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Pasha had many admirers.

-May he rest in peace. -Amen.

Amen.

What happened, mother?

There are so many women trying to dig each other's graves...

one of them will eventually fall into that grave.

When I was young, I thought death was a way...

to say goodbye to the mortal world.

Who would willingly walk to death?

Who would get undressed in front of a dragon?

Those who have seen death, move away!

Those who have seen resurrection, hurry up!

Whoever thinks death is virtue, would sacrifice their own life.

Whoever thinks it as a wolf, would stray away from the path.

Son, death is to each their own.

It's an enemy for the enemy, a friend for the friend.

One of us should lead the fleet.

We can not let this opportunity slide away.

Pasha has many captains.

-The most experienced will be chosen. -That's what I'm afraid of.

If someone like the late Chief Admiral comes into the position...

they'll bombard us all the way from the sea.

-Rustem will take care of it, mother. -We'll see.

I'm worried about you.

About you and Rustem.

-Why? -You'll tell me that.

I heard you are sleeping in separate beds.

Rustem told you that?

You must have forgotten, I have ears and eyes everywhere.

He is nervous for a long time.

I wanted to prevent unnecessary arguments.

He's been through bad things.

You should support him as his wife.

Let's not deal with this while we're neck deep in trouble.

I'm molding Mihrimah accordingly.

Don't be surprised if she kicks Rustem out of the house.

It won't be easy while Hurrem is around.

She will do everything to prevent it.

-She's busy with her own problems. -So are we.

Today we lost our greatest ally.

May he rest in peace.

I hope you have another plan instead of whining and crying.

Of course.

Pasha's family will follow his lead.

Mightiest captains support us as well.

Especially Captain Turgut.

It's important that he becomes the Chief Admiral.

We need your help.

I'll do my best.

His Majesty will make the right decision.

God willing.

God willing.

-Are you still here? -Thanks to you.

You have done me a great favor.

I gave His majesty a child. I became a Sultana.

I know, Valeria. You gave birth to a girl.

Nazenin.

Today a girl, tomorrow a boy...

I am the Sultan's favorite. And you?

Mere favorite of a prince!

From now on you will bow before me. And call me Sultana.

Cecilia.

Do not get carried away, Valeria! You'll be crushed under it.

Carried away? I'm rich now.

A chamber, clothes, gold, jewelery...

There is a saying in our lands, if you remember...

The fool and his money will quickly go their separate ways...

We all made some mistakes.

But His Majesty always ignore Selim's mistakes.

After the incident at Manisa...

I heard that His Majesty dismissed Selim's mentor.

And the case will be opened again.

It's not a punishment, Cihangir.

His Majesty just wants Selim to clear his name in front of justice.

If it was me, I'd definitely be exiled.

That's what you say, but His Majesty forgave you just yesterday.

What happened?

He came to the capital without permission.

-Also, him and Huricihan-- -Cihangir!

You're going to hide it from Brother Mustafa, what everyone knows?

Say it!

Say that you love Huricihan, and that's the reason you of your arrival.

It is true?

You know the traditions, Bayezid.

Such relationships are not allowed.

I know, brother.

I should have never come here.

But I couldn't restrain myself.

Now Huricihan feels troubled because of me.

Why have you gone silent? Because I arrived?

Your Highness, where are you going?

Am I supposed to report to you?

Of course not! I would not dare!

But seeing you here, so close to Prince Bayezid's chambers...

I hope you don't intend to see the Prince.

I came to see Prince Cihangir.

Unfortunately, he is not in his room.

Your Highness, you know very well what happened.

I believe staying away from the princes would be the best option for you.

Nothing significant, we were just chatting.

Come, join us.

I can leave if I bother someone.

Do not start Selim. I'm already troubled, don't push me!

We wonder who father will choose as the Chief Admiral.

A new Chief Admiral should be chosen eventually.

-Who do you think will be elected? -Whoever His Majesty wants, Cihangir.

What an amazing opinion!

Do you rule Manisa this way?

Although, I saw with my own eyes how you manage it.

Bayezid, where's that anger coming from?

Is it because you fell on your own sword?

I just wanted to reveal your true face!

But I didn't have to, His Majesty found out everything already.

You killed an innocent shopkeeper.

Then you silenced his wife with money and threats.

For what?

For the fact that he just told the truth!

Bayezid, calm down.

And what about your actions, Bayezid?

You crept into my province like an enemy.

I am sure you set that shopkeeper on me!

This is your goal.

You do whatever it takes to humiliate me!

You don't have to be humiliated Selim!

Father sent you there to turn you into a man!

-I'm sure he regrets it already! -Watch your mouth Bayezid!

Or what? Will you get me killed like that poor shopkeeper?

If you say one more word...

I'm not scared of you!

Enough!

You know Bayezid's nature. Do not provoke him!

Am I faulty here, brother?

We all know what has happened.

You should admit that you did not behave as a prince!

It is true.

Instead of being ashamed, you still threatened Bayezid.

Before you blame me, look in the mirror.

I know exactly what you are doing!

Look at me!

Stop! Don't get me angry!

Come in.

-My condolences. -Thank you.

May God give you patience.

Chief Admiral was an irreplaceable commander.

-May he rest in peace. -Amen.

There are only few people left in this world that I can trust.

You two are among them.

Your presence gives me strength.

Chief Admiral is of high value to us.

But we have no other choice.

You'll get rid of Mihrunnisa.

-Pasha, Your Grace. -Sokollu.

There is an important matter that we should talk.

But not here, in public.

Just say it, I don't have the time.

Has His Majesty made a decision on who will become the next Chief Admiral?

Not yet. Why are you wondering about it?

Just now, Captain Piri has summoned before Him.

I think it's related to this matter.

I am aware.

Captain Piri is an experienced navigator and scholar.

In addition, he is not our enemy.

He was the first to congratulate me on my promotion.

-So did you recommend him? -No.

No matter what, we should avoid having a a powerful person as a Chief Admiral.

We might have problems in the future.

I agree with you.

That's why I recommended some names to Sultana Hurrem.

Which subject can even escape the arrows of the God?

All of us will pass away someday.

-May the Almighty grant you a long life. -Amen.

You know that state matters cannot be neglected.

I have to appoint a new Chief Admiral as soon as possible.

You sail on the seas since the reign of my grandfather, Sultan Bayezid.

Your books and maps are a guide to our sailors.

First, I would like to consult to you in this matter.

Your Majesty, I am honored. You complimented your humble servant.

May he rest in peace...

If the late Captain Pasha was a sea lion...

you are the sage the seas.

Tell me what's in your heart.

Your Majesty knows the best.

While the death of such a strong sailor like Captain Pasha upsets us...

the Christian world is rejoicing about it.

He was a wrath upon them for years.

That's true.

That is why it is important to keep the same order in the fleet...

created by the late Pasha.

A strong and experienced captain...

that will follow Pasha's footsteps should be chosen.

Your Grace.

Captain Turgut.

I have come give my condolences to the Pasha's family.

Me too.

We're all in sorrow over his death.

Late Pasha wanted to see the day you take the throne.

Just like us.

Fate had other plans.

Captain Turgut.

I want to see you leading the fleet after the Pasha.

As the navy will have many victories under your command.

Your Grace honors me.

Yavuz, stay with the prince. I have an errand to run.

-What happened? -Do not ask questions.

You only need to know this much.

After all that I've been through, I won't be defeated now.

Barbarossa was a great sailor but he was headstrong.

Captain Turgut is the same.

His Majesty must be informed about these things.

Sokollu recommended you several sailors.

Yes.

They are suitable for this position.

I'm also running an investigation. I'll choose someone and report back.

No need.

I've already made up my mind.

Sokollu Mehmet Agha.

He's a smart, wise man. Experienced in the navy as well.

Most importantly, he proved his loyalty towards us.

Where did the idea of Sokollu come from?

I have been thinking about it for a long time.

Didn't you say we shouldn't choose a powerful person?

Yes but..

Sokollu is the most suitable one.

Not only me but also His Majesty praises his services.

I do not know how true it is.

But they say you only grow up when your father's dead.

I was happy to never grow up and remain his little daughter forever.

I've never felt so lonely.

I have always been proud of my father's love...

even when he punished me for my mistakes.

My father is gone now.

You have me.

I'm here to give you strength...

to make you forget your loneliness.

From now on our fates are bound together.

You had a fight with your brother again.

You need to end this hostility between you and Bayezid.

You should say this to him, mother.

As it was him who sneaked into my province...

and complained about me to my father.

You're not that innocent yourself.

I know about the letter you wrote to your father.

Prince Bayezid!

Mother.

Bayezid.

Selim.

Have a seat.

You're probably complaining about me again.

That's what you do, Bayezid.

At least do not argue by my side!

I do not care who is right and who is wrong!

You will end this dispute tonight!

What's done is done. It will stay in the past.

It is impossible mother. You have called me in vain!

I agree with Bayezid for the first time, mother.

You can see that it is not even possible to speak with him.

Mother.

-Excuse me. -Bayezid.

I see that you think Selim is your rival.

But don't do this!

Your actual rival is Prince Mustafa.

You need to learn who your friends and enemies are.

I know my friends and enemies well, mother.

You stay out of this.

What punishment His Majesty gave to Bayezid for coming to the capital?

He forbade him to keep in touch with Huricihan.

That's all?

There's no greater punishment for someone in love..

That's true.

But His Majesty's sense of justice is weird.

For coming to the capital myself...

he made me execute Ali Agha.

His Majesty thought that was your appropriate punishment.

Because you are surrounded by statesmen who support and love you.

They may also be gone someday.

Everyone I hold precious are passing away one by one.

Brother, you do not need to lose hope.

The Janissaries are still with you.

Captains, governors...

Count me in too.

Brother; your support, your presence...

is the most important one.

Let your troubles flow like a stream of water.

Tell me what worries you.

Tell me so that you'll feel cleansed.

Tell me to remind yourself that you are not alone.

Hurrem, I'm thinking about my sons.

About Mustafa, Selim, Bayezid...

They make such mistakes...

that I began to blame myself and not them.

A single word from me...

a single decision makes one happy...

while the others drown by sorrow.

Suleiman, it's impossible to make everyone happy.

But they'll understand the reason of your decisions...

and how it benefits all of them, one day eventually.

So you say?

You know the story of Prophet Moses and the Prophet Khidr.

When you are at the crossroads...

not knowing what do do, remember that.

It will help you.

If so, this time you tell the story.

I want to hear it from your sweet tongue one more time.

Moses and Khidr set sail on a ship.

The ship's owner does not want any money from any of them.

During the journey, Khidr tells Moses,

that he should be patient and ask no questions.

But during the voyage, a sparrow lands on the edge of the ship.

And it drinks from the sea.

At that moment, Khidr tears some of the planks from the ship's floor.

Moses gets surprised.

He asks, "Is that how you repay kindness?"

The Prophet Khidr tells him to be patient.

Finally they reach the shore.

They meet a small boy on their way.

Khidr kills the boy.

Moses can't stand it...

and accuses Khidr of killing an innocent child.

Khidr replies, "I told you that you cannot show patience.”

They continue to their journey.

They come across a wall that is about to collapse.

Khidr tries to repair the wall.

Moses tells him that he's trying in vain.

Khidr looks at Moses and tells him...

they should go their separate ways because he's impatient.

And he begins to explain to him:

"I wanted to make the ship look old."

"As there's a cruel king on the shore."

"He forcefully seizes pretty ships."

I killed that boy because...

when he grows up he would torment his father and mother.

And about the wall...

That wall belongs to two orphans.

When they grow up, they will find a treasure hidden under the wall.

Until then, it should remain intact.

Then the Prophet Moses understands everything.

There's good in every evil, and evil in every good.

There's a sorrow in every blessing, and a blessing in every sorrow.

And nothing is as it looks.

Suleiman...

Do not expect your sons to understand your every decision.

You decide for yourself what you think is right.

Hurrem...

The death of Chief Admiral reminded me of own my mortality and loneliness.

But your sweet lips and shiny eyes have made me forget everything.

You are the only person I trust completely.

Come in, Atmaca.

I was told you were here yesterday.

Since the Chief Admiral is dead...

his daughter Mihrunnisa does not pose a threat to us.

Do you still want me to take her life?

Our problem is not with the Pasha's daughter, Atmaca.

As you know...

It is strictly forbidden for princes to get married.

A small spark can burn everything down.

Our journey is coming to an end.

We cannot afford the smallest obstacle.

The prince will not let this slide.

We are talking about the future of the Ottoman Empire.

When thousands of people are ready to die for it...

what is the worth of Mihrunnisa's life?

Fulfill your duty as soon as possible.

Everyone is pointing to Captain Turgut, Rustem.

What do you say?

Captain Turgut is very similar to the late Chief Admiral.

And not only in terms of bravery...

he is also independent and vicious like Hayreddin Barbarossa.

He is head strong.

He bombarded Venetian shores without orders.

Personally, I think that the Chief Admiral should be...

someone who knows our traditions well and takes heed to the Council.

I think you are thinking about a specific name.

The Chief Doorguard Mehmet Agha is worthy of this position.

He is brave and fought alongside with Hayreddin Barbarossa.

He's well informed about the navy.

But the most important thing is that he's a loyal servant...

who were raised in the palace academy.

Send word to both Mehmet Agha and to Captain Turgut.

I want to talk to them as soon as possible.

As you wish, Your Majesty.

-Welcome. -Cevher, look what I brought you.

Come inside.

What is it?

I brought you halwa with pistachios.

I couldn't eat it without you.

It smells beautiful. Sit down and I'll feed you myself.

It is impossible.

It was hard for me to get out of the palace. I must return immediately.

What is this rush?

The situation is bad. The palace is like a boiling cauldron.

Sultana Hurrem would want me by her side.

You didn't miss me at all, I can tell.

Cevher dear...

What do you mean?

Your longing makes my heart burn.

If you want, I will stay.

But if they don't find me in the palace...

they will not let me go outside ever again.

-Is this what you want? -I do not.

You're the only thing I want.

I will come again at the first opportunity.

Bayezid, this is so dangerous.

If the Sultan finds this out, we'll start this all over again.

We'll suffer again.

I know that, but I had to see you.

What we do is wrong.

-What will happen to us now? -I have no idea.

I only know that I will not give up on you and on our love.

-What's up? -Fahriye!

She's always following me, breathing down my neck.

What happened?

I remembered the day we went to buy a violin.

We hid like this on that day too.

Something else happened that day.

I have to go.

I am doing everything I can for Your Highness.

Do you know that Selim wrote a letter about Bayezid to the capital?

Unfortunately.

If I had known about it, I would've prevented it.

Your birth is getting close.

How is your health?

I'm fine, Your Highness.

I look forward to giving His Grace a son.

Don't let your guard down just because you are pregnant.

Do not fall to pride even if you give birth to a prince.

I sent you to Manisa.

And I can bring you back if you make a slightest mistake.

You will not have to do this, Your Highness.

Because I will never disobey your commands.

I will do whatever it takes for His Grace.

Whatever it takes.

There's nothing to worry about Mustafa.

Captain Turgut will lead the navy, that is for sure.

Nobody deserves it more than him.

This is the wisest choice, Your Highness. He definitely deserves it.

But they'll try to prevent it, no matter what.

Come in.

Your Grace, Your Highness.

-I just talked to Lokman Agha. -What did he tell you?

His Majesty will have an audience with Captain Turgut and Doorguard Mehmet Agha.

It seems to me that His Majesty will make a decision.

He may invite Captain Turgut, but who is Mehmet Agha?

Why did he call him? Who is this man?

It doesn't matter who he is, but to whom he serves.

You stay here, Sumbul.

This palace has too many people in it.

Just in case.

Do not worry, Your Highness.

His Grace Grand Vizier Rustem Pasha!

Their Graces.

Tell me, Captain Turgut.

If I assign you as the Chief Admiral...

will you follow the footsteps of late Chief Admiral...

or make your own way?

Hayreddin Barbarossa's path led to many victories over the infidel.

Of course I will follow him.

We were born on the sea and we shall die on the sea.

We do what the sea commands, Your Majesty.

Our Great Sultan Suleiman Khan...

appoints...

Doorguard Mehmet Agha as the Chief Admiral.

Tell me, Sokollu Mehmet.

If I appoint you as the Chief Admiral...

what path will you follow?

Will you follow Hayreddin Barbarossa's footsteps...

or make your own way?

I have been serving Your Majesty faithfully for 13 years.

I was your stable, walker, armorer and the main taster.

And now I am your doorguard.

I earn my livelihood from you.

I spent my days and nights for Your Majesty's sake.

I will neither take the path of the late Chief Admiral...

nor will I follow my own path.

Like all your other subjects, my path is your path, Your Majesty.

In addition...

Captain Turgut was appointed as the Admiral of the Black Sea fleet.

Congratulations.

This time they will not be able to influence His Majesty.

At the end of Council, we will hear the good news.

What he is doing?

God, help me!

Sumbul Agha?

Your Highness.

Your Highness, I had a pearl rosary.

Its' string snapped and pearls are scattered.

Such a shame.

Is the Council meeting over?

What Council?

Is the Council gathering today? I swear I didn't know.

Where is Hurrem? We were told she was not in her room.

She probably went for a walk in the garden.

With permission, I have to collect my pearls.

I don't understand why you're here, in this secluded part.

I have to walk around the palace.

I have to know who's doing what.

I feel sorry for you.

One day you will die running after Hurrem.

Your Highness.

God...

God you saved me!

The Council meeting has come to an end.

May your duty be blessed.

I hope you'll deserve the generosity of His majesty.

I hope so, Your Grace. That is my only desire.

Sokollu, you stay.

Congratulations.

Not everyone can rise in the ranks as fast as you.

It is thanks to Sultana Hurrem and of course to you, the Grand Vizier.

It was me who recommended you to the Sultan.

If you forget that and act on your own...

you'll fall so hard from the ranks...

that your wings will break.

Do not worry about this, Pasha.

If not me, Sultana Hurrem does.

I vouched for you.

Know its worth.

Do not embarrass me

-You're the most generous, Pasha. -Good.

You may leave.

I didn't build this for nothing.

I understand it clearly one more time.

I can't even trust Rustem sometimes.

What's going on? Bad news?

Everything's alright for now.

Sokullu became a Pasha, he took charge of the fleet.

Your Highness, what a great news.

At last the wind blows in our favor.

Your Highness.

With permission, I would like to leave the palace.

I have something to do in the bazaar.

What's up Sumbul? Your errands never end these days.

Harem errands are endless.

Do not waste time. Come back soon. I might need you anytime.

As you command sultana. I'll be back like the wind, God willing!

As you ordered, I asked about Mehmet Sokollu.

He opposes us, right?

He is with Sultana Hurrem and Rustem Pasha.

For many years, he has been serving His Majesty.

He tries to be seen as neutral.

However, since Rustem Pasha left for Herzegovina...

Sokollu won Sultana Hurrem's favor.

He got His Majesty's attention thanks to Sultana Hurrem.

The fleet is under their command now.

It's not that easy, Taslicali.

After all, the captains are on my side.

If Sokollu stands against me, he will not remain in his position for long.

I agree with you.

But I hope we are not fooling ourselves.

Mihrunnisa.

Come in, Atmaca.

I wanted to pack up my father's belongings before we leave for Amasya.

I will take them with me.

Even if you are Barbarossa, it's no good...

You can't escape death.

Wherever you are, it finds you.

My father brought this back from the Nice campaign.

I want you to keep it.

It will be a memory from him.

You should keep it.

My father liked you very much.

If not, he wouldn't entrust me to you, right?

Take it as a gift from him.

I've been setting up the table for so many nights.

I've been waiting for you for so long.

I did not have the opportunity to come.

I could only come today.

I do not even have one day off.

What happened?

I'm hungry like a wolf. Let me eat first and then tell you.

What do you have in this jug?

From Cyprus. Very famous.

Thank you, I do not like such drinks.

But I will have a sip for your beautiful face.

Do not say that.

Once you have a taste, you will not be able to stop yourself.

Especially in such a loving atmosphere...

It's sour.

This is no good.

We're losing our strongholds one by one

Mahidevran, do not be so depressive.

Maybe Sokollu will support Mustafa, how do you know?

I do not think so...

Each day my prince becomes more and more lonely.

It's nothing like that!

Even if Mustafa was left alone, he can deal with any problem.

The day will come, when we celebrate the victory.

Huricihan, did you come here?

I decided to take a walk to get some fresh air.

Do you want to use the bathhouse? It'll be good for you.

Alright.

I came in the afternoon, but no one knew where you were.

Where did you disappear?

I went to the marble palace.

Sokollu is appointed as the Chief Admiral.

I heard about it.

I hope it is a good choice for all of us.

Everything that saddens Mustafa is good for me.

I know how you respect and love Mustafa.

But Selim and Bayezid should be of higher value to you.

Of course they are.

That's why I came to talk to you.

The hostility between Selim and Bayezid should end before it grows even more.

I tried, but they both ignored me.

When they were children, I'd beat them and make them do everything I want.

But now it is impossible.

Their problems increase with their age.

I will hold a feast in my palace.

All my brothers will participate in it.

We should establish the peace somehow.

Good idea.

But it will be difficult to reconcile them.

I hope they do not argue again.

Mother, I'll take care of it.

-Bayezid? -Huricihan?

What are you doing here?

There are things I must tell you.

I thought Sultana Fatma is on your side, but she's not.

She only cares for Prince Mustafa.

Stating the obvious.

Don't be sad. Brother Mustafa will not hurt me.

But still, be careful.

What I see and hear in this palace terrifies me greatly.

I see that you are lonely and left alone.

And you are afraid that something bad will happen to me.

Mother is on my side.

She said that I was her favorite.

It is easy to make promises in times of peace.

But will they support it when the war begins?

Put it down here.

What is this Canfeda? Didn't I tell you I want no wine in this room?

Like the prince listens to us!

Come in.

Isn't His Grace here?

He's not. Did something happen?

Sultana Mihrimah will hold a feast in her palace.

I'll inform the Prince when he arrives. It's an honor for us.

Not you, woman.

It's held especially for the Princes.

It's really hard to stop...

Enjoy it, Pasha.

I've been keeping it for you.

I wanted to run to you but I could not.

All the princes are in the palace.

And with them their concubines, favorites, Aghas...

The palace is bursting at the seams, they're all in the palace.

Sokollu became the Admiral, so we're relaxed for the moment.

Who is Sokollu?

He is a very grim man.

I almost got caught because of him.

I've lost my pearl rosary because of him.

I didn't get it at all.

You were talking about Sokullu, then a pearl rosary?

There are two Sultanas...

When Sultana Hurrem was in her room, I was standing guard.

And then the Sultanas appeared in front of me all of a sudden.

They asked me why was I standing there.

How should I have answered?

I stripped off the pearl rosary and broke it.

I still do not understand.

What's wrong with the fact that Sultana Hurrem was in her room?

Who can interfere with her?

This is a secret chamber.

We built it for Sultana Hurrem...

so that she could eavesdrop the Council's debates.

Would you look at that?

Such a cunning woman is Hurrem.

Indeed.

Sultana can even trick the devil.

Your Grace.

This is for you.

Come in.

Your Highness.

Did my invitation reach Sokullu?

I personally witnessed it.

He was so surprised.

Even your name is enough to excite a man.

We'll see how my appearance will affect him.

I hope he chooses the right side.

Put it there on the table.

I do not like the color of the pillows, bring darker ones.

-Sultana. -Welcome Rustem.

When I learned that you are organizing a feast, I wanted to come early.

Only my brothers are invited to dinner.

You know the situation, I'm trying to reconcile them.

Please understand.

A feast for the dynasty, it seems.

You're right. There's no room for me here.

But you should have informed me beforehand.

I would tell you this might lead to unpleasant results.

I hope I'm wrong.

Have a nice evening.

Come in.

Why did you come?

They told me that you asked for wine, I interrupted it.

Not here Selim, you have to be more careful.

Mind your own business, Nurbanu!

What's wrong?

Why are you behaving like that?

Can't you show more patience?

You have to get ready for tonight.

You're going to Sultana Mihrimah's palace.

I'm not going anywhere. I won't join it.

You must. Or you'll be seen as the black sheep.

Why should I go, Nurbanu?

What will change?

They are united against me.

You must do what's right despite everything.

Play the game by its rules.

Let them do mistakes.

From the moment I learned that I will be a father,

I started thinking about my childhood more.

The times when everything was just a game.

Time is after all our lost innocence.

And experience is pain.

In that case, do not go.

Let others think that you are scared.

-Brother Mustafa. -My Princes.

-Welcome. -Thank you.

What a beauty! You're dazzling again!

Bayezid! Don't! Don't!

Welcome. It's an honor to host you in my palace.

Is the table ready? I'm so hungry I could even eat you Mihrimah.

I'm also starving.

Where's Selim? Why didn't he come with you?

Cihangir?

We waited for him but he didn't show up.

I'm guessing he didn't want to join.

My invitation does not mean anything?

Let him do what he wants.

It's better without him. At least we'll have fun.

Beyezid! Please!

I don't want any incidents tonight.

We should have a good time all together.

If Selim can hold his tongue, there won't be any incidents.

Do not be afraid. I will warn him too.

If he comes.

Have a seat, make yourself comfortable.

I'll be right back.

What is going on? Don't you see that I'm busy?

Prince Selim is in the palace. However...

-However what? -He is not alone.

I warned him to come alone.

Who did he come with?

You said he was really surprised. Where is this man?

Maybe Sultana Hurrem prevented him.

I wouldn't be surprised.

He's here, Your Highness!

Let's see what kind of a man is the new Chief Admiral.

Come in.

Your Highness.

Welcome, Mehmed Pasha.

Forgive me for making you wait.

I had to come unnoticed.

-That's why... -I like cautious people.

Leave us, Melek.

Beloved brother...

I thought you'd come alone.

Prince, please forgive me if I bothered you.

No bother. Welcome brother.

Brother.

Gulbahar, we will have one more guest.

Your duty is important.

I wanted to congratulate you personally.

Thank you, Your Highness.

But I guess you do not just want to congratulate me.

I see that you are smart.

I want to get to know you better.

As far as I know, you are following Hurrem's path.

I'm on His Majesty's side, Your Highness.

However, my respect for Sultana Hurrem is eternal.

Just like the other Sultanas.

There are always other paths, for eyes that want to see.

There's no need for other paths...

for someone who only does his duty.

If you're insisting on your choice, then so be it.

My advice to you is to be careful.

You might be forced to serve some people..

But if the conditions were to change, that obligation would be erased as well.

I will consider your advice, Your Highness.

If you excuse me.

When Bayezid was a child, he would chase me around with a wooden sword.

I would always defeat him, of course.

I wonder why you are the only one who knows this story.

See what I found.

Didn't the Venetian Bailo gift this to father?

Yes, he gave it to me.

It's made by Milanese masters.

Milan? How does it work?

If we open it, we can examine the mechanism.

I don't think it's that hard.

Don't you dare!

We can't fix it if you break it!

I haven't forgotten what you did earlier.

What was it, Your Highness?

When you have too many brothers, this is what happens.

Bayezid broke it to pieces.

I am not guilty. Selim said there are djinns inside.

I'm innocent.

So it's a habit from childhood...

that you blame me for your own mistakes.

You shouldn't have come here, Taslicali.

Tens of guards now protect me.

The Prince ordered me to command the guard.

We have to be careful until we go to Amasya.

My father is being replaced by a doorguard.

The prince's enemies are getting stronger each day.

They circle him like poison ivy.

Are the bad days close, Taslicali?

Throw those thoughts off your head.

Despite everything, our future is bright.

Your presence gives power to the Prince.

This is between us...

I've never seen our Prince like this.

Me neither.

He is the only one who supports me in these difficult days.

Soon I will need to worry about myself too.

Did something happen?

No.

We'll talk about it later.

My Lord...

We've already warned you, woman.

Duty comes first before anything!

What do I do?

Should we head up to my room, my Lord?

You are very sad.

I'll make you forget everything.

Can you really do that?

I don't have to forget everything.

I just need to forget about one thing.

What is it about?

Are you talking about a woman?

I saw her for the first time at the bank of a river.

I do not remember what day it was.

But it was spring.

Or winter. I cannot recall.

Her hair haunts me.

Her hair, flowing strong like a river.

And her eyes..

Her eyes were bluer than the sky.

Deep like the sea.

When you stare into them...

you'd lose yourself in her eyes.

She is a beautiful woman, obviously.

Have you ever killed anyone?

I have.

Dozens. Hundreds of people.

But I do not remember any face.

I have erased them all from my memory.

What about now?

Will I be able to forget it this time?

Can I get her out of my mind?

It's 6 months old, Your Highness. I hope it will be a healthy delivery.

God willing.

Amen.

I hope your son will be as brave and healthy as Bayezid's sons.

-About that. How are my nephews? -They're fine.

I would like to visit you in your provinces.

I want to start with Amasya.

Whenever you want, Mihrimah.

I will be waiting for you.

But let me know beforehand, so I can host you the best way possible.

As Bayezid came to my province discreetly...

I did not have any time to prepare.

Selim is right, Mihrimah.

You better inform him, otherwise you may be unpleasantly surprised.

Bayezid! Selim!

Leave us...

Whatever happened between you, you will solve it while we're here.

You do not have the right to disturb anyone!

Brother Mustafa is right. Your quarrel worries us.

He's the one who likes doing secret stuff.

How are you able to look straight into our faces...

Bayezid! Stop it!

You have a leverage now. Bring it on!

No one has that intention, Selim.

On the contrary, Mihrimah gathered you here to put an end to it.

I can clearly see who is doing what, brother.

Nurbanu, we're leaving.

Sure you'll run.

You don't have your yes-men who you pay to praise yourself!

-Bayezid! -What's that supposed to mean?

Ask him.

If he's shameless enough, maybe he'll tell you.

Selim! Bayezid! Stop it!

Selim, stop it!

Cihangir, are you okay?

I said stop it!

Brother do something!

Selim. stop it!

Bayezid. leave him alone! Stop!

Stop it!

Bayezid! Leave him be!

-Brother! -Stop it!

Enough!

What do you think you're doing?

It's all because my father appointed me to Manisa, right?

Your brotherhood means nothing!

You're all blinded by jealousy!

Selim!

How did you turn into this?

When?

I know you've never got along well, but...

that's too much. It's too much Bayezid!

I didn't want to do this by your side.

We spoiled the night.

But you saw it, he attacked me.

You should have controlled yourself, no matter what Bayezid.

It will bad for you both, if His Majesty hears about it.

This is Selim we're talking about. He must be talking to His Majesty right now.

-He must be exaggerating the incident! -We are all witnesses.

You were right brother.

I should not have tried to reconcile them.

What's done is done. We should think ahead.

I hope Selim doesn't tell anyone.

Then everything will stay between us.

They're trying to kill me already.

While my father is still alive!

Even though we have time until the real fights begin...

I saw it, my prince. I saw everything.

They bonded together and treat you unfairly.

It's not right to treat you this way. They cannot.

They have the right to what? To talk?

I know it, I'm not stupid

They think I'm not worthy of Manisa.

That I don't deserve there.

That my father made a wrong decision.

Look, you see this ring?

My father gave this ring to me.

To show his love and support for me.

That's what my brothers are after.

I don't want it anymore!

Let them have it. I don't want any of it!

Judging by what I heard from the servants...

it began nicely at first, Your Majesty.

They had a conversation just like the old days.

They were in a good mood.

And what happened afterwards?

Nurbanu, what are you doing? You'll get in trouble.

I know what I'm doing.

Inform Sultana Hurrem that I need to talk to her. This is important.

You can tell me.

No. I have to meet her in person.

You will have to wait until tomorrow.

Because Her Highness has already gone to bed.

Prince...

Nisa, my sun.

What's up, Atmaca?

You keep getting distracted.

Thinking about the future.

What will happen next.

Don't think too much. We live what's written our fate.

No one can know, or no one can change what will happen.

Of course.

No dagger can cut through the fate's web.

I miss you so deeply, I feel like I'm drowning in your absence.

I have enough of these secret meetings.

Do not worry.

When the preparations are over, we will return to Amasya.

I want to return as soon as possible.

My roots in Istanbul withered away..

I don't feel like I belong here.

Our love has blossomed is Amasya.

Away from these quarrels and fights, we will take root there.

I was looking for you last night.

You said you'd stay in the palace, but you left early.

I thought there was a feast organized by Sultana Mihrimah.

Weren't you there?

You answer my question!

I went to the palace appointed to me by His Majesty.

I will live there now.

From now on, I will be informed of every step you take!

In addition, I'll be joining you for the first visit you'll do to the navy.

As you wish, Your Grace.

Yavuz!

Come closer.

You sent word, saying it's important.

Last night Sumbul Agha was with me.

He got drunk and blurted out such important matters, you should know.

Then start talking woman!

Hurrem has built a secret chamber for herself in the palace!

She listens to the Council from there.

Are you sure?

Come in.

What's up, Atmaca?

I'm here to escort you, Mihrunnisa.

That early? I'm not even done preparing yet.

Do not worry. We took care of everything.

-What about my stuff? -We'll take care of them.

Alright then. Let me put on something first.

Mustafa, it seems you're upset.

If you're worried about Sokullu, it's unnecessary.

He's a tough man.

But I'll deal with him.

I don't even care about Sokullu, Your Highness.

Then what grieves you, my lion?

The incident last night...

The fratricidal fight began earlier than I thought.

This saddens me so much.

There is nothing to worry about if they're the ones fighting.

Don't say that.

If the blood is shed once...

it will continue to be shed.

And this will affect to everyone.

Selim? What happened?

Guards!

-Guards! -Your Grace?

-Bring me my clothes. -As you wish, Your Grace.

Huricihan?

Are you mad at me?

Of course, Your Highness.

I neglected you, worrying about my own problems.

So be it.

Come in.

Your Highness.

Are you sure?

Can we trust it?

You know how the saying goes, "no smoke without a fire."

We should check it out, Your Highness. What do we have to lose?

If what you say turns out to be true...

Hurrem is done for.

Where are we going?

Did something happen to His Grace? What are you hiding?

Inform Her Highness, I must see her.

Sultana Mihrimah is inside, come back later.

I can't waste time. It might be too late for everything!

God give me patience. Too late for what?

It's no good telling you! Let me see Sultana Hurrem!

You cannot! You will wait, woman!

Don't you understand what I'm saying?

I didn't know the situation was this dire.

They'd have killed each other, if we weren't there.

Woe to me.

My fears turned out to be true.

I've never seen them like this before.

Forgive my mother, but I warned you before.

This matter got out of hand while trying to get rid of Mustafa.

Calm down.

I haven't shown my claws yet.

I know how to make them both behave!

What's going on? Fahriye, I said don't let anyone in!

-I forced my way in, Your Highness. -And you say it shamelessly!

Get out now!

Your Highness, please hear me...

Prince Selim is going to visit His Majesty.

He'll asked to be dismissed from Manisa.

What?

Your Highness.

-Who is the source of the news? -We don't know that, Your Highness.

The Sergeant who came to me...

told me that Hurrem has a secret chamber to eavesdrop on the Council.

Is this the place?

It should be here somewhere.

As it'd be pretty difficult to connect to the Council chamber elsewhere.

Sumbul was walking around here recently.

Bring me a candle.

Tell His Majesty that I'm here.

As you wish.

Selim!

What do you think you're doing?

Your Majesty.

Should I let him in?

Let him in.

Do you intend to kill me?

Have you ever thought of the aftermaths of being dismissed from Manisa?

What if His Majesty appoints Mustafa?

You'd fall out of favor! Don't!

Say something. Is this what you want?

Your Grace, His Majesty is waiting for you.

Don't do this, my lion!

There's no return from this.

Come in.

Your Majesty.

I hope it's good news.

What brings you here so early in the day?

Your Majesty, forgive your subject.

I'm at your presence because...

I want my dismissal as Saruhan Governor.

Do you hear what you're saying?

A prince never asks to be dismissed!

I can't carry this burden any longer, Your Majesty.

Allow me to rule another province.

I promote you...

instead of being proud about this...

you think of it as a burden!

I can't think of any other option, father.

I was proud when you first chose me for Saruhan.

I wanted to make you proud!

But I see now, your decision will lead us to disaster.

What disaster are you talking about?

My brothers, Your Majesty.

They just can't accept your decision.

So much so that they try to intimidate me at every chance they get.

According to them, I am miserable.

That I can never rule that province.

That you sent me there to become a man.

I can't have peace ever since that day.

I do not sleep at night.

I don't want to have hostilities with my brothers.

Send me to the farthest province.

So that they can get appointed to their beloved Manisa.

Lokman Agha!

Your Highness, I don't understand what you're doing.

You will, in a second.

I think we found it.

Look.

Look at the light.

It must be hollow behind this wall.

Hold this for me.

Your Highness, how will you open it?

There must be a way.

Finally you are victorious.

You set my sons against each other.

Are you happy now?

You committed one more sin.

You'll pay for it eventually.

It's you who knows the best how to set people against each other.

I don't have such an intention.

Stop acting innocent.

I know what you're doing behind my back.

I will always show mercy and compassion for my brothers.

Even you can't change that.

However...

against you and Rustem...

I will be ruthless.

Mother.

Brother.

Where is this convoy?

How much longer are we going to walk?

I'm talking to you! Where are they?

Atmaca?

Look me in the eyes.

What's going on?

Forgive me.

I didn't want this to happen.

But this was deemed appropriate for the future of our prince.

Will you take my life?

So this was deemed appropriate?

They think that the Prince's secret marriage will harm him, is that it?

Will you be my executioner?

Alright.

Do your duty.

But I have one final wish from you.

Do not shed blood.

As it's forbidden to shed the dynasty's blood.

Dynasty's blood?

I'm not only the wife of His Grace...

If you take my life...

you will also kill the Prince's child within me.

No Your Highness, it's impossible to open this door.

There must be a way around.

Your Highness?

In the name of God, who is merciful and just...

I initiate the Council meeting.

Hurrem, your end is here.

You can never explain this.

Never.

I called you here...

because there is an important matter that I want to tell you.

Or rather, I wanted to remind you.

I appointed Prince Selim To Saruhan province.

Because...

he's a Prince worthy of this duty.

Every word or addressed to him about this matter...

or any action whatsoever...

I deem it made against my will.

About this matter...

if you have any problem or objection to it...

then it's time to talk now.

None of you don't even have a single word to say!

Apparently.

Then hear it one more time and understand.

Our Prince Selim is the Governor of Saruhan province.

And he will continue his duty as long as I breathe.

Whoever comes to my presence to talk about this matter...

will pay a price for it.