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Your love story starts with a romantic dream.

And slowly romance becomes reality.

Is it nice?

You must change and fit into a precise social mold.

You are expected to get frustrated and broken.

And when you refuse this reality, they get surprised.

Even those closest to you.

When that happens you distance yourself.

You escape.

From people. From yourself.

Sometimes from life itself.

Fear takes over. It blinds you.

I wonder, can you keep on living with that fear?

Or is there room for true love that rewards our pain?

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STOP LYING TO YOUR LISTENERS!

Did we receive Pharm Co. checks?

Did Mr. Magdy sign the insurance policy?

And the budget?

Did you request that?

Had you checked your email in the morning, you'd know I did.

Miss Shams, you sent it at 9:05 a.m.--

06.

You had six minutes to see it.

Yes, Ma'am.

-Excuse me. -Did you say something?

I'll do it right now.

Welcome, sir.

-Welcome, Doctor. -Hi, Hussein.

Glad to see you.

-Did Shousho take the meds? -On time.

They're all fine. Like Australian cows.

Even Abou Wafaa got rid of its indigestion.

Thanks to the rotten hay you brought. Thank God I could treat them this time.

Don’t ever do it again, even if there's no money.

-What’s this fish smell? -Miss Sally came.

Why didn't you tell me? You're numb to cows and humans!

My love.

-Boogie! -I totally forgot you were coming today.

What! I was going to say I missed you.

The fish smells yummy. I'm starving.

Listen, give me the yogurt and the tahini.

I won't, as you forgot I was coming.

Anyway, I'll take them and a kiss.

-"Kiss" is out there for your needs. -How funny!

I'm sorry. It’s out of my hands.

Problems at the farm, debts…

My cattle are tired all the time.

And soon the bank will seize my farm.

Problems all the time.

Boogie.

Can’t you make yourself sneeze?

What? I mean you need to take a deep breath.

The first thing I learned in my Indian retreat, was breathing.

To release stress.

Should I take a couple of puffs to purify my body?

-Close your eyes. -Food's getting cold, stop kidding.

Close them.

Take a deep breath.

Shall I make that noise?

Yes, to release your stress.

Yes, let it go.

What are you talking about?

Imagine that you have lots of money.

Money is right here in my hands.

It's in my hands, I hold it.

I feel it.

I smell its aroma.

How do you feel?

I feel money is getting cold and must be eaten.

-What are you doing? -A bite?

My son Karim's flat is ready. He just needs a bride.

He’ll soon find her.

-I hope so. -I hope so, ma'am.

-Would you like more tea? -No, thanks.

Hi, all. So sorry I’m late.

Are you playing hard to get or is this your usual schedule?

No, I often work overnight.

-What? -What's the matter, mom?

She's a financial manager.

But,

you don't look like that.

What do I look like?

Really, tell me. What do I look like?

I mean, isn't this job…

a bit tough?

You mean it's a man's job.

It's not what I mean, but…

Yes, it is.

So, what do you think about marital responsibilities?

Men are men, and women are women.

Yes. Of course, mom. There are some shared responsibilities.

Men stick to their duties in a routine way.

Women also have other duties. So to say, I won't breast feed a baby.

Why?

Can't you hold a baby bottle?

That’s how my daughter is. She likes joking.

Karim, what’s your job at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs?

Yes, ma'am, I am the secretary of the Minister’s aide.

So you do a woman's job.

-Pardon? -Why are you upset?

You said yourself there are women’s jobs and men’s jobs,

and yours is a woman's.

Okay.

Ma'am, you’re right. Your daughter likes joking, but I'm not here to joke.

-Let's go, mom. -Yes.

Let's have our tea before you leave.

-I should've understood all along. -Wait, please. Please wait.

…again, mom.

He was too edgy, mom!

Let's try a different kind.

When you're old and lonely you'll remember all these kinds.

Sorry, I bothered you.

Not at all, he's awesome.

That's why I'm having another.

I love children, if I could I’d have a dozen.

-When are you due? -Miss Shams, come in.

-Here he is. -Thanks.

Don't cry, baby.

Shams! Oh, my darling, you're so charming!

-Hey, I missed you. -Me too.

Why did you refuse yesterday's groom? He was a good catch.

Don't talk like my mother.

Don’t tar us with the same brush. Sit down.

I don't want you to upset your mom.

She wants to see you in the white dress and--

Stop talking nonsense. Your patients are waiting.

My nonsense that you're talking about has come up in your tests.

-What's the matter with my tests? -I added an AMH fertility test for you.

I usually do so with women approaching their forties.

Do you have to say that so bluntly?

Shams, the chance of pregnancy decreases in women over thirty.

It's totally normal.

This test shows us your real chances.

It's like an alarm bell for women who want to have children.

And I saw your results, Shams.

You must listen to that bell.

Let me hear it.

Women your age have a 70% chance of giving birth.

Your chance is 40%.

This means one thing.

If you want to have a baby, you must hurry.

Have a baby how?

How?

Lay an egg.

-I won't marry. -Shams, my dear.

I don't want the experiences you've been through,

to be your judge of all men.

Open your heart.

-Seriously? -Seriously, you must hurry.

Every passing month reduces your chances of being a mother.

WE MAKE YOUR MOTHERHOOD DREAM REAL

Sorry, Tarek.

I wish I could help. But Dr. Bahgat's DBR won’t allow me.

Excuse me?

You request was declined.

Because your debt burden ratio (DBR) is too high, above 50%.

Thank God, I freaked out.

50% is a good percentage.

You can't get a new loan if you're still in debt.

I know that. Are we here to repeat it?

That's why we came to see if Mr. Essam has an alternative.

I’m sorry, I wish I had.

Dr. Bahgat, I understand your situation.

But, the bank has to look after its interests, given you're in debt.

-Thanks for coming. -Thank you, Mr. Essam.

Thanks for what, he did nothing. Thank you, sir. Bye.

-You wasted my time. -Shut up.

What shall I do? Your DBR has a problem.

Tarek, don’t be an idiot.

Listen, call Sameh and borrow from him.

Sameh, Wael, Sabry, none of them will help.

I've no true friends.

You have me.

You're not my friend. You're my uncle.

So you must help me, or the family will blame you.

Shame on you! You're too old for this!

You're a jerk.

-Where are you going? -To Noha, she's kinder than you.

To confess your abundant love? Spare yourself.

Don't worry. I changed strategy.

You tough guy!

You know, Tarek. I feel safe with you.

-Really, Noha? -Of course.

You're kind and faithful.

And you're caring.

What else?

When you said you love me,

and want to be my boyfriend,

I didn't hesitate.

I decided right away.

Because you're close to me.

Almost like…

a brother.

I see.

I'll be the first to know when you've met the love of your life.

The first wedding invitee.

The first advice when you get a problem.

-Please, don't be upset. -I'm not.

I just wanna know, what's on my face that makes you all consider me a brother?

Us who? Who else said this to you?

I have 23 sisters like you, Noha.

UNDERSTANDING IN VITRO FERTILIZATION

Will your uncle tell your mom about your tests?

He won’t get the chance. I decided to get married.

My way.

There's only one way to wed. Contract, wedding party, house.

There's another: wedding, IVF, divorce.

-What? -I'll sign a wedding contract.

Then I’ll do artificial insemination.

I'll get pregnant, give birth, then get a divorce.

You think anyone will agree to this crazy idea?

Many will. Money can buy anything.

You will rent a man?

Do you think it's that easy?

You think raising a kid alone is easy?

Look how tired I am doing it all on my own.

Most Egyptian women, even if married, run their households on their own.

I don't agree with this madness.

Not all men are bad and selfish. Not all marriages fail.

-Stop lecturing me and cut to the chase. -Go ahead.

I'll create a fake Facebook account named, "Man Wanted".

One willing to give sperm for money.

I’ll write up all the requirements I want.

He must not be married, engaged or in a relationship.

I'll need his documents: birth certificate, diploma, a police clearance.

A health certificate to make sure he has no illnesses.

Where shall we meet them?

We'll rent an office for a while.

MAN WANTED

You'll see how many offers we’ll get.

And marrying? Will you explain that?

No. I won't mention it, it’ll appear as a normal job offer.

Shams, your husband must be an honest man.

He should come from a good family, have a good job.

-He'll be the father of your child. -Of course.

Are you for real?

I’ll do what you all want me to do, wear the white dress.

There’s bad energy here. Will you drown in these bills for long?

Honey, let me be.

In my Indian retreat, I was told people’s energy affects their environment.

You must let it go.

I don't know what to do.

Or you do but don't want to. Why won’t you sell the farm?

Why don't you stop asking this?

I feel the energy of this place. I know what it's telling you.

What is it saying?

This farm is saying, "Sell me, Bahgat.

Settle your debts and solve your problems.

Sell me to get the money and start any project you like.

Like getting married."

Getting married?

-It's a bad idea, isn't it? -It isn't, come here.

What's marriage? It’s people like us who love each other, stay together.

Eat fish, drown happily in bills and what not.

We could sell the farm, go to India,

open a small yoga studio next to the retreat.

An infinite positive energy, so much better than life on a farm.

No. Nothing is better than life on a farm.

I like the country life, among cattle, with cattle.

Don't forget that this farm is my family’s legacy.

I did enough damage to it.

You know what I love most about you?

I know. But I like when you say it.

Your sense of responsibility!

My goodness!

You astound me.

You know the last time I was responsible?

-When? -Last time you came.

You know Indians have the oldest knowledge of responsibilities?

Let's compare Egyptian wisdom with the Indian one, see which is best.

Come, Noha.

This number is wrong. Check it, please.

Excuse me.

Hello. Yes, sir.

Of course, I have a copy.

Hang on a moment, please.

I found the copy here.

Sir, I can put in all the articles that you want. I'll reply tonight.

MAN WANTED

I'll reply with the date.

Thanks. Good bye.

Are you done?

Yes.

Just a minute.

-Please, go. -I'll be right back.

Please stop nagging.

Ok, Noha.

I'll start nagging to myself.

Let it go.

You know, today I saw something very strange in Shams's office.

Again Shams. I've had enough of her.

What should I do? She’s always on my case at work!

She was reading this ad on Facebook.

-It's nonsense. -I can't believe she was reading it.

She probably wants to be a donor!

How much do you think they’d pay?

When I saw the ad I felt it's a progressive scientific experiment.

So, I got ready. This is for you.

-What's that thing? -Things.

It's a fresh sample I released while I was waiting for the interview.

You should take it to the lab now, and refund me the ice-box.

When will I get paid?

I fully appreciate your enthusiasm. But there’s a misunderstanding.

You think the sample has expired! I can do another one now.

No.

The sample will be needed, but not here and not now.

It will be required after you and I get married.

Get what?

Don't worry, we'll get married just on paper.

What is this nonsense? "Get married."

I'm already married with three kids.

I can hardly feed them.

On the form you wrote you're a widower.

I lied, for the money, that's all.

I have no hope.

Goodbye.

Your sample.

-Sorry? -The sample.

It’s rude of me to meet you for the first time empty handed.

Sorry, the sample is for free, but this is not, sorry.

I won't touch that.

Now what, Shams? I'm fed up.

We met dozens of men and all we got is this sample.

We'll find one.

-See how your nephew cuddles his cattle? -Some men are luckier than others!

He's right. In my Indian retreat, we got the cow's blessing daily.

-My love. -Darling.

-Are you leaving? -Our week passed so fast. I'll miss you.

I'm here.

-Uncle! When did you come? -I came with her!

Stop calling me uncle.

I have to catch my plane.

Ok, honey, bye. I'll miss you.

Stay back.

I'm a brother to her.

Shut up. Bye, honey.

I wish I knew what women like about you.

My potential. You’re too young to understand. Don't be envious.

Put down your hand.

If I were, I wouldn’t have brought you a remedy to your problems!

Not again! Don’t drag me around and get my hopes up.

Then take me to odd people who keep threatening me.

This time it's different.

This time it’s within your potential.

I went to their office, and I got info about Shams. What do you think?

About having a kid and leaving him in the street?

Who said so? You'll give him to her.

She is a mad woman with mad ideas.

She is, but she has enough dough to settle your debts.

It won't last more than two months.

This is about raising kids, being responsible for them.

Frankly, I am not willing to have a kid and abandon him.

Shams's deepest dream is a child. She will take good care of him.

What will I do about Sally?

Don't worry.

-I'll replace you. -Shut up!

It's just for two months or less,

and Sally’s always travelling, anyway.

Bahgat, I'm your uncle and I know better what's good for you.

-Get lost! -Dr. Bahgat.

-Mr. Baghat. -Yes!

A bailiff is at the door.

Please, sir. Sign here.

Thanks.

What does this guy want?

Nothing.

The bank will seize the farm in 30 days.

Come in.

Dr. Bahgat, it's mentioned in your ID that you're a bachelor.

-Are you in any relationship currently? -Not at all.

-What's marriage to you? -A failure.

-Kids? -I can't stand them.

Excellent.

Your papers and your answers are excellent.

You're up to task that I want.

What task are you talking about? I thought you needed a sample.

We'll have a fake wedding for our families.

You donate your sample. I have it implanted.

I give birth and we divorce.

-For how much? -150,000 pounds in three instalments.

I can't accept that. Excuse me, now.

How much would you like?

Not less than 250,000 pounds. I'm giving you a part of me.

I mean the child, not the rest.

The rest is also a part of me, but I usually give it up for free.

If I could get money from that, I could be a millionaire.

Am I messing up?

Forget it. Let's talk just about the 250,000 pounds.

If you're accepted, I'll pay you 200,000 pounds.

If I'm accepted?

You said I'm up to the task.

You're temporarily approved. There's a second assessment.

Then the final assessment, then we'll see if you make it.

Is it a tournament?

Stop joking. Stay in Cairo this month. I will need to see you.

You can go.

Thanks.

BAHGAT ABO-ELSAAD ALI OMAR

What the hell?

Don't freak out. You said I need to wed, to have a child.

I'm doing it, under your supervision.

I don't agree at all. I won’t be a part of this mess.

Uncle, I want to be a mom.

I wished you'd help me.

But if you can't, it's ok. I'll see another doctor.

You will always be my dear uncle.

Wait.

Honey, we all want you to be a mom.

But not this way.

I don't want a traditional marriage, with love and hate. I just want a kid.

Does your mother know?

I can't tell her, she may kill herself.

-You won't tell her. -I won’t, she'd kill me.

What about these three deadbeats? Do you vouch for them?

Please don't insult them. One of them might be your in-law.

What's required of me exactly?

Listen.

Whatever's within your field, of course.

The necessary tests to know who may carry the fastest action.

-You mean impregnation? -Impregnation action.

Ok, I'll do this. Now cut the cackle.

Congrats!

Look, dear. All three can fulfill the task very naturally.

But they have different fertility rates.

The first has 60% fertility, the second has 72%.

The third has 95%.

-Who is he? -His name is Bahgat.

Is this good?

We haven't counted his IQ, yet.

It's not a high school exam, Shams! I said 95%, a stroke of luck.

95%? Wow!

My departed mother always said I’m a failure.

Will you rejoice much over this, Doctor?

Don't call me Doctor. We're faking a wedding, pretending to be in love.

Forget titles. Call me Bahgat, Boogie. I'll call you Shams, Shammousa.

We better discuss our business.

Let's talk about it. When are you paying my dowry?

It's not your dowry. It's called a down payment.

The first instalment will be paid on signing the wedding contract.

The second when I get pregnant, the third with the baby and the divorce.

Must I stick to you for nine months? That's too much.

What if you pay when you get pregnant, then we say good bye.

What if there’s a complication?

Got it.

I have another question but don't get upset.

Go ahead.

After the wedding, what happens?

We’ll stay at your place for a few days,

until all our relatives have seen us.

Then I'll move in with my friend, Nevin.

She could stay with us.

You’re obliged by the contract to abstain from relationships with women.

If you cheat, I void the contract.

Why? I'm free to have a girlfriend or a love story.

I'm free too. Those are my terms. Take it or leave it.

Deal.

Our God grant us Your help to solve problems.

Untie our knots.

Banish all evil. Hocus pocus. Focus focus.

May we never lose you.

What are you doing?

You brought me to this.

You'll get me gassed, not married.

Shut up. Cross it seven times, and repeat after me,

"Evil spirit, out of my way."

Stop this superstition. I found a man.

What? For you?

-Of course not for you. -When? Where? How?

I'll tell you.

Nevine introduced us. We met a few times.

He's nice and well-bred. He'll meet you tomorrow.

Give me more details, don't be so hasty.

He's a well-bred doctor, ready to marry.

Don't ask him for too much.

I won't ask anything. All I want is to see you married.

50,000 pounds for the engagement dowry, same thing for wedding dowry.

150,000 pounds for the divorce allowance.

It’s 250,000 in total. Plus my 200,000. That will be tough for you.

-Easy on him, mom. That wasn't our deal. -You're not cheap.

Refuse without hesitation. Refuse.

Shams for me is worth the world.

But unfortunately, I can't.

What do you mean?

It means deal's off.

Frankly, you're milking me. Let's go, uncle.

Sit down, Doctor.

We are just discussing.

Sit down, uncle.

Nagwa, this way you'll make him leave.

No way.

Alright, I will let up on some conditions.

We want to celebrate you.

Mom, I don't want any dowry or divorce allowance.

Just two rings are enough.

Buy them for him.

See that, sir? I'm not here to be mocked, let's go.

Sit down, never mind.

Did I say something wrong? These are our traditions.

Mr. Tarek, you should teach them to your nephew.

Don't worry, Ma'am. Uncle's word is like law.

It's fine, Bahgat.

As you wish, uncle.

Tradition is a very relative concept.

These are just formalities. We want to marry soon.

We will have a small party, and then move in together.

My love.

Don't push it!

-Do you agree? -Please do, mom.

Please, mom.

God be with us.

Let's say the engagement prayer.

-Yes, Let's say the prayer. -Yes.

You can't withdraw. The wedding is in two hours.

I feel stuck.

-See how she talks to me? -Consider it a nasty pill.

I'll stick to her for nine months! You said it was two, but nine is too much.

I feel guilty for lying to Sally.

See? Sally came.

-Surprise! -An awesome one.

Look what I got you.

I drew it myself. It’ll balance the energy in here.

It will give me an ulcer in-- You're back to this sh-- drawing?

It's beautiful. You didn't tell me you were coming.

I finished work, and came to spend two days, before leaving.

-Only two? It's too little. -Of course it's too little.

-What about the Abou Kabir trip? -What?

People are waiting us there in two hours.

-Yes, Abou Kabir, Yes. -The project!

Sorry honey, I have to finish a project in Abou Kabir.

Can't you postpone it?

-The boss will be angry. -He needs to pay the loan.

You know my issue with the loan. I found a partner to help.

Mr. Bahgat, your wedding suit.

Bring the suit upstairs.

-Upstairs? -Yes.

Are you going to work or a wedding?

I have a project in a wedding, I'll go to a wedding to discuss the project.

Exactly.

Ok. I'll wait here until you're back.

-No! -No!

-Does she know of the snake? -What snake?

Yes! We found a huge snake. It ate three calves.

Three calves? So you caught it.

Yes, but it escaped again.

What's this crap?

Honey, you know in these days I'm stressed and anxious.

I'll do this work errand and be back. Tarek will take you home.

Bye honey. Take her, Tarek.

-Salaamu Alaikum. -Welcome, Imam.

-Please, come. -Welcome. Thanks.

Shams, why did you come down? Your groom hasn’t arrived yet.

-It's fine, mom. -No, it's not.

What will people think? Don’t make me more nervous.

Why are you nervous in the first place?

-Bahgat is very late. -He's on the way.

Nevine, go upstairs with your friend. Call him, find out why he's late.

Sure.

-I don't know why she's so anxious. -Aren't you?

Not at all, money will bring him.

Bahgat, honey.

-You're late. -Sorry, I was stuck in the traffic.

-Where were you, Doc.? -Here I am.

-Why are you late? -You're stunning.

Sorry. Ok.

-More room for the groom, please. -Thanks.

-Listen. -Yes.

Do you agree to the marriage bond?

What is it?

The bride keeps the bond and the right to divorce. No one here will notice.

-Did you agree about it? -We did.

-So be it. -Yes.

Listen, Ms. I asked about this marriage bond matter,

and found out that it will cost more money.

Because, there will be a lot of rumors.

That's why we will double the agreed upon price.

You're right, if there will be rumors. I don't have to get married at all.

God bless us all. Give me your IDs.

-Hello. -Hello.

Are you Bahgat's colleague?

More than that. I'm his uncle.

-Excuse me? -An uncle is like a father.

-So you may consider me as his father. -No, no way.

-Tarek Mandour. -Nice to meet you.

Consider me your brother now so we don't waste time.

-Congratulations. -Thank you.

Goodbye, Imam. Congratulations!

Congratulations, dear.

Why are you crying?

I had lost hope to see you married.

And it happened, so smile now. Come on.

Come closer.

-Give it to me. -No, thanks.

Congrats, bride.

Stop acting. The party is over.

It's just us. Here's your check, sir, with the first instalment.

Why such a hurry? Anyway, I like to give and receive on the spot.

Personally, I haven't received anything.

I can give you something quick and fresh, right now.

No bad jokes, please.

After tomorrow I have the pre-surgery check-up, sadly you have to come.

Why are you so cold?

Chill out, don't be stressed. I'm cute.

Do you believe yourself?

I do, and I'm indeed cute.

-You're cute too. -What the hell?

You know kickboxing?

No, I know cupcakes. Shall I make you one?

Listen, cute guy. We're business partners.

Do not dare think about anything else.

Where's my room? I guess upstairs.

Bahgat!

Bahgaaat!

Yes.

I can't sleep with this noise.

How weird. I can sleep only with this noise.

Close your door.

I can't sleep either.

How come?

-I'm free. -So am I.

It's my house. I'm free to turn the music up or down.

I turned it down. I owe it to you as a guest.

Goodness me. How polite.

How rude! No thanks?

Ok.

How come they're sleeping? It's midday.

Set the table while I wake them up.

Bahgat!

Bahgat, mom is on the stairs.

Wake up, mom is on the stairs.

Shams, I know you'd come to me.

What? I said mom is here.

What? Mommy came? Your mom is here.

What are we gonna do? Where is she?

-On the stairs! -What are you doing?

I'm making the bed, and you?

Faking a first night. Won't you undress?

Undress and let your mother rejoice.

Happy first wedding day!

I brought you breakfast.

Thanks dear, you shouldn't have. I'm not starving her.

-Welcome, mom. -Hi, honey.

Your face lit up. You're stunning. You too Bahgat.

I've always been like this. Thanks.

-Cute! -Thanks.

May you cuten up too.

Shams, Are you wearing pyjamas on your wedding night?

It's ok.

She's not used to the countryside.

She was cold yesterday, so I gave her pyjamas to warm up.

I'll go have the first wedding day shower. Last night was a wild one, you get me?

Bring me the bathrobe over there.

I was hard at it.

Thanks a lot, honey. I'll see you at breakfast.

Breakfast is ready.

Tell me about last night. Was he a lion or a cat?

What food did you bring?

Fine, Shams. You're ready for surgery.

I can book you at the hospital.

Doctor, I wanted to know how long will the surgery take?

All the procedures will last for one month.

Bear in mind, you should not exert yourself.

After two days a new phase of your life will start.

You must be sure of what you do. Be 100% sure.

Are you sure?

New choices in our lives can be confusing.

But that's life, it forces us to choose every now and then.

When you think life is following the path you chose,

you feel life smiles at you, and your dream is almost real,

and you're sure your choice is a successful one.

Life refuses your choice again.

Once and twice…

Then you wonder,

shall I stick to my choice,

or shall I let life choose for me?

Leave what you're doing, Omar.

Have anyone seen my mobile?

It's recharging there.

Damn it, mom called ten times.

What's wrong, mom?

No, we're fine. We're home.

What's that noise?

You found my mobile. I've been madly looking for it.

Who's this girl Shams?

No. Shams, he's a man.

Shams… el Din Tebrizi.

An India expert like you should know--

-He's in the Abou Kabir project. -Ok.

He must need something important. I'll be right back.

Ok.

Where was I?

I was sleeping.

In the bathroom.

That's none of your business. You're not my real wife.

What disaster?

What?

Hello?

Hello?

I can't hear you.

Hello?

The network is bad. What the f-- what a surprise!

Shammousa, honey, guess who's here?

Mama Nagwa!

Come quickly, honey. We're waiting.

Hi, dear.

Bahgat, honey. You're sleeping all that? I've been calling you for ages.

Sorry, I'm a deep sleeper.

My goodness! You shouldn't have. This is your home.

You're welcome, dear.

I didn't know you sleep till noon.

We're on holiday, we sleep and wake whenever we want.

Guests usually don't come at these odd hours. But you're welcome anytime.

Do you mind if I go to change my clothes?

Not at all, I'll be at ease.

-Go and see the garden. -Don't worry about me.

I'll be done in ten minutes.

-Why must I go? Let me meet your aunt. -No way, it will be a disaster.

Why a disaster?

She's very old-fashioned.

If she knew you sleep here, she'll judge you and forbid our marriage.

Bahgat. Did you say marriage? Are you serious?

-Did I? -Yes.

Anyway, I need you to stand up,

pack your things, get ready, and I'll sneak out the back.

We'll talk about marriage later, ok? Have your breakfast, do your odd poses,

and I'll be back in ten minutes. Don't move from here.

Where are you going?

-Is that mint? -Not just mint.

I've got mint here, and basil,

and "thimble".

Amber and cardamom for the soup.

I got everything. Take whatever you want.

Stop kidding! Amber can’t be grown.

Of course it can! I'll go quickly to the bathroom and come back.

-Excuse me. -Ok, I'll pick up veggies.

Bahgat, the door is stuck. It doesn't open!

Oh, crap!

-Hide here. -Who's she?

My cousin, if she saw you it will be a mess.

Go have a shower, I'll be right back.

-Bahgat! -Yes, mom.

-The door doesn't open. -Really?

No, it doesn't. I'm pushing.

-There it is. -I don't understand.

You just have to do this.

No fuss, no muss.

You're so funny! See who's coming.

-Shammousa! My love. -My love.

-My dear love. -Hi, mom.

-Hussein! -Yes, Doctor.

Listen, Sally is hiding here. When I give you a sign, make her go.

God forbid! Again, Mr. Bahgat? Hadn't you repented?

What business is it of yours? Whatever I say you do and shut up.

Or I'll feed you Kiss's dung. Go!

What are you two whispering about?

Why did you hurry? Where's your shopping?

I left them because the queue at the cashier was too long. I couldn't wait.

She always does so.

Come, It's stuffy in here. let's sit in the garden.

- I feel-- -No, I was just back there.

Come to the kitchen, let's cook something.

-Yes! -Come on.

Cross the bridge. Come on.

-Shall I go first? -Of course. Go ahead, honey.

-But you'll cook. -Sure, who else?

Thanks a million, Bahgat. Tell me how you got this taste.

You know, Ma'am, I don't have a precise recipe.

I follow my instinct.

The scent, my feelings…

-You're philosophizing. -Food is philosophy.

You won't understand. I'll get some oranges for my orange cake philosophy.

Thank you in advance, sweetie.

Shams, isn’t there any happy news?

Of course not, or I'd tell you.

Let's go to your uncle to know why you’re late.

What? It's only been a few months.

I want this more than you.

-Swear on your dad's grave. -I swear on both our dads' graves.

Now go rest upstairs.

Ok, I'm full.

But wait for me for the cake.

Why are you seething?

Shut up, I'm up to my neck with all this.

Hey, stop!

Why are you yelling?

I woke up panicking.

I lie every second to make your mother believe it, and you talk to me badly!

Simmer down!

Shout louder! Let her hear!

Talk to me with respect and lower your voice.

I will.

But you shall do the same. Damn it!

The money you paid me doesn't give you the right to disrespect me.

Business is not like this. You paid for an item.

I gave it you twice.

You didn’t get pregnant, and I didn’t take my money.

Your uncle is a failure as a doctor.

Are you done? Do you feel more masculine?

-I'm worth a million males. -With no balls!

No! I won't allow that!

Let's cut the crap.

Next week, I'll have the third surgery,

If it works, we'll go on.

If it fails, I will divorce you immediately.

Got it?

Better.

Maged!

Leave what you're doing, and come now!

You should have stopped pressuring her all the time,

telling her she's a spinster.

She ended up unmarried like you. Are you happy with that?

Do you want to ruin her?

If I didn't agree with her, she'd have done this with another doctor,

and still got her way.

This guy is conning her.

No, he isn't. I made my investigations.

He's just in a deep financial problem, and need money to settle his debts.

But how could he abandon his child?

All that is between them is a business deal, no more.

Anyway, in two days they'll do the third try.

Whether she got pregnant or not, they'll get a divorce.

Can we avoid this?

That's unlikely.

Unless one thing happens.

How are you, lovelies? Hussein, bring my bags upstairs.

Yes, Madam.

I'm having my walls repainted. It will take a month.

Maybe two. Maximum three.

I thought I may stay here.

What's wrong? Why are you so staggered?

Surprised! We are just very surprised.

-Two months. -Maximum three.

We're very excited! We’ll have so much fun together!

Why don't you stay here forever?

You're so sweet, honey.

The sweetest thing is you.

Shall we prepare her a room?

Or shall I give you the whole floor to be at ease?

Let's go get her room ready.

Take your time. I'm very much at ease.

-That’s absurd. -It is.

-I'm screwed. -I see.

I really am.

-And also-- -Of course.

Don’t interrupt me.

Keep those words to yourself so we can sort this out.

Ok. What shall we do?

I think that, after a few days, we shall fake a fight.

I'll go to my mom's house, and you won't give a damn.

She'll know you don't love me and she'll expect our divorce.

Good idea.

Ok. I agree.

I can bear two days to sort this out. But, listen.

-I've got one condition. -What?

Don't be sulky and rude.

-Ok! -Not like this!

Ok.

Good night, mom.

Same to you, honey.

Good night, love.

Go to your husband.

I'll watch the film.

Go up, now.

I'm not sleepy. You go to sleep.

I'm still very alert and easy breezy.

Will you finish the film?

Of course. I like it.

Ok, I'll go to sleep. Good night.

Good night, sweetheart.

I feel guilty for having you sleeping on the floor.

-Can I ask you something? -Only If it doesn't upset me.

You're always upset anyway. So…

I'll ask whether it bothers you or not.

Why are you doing this?

Doing what?

I mean…

The Facebook page.

The pregnancy.

All these expenses. Why?

Because I want to be a mom.

Why don't you get married and have a kid normally?

Everyone gets married, has kids normally, and divorces.

Do you distrust men that much?

How can I trust them? Aren't you a man?

Yeah, they say so.

Have you ever seen a man who doesn't mold his wife as he wants?

Well, have you seen a faithful man?

We're cheaters by nature.

Really? Is that so funny?

Your honesty was funny.

Since you liked that, let me tell you something.

Any man, either he loves his wife or his fiancé or his lover,

he has a cute baby cheater inside him, and each cheats in his own way.

He may cheat with a word,

with a look, or with a touch.

That's how we are.

You were created to cheat and never love?

No. We can love very deeply.

But what does love mean to you?

Fidelity.

Appreciation. Being attentive.

You forgot the highest meaning of love to a man.

Men like to be forgiven.

To be pardoned. To be humored.

To be treated like a son.

-This is called selfishness. -What's the matter?

Men want it all. A mom, a wife, a lover. Men are a failure!

What, are you gonna bite me?

When you wanted a child, you needed a man.

I wish I could get pregnant alone and have nothing to do with you jerks!

Jerks? You fooled me, tricked me so you can insult me! How rude!

I shouldn't talk to you.

-I'd better sleep! -Fine!

Welcome.

-How are you, Bahgat? -Fine, and you?

Thanks for having me here.

I haven't invited anyone but mom is at home here.

How are you?

Fine, as you can see.

Your farm is really gorgeous.

Won't you show me around?

Of course, come.

Do you miss your bachelor life?

I miss life itself.

What about the IVF?

You’re totally fed up.

I know very well how you feel.

What do you feel?

Do you know why I haven't married?

Why?

Because I used to like that life.

-Used to? -Yes.

Used to.

I thought solitude was a choice.

That I can live alone, or stay among people, as I wish.

After people around me built their lives,

I found that solitude is a constraint, not a choice.

Oh, dear.

Tell me, Bahgat. Are these cows or buffalos?

Help me fix this mess!

Give me a break. That's too much.

Just stop it, ok? Are you even butting in my wardrobe?

This is unacceptable! Take off my t-shirt.

I went to take a shower and found mom washing all my clothes, except this.

But It looks great.

Really? So let her wear it on this farm.

Ok, it's bad. It's horrible. I'll tell her.

Listen.

Do you think your mom brought your uncle here to examine you?

After what she's done here in two days I can expect anything.

What are you doing?

I drug my cows to make them forget they're cows.

I'm serious.

These cows are pregnant, as I wish you'll be.

I give them antibiotics to protect their udders from inflammation.

Calm down. It's over. I'm done.

Done.

My dear Fulla.

Have you ever milked a cow?

Frankly, I drink carton milk.

Would you like to try?

I’ve never done it, I don't know.

That's it.

Easy.

Sit down.

Look.

Caress her slowly.

Like this.

That's it. Yes.

I feel extremely relaxed when I milk a cow.

Just try it yourself. Reach out your hand.

Gently.

Unfortunately,

we got the same negative results.

What a pity.

Why did it fail, man-- I mean, Doctor?

Like any healthy married couple who can procreate,

except that God hasn't willed it, yet.

If I do the surgery abroad, would it work?

Travel would cost much more, and success isn't guaranteed.

I have an idea.

-What? -What?

Do it naturally.

-Excuse me? -Yes, Shams.

People try naturally, and if they fail they do the procedure.

You did the opposite. So what’s the logical thing now?

Let nature take over. You're a wonderful man.

How can you say so, after all I've done?

Yes, Shams. I've already warned you.

Every passing day, your chances of pregnancy decrease.

Take your decision.

Oh, my God.

Marry him of course.

I don't see any problem. Why would you give up now?

How can you say it so lightly? I can't let a stranger touch me.

What will you do when you divorce?

Will you do it again with another? He's got 95% and it didn't work.

This is all too embarrassing.

You've been here alone since you came back.

Don't worry. I won't bother you.

For God's sake, I'm just checking on you, don't be sulky.

I'm not using you.

Trust me.

I'll support you in whatever you want.

Except I don't know what it is.

I always have a plan.

But not this time.

This time is different.

This time you have to feel it.

You got it right.

There isn't any feeling between us.

How will it work? We're not animals.

You totally misunderstand animals.

An animal won't couple unless it feels something for its partner.

I live with them and I know.

Very simply, they express what they feel for each other.

You know…

I've never seen you normal.

You mean never saw me confused.

You act tough like you're superman, But you have no super powers.

What do you want me to do?

Well…

You still wanna be a mom?

Yes.

If I suggest something to help you, will you do it?

What is it?

Let's get to know each other.

Let's try. What do we got to lose?

I'll think about it.

No, without thinking.

It's an order.

Let me be leader.

Ok, leader.

You see, you can laugh like us.

How nice to see you watering plants!

I was bored and needed some distraction.

You're soaking it, be careful.

What's this?

Just wait.

Try this honey and tell me.

It's yummy. Where did you get it?

From a friend's apiary.

Why don't you have one here?

Maybe.

You could even raise rabbits.

The evil eye soon kills them. Mom used to say so.

Evil eye? Bahgat, you're a doctor.

You could plant corn and barley.

Some to feed your animals, some to be sold.

Good ideas.

But they need material and mental effort.

-I mean… -Make the effort.

Didn’t the farm cause your debts and this marriage?

A friend of mine used to tell me, "Sell the farm, pay your debts,

and live lavishly on its profits."

Who is this idiot?

He's not an idiot, but--

Let's forget about him.

I'll show you where we can make the apiary.

-Where? -Come over there.

You really needed this crazy marriage.

You're hopeless.

My irregular life got me stuck in this loan.

I could draw you a plan to spare you all these expenses.

What will you do? Will you raise my dowry?

I'll dazzle you.

We've paid our arrears, and half the next payment two months in advance.

Now you can accept our request.

I have no problem. We can extend the loan.

But If I may say so, you're overly ambitious.

You ask for 20% cap increase, but it conflicts with the allowed limit.

All I know is that you can accept our request.

Especially if the client is serious.

Dr. Bahgat and his family,

they're long-time clients, and they're important.

Dr. Bahgat, your financial manager is very smart and competent.

Actually, she's not my financial manager.

She's my wife.

-Good choice. -You're so kind.

Great.

I agree.

But if your next payment is late, I won't be able to help.

Don't worry, sir. Thanks a lot.

Thanks a lot.

-Did you like when I said, "my wife"? -No.

But you were clearly happy.

You know, you did me a big favor.

Giving me half the money in advance to pay back the bank.

No, you'll pay it with your own money when we're done.

Oh, my God. Don't you ever forget anything?

Why are you crying?

It's the onions. I don't get it. Who cooks at midnight?

What's better than doing what you want when you want it?

Boogie, an amazing chef!

This nickname is so funny. Where did you get it?

Listen, go change your clothes.

-Why? -You want to know where I got it?

Let's go out together.

Don't stick here, go change your clothes.

I don't get it. What are we doing here?

I'll show you.

Wait for me here.

Ok.

I was surprised by a girl with a doll drawn on her clothes

A nice boy met her

And thought she was easy

She told him, "Go away,

little boy,

well-bred girls don't like to play"

Cuddle me at the Jasmine tree

CUDDLE ME

I can't stand to be neglected this way

I own nothing

But my earrings

I told him, "Sell them and we will stay together, but cuddle me"

How are you, Boogie?

-You're nuts! -Why?

A doctor by day, a DJ by night.

So What? I like animals and music. And I do both.

That's fine.

Boogie, you rock! The best DJ ever.

Are you staying here? Come dance with us.

-Come on. -No, I can't leave her alone.

Does she need a bodyguard?

He's my husband, honey. Is that ok with you?

Did you hear yourself?

What? No. But did you hear her?

And how rude she was? Especially the one wearing…

-The baggy one? -Yes.

Let's make them jealous.

Bahgat, why didn't you get married?

I was afraid of responsibility.

I mean…

My failure on the farm makes me feel I won't be able.

To do what?

To bear responsibilities.

And you?

Why do you scare them all?

I feared I wouldn't make it.

Make what?

Bearing responsibilities.

One moment.

-I like this song. -I know.

How can you?

I saw your playlist.

So you peeked at my phone?

Yes, do you mind?

No.

Come here.

Don't be scared.

Can you relax?

You know…

At first I knew that this was just built on mutual interest.

You know,

I get the money, you get what you want.

But when I knew you,

everything changed.

Like what?

My feelings for you.

I no longer weigh my words.

Were you so afraid of me?

Yes. You were frightening at first.

Until I got to know you.

I knew that it was just an appearance.

But it's a part of my personality. Just a small part.

I know.

I know.

Bahgat, I--

Enough.

No more "I".

Only "we".

Who is she?

Who is she?

I'm Shams.

Wait, Shams, I'll tell you everything.

What? That I'm your fiancée for three years?

Is it true?

Is it true?

Shams, It's not what you think.

Our agreement is annulled.

Please, Shams, listen. All that happened between us--

What happened was all fake.

I divorce you.

Divorce you?

She divorces you? What a shame!

I wonder what true love is.

How can one trust those moments that felt so true,

but were just lies?

And why, after we know they were lies,

can't we forget them?

Are good memories those that hurt us?

Or do we miss the feeling of certainty that they gave us?

When we truly love, we surrender.

Even when we're hurt, and we try to get over it.

We decide to crush our feelings and go on.

But we can't go far.

We quickly stop to look at our wounds.

We don't know if we can forgive those who wronged us,

or if we can forgive ourselves.

Why, Shams? It's the tenth time you refuse him.

I hope he won't come again.

How long will you stay like this?

I'm fine, mom.

My work is fine. My life too.

No. Your life is messed up and needs balance.

I don't want anything from anyone. I can fix--

You can't do anything alone.

Bear in mind, I tell you this because I can feel you.

-What do you want me to do? -To be happy.

Living a normal life, like every girl.

I did exactly like them.

And I got the same result.

Lies, betrayal and despair.

Is that what you wish for me?

Shams cut every contact.

And Sally?

I hurt her, as well.

But at least we met, we talked, and we ended things.

Between you and me, I don't want to see anyone,

nor talk to anyone.

I want to see Shams.

I want to go to her. I missed her.

Do you love her?

I love her.

I love her.

Dr. Bahgat! Kiss is giving birth!

Oh, God!

It seems they're all due together.

God help us.

I'll go now. I can't watch this. Bye.

Hussein, get my bag!

Uncle, why did I have to do those tests? I'm just a bit tired.

How are you?

You're not a bit tired. Congratulations.

You're pregnant.

-Really pregnant? -Yes. You're pregnant.

In your third month.

All the results prove it.

Didn't you even suspect?

I thought it was a hormonal imbalance, maybe even menopause.

Am I really pregnant?

This is for the lies you and my not-so-wise daughter told me.

That’s because you cheated on her.

How can you slap me like this? I'm not a kid.

I didn't come to slap you.

I came to say your wife is pregnant.

What?

In a few months you'll be a father.

You'll have a child to raise and look after.

It stings! Why another one?

This one has no reason. Just because I'm totally mad at you!

Why did you come, Bahgat? I said never come here again.

I'll make you a lemonade and leave you to talk.

I know I lied to you.

At first, I did it for money.

Believe me, Shams.

When I knew you better,

I realized that I love you.

And I should believe you and tell you the same?

Yes, exactly. Because I'm sure you love me too.

I'm sorry, Shams.

But I want nothing else except being with you,

to raise our child.

Did you believe the whole charade?

Our agreement doesn't give you the right to father my son.

Or maybe you came to claim your money?

No, it never crossed my mind.

Why didn't it? Why not?

It's your right.

I rented you with my money.

I was going to pay you after my delivery.

But since you came now, I'll give you the check.

I don't want to see you again.

Have a seat.

I'll go get it.

You messed it, you fix it.

I did all I could.

You should do the rest.

I'm sure Bahgat still loves her.

She loves him too. But she's stubborn and doesn't forgive.

Shams must know that Bahgat loves her, and wants her in his life.

That's up to you.

Bahgat knows nothing about this video.

He wouldn't have agreed, after he lost hope for your return.

You and the baby are doing great.

You'll deliver in two weeks maximum. This could happen at any time.

Can I record my delivery?

Yes, you can. Who will record it? It could be Bahgat.

Bahgat? Of course not! I conceived this child, I--

I'm carrying it, I'll deliver it, I own it.

Listen to me, Shams. I know he made a mistake.

But it's not a big deal. We all make mistakes.

But love allows us to get over it.

Especially, if you're sure your lover has changed.

What makes you so sure of that?

What's out there?

-Help! I'm dying! -Calm down.

Let's go. Breathe slowly. You're doing great.

Breathe slowly.

-Nawal, call the hospital. -I'm dying, Doctor.

Let's go. Take her.

Let's go. I'm here with you.

Go. Don't worry.

Don't leave me.

You did this to me.

She's over-reacting.

It's just a birth.

Congratulations, you're pregnant.

I rented you with my money.

I'll get you the check.

I don't want to see you again.

We all make mistakes.

But love allows us to get over it.

Believe me, Shams, when I knew you better,

I realized that I love you.

Bahgat knows nothing about this video.

He wouldn't have agreed to it, after he lost hope for your return.

But we hope you change your mind after you’ve watched it.

He truly loves you and you're all what's on his mind.

He achieved all your plans for the farm. The rabbit hutches and the apiary.

All the money you paid him is in a trust under you name.

Above all, he's still waiting for you.

No worries, Mr. Salama.

You will get the papers in 20 minutes, bye.

-Hussein. -Yes, Doctor.

Take these papers to Mr. Salama at the end of the road, quickly.

The lawyer is waiting for them.

-Now? -When then?

How? That's difficult. Mr. Salama's farm is too far from us.

-And if I-- -Stop.

It's just a pretext to take the car. Here.

-Be quick. -Sure.

Give this to me.

Shams.

Why did you come?

I mean…

Are you ok?

I'm ok, as you see.

Your bump…

It's big.

Can I be of any help?

I left my black pyjamas upstairs. Can I take them?

You rode all this distance with your big bump for your pyjamas?

-Did you lose it or give it away? -Why would I do that?

No, I saw it a few days ago, but I can't seem to find it.

We can look for it together.

Together?

Why did you come?

You could have called me, or texted me.

I wanted to see you.

Why?

Haven’t you offended me enough?

Well, almost.

I'm not joking.

Look, I'm busy now. I'll send the pyjamas when I find them.

Sorry.

What did you say?

Sorry.

Is this an apology "sorry", or are you just feeling sorry?

I'm really sorry.

I accept your apology.

Can you show me what you did on the farm?

-Kiss gave birth. -Really?

Karma was born. Come see her.

You will deliver Karim.

-See Karma. -Oh, God!

Such a beauty!

See how cute.

She kept me by her side for three hours of labour.

You're lucky, Kiss. Bahgat loves you.

Kiss knows how much I adore her.

Who else do you love?

Well…

There was someone, but I don't know if it will work.

I'm sorry, Bahgat.

I know I was awful to you.

I was wrong to do what I did.

I want you to forgive me.

Please.

-What is it? -My water broke.

What? Here?

Ok! Slow down. Easy.

I think I'm in labour.

-What? -I'm giving birth.

-Here? -Yes.

Let's go to your uncle.

-Ok-- Come here! -What? Yeah, ok.

-Come here. I'm giving birth, not you. -Sorry.

Let's go to your uncle. Hussein!

Hussein left with the car.

-I wanna say something. -Tell me.

I love you, Bahgat.

Will you marry me?

I love you too, and I'll marry you.

Come. Let's go up to the house.

Let's go there, and see what we can do.

Haniya!

-Slowly. -We’ll do it in the barn.

That's nasty! The house is right there.

Dr. Maged. Shams is preg-- Shams is in labour!

I can't, Bahgat. It hurts more and more.

Be quick!

-To the hospital or the farm? -The farm.

Is Maged there? Wait!

You'll deliver? You deliver cows, not babies.

What do you know about human delivery?

Keep him inside until a doctor comes.

Where are you going?

I won't help you deliver unless you say, "Please, get us our son".

Come on, it’s easy.

Bahgat, get us our son.

No, I didn't like it.

Bahgat, get us our son.

Sure, apple of my eye.

Haniya, heat some water while I get the bag from the donkey.

What donkey? You ass!

I love you, so that’s allowed. Let me go now!

You're an ass.

Come on honey, cooperate.

Come on, honey. Another push.

It's almost over. Come on.

Come on, mommy! I can't push alone. Let's go.

Come on. Push again. Kiss is much more cooperative than you.

Come on! He's almost there.

Please, just another push. For my sake.

Here he is!

You tired me out. A naughty boy like your mom.

Such a blessing!

Congratulations, honey.

In the name of God.

Take this, Maged.

-Move left. -A bit right.

You know, son, you were almost born in Kiss's house.

Your friend Karma's mom. You play together here.

-Do you hear me, Karim? -Bahgat!

-Why do you shout? What? -Bahgat. It's happening.

Here?

Do you always like doing it in barns? Come on, honey.

-Hold the boy. -I am. You hold on.

Easy, honey. Hold on.

Hussein! Haniya!

Hussein!

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