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1:58My daughter looks absolutely beautiful. Really? May you always be protected, my dear. But tell me, when do I not look beautiful to you? You always say I'm lovely. Try saying something new for a change.
2:18I need to talk to you about something. If you ask Rafay, I'm sure he'll let me stay for a few more days. He'd never say no to you, would he? Please? Of course not, dear. It's only been a week since you got married. You shouldn't be saying things like that. I chose a true gem for my granddaughter, one in a million.
2:41Rafay will keep you very happy. That's the very reason I entrusted you to him. I never said I didn't like him. It's just, with me gone, you're all alone now. It's the way of the world, my dear.
3:04Even the greatest of kings must eventually send their daughters away. Anyway, you should find out where your husband is. Why hasn't he arrived yet? In the meantime, I'll go get some fresh funnel cakes and samosas from Mr. Haji's shop. You two love those, don't you? Okay.
3:58Your phone has been ringing off the hook. Who is it, Ayzel? Isn't that obvious? Let me guess. Zaviyar. So, why aren't you talking to him? I don't want to talk to him. I'm so fed up with his controlling nature. We've been together for so long, but he still insists on bossing me around. Well, not anymore. I refuse to just sit back and take it.
4:20He needs to realize my worth, too. You know, I haven't spoken to him in two days, and look, fifty missed calls just from last night. Now he's starting again, first thing in the morning. Don't worry. I'm going to see him today. You'll see, he'll be over the moon to see me. Anyway, I'm off. Bye!
5:40Good morning, sir. How are you? Did you even read these documents before submitting them? Yes. Yes, sir. How many times? Pardon me, sir?
6:05How many times did you read them? Is there a problem, sir? Calling it a problem is an understatement. If you'd done your job with an ounce of integrity, this mistake never would've happened. We have to follow market strategies and trends, don't we?
6:28I'm sorry, sir. I'll correct it right away. No. That won't be needed. Sir, please give me another chance. I promise it won't happen again. Please. There are no second chances in my book. You're fired. Thank you. -Sir, just hear me out... -Hey! Out! Out! Zaviyar,
6:50what's the matter? As for you, Sarfaraz. Apologize to him and get back to work. I've already fired him. You think this is a joke! What are you doing?
7:13Everyone's watching. Keep your voice down, this is an office. Exactly. This is my office, and my voice is the only one that'll be heard here. Would you care to leave? -Sir, please, if I could just explain... -Out!
7:40Hey, you. I've been calling you since yesterday. Where have you been? We can talk about this tomorrow. Really? Is what I have to say that unimportant to you? Zaviyar, let me go.
8:00I'm asking you a question. Talk to me! Talk to me. Answer me. I have nothing to say to you right now.
8:31What? Are you enjoying the show? Is this what this is, a spectacle for you all? Lies, lies, and more lies.
8:54He won't even pick up his phone. First, he was begging me not to go to my grandfather's, saying he couldn't live without me, and now this? But it's true. I really can't live without you. Move your hands. Why weren't you answering my calls? I was on my way to you. I was just in a rush and got a little held up.
9:18A girl jumped out in front of my bike. A girl? Yeah, a beautiful one, actually. She asked me to drop her off at home. And then what? Well, I refused, but she was very persistent. So I thought, might as well do a good deed.
9:39So I dropped her off. You went all the way to her house just to drop her off? I did, and the moment she sat behind me, she wrapped her arms right around me. And you didn't tell her to stop? Of course, I did. I told her I'm a decent, married man. I said, look, your perfume is lovely,
10:02but if my wife catches a whiff of it on me, she'll suspect me of all sorts of things. Here, smell for yourself, it's pretty nice. See? Designer. She was sitting behind you, but her perfume is all over the front of your shirt? Well, yes. Look, when she left, she gave me a goodbye hug,
10:22so that's why you can smell it right here. She hugged you? Rafay, I don't want to talk to you. Soha. You know Rafay can't live without you,
10:46and to Rafay, beauty begins and ends with you. I give charity in your name every day so no one casts an evil eye on you. As long as I'm under your protection, no one's gaze can harm me.
11:08There's one problem, though. I'm afraid I might cast my own gaze on you.
11:28My bond isn't just with Soha anymore, it's with you, too. We both want you to live with us from now on. Right, Soha? Yes, absolutely. She must have put you up to this.
11:49My dear, she's naive, but you're sensible. I can look after myself quite well. You both should focus on each other and don't worry about me. Oh, and Soha, never give Rafay any reason to complain. Now that's what I'm talking about!
12:10Did you hear that? I don't annoy him. He's the one who teases me. My dear, he teases you just to see you smile. That's what love is. No, she hasn't yet seen the depth of my love, but she will soon.
12:33Rafay, my dear, Soha isn't just my granddaughter. She's the apple of my eye. Always keep her happy. This apple of your eye, she's my heart, my mind, my peace, she's everything to me.
12:54So don't you worry. As long as I'm alive, I won't let anything hurt her. Stay happy and live long, son. Your dad didn't leave me a fortune to squander on you, understand?
13:18Eat whatever's cooked at home, or go hungry! Honestly, girl, enough is enough! You're always scolding the poor child. Why can't you talk to him with love once in a while? From the moment you wake up, it's nothing but chaos in this house! Enough, Mom, enough! Spare me this fake affection. If you cared so much,
13:38you wouldn't have been in such a rush to marry Rafay off. You neither consulted nor sought my advice, you just went, arranged the wedding, and brought a daughter-in-law home. You did wrong, Mom. Very wrong. My son and I needed Rafay right now, and you went and got him married! My dear, the sooner a child is married, the better.
13:59Besides, he was of the marriageable age. Girls are the ones who outgrow their marriageable age, not boys! His young sister is still unmarried at home, and you married off her brother! Alright, enough. Don't blame Rafay now, Zarqa. Poor boy tried so many times to get you to remarry, but your tantrums never end. Don't forget you're divorced and a mother to a son.
14:22You won't find a bachelor to marry. Why wouldn't I? Why wouldn't I? What's wrong with me? Am I not young? Am I not beautiful? I'm divorced, not a criminal! I told his father, I promised I'd find a better husband than him. Now he must be laughing at me! Have some shame. Shame!
14:43Why should I? What kind of shame? Should I think about him? About him? Worry about him? His father just up and married another woman, dumping the boy on me. A cursed father's cursed son. -Now get out of here, before I kill you. -Hey, stop! Sister, what's gotten into you? Why are you hitting and cursing him like this?
14:59Hey, you haven't even been here a week. Don't overstep your bounds. You're the daughter-in-law, so start acting like one. Hey, you. Get your wife under control. Fine, but what happened? Why are you hitting him? Why am I hitting him? This is what happens to children who don't have a father to grant their wishes. They just cry over their pathetic fate.
15:18So go on, sit there and bawl your eyes out! -Hey, calm down. -Relax, Sister. What's wrong? Why are you crying? Tell me. What happened? What is it you want? I want some noodles. You just want noodles? That's it? I'll have them ready for you in two minutes. In fact, come with me, alright? No more tears now. Come on, sweetie. Let's go.
15:40I'll make you some noodles right now. Did you see that? She calmed Umar down in just two minutes. My daughter-in-law is one in a million. Always cherish her. Now tell me, if Zarqa had done the same thing, how happy would that have made the boy? But no, she had to start with the hitting, the taunting, the abuse.
16:01How is a little kid supposed to know what his father did or didn't do? Just let it go, Mom. You know that's just how she is. Zaviyar, did you just get back from the office? I'm sure you didn't call just to ask me that.
16:23Of course. I was calling to remind you that it's my wedding anniversary on Saturday. You did remember, right? Or did you forget? I also remember it's been quite a while since you got married. It's about time you grew out of these childish fantasies, this whole wedding anniversary nonsense.
16:44What, does a marriage get old after just four years? It's these little moments of joy that hold a relationship together. But how would you understand that? For you, every relationship is a business transaction. Are you finished? Now, can we get to the point? I'm your older sister. That's the only reason I'm listening to you so patiently.
17:05You haven't said a single productive thing yet. Fine. To the point then, Asfand has planned a dinner on Saturday, and you're to bring Zimal along. I won't be able to make it. Zimal will join you. You seem to be in a particularly foul mood. I mean, you always are,
17:26but it seems especially bad today, doesn't it? She's upset with me again. When are you ever going to change? Why doesn't anyone ever think of changing for me? And you're expecting that from Ayzel of all people?
17:49Strange. Alright, fine. Just let me know when you two patch things up. I'll wait. Idiot.
19:00Everyone's watching. Keep your voice down, this is an office. Exactly. This is my office, and my voice is the only one that'll be heard here. Zaviyar, let me go. I'm asking you a question. Talk to me!
19:29Is your mood any better now? You were the one in a bad mood, Zaviyar, and you know what? I was so excited to see you when I came to the office. Let’s not get hung up on what’s already happened. Can we meet right now? Right now? That might be tricky.
19:52How about tomorrow? Tomorrow, I have to go to the salon during the day. It's going to take a while. How about we grab breakfast together? Let me think. Alright, that sounds good. Let's do that. I'll come pick you up. No, it's alright.
20:12I'll make my own way there. You sure? Yes. Okay. See you tomorrow then. Good night. Good night.
20:55Your hair is absolutely beautiful, you know? Thank you. But I want you to let your hair down only for me. And why is that? Let's just say I have my reasons. You say that, but there has to be one particular reason. It's because I want you to have just one admirer,
21:17and that admirer is me. Rafay, could you be serious for once? I am being serious. The first time I got serious, I ended up marrying you. If I get any more serious... The bill is literally through the roof. Unbelievable. Can't you take your eyes off your wife for one second?
21:40It's like you're the only man who's ever been married. Hey, what can I do? She's my one and only wife. Wife, huh? One and only, my foot. Have you forgotten you also have one mother, one sister, and one nephew? Who's going to take care of them? Do you ever think about that? Here's the electricity bill. If the power goes out, you won't be admiring
21:58that pretty face of hers in the dark. Also, Mom's medication has run out, and we need to pay Umar's tuition. God, these tutors are impossible. They barely teach him, always taking days off for a stomach ache here or a headache there, but they never, ever forget to ask for their money. I thought hiring one would help him, but no.
22:21His grades are even worse now. I have an idea. We don't need to send Umar to a tutor. I can teach him myself. And why would you teach him? Why? Doesn't he have a mother and an uncle at home? If we could've handled it ourselves, my dear, we would have. But why not? I'm just saying, Rafay,
22:42she'll dote on him, and he'll be spoiled rotten. He barely studies now, he won't study at all then. That won't happen. Please, just give me a chance. I'm telling you, if I teach Umar, he'll learn from me. Fine, done. It's settled. Okay. Rafay. Zarqa, she says she'll do it, so let's give her a shot. Give me the bill,
23:03and the prescription too. I'll pick up the medicine on my way back. Don't worry, I'll take care of it all, and I'll even pay the fees. Right, okay. Thank you. I promise I'll teach him. Poor woman. It seems her circumstances have made her so bitter.
23:27Anyway, forget all that. We were talking about us. Am I late, or are you early? You're right on time.
23:47I just got here a bit early, since I know how punctual you are. I'm impressed. Really? By the way, what prompted this sudden early morning breakfast invitation? I have to admit, I wasn't expecting this. You never asked me
24:11why I kept calling you the other day. So, why did you?
24:36For you. Is this really for me? Do you know what this signifies? I know exactly what it means. So, are you proposing to me? Yes.
25:01For now, you should keep it. I don't follow. I need some time, Zaviyar. How much more time do you need?
25:22We've been together for four years. Yes, but we never committed to spending our entire lives together, did we? Don't you love me? I do,
25:43but I want you to propose on my birthday, in front of everyone. You can put this ring on my finger then. Alright? Absolutely.
26:04Your birthday will be even more memorable for us. Oh, Zaviyar. You've made me so happy. You know what? I'll be counting down the days. Sorry.
26:25A woman's patience should never be tested. No one knows when she'll go from being your lover to your worst nightmare.
27:02Your son and daughter-in-law made Umar quit his tutoring. I hope you're satisfied. So what if they stopped his tutoring? Look at how diligently Soha is teaching him. He's grown so attached to her. I'm sure he'll be top of his class this year.
27:22Hopes pinned on a daughter-in-law, Mom, never pan out. My dear, when have I ever treated her like a daughter-in-law? She's a daughter to me, just like you are. Really? She made that leap from daughter-in-law to daughter pretty quickly, didn't she? But that's alright.
27:44Don't worry, Mom. You'll soon see the difference between a real daughter and a daughter-in-law. First, it's Umar's tutoring. Next, she'll get her hands on Rafay's salary, and then she'll be running this whole house. You need to keep her on a tight leash. If you can't handle her, just tell me.
28:04I'll put her in her place in a heartbeat. That's rich, coming from you! You destroyed your own marriage and came crawling back here. A woman endures so much for her children, yet you couldn't stand firm. Not at all. You just gave up and came running back here. Then where was I supposed to go? Tell me.
28:24After a divorce, where does a woman go if not to her parents' home? So stop taunting me. I'm not here for your lectures. I have every right to be here. This is my father's house, and I'll stay as long as I want. When it comes to the inheritance, it'll be split equally between Rafay and me. I don't know when this girl will ever grow up,
28:48or if she ever will. I just pray she sees sense. Meanwhile, Soha is teaching him so diligently.
29:12Fahad, speak up. I'm completely out of time. The clock's ticking, and the stakes are high. Sister is waiting for dinner, and you know how Brother Zaviyar gets. Oh, Zimal, give it a rest. He's your brother, not some crime boss the whole world is terrified of. I really don't have time for jokes right now. For all your tough talk,
29:30you've never had the nerve to actually speak to Brother Zaviyar about us getting married. You just keep putting it off. Look, I'll talk to him, Zimal, but what if he refuses? Right. So, you're just going to let that fear stop you from ever trying? You have to face him eventually, you know. Look, I need you to listen to me very carefully.
29:48I'm not afraid of your brother in the slightest. Okay, I am, but only of losing you. But you'll also have to put in a little effort to win your brother over. You're not ready yet?
30:10Brother, my makeup's done, I just need to change. Give me ten minutes, I promise. Hurry up. We can't be late, because people who don't value time... Time doesn't value them. That's right. Don't be long.
30:34Brother Asfand, come on, please join us. Put your phone away before Zaviyar comes back. Fine, give me a minute. I'm just uploading this to Instagram. Oh, there you are, Zaviyar. Where did you vanish to? Come on, sit down, dinner's ready. You've slipped away three times already. I'm sorry, it was a very important call.
30:54Well, let's dish out the food before it gets cold. Yes, please. No, it's alright. You can take the call. Go ahead, please. No problem. No. During dinner, I never take calls, no matter how important.
31:16Regardless of the consequences. Well, let's eat. Here you go. After you, please. No, I insist. -Zaviyar. -Please, after you. I know my brother. He's such a stickler for rules. You and Zaviyar are complete opposites. So, madam, what kind of husband were you hoping for?
31:38Someone like me, or someone strict like Zaviyar? Of course, I wanted you, Asfand. Don't take this the wrong way, Zaviyar, but every girl wants a husband like Asfand, someone who helps in the kitchen, who's caring and polite, and who doesn't fly off the handle at every little thing.
32:00Brother Asfand is so sweet. You're so lucky, Sister. Life would be a total nightmare if you married a drill sergeant. I swear. Just you wait. Once Zaviyar gets married, he'll change, too.
32:23You can hope for time, the seasons, and life to change, but you can't hope for Zaviyar to change. Did you post something on Instagram? Um, yes. I just...
32:43What is it? Ayzel sends her best to you both. Happy anniversary. That's so sweet of her. Hey, you should've invited her for dinner, you know. She's going to be a part of the family soon enough. What? When was this decided?
33:06Did Zaviyar not tell you? No. Well, your dear brother has already proposed to Ayzel. Zaviyar? What? -Brother? -What? Zaviyar. Alright, fine.
33:26You both wanted me to get married, didn't you? So I made a decision. But why am I the last one to find out? Seriously?
33:53Yes, sir? Should I fix you a plate? Yes, sir, but I still have some of my leave days left. Okay, I see. Alright. I have to go to the office. Why? What happened, son?
34:13But you took a week off. Listen here, young lady. You know, your husband is a salaried man. He doesn't run a business. How will we manage household expenses if he isn't working? If he just sits at home catering to your every whim, this house won't run itself. We have a thousand expenses. There's Mom's medicine, Umar's school fees,
34:34and the bills are piling up. How are we going to put food on the table? Whatever. I was talking with her. I was handling it. Did you have to butt in? She has this habit of sticking her nose in everything for no reason. What did I say that was so wrong? Tell me, what did I say that was wrong?
34:55Was I lying when I said you're a salaried man? Aren't you? You are, right? It isn't as if I dropped some bombshell. I just stated a fact, and now I'm the villain for speaking the truth? Wow. Unbelievable. Lord, have mercy. Even your most straightforward words have a bite. If I can't stand it, how is she supposed to?
35:13You need to talk to her. She's finally given my quiet brother a sharp tongue. Well done, Soha. Unbelievable. She'll never learn. What happened?
35:33You skipped breakfast and came straight in here. I just wasn't in the mood. I see. So, what's on your mind? You should get to the office, you're going to be late.
35:54Who said I'm going to the office? I'm not going anywhere. You know, I'd leave a dozen jobs for you, and if I leave this one, so be it. I'll find another one tomorrow. But for now, I want to cherish this time. After all, we're newlyweds.
36:15Are you really not going to the office? Would you leave your job for me? Yes, I meant it. Forget the job, I'd give up the world for you. How can you say that? My life is with you now.
36:38Soha, life is short, and my only wish is to see you, Mom, and Sister happy. I can't promise how successful I'll be, but I can promise I'll never let you be sad.
36:59You must know that I love you so much. Your mere existence completes me. You complete me, too. Come on, give me a smile. There it is. Let me get your office clothes ready. You're getting late.
37:19Are you serious? Yes. You really want me to go? Yes, Rafay. Alright, fine. I'll go, but I'll be back early. I have a short meeting, then after, I'll be home, and we'll go shopping afterward.
37:40We'll even have dinner out, but don't tell a soul. Not even Mom? Especially not Mom, because I already told her. Okay, I'll go press your clothes.
38:11Here comes my daughter-in-law. Fakhra. My daughter-in-law isn't just a pretty face, she has a heart of gold. Truly one in a million.
38:32Really, Zakia? You've put the new bride to work already? Of course not. I don't want her lifting a finger, but she insists. She doesn't let me work at all. She just won't sit still. Greetings. -Greetings. -Greetings. Aunt, Uncle's on the phone. He wants to talk to you. Alright, dear, go on. Go.
38:53Go on now. Zakia, have you given any thought to Zarqa? You should find a good match for her and get her settled soon, too. You should sort it out before the usual sister-in-law squabbles begin. You know how it is. People whose own marriages are a mess can't stand to see others happy.
39:13That's enough, Fakhra. How dare you speak about my daughter like that to my face? I admit, she has a bit of a sharp tongue, but she's still my child, and I'll be the one to decide what's best for her. Alright, alright. It was just a suggestion.
39:35Don't take it to heart. Forget all that, have your tea. I told Mom we'd be back in time for dinner with them. -It looks really nice. -Why would you tell her that?
39:56I already told her we were going out for dinner tonight. What, do you think your husband can't afford to take you out for a nice meal? Well, look at you, acting like a big spender. I have to be. After all, my wife is one in a million, so it's the least I can do. You do have a point there.
40:14It's so windy outside. I had to grab the laundry before it all blew away. Where are you two off to? Got some big plans? We're just going out for dinner. We won't be long. Out in this weather? A storm is brewing, and the wind is howling. Who knows what this city is in for,
40:37and you two are planning to go out. Who even thinks about going out when it's like this? Oh, it'll be fine. Who's afraid of a little rain? I love it. Getting caught in the rain is part of the fun, isn't it? Yeah. True. -I know, right? -Sure. Oh, really now? Since when do you love the rain? You always hated getting wet.
40:55I used to, not anymore. I love it now. Well, aren't you just full of surprises lately? Your likes and dislikes are evolving. I'm noticing a lot of changes in you. You're not going anywhere. Listen to me, you're a married woman now, alright?
41:17Marriage is more than just moving in with your husband. It comes with responsibilities, to this family and to him. Ridiculous! It's bad enough that you're so carefree, but now you're dragging my brother into it. What’s gotten into you? I told you that we’re just going out for a little while, and it was my idea, so why are you giving her a hard time?
41:38This kind of weather doesn’t come around often, and we’ll be back soon. What do you mean, it doesn’t come around often? Is this the last storm you’ll ever see? Absolutely not. There will be other storms. This isn’t your last chance to see the rain. There will be light rain and beautiful clouds to enjoy later, but it’s miserable out there right now.
41:53No one goes out in this weather. I’m your sister, not your enemy. You only hate it when I say anything, but I’m only telling you this because I care. A wife might not care, but a sister always does. My dear sister, if we’re heading out anyway, couldn’t you at least wish us well instead of nagging? Fine, I won’t stop you.
42:14Because if something goes wrong, I know I’ll be the one you blame. Go on now. Go in God’s protection. Just get there and back safely.