Mustafa rushes to save his father despite everyone urging him to seize the throne, but Süleyman grows suspicious when he learns Mustafa knew about the assassination attempt. The arrival of Polish Princess Anna stirs jealousy and intrigue in the palace, while Nurbanu uncovers the truth about Eftalya and Selim faces a dangerous scandal. Hürrem shifts her support to Selim after discovering Mustafa and Bayezid’s secret pact to rule together, just as Piri Reis targets her for assassination. The attack claims the life of someone dear to Hürrem, revealing a devastating secret, and Süleyman’s worsening illness finally brings him to his knees before the entire army.
