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EPISODE 2 - EMBARRASSMENT TO MY FATHER

- Peace be upon you. - And you.

What's wrong? Are you lost?

No, I just need to meet the lawyer.

- Do you have an appointment? - He knows me, he'll remember me.

No, he's not here.

Then whose car is that in the basement? My mom's?

- He just got here, he's exhausted. - Exhausted?

Sir, we're all tired.

That's enough, go see the doctor.

Alright, I'll see you inside.

No entry, sir!

Leave, please.

Alright.

- I have a complaint! - What people!

I'm fed up! Thank God I came before you left!

- Not me. - I'm exhausted.

- Not me. - I'm being treated unfairly.

- What is this? - I'm helpless

- I need your help. - What do you want?

I want to file a complaint!

You came here just to insult Professor Rustom, the lawyer.

- No. - You're disrespecting, Rustom.

- I didn't! - Do you know who Mr. Rustom Rustom is?

- What did I do? - He's "Rustom" twice.

What's going on? Why are you screaming? What's wrong with Rustom?

Look! Trouble always finds us!

- I didn't bring trouble! - You did!

I'm just telling him that I have a complaint, I'm tired!

I want to file my complaint.

Did you hear that?

You can't say that here, sir!

- Where can I file my complaint? - In the street!

- In the street? - Yes, in the street!

Come here Mr. Rustom is extremely exhausted.

Hello.

- How did you get in here? - I got in thanks to my deeds.

Isn't this paradise?

- Paradise? - The paradise of law!

And you're the angel who will help me.

I don't know what that bull is doing outside!

I haven't seen any livestock.

Maybe it wandered into some field he'll come back to you.

Your money is well-earned.

Don't you remember me?

You're the one whose brother will die in prison.

I forgot about that.

It's something that can easily be forgotten, just a simple matter.

A human life doesn't matter to you.

Who's knocking on the door?

See? I told you your money is well-earned!

The bull is back. You should sacrifice a sheep.

Can we save this young man who's about to die?

Honestly, it's difficult.

Oh, I forgot too, wait.

- Is that 50 pounds? - What? Wait, here you go.

It's about 50 pounds.

Don't shortchange yourself it might be more.

Out of mercy I'll help you take him to the hospital.

But I have nothing to do with the original case.

What matters is that he lives.

- Hello, I'm Aziza. - Aziza to whom?

- Mr. Abdul Aziz. - What do you mean?

- No, that's not what I meant. - What do you mean?

Speak before I strangle you!

I'll tell you! Mr. Abdul Aziz was a friend of the late Mr. Yehya

I'm the wife of the late Mr. Yehya this is my son, Zaqzouq

Abdul Aziz apologized and begged for forgiveness.

May God bless Mr. Abdul Aziz.

He took pity on us and said he'd speak to the landlord to rent us a room here.

Yes, he told me.

- Please, come in. - Thank you.

Oh, God, protect us.

Why are you announcing?

There's no one else in the house I opened the door.

- Are you trying to act all manly? - Mom, she hates me.

- Let's leave. - Stop it.

I thought Mr. Yehya's wife would be an old woman like him.

And that his son would be a baby in diapers.

Diapers? No, I'm not wearing one

I don't wear them outside because of the bad smells.

- Come on, Mom, I'll find us a home. - That's enough, son!

I swear! I swear I loved you from the moment I saw you.

When I saw you both, I felt afraid.

- Why? May God save us. - May God keep evil away.

Brother Abdul Aziz and his eldest son were shot and he was imprisoned.

- Oh, my God! - You have brought goodness.

Mom, we left our home and we were deeply embarrassed because of you.

- Let's go. - Where will you go, boy?

Where will you go? You fat boy!

Abdul Aziz will kill me!

It's great to have you here! It's so great!

Come on, Mom! Let's go! She hates us, Mom!

Tell me.

He'll go to the hospital for treatment then they'll send him back.

- So, he will live, but go to prison? - Yes.

What generosity from God! Praise be to God!

Thank you, sir! I hope you live and get imprisoned!

Thank you so much! Thank you so much!

After he receives treatment...

how will you get him?

Get him out?

I never get involved in political cases.

What about the cotton merchant's son? His case is like my brother's.

Are you comparing yourself to Mr. Asaad?

He's from the elite, he has connections and most importantly...

he paid me in advance

- I'm a client just like him. - Well, I charge 700 pounds.

- How much? - See? You're not exactly like him.

Can't we adjust the fee?

Give me a discount of 670 pounds and I'll pay the rest in two installments.

Do you know why they call me "El Nos"?

Because when I work with someone I never let them start until I pay half.

Jokes aside, this money isn't all for me.

I use most of it for gifts.

To get the case to court and to ensure we can visit him later.

- But what matters... - What matters is that...

you bring the money then we can talk.

Alright, sir. That's what you're entitled to.

Oh, my God! I'm sorry, I'm sorry.

It looks like it's gotten bigger. Much bigger!

Please, sir, go ahead.

Peace be upon you.

He is so strange.

Thank you, Zeinab.

Olwi must come to Cairo just so we can taste these dishes.

- Welcome, Olwi. - Thank you, Mr. Hammam.

I heard you helped arrest saboteurs on your first day in the capital.

That's very good for your record.

From the first time I saw you,

I knew you'd make a name for yourself in the police force.

How's your new home? Are you comfortable?

Good, everything is fine, Mr. Hammam.

Why are you calling me Mr. Hammam?

I'm your uncle here.

Formal titles are necessary in public.

But here, I'm your uncle.

Father, you have to help him.

Ask them to ease his workload.

We don't have time to go out or plan the wedding.

Please, Zeinab, I want to keep work separate from family matters

I was just transferred.

Listen, Olwi, this is your new life.

You must rid yourself of any old flaws.

We want to forget the past, agreed?

You'll be watched more closely here than in Upper Egypt.

You need to be mindful of your actions and your new position.

Isn't that right, Zeinab?

There are some wonderful places we should visit.

Decide where you'd like to go.

The driver will take you.

You can go to Montormoli.

Or Salon Fair, as you wish.

There's no need for that, Uncle. My salary is supposed to...

What about your salary?

You can barely buy cigarettes with your salary.

Find out what Zeinab wants and I'll pay.

Wedad!

What?

You're taking your things and leaving?

You're not going to say goodbye? Or any kind words?

I'm late for Miss Doria I don't have time to talk, brother.

Brother? Are we siblings through nursing?

We'll talk later. I don't want to be late!

Wait, wait a moment

I don't know what to do you're attacking me so harshly.

- What do you want? - Anything that carries your scent.

My smell is bad.

- My sweat is like broth. - No.

Your sweat smells like musk

and your broth smells like free-range chicken.

Free-range chicken!

Free-range chicken?

Will you panic like this every time I scare you, Darwish?

Free-range chicken, you sensitive man? What do you mean by that?

Who would think that's flirting?

You've lowered your worth and are chasing after that girl?

I don't understand what's wrong with women, El Nos.

A handsome man like me with a kind heart

and she tells me "My sweat smells a lot like broth"?

- She told you broth? - Yes.

That's good, the word "broth" comes from the word "vision".

Do you understand? She's telling you she wants you to see her.

She's trying to get away from you, fool.

She's getting rid of me?

No, she's not getting rid of you she just doesn't respect you.

You little... Alright, Wedad.

But the most important thing is what happened with the lawyer.

Did you see him?

- I went to see him. - What did you do?

Prepare the hookah so I can tell you.

I sympathize with you, Lady Aisha.

I hope we receive some news so that you and Mr. Abdul Aziz can be reassured.

If you need anything I am at your service, Lady Aisha.

If he had told me I'd have done something immediately.

Who wishes us harm, O God?

The boy was shot and imprisoned within a single day?

Where are you, Abdul Aziz?

Oh, my goodness!

What? Seven...

Don't stutter, Darwish Yes, 700 pounds, as you heard.

That's a huge amount!

So...

Where will you get this amount from, El Nos?

Don't close your eyes and say "El Nos" to me like that.

- I'm worried about you. - No, don't worry about me.

Listen to your brother.

We'll pull off some tricks.

And we'll get the money.

Do you know how many wallets I'd have to steal and anger God for?

Just to get that amount? Even ten years wouldn't be enough.

The young man will have enough time to gain control over them.

Pickpocketing is not the solution to this problem.

That's the work of rats.

You'll always be living in fear.

You take the piece and run back to the hole.

You fear that the next piece might be a trap.

You fear that a big shoe might come and crush you.

We need to be like the King of Cotton.

The man with the big belly.

Not like the rat.

He fears nothing.

- We need to be cats. - What kind of crazy talk is this?

Did I give you an empty hookah? Or did I give you my special hookah?

His son can hit whoever he wants and no one can do anything.

If you go near that boy his father will scratch you.

Not only that, but you'll have to go to his dad to buy cotton for your scratches.

That boy!

Speaking of the boy.

Didn't we catch a man yesterday who seemed to be a gentleman?

He was walking with an elegant lady.

Turns out he was a skilled thief!

He drinks and goes out every day with a different woman.

Turns out he scammed half the women in the area.

And stole their jewelry.

- Women? - Not just any women.

Only housewives.

He's selective.

He picks one of these women, El Nos.

She looks elegant and wears jewelry. He takes her, pampers her.

And steals whatever he can.

What? What's happening in this world?

And of course...

If she tries to file a complaint he'll expose her.

- Did someone tell you this? - You're saying she's married

so she's a good wife...

and there's someone she fears will find out what she did.

Are you going to make me refill the hookah?

Are those new clothes?

- Why? - I want to take a look.

I need a fancy suit to meet the lawyer.

You were just with him.

Why are you going to see him dressed up like this?

What, Darwish?

I was talking about rats and cats! Do I need to repeat myself?

- Didn't I talk about cats? - You did.

Yes! I must act like a gentleman

so he knows the troubles and gives me the wholesale price! Got it?

You can't take that suit, El Nos.

That's the lead actor's suit. Pick another one.

It's fine, don't worry I'll take good care of it.

Nos! Don't hurt me.

Why not? Why? I have the chance to hurt you.

You'd hurt your friend?

I told you I'd be back in an hour calm down!

No, they need to move the seats in this direction.

What?

The view from here is much better than over there.

Watch in silence.

Watching is easy, but silence...

How do I do that? It's very difficult.

Is that why you like what you see?

The Pasha likes it.

And I'm just a Bey. Imagine that.

Bey?

Is that a nickname or an official title?

Official title.

My official name is Hishmat Bey.

And what is your name?

- Mounira. - Mounira?

Is that your real name or do we need to negotiate for it?

How funny of you, Bey.

What a fool.

- Who? - Your husband.

The one who lets you go out alone.

I'm sure he's eagerly waiting for you.

Please, I don't want to talk about him.

Then talk about me.

No, I don't know you enough to talk.

You'll get to know me.

You won't lose anything.

We'll see.

Let me pass, I'm already very late.

- What's the matter? - My husband insisted I don't be late.

Especially when he's not around.

- He's away too? - Yes.

So we're not allowed to talk about him when he's away?

Let's leave it be, he has to work.

He traveled and made me promise not to be late.

And I like to do what he says.

Everything he says?

Step aside.

You didn't do everything he says.

Where did all these misfortunes come from?

The boy was shot and jailed Abdul Aziz left and hasn't returned.

That's a lot of bad news.

Too much!

Zaqzouq! Wake up, boy!

- What is it, mother? - Go find Abdul Aziz

- and don't come back without him. - Mother...

give me a chance to grieve for my father.

Is this how you grieve, you sad man? That man is in trouble!

Go instead of sitting here like the women.

What are you saying, mother?

I'll search for him all over Egypt and won't return without him.

Please, come in.

"My father forbade me To go to the cinema"

Oh my! Your house is beautiful and full of antiques.

You have exquisite taste.

- Please. - I'm just looking.

Who's this? Do you have a child?

No, this is Mandouh.

Oh, Mandouh.

Is he staying here?

Why doesn't he go answer the call?

No, that's not funny.

You're usually funnier than that

I swear I used to be better but I'm a little nervous.

Was this diamond made abroad?

- Stop, don't do that in front of Mandouh. - Right.

Take off your clothes and give them to Mandouh.

No, not in front of Mandouh

I won't take off my clothes I'm comfortable in this suit.

- You can get comfortable. - So you can be comfortable.

I'm comfortable. We'll enjoy ourselves and talk.

So you can be very comfortable.

Oh my! I'm very, very comfortable.

No, no, I don't like it this way.

Alright, alright.

I'll do whatever you want.

You're a little strange and it's cold.

But if that's your taste, so be it.

What do you think? Do you like this?

Of course.

Alright.

You made me wear this.

Don't you want to be comfortable too?

- Is that all you want? - Yes.

How bold of you!

You removed the lace veil!

Don't you want a drink?

No, I'd rather save drinking for the end.

- The end? - The end.

- Mounira! - What's wrong?

- Mounira! - This is my husband, Mr. Antar.

- What do you mean, your husband Antar? - My husband! I respect him.

Why don't you respect his schedule?

You said he won't be back for a week.

- But that's what happened! Listen! - Oh, my God.

- What? What? What? - Come, come!

- Go downstairs quickly! - What about these clothes?

I'll send your clothes with Mandouh!

- Okay, how did we end up here? - Go, I don't know.

Go, go!

- What terrible luck! What terrible luck! - Hurry! Quickly!

You look quite weird wearing this, sir.

I mean, don't you feel somewhat cold?

Yes, I do.

They didn't give me a hat like you.

Did you see the promos for the new product?

Yes, I did.

Why does no one ever encourage me?

Disregarding competencies is the ailment our society.

So, when you find it being...

- We're talking nonsense, right? - I'm talking nonsense, yes.

This is beyond embarrassing.

What are you talking about?

As far as I remember the last time I was in this state

was when I got circumcised.

Was it not long ago?

I think we should drop it.

Let's drop it because this is really embarrassing.

You're waiting for your clothes?

- I've been here since yesterday. - You're lying.

From the look of you, it seems you've been here at least two weeks.

Just so you know this isn't like me at all.

- Marriage took it's toll on me... - That's it!

You've nailed it. Marriage is wearing me out.

And I had to get married to this grumpy woman.

She lives to ruin my life.

- She stirs up trouble... - We're still embarrassed, right?

- How do you know that? - Because we're talking about marriage.

Any man who complains about his marriage is nonsense

I was lying.

- My wife is a great woman. - Mine is the queen of all, I swear.

- I remember my wedding night was... - I believe we should drop it.

Let's drop it. Being embarrassed is better.

Because we'll just start rambling.

- This isn't like me at all. - We've already established that.

You've already mentioned it.

What brought you here?

How should I tell you? It's a weird story.

I need some money to bail my brother out of jail.

I started cutting back on expenses.

This is how I got here.

You beat around the bush just to justify why you're here.

But it's creative I like your imagination.

But I swear, this isn't like me at all.

The man before you is the unluckiest you'll ever meet.

Because the day luck smiled and another woman flirted with me...

- I found myself in this robe. - Oh my God!

- But this isn't like me at all... - I'm dying to know how you really are.

- Here you go. - Great!

- What about me, Mandouh? - Wait.

In the name of God.

Yes, this is it.

So this is what you've been praising non-stop?

You could've just left with the short robe you're wearing now.

Anyway.

It was nice and somewhat embarrassing to meet you

I hope it never happens again.

The pleasure's all mine and I hope we never have to meet again.

Even if by chance.

Listen, if you ever need anything pray, vow, even cry under the sheets

but don't you ever think of me promise me

I need you to be certain of one thing.

- That this isn't like me at all. - Got it.

And that I go from place to place and know a lot of people.

So I hope I don't run into you anywhere.

- I'm very miserable. - I'm even more miserable.

- Now get out of my face. - After you.

After you.

- Do you need anything? - God bless you.

Drop me off here, please.

You lowlife.

But I like her.

Tell you what.

Do you know why they call me El Nos?

Because if someone gives me a ride and I like them, I don't pay them.

But half of a robe.

You deserve it.

- Not before I get a kiss. - Deal.

Give it to me.

Did he come back today?

Not only he came back, Costa sent you a letter.

You'll read it to me, right?

Speaking of, how did my grandmother marry someone rich?

No! His real name is Mohammed Costa.

He used to work with a Greek grocer named Costa.

That's how he got the name.

So when the grocer had to travel he decided to take him too.

Your grandpa refused to leave your grandma, Fatma.

So he took her with him.

- Seems like he used to love her a lot. - She used to say they were soulmates

- I want to see them. - Not yet.

We still need a lot of money.

They're in Greece.

It's very far, across the ocean.

Anyway.

Most importantly...

don't utter a word to anyone even in your sleep.

- Understood? Good. - Understood.

Now, stay on the lookout.

Go.

I'm done.

Enough already, enough!

What are you doing?

This leftover liquor won't do you any good, Darwish.

What do you know?

This is what makes me stronger.

This leftover liquor you're talking about is what keeps me going.

Now tell me.

- Did the lawyer give you a good price? - Oh, he did.

More than I can imagine.

So much, that I lost my balance.

Seems like you haven't had any luck.

No, honestly, I didn't.

Her husband came.

- Who's husband? - My mother's

I have an omen of a stepfather who turns to be wherever I go.

That's weird, you didn't mention it to me.

- Weren't you going to the lawyer? - Yes, I was

I'm going just now, darwish

I thought you returned.

No, you've completely lost it.

Go, get me my clothes I'll look like I just came back from work.

What?

- Did you sell them? - No!

- How can you say something like that? - Where are my clothes?

- I rented them. - You rented my clothes?

They were needed in a part so I rented them.

My clothes will act and not you?

I came all the way here to give you back this suit and you rented my clothes?

Fine, I'm leaving with the suit, Darwish.

- No, you can't do that, please. - Get your hands off the suit.

This is the main character's suit

- I'll end up in a really bad place. - Worse than here? Where? In a sewer?

What should I do now? Get me anything to wear.

Okay, okay.

All that I have here, Nos, is needed for the play tonight.

- Tell you what... - What?

I have a Scottish attire.

It's off the hook.

It will fit you.

A Scottish attire?

Talk about Fancy!

Anything wrong?

Oh my God!

- What is it? - What are you wearing, boss?

Who did this to you?

- You have men behind your back, come! - Quit it with this men nonsense.

Don't make a scene.

More than with what you're wearing, boss?

Come on, shame on me if I stay silent.

As if you aren't already drowning in shame.

What are you doing here this late?

The women asked me to look for you. They were worried you got kidnapped.

So you had enough time to sit and talk about me?

Nice.

Boss, on my way, I was so worried something happened to you.

But, I never thought seeing you like this.

Imagine them seeing you like this.

- What will they say about me? - They will see me.

What does it have to do with you?

Why do you think you matter?

- Show me who did this, I'm dying to... - Get your hand off of me.

What do you know? This...

This is a fancy Scottish attire.

- Scottish? - Yes, as in Indian royal attire.

- Royal? - Yes, royal

and they wear it during summer and waterfall season.

He who wears this attire must have the confidence of royals.

Darwish, you lowlife.

- Do you have the confidence of royals? - Sure, I have the confidence of 3 kings.

I'm sorry to say, boss, but it doesn't suit you

- and it's short. - How is it your business?

Are you married to me? Are you jealous?

You should feel the really soft fabric.

With the open splits everywhere, Zaqzouq.

You can feel the wind blowing.

Who am I even talking to?

- You don't understand a word I'm saying. - No, I do, boss.

Give me the confidence of the kings you mentioned.

You know nothing about what I talked about, go learn something useful.

I...

- I'm in, boss. - What do you want?

I'm ready.

- Ready for what? - To learn something useful.

Deal.

- After you, king. - Mrs. Aisha.

Mrs. Aisha.

Thank God you're safe.

I was worried sick about you.

- You got us really worried. - I was running some errands.

What is this? What are you wearing?

I asked him too, I don't know what's gotten into him wearing short skirts.

Mom, this is a fancy Scottish attire as in Indian royal attire.

You should feel the soft fabric

and the open splits you can feel the wind blowing.

What are you saying, boy? Don't you have no shame?

You're telling your mother weird things while wearing weird attire.

How can you ever understand what I'm talking about, Mother?

Goodnight, I'm going to change my clothes because they stink.

- Tell us what happened! - Us?

Tell me!

I'll go inside with him and he'll tell me because I'm his wife.

Oh my God.

- Abdul Aziz, I need to talk to you. - Tell me, Aziza

I'm thinking about looking for a job tomorrow.

You have enough on your plate and I'm in debt to you.

Don't say that, Aziza.

- You're insulting me. - Get a rest, she's insulting me this way.

I'm sorry.

I would never think of insulting you.

Tell you what.

Take Zaqzouq here and let him work with you in the business.

- What business? Oh, the station. - The business.

We'll see about that.

Let me rest for now because I had a long day

and we'll talk about it tomorrow.

- Goodnight! - Take him with you.

Let him earn his bread.

Earn his bread?

- He needs to feed on a lot for that. - A lot.

- Very well, boss. - Your uncle is kidding.

- No, he is not. - Yes, I am, Aisha.

Yes, I'm in the mood for that.

Excuse me, I'll go inside to joke around. We're a family who loves to joke around.

Wait for me, Abdo, my husband.

My father forbade me To go to the cinema

Where can I meet you then?

- I'm happy to have you, Mr. Fathi. - I'm happy to be here, Mr. Mitwali.

I can honestly say that this Rasmiya you have is a heartbreaker.

Have you lost your mind?

Rasmiya is like my sister.

What stops me from having her?

Your money, my friend.

My sister isn't cheap.

And she's worth every penny.

Give me your hand. Here you go, take these.

And these too.

And these too.

- Do we have an agreement? - What agreement?

Am I selling birds?

Yes, they're like birds.

My father forbade me To go to the cinema

Where can I meet you then?

Damn you.

- What are you doing in my bedroom? - Good morning.

What's good in this bedroom with these pink sheets?

What's this? Just because I said good morning?

What do you want?

- Let's go, boss. - Go where?

Let's go to work.

Okay.

- Go to sleep and I'll take you tomorrow. - Forget about tomorrow, I'm ready

I'm ready to go to work today.

Let's go to work, come on.

- God have mercy. - Come on.

Okay, if you touch me again, I'll cut your hand off.

You'll stay behind me because I don't want to see you.

Go!

What now, boss? We've been walking forever

I'll be late for work.

Late? Who do you think you are?

Since it's my first day I don't want to leave a bad impression.

Zaqzouq, you yourself are a bad impression.

But, there's an impression so let's keep it clean.

You have no idea what this business is really about, it's not what you think.

The idea of selling tickets it devaluates men.

How can I look in my wife's eyes?

It didn't work?

It's honestly boring saying "tickets" all day long.

- Say "tickets" - Tickets, tickets, tickets.

- That's it. - Tickets, tickets, tickets.

- Can you believe it? Yes I did. - You got bored

I got bored from looking at you, look...

Go play with these kids

I'll get something from the carpet store and come

÷Play with these kids, boss?

You think I'm a child?

- Yes, Zaqzouq, play with these kids. - Okay, boss.

- They sometimes say, "ticket, sir?" - Play with the kids, Zaqzouq.

- Tell you what, brother. - Yes?

- That scarf says you know about carpets. - It's Kuwaiti

I've been losing my mind over this Iranian carpet for over a week.

The one at the end there.

- Is it crimson or red? - It's crimson Iranian

I love crimson

I told my family but they wouldn't believe me.

I don't understand women.

- Women know nothing about carpets. - Nor about colors.

- Goodbye. - Where to? Where's my wallet?

- What? Are you crazy? Stole what? - You stole me! Officer!

He stole my wallet.

- What? What is it? - Officer!

This man stole my wallet, officer.

Stay still and put your hands behind your back.

What does this mean?

You'll search me?

"This series is inspired by history."

"Emad El-Din Street was the heart of the artistic scene,

it reportedly housed 15 theaters and cinemas

hosting the Middle East's first film screenings."

"In 1925, Cairo was awarded the title of the most beautiful and cleanest city

in the Mediterranean and Europe making it a haven for Europeans."