After ascending to the throne, Mehmed confronts Halime for attempting to kidnap Ahmed and Çandarlı for his alleged complicity. Halime faces a choice: implicate Çandarlı or remain silent. Mehmed establishes a new order in the palace and must decide on the Grand Vizier. In the harem, Bahar becomes the chief haseki, marking a new era. Hala Sultan's unexpected arrival disrupts the harem's order, and her first move targets Halime. Gülşah is placed under Bahar's influence by Mehmed. Çandarlı plans a new strategy against Mehmed, using Piri Pasha's arrival to pit the Ottomans against Karaman. The unfolding events set the stage for further political intrigue and power struggles.
