Overview
Despite numerous challenges, Karadin Castle becomes Kayı property. Alaeddin Bey is exposed to danger during the conquest. Commander Lucas devises a plan to find and exploit the weaknesses of Osman Bey and Karesi Bey, aiming to set them against each other. Lucas, holding sacred relics, plans to use them as leverage. Osman Bey's tribe is alarmed when the relics are stolen, and he confronts Lucas. The fight for Karadin Castle ensues with Begüm Hatun and Bayhan Bey vying for control, while Bala Hatun remains disinterested. Holofira, under Lucas's orders, arrives uninvited at the celebration, rekindling her love with Orhan Bey, who proposes marriage. Saruca and Yusuf compete for Fatma Hatun's affection. During Gonca Hatun's difficult childbirth, Begüm and Hazal Hatun clash, with Begüm accusing Hazal of poisoning her.