faces rejection and loneliness because of her love for Fakir Saeen.
8. Fakir Saeen has asked his followers to visit the mansion if they are invited by Mahi's family.