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When cruelty becomes a form of dignity

I am forced to be cruel

Forgive me for my cruelty in advance

Right now

I have to side with my wounds

I know that I have a dark past And I've made countless mistakes

And that I've done things That you haven't heard about yet

I know that I have a dark past And I've made countless mistakes

And that I've done things That you haven't heard about yet

The people who know what's right Are the ones who've made mistakes

Think long and hard Before you interpret our love

The people who know what's right Are the ones who've made mistakes

The people who know what's right Are the ones who've made mistakes

Think long and hard Before you interpret our love

The people who know what's right Are the ones who've made mistakes

We're defined by our experiences

We should understand everyone else To give an answer

We should be reprimanded for our actions And reprimand others for theirs

And go through difficult times So we know who our true friends are

We're defined by our experiences

We should understand everyone else Before we give an answer

We should be reprimanded for our actions And reprimand others for theirs

And go through difficult times So we know who our true friends are

The people who know what's right Are the ones who've made mistakes

Think long and hard Before you interpret our love

The people who know what's right Are the ones who've made mistakes

The people who know what's right Are the ones who've made mistakes

Think long and hard Before you interpret our love

The people who know what's right Are the ones who've made mistakes

THE EVENTS, CHARACTERS, AND SETTING OF THIS SERIES ARE ALL FICTIONAL

EPISODE 4

Open the door, I know you're there.

Your car is parked up. Open the door.

Move away.

-He went in-- -Keep your voice down.

-What a catastrophe. -Let me check.

-What are you doing? -Give me a minute.

I beg you, stay here. He will kill us both. Do you understand?

You can't face him. Let's avoid the turmoil tonight.

I beg you.

Is he gone?

Hey!

Okay, okay.

Slowly.

It's okay.

I'll get you some water.

Here you go.

It's okay.

Bon appétit!

I am sorry I have to ask this…

but who is this man?

This man…

I'm sorry.

It's a long story. Spare me now, please.

I'm not being rude here, I swear it's a long and complicated story.

I can't tell it now.

It's okay, as you wish.

Are you okay? Do you feel okay now?

-I should go. -Stay.

Maybe he's waiting downstairs.

Wait for a while to make sure he's gone.

If you want?

No, it's okay. I am sure he left.

I am here.

You can come back whenever you want.

-No, this is too much. -You said it.

-This is too much. -How dare you talk back?

Yeah, you're right to be annoyed. And for Jabal to leave the house.

-And for Sakher to stop talking to anyone. -You even went to your uncle's house.

You went to Hanaa by yourself. She's crazy.

-She's no crazier than me. -True.

You're right, because no one else would have done this.

You're saying this to me, Mother?

Stop talking back to me or I will suffocate you.

You don't understand what you're doing.

Why did you go to your uncle's house? Did you go to apologize?

You went to beg from your aunt? She could've killed you there, you fool!

Like Chahine was killed here?

It's okay, she would have treated me the same.

Listen, you fool.

Sultan's daughter won't disregard her family

for anyone at all!

Do you understand? This isn't just for you.

He who is sad for Chahine's death, his grave is down there.

Go and pray for him.

But this house won't be shattered for anyone or any reason.

Even if Sultan Sheikh Al Jabal passed away, his wife is still alive.

As long as I am alive and well,

all of you should do as I say!

If I find out that someone is playing dirty,

or if I am to lose my children because of someone else…

our garden is big.

Big enough to fit a hundred graves.

I am Nahed El Omran! I am Nahed El Omran!

Father, tell me, what's happening?

Believe me, Aunt, we can still do a lot more.

I feel for you. You're just like my mother.

You were wronged, and stayed alone just like her.

By the way, we have the same enemy.

That's why I'm here.

If only you would take me as your son.

I will be your wingman and helper. Give me this opportunity.

Are you busy right now?

-I am all yours. -Come with me.

Drink your coffee. I will go and change.

How are you, Rima?

Yes, Rengo? Is everything okay?

No, don't worry, everything is fine. Dr. Noha needs you urgently.

Okay, I'm on my way.

Ghazi?

You've been suffering from insomnia for a week now?

-Why are you worried? -I've been shouting for a week.

-No one came over. -I am here, personally.

What do you want?

I want to know why you transferred me. Why am I in solitary confinement?

Why are you keeping me away from people?

I want to know the reason.

We took him off the ventilator. Now he's breathing on his own.

Jabal…

Move.

Chahine, I am here, be strong.

He'll get better.

Tell me the good news.

He's responding to the treatment.

What did you inject him with? I was happy he finally spoke.

This is an involuntary reaction.

We should keep on controlling his unconscious reactions.

He underwent a major surgery. His bowels are perforated.

We should protect him. Be thankful, there is still hope.

Hopefully, he will be okay, boss.

Calm down and listen carefully.

You bothered no one, and no one complained about you.

Then explain it to me,

and don't you tell me I'll get to know it later.

For security reasons.

But if you insist, I'll give you a lead, but don't make a fuss.

I promised you, I just want to take it off my mind.

Some convicts recently came in to jail.

They were asking about you. This is what we know.

I hope it's not true. Convicts? Who?

I know this jail by heart.

They know you but you don't know them.

You have a shameful history, and a lot of enemies.

That's why we decided to seclude you for this period, for your own safety.

Just take me back where I was. He who dares defy me…

-I will teach him a lesson. -That's why you are here.

Fighting won't do you any good, Ghazi. Calm down.

You can get out within a few years for good behavior.

But if you keep on being aggressive,

you will spend your life here and rot in jail.

Don't you want to tell me who you're protecting me from?

It's not necessary.

You will stay here for now. It's safer for you and for the others.

Remember, causing problems won't do you any good, Ghazi.

I hope you calm down and cooperate with us.

-We're here to protect you. -They need you upstairs, sir.

It's the fourth time I've come and you still won't let me see him.

-Each time you say something different. -I told you its forbidden, forbidden!

Officer, please, listen to me. She's his wife, she must see him.

We need to tell him something.

I told you it's forbidden. Those are the orders, can't you see?

Whose orders? I want to talk to your superior, I want to complain.

Lower your voice!

Sir, I want to see my husband. They won't allow me.

I won't leave until I see him and talk to him.

-Calm down. Visits are forbidden. -No, they aren't.

All the visitors are here. Why aren't I?

-Is Ghazi okay? -No, don't worry.

-Your husband is fine and well. -What's wrong then?

If he did something, we can hire a lawyer.

-Who are you? -My son.

-Your son? -I mean like my son.

Please, sir, let me see my husband, just for 5 minutes.

I can't, sorry.

If anything comes up, I'll call you about it.

But it's an urgent matter. He needs to know.

Okay then, if it's so urgent.

You can tell me, and I'll tell him.

Come on.

Good morning.

-Hello. -I'm sorry for yesterday.

I left without thanking you.

It's okay. Neighbors should stand by each other.

Yes, but not like that. I hope I didn't embarrass or bother you.

No, not at all.

You're new here? I've never seen you before.

That's right, I moved in a few days ago.

Good.

Sorry?

I mean, good, because the last tenant was not sociable or friendly,

at all.

No one is perfect.

Would you like some coffee?

At your place?

You're entitled to be scared.

-"Scared"? -Yes, my house is scary for you.

Listen, it's an honor, but it was really nothing.

We are neighbors, and what happened isn't worth mentioning.

And?

What do you mean?

-Looks like you're hosting someone. -Not at all. I am hosting no one.

So, you're stingy and don't want to invite me over for coffee.

"Stingy"?

No, that's not true. I'm not stingy.

But…

Come on in.

Welcome.

-Coffee? -Sure, didn't we say so?

True.

-Do you live all by yourself? -Yes.

-What else can I do? -What can you do?

You know, that's just the way it is.

Are you visiting or living here?

I am visiting.

Waiting for a job offer. Hopefully it will be positive.

Your parents live in Damascus?

Yes.

I am from Damascus.

Yes, it wasn't that hard to guess.

I mean, all of my parents live there.

You should have brought them here. How's everything now? I hope it's better.

It's fine, it's fine. We got over it.

Anyway, when I get the job, I'll figure out how to bring them over.

What's your major?

Sorry, if I am intruding, but maybe I can help you.

No, it's fine. I studied business management.

Business management, and there is a branch for a French firm here.

I went there for an interview. I am waiting for their answer.

Good luck.

What about the coffee?

-Coffee? -Sure, yes.

See?

The water evaporated?

No, I forgot to turn the gas on.

We usually forget the coffee's boiling, and it spills everywhere.

-We never forget to turn the gas on. -Well, could be in your series.

What series? I am a broadcaster.

I know, but it's all TV to me.

-What else do you know? -About the TV?

About me.

I know as much as anybody else.

-But some love me and others hate me. -No, I don't hate you.

But I don't think anyone could hate you.

Or maybe they could, because you're a troublemaker.

So, some people would be bothered by you.

Do you mean, like, get mad at me?

In the end, people care about their own interests.

True.

Are these homemade?

Yes.

My mother prepared them. She knows I love them, and so she gave me some.

May she have a long life. They look delicious.

-Do you want to taste some? -No, thank you.

-Let's stick to coffee. -You can taste it whenever you want.

Don't tempt me, I will eat them all.

And you'll have to go a very long way to bring more.

It seems you've never been to Damascus.

Of course, I've been there. I love it, deeply.

But Damascus is nearby. You just said "a very long way."

You're right, it's across the mountains.

-What's wrong? -You stepped on the grave.

This is unacceptable. We should respect the dead.

Yes, sure, you're right. You're right.

Abu Ali?

Yes, madam?

Finish what you're doing, and follow me to the guest hall.

Sure.

Maybe she wants to reprimand you because you stepped on the grave.

Yes.

This kind of show needs a lot of preparation.

We can't tackle a file if we're not sure about the information.

That's why we often change the topic of the episode.

Because we aren't ready.

-Good luck. -If you have time, watch the episode.

-I would love to hear your feedback. -Sure, I will.

Hopefully, but I want you to watch out,

so you won't get in any deeper problems.

-What do you mean? -I don't mean anything.

We were talking about people who don't want you to tackle these topics.

Yes, true, you're right.

But for me, the peoples' best interest is above everything else.

Would you care for my opinion?

Let your best interests come first.

If you really care about them, and want them to be heard,

you should take good care of yourself,

so that they don't lose you and your show.

-So you watch my show. -Listen, this is not flattery. I'm direct.

You are influential. They watch your show in our country too.

In Damascus?

Yes, they watch you in Damascus, but I was talking about here.

Based on what I understand and what I know,

some people get really annoyed when they watch your show.

Listen. How many years have you been hosting this show?

Several years, right? You tackled different topics,

and you became famous. You've done everything that you wanted to.

You talked on their behalf.

You tackled their worries.

But what about the reality of those people?

Did anything change for them? Tell me about their reality.

Educated people love the word "reality" so much.

What about their reality? It's shitty, it's bad.

Reality didn't change.

Being famous is something else.

That's why I am warning you.

Being famous is like a peasant wearing a heavy crown.

It's tiring for nothing.

I am sorry.

I crossed a line here.

I am sorry again.

But this is my opinion. That's what I think.

I'm sorry, I'm running late. I should leave.

It looks like you're upset.

Not at all. I just have a meeting to get to.

-When I saw you, I was on my way out. -Okay, as you wish.

Thank you for the coffee. I can't thank you enough.

You're welcome anytime. Please.

Goodbye.

-You didn't tell me your name. -My name is Fadi.

-Nice to meet you, Mr. Fadi. -Likewise.

Mister?

Are you serious, Um Jabal?

There is no room for jokes here, Abu Ali.

-I am sorry, I didn't mean to, but-- -Oh, stop it.

We know the proper traditions, Abu Ali. This is Sultan's brother's family.

-They are part of the family. -As you wish.

-What shall I send her? -This envelope, with a month's salary.

Bring some groceries too. Like ghee, rice, sugar, oil and so on.

I don't want them lacking anything.

-After all they've done to us? -Yes.

Chahine is all by herself, with her daughter.

There's no man in the house.

You're right, I'll have to go prepare everything.

No, don't you go, and neither should any of our men.

-Who will deliver it? -Find a stranger to do it.

I understand. If she sees me or any of our men, she will sack us on the spot.

No.

It's not just that.

I don't want any misunderstandings.

We're doing good deeds for the sake of God.

But if Um Chahine knows that we are helping her,

she will think that we're enjoying her misfortune or pitying her.

-Especially since she is weak now. -You're amazing.

You're brilliant and well-mannered, Um Jabal.

They said that since Chahine's death, they've suspended his visits.

Which means he sees no one and no one sees him.

I think it's better like this.

But is it possible, Abu Ahmad?

That they wouldn't tell Ghazi his son died?

Yes, it's better than hearing the news in prison.

It will do him no good. He'll just suffer.

Indeed, Abu Ahmad. Don't worry about him.

-We're done. -Thank you.

-What? Ghazi Sheikh Al Jabal? -Lower your voice.

Can you imagine what will happen if he finds out?

You mean, what should happen. This family has no leader.

Abu Chahine is the leader now.

He should know what happened in his absence.

This could start a war.

It's not just that. Everything is so wrong.

Think about it, smarty. What Sakher did to me

could happen to you or anyone in Al Hayba.

We haven't talked about Ali's return yet. He's a gangster and he works for them.

That's why Abu Chahine must know of his son's murder,

and who his enemy is.

Once that happens, they will draw a line for this family.

-What are you talking about? -Hello, Uncle Abu Ahmad.

Nice haircut.

Ahmad, take care of your business. I will attend to the customers.

Uncle Abu Ahmad, do you think I'm a customer?

Listen, Sami, I welcome you as a customer, just like everyone else.

Otherwise, I'd have something else to say.

Take it easy, I didn't say anything.

Stay away from my son. I've got enough trouble.

-Where is he now? -He's postponed his flight until today.

How will you convince him it was an honest mistake, once he returns?

I won't.

When the show airs, he'll know I changed the topic.

Why did you run away from him? Why didn't you face him and tell him?

He wouldn't have understood then that it was a misunderstanding,

because you forgot to inform the management

to stop the promotion, like we agreed.

I am truly sorry. I should have come here and said so.

But believe me, I was surprised by the change.

Then I got overwhelmed while preparing for the new episode.

-It's okay, what's done is done. -I didn't ask you.

But how did you handle it?

Weren't you at home when you talked to me? Where did you go after that?

-Where are you going? -Leave me alone.

Come here.

Talk to me, so I can help you.

-Seriously? -Yes, seriously.

Didn't we agree to become brothers?

If we really are brothers, and you really want to help me…

do me this favor.

Anything you want.

On one condition.

Whatever I say, I want it to be a secret between us.

Your secret is safe with me.

I want all of this to end.