Another Chance At Love

Ep 121: Emir questions Leyla

INT. TARHUN MANSION - LIVING ROOM - EVENING

Emir arrives home with Elif, who excitedly runs to Reyhan to share the story of her speech. Elif notices Reyhan's distant expression, indicating something is troubling her. Emir steps in and tries to distract Elif.

EMIR
(trying to divert Elif's attention)
Elif, my dear, go to your room. Mama is so happy.

Elif leaves the room, leaving Emir and Reyhan alone. Emir sits next to Reyhan, noticing her troubled demeanor, and gently asks if she is okay.

REYHAN
(overwhelmed)
Why did you allow Doğan to be in the board meeting?

Emir appears confused by the question.

EMIR
(puzzled)
What do you mean by that? He owns 30% of the company shares. My father gave all his shares to him, didn't he?

Reyhan is shocked that Emir has begun investigating Doğan's involvement. Emir's voice rises as he continues to question Reyhan.

EMIR
(raising his voice)
Every single time, Reyhan... Every single time..You don't tell me anything. If I ask you anything, you don't answer my questions. Where should I go, huh?

Reyhan attempts to calm the situation.

REYHAN
(Firmly)
Emir, stop searching about Doğan and his relation to the company.

Emir, frustrated by the lack of transparency, His emotions escalate as he says.

EMIR
(frustrated)
Why? I shouldn't do what I feel is right. You tell me... you were handling everything in my absence. Don't you know about Doğan? Don't pretend, Reyhan, as if you don't know anything.

Reyhan, her voice filled with emotion, tries to explain.

REYHAN
(emotional)
Emir, there is so much I can't tell you...

Emir's frustration reaches a boiling point, and he slams his hand on a nearby table, causing it to break in half. Reyhan, taken aback by his outburst, watches in shock as their tense conversation takes an unexpected turn.

Reyhan, still shocked by the sudden turn of events, takes a step back, her eyes wide with concern.

Emir, struggling to contain his emotions, takes a deep breath, trying to regain his composure.

EMIR
(calmer but firm)
Reyhan, I need to know the truth. I can't continue like this, kept in the dark. If you can't tell me, I will find out on my own.

Reyhan, conflicted and worried, looks at Emir with tears in her eyes.

REYHAN
(tearful)
Emir, you have to understand that some secrets are kept for a reason. It's to protect you and Elif.

Emir's determination to uncover the truth remains unwavering, but he speaks more softly.

EMIR
(resolute)
I want to protect my family, too, Reyhan. Please, tell me everything.

Reyhan, feeling the pressure from Emir's relentless questions, begins to speak hesitantly.

REYHAN
(nervous)
Emir... Doğan is...

Just as she's about to reveal the truth, Leyla enters the room abruptly, her voice loud and commanding.

LEYLA
(urgent)
Reyhan!

Emir, who was on the brink of discovery, turns his serious gaze toward Leyla. Leyla approaches Reyhan and forcefully grabs her arm, causing Reyhan discomfort.

Emir, bewildered and growing increasingly frustrated, demands answers.

EMIR
(angered)
Mom, what's happening? Why have you all kept so many secrets from me? Don't I have any rights to know?

Leyla remains silent, and Emir, noticing her tight grip on Reyhan's arm, immediately intervenes. He forcefully separates Reyhan from Leyla's grip, his anger clear.

EMIR
(firmly)
Mom, whatever happens, you have no right to harm Reyhan like this.

Leyla challenges Emir's loyalty, her tone confrontational.

LEYLA
(defiant)
Or what? Will you fight with me for your wife?

Emir's response is resolute, defending Reyhan.

EMIR
(protective)
Yes, if I have to.

LEYLA
(demanding)
Emir, now you will choose Reyhan over me?

Emir clarifies his stance, his frustration apparent.

EMIR
(assertive)
Mom, there's no competition going on that I have to choose between you both.

Emir's firm stance and protective attitude towards Reyhan illustrate the depth of his commitment, while Leyla's confrontational approach creates an atmosphere of strained emotions.

LEYLA
(emotional)
Emir, you don't understand...

Emir, still reeling from the tension, tries to maintain his composure as he responds to Leyla's emotional plea.

EMIR
(calm but resolute)
Mom, I want to understand, but you have to let me in. Please, tell me the truth. I need to know.

Reyhan, caught in the middle, looks at both Emir and Leyla, her eyes filled with apprehension and concern.

REYHAN
(tearfully)
Emir, please... let's not fight about this. We can find a way to resolve it.

Leyla, realizing the weight of the situation, softens her approach.

LEYLA
(apologetic)
Emir, my dear son, it's not as simple as it seems. There are things that we have tried to protect you from...

Emir, grappling with a mix of emotions, looks at both Reyhan and Leyla, searching for a way to bridge the gap and find a resolution.

EMIR
(enraged)
Enough! Both of you! I can see that you've been misleading me for so long. Now I can't tolerate this mess anymore. I will find out the truth on my own. From now on, I won't ask anything from either of you. Keep your secrets to yourself.

With those final words, Emir storms out of the room, leaving Reyhan and Leyla standing there, both stunned by the intensity of the situation and the raw emotions that have come to the surface.

INT. TARHUN RESIDENCE - LIVING ROOM - CONTINUOUS

Leyla, her emotions softened after Emir's outburst, speaks to Reyhan with a sense of regret.

LEYLA
(apologetic)
Reyhan, I'm so sorry I had to behave like this with you. I had to. I wanted to divert Emir's attention from the topic. Otherwise...

Reyhan, empathetic and understanding, reassures her mother-in-law.

REYHAN
(compassionate)
I know, Mom, I understand. Please don't apologize. I know it's hard for us, but it's even more difficult for Emir. He's struggling to find answers. We need to be calm and patient with him.

Leyla, with a worried expression, shares her concerns about Emir's upcoming birthday.

LEYLA
(anxious)
Reyhan, tomorrow is Emir's birthday. I want him to be happy. He's my son, my everything. Please, Reyhan, convince him to be here happily for the party. I know the situation is different now, but the invitations have already been sent. Please, Reyhan, handle this situation.

Reyhan nods in agreement, understanding the importance of Emir's happiness, especially on his birthday.

REYHAN
(determined)
I'll do my best, Mom. We'll make sure Emir has a great day tomorrow.

Their conversation ends with a shared understanding of the delicate situation they find themselves in and the need to prioritize Emir's well-being, even in the midst of their family's complex challenges.