As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow

Salama thinks about the irony of hiding in her old home, where her mother died. Once it’s quiet, she asks if Kenan will post his footage of the protest; he will. She tries to convince him not to, as she thinks his posting will lead to their families’ torture. Kenan is exasperated, as he wants to keep making a difference. Salama argues he’s being selfish. Their fight escalates until she says if he ever gets arrested or dies, she’ll never forgive him because she’s in love with him. Kenan returns her feelings.

Kenan then asks Salama why her eyes dart sometimes, like she’s looking for someone. Though she’s never told anyone, she explains Khawf and her other hallucinations. Kenan shows empathy, as his brother Yusuf doesn’t speak due to PTSD; he believes they can find Salama and Yusuf mental health treatment when they leave. As they share their ideas for the future, Kenan says he wants to be with Salama no matter how long they end up surviving. He gives a heartfelt speech and pulls out a ring, asking Salama to marry him; she accepts.