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Fahriye.

Sumbul!

Water.

You are sweating blood. We should change your clothes.

Where is she?

If you mean Valeria, she is still with His...

Who cares about her name!

You took precautions, didn't you? She won't get pregnant.

Midwife took care of it before she went there.

It is impossible for her to get pregnant.

Valeria.

Lokman Agha!

Your Majesty?

Summon Sultana Hurrem.

Do you know what's the most boring side of the harem?

There are no men.

That's why I ran away years ago.

I wish I could go back to those days.

You are still young and beautiful, Your Highness.

Knock on wood, girl!

Your Highness.

There are important news.

How is this possible, Melek?

His Majesty himself wanted a woman?

I wish it was like that. I am still surprised.

Sultana Hurrem chose the girl herself. She sent the concubine.

Rules will be followed word for word.

All your needs will be provided...

...since you are the favorite of His Majesty.

You'll be in the lap of luxury.

I will have no more days.

No sun.

I ripped my heart off and threw it to a bottomless well.

With my own hands.

You didn't have to do that, Your Highness.

There is a saying in my homeland.

In Ruthenia.

Blind men can't see.

But proud men don't see.

I won't lose against my desires.

I won’t be overwhelmed by arrogance and vanity.

I will do what I need to do...

...to bring my enemies down on their knees.

A new galley has been constructed.

Everyone speaks highly of it. It'll be on water next week.

Shall we go and look at it together? I mean if you won't return to Kutahya.

Sure.

I don't plan return immediately.

What will change if I do?

You're thinking about Manisa, right?

Yes, brother.

I had hope before our father announced his decision.

There is only one explanation of the decision and his behavior to me.

He doesn't love me.

Don't think like that. His Majesty loves--

Don't bother Cihangir. The truth is obvious

Kutahya is a dead end for me, unlike my brothers.

I don't want to go there at all.

Then I will go there instead.

Brother.

I know how you feel.

But don't let it lead you to darkness.

Open your heart for good things.

My Princes.

-I hope I am not disturbing. -You came on the dot, Huricihan.

We were having a boring conversation.

-Is something wrong? -No.

First strawberry of the year has grown.

Sultana Fatma told me to serve to you as well.

Not bad at all.

Cihangir, I will take a walk. I will visit you later.

-Huricihan. -My Prince.

He doesn't feel well these days. Won't you have a seat?

Apparently you discouraged her, Your Highness.

She admits defeat so quickly.

She is Hurrem. She doesn't bow down easily.

But you are right. She's scared.

Otherwise nobody could make her do that.

At the end, you got what you wanted.

Believe me, it wasn't what I wanted.

Who is the lucky woman?

I ran here immediately, Your Highness.

I don't know anything about that yet.

So what are you waiting for, Melek?

Go and find out immediately.

Whoever she is, she is our new weapon.

Good morning, my Prince.

You are so beautiful.

Do you know your name's meaning?

My name is just like my heart.

It can find it's meaning only when I am with you.

It is meaningless...

...if it doesn't lighten your nights.

I am so hungry.

I guess you are too.

There! Put it down, put it down.

Hurry up.

Why are you coming one by one? God!

Be careful! Put it down.

Hurry up! God give me strength!

Sumbul Agha.

When will I go to the privy chamber again?

Privy chamber?

You can only dream about it. It was the first and last time.

You'll never pass through the golden way.

But why? I thought...

Don't take it personal. It applies to everyone.

Only the women, Sultana Hurrem picks goes to the privy chamber.

And only once.

Don't take it personal.

Have our Prince's breakfast prepared. I'll be with him.

-How was it? -It was a magnificent night.

The Prince is now mine.

Sultan Suleyman could have appointed his eldest son, Mustafa.

If not him, then Bayezid.

Bayezid is a brave man. He is with his people.

But Selim? He is a drunkard!

My Prince, let’s get out of here.

Hurrem.

I hope your night was well.

And you are happy.

I was told that you sent her. Is is true?

Unfortunately, time doesn't show mercy to anyone.

Especially to us women.

I wanted to give you more children.

But it didn't happen.

It looks like it is impossible from now on.

-Therefore-- -You are being sad in vain.

If I wanted one more child, God would have given it to me.

I breathe with your happiness, Suleyman.

I won't stand in the way of anything that would make you happy.

My Hurrem...

Sultan of my heart.

Even if all women in the world came together...

...they couldn't even give me a piece of the happiness and tranquility you give me.

Where is the breakfast?

It should be on the way, be patient.

How many months did you stay in your mother's belly?

Don't be impatient.

It will come now.

Tell me about the night.

What happened?

Our Prince asked me to make him forget about everything.

I swept him off his feet.

It is here. Go on.

My Prince, your breakfast is ready.

Get out, woman.

Are you okay?

Get out.

-You... -I said get out!

Nurbanu?

What happened? You got out immediately.

Our Prince didn't want me.

-Did you do something wrong? -Nothing.

I don't know, he suddenly changed.

He was weird last night too.

I made him forget everything though.

It seems you aren't as talented as you said so.

Fine, don't get angry so quickly.

You are right.

It is obvious that our Prince has a problem.

He didn't treat me well last night either.

I must know what his problem is.

Otherwise I can't help him, can't make him forget.

-Who would know what happened? -Gazanfer Agha should know.

Because he is our Prince's shadow.

Let's go to him, now.

Stop girl, stop. I will find a way.

Pack your stuff. You are going this evening.

-Where?! -You are a favorite now.

You'll have your own chamber.

Your Grace.

Two messengers came. They wish to see you.

Let them in.

-Your Grace. -Welcome Atmaca.

You may leave.

I had told you about Yavuz.

Your Grace, it is a great honour to meet you.

I grew up listening to your victories.

From what I heard, you are a brave raider.

May God help you with your difficult mission.

Amen.

What is it, Atmaca?

You go from pillar to post between Amasya and Istanbul.

I still can't comprehend how fast you travel.

Do you have secret wings that you hide from us?

Not at all, Your Grace.

With a name like Atmaca, I must earn it.

How is my daughter?

When will she return?

She is fine, Your Grace.

She told me to offer you her greetings and respects.

She wrote a letter too.

The news should be important.

We found out who Rustem Pasha's spy is.

Unfortunately, the traitor we'd been looking for...

...was the Guard Commander, responsible of palace's security.

-Did you behead him? -He doesn't even know.

Because our Prince wants Rustem to fall on his own sword.

That's why we're here.

He has some requests.

We'll do our share

Humasah.

My beautiful angel.

-Won't you go to the place? -No.

I want to spend time with you and our daughter today.

Come in.

-Your Grace. -Speak.

This was sent to you.

Your Grace, be careful.

They are conspiring to kill you.

Rustem, nothing bad I hope?

Is it?

Yes.

I must go to the palace.

Hurrem.

Your Highness.

-Where are you going? -I'm going to the gardens.

I want to get some fresh air.

Go, of course. Get some air.

It's obvious you feel uncomfortable.

You are going through sensitive times.

It is true that I am sensitive.

Therefore, Your Highness.

If I were you, I would be more careful.

I heard that you sent a concubine to His Majesty, with your own hands.

Smart move for a woman in your situation.

You give up your reign before the reign gives up on you.

It seems that...

...you'll follow the other Sultanas' path.

Yet their end should be a lesson to you.

Because my name is Hurrem.

I don't give up.

You don't give up.

But His Majesty may.

Once privy chamber's doors are open, you can't close it.

As long as I am in His Majesty's heart.

Someone else can be in his bed.

You also know that the easiest way to a man's heart passes from his bed.

Otherwise, all these years...

...you wouldn't have kept His Majesty away from the concubines now, would you?

How long will you keep that traitorous Guard Commander?

I am having nightmares in my sleeps.

You worry in vain, mother.

When I'll be done with him, I'll execute him with my own hands.

Come in.

My Prince, Your Highness.

I came to say goodbye.

Oh God.

-What's the rush? -So it is time.

Send my regards to Captain Pasha.

Unfortunately, I can't send your regards, my Prince.

Because I am not going that far.

I found a ranch close to here.

Will you stay in Amasya?

I thought we talked about this.

It isn't right for you to be alone, especially for your safety.

You don't need to worry, my Prince.

As a sailor's daughter, I am used to be alone.

Besides, I sent a message. Additional guards will be sent.

Mustafa is right.

You never know where the danger will come from, Mihrunnisa.

You’ll be safer with Captain Pasha.

It seems that you don't want me here like our Prince, Your Highness.

On the contrary, it makes me happy to see you here.

Since you want to live in Amasya.

Stay here...

...with us.

Your Highness...

I can't accept for you to stay somewhere else.

-I won't let you go. -Mother is right.

At least stay here until the guards arrive.

I am honored, my Prince.

But the ranch needs to be renovated.

I want to take care of it personally.

You can visit it while staying here.

You'll figure it out during daytime.

Leave us alone.

Since Captain Pasha sent you, he must trust you.

He honors us.

Prince Mustafa's friends are our friends too.

-Our doors are always open to you. -I have no doubts.

You saved our Prince from the ambush.

You should be proud of yourselves.

We only did our duty.

Good.

Let's get to the main point.

What's our Prince's order?

Your mission is very important.

You may even lose your life.

As your name was given to Rustem Pasha.

May my life be sacrificed on our Prince's path.

What is this?

It came from Amasya. Guard Commander sent it.

According to him, Prince gave an order to Janissary Commander for him to kill me.

-Who is he? -Ali Agha.

I told you. We should have dismissed him when we could.

Mustafa is powerless to do anything.

She has the support of a great power, Your Highness

Janissaries, Pashas, Lords.

We must do something.

No.

We won't do anything.

All eyes are on us.

If we make a mistake, they'll destroy us.

Didn't you read what he wrote? They want to take my life.

It isn't that easy to kill a Grand Vizier.

Taking precautions will be enough.

Your Highness...

His Majesty hasn't forgotten the assassination attempt yet.

He's especially angry at you.

If you don't get along with Janissaries, you will be dismissed.

Do you want me to stand idle with my hands tied?

I want you to control your hands.

Keep calm.

If you are here today, if you have your title...

...that's because you’re smarter than them.

Never forget that.

So you became a favorite. I hope we'll be that lucky one day.

Don't dream in vain. You'll never get your turn when I'm here.

She acts like she's so beautiful. Don't be so confident, scrawny!

What matters is not getting into Prince's bed...

...but getting into his heart.

That's what none of you can do.

Stop gossiping and go to your places

Nurbanu, if you are packed come with me.

I'll take you to your chamber.

Nese!

Serve some more Turkish delight.

What are you looking at?!

I am His Majesty's favorite. You'll do what I say.

If you don't, I'll tell Sumbul Agha.

He'd make you regret the day you were born.

Okay, don't get mad. I'll serve it.

Your Highness.

So you are the concubine who got into His Majesty’s heaven.

You are very elegant.

Apparently, Hurrem knows what His Majesty likes.

-What's your name? -Valeria, Your Highness.

It is quite something, especially when Hurrem is here.

You got really lucky, girl.

But it's just luck.

If you can't hold onto it...

...it will be gone before you know it.

I am aware of how lucky I am, Your Highness.

I never lived such a life.

But Sultana Hurrem said that it was a one time thing.

No more privy chamber.

I am forbidden to pass through the golden way.

Is that so?

Look at that Hurrem.

-What are you doing here? -Actually, what are you doing here?

This is my chamber

Canfeda Kalfa.

What is she talking about?

I thought this was my chamber.

What were you expecting?

A private palace for yourself?

This is the favorites' chamber.

Since the other chambers are full, you'll stay here with Dilsah.

Your bed is there.

If you need anything, speak to the Aghas. I am leaving.

No more fighting.

I'll hurt both of you, if you do.

So, you figured a way to get into the Prince's bed?

Speak! I asked a question.

Leave me alone.

Don’t think so highly of yourself for spending a night with our Prince.

Our Prince never summons a woman twice.

Of course, except me.

You say so, but you still haven't bore a child for our Prince.

Since Hurrem won't send you again...

...she must have taken precautions for you not to get pregnant.

I didn't want it. But the midwife said so.

She said traditions willed it.

They fooled you.

Concubines are sent to the privy chamber specifically to get pregnant.

Anyway, you won't have protection next time.

-I was told that there'll be no next time. -You'll listen to me, not them.

Of course, if you want more than you have.

You can bear a child for His Majesty.

For instance, a Prince.

Then you'd be a Sultana.

You'd have your own chamber.

Jewels, silk fabrics, wealth more than you can imagine.

I'd love that, Your Highness.

But Sultana Hurrem said that it is forbidden.

I can't go.

Just shut your beautiful mouth and that'll be enough.

Leave the rest to me.

-What was your name? -Valeria, Your Highness.

Valeria...

From now on, your name is Nazenin.

Nazenin?

It means delicate and fragile.

Of course, you need to become a Muslim.

If you please His Majesty, not just one night...

...he'll ask for you 1001 nights.

As you wish, Your Highness.

Tomorrow is Friday.

You'll go to pray with the princes, won't you?

Suleyman?

What's wrong?

Bayezid is the same.

Whatever happened between you two, he is pretty upset.

Instead of being upset, he should fix his behavior first.

It has been years, he still hasn't quit his bad habits.

It's like he's doing it to spite me.

He has faults of course.

But...

...it isn't only his fault.

I know how much you love Bayezid.

But he doesn't see that.

So he thinks you don't love or trust him.

Do you mean I get him to make mistakes?

No, I just...

Bayezid is very loyal to you.

He loves you so very much.

Therefore whatever he does, he does it to win your favor.

It can't go on like this Hurrem.

His anger and self-ordained behavior makes me quite sad.

I am tired of worrying something bad will happen to him.

God forbid.

As long as we have you, nobody can harm us.

I upset you, didn't I?

I can't read it at nighttime anyway. I'll read it later.

I can read it for you if you like.

My eyes are still as sharp as a hawk.

Will you be my eyes now?

Aren't we already one, Suleyman?

Aren't our breath and heart one?

Don't neglect the security precautions. You'll be in charge.

Don't worry, Your Grace. New guards have arrived.

Good.

You will keep a sharp lookout.

If I know Rustem just a bit, he probably can't sleep already.

Do you think that Ali Agha can do it, Your Grace?

Since you are asking, you must doubt him.

Of course not. I don't doubt his loyalty. But he hates Rustem Pasha.

His feelings might lead him to make a mistake.

Let's hope that, he won't be overwhelmed by his feelings, Atmaca.

The die is cast.

Atmaca, we should go.

You should be on your way.

Deliver this to my daughter.

It looks like she'll be there for some time.

Yes, I'll send more guards.

Until then her life is entrusted to you.

Don't worry, Your Grace.

-I'll keep an eye on her. -Good. Godspeed.

Your Grace! Your Grace!

It's okay dear.

I just... brought milk.

Rustem! Rustem!

Let her go. I asked for it.

We got news from Manisa, my Prince.

Prince Selim arrived there safely.

People welcomed him, but it is obvious they aren’t content.

They'll like him in time.

After all, Selim is their Prince too.

We can't know what time will tell, my Prince.

My Prince.

Why are you alone? Where are your guards?

They fell behind. Because they can never catch me.

If you continue to do this, I'll have to send you back to the capital.

You are worrying for no reason, my Prince.

I can defend myself. I have my sword with me.

Nobody has defeated me so far.

What? Don't you believe me?

Face me if you're confident enough.

Forget about the sword and tell me about the ranch. What's the situation?

Renovations have started.

I'll move there as soon as they are finished.

By the way, I was serious about the sword.

If you wish, we can have a go.

I am a favorite now. Why did they bring me here?

I want a bathtub.

What bathtub are you talking about? There is no such thing here.

That little tub.

You load it with water and soap. Then you get in it and take a bath.

What a weird thing. You can’t bathe in still water.

You wouldn't be able to get rid of the dirt.

There are bathtubs in many palaces of Venice.

You sit in hot water and relax.

If you want it so much, sit on your bowl!

Girls!

You are chattering again. I can hear you from outside.

Aren't you done yet? Come on!

Come on.

You are still wasting time, come on!

What's going on?

Nevermind that. Were you able to talk with Gazanfer Agha?

What's the matter with our Prince?

It was a bit difficult.

But I found out what happened.

Good morning, my Prince.

If you wish we can go to the gardens. You can get some air.

No need Gazanfer. You may take your leave.

Then I'll bring you something to eat.

They attacked him because they didn't know he was a Prince.

Guards had to kill him.

So, that's what happened.

If you mess with a Prince that's what happens.

Nurbanu, keep out of this matter.

This is beyond you.

Did you forget why Her Highness sent me here?

I must find a solution immediately.

Tell Gazanfer Agha that I want talk with him.

Of course, Your Highness. Any other wishes?

No, you may leave.

Don't consider it as a training. I'll do my best.

Protect yourself.

I wonder, if you really have the strength to protect yourself.

-This is boring. -What do you mean?

You know what I mean. I'll forget I'm fighting a Prince.

As you wish.

Are you okay?

It is as you said, you do well with the sword.

I should return to the palace.

Her Highness must be worried.

Not bad at all.

For a moment, I even thought you needed help.

It has been a long time, my Prince.

You should make it up to His Majesty.

I am the one with the broken heart.

Take the first step.

I am sure His Majesty will do what is necessary.

The Prince is right.

Besides, it is no good for you to exaggerate it.

Make way! His Majesty, Sultan Suleyman Khan!

Your Majesty.

Cihangir, my lion cub.

Matrakchi, it has been a while. I hope you are well.

Praying for your health, Your Majesty.

As you know, I have been working on Suleymanname.

Recording your campaigns with every detail.

The first copy is almost finished.

Good, bring it some time. I want to read it.

I'd be honored, Your Majesty.

I was thinking of bringing it to you anyway, to get your valuable opinion.

Join us for the Friday prayers.

My Prince.

Here is your outfit.

As you know, it is time for Friday prayers.

Preparations have been made in Mother Sultana Hafsa Mosque, for your arrival.

I will pray in the palace mosque.

That wouldn't be appropriate, my Prince.

People have already been told.

They will be waiting for you.

What people Gazanfer?

Are you talking about the people who welcomed me with roses...

...and then speak behind my back?

You know the best of course, my Prince.

But is it right to blame all people of Manisa because of a few tactless men?

Are there any news about Shaykh al-Islam, Fenerizade?

Not yet, Your Highness.

It is important.

A Shaykh al-Islam who supports Mustafa...

...can easily influence His Majesty and people against us.

For sure.

What's wrong with you?

Where is your mind?

You know what it is, Your Highness.

I can't be at peace until I take Ali Agha's life.

What peace Rustem?

Don't forget that, wind blows stronger as you climb to the top.

Every title you get, gets you closer to the death.

Therefore, what you need isn't peace, but power.

You should be powerful. So no wind can blow you off.

Don't worry.

Nobody can do anything to me, except His Majesty and you.

Good.

What's on your mind for Fenerizade?

I'll do my best for him to be dismissed.

There is no point in holding the fire with our hands.

We shall make someone else do it.

Someone loyal, someone we can rely on.

It is hard to find such a person.

But I will have a look and inform you.

I should attend to Friday prayers, with your permission.

Your Highness.

Long live our Prince!

Long live our Prince!

Long live our Prince!

Bayezid.

When will you return to your province?

If you allow, I wish to stay for a bit more.

But if it isn't appropriate...

It is appropriate.

I am just curious about the reason. Normally, it is hard to keep you here.

I am staying because...

...I made a promise to Cihangir.

There are things we need to do together.

I see.

You spend so much time together.

Cihangir is happy when you are here.

We are as well.

Your Grace.

I'd like to host you on board some time.

We haven't talked for a long time.

If you missed me so much...

...you can come to the council and we'll have a talk.

What was that about?

He is the great Grand Vizier, Nasuh.

We must get along with him.

How long do we have to stand him, Pasha?

He attempted to kill a Prince.

And he is still with His Majesty, like nothing has happened.

Be patient Nasuh, patient.

Don't think that a traitor can have a happy ending.

He'll either be beheaded...

...or meet the gallows.

Long live the Sultan!

Long live the Sultan!

Long live the Sultan!

Long live the Sultan!

Long live the Sultan!

I saw how you look at Bayezid, Huricihan.

Apparently, you have feelings for him that you can't hide.

Your Highness, what are you saying?

I didn't send the strawberries for no reason.

I am aware of it since the beginning.

-No, I-- -Don't deny it.

Because everyone has a talent.

This one is mine.

I know love when I see it.

Did you talk with him?

-Is he also-- -No.

Our Prince doesn't even know and he shouldn't.

It is not possible anyway.

That's what you think.

Men are like little boys, even if they are princes.

We women put what they want and don't want in their minds.

If you want...

...Bayezid to be interested in you, you have to act.

What can I do?

Your Highness, what are you doing?

My violin...

No reason to worry.

There is always a better one.

Lokman Agha.

Melek? What are you doing here?

There is an important matter I need to talk to you about.

-Speak. -Not here.

Let's go to a corner and talk privately.

Fine, you go. I will come and meet you after I'm done.

It said it's important, Agha.

What do you need to do anyway? Guards are here already.

I could hardly leave.

I need to go back, before Her Highness realizes.

The ice wall between His Majesty and Bayezid should melt.

The one with Rustem as well.

I wanted ask you about him.

Rustem has been acting strange for a while.

He doesn't tell me anything.

His Majesty thinks that he is at fault for the assassination attempt.

He is very upset about it.

He should come to his senses soon enough.

I hope so.

How have you been mother?

I heard that you already started sending concubines.

It isn't a secret. She is in the favorites' chamber.

They tried using that weapon on me for years.

Nobody could manage it.

But I have to admit, it is hard to deal with.

So, I decided to take the weapon away from them.

In short, everything is in my power.

Calm down, you aren't going for the first time.

If Sultana Hurrem finds out...

Hurrem isn't here. There is nobody to inform her.

And what if she finds out? It is already done.

Inform His Majesty. His favorite is here.

What if His Majesty doesn't accept me?

Is the world ending? You can come again later.

His Majesty is waiting for you.

Your Highness?

Lady Afife.

I am guessing, you won't tell Hurrem what you saw?

Was this really necessary?

It was already Her Highness who sent her.

Only once.

And she was protected.

If she is doing something nice, she should do it appropriately.

I do not want to overstep my bounds but...

...I think you should stay out of this matter, Your Highness.

Enough blood has been spilled. There is no need for more.

Nobody should be harmed.

Don't worry, when I'm here, there will only be love not blood.

Hold on woman, where are we going?

I am afraid someone will see.

There is nobody around. Tell me, what do you want?

It looks like Sultana Fatma will be here for a long time.

I know nobody here.

I am so lonely.

Nobody helps me.

Help me please.

-Is this the important matter? -It is important for me.

I need someone to talk with.

Sumbul Agha is so hostile towards me.

Yet, I get along well with everyone.

Especially with you.

I don't know how it happened. I was playing on the terrace.

Suddenly, I dropped it.

Oh God, I was going to visit you today.

To listen to you playing the violin.

Really? I am sadder now.

-I wish I could get a new one. -Of course you can.

There are merchants in Galata who sell violins.

I'll tell Sumbul Agha to get one.

Someone who knows about violins should go.

If I am buying a violin, I should pick it.

But I won't be allowed to go.

Come in.

Your Majesty, you summoned me?

I am reading the wishes collected during the Friday prayers.

People wrote a lot about you.

There are tens of complaints about you.

Complaints?

Especially from the merchants.

Apart from the strict measures you took...

...they also say you protect the rich merchants.

With bribery and favoritism.

It is true that I took some strict measures to keep the order, Your Majesty.

But they are against tricksters who threaten people's health.

Judge Ebussuud is always with me.

What's this about the rich merchants?

It is a slander, Your Majesty.

I never favor anyone.

Especially taking bribes? Never in a lifetime.

It is hard to please everyone.

There will be complaints of course.

But these are too much.

I can't even stand the gossip of it.

Don't worry Your Majesty. I'll listen to complainers personally.

If I made a mistake without knowing, I will compensate them.

That's the right thing to do. You may leave.

How is Lady Zeynep?

I hope she is well.

Thanks to God, she is, Your Highness.

She still spends time with children.

As you know, as they grow so do their problems.

Never a truer word spoken.

May God help us.

Amen.

I heard that you had some problems with Shaykh al-Islam, Fenerizade.

I have no problems with anyone, Your Highness.

But, it is true that I disagree on some matters with him.

It is obvious that, you are right about the matter.

His Majesty thinks the same.

As a matter of fact...

...I think...

...it should be you who has that title.

Because you rightfully deserve it, with the experience you have.

You honour me, Your Highness. What can I say?

Whatever the destiny has in store for us, will happen.

But accepting your destiny doesn't mean to sit by idly.

Am I wrong?

You're right, Your Highness.

God bestowed us our minds, so we could think.

To see what's right and wrong...

...and follow the paths we choose.

Then Judge Ebussuud...

...it might be necessary to make some decisions for the sake of the Empire.

I never demanded any of the positions I got, Your Highness.

And I won't.

I will be at wherever His Majesty wants to see me.

I don't doubt that at all.

You just follow the path you think is right.

Our paths will cross one day.

Because we want the same things.

My Prince.

These are for you as well. They are made in Persia.

Who sent them?

There is no end to the gifts, my Prince.

People keep sending them to you.

I was in the kitchen.

We got enough provisions for a year.

Good.

I told you, my Prince.

You shouldn't care a few tactless men.

People of Manisa love you very much.

You were right, Gazanfer.

You may leave.

Did everything go well?

Thanks to you, yes.

How did you get the idea?

You are something else. You really are.

I spent lots of time in palaces of Venice.

But, be careful.

If our Prince finds out that we sent all these gifts...

...and the people who praised him during Friday prayers...

...he would be furious.

He wouldn't show us any mercy.

I know what to do.

Just control other women and Aghas.

-Gazanfer Agha. -Speak.

A woman arrived. She insists on speaking to you.

Who are you? What do you want?

I want to talk with our Prince.

What's the matter? Tell me.

My husband has been killed.

His name was Mahmut. He was a merchant.

It is said that our Prince killed him.

What are you saying? That is impossible.

My husband wouldn't harm anyone.

Why did our Prince do it?

He left me and my children by ourselves.

There is no such thing! Ignore what people say!

There are tens of witnesses.

Speak with our Prince.

I'll talk to the judges if I have to.

I will do whatever it takes to demand justice.

Who are you to complain about the Prince to the judges?

Take her away. Don't let her come here again.

Everyone is equal in the eyes of justice.

I'll talk with the Imperial Council if I have to!

Don't think badly, Judge Ebussuud.

Her Highness must have only wanted to know your opinion on the matter.

I already shared my opinion on Shaykh al-Islam.

For a while now, he is not capable of managing his position.

Then share it with His Majesty.

So nothing bad will happen to that position...

...which needs to be managed properly.

I won't hide what's on my mind from His Majesty, of course.

Especially if it is for the future of the Ottoman Empire.

Your Grace.

Who are you?

What do you want?

I am Hasan, from the Company of Pasha.

Ali Agha sent me.

What is it?

Ali Agha...

...as is the custom, organized a feast for you, our valuable Grand Vizier...

...in our barracks.

If you accept and attend it, we'll be honored.

I will attend, God willing.

I can't thank you enough.

I don't know what I would do without you.

It was an excuse for me to get out as well.

As I was so bored in the palace.

I am so happy that you didn't go to Manisa.

Don't get me wrong. I...

If you had gone to Manisa, we never would have met.

We surely would have one day.

You wish you were there.

You are right. Manisa is an important province.

But still, Kutahya is important as well.

Is it more important than Manisa?

Because you govern there.

Can we look around since we are here?

It won't take long.

How much is this?

4 coins, Agha. It is high quality.

Is it made of gold?

Aren't you ashamed to trick people?!

They asked 2 coins for the same thing second ago, you fool.

-Tell me where, I'll buy some too. -I don't want your damn shoes!

Don't buy them if you don't want to!

Go to hell!

Was that the Prince?

-Wait here. -What is it?

Sumbul is here.

If he sees us, he will immediately tell to my mother, I swear!

Did my eyes play tricks on me?

Would you like some sherbet, Agha?

Get out of my way!

Agha, you can't find fabrics like this anywhere else.

Woman, God sent you to me.

You saved me from a big trouble.

Who was he? Your enemy?

What enemy? Nevermind who he was.

-Thank you for helping. -Of course.

I am happy to help a strong Agha like you.

I knocked everything over.

Forgive me.

Your Highness.

Rustem, did you meet with Ebussuud Efendi?

There is a more important matter, Your Highness.

A messenger came, while I was at the council.

Ali Agha wants to host me at the Janissary barracks tomorrow.

-I hope you accepted it. -I had to.

If I don't go, they'll think that I am afraid of them.

And if I do, it is obvious what will happen.

What could happen?

They can't poison you at their own table.

Everything is possible, Your Highness.

Who can stop them if they try to kill me there?

His Majesty would behead some scapegoats.

And I would stay dead.

You have three shields, Rustem.

One of them is me, the other one is Mihrimah...

...and last one is His Majesty.

No matter how strong our enemy's arrow is...

...it can't reach you without breaking through these shields.

Never forget that.

Look.

You can't find better fabrics than these.

You are right, woman.

I've been looking since morning.

I haven't seen better ones than yours.

I am buying all of them.

God bless you.

What are you doing, in front of everyone? God Almighty...

Forgive me, Pasha. I couldn't hold myself.

Pasha?

You look strong. It is obvious you are a Pasha.

I am a merchant.

I buy and sell goods.

What's your name?

My name is Cevher.

I am a merchant too, not as big as you.

So you are a peddler.

I have to start from somewhere.

Huricihan.

So you got a better one.

What's wrong?

Did our Prince do something to offend you?

No.

On the contrary, it was me.

Trouble shared is a trouble halved.

I don't know how it happened.

It happened so suddenly.

I couldn't stop myself.

I kissed him.

Huricihan...

You had me worried for a second there.

Well done. You thought well.

But I didn't. As I said, it happened suddenly.

When it comes to love, you don't listen to your mind.

You listen your heart.

You lit the first spark.

Actually, you started a huge fire.

It's Bayezid who should think about the rest.

Make way! Prince Bayezid!

Mother, you summoned me?

You were in the market square in disguise again?

And without any guards.

-I am not a child, mother. -Then act like a Prince.

While I am trying to soften your father...

...you are busy buying violins!

Why was Huricihan with you?

What's wrong with it?

I accompanied her to buy a violin.

Is it your job, when we have lots of Aghas?

How can you be so reckless?

Thank God, nobody knows about it except us.

You know what would happen if your father hears of it, do you not?

You can tell him if you like.

I don't care.

Remember when you asked me, why your father chose Selim and not you?

This is the reason.

This is why your father didn't send you to the throne province.

He is right.

Why should he trust you? Look at what you did!

Don't worry, mother.

The Prince both in my father's and your heart...

...is already at Manisa.

The council of the foundation should be chosen as soon as possible.

I sent letters to the most important families in Amasya, Your Highness.

Everyone is interested in it.

We should give a feast.

Learn about they like and prepare gifts for them.

Where is Mihrunnisa?

You don't have to stand.

How are you Nisa? Is your chamber comfortable?

-If you need anything, please tell me. -Thanks to you nothing is missing.

I ordered the tailors.

They are preparing special dresses for you.

They'll visit you some time.

Thank you, Your Highness.

How is the renovation of your ranch going?

When will it be finished?

It will take a few weeks.

Guards should have arrived by then.

I don't understand why you insist on leaving.

It is more appropriate.

I wouldn't want our Prince to be harmed because of me.

Do you love for my lion that much?

Everybody loves our Prince.

He is the future of the Ottoman Dynasty.

Make way! His Grace, Grand Vizier!

Your Grace, welcome.

Please accept my gratitude for accepting my invitation.

I salute you and your brave soldiers.

I am honored to be here with you.

This way, Your Grace.

Your table is ready.

Your Grace, this is your first time you have come to Company of Pasha, isn't it?

I will come more often in the future.

We'd be glad to have you.

Because late Ibrahim Pasha considered this place his own.

That's why we are called Company of Pasha.

Your Majesty, Prince Bayezid is here.

Let him in.

Your Majesty.

Welcome my lion, Bayezid.

I came to say goodbye.

As it is time for me to return to my province.

You said you wanted to stay a little bit longer.

My teacher, Mustafa sent word.

There are matters I should take care of in person, that's why.

Then go.

A prince should be in his province.

If I had any faults, please forgive me.

My Bayezid.

I know that there are some questions in your mind.

I don't know if this will answer them, but listen to me.

While making the decision about Manisa, I realized once again...

...you all have a different place in my heart.

But my love for you is identical, equal.

You love me as a father.

But as a sultan you don't trust me at all.

Is this what you are saying, Your Majesty?

Did I get it right?

I didn't make this decision to be at odds with my sons.

I did it so it doesn't happen.

That's the truth, if you want to understand.

I wish the only problem was that decision.

I know well, what princes think and how they feel.

As once upon a time I was a prince too.

But you, Bayezid, can you understand how a sultan feels?

At this rate, I'll never understand.

Your Grace.

We haven't left the capital for years.

Soldiers want a big campaign.

Big campaigns require big preparations, Ali Agha.

Besides, His Majesty is the one who decides on both war and peace.

Serve Pasha his soup.

Your Grace, what is the meaning of this?

You are our guest.

We don't do wrong by guests.

And we wouldn't let anyone do you wrong either.

It has nothing to do with you, Ali Agha.

I do it in my palace as well, out of precaution.

This is an insult to us, Your Grace.

Who do you think Janissaries are?

Are we so low to take the life of a person we invite to our table?

If we want to take a life, we would confront our enemy...

...and take his head before he realizes what happened.

You overstepped your boundaries!

And then some!

Guards!

The cost of drawing sword against Janissaries is high, Pasha.

Be grateful I don't ask for your head.

You will pay for this.

You'll all pay for this!

Talk with him Mihrimah.

He won't listen to me.

Why do you say so?

Don't you know Bayezid? He is very sensitive.

He made me very angry.

Soften him up.

I will make it up to him later.

Your Highness.

What is it Lady Afife?

Lokman Agha came a while ago.

Prince Bayezid is gone.

He said goodbye to His Majesty and already went to the gardens.

Bayezid...

Okay.

Time for you to return to the palace, brother.

Bayezid don't be stubborn.

Say goodbye to our mother at least.

She'll be so sad.

I don't think so.

God be with you, Cihangir.

As I said, visit me whenever you want to.

Bayezid left the palace.

Didn't you know?

I knew of course.

I was just wondering about you two.

About what you talked.

Come in.

Your Majesty, Lord Nasuh is here. He said it is important.

Let him in.

Your Majesty, Your Highness..

What is it, that is so important, Nasuh?

Janissary barracks is in chaos, Your Majesty.

Rustem Pasha and Ali Agha had a heated argument.

So bad that, swords were drawn.

Do they think they are on a battlefield?!

Where is Rustem Pasha?

He arranged a council meeting, Your Majesty.

If you wish...

That's all we needed...

Nobody can insult the Grand Vizier of this supreme state.

Therefore I will dismiss him.

I think you shouldn't hurry, Your Grace.

It’d be good to talk with His Majesty.

As no one can dismiss the Janissary Commander without His Majesty's approval.

I am sure His Majesty will agree.

Make way! His Majesty, Sultan Suleyman Khan!

Rustem Pasha, is what I heard true?

Swords were drawn in the Janissary barracks?

I was going to come to you to inform you about it, Your Majesty.

What's the matter?

Ali Agha, he exceeded his authority...

...and insulted me and my position, Your Majesty.

I warned him countless times.

But when he threatened to kill me, I had to defend myself, Your Majesty.

I was going to write the dismissal order and bring it to you.

Where is Ali Agha?

-He is waiting outside, Your Majesty. -Bring him in.

Ali Agha, Rustem Pasha says that you threatened to kill him.

Is it true?

Of course not, Your Majesty.

How would I dare to threaten His Grace?

Were the swords drawn for no reason?

I invited His Grace to a feast as is the tradition.

I told him about the problems of the soldiers.

And then the meal was served.

His Grace did something I had never seen before.

He made someone else taste the food that was given to him.

As if we poisoned it.

When I told him that his behavior wasn't taken kindly in the barracks...

...it turned into an argument.

His guards drew swords.

But since he is His Majesty's second, no Janissary did the same.

That's what happened, Your Majesty.

Did the matter about the poison happen?

It isn't anything personal, Your Majesty. I am careful wherever I go.

You may leave.

Captain Pasha, I want a detailed report on what happened.

I will make a decision after that.

Your wish is my command, Your Majesty.

Aren't you Captain Pasha's daughter?

Exactly.

If you touch me, I'll take your lives.

I knew you were up to something.

But this is good. You came to me by yourself.

If I take your life right here, nobody would ever know.

Atmaca?

Are you okay?

I am.

This isn’t good.

The Prince wanted him alive.

This is my fault.

When I saw him, I thought he escaped.

That's why I followed him.

He deserved it anyway.

What will we do? How will we explain it?

Our Prince shouldn't know about you.

There is a way.

A way that'll save both you and us.

Your Highness.

I got some boiled hops for you.

You should drink it.

Thank you, Lady Afife.

I hope you are feeling better.

Sometimes I am not well.

I wake up, drenched in sweat.

But it is getting better.

Your Highness.

Sumbul Agha told me...

...that only you'll choose the concubines who will go to His Majesty.

Is that a problem?

It'd be more appropriate if I do it, Your Highness.

Because I know that it upsets you immensely.

You control Sultana Fatma.

Because I don't want to experience the same things again.

He left because of me.

He was going to leave sooner or later.

Don't get sad for no reason.

He didn't even say goodbye to me.

I am sure, he doesn't want to see me ever again.

You never know.

After all the fire already started.

Come in.

Your Highness.

I was with Valeria.

I mean Nazenin.

I think there is something you should talk to her about.

What are you doing?

Did you take up sewing out of boredom?

I told you.

Don't wait in vain.

Our Prince will never summon you again.

If that is so...

...what am I getting ready for?

What do you mean?

Nurbanu, aren't you ready yet?!

We can't keep the Prince waiting!

Your Highness.

What is it, this late at night?

Did Hurrem learn that we sent you secretly?

No, nobody knows.

Speak girl, what happened?

Despite so many complaints, he drew sword to the Janissaries in their barracks.

If your right hand did something like that, he must had his reasons.

It is being investigated, Hurrem.

I'll find out if he was right or wrong.

You know what's best, of course.

But, successful and loyal statesmen like Rustem are not easily found.

Oh God..

Mihrimah must be upset now.

I told staying here is dangerous for you.

You ignored me, Mihrunnisa.

As it wasn't enough, you followed the man.

What if you were harmed?

As you can see, I am so fine.

I was the one who killed him.

It is still unacceptable.

Nevermind risking your life, you ruined our plan!

Rustem...

If he suspects that traitor's death, our scheme will be revealed.

Don't worry about it, my Prince.

Guard Commander had this letter.

Rustem Pasha sent it.

It is all going according to plan.

Rustem Pasha worries for his life.

It goes for you too.

Because as long as you stay here, your life will be in danger.

I don't care.

I couldn't leave, even if I wanted to.

Even if I left...

Even if I left, my heart would stay here.

What have I done?

What do you think Fidan?

It is obvious that she is interested in our Prince, Your Highness.

She is with him at every opportunity.

That's why she insisted on staying in Amasya.

Who are you?

The woman who makes you forget about everything.

Do you remember me?

Nurbanu.

Sometimes I think you are unaware of me.

I hope I am wrong.

Otherwise, I'd be very sad.

You are always in my mind.

Did you put a spell on me, woman?

Who knows?

We haven't been alone for some time.

If you wish, we can go to Edirne together.

That'd be great.

Forest climate will be good for you.

What are you doing here?

I must see His Majesty.

Are you crazy or what?

His Majesty is with Sultana Hurrem.

You can't come here whenever you want.

Know your place.

Lokman Agha.

You heard the woman.

Inform His Majesty.

As you order, Your Highness.

Come in.

Your Highness.

Excuse me for disturbing.

But Sultana Fatma is here.

Let her in.

Sorry for disturbing, Your Majesty.

Your concubine is still inexperienced.

She isn't aware of the rules.

She got excited and came here.

Your Majesty.

Your concubine is pregnant.

You'll have a child.

Hopefully a prince.