Gökbörü ambushes Sultan Saladin, leading to conflicting news of Saladin's martyrdom, which deeply affects his loved ones, though doubts arise about its truth. Gümüştekin seeks to take control of Egypt by deploying Emir Kaymaz and allying with crusaders, facing resistance from Qadı Fazıl. In Jerusalem, Princess Sybilla mourns her unborn child and separation from Balian, while her possible marriage to Lord Guy threatens King Baldwin's rule. Balian, framed for a crime, fights to clear his name with William's help. Meanwhile, the friendship of Börü, Gökbörü, and Karakuş is strained by Gökbörü's betrayal, and Saladin's power struggle with Gümüştekin hangs in the balance.