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.

While campaigning against Karaman, Mehmed invites Evrenesoğlu Ali to handle potential issues in the capital, appointing him as the palace trustee. Çandarlı, remaining in the capital, plots to place Ahmed on the throne by manipulating Gülşah, facing obstacles from Halime who also aims to make Ahmed sultan.

Konstantinos makes a risky offer to increase Orhan's allocation to quell discontent about Orhan's expenses, awaiting Mehmed's response. Kurtçu, following Çandarlı's orders, plans to intercept Mehmed and challenge him to pass under swords, risking conflict with the Janissaries.

The unfolding events create a tense atmosphere, with Mehmed's decisions and responses critically shaping the outcomes.