1. In the two elevators now from Malik's neighborhood
Does his longing dwell or in the crowded confusion?

2. He lingers over her if we come as though
An obstinate barrier has warded off all approaches

3. So how can he reach my abode when he comes and turns
Toward Helwan while it is filled with crowds and hubbub

4. And were it not for what lies between me and you, you would not answer
The distance between Buwaib and Yathrib