- What's going on? - Nothing
I've called you many times Why aren't you answering?
I've been busy, just like were busy yesterday
- Are you teasing me? - No
If so, I would have gone out with someone you hate
and told you I can do nothing about it
- Are you jealous? - Jealous? No, of what?
I'm just upset, we talked about it
and I told you I don't like you to be with her
but you're insisting on talking to her
She is not my girlfriend
She and her parents are family friends I can't run away from her
Wait a minute, Are you ashamed of saying you're jealous?
Do you want to hear that I'm jealous and I couldn't sleep all night
thinking about where you went what you did
and if you had a good time?
Yes, I'm jealous!
Are you going to leave me like this?
No, I'm happy that you are jealous
I'll do my best not to make you cry yourself to sleep again
I wasn't crying!
"Episode 24"
- Good morning - You're up!
- Why are you up so early? - I don't sleep much
When I was a kid I had to sleep and wake up on time
I remember the day I left the orphanage, I stayed up all night
Just because I knew no one's going to wake me up
asking me to get up
You're used to get up early but not to sleep early?
I'm not used to your eyes Can I just?
I used to wake up early
to go look for a job or search for a house, or move out of a house
I don't know what a nap is I only hear about it
Fouad?
- Can I ask you a question? - Sure, go ahead
The story you told me about the family who adopted you
- with whom you lived... - It's true
Everything I said is true
Except for the part related to you
I tried to embellish my story though
If I tell you the details you won't believe me
You'll think I'm exaggerating
I don't want to break your heart
Some kids at the orphanage had a worse luck than mine
What happened made me stronger it didn't break me
Even if it did, many things in life break us and make us stronger
You can count on me and we will both be strong
Isn't that what you said?
Do you know what breaks me, Hayat?
What?
The fact that my parents left me
Even the family who adopted me left me
I had no friends no a lover
I feel like I don't deserve to be loved
What do you think?
If you don't like it, we can check out someplace else
I don't know What do you think?
You should be the only one to decide in this
You'll spend a lot of time here You should feel comfortable
This is where you'll cry laugh, collapse
This is where you'll excel at work
So you tell me what do you think?
Honestly, I think it is a bit expensive
Of course it is the neighborhood is high ranked
I'm not saying money isn't important
but don't let it be the first thing you think of
Fady, the financer is saying so?
I thought you would say otherwise
Listen, I'm now Fady your friend
I'm happy to give you my opinion
The other Fady is concerned about papers and figures
He's not even here
Logically, I might get in trouble if I buy it
But if I listen to you and follow my heart this time
I would say I really love it More than anywhere else
This time? Have I ever lied to you?
A little bit
What I like about this place is that it doesn't need a lot of work
Okay, I'll inform them that we want the place
I'll try to negotiate the price a bit
Fady? I really don't know how to thank you
I know how you can
I've just got an invitation by email to a business dinner
crowded with businessmen It's very formal
It's where you should dress up in a suit
laughing and staring at each other for hours
- And sweating - Sweating a lot
You won't let me go there alone, will you?
And you want me to go with you to such dinner?
Yes, so we can comfort each other
I don't know
Press and media usually cover such dinners
Are you sure you want us to go together?
This is the only thing that makes me want to go together
It's not like I want people to know we're dating
I don't want to scare you because we've just started dating
But yes, it's important to me that people see us together
It's something we shouldn't hide
It's not about hiding, it's just... not the right time to announce it
True feelings show involuntarily
It's hard for anyone not to notice from my eyes how I feel about you
I can't hide it
Tissues, what else, Nadine? Help me, please
Same things we buy every week, Alya
Green olives, your father loves green olives
I'm leaving
- What happened? You saw a ghost? - No, I didn't. I lost my appetite
What happened to her?
- What's going on with her? - Nothing
But you know how she gets every week my parents visit
- That's it? - Yes, what else could it be?
I thought something happened between her and Khaled
Honestly, whoever breaks down Alya's walls should be saluted
Khaled may be mean and complicated but they suit each other
- This is Jad, I have to go. Bye - Bye
- Do you want something to drink? - No, thanks
Why do you want to leave early? We just got here
Honestly, I want to clean the house
My parents are coming early in the morning
and I can't rely on Nadine
That's what I like about you
You are a responsible and reliable girl
You're not like the others who can't manage anything
By the way, Khaled
If you don't want to meet my parents tomorrow or if you feel...
Of course I want to
I asked you to introduce me to your parents
I'll make the best out of your friends presence
You won't be shy like you are now
Why? It's a nice song, leave it
Jad, listen to it when you drop me
Now I need you to focus with me
More than that?
We've been shopping for more than an hour, Nadine
Yeah, Alya is sending me the list of missing stuff
What? We still need more?
I thought your dad is coming over or is it the Pope?
- Jad - Stop it
So... what are you doing tomorrow night?
As usual, nothing much
Aren't you busy with them?
Yes, but I thought you... may come and have dinner with us
or have coffee with them
Mirna is coming, Rola, and Khaled Everyone else will be there
You can come if you want
If you don't, it's okay Don't feel pressured or obliged
You know what? I can make it for half an hour
- Really? - Yes, only for half an hour
Okay, half an hour then
- Can I turn the music back on now? - Yes
Thank you
Rola
- Thank you - For what?
Because you gave me a reason to live
Em Youssef, what do you want to drink?
- Whatever you want - No, we said I choose the food
and you choose the drinks
- She used to love Jellab - No way, Amin
- Do you still remember? - Of course
Wherever we went you always ordered Jellab
They should have offered Jellab at the wedding, too
Do you want minted lemonade? I stopped drinking sugary drinks
- As you wish - Okay, I'll have the same drink
Please!
3 minted lemonade, please We'll order the food later on
Hello, I'm so sorry for being late
Welcome
Don't worry, we've just ordered See what you want
No, thank you. I had dinner
- Did you go with Fady to the bank? - Yes uncle, pray for me
- You too pray for me - I will
even though I still don't know what you're doing
Every time she starts explaining we change the subject
- I can't focus anymore - Don't say that
Honestly, I don't know what I'm doing I don't understand
- I'm blessed to have Fady... - It's not the time for this
Mirna, I wanted to talk to you about work if I may
Let's arrange a meeting you, me and Dana, when you're free
Oh, I don't know, I will get back to you tomorrow
- No problem - Your mobile is ringing
Excuse me
Hello Mira Yes, sweetheart?
- What do you want, Nouhad? - Ladies room
- Over there, on the right - Thanks. Excuse me
Don't look at me like that and don't worry
He told me about his mother He wanted someone to talk to
Since we've known each other for a long time
and since I know and others don't
Believe me, we are just friends Nothing more
- Are you sure? - Positive
Watch out, he's going through a hard time
And most importantly, do not let him settle his problem on your expenses
I didn't ask you, how's your wife?
She's fine
She's the best
- You? Why you're up now? - What?
I mean, you woke up late Don't you have work today?
We thought you're already gone
Is he here?
Honey, we don't want troubles
He'll just drink coffee and leave
Did he come to visit or did she invite him?
Don't bother yourself with this Take a shower, Jado. Please
Aren't we over this bullshit, Jado?
Isn't she going to understand?
What do you want me to say? Better nothing
You either greet him, or stay in your room, okay?
I already woke up with high blood pressure
I can't stand between you and your mother
I told you and you do whatever you want
- How are you doing? - I'm fine
- Good morning - Good morning
- Did you oversleep, darling? - I have a late shift today
- I'm lucky I saw you today - Great, you are welcome
Thank you
I heard the good news
Your mom told me that you've started working to your friends at Dentelle
With, with my friend
With your friend, to you friends'
It doesn't matter What matters is that you're happy
- Tell me, are you happy? Great - Yes, great
How long are you staying in Beirut?
Well, I haven't decided yet
But I've been here for a week
I want to stay longer with you The last trip drained me
Maybe because you're getting old
Jad!
What? Doesn't he know that he's getting old?
It's true he is childish
but you know you're getting old, don't you?
Jad, it's important that you stay young at heart
If it's about the heart you're still a kid
- Stop it, Jad! - For God's sake, mother
What are you expecting from him?
He left us for years and now he visits us every two months
Are you expecting him to change?
Look at him He won't change and never will
His behavior is the same His troubles are the same
Do you know what's your problem?
Your problem is that you've been raised by two women
Yes, because the man was too busy
He was busy traveling, losing money and dating woman younger than me
Hey, what's wrong with women? With being raised by women?
They replaced the man of the house and raised him well
They didn't follow their instincts and left their house and son
Yes, take advantage of this now
You are my sister Why are you doing this to me?
Because of you, brother and how you treat them
You live abroad and when you come to visit for a month
Please, let your visit be problems free
Oh, you don't want me to visit you?
Anyway, I won't visit you anymore
You can't talk to your father this way!
No, mother. You can't underestimate us in front of him
He doesn't want us. He never did and will never do
You have to understand that Enough is enough
Don't humiliate us and humiliate yourself in front of him
Our neighbors know me better than he does
I only have his name
I would've changed it long time ago if I could
He is right, and you know that
This man is my biological brother He's a bad man
If my mother saw what he did to you, she would deny him
Wake up He's hopeless
- Good morning - Good morning
I can't stay long. I have an important meeting and I have to leave
Don't worry, it won't take long
Thanks for coming as soon as I asked
- What you would like to drink? - Nothing, thanks
Where is Yara?
She's not here, we can talk quietly
Behind her back?
It seems what happens in this house stays in this house
What do you mean?
My father, may he rest in peace took loans from the bank and told no one
And now you are asking me to talk about the bride behind her back
Isn't it what you want to talk about?
I understand that you're worried about sister
Yara isn't a little girl and the guy is a good match
- How so? - He's perfect
His age, his family, his position, and his diploma is perfect
Give me one reason to reject him
I haven't rejected him
You don't even want to meet the guy
Maybe because I'm the last one to know, as usual
Youssef, you chose to be the last one to know
about what's happening here
I'm not defending Mounir may he rest in peace
but what did you want him to do after you left us for years?
You didn't want to know anything about us
What about when I was living with you?
- What do you mean? - You knew, right?
- Knew what exactly? - About Mirna's engagement
You knew?
Since Yara helped with the plan then I'm sure you knew
We were trying to protect you
- You were young, we wanted to... - Thank you so much
You decided, acted and done everything on my behalf
Do you know that I knew as soon as I came back from America?
Back then, I thought about talking to you and Yara
Then I asked myself, why?
It's my right, and its Mirna's right after all those years
because of the lies my parents told me
The closest person to me lied to me
It's my right to fight them to blame them
To ask why? What's the reason?
Because she wasn't suitable for you not then and not now
And here you are, after you came back you chose your cousin
Even though she was right in front of you
Maybe we couldn't get over the damage you caused
Couldn't this be it?
You chose Mira and you're happy
Why are you blaming me now?
Why are you talking about this now?
Because I've been thinking why you played me?
Why you lied to me again I'm dying to find one real reason
You, yourself, how did you get involved in this diabolic scheme?
Of course you know what I mean
Unless there's a third lie I don't know about
- Youssef... - Do you have a convincing argument?
I beg you
Tell me that he was forced to do what he did
Tell me you didn't know when you used to see me cry
in front of her picture thinking she was dead
Youssef...
- What? - Everything your father did...
Everything your father did was...
He was worried about me
He wrote me a stupid letter with this shit
But I can't understand
You knew and kept this secret from me for all those years
Why didn't you stop him?
Aren't you a mother? Don't you have a child?
If I could ever forgive you for what you did to me and Mirna
I will never forgive you
for depriving me of my mother while she's alive
I will never forgive you!
You'll hurt your neck sitting like this When did you come?
An hour ago, but I'm leaving in a bit
- When is your meeting? - Not before 2 hours
What's the matter?
- Honestly? - You've always been honest
- Is it a good or a bad thing? - Honestly? It is great
At least, you're straightforward
I'm surprised
Why?
When I stepped in, I was lost between Fady who works with you
and Fady who saw your neck aching and couldn't see you hurting
It's a matter of days and my workshop will be ready
- and I'll be out of here - I didn't mean that
I know
But you don't want people to know that we're together
and you don't like to mix business and personal life, right?
Let's not make people know and let me ask, how are we?
Good
Really? Because I miss us together
Excuse me, It's home
Hello, I'm good. How are you?
What's wrong with your voice?
I'll meet you in an hour and we'll talk
- Where have you been? - Adam's operation in 2 days
I'm preoccupied and can't think straight I've been busy taking care of him
He'll get better, sweetheart This nightmare is almost over
God knows how much you're suffering
He won't leave you, don't worry
Where are Alya and Mrs. Hayat?
I don't know, Alya was here Mrs. Hayat isn't coming
She isn't coming? Weird
Listen, I have a meeting with Dana and Youssef
Don't forget we are going tonight to Nadine and Alya's
And when we finish you will sleep over at my place
until their parents go back to the mountain
- I don't want to bother you - Bother me? You crazy
I'm happy to chat with you all night long
- Okay then, let me go - Okay
So, What do you think?
Honestly, I don't know
I'm really happy that you've offered this collaboration
- but... - But?
Not for my first collection
I think this collaboration may be positive for both of us
People are waiting for your next step after your show
And if you collaborate with Dentelle
especially after our big success that you were part of it
I think it'll help cement your name and designs, right?
I got it, but I wanted my first collection to have my name
- not the name of another brand - Brand?
Mirna, you know very well that in a few months
there will be a new season and a new name
Don't be fooled by the idea of your instant success
The success of TV shows is temporarily, it doesn't last
You're right, instant success vanishes
But a smart person learns from their mistakes
and learns how to maintain success
I guess I'm smart enough
otherwise I wouldn't be here doing this meeting
to collaborate together
By the way, Dentelle is the perfect example
Don't you think?
Well said
I hope your work is as perfect as your words
I'm late for work. I got to go
I'm leaving, too
I apologize for the last sentence I wasn't aiming at Dentelle
I just wanted to annoy her
Not at all. Don't apologize
When I heard you talking like that I wanted to hug you
By the way, you didn't say anything wrong
I expected that you'll turn down the offer, even if it's suitable
Even if it's irritating I can't blame you
What was the matter when you called me?
Nothing important, don't worry
Well, I came by for this not for the meeting
We had a deal when we were talking about your mother
that we are friends, and friends do not lie to each other
- And they don't keep secrets? - They don't keep secrets
Rima and I talked
More precisely I talked to Rima
I was tough, harsh
I didn't give her a chance to defend herself
It's okay
You're shocked and needed to vent
You'll talk again and she'll get her chance
But don't you ever forget she was your second mother
While I didn't need a second mother
Sometimes, I wish she never knew about this like me
I would have said she's wronged
But the problem was that she knew and she kept it from me
She knew what they did to us and also kept it a secret
I don't know I'm still in shock
Take your time and you'll process all that
What's important now is that you bond with your mother
Don't hold grudges and forgive who hurt you
I know that you can do it because you don't know how to hate
You are right
This is what I'm afraid of To hate everyone
- How do you know? - I know you by heart
What's going on with you, Rola?
I wasn't pressuring you to see you, I didn't want to annoy you
I'm here because you asked me to come
Tell me, what is it? Have you changed your mind?
No, I haven't changed my mind
I asked you to come here to talk
I'm confused. I don't know if it's because of Adam's operation
or something else, I don't know
All I know is that I can't be with him like I used to be
It is normal
We someone we care about has to undergo a major surgery
we feel the same
But this is not a relative He's my husband
My husband who I totally forget when I'm with you
I'm scared, I'm afraid that God punishes me
and something bad happens during the surgery
I have nothing to say
No matter what I say I'll condemn our relationship
as if I'm the devil
While...
this relationship makes me feel like a human being
with a soul, and not a devil
This emotional connection won't makes us innocent
- It depends - What do you mean?
I mean... If you feel that our relationship is a sin, then it is a sin
- Isn't it? - We never thought we'll get here
Why aren't you answering me? Why are you avoiding the question?
Don't you have anything to say?
Or your words might hurt me?
I just don't know what changed
Who knows then?
Adam will be discharged in a few days
We will rent a house and live together
What should I tell him?
I'm going to work in the afternoon
while I'll be with you and sleep with you
and when I finish, I go back to sleep next to him?
I don't have a good reason I have nothing to say
I don't have a valid explanation for this
I don't know what's happening between us
What happened? How did we get here?
I hope that I die
I'm avoiding visiting Adam at the hospital
so I don't look in his eyes and ask for his forgiveness
I'm not a bad woman
I can't live with the guilt
Don't make me come here anymore
I don't want to see you anymore
I don't want to feel weak...
- Good evening, honey - Good evening
- Did you eat? - No, I'm not hungry
- Do you want to eat? - No, I ate
I couldn't wait for you
I'm always hungry I should go to the gym
I won't fit my clothes anymore
- How was your day, sweetheart? - It was good
Hectic
Yara is still insisting on marrying that guy, Louay
Louay is sweet and nice Where's the problem?
Yes, he is and his family is good, too
But they don't know each other well
Besides, the guy lives abroad
When they'll get married he'll take her with him
He's in Africa, Nigeria or South Africa I forgot
Do you think Yara can live there?
If she loves him, she would go anywhere with him
I was ready to go with you wherever you wanted
Let's suppose she loves him that much
she'll take it for a year, two year, or three, and then what?
She can't lie to herself
You think you can travel with me anywhere
but you can't go to a place you know nothing about
Love, I like a successful man
During Dentelle's crisis I was sure you'll figure it out
Ask Dana and dad I always told them, I trusted you
By the way, did Dana talk to you?
Did you fight again?
No, not that
There was a misunderstanding between her and Mirna
Mirna turned down our offer
Really? That's bad but there's a silver lining
You are telling me everything
- I'll change my clothes - Okay
Finally, you're here Nadine has called several times
She doesn't want Jad to arrive before we do
Why didn't you answer my calls?
Rola? What's wrong?
What happened?
- What happened? - What is wrong with her?
I don't get it Mirna also doesn't know
She had a meltdown Surely because of the surgery
Mirna can't leave her and come over
Poor thing! I hope everything will get better
What are we going to do now?
What do you mean? Don't stress me out
Honey, what are we going to do with that guy being questioned?
And the other one who's on the way?
By the way, Jad accepted the invitation only because everyone else was coming
At least Jad will find Khaled here
Khaled arrived and sat with your parents alone, poor thing
He'll think we left him to get questioned
Call Jad and see where he is
Listen, call Saed and invite him over
so your parents won't annoy the guys
- No - Why not?
Because I said so
It's weird you haven't invited him
- You know what? I'll call him - Nadine, stop it
What's wrong with you?
Think about it!
Khaled, Jad and Saed meeting your parents in one night
Are you nuts? Introducing guys to them?
The day your parents decide to come over, the house is girls free
and full of men
Why isn't he answering? His phone is switched off
- What's wrong? - How are you?
I'm good, working
What are you doing here?
Listen, I promised myself not to talk about this anymore
But I thought there are some things you should know
- Really? Know what exactly? - Khaled!
Saed, please let me assure you
I know you're concerned that Khaled might be playing me
and taking advantage of me
and all these stupid things your thinking of...
- No, I'm not - Yes, you are
Let me assure you that Khaled met my parents
and he'll ask them for my hand
He's true in his intentions
I think this is the greatest proof of good intentions
Just so you know he's doing this to play you
Why? For what?
Why you don't want me to be happy? I don't understand!
If your relationship was a failure why do you want me to be like you?
- Me? - Yes, you!
When you were in love with her and following her constantly
I talked to you very carefully
I was worried about you
I didn't want you to be annoyed or hurt
even though you weren't feeling...
Anyway, Saed...
I cherish you a lot and will always do
But if you can't accept that Khaled is part of my life now
then you're getting me out of your life
And this is the last time I accept talking about this
- Do as you deem fit - Thank you
I don't want to annoy or hurt you
But I won't accept to stay silent
or see you suffer
I want to have a clear conscience
I wish you happiness
- I know you are upset - Upset? Upset?
Angry? Irritated?
I can explain but you are right
Really? I know I'm right No need to tell me
I'm calm now and not angry
Upset?
You're running late so I took the liberty to order