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Supposedly,

I should be the judge.

But this time, your judge is Jabal Junior.

I'm begging you, Jabal, please!

He's just a little kid. He thinks this is a game to play.

I'm not a little kid. And I know well how to play.

You're brave!

Watch your mouth. The judge is angry with you.

Please, Jabal.

I am willing to do whatever you want.

What I want will not be in your favor.

You have been unfaithful to us and have betrayed our hospitality.

In our custom, a traitor deserves a bullet.

We are at your command, nephew. One word from you would preserve his life,

and one word from you would send him to his death. Tell us now.

I'm telling you! Open the door for me!

You dogs! Have mercy!

Open the door!

Where did you take Joe?

Home.

Where's Naim? What did you do to him?

Naim got a second go at life. Jabal Junior pardoned him.

Who gave you the right to punish people?

You still have the guts to speak about rights.

And who gave you the right to abduct the boy and sneak out like thieves?

We were heading to a fight and might never come back alive.

Who gave me the right?

He's my son! You're the ones who abducted him from me. You want to get even with me!

Cut the crap now.

I don't want to get even with you. Someone else will.

Let's move, Chahine. Go.

What are you going to do with her?

What they used to do in the old days.

And I'll never abandon my traditions.

And you. I have something to discuss with you later.

Is Jabal ready?

Jabal is ready.

Here you are.

Lower your hand, boy. Lower it.

It was a near hit.

Shall we do it again?

You can try it once, twice, and a million times.

I basically kept shooting for a year before I hit my first bird.

I don't need a year. I'll get used to it fast.

Because you're a hero, boy.

Let me see.

Bravo, boy.

This rifle will be yours, nephew.

But promise me not to touch it unless I'm with you.

A promise is a promise.

Uncle Sakher, where's Mom now?

Your mom is...

Where's my son?

-Sit down. -I'm not here to sit.

I'm here to leave with my son and Naim.

I'm telling you,

if anything happens to them, there will be consequences.

Jabal Junior is our son.

No one will tell us how to take care of him. Even his mother.

Really? Jabal Junior is my son.

He's no one's responsibility. I can take him whenever I want.

You don't have the right to judge me.

I recommend keeping your voice down.

After what you did, you'd better think twice before you say a word.

I'm not afraid of anyone. I'll say whatever I want.

Back in time, if a woman did what you did,

they would have her stand just like you are.

They would place a white veil in front of her,

and they would have her choose.

Either to be in a coffin or to be in a wedding dress.

Whichever you pick,

you're not to leave from here.

What?

This was long ago, and I can't force things upon you.

But you are never to see your son outside of this house.

And you can't be here unless you become our family.

And to become our family,

you'll have to marry Jabal!

This is really hilarious. I can't believe it.

What year are you in?

Are there still people who think this way?

You will have me lose my mind!

Who do you think you are? Are we in the jungle?

No. We aren't.

Because if we are, I would put a bullet between your eyes.

Take it from me, don't test me.

That, too.

Let me make things clear here, because it seems you don't know me well.

As long as I live, my son will remain with me.

And I'll take him by force whether you like it or not.

Don't test me.

What was that, Em Jabal? What are you planning?

The right act.

I said what your father would've said if he was still alive.

What's right is always right. It will all end up right.

Alia, this won't help you.

Even you. I thought for a moment that you're on my side.

Me? I swear to God, I sincerely tried to help you.

-This is just what I could do. -Why did you make me do it? Why?

I didn't make you do it.

You know well how influential Jabal is. He won't let me get away with this.

He almost had me abort my child.

You called my son. Not your brother.

No, it wasn't me.

Your son called me. He was going to call everybody.

-You want me to swear it? -Don't swear a thing. Enough!

I can't believe anyone of you.

I'm so pissed off but no one cares.

-You could've helped me. -I could not.

-Yes, you could! -I could not!

I need Joe's passport.

His passport is with me. It will remain so.

What game are you and your mother playing? I don't get it.

No.

Enough is enough.

You're packed, and there're about ten cars ready to take you wherever you want.

I'm not going anywhere without my son.

Do you accept being forced to do things this way?

No.

Listen.

My mother is a conventional woman.

She said what was supposed to be said.

Let me tell a story before your flight.

I once married a girl who was 15 years younger than me.

We lived together for four years.

Four years of bitterness. You know what I mean?

Bitterness!

This is what I sorely regret the most.

How you felt is the least of my concerns. I've never even considered the offer.

I'm not staying in this house. And I'm not leaving without my son!

You're free to live in whatever time you like.

But in this time, people get to determine their destiny.

Yeah, you can file another lawsuit against me.

Yes, he's next to me.

He's fine. Good.

Okay, as you want.

Bye.

We're going to see your mom.

I don't like what you did.

Do you like what you did?

You've got to get married and have children.

This way, you'll put an end to what people say.

Em Jabal, I know what you want. But let's just forget about Alia.

What's wrong with Alia?

She gave birth to a strong and healthy boy.

And he has to grow up near his uncle.

He'll grow up near his uncle.

But I won't necessarily have to marry his mother.

Well then, let her leave. Why did you let her see the boy?

I don't want her to make a scene.

This's the last thing I want now.

She is the kind of woman who won't leave gracefully.

And you need such a woman, son.

Listen, Mom. Alia will leave. Period.

And what if the boy says that he wants to travel with his mother?

What will you do?

You're unbelievable for an old man.

-What else could I do? -What could you...

Where is he?

Where did he go?

Yes, Boss Chahine.

It seems that the lawyer was able to escape.

I wanted to call you since this morning.

I had a nightmare, and now it made sense.

What was that nightmare?

Okay, tell me when I see you.

You know, it's not over yet.

There's a lot to tell.

I'll speak to you later. I can't talk right now.

I'm good.

But I don't know how things would end up.

Okay, my love. Take care.

And always remember that I'm waiting for you.

Joe?

Are you satisfied now?

Let them have some time alone.

Are you sure Uncle Naim was unharmed?

Yes, I'm sure. Uncle Jabal promised me that he will spare his life.

He doesn't want Celine and Sara to live without a father.

Well, listen to me. I want to ask you something.

Go to Uncle Jabal and tell him that you want to travel with mom.

He loves you very much, so he won't say no.

I don't want to.

The boy likes it here.

But I'm afraid he will get bored of playing with guns.

Don't be afraid.

He reminds me of you when you were a kid.

And here you are, God bless you, you didn't get bored.

Son, such a decision can't be entrusted to a little kid.

You don't need someone to remind you to do the right thing.

Why do I even need to ask you? Move on.

No!

It seems like the boy has already made up his mind.

Jabal!

What's wrong with you? Why are you doing this?

What's happening with you?

Sakher, get down.

What's this?

What's wrong with you? Why are you doing this, son?

I love you, Mom. But I don't want to travel to Canada.

Why, my dear?

What happened to you?

What did you do to the boy? Why did you put ideas in his mind?

Go to your nana.

Mom, I love you. I'll be waiting. Return to me soon.

Joe.

Joe!

Get in the car.

I don't want to.

You think you're worthy to raise him?

How could you put him in such a situation with Naim?

This kid will be a man someday.

He can't be a man like this.

You think you're above the law and untouchable.

I want to take my son whether you like it or not!

You're quite agitated now. I won't argue with you.

I don't care!

If there's only one day left in my life,

I will take my son, and he'll leave with me.

If I don't hear Naim's voice before tomorrow afternoon,

I'll sue you for abduction and murder!

And you know well the consequences of killing a Canadian citizen!

Abu Ali, give her a ride, please.

I don't want anything from you. Leave me alone!

This prison you live in isn't suitable for either me or my son.

Understood?

He's my son!

You'll see.

She can't go alone.

Go get her a taxi and have someone follow the car.

Got it.

Your mom will eventually calm down.

And she'll know how much we love you.

We want her to live here with us.

And Uncle Jabal will save no effort to satisfy her at all.

Yes, Fanous.

Okay.

I'll tell Jabal and get back to you.

Okay.

You know what, that Nidal happens

to be the most courageous member of Al-Said's family.

That Syrian mother made some phone calls

to avoid the fight, before her sons arrived at the café.

And finally, Jabal happens to be the hero.

Hey, Mom,

did you consider that I might have been killed in that fight?

If there's a fight, you have to be there.

I know you well, my son. You're vigilant and courageous.

Well, listen, Mom.

If a fight was to be started and it was raining bullets,

I would be next to my cousins.

Meaning, I would be caught in cross fire.

Don't blame me for that. Sakher was really angry with Nidal.

Mom, you put ideas in Sakher's head.

He loves Rima, and he's ready to fight the world for her.

Let him ask her father's permission. If he says yes, I'll do the same.

What does Rima really mean to you? Is she a game for you to play?

I said "if." Your father won't agree unless he's released from prison.

What he decides is what's going to be.

And until then, what will you do with Rima?

You will keep her at home with you?

As if there are no other men but Sakher.

Listen, Mom, Sakher will never let Rima marry someone else.

I'll keep her at home rather than give her to the Syrian mother's son.

It's humiliating enough that my son works for that Syrian mother's son!

He won't see anyone from his family. He won't even talk to them.

Even his father.

We should've killed him and rid his family from this trouble.

Nidal is in pain. Someone in pain can do anything.

What you did was very noble, Abu Ahmad.

For you, I'll forgive him.

But I want you to deliver a message to Nidal and Al-Said family.

I'll hold up my end of our agreement.

But if they can't deal with him, tell them not to blame me later.

Because if I see him, I'll kill him.

Then be careful.

Don't get me wrong.

Do you know how many people want me dead?

They are twice as many as these prayer beads.

This Nidal is barely worth a quarter bead of them.

You're a messenger of goodwill, Abu Ahmad.

You've done more than enough.

And may God help reward you properly.

I hope you hear good news soon.

If God wills it.

-You're welcome, Abu Ahmad. -It's an honor to have you here.

Nice to meet you.

See you, Abu Ahmad.

-Don't be late. -I won't.

-Hello. -Hello and welcome.

Listen, attend to Abu Ahmad's needs. Double anything he wants.

Got it.

I have to run some errand.

When you're done with Naim, have him talk to Alia.

Have you changed your mind?

Changed what? No.

I want you to scare him half to death so that he'll quit his foolishness.

And get him to make his last phone call with Alia.

I promised the boy that he'll never be harmed.

Don't call me unless there's an urgent matter, okay?

Your teeth hurt, cousin?

Yeah. It's a toothache.

You're going without Debb?

How's Debb, anyway? Do you know how he's doing?

I do. Tomorrow, he's going to see the judge.

I hope it works well for him.

That dentist is really something, huh?

Forget about the dentist.

Fanous and the old man left the door opened for Naim.

He's been out there for several hours.

Your brother wants to have him call Alia tomorrow. See.

To hell with him. He'll be dinner for hyenas.

These things are pre-determined.

Say that to your brother.

He ran away, right? Let him pay the price.

If he's lucky, he'll live. If not, it's God's will.

None!

How long will you be staying here?

Three or four days. I don't know. Maybe a week.

I'll book you for three days first.

Yes, please.

A single room.

And here's my credit card.

Your passport, please.

Would it upset you if I tell you

that if you didn't answer me, I would go to your house?

I said "if."

That would be a really huge mistake.

You're to blame for keeping me in the dark.

Where do you want me to start?

About my stupid brother who causes us troubles that only God can fix,

or about my brother's wife who ran away with the boy,

and was almost successful.

Above all, my mother offered her two options when I got her home.

Either she travels or she stays.

But if she chooses to stay, she must get married to me.

This is definitely a joke, isn't it?

It's not.

My mother doesn't joke around about these things.

This is a tradition. That's what we are.

I know this was the tradition. But that was very long ago!

There's been a little development.

Just like mobile phones, there's an update.

What update?

Yeah.

You keep your eyes open.

What?

Was this a joke, or were you telling me something?

What do you think?

I'd like to think of it as a joke.

Then why didn't you laugh?

It's not a funny joke. Not at all.

Is everything okay?

Sorry, madam, the card isn't working.

How is that possible?

I tried another ATM, but still no luck. It happens a lot, madam.

It can't be. It must be some kind of mistake.

Well, I'll check if I have some cash.

Don't bother, madam. You can pay when you check out.

Okay, I'll fix the card in the meantime.

Okay, I'll move you to a suite then.

No. I don't want a suite.

It will be the same price, madam.

How's that?

You've just won a free suite.

Did anyone call you to change the reservation?

Of course not. This is a routine procedure.

We care about our customers' comfort.

Here's your key and your passport.

Merci.

Hi, Alia. I've just heard your message. I can see you tonight if you want.

I know you're upset. Maybe you're right. But I was really honest with you.

If I wasn't pregnant, God knows what Jabal would've done to me.

If you like to talk to your son, call me.

This is what I can just do. Take care of yourself.

Leave me alone. You're all the same.

I can't feel anything. Your belly is so small.

You can't feel a thing now. The baby is still very small.

What will you call him?

His father and I agreed that if we get a nice boy like you, we'll call him Adel.

After my father?

Yeah.

Why isn't his father here?

Why am I not there?

He'll come and get me before Adel's born.

My mom will be here, won't she?

Yeah, I hope so, my dear.

Hi, Adel, I'm Jabal. I'm waiting for you.

Sweet boy.

Please don't think of me as the unpunctual guy.

No, it's okay. No problem.

When you live in Beirut, you'll understand why I'm late.

Anyway, I'll make it up to you, and take you to a nice place.

No, thank you, I'm really tired. I prefer to stay in the hotel.

Come on, Alia. Let's go.

Please, I'm really not in the mood now.

If I'm getting in the way of your party, I'll see you later. It's not a big deal.

No, not really. I've just wanted you to have some good time.

How's she like?

Who?

Your brother's wife. How's she like?

Beautiful.

However, she doesn't belong here.

Do you have a photo of her?

You keep thinking about her.

No, but when I speak of someone, I like to picture them in my head.

Only your photos are on my phone.

Anyway, no problem.

I see all the people in your eyes.

I told you what's going to happen.

I know you did. Is there something else?

I want to know what you are thinking about.

I think I should notify the Canadian embassy.

To file a lawsuit, if necessary.

You're going to file a lawsuit that will be added

to the hundred cases against Jabal.

But Naim is a Canadian citizen.

Yeah, it might be a little different.

How's that? Jabal isn't above law.

Jabal is an outlaw.

But he managed to get away.

How so?

He managed to get away.

Alia, I'm prepared to do anything you want.

Anyway, I'm heading to the embassy tomorrow.

If you know a good lawyer, please inform me.

Yes, there's one.

Well, we're done talking. Let's go out.

You have to spend some good time to change your mood.

My mood won't change unless I take my son and leave.

Above all, I don't like parties and chitchatting.

Anyway, thank you for your precious time.

Excuse me, I'm tired. I want to go to bed.

Where could he possibly go? No one gets out unnoticed, come on!

It was dark yesterday. We couldn't find him.

We'll find him now in daylight.

-You'd better move now. Come on. -Let's go, boys.

-What? -What?

They are still looking for him.

Forget it. He's in heaven now.

Are you joking? I'm thinking of what to say to Jabal.

Don't say a word now, unless he calls you. Don't trouble his morning mood.

Got it.

Come in.

AL HAYBA VILLAGE

Slow down.

Sorry, I have a passenger.

My wife is in labor at home.

I've been looking for a car for about an hour now. There's none.

Can't you see that I have a passenger?

She's going to die.

Okay. Get in.

It's not far around there.

Are you okay, Doctor?

I'm fine, dear.

Let's go.

Please, I want to file a report about a family

that abducted my son and a friend of mine.

Subtitle translation by Faris Hasan