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I'm not a murderer.

It's a lie! They are defaming me.

I have never taken a life.

I have never killed. I couldn't.

It's a sin.

Believe me, Suleyman.

Your Majesty...

...I've waited for you as a prisoner.

I've prayed and waited for Your Majesty to come and rescue me.

Your eyes are killing me. Now, I'm dead.

Suleyman, the man I love, looks at me and doesn't trust me.

I beg him...

...I swear to him and yet he doesn't believe me.

Why haven't you told us that you've become the Grand Vizier, Ibrahim?

I've come to you leaving my rank and office behind.

I've come to Parga as the son of Manolis the fisherman.

I've taken shelter from the pangs of love.

I wanted to go on this journey alone.

I didn't want you to come with me.

For there is death at the end of this journey, Father.

My heart...

...my feelings, my tears...

His Majesty doesn't care for them.

I understood it today.

Don't talk like that, please.

His Majesty will make the best decision for you.

Mahidevran...

...he has made his decision.

Don't you understand?

He has ignored me.

I submit...

...as long as he spares Ibrahim's life.

Are we going to see Sultana Hatice?

No. I don't wish to see Hatice.

I become exasperated whenever I think about what has happened.

Let's go and see the children.

My Lion.

I don't wish to see Hurrem in my palace anymore, Mother.

Send her to the old palace in the proper way.

Don't you worry, my lion. I will see it done.

Do you live in this palace, Ibrahim?

I've been living in this palace for three years, Father.

But it may be...

...the last time that I walk through this door.

We will go through this great door with you.

Do you understand? We won't leave your side.

Niko, no.

You can't pass through this door. It's forbidden.

Then we're waiting for you here.

We won't go anywhere. Do you understand?

Take care of Father.

And stay away from this door.

Do you understand?

My son.

If I don't get out alive...

...don't let my grave be here.

Take me to Parga. Bury me by Mother's side.

Don't talk like that, Ibrahim.

Don't say that. My prayers are with you.

All right.

Father...

Your Majesty...

...Ibrahim Pasa has come to the palace.

He wishes to appear before you.

Your Majesty?

Your Majesty?

Let him come.

My Sultana...

...there is news from the old palace.

Hurrem Hatun's chamber has been prepared as you requested.

It is fully ready.

Okay.

Send for Hurrem.

Gulnihal...

...come with me.

Let's go to see Mehmet and Mihrimah.

We shouldn't, Hurrem.

They won't show them to us.

Very well. You stay.

I'll go by myself.

Ibrahim Pasa.

Welcome.

His Majesty is waiting for you.

Let's go, Sumbul Agha.

Let's not make His Majesty wait.

Sumbul Agha, is everything well in the harem?

Everything is well in the harem.

Only Hurrem Hatun is...

I'm not asking about Hurrem Hatun.

How is Sultana Hatice? The Valide Sultana?

Fortunately, Sultana Hatice is in good health.

But she is not happy.

She is depressed.

Is Ibrahim here?

Yes, he is.

He will appear before His Majesty soon.

We are like lambs to slaughter, Gulfem.

We wait to see when we'll lose our heads.

There must be a way.

The way is asking for God's help.

Let us pray.

Move aside.

I will see my children.

I can't let you, my Sultana. I'm sorry.

The Valide Sultana has given orders.

Hurrem...

...let's go back. I told you. Come on.

Please let me.

Let me see their faces, let me hug them.

Don't you have mercy?

Mehmet! My son!

My little Mihrimah!

Don't cry! Please don't cry!

Your mother is here! I will never leave you!

Don't cry!

Sultana Hurrem?

Nigar, tell them to open the door.

Please, help me.

Not now. The Valide Sultana has sent for you.

They have finally understood that I'm innocent.

Have they forgiven me?

Suleyman must have forgiven me.

His Highness, Grand Vizier Ibrahim Pasa.

Your Majesty.

Your Majesty, it seems that if I am to die...

...you have ordered that I die here.

Take my life yourself if you wish...

...or let me execute my punishment upon myself.

My Valide.

Thank God, have you finally understood that I'm innocent?

Will you give my children back to me?

I wish it were so, Hurrem.

I would've been very happy to see your innocence proven.

Unfortunately, you're still guilty.

I've spoken with my lion.

He too believes you to be guilty.

You can't stay in this palace anymore.

You will move to the old palace tomorrow.

My Valide, don't do this.

His Majesty wouldn't want me to go.

Are you calling me a liar?

Your wrongdoings have been endless, Hurrem Hatun.

My Valide, I've spoken foolishly. Forgive me.

Enough.

This conversation is over. Go and pack your belongings.

You will depart tomorrow.

Are you the bearer of bad news, Sumbul Agha?

Tell me.

Is it over?

Has Ibrahim Pasa been executed?

My Sultana...

...His Majesty has sent for you.

Gulfem...

...what will I do?

Compose yourself, my Sultana.

Come on, don't make His Majesty wait.

My Valide...

...I beg of you.

Have mercy.

It's in vain, Hurrem. Don't struggle pointlessly.

I'm not a murderer.

The murderer is somewhere in this harem.

Find her.

Daye, please remove Hurrem from my presence.

Don't touch me!

Don't touch me! You've tricked me!

Let go!

Let go!

Let go of me!

Stop, Hurrem Hatun! Stop!

Remove your hands! Let go of my arm, it's hurting!

You killed Ayse!

Hurrem Hatun.

Stop this. Go back to your chamber.

This stubbornness will only harm you.

Sultana Hurrem?

What happened to you?

Nigar Kalfa, take her arm. Let's take her to her chamber.

They're sending me away.

My Valide is sending me into exile.

They say that I will be going to the old palace tomorrow.

They say that Suleyman doesn't want me anymore.

They're lying.

His Majesty wouldn't do to this to me.

Come on.

- Don't be like this, please. Come on. - Don't be like this.

Come on.

Your Majesty.

I made a promise...

...to make you happy.

I'm breaking off your engagement agreement with Celebi Mehmet.

I've seen the fire in your heart, my Hatice.

I've decided that you and Ibrahim are to marry.

Forgive my boldness, but I'd like to make one last wish.

I've come from Parga with my father and brother.

They are waiting in the first yard.

I would like my body to be delivered to my family...

...taken to Parga and buried there.

If you see fit, of course.

I do, Pargali, of course.

But...

...first they have to attend your wedding.

When the time of your death comes, they can take your remains and go.

What kind of love is this?

You give up everything.

My Hatice considers your absence equal to death.

Do you think I don't respect love?

How would you think that I could kill you?

Am I that cruel?

Hatice.

My Hatice, my darling, open your eyes.

Forgive me, Your Majesty.

I was overwhelmed with excitement.

Ibrahim Pasa and I...

Yes, just as I've said...

...I see fit that you and Ibrahim marry.

Give Mother the news so she can begin the preparations.

Did you hear it from Hurrem?

So she is leaving?

My Sultana, I've heard it with my own ears. She was crying.

She was complaining to Sumbul Agha. His Majesty ordered it.

Thank God!

His Majesty has finally seen her for the snake that she is.

I need to go to my Valide right away.

We're finally rid of Hurrem!

Help me out of this trouble.

I will give you all I have.

Take these.

Take all of them.

Sultana Hurrem...

...what power do we have?

How could we help you?

Sumbul Agha...

Nigar Kalfa...

...I have nobody but you.

Gulnihal...

...my gold is yours.

I wish it could be solved with gold or jewellery.

- It can't be. - It can.

Please.

Help me.

Or do you not believe me either?

Nigar Kalfa.

Sumbul Agha.

Gulnihal.

I swear by my children.

May I not see them ever again if I'm lying.

I'm innocent!

Nigar.

Gulfem, you won't believe what has happened.

His Majesty has forgiven me.

He's marrying me to Ibrahim.

- I know. - How do you know?

Even I've just found out.

Ibrahim Pasa sent word.

He's waiting for you in the main garden.

What will we do, Sumbul Agha?

I can't bear to see Hurrem like this.

I don't know. I wish we could do something.

What would we do if what they're saying is true?

Do you believe her?

We should keep an eye out just in case.

What a pity.

What a pity, indeed.

What a pity, indeed.

My Sultana...

...throughout my journey, I've dreamed of landing on your heart...

...like this butterfly, perishing there...

...and being able to touch you.

I...

I prayed so much.

Your absence...

...the possibility of never being able to see you again...

It devastated me.

There is no such possibility, My Sultana.

Forever and ever, my eyes will look into your eyes.

My hands will be placed on your hands.

This is a dream, isn't it?

If it is so, I don't want to ever wake up.

Take me to your promised heaven.

My Valide, I've heard about something but...

...I don't know if it's true.

What did you hear?

Something fortunate, inshallah?

Hurrem Hatun.

She's been exiled to the old palace.

It's true.

Tonight is her last night in this palace.

- She's leaving tomorrow. - May God bless you, my Valide.

Your family must be very happy to see you after all these years.

They were both happy and surprised.

My father, my brother.

We've caught up.

We returned from Parga together.

They're waiting for me at the first courtyard.

They must have refused to be parted...

...after they've found you.

How did your mother react?

She is in heaven now.

I'm very sorry.

I'm sure she is in heaven.

She sees us.

I can feel that she does.

She sees our happiness.

And she's happy for us.

My Sultana...

...it's time to go.

Yes.

- Time to leave. - We will never be apart again.

We will be together very soon.

We will build our happiness without restraints, my Sultana.

My Sultana, are you going to see the Valide Sultana?

Yes.

Is there a problem?

She's been very disgruntled since this morning.

As you know, she's been a little cross with you.

Maybe if you don't insist on...

Thank you, Daye Hatun.

But she has to hear what I have to say as soon as possible.

You should come with me too.

Be there if she faints.

I've missed you too, my lion.

My Mustafa, I'm so glad that you've come to see me.

My lion!

Mother...

...there's an important matter.

I need to talk to you.

Mahidevran, take Mustafa.

Let them stay, Mother.

Because His Majesty...

...wishes for everyone to hear this important matter.

His Majesty...

...has told me that he's broken off...

...the engagement agreement between me and Celebi Mehmet today.

Is that His Majesty's wish?

Yes, Mother.

Also...

...he's ordered us to start the wedding preparations immediately.

What wedding? Haven't you just said the engagement was broken off?

He decided to marry me...

...to Ibrahim Pasa.

Congratulations, my Sultana. I'm very happy for you.

Is Ibrahim here, Auntie?

He is, My Mustafa.

Mother...

...aren't you going to say something?

What can I possibly say?

Does my opinion carry any weight?

There's nobody going in or coming out.

Father...

- ...I wonder if... - He'll come. I know it.

He'll come back to us.

He will.

I can't believe this!

I find my brother after all these years and...

He is here!

Theo!

How can you be alive?

I'll tell you all about it.

I've found a place for you to stay. Let's get you settled in.

Come on.

Where are they now?

I've put them in the Ambassadors' Inn for now. I'll look for a proper place later.

I'd like to meet them sometime.

We'd be honored, Your Majesty.

All right, Ibrahim Pasa...

...now that you've returned to the palace...

...you can go back to the duty bestowed upon you by the Empire.

However you see fit, Your Majesty.

What I see fit is that. you should gather the Council immediately...

...and tell the Viziers of their duties.

Make decisions. Think about your future.

Set your goals.

You will be making important decisions.

Ferhat Pasa, for example.

He's facing heavy accusations.

I've heard some whispers about that matter too...

...but I haven't taken them seriously as they're probably false.

Who is to say they're false, Pargali?

I'll look into the matter about Ferhat Pasa, Your Majesty.

Zembilli Ali Hodja receives innumerable complaints.

I've seen the petitions put in his basket myself.

Finish your examination before the council so you know who to trust.

If you don't choose your comrades wisely, you'll only end up disappointed, Pargali.

Understood.

I'll never forget this advice, Your Majesty.

Tell me your opinion of Ahmet Pasa.

Ahmet Pasa...

...is an esteemed, experienced...

But?

His ambition takes precedence over his reason.

Come on, don't hold back. Tell me.

You've told the truth. What more can I say?

We can't escape the truth, Pargali.

Don't try to escape it.

Have the courage to act upon your convictions.

Don't allow anyone you don't want or find harmful by your side.

Know that I'll exercise this power that you've granted me duly, Your Majesty.

You are my absolute representative.

You will be in the Council. I fully trust you.

You may go.

Your Majesty...

...forgive my curiosity.

You seem sad.

Are you displeased with me?

It's not you with whom I'm displeased.

It's my heart.

What was your name?

Sadika, my Lady.

You were staying with Ayse Hatun, weren't you?

Yes, my Sultana.

Come in.

My Pasa...

What is it, Sumbul Agha? Tell me.

You're troubled. I can see it.

Don't hide it. Tell me.

- What is it? - My Pasa, I wouldn't...

...dare hide something from you.

- I've just waited for you to be available. - Sure.

What happened?

What has Hurrem Hatun done again?

You must know Ayse Hatun...

...one of the favorites of His Majesty.

The hatun with whom I placed Victoria.

Yes, what about her?

She's been murdered.

My Pasa...

...all signs and indications...

...point to Hurrem Hatun.

Hurrem is now a murderer too?

Unfortunately.

Because of this, His Majesty...

...is exiling Hurrem Hatun to the old palace tomorrow.

I see.

I understand now why His Majesty seemed so troubled.

You...

...are the concubine who saved my Prince Mehmet from the fire.

Yes, my Sultana. I am.

Are you afraid of me Sadika?

Don't be.

I would never hurt you.

I didn't kill Ayse.

The Valide Sultana is waiting for me. I should go.

If there is anything that you know...

...tell me.

Help me.

Who killed Ayse?

I don't know. I didn't see.

You stayed with her for many months. How can you not know?

I was very sorry about Ayse.

We had gone to bed together, but she wasn't there in the morning.

I looked, but couldn't find her.

Ayse was gone.

She was gone.

She was gone and I'm now finished.

If you can think of anything...

...or if you hear anything...

...immediately tell Nigar Kalfa, okay?

I will.

My lion doesn't wish to see me, Daye.

My son is avoiding me.

He was busy in the evening. He asked to see you the next day.

He knows his fault, of course.

That's why he's been avoiding me.

It's very hurtful that...

...my existence and my opinions have no value...

...in the eyes of my children, Daye.

My Sultana, don't you think you're being a little oversensitive?

I endured so much for them, Daye.

You are my closest friend, you know. Is it too much to expect respect...

...for my decisions?

Those who love expect respect for their love too, my Valide.

Hatice Sultana hasn't committed a crime.

Has she ever disobeyed you?

Daye, I wouldn't have expected this from you.

My Sultana...

...I dedicated my life to your service 30 years ago.

I'll serve you for another 30 years if I live long enough.

But my worry is that you're being unfair to yourself...

...and to those you hold close.

My purpose, my life is you.

Forgive me if I've overstepped.

You'll see me in this mirror when you look at it.

This is its secret.

Was it you, Pargali?

I've found about the incident just now, Your Majesty.

I see why you're troubled. You have every right to be so.

Personally, I don't even want to consider it.

Do you think I do, Pargali?

I've thought long to make this decision but couldn't find a solution.

Do you think it's easy to label my harem, my love, a murderer?

The crime deserves execution.

Hurrem is the mother of my children.

I couldn't do anything more.

I will do everything in my power to rid you of this misery, Your Majesty.

I promise you.

I've been waiting for you, Hurrem Hatun. Where have you been?

What is it?

Am I being exiled tonight?

Ibrahim Pasa sent for Sumbul Agha. They've talked.

Sumbul Agha told him everything that has happened.

Ibrahim Pasa has said that he would deal with it.

Is Ibrahim Pasa back?

He is back indeed.

His return has been remarkable.

He's getting married to Sultana Hatice.

Sultana Hatice is engaged. How has this come to be?

How do you think, Sultana Hurrem?

If His Majesty declares it to be broken off, it's broken off.

No!

If Ibrahim Pasa becomes the groom...

...I will be in exile until the day I die.

No. Don't say that.

His Majesty would never desert you.

Foolish me.

Of course!

Hurrem, wait! Where are you going?

Sadika?

I checked for you but you weren't there.

What are you doing here?

I am going to get some water.

- Leave the water and come with me. - Where?

God... don't ask questions.

I said come with me.

Come on! You silly girl!

Come on!

I just received the news, my Sultana.

You are going to marry Ibrahim Pasa.

I am so happy for you.

I have spoken with His Majesty countless times on your behalf.

I wanted you to be happy.

Thank you.

Did you hear what happened to me?

They called me a murderer.

I am innocent.

You know I am.

Sultana Hatice.

Help me.

Save me.

But everyone says...

Everyone is my enemy.

Everyone hates me.

Don't be sad.

If you are innocent, it will be proven eventually.

I will do everything I can.

Don't worry.

May God protect you.

Thank you, my Sultana.

Come in.

Sadika Hatun, my Pasa.

Leave us alone, Sumbul.

They say the late Ayse Hatun didn't like you at all.

Is it true that she complained about you to the Kalfas?

Tell me!

It is true.

She always lied about me.

She was always angry and jealous.

She was angry that you put me in the harem...

...and that I would one day become your favourite.

Have a good journey.

I hear that you are off to the old palace.

I am going.

But I shall return.

You will waste away your youth there.

You will go and never return.

His Majesty...

...and this palace...

...will not be yours.

When you leave tomorrow, turn and look around one last time.

See who cries to see you leave.

See who rejoices.

No one likes you.

Everyone is happy that you are going.

Our home will be at peace again.

That's enough! Cut it out!

I told everyone!

Sultana Hurrem came to my room tonight. I told her too.

I am innocent.

Hurrem came to see you?

Did she come alone?

Yes, alone.

I was afraid.

Go to your chamber.

Gulsah.

Was Mahidevran involved...

...in Ayse Hatun's death?

No.

I swear she wasn't.

Gulsah.

You aren't lying to me, are you?

Or I will rip your pretty little head off.

You know I will.

I know.

My Sultana is innocent.

Look me in the eyes.

Get out.

Tell Sumbul to come.

My Pasa.

Are there any other suspects?

No more suspects.

Apparently Hurrem cornered Victoria tonight.

She went to her room.

Do you know of this?

She cornered Sadika?

If she were guilty...

...why would she go to her?

She begged me too.

She swore on her children.

It broke my heart.

She may be innocent.

Whatever happens...

...whatever you may hear regarding this matter...

...you will come to me first, Sumbul Agha.

Do you understand?

I understand, my Pasa.

I understand.

Did Hurrem come to you?

Yes, she did.

She asked for help.

She begged me to save her.

I feel sorry for her.

I will do whatever I can.

Don't, my Sultana!

Don't fall for her tears! She is a snake!

Are you telling me what to do, Mahidevran?

That woman you are calling a snake is the mother of a prince.

Just like you.

As far as I am concerned, you are the same.

Be careful what you say.

Forgive me, my Sultana.

Please accept my apologies.

Alex.

Alex, wake up.

Alex.

Leo?

Leo?

You...

How can you be here?

I was so worried about you.

I'm glad that you came, Leo.

I will help you.

Don't cry.

They called me a murderer.

I am innocent.

I know, Alex.

You are my angel.

Don't cry.

Trust me, Alex.

I will save you.

Wait for me.

- You broke off Hatice's engagement. - Yes, Mother.

Wasn't that what you wanted?

Didn't you want to break it off first?

That's not the problem.

Is Pargali the problem?

Don't you want him as a son in law?

Does my opinion on my daughter's happiness count for nothing?

Why do you not respect my opinion?

I had not imagined Ibrahim Pasa...

...as the groom.

You need not be concerned, Mother.

You will see, Hatice will be extremely happy with this marriage.

My decision is right.

Be at ease.

Hurrem Hatun.

It is time to go.

Are you ready?

We are here to help you pack.

Gulnihal will help too.

Gulnihal. How go the preparations?

I imagine a wedding the likes of which has never been seen before.

Begin preparations immediately.

Make it a wedding that will be spoken of for years.

You know best, my son.

For better or worse, it will be on your head.

Hope for the best.

Is Hurrem leaving today?

Yes, I have had a chamber prepared at the old palace.

She will want for nothing.

Hurry up! Don't waste time.

The precious ones...

You should pack the jewellry, Hurrem Hatun.

So they don't get lost.

Let them get lost.

What does it matter?

You can have my jewellry if you like.

Dear God.

Kindness doesn't get through to you, does it?

The greatest kindness to me...

Bring me my children.

They will be here soon.

Good.

I miss my children so much.

One of the concubines, Esma Hatun will be coming with you.

Don't worry.

You will want for nothing.

Thank you.

May God bless you.

I have spoken to my lion.

He asked me to begin the wedding preparations.

I won't lie, my heart is not at ease.

I still have doubts.

Inshallah I will be proven wrong, my Hatice.

Mother.

I prayed for my heart to stop before you.

Now it is my greatest fear.

I am so happy...

Inshallah it is so.

I hope it turns out well.

Mother.

Hurrem.

She came to me last night.

She is very upset.

She begged me and said she is innocent.

Are we being too hasty by sending her to the old palace?

Hatice.

The matter is closed.

Let's not speak of it.

It will spoil our moods.

Beyhan!

Sister.

My girl!

- How I have missed you. - I have missed you a lot too.

Hatice.

I'm so glad that you are here.

Assalamu alaikum, Ahmet Pasa.

Alaikum assalam, Ferhat Pasa.

You are not usually here so early.

My wife, Sultana Beyhan...

...has come to visit the Valide Sultana.

Is she going to ask the Valide Sultana for mercy?

I haven't seen you for months.

How are my grandchildren?

They are better, Mother.

They have had measles for some time now. I have been looking after them.

I couldn't leave them.

And now I couldn't bring them.

I won't be staying long anyway.

I must return to the ranch.

I won't let you go, sister.

I have so much to tell you.

Hatice, I couldn't even make it to your engagement.

When is the wedding going to be?

The engagement has been cancelled.

What?

You can speak of this later. Leave us alone.

My Prince.

Mihrimah, my beautiful girl.

I missed you so much.

I missed your smell.

But now our separation is over.

We will go together.

I will always be with you.

Didn't you tell her?

What didn't they tell me?

Sumbul Agha.

Prince Mehmet is to remain here in the palace.

Ferhat Pasa is innocent, Mother.

They slander him.

The worst part is that His Majesty believes these lies.

They say that he will ask for Ferhat Pasa's head at the Council.

Do not be concerned.

How can that be? I haven't heard of this.

That's what they are saying, Mother.

I need your help.

Please help me.

I haven't slept for days.

I couldn't take it if something happened to my family.

Don't cry.

I will definitely look in to it.

Do not worry.

Thank you.

You cannot have my son.

I won't allow it.

The Prince will come with me.

No one is asking you for permission.

This is the rule.

The Prince remains with the royal family.

You can only take Sultana Mihrimah with you.

No.

- It can't be. - Sumbul.

Take the Prince away now.

You can't have him.

- Let go! - For God's sake, Hurrem Hatun!

My son!

Let go of him. I beg you, let go of him.

Don't take my son from me.

Hurrem Hatun, don't do this.

Step aside. Don't make it harder.

I'll die before I step aside.

Give me my son.

Nigar Kalfa, Gulnihal. Why are you just watching?

- Hurrem Hatun... - Hurrem, come on.

- Come, Hurrem. - Hurrem Hatun.

For God's sake.

Mehmet! My Mehmet!

Leave him! He is still so young!

It won't work, Hurrem Hatun.

He is a prince.

They won't let you have him.

- Your Majesty... - Don't ask me anything, Pargali.

Have them prepare my horse. I wish to go.

- I... - I want to be alone, Pargali.

His Majesty is not here.

Has he gone?

Has His Majesty left me and gone?

Has Ibrahim Pasa left too?

Hurrem Hatun.

Allow me to speak with His Majesty.

He left not long ago. He isn't here.

What is it?

They took my son away.

They separated us.

Sumbul has told you.

You were to find the real killer.

It will come to light if that is true.

It won't.

They won't let it.

Help me.

For the love of God, don't do this to me.

I am sorry.

You are taking revenge.

Forgive me.

Don't blame anyone, Hurrem Hatun.

You brought this on yourself.

Take her away.

Welcome, sir.

I want to buy some fabric.

Silk fabric.

I have the best silks, sir! Don't look! Just buy!

I have the best Ottoman colours.

Rose delight...

Sesame candy... I have whatever you want!

All right.

- I want to ask you something. - What is it?

Are there women here?

Take that back, sir!

This is the bazaar.

You won't find that here.

- I think you have come to the wrong place. - All right, enough.

Are you a merchant?

Yes, I am a merchant.

I am from Crimea.

What a surprise.

You don't look like a merchant.

A poor merchant.

What are you after?

Silk, copper.

You won't find women here.

Don't ask or you will get a beating.

Then...

I am looking for a woman.

Not for that.

For my home.

- You are going to stay here, then? - Yes.

Good.

Stay, stay. Be careful.

Good luck to you all.

Thank you.

Who was he?

Matrakci Nasuh Effendi.

Hurrem Hatun.

Don't be sad.

The truth will be revealed soon, I hope.

And you will be united with your child.

I am entrusting Prince Mehmet to you.

Look after him.

Tell him that his mother would give her life for him.

I promise you.

I will look after Mehmet...

...until you return.

Ibrahim.

Little flame!

My prince.

I missed you so much.

Don't go anywhere without me, Ibrahim.

All right.

I was so happy to hear that you are to marry Sultana Hatice.

We are finally rid of Hurrem.

Yes, it seems so.

Sultana Hatice believes that she didn't do it.

I was afraid that she would prevent her leaving.

I don't believe it either, my Sultana.

However...

...it is better that she leave.

Let's go to my father, Ibrahim.

His Majesty is out. He will be back this evening.

Hurrem.

Gulnihal.

Are you coming too?

I won't leave you, Hurrem.

We share the same fate.

Here you go.

What's that, merchant? Is it a balance book?

No.

I'm just drawing.

Is that so? Let me have a look.

Give it here.

Are you that bad at drawing?

You are quite talented.

Mihrimah.

My beautiful girl.

Your fate won't be like your mother's.

I promise you.

I promise.

My lion, I'm sorry to disturb you in the evening.

I waited for you to return.

- We need to talk. - Tell me, Mother. I am listening.

Beyhan came today.

Is that so? I wish you had told me.

Has she gone already?

She didn't want to distress you.

She wasn't happy.

What is upsetting her?

She is disturbed by the gossip concerning Ferhat Pasa.

They are not true, she says.

They are not even the whole truth.

That son-in-law that you are so proud of is up to his neck in corruption.

- Are you sure? - I have no doubt.

You are not thinking of taking his life, are you?

No.

Don't do this.

Think of Beyhan.

She is your sister.

Don't make her suffer.

Should he remain unpunished? Is that what you want?

I was so embarrassed when I saw the complaints received by Zembilli Ali Hodja.

I won't let anyone off.

No, he must be punished.

But not with his life.

Where shall I put these?

How should I know? Put them somewhere.

Gulnihal.

Come here.

I am sorry.

I am in pain. Don't be angry with me.

It's not easy, Hurrem. I know.

But don't give up.

These dark days will pass.

Everyone in the palace is laughing because I have left.

But you were sad.

You came with me.

You shared my punishment.

I treated you the worst.

But you came.

Don't think about that. It's passed.

Sultan Suleyman won't look at me.

He won't even listen.

He ran.

He stayed away from me.

Write it down, Hurrem.

Write whatever is in your heart.

We will send it to him.

Your Majesty.

Take your book, Pargali.

You have passed from Hell to Heaven. You are no longer in Purgatory.

Is this a new violin?

It is my mother's violin.

It is a keepsake.

I started playing on this violin.

My brother gave it to me when I went to Parga.

He kept it for all these years in case I returned.

Play it sometime and soothe our souls.

The Council meets tomorrow.

Yes, Your Majesty. I sent word to the Council members.

Good.

Sultana Beyhan came today.

She spoke to my mother.

Obviously Ferhat Pasa sent her to ask that I spare his life.

What have you decided?

The decision is yours, Pargali.

His fate is in your hands.

I understand.

What of the other matter?

I am investigating Ayse Hatun's death, Your Majesty.

But there has not been a development.

I want to rest easy, Pargali.

I want to forget.

Your Gulnihal turned out to be made of stern stuff.

She couldn't leave her friend.

She has a beautiful soul.

What is Hurrem Hatun to do?

She is trying to survive like the rest of us.

The harem is not the same without her.

We got used to her.

The harem has no colour or life left.

Sumbul Agha.

Ruhsar?

Why are you here?

I...

- Ayse Hatun's murder... - Well?

I saw it happen.

Oh, my God.

My darling Sultan.

The master of my heart, body and soul.

You sent me not to a palace but to Hell.

What am I to do with a palace without you in it?

A woman who sent poison to your table lies next to you and yet...

...here I am.

I am burning in flames.

And I am innocent.

Without sin. Without hope.

Is this how love is punished?

Come in.

Ibrahim Pasa.

Just now, one of the concubines came to me.

She said some things about Ayse Hatun's death.

- What did she say? - The hatun is here.

By your leave I will summon her to tell you.

Let her in.

What is your name?

Ruhsar, Effendi.

Tell me what you know.

That night...

...I got up to drink some water.

Ruhsar.

If you are going for some water can you bring me some too?

All right.

Didn't you see who it was?

It was dark, my Pasa. The person's back was turned and I couldn't see.

How do you know it wasn't Hurrem?

Hurrem Hatun is taller.

And her hair is lighter.

So it wasn't Hurrem. Is that it?

It wasn't. I would have known if it was.

It was a short slim girl.

She had dark hair.

Think hard.

Look me in the eyes.

Did you not see anything else?

That is all I know, my Pasa.

In that case why didn't you say so earlier?

Why didn't you say anything?

I was afraid it would cause trouble for me.

Today I saw Sultana Hurrem leave.

I was so sad to see her like that.

Have you told anyone else?

No, I have only told you.

Good.

You will keep your mouth shut.

You will not speak about this.

Or I will hurt you bad.

Do you understand?

Sumbul Agha, Nigar Kalfa.

What was spoken in this room...

...is to remain in this room.

I will see to this matter personally.

Get out.

This is Ibrahim Pasa's first Council.

Let's see what decisions he will make.

Don't be surprised if Pargali takes your head.

It is not his place.

I am a son in law to the royal family.

I am counted as one of the family.

He might also be a son in law. Who knows?

How is that going to happen?

There is only Sultana Hatice.

And she is engaged to Piri Pasa's son.

They say that the engagement was broken off, Ferhat Pasa.

Don't you know?

We will begin preparations when my lion...

...announces your marriage to Ibrahim Pasa.

Let's decide where you will live first.

We will live wherever you deem appropriate, Mother.

Ibrahim Pasa is to hold his first Council today.

You should ask his opinion too.

I don't need his opinion.

His Majesty wants to have a huge wedding.

But believe me, I want no such thing.

I just want a modest ceremony.

If it were left to you we wouldn't even have one.

You would take your bag and go today.

In the name of God.

I open the Council meeting in the name of God, the compassionate and the merciful.

Before we begin...

...I would like to clarify this point.

As of now...

...His Majesty...

...His Excellency Sultan Suleyman Khan...

...has declared that he will not attend the Council...

...except for when he deems it necessary.

As the Grand Vizier...

...of the Empire...

...I have chosen the Viziers with whom I will work...

...while carrying out this honourable duty.

However...

...first we must speak of some new appointments.

Let us begin with them.

I have appointed Ferhat Pasa...

...as governor of Semendire...

...one of the most important places...

...in Rumelia.

I am honoured.

I will carry out my duty in any place the Empire sees fit.

A demotion?

Is this what Ferhat Pasa deserves, Grand Vizier?

It is.

Ahmet Pasa.

You have served the Empire with distinction.

Ahmet Pasa will continue his service as the Governor of Egypt.

Does the Sultan...

...know of your decision?

Do not be concerned, my Pasa.

His Majesty knows of all decisions.

I hereby appoint Ayaz Pasa, the Governor of Rumelia...

...and Coban Mustafa Pasa...

...as the new Council Viziers...

...with His Majesty's approval.

Did you send the letter?

I gave it to the Aghas this morning.

They will send it to the palace.

I haven't had such a peaceful night for such a long time.

I had beautiful dreams.

That snake called Hurrem has gone.

The harem will be at peace again, my Sultana.

I hope so, Gulsah.

I have spoken to Ibrahim too.

He says that the days of Hurrem are over.

We can relax now.

Sumbul Agha!

What is it?

There is a letter from the old palace.

They told me to give it to you.

Sultana Hurrem wrote it to His Majesty.

All right, give it here.

We need to have new fabrics sown by the wedding.

We can send candles, a torchlight procession...

...musicians and acrobats through the streets.

The people can enjoy themselves.

The Council has ended, my Sultana.

I am not expecting good news from that Council.

They have decided on demotions for Ferhat and Ahmet Pasa.

Ferhat Pasa is to be the Governor of Semendire in Rumelia...

...and Ahmet Pasa is to be the Governor of Egypt.

Good.

Thank God for that.

At least it is not an execution.

It was obvious that this would happen.

I am grateful that I still have my life.

I wish they had taken my life.

I fought my way up to this position by tooth and nail.

They are sending me to Egypt when I deserve to be the Grand Vizier.

I will make Pargali Ibrahim pay for this.

I will make Sultan Suleyman regret turning a blind eye to my promotion.

I have no objections to your decisions, Ibrahim.

In fact, I am happy.

It would have been right to take Ferhat Pasa's life...

...but Sultana Beyhan's grief would have upset me.

Your Majesty, I am aware of your concern but...

I know, Pargali.

Hope for the best.

Your Majesty.

Later, Sumbul Agha.

My Pasa.

There is a letter for His Majesty.

That's it.

"My darling Sultana.

The master of my heart, body and soul.

You sent me not to a palace...

...but to hell.

What am I to with a palace without you in it?

A woman who sent poison to your table lies next to you and yet...

...here I am.

I am burning in flames.

And I am innocent.

Without sin. Without hope.

Is this how love is punished?

I found sanctuary with you...

...when I had no mother or father.

You are my family and my love.

I was beaten and poisoned.

I was thrown in prison.

I was insulted.

All because I love you.

Now they have branded me a murderer.

I have been separated from my child.

I have been separated from you.

I have no one to turn but God.

I leave the judgement for this punishment...

...to His Majesty's heart, to his great conscience.

I kiss your hands with love."

Your Majesty, is there bad news?

It's Hurrem Hatun.

She is complaining and saying that it is unfair.

She asks my heart and conscience.

What is it?

Has an answer arrived?

He probably hasn't read it yet. What answer?

What if he is angry when he reads it?

I wish I hadn't wrote it.

Look.

I listened to you and made a mistake.

Buy it not by the meter but by the ball.

See you later.

Goodbye.

Beautiful.

I mean you have drawn it well.

Who is this woman?

She is...

I don't know.

I just drew her.

Mashallah.

You draw well.

You are skilled.

You are skilled.

- Sultana Hurrem! - What is it, Esma?

Ibrahim Pasa is here, he wanted me to let you know.

Ibrahim?

Leave us alone.

Ibrahim Pasa.

What happened?

You found out that I am innocent, didn't you?

You are going to save me.

Yes.

I will save you from the offences you had been charged with.

Really? Will you do it?

Of course I will.

I can take you to the palace right now.

Wait, I am going to get ready now.

However...

I want something from you, Hurrem Hatun.

If you do what I say, everything will be all right.

If you don't, you will never see His Majesty again.