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This is Zanele.

Then there's Andile.

A man, I tell you.

Zanele and Andile are like a vetkoek and polony.

Like samp and beans.

A straight and a chaser.

An egg with Aromat. I'm talking about Romeo and Juliet.

And you know, when you see them, I guess it makes sense.

You know they all always say, that before you do anything,

make sure that you're best friends.

Just look how beautiful they are.

She's coming down.

Sky, come down, baby! I'll buy you all the ice cream you want.

How is she eating it now? It's your fault.

- Now look. - Okay, now I regret.

Hey, guys. I'm gonna run. I'll see you two.

Oh, I'm also impressed girl.

Oh, you guys went all out, fam.

You both look so wonderful.

Well, you know Jess. She does everything so well.

So, where are my kids?

How are you?

I love it, my baby. You're so beautiful.

Is Mr. Dlamini going to like any of this?

Yes, of course he'll love it.

Happy birthday, sir.

- I told you that he'd like it. - You're fooling yourself.

Thank you, Makoti, my child. Oh, my goodness.

I've been craving tea.

Oh, Makoti!

That's my brother's wife, gentlemen.

The woman of the hour, but look, Makoti, I'm already out of a drink.

How about a refill?

Hey, hey, hey, and then? What happened to your hands?

You can't get it yourself? Why ask my wife?

But, Dlamini, you can see that Makoti has no problem.

Bro, do you know that we're here today...

all this... Us here together is because of the wife you're talking about.

It won't hurt you to put that fork down and get yourself a refill, bro.

Get to it then, Brother.

All right then, Brother.

Maybe one day I will get married too, and all my problems will be solved.

Oh, please.

Wow.

Okay.

Happy birthday, sir. I wish you many more years to come.

Thank you.

Sibalukhulu, we're all here today because of my wife. She put this together.

She thought it would be a great idea to celebrate you

and bring the family together as well.

Well then, Jessica,

would you get me some umqombothi from the house? I'd like a drink.

I'll be sitting here.

Yes.

Sir.

I wanted to say happy birthday.

Wow, Makoti.

Oh, what's this?

- It's a spear. - My, my, my.

Oh, my!

Hey!

Ever since we lost the family spear,

we have been left without one.

This will fill the gap left by the spear that was lost.

Thank you, Makoti.

Yes, sir.

Why does he call her Makoti?

Thank you, Jessica.

Yes.

Your daughter-in-law is stunning.

No.

You know him too well.

Hello.

Sorry to interrupt.

Could I please have your attention.

Sibalukhulu,

when the guys and I put our heads together,

we decided to get you this as a gift.

I also know my father to be a diligent man who works hard.

The way that he loves working, I'm sure even in his sleep,

he dreams about his farm, his tractor, farming, and watching his livestock.

- I want to say thank you... - Hey!

Stop it right there.

You're acting as if you care about this family.

You act as though you care about my legacy.

When you completed your matric,

you went and married a white woman.

You turned your back on this family.

The three of you, standing here.

No one cares about this family.

No one cares about my legacy.

But you can come here with goats.

You!

You'd probably be sitting at a tavern right now,

drowning in alcohol, being laughed at by the whole country for your drunkenness.

You!

Now you're talking about, "Oh, Father. Oh, Father, we brought you..." Hey!

You know, my children, in all honesty,

you have troubled my spirit.

Okay?

You know I thought that you two,

one of you,

would bear me a grandson.

One that would lead this family.

You didn't do that.

You're both useless, damn it.

You know where I stand now.

You understand how my heart feels about this.

And all of you standing here, mouths open, are you here to...

- Get out. - But, my love.

Be quiet, woman. Be quiet.

I said get out. Do you know what a spear is?

Get out! Leave!

You look so good, friend. Just like me!

- Hey, is that... - Listen, you're not ready.

No.

- He's still got it. - He does.

- No way. - Yeah.

His story is heartbreaking.

I wish he was international, doing his choreography.

- Yeah, shame. - You see, life...

it will humble you.

But life didn't serve us you and Andile.

You guys should have been our Romeo and what-what.

- Without the children. - Stop it now. I'll whoop your ass.

Me?

Life has given me the best of best friends.

So...

Listen, now with that said,

let's show them that you only age if you allow yourself to.

Do you guys remember this?

Yeah.

Who is Clement? People keep calling me, Clement.

We used to go to school with him, but he's a serial killer now.

- He's a serial killer? - Yes.

What?

Don't worry, my love. You're nothing like him.

- What do you mean I shouldn't worry, baby? - Come on, Lucky.

- Let's go watch Zanele and Andile... - Yeah!

Yes, yes, yes.

Yes, yes, yes.

Hold on a second.

A duet.

Zanele and Andile.

Okay, hit it.

Watch this.

Hey, hey, hey.

Come on!

Go, go.

Yes, baby.

Go, Clement!

No, but listen, guys, I'm being honest. You know I've never, not even once.

If they're talking about someone who's loyal, they're talking about me.

And what could I possibly do when I'm always with my shadow?

- How could I ever cheat on you, babe? - Come on, you.

Wow, you sure are lucky, Clement. You're so lucky.

My sister, how many times have I said that I don't know Clement. I'm Lucky.

Yeah, that's what I said, dude.

I said you're lucky.

Hold on, while we're still there, Zanele. Come back.

Let's play a game now.

That's where we are now.

I'm not afraid of the truth.

- She said she's not afraid of the truth. - Let's hear it!

Is there anything that has happened between you and Andile?

There it is!

Has there been a kiss, or has it gone beyond that?

- That's a question. - It's hot.

Cat's got her tongue.

What, a baby kiss?

And that's the only thing that's ever happened between me and Andile.

Listen, boy, you see today

you're definitely kissing her.

What the hell?

- Kiss her! - Kiss her, boy.

- Kiss! - Kiss!

Whoa, hold on. No, you guys, stop.

You haven't asked him truth or dare. And it's not his turn.

- No... - Are you in high school now?

You like... Just admit that you're afraid to kiss him.

- Afraid of what? - You're afraid of him.

- Yeah, pucker up those lips. - Kiss him right now then.

I want to hear your lips smacking. Start kissing.

You're afraid of him? Kiss him.

Yes, girl!

- Hold him. Hold him, girl. - Yes.

That's it!

Why are you calling on your wife's phone?

Because yesterday you...

You threw my phone in the toilet, when...

I just wanted to check how you're doing.

There's an incoming call. I have to get it.

How's my day looking?

I moved your meeting with Mr. Sishi to tomorrow morning.

At 3:00, you have a meeting

with architects from that airport extension project.

- Yeah. - And then,

Taco Tuesday with Andile and the family at 5:00.

- You go then. - But...

I said we're not continuing with phase two until we...

I'm sorry.

Oh, my gosh. I am so sorry.

No, it's clear that maybe this lovely lady

thinks that the color of this shirt is unacceptable.

Yes.

I said to stop working until all milestone payments are made.

For your shirt.

- This is, 200 rand... - Yes!

You're questioning me right now?

He hasn't arrived. I hate being late.

How are you all doing?

Please excuse me for being

late.

I had a hit-and-run at the lobby.

Miss.

Can I start?

Thank you, miss. But then again...

I think you can do better than this.

I can buy you a new one.

I think a date would be better.

Goodbye, Mr. Sishi.

Goodbye, miss.

Just when you think all is lost,

life says, "Hold this. Here's a bone."

But how is this girl? Can't she see this man right in front of her?

Friend, here's a man. Why aren't you getting involved?

Geez, but you're costing us.

Also this thing with my father.

Otherwise, how's the merchant lifestyle?

You know, Brother. Let's just say way better than yours.

- Thank you. - You're mocking me.

Oh, thank you.

- Eish, dude. - Yeah, dude.

Yeah, no, I really fucked up this time.

But what were you expecting? This is Zanele we're talking about.

We're not talking about Zanele, we're talking about my best friend here.

Best friend?

Do you know why a cat can't get along with a mouse?

It's because the cat remembers that the mouse gets eaten.

So you can't have a female best friend. I've been telling you for years.

You know, Brother, I remember the first time you came home with Zanele.

How happy our parents were.

Everyone could see that the two of you

are suited for each other. You were made for one another.

Not to mention, Sibalukhulu. My Lord.

The way he loved her, he'd even call her Makoti. Just like he still does now.

- Do you know why he does that? - Yeah?

- To get a rise out of me. That is all. - That's not true, Brother.

Don't get me wrong, Brother.

Jessica, we love her, she's our bride, but... eish.

You can also see that she doesn't really fit in with the Sibalukhulus. You see?

Wait, Brother, so you're telling me...

you've never thought about how it would be if Zanele was our bride?

Just seeing her prance around the Sibalukhulu yard...

Huh? You've never thought about that? Be honest.

My wife's name is Jessica.

What I'm trying to say here, Brother, is maybe we have to accept

that you are married to the wrong person.

Do you see this little boy here?

His name was...

Danny. Do you know how to read?

Oh, I missed you so much.

Hey, haven't seen you in a while.

I thought we might find you here.

Sorry, Sky.

My English depletes when I'm speaking to the two of you, remember?

- We made... - ...fish tacos for you.

Oh, my God, now I feel bad.

You know how much I love fish tacos.

We'll make them again next Tuesday.

Uncle Zweli, there in the corner, is reading a children's story.

Yoh, kids will embarrass you for real.

One Tuesday, just one, without seeing Aunt Zanele...

Now they don't know Zulu. They speak Fanakalo.

I mean you should also teach them Zulu.

- But they won't listen me. - Yeah.

Because you spoil them.

Just like all fathers and their daughters.

The thing is, girls...

have to be treated like eggs.

Look, dude, I noticed

that you're avoiding me since the reunion.

And what happened between us.

Andile, let's just forget

about everything that happened between us that day.

I mean, why don't we forget everything and go back to being besties?

But, wow, the way I missed you, my friend.

Not as much as I missed you.

It's on.

Oh, please.

A fairy tale.

Dear Lord, thank you for the food in front of us.

And thank you for the Dlamini family.

Please be with them, and keep them united.

Let them love each other always.

For now and forever, Amen.

I see your date stood you up.

So you thought it would be better to stalk me?

I could say the same.

But then again...

Oh, this is your spot.

Maybe you should quit the dating apps.

And give me the chance to take you out, miss.

And how do you know I'm on dating apps?

I saw your profile and swiped right.

Wow.

After I waited so long to find someone

that I know ticks all my boxes.

Maybe, MaCebekhulu, you should give me a chance

to show you what I'm talking about. You see?

I promise I won't disappoint you.

And if you do,

you'll pay for wasting my time.

I don't think paying would be an issue.

I'll give you an advance.

Keep your advance.

If I'm not satisfied with our date,

I want all your construction contracts for the next five years.

I knew you talked too much. Can you get me another one, please?

Geez.

If you're not impressed,

you'll get all my construction contracts for the next five years.

I'll send for a car to come pick you up.

Don't worry, I have cars.

Why don't you give them a break?

And allow me to impress you a bit.

The future of my business depends on it.

All right then, miss.

Sir, it's on me.

Enjoy, miss.

Can I help you, sir?

I'm here to get you, miss.

You're here to get me? I didn't ask for a taxi.

Yes, Sbu asked that I pick you up. Let's go.

Although I have to stop by the taxi rank with you.

Sbu?

Sir, where are we going exactly?

Hey, I've got some cold ones here, bro.

Boy, you see, today's the final, bro.

I wish to know which cows you're betting on today.

Obvious. When was the last time Motaung won?

Bro, what I want to know is where is Zanele?

Because we trust Zanele in all of this.

Oh, bro, she's dating now.

She's dating?

Ntombi already told me that you visit there sometimes.

She can't keep her mouth shut. How could she tell you that?

How can she stay quiet? I'm her brother. Could she keep that from me?

This meat is burning.

Stop it. What's your problem? Do you want to get us kicked out?

- Bizo. Had a good trip with the lady? - Hey. Yes.

- Yes. - Sure.

Come on.

You don't look too happy?

You didn't remember anything from taking a taxi?

Traveling in a taxi, four people per seat?

Being squashed in the back seat, thinking of good dreams.

Thinking about when you'll buy your first car.

And your first house.

There are many dreams that began in a taxi.

Okay, you got me there.

You were pissed at me.

Yeah, no, you know...

You made me think of the days when I had nothing.

Yeah. And I thought that actually,

in life, you have to be grateful for everything you have.

That's good.

Yeah. Let me get the door for you.

Let's go inside.

- Bizo. Thank you, Brother. - Okay, Brother.

This is where I stay.

Yes.

Did the guy treat you well?

Yeah, he did all right.

If I were to tell you the history behind all these photos,

the sun would set, honestly.

I don't want to be here when the sun sets.

What's the story behind this one? Who are these people?

Oh, yeah.

This is my family that I grew up with in Mbumbulu.

In Mbumbulu?

Yes. That's where I was raised,

what brought me here was higher education. University.

You know, I'm actually from Mbumbulu?

Well, my family's still there but I don't get a chance to see them very often.

Well, I go see to them every weekend.

Nothing is more important to me than family.

Why, do you have children there?

No, I don't have any kids.

Oh, well then, your profile did say you don't want kids.

You've already ran to my profile, miss?

That means you didn't swipe right.

Do you have a wife?

I don't have a wife.

You never know, it's the end of days now.

You can ask me anything, I don't mind.

- Show me Grandma over here. - Yes.

This is you, the chubby one.

What I want to know is when are we getting a real bride in this family?

For real.

Ntombi, talk to this monkey.

Don't you listen? I told you that this isn't funny. Stop it now.

Why are you getting worked up if you disagree with us? Why?

You also can't keep your mouth shut.

I've reprimanded my brother enough, shame.

Brother, do what you want to do, and we'll support you.

- We'll support you... - What is it now?

If you're happy then we're happy. But if you want to change your mind...

Then, bro, we'll change with you.

It seems like I've won here.

You don't seem like someone who's disappointed, miss.

Before you get too excited,

the day's not over yet.

No, I hear you.

Has anyone contacted you on the landline?

Who am I talking to?

Wow, that means you've forgotten about me now.

I thought I wasn't the type to be easily forgotten.

Oh, stop it. I'm also sitting here, barely able to work, thinking about you.

I'm also thinking about you, babe.

I can't get you out of my head.

And I don't even want you out. I want you to get comfortable in there.

I'm your home.

Really?

The exaggeration.

Thank you, Sky. Wow, it's really good, honestly.

I've never had a taco before.

And I was nervous.

I told Uncle Sbu that there's nothing to be worried about.

But only if they make them like Sky.

Those will go quicker.

You have a spot where people drink?

What do you do again, man?

Thank you so much, Sky.

Thank you very much, ma'am.

I thought we were just chatting, man. Things seem to be getting out of line now.

My love, Andile works for the government...

Zanele, I know how to answer for myself. Don't worry.

Is it nice working for the government? Are you enjoying it?

Let me see.

I don't lift crates all day.

I don't mop or sweep up drunkards' vomit.

Wow.

Well, actually I don't lift up the crates.

My love, I think we should hit the road now. Don't you think?

There's still dessert.

Okay, please start the car for me. I'll go say a proper goodbye to the kids.

Say goodbye for me.

Say thank you to your wife for the delicious food, man.

Okay.

I'll start the car then, babe.

- What is your problem, Andile? - What are you talking about?

Did you forget the stunt you just pulled?

I don't really like this guy...

- Do you even know him? - Do you?

You know him now, Zanele?

Andile, what is your problem?

Okay, that's nonsense.

- I'm serious. - Serious about what?

What happened to us, Zanele.

Wasn't a mistake.

For years I've been a third wheel for you and Jess.

Now when someone who cares about me and makes me happy, that's all mine,

you suddenly love me?

What happened that night,

at the reunion was not a mistake.

It was a sign because my whole life, I've been stuck.

The more I ask myself, the clearer it becomes to me that...

And your ego is hurt.

My feelings for you have nothing to do with that guy.

- I'm leaving. - Where are you going?

You're going to him?

Your wife is in that room right now bathing your children!

Stop trying to ruin this family, dude.

And don't try to ruin our thing.

A mistake we made when we were drunk, and your bruised ego?

What about the kids, Zanele?

Don't you dare.

Does Sbu know you can't give him children?

Sbu doesn't want any kids.

It means that you're a great boss

because here you are, invited to their daughter's wedding.

Come on.

Is it because you really can't tell that I am loyal?

Plus it helps that my friend was the one to organize this wedding.

Your friend?

- It's stunning. She did a fantastic job. - Right?

- She did a wonderful job indeed. - Yeah.

- Yes. - Really?

You're also very stunning today.

This isn't my forte, but then...

- Hello. - Yes, hello.

You look good together, my friend.

- Picture perfect, you two. - I'll whoop your ass.

This is Lethu. An old friend of mine.

- Pleased to meet you, miss. - The pleasure's all mine.

Well then, enjoy.

I hope that soon,

you'll be my new clients.

I'll see you inside.

Her new clients.

I also can't wait until you're Mrs. Sishi, you see?

- Stop it. - We'll have a soccer team of children,

you see, my lady, that will just be happy in the yard.

Wait, Sbu. I thought you didn't want kids. That's what your profile said too.

Excuse me?

"I'm not trying to have kids. You can miss me on that."

Oh, you mean... Oh, no, the profile is old, babe.

During that time I was just focused on getting my business up and running.

Yeah, that doesn't mean we need a kid now, babe, you know?

But in the end we'll have to have a family.

I can't do this.

You lied to me, Sbu.

You said you didn't want any kids. And now you do.

What else have you been lying about?

Oh, babe?

A FAIRY TALE!

You see, guys, there's nothing more painful than a heartbreak

that you chose to find and bring to yourself.

Even if at the time it looked as though it was the right thing to do,

but nonetheless, it will still drain you, because it's a terrible kind of pain.

Look over here. Yeah.

But in all honesty, everything's been going well.

I also took some steps to put us back on schedule.

I can see. It's all great indeed.

Zanele, are you all right?

Yeah. Yeah, no, I'm all right.

Are you sure?

Because your next meeting is in 15.

Hey. Safety!

I have good news and also I've got good news for you.

I only want the good news today.

Your ankle is nothing major. You see?

It's just a sprain of the ankle.

So, another thing I need from you, young lady,

is that you put site visits on hold.

The other good news?

You're pregnant?

I'm going to be an aunt?

Friend, I'm three months pregnant.

That means you're past your first trimester.

I didn't know Sbu three months ago.

Your hit-and-run with Andile?

It's his baby.

Are you keeping it?

We all know you've never wanted kids.

Friend, my reluctance to have children is because I know that I can't carry them.

So what are you going to do about your situation with Andile?

Andile has his own family, friend. This is mine.

So you're not telling him?

You're going to raise it solo?

But I'm still going to be an aunt, right?

Can I help you?

- Oh, Dlamini. - Sbu.

Dlamini, you left a tab of 2,400 rand.

Eish, Sbu...

Don't complain, just pay. I'm tired of your games.

See all these people? They're my clients.

Please treat them well. Understood?

Can I talk to you, please?

Look, Sbu, I'll get right into it.

When I was growing up,

the doctors told me that I could never have children.

When I chose people to date, I chose those that didn't want to have children.

That's one of the reasons I chose you.

But...

at the wedding, Sbu.

The time you told me you wanted children,

I got scared.

I didn't know what to do. That's why I just ran.

So...

But something has happened now, Sbu.

I'm pregnant.

You're what? You're pregnant?

You...

- You're pregnant? - I'm pregnant.

I'm going to be a father. Me?

Hey, everyone. From today onwards, please call me Daddy.

Because I'm having a baby, guys.

I'm having a baby.

MaCebekhulu.

Hey, baby?

You're playing soccer in here.

It's good to see you. I wasn't...

Are you well?

You're pregnant?

I'm sorry, I just didn't think that you could have children.

So

how far along are you now?

Six months, hey.

You know, I'd do anything in my power to go back six months.

But in those six months, I mean...

We were at a high-school reunion, remember?

Are you carrying my child?

Andile, please don't do what you're thinking of doing.

Which is what?

Why didn't you talk to me? You didn't say anything.

How? You're the one who told your wife our business and ruined our lives.

Okay, look. I am begging you.

I've found everything I've ever wanted in the world.

Zanele, you're pregnant with my child. And you don't say anything to me.

You have your own family, Andile.

I've found my own too.

Focus on them instead.

How are you?

How are you?

No.

Yeah, hey.

I didn't call you all here to only celebrate the baby's arrival.

We're also here to reveal the gender.

It's upside down.

Oh, an heir.

My boy.

My boy, I promise I'll do everything in my power to raise you right.

Thank you for making me a father.

Thank you, babe.

I'll be right back.

- We need to talk, Zanele. - Andile, what are you doing here?

Why didn't you tell me it's a boy?

Dude, you know I've wanted a baby boy for the longest time.

- Andile. - Zanele, you are carrying my child.

And I won't allow another man to raise my child.

- It's my heir. - Hey.

Are you crazy?

I just want my child.

Is there a problem here, babe?

Are you all right?

- You can see she is, bro. - I wasn't talking to you.

This has nothing to do with you. It's between me, Zanele...

and our baby.

Excuse me? Come again.

- I said this has nothing to do with... - Listen.

You can't come here and spew nonsense at my woman and child. Not here.

This is my child.

You idiot, this is my child!

It's my baby!

Is this boy dumb?

Hey, guys, no!

What is your problem?

Is he telling the truth?

Is it true?

This is not the time to be quiet.

Is it true that this boy is the father of this baby?

- Y... - Speak!

Yes, it's true.

If you'd been honest about this,

we could have found a way to deal with it, babe.

But...

I've never loved anyone the way that I love you.

But then again, no one's ever disappointed me

the way you have.

You broke my heart.

You've broken it indeed.

Sbu...

- Here's Daddy. Stand here. - Let me wipe you.

Stand here so that he can wipe you, boy.

- Get dry first. - You like playing with bubbles

and soccer ball, hey?

- Get dry. - Put your shirt on.

- Was he any trouble? - No, he was no trouble.

- Can I swim one last time? - You want to swim one last time?

- Okay. Mkhulu will take you, okay? - Yeah, I'll take you again.

Everything all right, Son?

Yeah, everything's fine, Dad.

Isn't it you who said

- a man doesn't cry? - That's right. That's right indeed.

Thank you, my boy.

Thank you so much.

Is that all of them?

- Another one? - Knock-knock.

Look who's at the gate.

What is that? What's the other one?

- Wow. Let's tidy up. - Okay, let's tidy up the balls.

- How was he? - We had a great stay.

My dad sends his love.

The baby's bag.

It's right behind you. I've already packed it.

You tidied up so well, my boy.

Wow.

Oh, here's another one.

Thank you.

Let's go, my boy. Say bye to Daddy.

- Here's another one. Yeah. - Another one? Okay, put it in.

I did.

Oh, there we go.

- Bye-bye. - Yes.

- Say bye-bye. - Bye-bye, my boy.

Come on, then. Yeah, carry your balls.

Come on, then.

Our boy. We'll see you next week.

Bye-bye, my boy.

I'll get you juice when we get to the car, okay?

What is it?

All of this time...

it should have been you.

I should have chosen you, Zanele.

There we go.

Okay.

We're going up, remember?

Take the elephant, yes?

- Don't fall. - Yes.

Hold on, give them back again.

Guys, you know, dating will test you.

Standard, we know.

But you know, what I like about dating

is that when you least expect it,

dating says, "Hold this.

Have this present. The true love of your life."

But dating, my gosh. Wow.

Subtitle translation by: Qhawekazi Phelakho