News spread throughout Small Abdul’s village that the ogress had captured the powerful Caliph’s daughter. Being the ruler of the community, the Caliph ordered anyone and everyone – who thought they were fit for the job of rescuing his poor daughter ’ to step forward.
Small Abdul, his mehari, and the great azure and green bird made their way to the Caliph’s large house. Small Abdul presented himself to the Caliph; then he introduced his bird and camel. The Caliph stared at all three up and down and told them that they were surely not fit for the task of rescuing his daughter.
Disappointed, the peacock and the camel left the Caliph’s abode discouraged. But Small Abdul grinned kindly and bowed his head to the Caliph; he walked charmingly out of the house and, with assistance from the peacock, saddled up on his camel. Then, he ordered the camel to ride to the ogress’ palace.
The peacock and camel were uplifted by Small Abdul’s bravery and motivation, and the three rode off together on their journey to save the Caliph’s daughter.