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-Here, Brother. -Thank you.
Bismillahirrahmanirrahim.
-Here, love. -Thank you.
Both Cavdar beys...
and our people look like they want to stay.
As things currently stand, on the orders of my bey, I'll stay here.
I can't bring myself to do it.
However, I can't cross my bey either.
Things will work out, Turgut.
Don't you worry.
They may decide to come with us, and we can go all together.
Even if you stay here, Söğüt is just around the corner.
We'll fight many more battles together.
Of course, Brother.
We'll go from battle to battle together.
I hope so, Brother.
Come on, stop sulking everyone.
It's not the end of the world.
Just as Ertuğrul Bey earned his status as Margrave with his efforts,
he'll get it again.
We need to stand strong beside him.
They are trying to intimidate us with all kinds of plotting.
However, we will never yield.
We won't give in to their cruelty.
So long as Emir Sadettin is alive, this won't stop.
That bastard needs to die.
We'll never be at peace as long as he's alive.
His time will come, too, Aslıhan Hatun.
There's time for that.
Rest easy.
He'll keep getting stronger as we wait.
That bastard has to die.
However, many more will die.
Many more.
What was that, Aslıhan Hatun? What do you mean?
Emir Sadettin is a man blinded by ambition.
I fear many innocents will die because of his ambition and hatred.
God protect us from his evil.
Ertuğrul Bey wants us to wait.
There must be a reason.
Let that bastard think...
that he's won this time.
These lands will be awash with his blood at the end of all this.
I hope so, Turgut. I hope no more innocents die.
May I enter?
Come in, son.
-As-Salaam-Alaikum. -Wa-Alaikum-Salaam.
Those seeking peace find anguish instead, son.
This world is a burden on the believers.
Tell me, what makes you so sad?
What are you burdened with?
We beat our enemies one by one.
However, we're troubled by the traps of the traitors
struck at the heart of our country like a rusty dagger.
I'm putting up with this cruelty
so that our country may not be tarnished,
and the innocent don't die.
However, it's hard on my people.
Bigger troubles find those with higher authority, son.
You are responsible for the people.
That's why it's heavy on you.
However, you have God's help.
That's because you don't act with greed.
You do what's right in the name of God.
Sometimes, what may look like a loss is actually a victory.
I was just reading Surah Al-Fath.
I was amazed by God's wisdom once again.
Prophet Muhammad once had a dream,
and had his followers prepare...
for umrah based upon it.
His companions were overjoyed...
because some had to leave their families,
others their jobs and houses in Mecca due to Hegira.
They took to the road with their burning sense
of seeing Mecca years later,
and with the hopes of seeing Kaaba once again.
However, those practicing idolatry, who found out about their visit,
tried to obstruct the Muslims
upon learning that the Muslims would visit
even when they'd let even the enemy in.
At last, a messenger was sent and they made a deal.
This deal was seemingly against the Muslims.
They would return without being able to see Kaaba as per the deal.
The Muslims were upset.
It was heavy on their hearts not being able to see Kaaba,
which they had been waiting
to see for so long.
However, as it says in Surah Inshirah,
surely, ease comes along with the trouble.
God's wisdom manifests itself.
Surah Al-Fath was sent on the way back to Madinah.
Our Prophet was announced with the good news of conquest.
God said thus in Surah Al-Fath:
"Indeed, we've given you a clear conquest.
That God may forgive what preceded of your sin and what will follow.
And complete his favor upon you,
and guide you to a straight path.
And God may aid you with a mighty victory."
Good and wisdom is hidden in what we see as bad.
May God let us see that good.
Amen, son.
Now, you must bear with the bellowing people.
They are like fire now.
And if that fire spreads to the country,
it'd hurt everyone.
Your path is full of hardships now.
It's dark.
However, light awaits at the end.
Keep walking that path, son.
I'll pray for you.
Thank you.
You wanted to see me, Your Highness?
The men Taceddin Pervane sent to kill Sadettin...
they failed, Mother.
Köpek got away from the ambush.
They killed Taceddin's men.
Now, he'll be even more cautious.
What about Taceddin Pervane?
Nobody knows where he is.
But I'm sure Köpek will find him right away.
Köpek will kill him.
He'll kill him like he did Altun Aba.
Today, he'll be stronger and more frantic than before.
Grant his wishes until your authority allows you to kill him, Your Highness.
You must do this for the well-being of our country.
Enough of that!
Enough!
This all happened because of you.
Because of your greed!
And now, you want me to serve under that dog.
You have to, son.
That's not true.
-That's not true, Mother! -Then, what will you do?
If he knows that you are against him, he'll kill you.
And he'll give the throne to one of his children.
Köpek has a grasp on all the officials in our government.
He is the government.
Control your anger.
First, get me out of the room you locked me in.
Once you get back from Amid with victory,
everyone will see who the real ruler of our country is.
And it will mean Sadettin's end.
We will go along with it
if patience is what it takes for the throne.
We will make him pay, soon.
So,
they killed yet another young prince.
I can't bear it, Ertuğrul.
The country that my forefathers strived so hard to build is in tatters now.
And now, it's our turn.
We won't shun our country because of traitors.
We won't turn our backs on it.
They will perish sooner or later.
But our duty is to strive to keep our country straight.
Ertuğrul Bey.
Our people may lose hope
now that you are no longer a margrave.
If they lose their hope, it's our job to give them hope.
If they collapse, it's our job to build them back up.
Talk to the women, Halime.
Tell them to stay resolute
and strong.
Spring always comes after winter.
And all nights store dawn in its wake.
May I enter, sir?
What could it be?
I hope nothing bad.
Come in, Artuk Bey.
Sir.
I shall excuse myself.
I'll go see Aslıhan Hatun.
All right, love.
What is it, Artuk Bey?
There's a letter from the White Beards, sir.
"The Oghuz beys will revolt.
The country and Turkmen tribes will fall out with each other."
It seems they are sick of the doings of Sadettin Köpek.
We can't let our country and those tribes fall out with each other because of him.
The White Beards want us to stop this revolt.
If we can't stop it fast, it'll be the end of our country.
Abdur Rahman!
-Yes, sir. -Send for my brother, Sungur,
Turgut Bey and Commander Bamsi.
Have them ready their men.
Prepare the horses, we'll depart right away.
As you wish, sir.
So, I saved my country from an immoral and greedy man
like Taceddin Pervane.
We will now rid our country of all these cancerous men.
Ertuğrul included.
I know you would do anything for the good of our country.
However, Ertuğrul...
I doubt he'd go against the traditions of our country.
What do you mean, Günalp?
Ertuğrul Bey would have done anything to protect the castle
and his status, if he so wanted.
However, he gave up what was rightfully his
so that he wouldn't go against the country.
Günalp...
Son.
You still haven't realized Ertuğrul's true motives.
Ertuğrul gave up on what was rightfully his not because of that,
but because of the fact that his power couldn't match mine.
If it was any other emir,
he wouldn't even pay heed to Sultan.
I traveled with Ertuğrul Bey.
I fought back-to-back with him.
He's a brave man.
I didn't see greed for power, not in his words, nor his eyes.
But you know best.
Günalp.
My brave son.
You, too, will one day see
the kind of man Ertuğrul really is.
You will have no doubts about his treachery, either.
However, never mind that now.
There's something more important.
I called you here for that.
Yes, sir.
Some Turkish beys will try to unite and revolt.
Revolt? But why?
They lost control after Sultan Alaeddin’s passing away.
And since Sultan Gıyaseddin is still a child to them, they want to revolt.
They think they can steal whatever they want
from the country and bring forth disorder.
But our country would never yield to some marauders.
Would it?
Never.
The well-being of our country depends on you, Günalp.
You must put an end to this mutiny.
Make an example of them so they can never forget.
As you wish, Your Highness.
Go now.
Excuse me.
You may leave.
It was obvious Emir Sadettin wouldn't stop.
I knew it.
But nobody listened to me.
Nobody. We'll be in even more trouble if we go to Söğüt.
We will fall apart because of that bastard Sadettin Köpek.
He'll cause bigger troubles if nobody stops him.
It's all my fault.
What did you say, Aslıhan?
What does it have to do with you?
Ever since I became Turgut's wife,
he treats both of us as his enemy.
He hurts me and those around me.
He's blinded by the thirst of revenge.
He won't leave us be as long as he lives.
Aslıhan Hatun.
We must leave this matter to the men.
All we can do is be patient.
This matter affects both men and women alike.
We must kill that bastard where and when
he least expects it
so he can't run away.
Aslıhan Hatun.
You will see.
Ertuğrul Bey and Turgut Bey will beat him.
Emir Sadettin has the whole country backing him.
It will be hard for Turgut and Ertuğrul Bey
to deal with him now.
If they cross Sadettin Köpek, innocents will die.
It's better for one person to die...
to save thousands, instead of thousands of innocents dying.
Aslıhan...
Sister.
He was a bey to you, and a brother to me.
He was a terrific man that put up with me and supported me.
He has now passed from this world.
He rests in peace here.
Now, it's our turn to stand up for him.
We will stand erect.
We will protect our tribe, traditions
and our unity in his path.
Let it be known
that our tribe will not be left without a leader.
Until a new bey is elected,
I will shoulder my brother's legacy.
I swore to protect our tribe, Brother.
I promised that I would not let
our tribe fall apart, and that I'd protect it.
I gave up on my life
for our tribes,
for my Turgut and Ertuğrul Bey.
It's now time to take revenge on that bastard Sadettin Köpek.
You will die by my hands, Köpek!
What's he doing here?
Isn't he one of Günalp's dogs?
Who are you to stop me in my tracks?
You shall not pass, Ertuğrul Bey.
And who is stopping me? You?
I will!
I see. You are one of Köpek's dogs, and you owe this boldness to him.
Watch your mouth, Ertuğrul Bey.
I'm a soldier of this country.
If you go against a soldier of your country,
you will pay for it dearly.
You heard him, everyone.
Don't draw your swords.
Attack!
Ertuğrul Bey. I'm a soldier of your government.
You are lucky that I'm in a hurry,
or I'd have beaten you to a pulp.
If you attempt something like this again,
I'll crush you under the shoes of my horse.
Tell this to the one holding your leash.
Come on, everyone.
Everyone.
Begin the preparations.
Prepare the ox carts.
Collect up your things.
Have the shepherds take our herds to the highlands.
Prepare dried meat to eat during the migration.
Halime. Personally guide everyone.
Make sure everything is prepared orderly.
Yes, Mother.
-May I enter, Mother Hayme? -Come in, dear.
Aslıhan Hatun wasn't at her tent, Mother Hayme.
I looked everywhere, asked everyone.
-Nobody saw her. -What did you say, Bürçe?
Where could she have gone?
I don't know. She took some of her things.
Her horse wasn't there, either.
I was worried and wanted to let you know, Mother Hayme.
Well done, dear.
Halime, let's go look for her.
Dear, let the men know.
Tell them to look for Aslıhan Hatun.
Yes, Mother Hayme.
Come on, everyone. Back to work.
Let's go, dear.
He had Taceddin Pervane stoned to death, Mother.
Who is next?
You? Or maybe it's me.
The murderer of my father is killing your bastards, Mother. You are next.
Should I be happy or worried?
Since one bastard kills another.
Tell me, Mother, how should I feel?
Forgive me, Son.
Forgive me.
What use is crying now?
Would God forgive you?
We will all pay the price for your sin.
I wish it was that easy to pay for killing my father.
You left our country to that dog.
As long as Sadettin Köpek is alive, he'll have control over our country.
Emir Taceddin.
He sent his men to kill Sadettin Köpek. But they are all dead.
I had to fight against them.
I gained Köpek's trust.
Well done.
The fact that you gained
the trust of both Emir Sadettin and Commander Kritos
will benefit not just them,
but it'll help us against the emperor, as well.
Köpek will definitely want to get back at him.
They must know Taceddin's location.
He's already sent his men after him.
No doubt, they'll kill him.
Emir Taceddin had always crossed him.
He killed yet another who opposed him.
He's gained more power in the government.
Even more than the Sultan.
Köpek wants to use me to beat Governor Kritos as well.
He offered to make me a governor.
He thinks he can make me his ally.
He said he removed you from your position as Margrave.
For now.
But justice will be served, Ahmet.
Köpek will let you settle in Söğüt.
However, he'll have thrown you at the feet of Governor Kritos.
His goal...
is to destroy your tribe by having me and Kritos join hands.
If the governor can't do it...
Günalp will try to end us.
I trust Günalp in that respect.
For now, it's good that Günalp is the margrave.
If Emir Sadettin tries to attack us violently,
Günalp will try to stop it.
He thinks Söğüt will be our grave.
Let them think it's going to be our grave, Bamsi.
However...
Nobody will be able to stop
the holy plane tree that will be born in Söğüt.
Allah!
Stay with the governor, Ahmet.
Keep your connection with Köpek.
The intel you gather
from both Köpek and the governor is very important.
As you wish, sir.
We're going through harsh times, Ahmet.
I know what you are doing is not easy.
However, bear with me a bit longer.
It will all pass.
And you will come to live with us in our tribe.
Thank you, sir. I hope so.
Where is that girl?
If you had to go somewhere,
why didn't you tell anyone?
This is unacceptable.
May I enter?
Come in, Artuk Bey.
What happened?
Could you find Aslıhan Hatun?
We looked everywhere.
But we couldn't find her.
Nobody saw her, either.
Did she tell you anything?
Where could she have gone?
She didn't tell me anything.
I don't understand why she'd do this.
Emir Sadettin has the whole country backing him up.
It's hard for Turgut and Ertuğrul Bey to deal with him now.
If they cross Sadettin Köpek,
innocents will die.
It's better for one person to die...
to save thousands, instead of thousands of innocents dying.
Mother!
Artuk Bey!
I'm afraid Aslıhan Hatun went to Emir Sadettin.
What did you say?
Why would she go there?
I was with Aslıhan Hatun yesterday.
She keeps blaming herself for what Emir Sadettin has done.
She said it's better for one person to die if it saves thousands.
I'm afraid he went to Emir Sadettin to kill him.
She's sacrificing herself to save us.
That's not possible.
Oh, Aslıhan, my dear.
May God protect her.
Amen.
Then, let me send our alps to check all the roads to Konya.
That'd be good, Artuk Bey.
Go in peace.
Subtitle translation by Tuğçe Erteki