Episode 165

Synopsis

Osman Bey, now leading a state, aims to unify the Turks under his banner, and influence border principalities. Bayhan Bey and his rival Begüm Hatun attend Osman Bey's wedding, possibly revealing intentions towards his daughter, Fatma Hatun. The arrival of the Caliph's vizier Emir Ömer stirs tension, his purpose unknown to Osman. Emir Ömer secretly informs Karesi Bey of the theft of sacred relics, prompting Karesi to seek them out and offer allegiance to Osman Bey. As Osman expands his territory, Byzantine hopes rest on Commander Lucas, who holds the sacred relics and plots against the Turks. Lucas tries to recruit Holofira, impacting her and Orhan Bey’s paths. Alaeddin Bey is imprisoned in a castle as Osman continues his conquests, facing Lucas's schemes.