Salma's Sad Countenance

The image of Salma's sad countenance came before his eyes, painful and suffering, although she didn't complain at all. Since she came to live with him, he didn't make her feel close or cared for. He created a barrier between them.

She couldn't dare to complain to him because of the huge distance between them. What is wrong with him to be so indifferent about Salma, his beloved child?

His Preoccupations and Concerns

His toil for livelihood to support his family and the drudgery of work preoccupied all his time, causing him to forget her and her dear mother, who entrusted her to him before she died.

Why does he spend most of his time outside the house? Is it because of his work or because of the strange aversion he feels towards the two boys?

Salma's Whereabouts and Fears

Where is his daughter now and with whom? Did she go out to look for a kind word? Does she go out to escape from the stiffing atmosphere in the house?

Would he lose her? Is it too late to save her?

He sat anxiously waiting for her return with fears, doubts, misgivings, and suspicions.