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I'll crush my enemies' bones Rivals better hide

I conquer with my war acumen Without any physical confrontation

Without spilling a single drop of blood

I fight for my rights with acumen And drive my enemies crazy

No one can save you from me I'm feared by everyone

My fully-fledged intelligence Makes everyone cautious

No one can save you from me I'm feared by everyone

My fully-fledged intelligence Makes everyone cautious

I know when to hit And I control the battle as I please

You owe me money It's time to payback, homie

I know when to hit And I control the battle as I please

You owe me money It's time to payback, homie

I manipulate you with my art of war

I tasted the bitterness of injustice Stand tall and survive this

Everyone walked on me when I needed them

Everyone walked on me when things got hard

Strength doesn't lie in muscles Brains is my weapon

No need for violence I always curb my impulsiveness

War is about deception, teamwork wins

I'll win no matter what And I'll always be the king of the world

No one can save you from me I'm feared by everyone

My fully-fledged intelligence Makes everyone cautious

No one can save you from me I'm feared by everyone

My fully-fledged intelligence Makes everyone cautious

EPISODE SEVEN

FUTURE LAND DEPOSITORS

"Dear mr. Sabry abdel-salam.

We apologize for the issues regarding your funds in the Future Land project.

We assure you that Al-Tawfiq Investment Group and Mr. Tawfiq Ibrahim

have no connection to the criminals and fraudsters

who embezzled your money.

The businessman Mr. Tawfiq Ibrahim was not involved in any way

in misappropriating your funds or those of any other depositor.

With all due respect and appreciation…

We are pleased to refund the net amount you deposited,

adjusted for exchange rates,

plus compensation for the legal expenses you incurred.

Therefore, kindly withdraw the lawsuit upon receipt of full payment.

Sincerely yours."

A drop in the ocean.

It's fine. It's just the beginning.

Everyone will drop their cases, and you'll be out soon.

Hope is a dangerous thing.

I expected to spend the rest of my life in prison.

It won't happen.

Everyone will get their due, and the truth will come out.

And you'll return with your dignity fully restored.

You're an optimist, son.

You know what I'd do?

I'd plan a new project.

Of course. You're leaving here just to sit at home?

And a new wife, too.

- Really? - But this time, I choose.

Take care of yourself, son.

You take care too.

Our project concept is based on a terraced system,

so most units will have a sea view.

The built-up area will be around 25 to 30 percent.

The rest is for services.

Hotels, restaurants, pools, and crystal lagoons, of course.

The beach is 100 meters wide and 500 meters long.

Isn't that too small for a project this size?

Beach length doesn't matter.

On the contrary.

Let it be small and crowded.

People feel that crowded places are the most important and popular.

True. The chalets will be fully furnished.

Fully finished with luxury hotel-grade furniture.

Okay, what about the budget?

You said you'd give me a rough estimate today.

I want the approximate total project cost.

We ran the numbers and set an initial budget,

- ranging between… - Tell me.

11.5 to 13 billion pounds.

Which is equivalent to 220 million dollars.

Okay, that's fine.

- But I was… - I want something different.

Something new for the North Coast.

Mrs. Yasmine, we already have a top-tier private club.

We have a health and wellness spa, crystal lagoons,

and a marina for small yachts.

That's not enough.

What are you saying? Didn't you hear the budget?

Doesn't matter.

I want a new idea, something unprecedented on the Coast.

How about a skywalk? A glass bridge? It would be…

Childish.

Here's a better idea.

How about building an underwater lounge with a restaurant?

- Like the one in Dubai? - Exactly.

That's a good idea.

Yes, but the Coast is entirely different from the Gulf.

There are no coral reefs or colorful fish.

What would people look at?

We transplant Red Sea coral reefs here.

Exactly. They're implementing this idea in projects all over the world.

They place concrete structures or marine rocks,

and over time, coral reefs grow naturally.

Or…

Or we build artificial aquatic gardens that look completely natural.

But the cost will be pretty high.

Yes.

You don't get what I want.

No, I understand perfectly.

You want to bankrupt me.

Listen to me carefully, darling.

The Coast client isn't looking for sea or sand.

Or a place to just vacation.

Whoever wants that can go to Ras El Bar.

Coast clients want to feel like the richest person in the room.

I want buyers to feel like the most important people on the Coast.

And that my project has no comparison.

Okay, I get it.

What did you get?

I get that you want to bankrupt me.

On the contrary, darling. Think about it. This will only increase your wealth.

Not to mention providing a legal excuse to silence everyone, Soly.

You make me lose my head and agree to anything.

As you wish. Do whatever you like.

Mrs. Yasmine, someone is asking for you.

- Who is it? - He didn't give his name.

- Okay. - Go ahead.

What a surprise.

I decided to come personally to congratulate you on your new project.

I was impressed by the launch.

Thank you.

But I'm a bit offended you didn't invite me.

Really? No one sent you an invitation?

Imagine someone with my stature…

not invited to your launch party.

You said it'd be the best place in Egypt.

Maybe in the world, right?

We hope so.

We're trying.

Good luck, God willing.

Do you know what this slogan reminds me of?

Remember "Future Land"?

Which was…

"Life is sweeter with Future Land."

But in English.

Because it targeted a specific demographic.

Those who pay double or triple.

This is a different project.

I didn't say otherwise. It's a different project, of course.

Massive project, huge costs.

It takes a long time to implement.

So, Yasmine, to succeed here…

We must cooperate.

We worked together and walked away clean.

I mean, we came out as winners.

We founded companies, projects,

and got down payments.

Life was good.

This is real, and I have the right to invest.

You moved on, lived your life.

What do you want from me?

We're partners, Yasmine.

We're partners.

True, it was a partnership without contracts or official papers,

but the partnership exists. Either we do this right, or we separate.

Partnership?

Yes, partnership.

Based on secrets.

And cooperation.

I know you have funding.

Thanks to Mr. Soleiman.

I know you've struck gold.

This man will pay without issue.

He spends to deflect attention.

And we'll all come out winners.

You'll gain more using my expertise.

You'll survive, like before.

Call me.

Sure.

Mr. Ziad.

Here is the brochure with details of available units.

When is pre-booking announced?

Next week, supposedly.

But if you like this unit, we can reserve it for you now,

with a deposit check.

- Of course. - Great.

How much is it?

For this unit, it's about 500,000 pounds. A nominal fee.

You can get a refund anytime.

I can't lie to you.

Why can't you stay with me?

I want you with me.

Is that why you want to leave me?

I'll come back for vacations.

And when I'm done, we can live together.

You didn't invite me to come with you.

Fine, come with me.

Really?

I'm completely out of your calculations.

My presence is only tied to the time you spend here.

If you were serious, you'd have made it official.

But I won't pressure you.

Honestly, Mariam, I didn't plan to discuss this.

When did you plan to discuss it?

Time is ticking, Ziad. Stand still, and you lose.

Mr. Ziad, you can get the check back anytime if you change your mind.

I won't change my mind. I'll get it all back.

I learned an important thing when I studied classic drama.

To build a convincing character…

You have to ask yourself two questions.

Do you know them, Shady?

If he fails, it's a disaster.

Aren't you an actor or what?

Yes, but I'm not a writer.

I can finish his thought.

To build any character, you have to ask two questions.

First question: What does the character want?

Second question: What is he trying to reach?

- So what's the plan? - What?

If we know the answers, we can predict his actions and reactions.

So, the first question.

What does Hashem want?

I forgot to tell you I studied astrology.

We can find Hashem's weakness by knowing his zodiac sign.

Meaning what he likes and what he hates.

Really? Tell me then, what's your sign?

The Pearl? What nonsense is that?

There's a big difference between astronomy and astrology.

Astrology is just smoke and mirrors.

- What's wrong? - It isn't nonsense.

- It is nonsense. - I studied it and I know.

Worthless nonsense.

- It's not nonsense. - Can we focus?

Based on the extensive intel we gathered on Hashem El-Faham,

he has many interests.

Yet antiques and artifacts take most of his time.

Business comes second.

Most people in this field are obsessed with collecting.

They're just like addicts.

If they see something they like, they can't let it slip.

They'd do anything to acquire it.

Come in.

Good evening, Sir.

Hashem El-Faham.

Soleiman El-Nashar, my husband.

Of course. He needs no introduction.

Have a seat.

Thank you very much.

You know, of course, that we don't need partners.

But Yasmine spoke highly of you.

She believes we could benefit from your expertise.

I don't know the nature of the projects you've worked on.

Sir, our company has executed many projects.

To save time, I won't keep you long.

I'll send you our company's portfolio.

No need for that.

I had someone look into you, and I got the results just now.

All the projects are obscure. No one knows anything about them.

Even the known ones were just small contracts.

- Sir, our company… - And there are also rumors about…

trafficking in antiquities and the like.

The same rumors they spread about you, sir.

But they say your trade isn't antiquities.

But arms trafficking.

It seems the talk comes from the same source.

That's the price of success.

Exactly.

Alright.

I think we get each other well.

Truth be told, your resume wouldn't qualify you to furnish an apartment.

But Yasmine praised you.

She said we could benefit from your legal expertise.

And I trust her judgment very much.

So, whatever percentage she sets for you…

I'll agree to it.

"Leverage the near to capture the far."

Did you know that a simple four-word phrase like this,

is what I kept in mind and built everything I'm doing now upon?

Leverage the near to what?

- To capture the far. - What?

I'll tell you.

After my father married Yasmine despite my warnings,

I decided to leave the country to him and travel.

I went to America and started a business.

I imported dietary supplements for athletes.

And distributed them in many states.

I succeeded surprisingly fast.

And started my residency procedures.

Even though my father desperately needed me.

I was naively trying to punish him by emigrating.

When did you decide to close? And why close after succeeding?

I didn't decide anything. I woke up suddenly to the disaster.

A client claimed an allergic reaction.

He sued the company.

And the lawsuits piled up until everything collapsed.

I found myself facing two choices.

Either prison or returning to Egypt.

Then my father used his connections and paid the settlements for me.

And closed the cases.

I felt so small before him then.

After I had completely abandoned him…

He was the one who stood by me.

I decided never to leave him and to support him all my life.

And I returned.

But it was too late.

Yasmine had already spread through his business like cancer.

My mother was destroyed, and my sisters hated their lives.

Yasmine entered our lives and literally destroyed everything.

So it makes sense, when thinking about reclaiming our rights…

Your target would be Yasmine El-Nasharty.

I was in a rush.

I wanted to break and humiliate her.

But Yasmine is a distant target, a long journey.

The way to reach Yasmine is through Hashem's money.

And the way to reach Hashem is through Jaser's money.

Exactly. And here we have reached the beginning of the road.

We took what we wanted from Jaser.

May God help us with what's coming.

Mom, I'm going but I'll be back soon.

When did you arrive, Mai?

- Your medicine. - You shouldn't have brought it yourself.

Who else would give you your meds?

I'm sick of medicine.

Tell me.

In your opinion…

Will I be cured?

In my opinion, you're in perfect health.

And you're the most beautiful woman I've ever seen.

I don't want to ask you about El-Faham.

But I just want to make sure.

- I see him as a good, respectful man. - Is he holding something over you?

"Holding something over me?"

What kind of talk is that?

You're my wife and my love.

And I am responsible for you.

I mean…

If I'm sick and falling short in some aspect,

I can make up for it in many other ways.

If you run into trouble or someone bothers you…

Just give me a signal.

Oh, darling. May God keep you for me.

I don't have a problem with anyone.

And if I suspected his corruption even one percent,

I would never have let him work with you.

Rest assured.

How are you, Dad?

Here you go, dear.

- Thank you. - You're welcome.

- Sit down. - Okay.

Do you like the new maid?

She's good.

But there was no need to bring her.

She'll help you.

I don't know what to say.

You hired a maid for the maid?

You're not a maid. You're my nanny.

May God bless you.

What I'm going through is strange.

What's strange about it?

You live an excellent life.

Millions of people envy you for it.

And thank God, you lack nothing.

Only on the outside.

But if I make one mistake…

If I give the wrong answer to an innocent question, I'll fall.

I'm walking on a tightrope.

One wrong step and I'm finished.

God forbid. Why would you say that?

Your husband is rich, you're beautiful and successful, and everyone loves you.

Really?

Why wouldn't they love you?

Your heart is kind and full of goodness.

What else?

You're pleasant and authentic.

A gem like no other.

You know? I wish you were my daughter.

Don't you wish to be a mother?

You may leave now, nanny.

Okay.

Mai…

I missed you so much.

I was afraid I'd die before seeing you.

How are you?

Is your mother okay?

Is her condition stable or getting worse?

And how is your brother in…

How is he doing in prison?

I thought you were outside Egypt.

I tried to leave, sweetheart, but…

I couldn't.

I discovered my name was on the no-fly list.

At the last minute.

Why didn't you think of seeing us?

Or even calling us on the phone?

I was afraid my phone was tapped, dear.

Tell me, how did you get here?

Don't worry.

The people who saw you will never turn you in.

Okay, thank God.

But who are they?

That's not important.

What's important is what we're going to do.

I'm trying to rebuild, dear.

I have an excellent project with a very respectable partner.

We'll import electrical appliances and food products,

With a 50 percent margin.

And all the profits coming from this business…

- I'll use them to pay off the debt. - And Nader, who's unjustly in prison?

I wish I could visit him, but…

I might get arrested.

You visit him, right?

Yes, I visit him.

Is he okay?

He'll never be okay while he's a prisoner.

The wasted years and his ruined future are enough.

Who would accept this injustice?

No one would, of course, sweetheart.

I'm his father. I'd never accept him staying in prison instead of me.

I won't abandon him.

Really?

What will you do?

As I told you, I started a business venture with a very wealthy man.

- As soon as the profits come in… - How long will you leave him?

How can a father let his son rot in prison while he runs and hides?

Did you come after all this time to tell me this nonsense?

Why did I do all that I did? Wasn't it for you?

To spend generously on you and build your future.

And what was the result? Tell me.

I started a new project, as I told you.

You must turn yourself in and get Nader out.

I could have reported you, but I didn't.

I told myself you might be moved when we talk.

But it seems it's no use.

Sweetheart, if I'm imprisoned, this problem will never be solved.

And as long as you're out, the problem will only get worse.

You don't love me.

If you want my love back, get innocent Nader out.

And I won't abandon you.

I promise I'll get you out as soon as possible.

Listen to me…

I have a check for a million pounds.

I'll solve all your problems, but get Nader out.

Listen, darling.

We'll take this money and put it into my project.

The profit will increase, and you'll profit with me.

We'll free Nader, and get what we want…

What are we supposed to feel after you left him in prison?

Now I'm sure we mean nothing to you.

My brother needs to feel that his father fears for him and came back.

Otherwise, I won't cover for you.

Fine.

Fine, Mai.

I'll turn myself in.

I wanted to solve the problem, but it seems it's useless.

Since you want this, I'll do it.

I want to tell you that since I left you…

I haven't had a moment of peace.

I think about ending my life every day.

I can't sleep from worry and fear for you.

And from a guilty conscience.

Prison is definitely easier than living here.

At least I'll see you and you'll see me.

You will visit me, right?

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

I'll do my best to get you out quickly.

I know an excellent lawyer we can go to right now.

Okay, darling. Let's do that.

I'll go pack my clothes.

And I'll get my ID card.

You call the lawyer.

I won't be long. Just a few minutes.

Forgive me.

You're right.

I forgot that you and your brother are the most important things.

I won't be long, sweetheart.

Hello.

How are you, sir? It's Mai.

Thank God.

My dad wants to turn himself in.

He said we have to get Nader out.

But we don't know the procedures to get him out.

Yes, he'll confess to everything.

Okay, I'll bring him and come to you right away.

Goodbye.

Dad!

Dad…