The struggle within (The tale of Adolescence)

Once upon a time in a town filled with warmth and love, there lived a kind and generous boy named Harith. He was adored by his parents and his two little twin sisters, Aisha and Husnah, aged nine. Harith's days were filled with play, treats, and helping his mom, Zainab, with chores. His love and kindness made him a favorite in the neighborhood, and he regularly visited the mosque, spreading positivity wherever he went. However, as the tale goes, a change began to swirl through Harith's life about two months after his fifteenth birthday. It was as if the winds of change had blown through, and Harith felt a newfound independence. He distanced himself from his parents and stopped playing with his beloved sisters. The transformation extended to his appearance. Harith, once a simple boy, began experimenting with his hair and started associating with less-than-ideal friends who influenced him negatively. Zainab, a nurse, and Imran, a hardworking constructor, noticed these shifts in their son's behavior. One evening, when Harith arrived home at 7 pm, his parents awaited him in the sitting room. Imran, his father, confronted him, questioning the alterations in his behavior, appearance, and overall demeanor. Harith, silent and contemplative, looked down and retreated to his room, leaving his anxious parents seeking answers. The following day, as the sun painted the sky with hues of dawn, Harith awoke earlier than usual. Ignoring the morning prayer, he prepared for the day. As he was about to leave, his father, Imran, intercepted him. Curious about the unexpected early departure, Imran insisted on accompanying Harith to school. Surprised by his dad's sudden interest, Harith hesitated but eventually accepted the offer. As they set out at 5:30 am, Imran noted the deviation from Harith's usual routine. He questioned his son's motives, reminding him that he typically left home at 6:40 am for school. To be continued