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December 1549

Stop the carriage.

Are you alright, Your Majesty?

Your Majesty.

Are the preparations completed?

Everything is ready for the ceremony. We may enter the capital.

If you wish we could go to Seraglio Point, and get in the palace from Marble Mansion.

I left my palace on my horse, and will get back on my horse.

But, your condition...

Mother.

What is going on?

You'd normally feel elated after my father's arrival.

You'd always be happy and joyful.

Yet, I see grief on your eyes now.

And tears.

These are the tears of joy.

As you know, we were away for a long time.

His Majesty Sultan Suleiman Khan!

Your Majesty.

You came back with yet another victory.

Welcome. You've brought us happiness.

Thank you Fatma.

You may leave.

Untie it.

His Majesty is obviously bothered by something.

Let's hope for the best.

His Majesty doesn't look well at all, mother.

Something must have happened.

He must be travel-worn, don't you think so mother?

Go to your chambers.

-Mother. -Bayezid!

My lion prince.

With your permission, I shall call a physician, Your Majesty.

Not now.

What is wrong with His Majesty? He didn't even let us kiss his hands.

We have come a long way, Mihrimah. We are in the same situation.

I told you.

We should let His Majesty rest for a while.

Rustem Pasha.

How was the campaign Bayezid?

I heard that you barely left your tent.

You are mistaken, Selim.

I was on the first front line with my sword during Van battle.

I didn't sit in the palace like you.

You were the one who said that an Empire can be ruled by mind, not by sword.

That's what I did during His Majesty's absence.

Will you keep arguing, instead of catching up?

Physicians should examine it. It can't be disregarded.

You may leave.

At least. let me--

I said you may leave.

Don't let anyone in.

As you wish, Your Majesty.

What are you hiding...

Rustem Pasha?

Tell me the truth.

Your Highness, you are worried in vain.

-Like the Prince said-- -I know he is sick.

You, how did you...

What happened?

What is wrong with him. Tell me.

His Majesty collapsed in front of everyone at the encampment.

Then we learnt that he was sick.

He had a fever on the way back.

What is the disease?

His feet are swollen and infected.

According to the Physician in Chief, it is podagra.

That isn't all.

He has a kind of inflammatory disease too.

Inflammatory?

Physicians don't know what it is yet.

We are the only ones who know about the disease, we will keep it this way.

Until that time, we must take precautions and make our preparations.

What precautions are you talking about?

-Preparation for what? -God forbid...

If the will of God takes place, to enthrone Prince Bayezid in peace...

Do you hear what you are saying Rustem Pasha?

Will you bury His Majesty alive?

Forgive me, Your Highness but it is a serious disease.

There's a fatal chance.

I must consider everything as a Grand Vizier.

Don't! Don't ever consider that!

His Majesty will be cured.

I will find a cure of this disease.

Even if I have to go deep into the depths of hell...

I'll find and get it.

Your Highness.

I gave an order to you before the campaign.

Alqas Mirza.

I told you that he won't come back alive from the campaign.

Where is Alqas Mirza?

What happened to him?

Did you get any news about Huricihan during the campaign?

She is in Kutahya, waiting for me.

I still can't forget what she did, my brother.

I can't forgive her even if I want to.

Just like...

the way I can't give up on her.

There is a punishment for every crime, an end for every punishment.

Huricihan paid the price of her mistake.

Don't punish her and yourself anymore.

We will be away from each other for some more time.

Why did you come here instead of your own province?

Did our father want that?

Come in.

My Princes.

I hope this isn't a bad time.

Of course not, Your Highness. Please.

I am worried about my future husband, Alqas Mirza.

I thought he'd return with you and we'd get married.

Alqas Mirza couldn't provide the Persian and...

Turkmen support that he promised, Your Highness.

Whoever the Turkmens want, that person becomes the Shah.

He put us in a very difficult situation during the campaign.

Therefore His Majesty didn't want him to return with us.

What are you saying, Bayezid?

Where did he go then?

I am not informed, Your Highness.

Ask Rustem Pasha.

He will explain you in detail.

Make way, Lokman.

Forgive me, Your Highness. His Majesty is resting.

I can't let you in.

I know everything.

His Majesty's condition.

What happened to him during the campaign.

Now...

Make way.

Otherwise I will have you beheaded.

Hurrem?

How did you get in?

Lokman?

Not just Lokman but even the whole world couldn't stop me.

I'd walk over them.

My happiness...

My star...

My reason of my existence...

My dear.

Sultan of my heart.

Pity your miserable subject who burnt away because of your absence.

Show mercy.

Let me stay with you.

A least let me hold your blessed hands, Suleiman...

Afife told me everything.

So Afife didn't heed to me?

Dismissed my orders?

Suleiman.

Afife passed away.

What?

Is Afife dead?

She breathed her last.

How did it happen?

We lost her in an accident.

She told me about this secret at her last breath.

To support and find a cure for you.

How did the accident happen?

I had Quran recitals for our deceased Prince Mehmed in my foundation.

It happened on the way to the mosque from there.

Stones rained over us from a construction site on the street.

How are you?

Thank God.

God saved me.

Spared my life for you.

Just like he'll spare yours for me.

You must rest well, Suleiman.

I will take care of you with my own hands.

I'll do whatever is necessary...

to gain your health and return to our happy days.

How come His Majesty sent Mirza off?

I hope nothing bad will happen to him.

Your Highness!

I've just heard the news.

I am so sorry.

What are you talking about Mihrimah?

Oh God...

Haven't you heard what happened to Alqas Mirza yet?

I learnt His Majesty left him in Persia.

Of course he will come back.

It isn't possible for him to come back.

Unfortunately Alqas Mirza has been captured by his brother Tahmasp.

He's been thrown into a dungeon.

He's set to be executed.

Perhaps he's executed by now.

You are lying.

I don't believe you.

Rustem Pasha is in his chamber.

Ask him if you wish.

Shame...

You were so hopeful.

You would have the second spring of your life.

But destiny it is.

Spring can turn into winter just like that.

I talked to the Aghas who attended the campaign.

Everyone is trying to hide but it is revealed.

It is said that, may God cure him, His Majesty is sick.

I knew it, Pasha. I understood it when His Majesty sent us off of his chamber.

What is wrong with His Majesty?

I talked to the physician in chief but I couldn't learn much.

He keeps it as a secret.

He's been ordered apparently.

This much proves that it is serious.

Bayezid is trying to hide it.

Heaven knows what's going on in his mind. Who knows what he is after.

He must have decided to keep silent especially about such a sensitive matter.

He must be doing plans for the throne, to say the least.

No matter how much we try to hide His Majesty's condition, it will be heard.

We must be careful.

Janissaries will not sit by idly.

Since Ferhat Agha saw His Majesty in that situation...

he must be counting days to enthrone Prince Mustafa.

Your Highness.

Rustem Pasha.

Alqas Mirza. Where is he? How is he?

Explain immediately.

It is said that he's captured by Tahmasp. Is it true?

Unfortunately it is, Your Highness.

Alqas Mirza couldn't keep his promises...

that's why His Majesty didn't want to keep him by his side anymore.

Believe me, I did my best for him.

But no matter how hard I tried, I couldn't convince His Majesty.

Were you the one who delivered him to the enemy?

Alqas Mirza followed his own way.

He took refuge at the City of Mirivan.

When Tahmasp heard the news, he surrounded the city.

Unfortunately Alqas Mirza had to surrender to his brother.

Tahmasp imprisoned him to the Kahkaha Castle.

He'll probably be executed there.

I am sorry, Your Highness.

Did His Majesty summoned you, mother?

There is a matter that you should know.

I wouldn't want you to hear it from someone else.

Come in.

Mother.

You have summoned me.

Have a seat, Selim.

His Majesty has been sick for a long time.

-What is it, Mother? -Don't worry.

Some kind of inflammatory disease.

But the physicians are hopeful.

God willing, he'll be fine soon.

Amen.

You knew it but you didn’t tell me, right?

It was not my choice, Selim.

His Majesty wanted that. Why would I hide it?

To take advantage of the situation, perhaps.

You were going to get prepared, weren't you?

Prepare for what?

How dare you accuse me with such a vile act?

Bayezid, don't forget that I am here.

Didn't you hear what he said?

There is no time for argument. It isn't a time to fight.

On the contrary, we should unite.

Because we have no friends but ourselves.

Never forget that.

Besides...

if anyone takes a little step...

except praying for His Majesty...

he'll have to face me.

Understood?

Bayezid.

I won't even think about it.

Good.

Mihrimah.

Mihrimah!

Mihrimah!

Where are you going?

Mother, I need to see my father. I need to see him.

I need to hear his breath.

Not now.

He is resting now.

His body is weak and tired.

I promise you...

when he gets a little better, we will visit him together.

What if he won't?

What if something bad happens to him?

God forbid.

Mihrimah.

My moon...

Your presence is important.

I want you to support me during these tough days.

Because...

there'll be people who'll try to take advantage of our situation.

They will attack with anything to destroy us.

We must be united against them.

We must be strong.

A moment...

if we hesitate just for a moment...

they'll rip our hearts off.

They'd take your brothers away from us.

Do you understand me?

If we don't stand strong...

these cruels will have the power.

You are angry at Bayezid but you don't seem so surprised about the disease either.

True.

Who did you learn from?

-Did Rustem tell you? -Rustem is informed as well?

I see now.

You planned everything.

If mother didn't tell me, you'd keep hiding it.

Our father is sick, Selim.

I can’t believe what you are thinking, instead of being sad for him.

Why am I surprised? That is who you are.

Since everyone knows...

Brother Mustafa should learn too.

He needs to be here.

We should tell him with a letter.

I am wondering Cihangir.

What will you say in that letter?

"His Majesty is very sick, the throne is waiting for you"?

You think everyone is like you.

You and I are here...

Brother Mustafa has the right to be here, in the capital too.

I am here because I am the regent!

You are here because you returned with His Majesty.

If brother Mustafa comes here, it will be unexplainable.

Don't act on your own.

Do you think you are still the regent?

I said what I had to say, Bayezid.

God willing, when His Majesty gains his health back...

and see brother Mustafa here...

nobody can give an account for that.

You'd be the ones to take the blame.

Just so you know.

Let's see, Yusuf.

You're done with the bow training.

Now is time to shoot arrows.

Hold the bow.

Just like that.

We are putting the arrow.

Hold it tight.

Your arm should be straight.

Now aim.

Pull it, pull it, point to the target.

Release the string.

Release.

-I hit it! -You are good.

Pretty good.

Yavuz?

Yusuf, continue with the other targets.

Finally you came. Where have you been?

My business at the capital took longer than expected.

We have a guest.

Captain.

I will have a word with you later, Atmaca.

I need to see Prince Mustafa first.

Come in.

Your Grace, Sultana Mihrimah is here.

She wants to see you.

Let her in.

Obviously my mother silenced all the psychians.

Nobody tells me anything.

There's no need to worry.

His Majesty is going to be alright, but...

-But what? -We must be ready for anything.

No, it is not possible.

He is my father. He is the Sultan of the world.

Death is God's will, Your Highness.

It doesn't care about titles.

All we can do is to pray for him.

Now, excuse me.

As you know, since His Majesty can't be busy with state affairs...

there is a bigger burden on my shoulders.

It is enough girls.

You may leave.

You are going to be alright, Suleiman.

All the physicians are working hard to find a cure for you.

Will God allow me to get up from this bed?

Of course.

Of course you will get up.

I...

Your children...

All your subjects...

And the supreme empire needs you.

What is Captain Piri doing here? How dare he came?

He is here to tell important things.

It'd be good to listen to him.

Let him in.

I know the Captain well.

He and my dad used to meet often.

He said that he is one of the greatest scholars of the Ottoman...

and trusted him deeply.

He never doubted his loyalty.

I know these.

But whatever happens Nisa...

nobody can overshadow the dynasty's absolute reign.

I won't accept that.

Come in.

Prince, Your Grace.

Your Highness.

I hope you have a good explanation for your unexpected visit.

I fully trust everyone you see here.

-Do tell. -The reason of my visit...

is about His Majesty's health.

Unfortunately, Your Grace...

he has fallen sick from some disease.

What disease?

It is kept secret.

But the situation is obviously very bad.

He collapsed in front of the soldiers in Tabriz.

It is said that he went to Istanbul in a carriage.

He was looking healthy the last time we saw him.

What happened all of a sudden?

Did someone transmit the disease to him?

I don't think so.

It was a tough campaign. You know the conditions.

And His Majesty is getting old.

Apparently he couldn't withstand it.

Tell us what you know.

You can find out...

what exactly happened only when you go to the capital city.

You have to go there...

especially since Prince Selim and Bayezid are there.

What do you mean?

God forbid...

if His Majesty passes away...

you will have to be there.

Otherwise, Rustem Pasha can enthrone one of your brothers quickly.

Have a nice day, Omer Effendi.

-Thank you, Agha. Welcome -Thank you.

-How much are the shoes? -3 coins Sumbul Agha, only for you.

When did you mark up the price?

You've been crying about having no money until lately.

The military is back from the campaign.

Don't you see? The Bazaar is full of people.

Janissaries returned with gold and money.

Thank God they pleased us.

The market is in prosper, thanks to them.

I see, I see.

-Have a nice day. -Thank you.

I am coming, I'm coming! I've got only 2 arms and 10 fingers!

Yakup!

I thought I came to a wrong place when I saw the crowd.

They gathered like moths that saw light!

You said no one would drink it, you fool!

They don't, Agha. They find it bitter.

Should we add some milk in it?

What?

Milk?

Is it a ranch here?

Hold on a second!

You said they wouldn't drink.

If they don't drink, so why are they here?

They're here to chat.

They are talking to each other since morning.

Stop this silliness.

What conversation?

There's a huge gossip going on about the palace, Agha.

Sultan Suleiman isn't doing well.

It is said that he has one foot in the grave.

God forbid!

What are you talking about, you demon!

Why are you yelling at me, Agha?

I heard that from the Janissaries.

-Which ones? -Those three.

-Those? -Yes.

One would think I gave terrible news to His Grace.

This is a great opportunity for his future.

Don't you get it, Captain?

There is no one in this world who loves His Majesty more than him.

Apparently being in Amasya isn't good for you, Atmaca.

I told you to hide the assassination attempt from His Grace.

But you ruined everything!

Captain.

You know me.

I do what I believe is right.

I couldn't have hidden this from His Grace.

Would that be the first thing you hid?

His Grace trusts me despite everything.

He loves me like a brother, he trusts me.

I won't hide anything from him anymore.

We can't cooperate anymore. Is that what you wish?

I am ready to pay the price for what I did.

You duty, Atmaca...

is to protect Prince Mustafa.

Do that whether with us or without us.

You've been very helpful since Sumbul left, Fahriye.

I need you the most when His Majesty is sick during these dark days.

Don't worry, Your Highness.

I will do my best despite my condition.

Don't be too hard on yourself.

You will return your duties when you make a full recovery.

Come in.

Your Highness, Prince Selim wants to see you.

Let him in.

-Mother. -What is it, my lion?

My brothers, mother.

Bayezid and Cihangir are dying to inform Mustafa about His Majesty's condition.

It shouldn't be necessary anymore.

Their spies in the palace must have already sent a message.

I know.

But what matters is what Mustafa will do.

Have you reached a decision, Your Grace?

I hope you decided to take the road to the capital.

Because that would be the best for the Supreme Empire.

I want to see His Majesty very much.

As I am worried about his health.

But if I go now...

everyone will think I am marching to the throne.

Even the people who love me may make mistakes.

Maybe that's the right thing to do.

A Prince should think about the throne.

Especially when His Majesty is in terrible condition.

Only when His Majesty passes away...

I'll ascend rightfully to the throne.

Nobody can stop me from doing that.

-Isn't that right? -No doubt, Your Grace.

But it may cause a bloody war.

I talked with the Captain, Yavuz.

From now on, I'll be only on His Grace's path.

What did he say?

It is obvious that he is offended.

But since he knows I will protect the Prince at all cost, he didn't oppose.

Now you need to make a choice

You will either stay here with me...

or go with the Captain.

We took the road together, Atmaca. My place is by your side.

Sultana Hurrem is sorrowful.

She can't think well.

But we must be more cautious.

God forbid.

His Majesty may pass away.

Then we would find ourselves in the middle of a fire.

But don't worry.

We will put out the fire and you'll succeed to the throne.

Mustafa and I made a decision, Cihangir.

If he succeeds to the throne one day...

we will never fight for the throne.

When he rules the world, I will be by his side.

Not while brother Mustafa is alive.

Impossible

You need to think for yourself and the supreme state first.

You don't have to obey anyone.

So...

What will happen to Selim?

Nobody supports Prince Selim.

God willing, if you succeed to the throne...

you'll be the one who decides whether he lives or not.

I don't understand why you are so anxious.

You have your mother's support.

She openly said that you are the one in his heart.

You've never been this close to the throne.

You don't understand Nurbanu. Not at all.

The experience I got here in 2 years taught me a lot.

Even though I was the regent, I felt like a ghost.

No one saw or heard me.

The future Sultan in everyone's heart is my brother Mustafa.

The soldiers, common folk, they all pray for him.

If not him, then Bayezid.

Rustem and Mihrimah supports him.

In these circumstances, how can I rely on my mother's support?

How can I depend on her?

If you accept the defeat, victory will only become a dream.

Never underestimate Sultana Hurrem's support.

Maybe she doesn't have an army or swords...

but she has such a wit and might.

Even just her shadow is enough to bury her enemies in darkness.

What if we will be the ones buried in darkness?

Sun shines upon us Selim.

You are one step forward as long as Mustafa isn't here.

And the throne is only a few steps away from you.

Your Highness. The time has come.

His Grace insists on staying here.

We should do what we need to do.

What is your advice Sir Yahya?

We should warn Captain Turgut.

Even if he doesn't come, he should get ready.

What do you think Atmaca?

His Grace will want to handle it without spilling blood.

So we need galleys sailing to Golden Horn.

Thousands of cannons directed to the palace will show who's got the power.

You are right.

When His Grace marches to the capital...

we should show superiority on the water too.

I'll write a letter immediately to Captain Turgut and my brothers to inform them.

What if the Chief Admiral Mehmet Pasha tries to stop us?

When he sees my brothers, he'll look for a place to hide.

He can't even sail a single boat unless we want to.

Have you sent a message to Sultana Mahidevran?

When will she return?

She will be with Sultana Beyhan for some time.

God willing, she'll return to the capital as Queen Mother.

I was summoned Pasha your Lordship

As you know, we tread on dangerous waters Sokollu.

We don't know what awaits us tomorrow.

I'm aware, Your Grace.

His Majesty's disease affected all of us.

We must stand strong.

That's why I summoned you.

Some of the captains of the navy don't obey orders.

Especially Captain Turgut.

You must keep him and his captains away from the capital.

They should never come here.

As you wish, Your Grace.

Come in.

-Your Highness. -Sumbul.

Come, have a seat.

I wasn't expecting you.

Your Highness, you are right but...

When I heard the rumors about His Majesty, I couldn't just do nothing.

They exaggerate, don't they?

Well, I don't know the truth.

Unfortunately rumors are correct, Sumbul.

His Majesty is in the bed since the day he came.

Podagra on one side...

fever on the other.

God save His Majesty.

Amen.

No matter how hard I try to stay strong...

or to try to calm myself down...

something whispers me the worst case scenario.

What if something bad happens to him?

God forbid.

Our only hope is that His Majesty gains his health back.

But don't ignore the voice in your mind.

So that it can be hope for the ones remain.

He is my world, Sumbul.

He is my moon, my sun.

My star.

He is my spring, summer and winter.

He is the breath I take, the water I drink.

God sees my soul.

He is my soul, my dear!

I understand Your Highness.

While you are suffering here...

don't forget that your enemies are waiting for a chance.

Perhaps they've already taken precautions.

And made their preparations to enthrone Prince Mustafa.

That'd be the end of you and our Princes.

I have spend my whole life with that threat, Sumbul.

I have been thinking for years.

I ask myself what would I do if that day ever comes.

There was only one salvation for us.

It is the death of Prince Mustafa before His Majesty.

Do not lose hope, Your Highness.

You've defeated so many enemies.

I will stand strong for my Princes, for sure.

I will bow down.

But...

the result of this war is obvious.

Prince Mustafa is very powerful.

As long as we are under these circumstances...

the throne belongs to him.

Your Highness.

Then the conditions must change.

Yet these gems are valueless compared to your beauty.

Your countenance can even outshine the sun.

Your Highness?

Come Melek, come in.

Is there any news about His Majesty's health?

I am afraid not, Your Highness.

No one except the physicians and Sultana Hurrem...

are allowed to get in the privy chamber.

One side of me wants him to recover...

the other side of me...

knows that a new order should be restored.

My mother...

Hatice...

Pargali Ibrahim Pasha...

And me.

Didn't His Majesty throw all of us into the fire for Hurrem?

Your Highness...

I can sense your pain and grief.

You are sorrowful but you need to get better.

You came here for Prince Mustafa.

You should do it at least for him.

Your Highness.

What's the status, Rustem Pasha?

Where is Prince Mustafa?

What is he doing?

I thought you didn't want to talk about this matter.

I don’t even want to think about that possibility.

That's right.

But...

It doesn't mean that I won't take any precautions.

There is no news about Prince Mustafa.

But as soon as he leaves his palace, we will be informed.

The real threat is the Janissary Agha, Ferhat.

We must stop him first.

Sokollu will control the captains.

Good.

Prince should never make it to the capital city.

We cannot let it happen.

We must keep him away.

And...

If the God's will come to reality...

Selim will ascend the throne.

I guess you said it wrong.

Did you mean Bayezid?

I know what I said.

Unfortunately Bayezid can't see the reality.

Don't think I am talking about his mistakes.

He puts all of us in danger with his loyalty to Mustafa.

But he isn't even aware of it.

He is in cooperation with his enemies.

I spoke with him, Your Highness.

Prince Bayezid is aware of the seriousness of the situation.

He will do what we want.

Since when do you disobey me, Rustem Pasha?

Forgive me, Your Highness.

But even if you give up...

I won't give up on Prince Bayezid.

I am not giving up!

He is my son.

But you know Bayezid's character.

He is always on the edge.

He is two feet away from his own doom.

Like I said...

he is loyal to Mustafa.

But Selim is not like he used to be. He is aware of everything.

He is cautious.

When we hear Mustafa's breath on our backs...

Selim is the best choice.

Your Majesty.

Suleiman.

Where are my children?

Thank God you are getting better.

Everyone is devastated.

They are all praying for you.

I want to see them.

I want to see them.

Lokman Agha. Summon my children.

The sultan of my heart.

Suleiman, you are burning like fire.

Guards!

Summon the physician in chief. Hurry up!

Make way, commander of our barracks, Ferhat Agha!

How is His Majesty, Agha? There's a rumor going on about his illness.

Don't believe the rumors.

His Majesty is getting better day by day.

If His Majesty's condition was serious...

I'd learn it first.

How do we know they don't hide it? Maybe he already--

Impossible!

Let's say they hide it...

and they enthrone Prince Selim or Prince Bayezid with tricks and plots...

then the ones who cause it will taste our swords!

Why don't they let us in?

Mother wanted us to wait here for a while.

I think His Majesty's condition got worse.

Mihrimah, how is His Majesty?

He is not well.

Since they are making us wait here.

Your Grace, Sultana Hurrem told us nobody can--

Make way.

God protect him.

It is like fate is mocking me.

He had just woken up.

Mustafa...

Where is Mustafa?

Come in.

Pasha, Janissary Agha Ferhat is here.

Let him in.

What is it Ferhat Agha?

What is the purpose of your visit?

Janissaries are anxious, Your Grace.

We are curious about His Majesty's health.

But nobody gives us any information.

You are close to the Palace.

You must know.

His Majesty will gain his health as soon as possible.

You came here in vain.

Besides...

These questions...

these implications might be very dangerous.

It can even...

get you beheaded.

Thank God.

His fever went down.

What is the reason of this fever?

Is not there a cure?

We are doing our best, Your Grace.

His body got weaker during the campaign.

It will take time to regain his strength.

Let's hope that it won't get worse.

Obviously Ferhat Agha couldn't dare to come into your presence.

Because of that, he came to my chamber and...

threatened me indirectly.

You should have warned him.

I did what I had to do, Your Grace.

But...

I don't like his behavior.

Obviously he plans to revolt.

Stating the obvious

We need to keep quiet for some time, Sokollu.

When we deal with thousand problems, let alone Janissaries.

His Majesty will put them in their places when he gets better.

I hope so, Your Grace.

However...

the same question is on everyone's mind.

God forbid...

what if His Majesty can't get up from his bed ever?

Thank God our Princes are here.

Continuity is essential for the state.

Everyone gets what they deserve.

Which one of the Princes, Your Grace?

Prince Selim?

Pasha, Your Grace.

Sultana Hurrem is waiting for you in the privy chamber.

We have to inform Mustafa now.

You are right.

We can't keep him away anymore.

No.

You can't do it.

It is not right without His Majesty's permission.

What permission are you talking about when His Majesty mutters Mustafa's name, Selim?

It's as good as an order.

-Bayezid, calm down. -His Majesty wasn't even conscious Bayezid.

-It is unacceptable. -Why are you so anxious?

Are you afraid that Mustafa will ascend the throne?

-Watch your words, Cihangir. -Selim!

Know your places, both of you!

I am your older brother.

And I'm the regent until His Majesty gets up.

You may hate me...

but you have to respect me.

Your Highness.

You wanted to see me.

Come with me.

Send a message to Prince Mustafa.

Forgive me, Your Highness. I don't understand.

What is the purpose of the message?

Send him a letter to invite him to the capital.

You...

Are you aware of what you are saying?

It is His Majesty's wish.

He is muttering his name.

I can't prevent this.

That...

would be serving the throne to Prince Mustafa on a golden tray.

A single wrong decision can darken our future.

The reign...

The throne is important.

But His Majesty's wish is more important than anything else.

Especially...

God forbid.

If this is his final wish.

Invite Prince Mustafa to the capital.

Come in.

Your Highness.

Rustem Pasha is here.

Let him in.

Your Highness.

Why are you here Rustem?

I was with my daughter.

I missed her after the latest incidents.

Why did you come to see me? That's what I am asking.

You can't have missed me too.

There are some matters that you need to know.

-My father? -No.

There is no difference in His Majesty's condition.

What I'll tell is about Sultana Hurrem.

It seems that she gave up on Prince Bayezid.

The new heir in her mind is Prince Selim.

Angel of death...

If he comes through that door...

he will find me facing him.

I won't let you die before I die, Suleiman.

God will take my life and grant it to you.

Not yet, Suleiman.

If I didn't hear it from her directly, I'd have never believed it.

As it wasn't enough, she ordered to invite Prince Mustafa to the capital.

In short, Your Highness...

Sultana Hurrem can't think straight anymore.

Not Selim.

I need to talk to my mother, she should change her opinion.

It won't work.

She surely won't change her mind.

You are left alone, Mihrimah.

Am I left alone?

Weren't you the one who did everything to enthrone Bayezid until now?

-Did you change your side? -It is up to you Mihrimah.

If I take action against to Sultana Hurrem...

I can't do it alone.

We must be together.

Just like the old days.

-Is that a threat? -Let's call it an agreement.

It is my offer.

Our marriage will either continue...

or we'll part ways for good.

So be it.

I don't care.

This is a vital decision, Mihrimah.

Don't make a decision so hastily.

So if I don't unite with you...

you will side with Selim, is that it?

This is a bloody game Mihrimah.

If we lose...

I'll lose my head instantly.

So will Prince Bayezid.

In these circumstances...

why should I sacrifice my life for a Sultana who wants to divorce me?

If you support Bayezid...

if you protect him as you used to...

you will get what you want.

Your Grace.

Rustem Pasha sent this from the capital.

Is it about His Majesty's health, Your Grace?

They call me to the capital.

His Majesty wants to see me.

Your Grace, this may be a trap.

Sir Yahya is right.

Rustem Pasha's invitation is quite odd.

If His Majesty's health is as bad as they say...

they wouldn't ever want you to be in the capital.

If His Majesty calls me, I have to go no matter what.

Besides, isn't that what you wanted?

Make your preparations.

We will set off as soon as possible.

Agha, Captain Piri wants to see you.

Let him in.

What an honor to see you here, Captain Piri.

I will cut it short, Ferhat Agha.

The days we've been waiting for the Prince are coming.

Janissaries' support is vital.

Captain Turgut sailing his ships to Golden Horn.

We will corner them from all around.

We must be with the Prince when he succeeds to the throne.

I hope so, Agha. We are looking forward to it.

It is close Ferhat Agha, so close.

According to what I heard from the palace...

they sent a message to Prince Mustafa to invite him to the capital.

The Prince will have the throne soon.

Water...

Water...

Thank God.

Prince Mustafa's allies wouldn't keep quiet, of course.

I will be back after preparing your ointment, Your Majesty.

Come in.

Your Majesty, Your Highness.

I feel ashamed to say it but you have to know.

Speak.

Captain Turgut ignored Chief Admiral Mehmet Pasha's orders...

and anchored near the palace with 80 galleys.

Protect the Prince!

Circle around him!

Inform His Majesty about our arrival.

As you wish, Your Grace.

I warned you Sokollu.

To keep the captains away from the capital.

I did my best, Your Grace.

But you know how influential Captain Turgut is on the navy.

It was the same before I started my duty.

Don't accuse me.

His Majesty wants to see you.

Come in.

Your Majesty.

Was it a mistake to trust you?

What is this whole thing about?

Mehmet Pasha?

I assigned you as the Chief Admiral to control the fleet.

Can you explain the ships in seraglio point?

Captain Turgut ignored my orders, Your Majesty.

I called him, he'll give an account for this, of course.

But he will keep acting on his own.

Your Majesty.

I don’t mean to make you worry but...

Janissaries behavior is highly inappropriate.

As you know, they are inclined to act irrationally during your absence.

I warned Ferhat Agha many times.

But I couldn't get any positive results.

What is their purpose?

The rumors spread all around.

Both the folk and soldiers talk about how serious your illness is.

Enemy spies carry the news all around the world.

I don't have the heart to say but if this keeps up...

a revolt may start any time soon.

Do they try to put me in the grave when I struggle for my life?

Rustem Pasha.

The construction of the mosque that I ordered...

for my late Prince Mehmed has been finished, yes?

-Yes, Your Majesty. -Good.

Then, make the announcement.

I will pray there on Friday.

Your Majesty, how? The physicians...

My decision is certain, Pasha.

Whoever believes or concludes that I passed away...

will see the truth with their own eyes.

Your wish is my command.

Hear ye! Hear ye!

Ruler of the world His Majesty Sultan Suleiman Khan...

will pray the at the mosque that's been built for the deceased Prince Mehmed.

Thank God!

Thank God His Majesty regained his health.

-Captain Turgut. -Mehmet Pasha.

You crossed the line by disobeying my commands...

and coming to the capital.

You better have a good explanation.

I've heard the rumors, Pasha.

I've come to learn the truth and protect His Majesty, if needed.

His Majesty will pray in late Prince's Mosque the next Friday.

Pray that His Majesty believes what you say.

Thank God, Your Majesty.

The last ointment we applied is working.

I believe you'll get better as soon as possible.

What do you think about Friday's prayers?

Would it be dangerous for his health?

My decision has been announced, Hurrem.

I will pray in my lion's mosque.

If the God lets me.

God willing.

-His Majesty woke up. -He did.

Stop the hostility between you two for now.

You'll just sadden His Majesty by doing so.

Good news, brother.

His Majesty is waiting for you.

While His Majesty is in the mosque, there will be a Quran recital, Fahriye.

Animals will be sacrificed, food will be disbursed.

-I want you to handle these personally. -As you wish, Your Highness.

I hope the deceased Prince Mehmed's memory lives forever.

And I hope that the prayers under that dome...

reaches up to heaven, to your son.

Amen.

Are you in pain, Your Majesty?

It sometimes aches.

Unfortunately it doesn't look good at all, Your Majesty.

You wounds...

got worse.

It is impossible for you to go to Salah on Friday.

Just give me something that'll ease the pain.

Where is the Majesty? Where is he?

He should've been here.

For God's sake, please have mercy on me.

Here you go, Yakup.

Thank you.

You are welcome.

You are blocking my way!

God give me patience!

Attention!

His Majesty Sultan Suleiman Khan!

What's going on?

I wonder if he is still sick.

Suleiman!

Do you think Captain Turgut came for nothing?

Prince Mustafa is on his way.

Since His Majesty is fine, they are irrelevant.

They are relevant right now.

Everyone must be punished for their guilt.

You should've controlled the Navy, Pasha.

This is not good.

Captain Turgut doesn’t know the state manners.

It is hard to control him.

But this is for the better, Your Grace.

His Majesty will punish him.

Princes.

Pasha, Your Grace.

Lokman Agha sent a message.

His Majesty won't attend the prayer.

Folks!

His Imperial Majesty Sultan Suleiman Khan...

will pray in the palace.

The first prayer in the new mosque has been delayed to another time.

Physician in chief.

We did our best, Your Grace.

The rest is up to God.

Hopefully God spares His Majesty's life.

I've never felt this desperate in my life.

Not even when I was locked in the dungeons.

These bad days will be over, God willing.

Come in.

Your Highness, Sumbul Agha is here.

Let him in.

Your Highness.

The whole city is in chaos.

Since His Majesty didn't go to the mosque as it was announced...

the rumors are spreading like wildfire.

Doomsday is upon us.

Why are you here, Ferhat Agha?

It is said that His Majesty passed away, Your Grace.

Tell us the truth, whatever it is.

Instead of believing the rumors, throw the gossipers to the dungeons.

It is my right to ask that as a Janissary commander.

Otherwise how could I control the soldiers?

You have to, Ferhat Agha.

Unless you'll lose your head in the first place.

Thank God, His Majesty Sultan Suleyman Khan is alive and ruling us.

If that is true...

we'll be grateful to God for sparing His Majesty's life.

But if he has passed away...

and it is being hidden from us...

no one can stop the Janissaries.

Your Grace.

This is for you.

What is it, Your Grace? Bad news?

On the contrary.

It is great news.

The prince has been stopped.

Poisonous arrow hit him right on his chest.

Prince Mustafa is getting closer to the capital.

Good.

-Is there any news from the palace? -Not yet, Captain.

We know that His Majesty is on his death bed, we know that much.

Send a message to Ferhat Agha immediately.

Janissaries must know.

Our Prince, our future Sultan, is coming to his palace.

As you wish.

Ferhat Agha is threatening us.

He said that he can't control the soldiers...

unless seeing His Majesty in person.

They have been waiting for this moment for years, after all.

Of course they don't want to miss this opportunity.

We must do something, Your Highness.

What is on your mind?

We need to talk to the Janissaries.

We must prove them that we stand strong.

Prince Selim's regency continues.

In such times, he should go to the Jannissary Barracks...

and intimidate them as His Majesty's regent.

Do you want me to send my son to death?

If Selim goes there, he can't return.

No!

Absolutely not. Never!

-Your Grace. -What is this, Pasha?

Are they at the gates?

If we remain silent, that's what's going to happen.

Things are out of control.

Janissaries need a lesson.

What is your advice, Pasha?

As the regent, you should visit Janissaries...

and tell them that His Majesty is alive and healthy.

What if they try to cross the line?

What if they take advantage of the situation and try to kill me?

Nobody can dare to do that without being sure about His Majesty's condition.

They'll be scared and intimidated when they see you.

Will you come?

Believe me, I am the last person they want to see.

But Chief Admiral Mehmet Pasha will accompany you.

Your Grace, this is an opportunity.

You'll gain their respect only with a brave attitude.

They will realize why you've been assigned as the regent.

Prince Murad slept well last night, Your Highness.

-His sleeps are regular now. -Good.

Tell Gazanfer to make preparations.

I am going out the palace.

As you wish, Your Grace.

Your Grace.

I am going to visit the Janissaries, Nurbanu.

If they don't hear from me that His Majesty is fine, a rebellion may break out.

Don't do that Selim!

This is not the time.

They might kill you!

There are two ways ahead of me Nurbanu.

I'll either succeed to the throne...

or I'll be killed.

That will happen eventually.

This is a confrontation.

And I must do this.

No Selim, I am begging you. Please don't go!

I have to, Nurbanu.

There is no other way.

Suleiman!

God help him.

Thank God.

Thank God!

I must see Sultana Hurrem, immediately!

There is no time to lose. It may be too late.

No, Your Highness.

I can't let anyone in.

Please Lokman Agha.

If you don't let me pass, we may lose Prince Selim.

We don't know if Prince Selim will return from there or not.

It is clear that he'll be attacked.

You are right, Your Grace.

Since Prince Mustafa has been stopped...

Prince Bayezid will be unrivaled.

Attention! His Majesty Prince Mustafa!

I will be a martyr in your path!

It is an honor for me.

His Grace Prince Selim!

Your Grace.

Say whatever you want to say now Nurbanu.

Prince Selim. He went to the Jannissary Barracks.

Please do something, please!

Father...

Thank God His Majesty is alive.

He'll regain his health back, God willing.

No one should stir up trouble.

This is not good Ferhat Agha.

If it goes this way, many people will be beheaded.

Many will be hurt.

Life is like a single breath, Your Grace.

As long as His Majesty keeps breathing...

we will never rise against nor betray him.

May we die for him.

But sooner or later the owner of the throne will change.

And the new ruler of the throne

should be the Prince who deserves it the most.

Know your place, Ferhat Agha!

Do you live in a tent?

We are the rulers of the world, Ottoman dynasty!

Since when the Janissaries decide who'll ascend the throne?

Help, Mustafa.

What are you talking about?

Selim...

He is on the thin ice.

He went to the Janissary barracks.

Their anger is enough to kill my son.

But they listen to you.

Save him.

I know.

You wouldn't do that for me.

But do it for your father.

For your brother.

You can't talk like that to us in our own barracks.

If you do, you'll surely pay the price.

Who do you think you are?

You're talking to a Prince!