Original subtitles

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 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

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 12

-Your house is so nice. -Thank you.

I haven't asked you, are you married or do you live alone here?

I was married. Have a seat. But now I live alone.

I'm so impressed by women who only rely on themselves.

-Thank you for your compliment. -It's not a compliment.

A woman like you can have everything she wants in her parents' house.

Power, money, and pampering.

However, you've continued your studies and you're thinking of working.

-I applaud you. -Does that mean that it went well?

I promised you I'd help you with your work and I'll keep my promise.

It's easy.

The problem lies in me.

I don't understand.

I came to you because I want you to help me in a very important matter.

Me?

What's the important matter? Who does it concern?

It concerns your brother, Jabal.

I want you to help me see him.

Congratulations! Finally, some good news.

-Wait, nothing has happened yet. -What are you waiting for?

The dowry is too high, and I should find a way to pay it.

Cousin, this is all women's talk. You have to ask her father.

Do you think I'd have asked her mother if I could reach her father?

I'll talk to him for you. Mr. Ghazi listens to me.

Did Mr. Ghazi get out of the solitary confinement?

A long time ago. They've moved him to our cell.

Really? When did this happen?

Do you think I'm lying? We were just having breakfast together.

That's why you want to help me?

I was wondering what was behind all the kindness and compliments.

You even bothered to come to my house.

I beg you, don't misjudge me.

Believe me, this isn't anything to do with that.

I'm sure that you'll understand me.

-But my problem is that I can't talk. -I won't be able to help you.

Yes, you can.

All I'm asking is to let me see your brother, Jabal.

Impossible!

Would you like a drink or are you in a hurry?

-Hello, daughter. -Hello, father.

-Where is your mother? -She went down to see Um Jabal.

Do you need anything?

I want you to be happy and relaxed.

You light up the house and our lives, my darling.

You deserve the best.

God bless you.

I apologize. Maybe my approach wasn't appropriate.

I don't know what to do so that I don't come across rude.

-No, don't worry. -I don't want you to be scared of me.

We're not scared of anyone.

We live this way, and we've been raised this way.

Then what's stopping you? I'm willing to guarantee everything.

Why? For what?

-I don't know what to say. -You don't have to say anything.

I won't help you, regardless of your reasons.

Even if that changed a person's life?

How? What does Jabal have to do with this? I don't get it.

Your brother came into my life…

and I can't take him out of it.

-My brother Jabal? -Yes, that's why I want to see him.

Impossible. I can't believe it! That's a very big lie.

Really?

Nour, the famous and reputable broadcaster, is just a huge liar?

You should've thought of another trick.

Are you in this position because of all your lies?

Would I put myself in this position just for a scoop?

Mona, I came to you because we are both women.

When I entered your house, I left my work at the door.

I beg you! Try to understand me!

I understand you very well.

I understand how someone like you could achieve all this success.

You know what?

If I have to lie to succeed like you do,

then I don't want this success.

You're misjudging me.

You're misjudging yourself.

You're the one who put yourself in this situation.

It's enough that he's a tough and responsible man,

and turned out to be the best in Al Hayba.

He didn't leave us at all. He is decent and he wants you.

It's not the time for that. Should I be telling you this?

Give the man a chance. What's behind all that stubbornness?

For whom? Sakher?

Now that we're done with Sakher, you're moving on to Sami?

Do you want to make my life miserable?

After all, you won't stay in this house forever.

This man is better than the others.

It's enough that he's doing the impossible to get my approval.

I don't know, I can't believe him.

There's always a reason behind everything.

I can't believe anyone.

Forget everything I told you.

But tell me something about him, anything, even if it's one word.

Jabal is a man…

of a different kind.

Different than those you talk about in your shows.

-Altar? -Jabal doesn't know how to lie.

And add these two lines to your show as well.

If Jabal knew how to lie,

he wouldn't have gotten into this mess.

Of course, you won't understand that.

Because only those who know him and live with him believe it.

Hello, men.

-Hello, man. -Hello, Mr. Jabal!

-Hello. -Hello, Jabal.

I was about to send someone to call you.

-Did you find out anything? -Nothing so far.

Sit down and drink a cup of tea until they come back with news.

I don't feel like sitting down, and I can't even think straight.

Have faith. They will come and talk to us. Come and drink a cup of tea.

-Altar? -Jabal doesn't know how to lie.

Nour, I'm in a difficult situation and nothing is clear.

If Jabal knew how to lie, he wouldn't have gotten into this mess.

I don't want to cause you any harm in the future.

-You didn't recognize any of them? -All the checkpoints are on the new road.

There's even one on the north side.

-Go rest, I'll call you later. -Yes, sir.

What's wrong, Abu Sultan?

This needs patience, it'll pass.

It's not the first time and it won't be the last.

My patience is running out and I'm starting to feel smothered.

-So? -Wait, sir, maybe there is a way.

-Tell me. -Mr. Jabal, I found a way.

Hopefully, you'll be in your house in three hours.

How are you, Mother? I'm fine. Are my brothers there?

No, everything is okay. I just wanted to pass by to check up on you.

I'll tell you when I see you.

All right, come whenever you want.

What?

Where will we go?

All right. Goodbye, daughter.

Is everything okay, Mother?

As usual…

only God knows what's on your sister's mind.

No one knows anything, Mother.

What's wrong, son?

Be patient.

Nothing stays as it is.

Hopefully, we'll soon go back to our house.

You'll stand by your brother's side again and continue working.

Oh, dear! There are many matters waiting to be solved by you, many!

I can't wait to leave this place.

I want to leave right at this moment.

Hopefully, son, hopefully.

Yes, you haven't told me. Where's Houda?

She usually checks up on us.

We'll take Damascus Road, sir.

And after 20 kilometers, we'll pass through the fields.

But we can't drive more than three kilometers with the cars.

We'll park and walk for about 30 minutes until we get to Abu Issa's land.

From there we'll continue to your house. A car will be waiting for us, don't worry.

It's risky and unsafe.

-I have no other solution. -Think of it, Abu Sultan.

If you're not worried about yourself, you should worry about your family.

You're going with your mother and brother.

I'm worried about them. I want to get there.

I can't wait any longer.

I don't know what to say. What do you say, Abu Ali?

What would you do if you were in Jabal's place?

I can't tell him to go without making sure he'll be okay.

But if I were in his place, I'd go and rely on God's mercy.

Hello, Ms. Nour, come in.

Before I came to you,

I knew that you were heading Jabal Sheikh Al Jabal's case.

The never-ending case. What would you like to drink?

Nothing, I'm in a hurry.

I prefer to get to the point right away.

You're the journalist. So maybe, you'll give us some information.

Officer, I didn't come here as a journalist.

I came here to ask you a few questions and go.

They concern the wanted man you're looking for.

I'm sure you know that he lived next to me.

I hope I can help.

How's the investigation going?

We're looking for him. Our officers are all over Beirut.

There are patrols in all of its streets, entrances, and exits. We're just waiting.

Waiting?

That's it?

As simple as that?

Please, we're working on this. There's no need to say that.

But I'm afraid, and I won't relax until I know his whereabouts.

Know his whereabouts? Why?

Why? What if he came back to live next to me?

No, don't worry. This man is cautious and very clever.

All right, thank you so much for your time.

Ms. Nour!

The criminal that lives next to you is not the only one.

We should all cooperate to protect our country

from men like him.

-Abu Ali. -Yes, sir.

Please, help the men.

-We don't have much time. -Yes, Mr. Jabal.

I'll supply you with weapons and send cars to follow you.

We already have weapons.

As for the cars…

I want two cars…

A car to take my mother and brother,

and another one to be driven by Abu Ali, all right, men?

Yes sir, we're ready. Let's go, men.

Jabal? Thank God, you're okay!

Thank you. Why are you here? Didn't your mother tell you to stay put?

I was so worried, I couldn't stay there without knowing what's going on here.

Still, Mona…

your visit puts you and us at risk.

We don't need more trouble.

Mona wants to say something, and she was waiting for you to come.

Here we are all together. What are you waiting for?

What?

-What's the matter? -I don't know, ask her.

Why do I feel like something's wrong?

Not at all.

I came here to ask if you're staying here for long.

We're not here for tourism, Mona. What do you want to say?

I'm not sure.

But I feel like it's becoming more complicated with time.

Speak clearly!

Why are you so worried? Did something happen?

What worries me is how you look hiding here.

You're all over the television. Facebook. Everywhere.

Everyone's asking me about you, everywhere I go.

They even came to my house!

Can you imagine who visited me today asking about you?

Hold on, even if they come to your house…

you can handle it.

If this reaches the general public, we won't be able to control it.

What matters now…

is that I came here to warn you.

This has become too big, and we should put an end to it.

All right.

And what's the solution? What can we do?

That's not my job.

I came here to do my duty.

You put yourselves in this mess, you'll find a way to solve it.

It's solved, just have faith.

Our stay here has come to an end today.

Hopefully, tonight, we'll be having dinner in Al Hayba.

It's good you're here, the food is ready.

I don't feel like eating.

When you see the surprise I have for you, you'll feel like it.

What surprise?

REPUBLIC OF LEBANON PASSPORT

It's hard to leave from the airport.

It will be easier from the port.

There will be people waiting for you

to get you on a boat to Mersin.

Then you'll be able to go wherever you want in Istanbul.

This is not a game, son. Are you sure of that?

That's what's available for now. We have no other way.

I'm not worried about me, but about you and your brother.

Mother, Jabal is right. Anyway, why have we waited until now?

Al Shayeb did what he had to do. We have to do the rest.

I'll stay here and go with you.

Our trip is messy and we don't need to worry about you.

I won't leave you alone.

Really? What has changed?

What changed is that you're all in danger.

Didn't you hear my brother?

I won't rest until I know you're okay.

Mona…

we don't want to worry about you too.

Go now and we'll keep you updated. Once we get there…

you can decide what to do.

You can come back to your parents' house,

or you can stay in your house in Beirut. You choose.

Okay.

All right.

Get ready, both of you. It'll be dark soon.

Sir, she just got in her car and left.

-How are you, aunt? -Hello, son, come in.

How are you, Rima?

I'm ashamed of coming here now.

Forget about her. Tell me, what's wrong?

Everything is good.

I'm here to see if you can come with me for a trip tomorrow.

A trip? Where to?

Don't you miss Uncle Ghazi?

-What makes you so sure? -We've been tracking her the whole time.

Mona got in her car and went right to the neighborhood.

She stayed there for about an hour and a half, then went back home.

Of course, there isn't a reason to visit that neighborhood at that time

-other than to see her family. -That's not enough.

I want proof. I want witnesses. I don't want people laughing at us again.

My respect, sir. The owner of the water truck

from Sheikh Al Jabal's neighborhood is here to see you.

Bring him in.

My respect, sir. There you go.

You finally fell in the trap, son of Sultan.

Are you crying?

Promise me you'll be fine.

Promise me you'll take care of yourself and everything you love.

Promise me that you'll be fine and take care of yourself.

Stop crying.

You're a very good girl and deserve all the best.

Put everything back in its place, Abu Ali. Don't let them think we're rude.

Of course not, Um Jabal. This is your home.

You treated us very well and were so kind to us.

After you get there safely and settle down,

we'll visit you and check up on you.

My house is your house, we'd love to have you anytime.

I'm ready now.

Do you need anything?

Don't forget to let me know as soon as you reach the plains.

-Of course, have faith. -Mr. Jabal! No one move!

They police know you're here. They've surrounded the neighborhood!

Jabal Sheikh Al Jabal. Surrender!

There's no need for confrontation.

The place is surrounded.

I advise you to surrender.

Jabal Sheikh Al Jabal. Surrender.

Jabal Sheikh Al Jabal. Surrender.

There's no need for confrontation.

The place is surrounded.

Any move you make

will put your life, and the lives of those with you, in danger!

I advise you to surrender.

Yes, May, hello. How are you?

What's wrong?

What?

Yes, I heard you. Wait.

Which channel?

Yes, yes, okay, bye.

Al Hayba is back at the forefront with news on Jabal Sheikh Al Jabal.

Our colleague Eliane will give us all the updates live from the scene.

Good evening Imad, we're getting news that the so-called Jabal

has been in Beirut since the beginning of his siege.

He's inside this popular neighborhood,

which his family originates from.

We have news that the whole family is inside at this moment.

POLICE FORCES SURROUND SHEIKH AL JABAL NEIGHBORHOOD

As you can see,

shooting has broken out from inside the neighborhood.

Do you think there'll be any crossfire between the two sides?

We might have lost the connection with our colleague Eliane.

Get the weapons, come on!

Take Khaled and Bilal and tell the men to stop shooting.

What should we do if the police shoot, sir?

We won't shoot a single bullet unless I say so, go quickly!

We don't have a statement. Please, stop!

Please, calm down! We don't have a statement.

Have you arrested Jabal Sheikh Al Jabal?

How dangerous is it inside the neighborhood?

-We're hearing shooting from inside. -Sir…

give us your instructions to finish this.

Don't! One bullet from us and you'll start a war.

More than this? Shall we wait for them to kill us one by one?

Houssam!

I'm sorry, sir, but I think it's our last chance.

They're leading us to start a battle with them.

-We should be careful. -But they started it.

All this shooting is into the air.

They shoot more than that at any of their weddings.

See? They're starting to receive the message.

Give the order to cut all connections in the neighborhood.

I don't want them to be in contact with anyone!

Yes.

-Tharwat? Where are you going? -I won't be late.

That's for all your work.

And that's to shut you up and forget what happened.

What has happened?

Yassine…

can you see this?

If you open your mouth, I'll put it in the middle of your head.

What do you want from me?

We don't even know each other. Goodbye.

How do you know you can trust this man?

Just like when you hid away in fear,

he, too, will disappear for a while.

Who told you he wouldn't rat us out if he got caught?

After Jabal and his brother get arrested, or we hear about their death,

everything will be okay.

Sami, I was with you through everything

but this matter will lead to a beheading.

No one will be beheaded but them, cousin.

You know how they punish such acts.

Chahine is their cousin and from their blood.

They shot him dead after he did the same thing.

We're in front of the screens.

We're seeing how they're surrounding the wanted Jabal Sheikh Al Jabal.

There are different views on Jabal's demands.

In your opinion, Doctor, is it logical or right

for the the outlaws to ask for a meeting with the authorities?

Especially since the outlaws are now organized gangs,

meaning they use different ways of terrorism, murder, and more

to achieve their, mostly illegal, goals.

Did you find out what this man's story is?

Nothing so far. It's the same story you know.

And your story with him?

You know…

I came here expecting that you would be watching him.

All the country is watching.

Nour, you understand what I'm saying.

You're the one who isn't understanding me.

This man challenged me.

I don't care what's happening on television or out there.

Jabal was deceiving me.

He knows who I am.

And still, he came to live next to me.

Right next door.

So did you see him? Talk to him? Did you ever meet?

In all of Beirut, he chose the apartment next door to stay in.

Do you think it was on purpose, knowing who he had next door?

I don't know.

I don't know if he was planning on causing me harm.

How is it related to the corruption file?

Answer! Answer!

Hello, Mother! What's happening there?

Where are my brothers? Why aren't you answering my calls?

They're all here with me.

No, daughter. We're all good.

We didn't leave. We didn't even have time to move.

No, don't! What did your brother tell you today?

Don't worry, nothing will happen.

And even if something happens, what can you do?

Don't worry, daughter. God will take care of us.

Yes? Hello?

We lost the connection.

Where are you going, Sakher? Sakher, please don't go out.

-Sakher! -Sakher!

What?

-Sakher! Sakher! -How long will we stay like this?

Come, easy, easy.

-Answer me! -Sakher.

We have a problem with the police. Calm down until we figure it out.

Jabal?

Jabal!

Shall we wait until they come and arrest us one by one?

No one can step inside while I'm alive. Wait, let us think.

We've always confronted them. What has changed?

Nothing has changed, Abu Ali, but we haven't gotten to that point yet.

Listen, Abu Talal.

This has become too big…

and you did your part.

You've treated us perfectly, ever since we came to this neighborhood.

But it's enough. I can't take it anymore.

What are you saying, Jabal? We're all in this together.

Listen, my situation is complicated and I don't want to involve you.

You've been living in this neighborhood for years.

No one has ever come near you or even said a word to you.

I don't want you to destroy what you've been building for years.

-Can I speak? -Speak.

We know them and know how to solve these situations.

They're focused on us,

and it won't be over until they arrest someone.

What are you trying to say, Abu Ali?

If you'll let me, I'll go out and surrender.

That way they'll show an arrest on TV and things will calm down.

Then, the solution will be way easier.

That's not a solution, Abu Ali. It's not.

They'll arrest you and use you against me.

Listen, brother.

This mess that you're in…

is my fault.

If it weren't for me, neither you nor your mother would've come to Beirut.

If it weren't for the operation and the hospital,

we would never even be here.

So listen to me…

and let me solve it my way.

No, listen to me, no one will move or say another word!

Listen, Jabal. The decision is in your hands.

If there's something on your mind, we'll wait for your signal.

They're waiting outside. They know their limits.

No one dares to step inside.

If you want, we can wait to see their demands

and see if we can solve this another way.

If you want, with one word from you, we'll declare war!

Our belts are full of ammo, and our weapons are in our hands.

I'm talking on behalf of all those who are outside.

We are ready to go and ready to die.

This is your neighborhood, and all the men are your men.

With God and everyone as my witness.