Osman and Bala's Love and Their Journey- Page 6

Osman is still worried that he and Bala have challenges ahead. In time her father might agree.

16th Episode --- (Part 1)

In Forest

At Wolf Hill Top

Osman : "You offered me the Sanjak Beylik in exchange for my life... but I promise you an honorable death, Balgay!"

Kongar : "Commander Balgay! How did Osman know we were coming here?"

Balgay : "Before I cut his tongue out, I will learn that, Kongar."

Osman : "You spread fear to the entire world with this cruel sword... but to add to that, you dare attack my heart!"

Balgay : "I will tear your heart out, Osman!"

Other Part of The Forest

Cerkutay : Ambush! How could you forget the Mongol's malice so quickly, Samsa ?"

Samsa : "Balgay is finished! He cannot save himself from Osman Bey's claws now. You worry about yourself!" "There must be more men near Cerkutay... Their main force is likely with Balgay. We must hurry to help Osman Bey! Move!"

In Forest

At Wolf Hill Top

Balgay : "Before I dry up your well, I will enter your chest... and roast your heart in the fire of my blood!"

Osman : "I will be your hell!"

Dundar : Osman ! I've come to take your life Osman .

Sungurtekin : Slaps Dundar again then says you said you will ask Osman about Batur's murder , my brother Dundar

Kongar : "Your end has arrived, Osman..."

Balgay : "What's this? Your uncle has arrived... aren't you happy, Osman?"

Dündar : "You killed my son! You killed my Batur, Osman! You stained the tent of Suleyman Shah with brother's blood! May you drown in your own blood!"

Sungurtekin : Takes away Dundar's sword and everything then tells him now ask what you wanted to ask Osman .

Dundar : Osman ! Did you kill my son Batur or not tell me?

Osman : No , uncle I left Mongols camp when uncle Sungurtekin left to be at Kayi tribe again . But here I see foul play but somone clearly wants to create division between me and you uncle .

Sungurtekin : Did you heard this Dundar Osman did not killed Batur

Dundar : Then who killed my son Batur

Osman : Someone who hates kayi people and me , uncle .That's why I was framed in murder of Batur .

At Kayi Tribe

In Dundar's Tent

Batur's body is wrapped up with his sword laid upon him Zorah is kneeling Beside him weeping:

Zohre : If you saw me what would you say? Son l am crippled my wings are broken. My heart yearns for my blue-eyed love if you saw my condition would you say. Wait a moment Mother? How do you hear this pain, my son? Oh if only you hadn't gone after Gunduz, even if they cut out my tongue-l did it to protect you, my son, l could never hurt you, l wanted to protect you l wanted to take care of myself ; my heart is grieving my son.

Aygul : enters and walks slowly; she sits down and weeps over her brother's body while Zorah cries.

Aygul : Mom, my mind can't wrap itself around this. Would Osman ever harm my older brother Batur?

Zohre : Aygul, you don't know Osman; he killed your brother. Do you still feel sad for him? Then let your heart rot Aygul let your heart rot. That's how it was when Osman was growing up he acted like a madman doing whatever crossed his mind. Neither his father nor Dundar could control him. l told them it would be us doing but they didn't listen to me l couldn't get them to listen to me. It was my son who suffered the consequences. Bamsi, Abdurrahman, Gunduz, Selcan.

Zohre runs her hand over Batur's sword.

Zohre :They stood behind him; they didn't let him fail, they didn't let him falter, yet in the end, they took my son's life, but they always protected Osman.

Alp: Can l enter Zohre Hatun?

Zohre : Enter.

Alp enters and places his hand on his chest out of respect.

Alp: Selcan hatun and her sister Gonca Hatun loaded their horses onto the horses.

Zohre : Really, Oh, Selcan hatun, oh! May it be forbidden for me to bury my son until his blood flows like a river.

Zohre : gets up and takes Batur's sword.

Aygul: Mother l beg you to come back to yourself.

Zohre : Rise up and take up your weapon- they did this to my Batur. They will surely drown in their own blood. Rise that refugee shall answer for my son's death my Batur blood and l shall exact it by the sword of Batur.

Aygul: Selcan hatun has her warriors; they won't let us go. Please, for the love of God, don't do it.

Zohre : Don't we have our own Alps? Go send word to the Alps.

Aygul: Mother

Zohre : l told you to put on your weapon. My heart won't be at peace until l make that woman vomit blood Come on.

Zohre gets out of there quickly.

In Forest

At Wolf Hill Top

Osman : I did not kill Batur , uncle can't you see it someone trying create rift between us

Dundar : Then who killed my son Batur , Tell me ?

Mongol Soldier : Tries to attack Osman from behind

Samsa : Kills him with an arrow .

Osman : Turns and says Samsa !

Sungurtekin : Watches everything

Samsa : Come on , brave men ! Strike , brave men , leave no one alive !

Alişar : "Come on, braves! Strike, braves! Leave none of them alive!"

(Alişar Bey hides in the brush with a drawn bow, taking aim at Osman Bey while Dündar Bey fights alongside him with words )

Alisar : "You are going to die, Osman."

(Alişar releases the arrow, but it strikes Dündar Bey in the back instead as Osman turns away.)

Alisar : "You escaped once again..."

(Dündar Bey grunts in pain, collapsing into Osman's arms while heavily bleeding.)

Dundar : "Osman... May you drown in your own blood... Osman..."

Osman & Sungurtekin : Both holding Dundar Bey together .

(Seeing the battle shift, Balgay turns to his commander Melik.)

Balgay : Genghis Khan says: 'He who fights knowing he will lose is a fool.' Move!

(Osman and Sungurtekin cradles the wounded Dündar Bey and shouts orders to his commanders.)

Osman : Konur! Follow Balgay! I want both of them, dead or alive. Go!"

(Alişar watches from cover as Osman tends to Dündar Bey.)

Alişar : "Osman... I swear by my oath, your destruction will come by my hands.

Melik : But Dündar Bey is dead...

Alisar : He must not die, Melik! He must not die! I need Dündar! We will not take our eyes off them." Osman... When the time comes, I will tear you apart with my own hands!"

At Kurgan Valley

Gonca : If Zöhre heard that we left the tribe, she must have come after us.

Seclan : The Kurgan Valley is close. If she is coming, let her come-she will get what's coming to her! Come on, no stopping, onward on the road!

(Meanwhile, Zöhre Hatun and her warriors ride aggressively.)

Zöhre Hatun's Companion: They are going to the Kurgan Valley. We will step right out in front of them!

Aygul : Mother, don't do this! Come, let's go back! We left my elder brother in the tent, I beg you, don't!

Zöhre : You go back if you want! I am in pursuit of revenge for my child! I will not leave until I take his life! Now listen to me carefully! From here on, we will take the path with our blades drawn! Osman is the killer of my child, and of your Batur Bey- she is Osman's accomplice! Today is the day of reckoning! There is no returning to the tribe without cutting off their breath! Move, come on!

At Near River

Kongar : They are following us, Commander Balgay. You are wounded. We must lose our trail!

Balgay: The water erases our trail, not our anger!

(Osman's men arrive at the river bank.)

Boran : They entered the water to lose their trail, brothers.

Konur : We will not stop until we find where they stepped out! Let us hit the road, my brother.

Boran : When we find them, you will leave them to me!

Konur : Do you think I will listen to him again? Know that this time I will not look at anyone's tears, Konur!

Boran : But brother... I don't want you to stain your hands with your brother's blood.

Konur : He is not my brother! For the sake of my father, whom they shot in the back, and my mother, whom they plundered-his blood is lawful for me to shed! Eyvallah, my brother! Yah!

At Wolf Hill Top

Osman : What happened to Batur? What happened to Batur?!

Sungurtekin and Aybars : Watching everything and taking care of Dundar .

Saltuk : You ask as if you don't know! You killed Batur and sent his corpse back to the tribe on a horse-what more do you ask, Osman?!

Bamsi : What does he say?

Osman : I don't understand...I didn't understand , Bamsi Bey , But we will understand soon. Right now, what matters is Dündar Bey. He is alive, and what he has to say is vital.

Samsa : It means his suffering is not over yet.

Aybars : Sencer... Sencer is also alive.

Osman : Abdurrahman Gazi! Take uncle Sungurtekin , Erkut and Kılıç with you. Take Dündar Bey and these two to Mother Elif. The cave is at the foot of the Sahin Rocks.

Abdurrahman : We will arrive soon .

Osman : But Dündar Bey must live! You understand, right?

Abdurrahman : Don't worry, Osman.

Osman : The traitor who killed Batur and sent Dündar Bey after us is the very same idiot . Whoever this stupid is, we can learn it from Dündar Bey. Come on, prepare a sled! Stop right there! Hold on! Who told you that we were here? Who?! Speak! Speak!

(Flashback scene)

Saltuk : Someone I have never seen before told me!

Dundar : Who sent you?

Melik : Balgay sent me!

Dundar : What does he want ?

Melik : He says Balgay has found Osman's trail; he is at Kurt Tepesi (Wolf Hill) and calls for you!

(Flashback ends and back reality again)

Bamsi : You say Balgay did not send Dündar Bey, huh Osman?

Samsa : In that case, who sent Dündar after Balgay to come here?

Osman : Dündar Bey... That person sent him, Samsa Bey! Clearly, someone is doing everything in their power to turn my uncle and us against each other! It's neither Balgay ,Yannis nor the Mongols...Sooner or later, we will find out who this traitor is! Then says to his uncle sungurtekin you must go back to tribe and handle things again

Sungurtekin : Okay , my nephew Osman and leaves back for the kayi oba again on his horse .

Bamsi : Tell us, Osman, how will we find them?

Osman : We will go to the tribe. We will reclaim my father's relics! Now, the Kayı tribe will not remain leaderless, nor will it ever be leaderless from now on! We will not rest until we hold accountable those who trample our traditions, commit treason, and dig graves behind our backs!

Bamsi : Hey Maşallah, my brave hero!

All Warriors : Allahu Akbar! Allahu Akbar! Allahu Akbar!

In Forest

Selcan : Come on, there is no place for fear, Gonca.

Gonca : My concern is because of you, Selcan Hatun. It is my duty to protect you.

Selcan : I am of the old soil (a battle-tested veteran), my girl. I do not sleep without sharpening my blade, nor do I set off on a path whose end I do not know. Keep your heart at ease. Come!

At Riverbank

Balgay: Sworn by the flowing water, the blood of the Kayı shall flow like this stream! Sworn by the flying bird, the heads of the Kayı shall fly just like it! Sworn by the dark earth, the dark earth shall be filled with their corpses!

Kongar: How did Osman set a trap for us, Commander Balgay?

Balgay: Have you still not understood? They joined hands with Yannis and lured us into a trap. Even a snake wouldn't be this insidious, nor a fox this cunning. An inexperienced boy and an old wretch played me!

Kongar: You promised Yannis more than he deserved. Why did Yannis betray us?

Balgay : My promises struck Osman's blade and were chopped to pieces, Kongar!
First, let us find a cave to take refuge. Let us cauterize our wounds and regain our strength. Osman will learn that Balgay has not been defeated!

At Kulucahisar Castle

Yannis : Have you been able to find Sofia's location yet?

Commander : We are still searching, my lord.

Yannis : If you cannot find Sofya, you must know what will happen to you.

Commander : Yes, my lord, I know.

Yannis : No, you cannot even imagine what I will do to you!

Commander : My lord, there is no place left that we haven't searched. It is as if she vanished into thin air.

Yannis : Cut it! Was Osman able to kill Balgay?

Commander : There are many Mongol corpses on Kurt Tepesi (Wolf Hill) and near the İnegöl border, but Balgay is not among them.

Yannis : If Osman let Balgay slip through his hands, the Mongols will make us pay the price for this. We fell into Osman's trap! I fear that this trap we have fallen into will be our doom...

At Forest Road

Abdurrahman Gazi and Alps : Taking Injured Dundar and injured alps to Mother Elif cave which is located on Sahin rocks one .

At Kurgan Valley

Gonca : Watch yourself, Zöhre Hatun !

Seclan : What is this, Zöhre? Have you gone out raiding, or have you taken a liking to banditry?

Zohre : Osman took my child's life, and you abetted him! You will pay the price for it, Hatun!

Seclan : Your own deceit and malice destroyed my Batur, Zöhre! And you have no idea!

(Turning to Aygül)

Aygül, I used to think you had at least a bit of sense in you. Will you now burn in the fire of your mother's intrigue too ?

Aygul : My place is beside my mother! Did you think I would leave my brother's blood unavenged?

Seclan : It is clear... their hearts will not rest until blood is spilled.

Zohre : Your death will be by my hand, Selcan Hatun!

Aygul : Drop that dagger, Selcan Hatun!

Zohre : Now let's see if that beloved Osman of yours comes to save you !

Bala : Shoots the arrow and kills an alp then she is shown standing with a couple of alps and Zulfikar dervish .

Aygul : We asked for one eye, and Allah gave us two! Those we wished were dead stand right before us! Mother!

Bala : This makes for a fairer fight, Zöhre Hatun !

Zohre : Come then, warriors! Ya Allah!

Everyone begins to fight Selcan and Zohre clashes Gonca dodges two strikes from Aygul and blocks her attack. Zulfikar fights an Alp kicking him and blocking his blows before slapping him . Two alps fight, Selcan slaps Zohre who attacks her again. Gonca fights an Alp and kicks him, Bala fights Aygul and slaps her. Zulfikar kills an Alp, and another Alp kills Zohre's Alp; Bala and Aygul cross swords, locking eyes; Gonca kills an Alp with a strike and kicks him; Zulfikar kills another Alp; Seclan knocks Zohre's sword away and holds his own blade to Zohre's throat; Aygul attacks Bala, but Bala grabs-her arm, knocks the sword from her hand, and holds her own blade to Aygul's throat.

Selcan and Aygul look at each other seriously.

On the road.

Alisar and two of his men ride their horses along the road.

Soldiers: He will arrange medical treatment for Dundar by and his aides.

Alisar: He ignored Osman Balgay and stalled the score with me; now l must rescue Dundar from their clutches. l will succeed where Balgay failed-l will finish Osman off, and both Dundar and the Kayi tribe will be in my hands.

In the forest.

Selcan: You will confess every detail of the betrayal you orchestrated. Zohre .

Zohre : Nothing's over yet, woman. Dundar bet will hold them accountable.

Osman and his men arrive riding on horseback.

Osman dundar bey was drowned in the betrayal he committed. Zohre Hatun met her death at my hands.

Ayul: Father !

Zohre: Dundar

Everyone watches Osman as he and his men dismount from their horses. Osman looks at Bala and nods with her eyes.

Zohre : You killed my son... and my husband too Osman

Osman: Dundar and Batur joined forces with Balgay and collaborated with the Mongols; they betrayed the Kayi tribe. Do you really think l would end up letting traitors live? The chief of our tribe is still my father, no power can violate our traditions and choose our leader to announce it to the whole world. Dundar Bey's death... was at my hands.

Aygul: Killer.

Everyone falls silent.

Osman : You shall take Zohre Hatin to the tribe put in the cage tent. l'm not done with him yet. Let go. Let go.

The Alps carry Zohre .

Zohre : You're going to get what's coming to you, Osman, You're going to get what's coming to you.

Aygul: You killed my father and my brother's murderer. Shame on him. What a shame, What shame.

Aygul lunges at Osman Zulfikar, who tries to restrain her. She breaks free and attempts to slap Osman, but he grabs her hand.

Aygul leaves there with the Alp carried.

Osman : Take my elder brother Zulfikar dervish to the encampment.

Osman: Now listen to me carefully.

In Forest

On Route to Shahin Rocks

(Abdurrahman Gazi steps forward alongside the horse stretcher where Dündar Bey lies unconscious and bleeding.)

Erkut : Abdurrahman Gazi! Dündar Bey... His condition is severe.

Abdurrahman : (Examines Dündar Bey's injury closely)

His condition is critical... To stop the bleeding, we must cauterize the wound. Prepare fire quickly! But first, we must extract the arrow tip. Hand me the dagger.

(He takes the blade and recites prayers before operating)

Bismillahirrahmanirrahim... Eüzü billahi mineşşeytanirracim, Bismillahirrahmanirrahim... Ya Şafi (O Healer)...

(Behind dense bushes, the enemy scout whispers to his commander while pointing at Abdurrahman Gazi's group.)

Enemy Scout : Should we attack, my Bey? There are six of them, and three are wounded. If you permit, now is the perfect time!

Alisar : (Stares intently through the branches)

You do not know Abdurrahman Gazi... Do not be fooled by his gray beard. When he enters battle, he turns into a dragon!

(To another warrior)

Inform the trackers. Tell Melik to bring fierce warriors skilled with the blade!

(Turning back to the scout)

Zorba, do not take your eyes off them for a single second!

Abdurrahman : pulls out the arrow point and immediately prepares to cauterize the wound to save Dündar Bey's life.

Alp : Will he make it, Abdurrahman Gazi?

Abdurrahman : Insha'Allah... But the bleeding is heavy; we must cauterize it immediately. Ya Şafi... Ya Şafi... Ya Şafi...

In Kayi Tribe

In Ertugrul's Tent

Sungurtekin Bey stands before Osman, Gündüz, and Bamsı Bey, his expression serious.

Sungurtekin: Osman, Gündüz, Bamsı... I must leave now. There is an important mission I have to complete for the safety of the Kayı tribe.

Osman: What is this mission, uncle?

Sungurtekin: I cannot speak of all its details yet, Osman. But I know that I would not leave unless it was necessary.

Bamsı: Then may your path be clear, Sungurtekin Bey. We will keep the tribe safe while you are gone.

Sungurtekin: I know I can trust you, Bamsı. And Gündüz...

Gündüz: Yes, uncle?

Sungurtekin: While I am away, you will handle the tribe's duties as Bey. The Kayı need a strong hand here.

Gündüz: Okay, uncle. I will. I promise I will protect our people and carry out my duties faithfully.

Sungurtekin: That is all I wished to hear.

Osman: May Allah protect you on your mission, uncle.

Sungurtekin: And may Allah protect all of you.

Sungurtekin mounts his horse and looks back at them one final time.

Sungurtekin: Take care of the Kayı.

Gündüz: We will, uncle. Go safely.

Sungurtekin rides away toward the distant hills, while Osman, Gündüz, and Bamsı watch him depart.

Osman: May his mission succeed.

Bamsı: Ameen.

Gündüz: Now, we have a tribe to protect.

In Forest Again

(Balgay and Kongar arrive on horseback, exhausted and wounded. Cerkutay is already crouching near a small campfire.)

Cerkutay: Balgay! Balgay, you are wounded!

Balgay : Osman made sure of his work. If only we could have passed through Kurttepesi... Yet we still walked right into the ambush

Cerkutay : How does Osman dare to do this! We have underestimated Osman..

Balgay : By this flowing blood, I swear... By this burning fire, I swear... My revenge will be fierce!

Cerkutay : How did Osman pull off this ambush, Balgay?

Balgay : Yannis... Clearly that senile old man has forgotten the wrath of the Mongols. Had he not aligned with Osman, it would not be us covered in blood, but Osman.

Kongar : We have no nökers left either, Commander Balgay. If Geyhatu hears of this, what will we do?

Balgay : This is now my war! If he stands in my way, I will kill Geyhatu too! We will reach Konya. We will gather new nökers and return. When we return... No head shall remain on any shoulders! Every living creature within these borderlands... I will burn alive!

(Balgay places the glowing, red-hot blade directly against his wound to cauterize it, gritting his teeth in agony.)

In Kayi Tribe

In Ertugrul’s Tent.

Inside his father’s tent, Osman stood alone gazing silently at his father's throne.

Bala entered and noticed his thoughtful expression.

Bala : Osman, is everything all right?

Osman continued looking at the throne for a moment

Osman: Since l was a child. l admired my father. To me, he was always a great example. l dreamed of becoming like him and honoring everything he built.

Bala stepped closer .

Bala: You already honor him, Osman. Though the man you have become and the way you fight for your people.

Before Osman could answer, Selcan entered the tent.

Selcan: l see you two are having an important conversation.

Osman smiled.

Osman: We were talking about my father.

Selcan looked at the throne and then at Osman.

Selcan: Your father left a great legacy. But remember, Osman: you don’t have to be exactly like him. Build your own path.

Bala nodded.

Bala: And we will stand by your side.

Seclan smiled at them both.

Selcan and regarding your future together be patient. If there is love, respect and good intentions between you, don’t be afraid to wait for the right time.

Osman looked at Bala.

Osman: We will wait together.

Bala smiled.

Bala: Together.

Selcan placed a hand on each of their shoulders.

Selcan: Them never forget marriage should not only be the union of two people but also a union built with respect for your families and your responsibilities.

In the forest.

Osman's men are resting in a place in the forest with Dundar and the tied up Alp Dundar wakes up and says.

Smooth observed hidden.

Dudar : Abdurrahman Gazi, why did you do this to me ?

Abdurrahman : In truth, you should bring this to our tribe. How could you do this to our Ertugrul bey, Dundar bey a great torment awaits you in the grave. l am sorry about this situation.

Dundar : My son, did you kill my Batur?

Abdurrahman : And did you really believe that? Alisar and Sofia- how can you believe Balgay? Oh Dundar bey

Dundar : Abdurrahman Gazi, kill me, kill me, or l’ll kill you all. l won’t let my son Batur’s blood lie on the ground, it kills me.

Abdurahman : Who sent you to the place where Osman set a trap for Balgay? Speaking of which, tell Osman to reveal the conspiracy being hatched against us all; then you will have the answers to the questions you asked.

Dundar faints and Abdurrahman checks if he is breathing while,.Alisar watches from his hiding place on the woods

At Kayi Tribe

In Caged Tent

Zohre : Go! Go, ominous woman! Every time I see you, I smell the scent of blood! Go!

Seclan : That is the smell of the blood you have spilled, Selcan! It comes to your mind what you have done!

Aygul : Enough of your injustices! Enough already!

Seclan : Look at what your daughter says... She says enough! First Bala was almost ambushed but Osman saved her at the right time , now Gündüz... What has happened is no coincidence. Speak!

Zohre : Have you lost your minds completely? Your eyes are blinded by the ambition for power! Take it—let the tribe and the leadership be yours! But I will not leave the vengeance of my Batur or my Dündar in your hands!

Bala : What will you do, Zöhre?! Will you beg for help from the Mongols again?!

Episode 16th ----- (Last Part)

Outside Area Of Tribe

Osman : In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. In the name of Almighty Allah, who creates all from nothing when He commands "Be!", and fills our hearts with the light of faith-by His 99 names. My brave brothers in arms, elders of my tribe! Dündar's reign as Bey, which bowed to the command of the Mongols, is now over! The entire world and all nations saw that the future of the Kayı tribe will not be determined by servants who accept orders and silver coins from the Mongols, but by brave warriors who do not succumb to any worldly gain! Therefore, until my father returns, one of the Kayı beys will act as regent for the leadership of the Kayı tribe. I wish that we choose a Bey for this blessed council assembly who will serve its people and act as an executioner to its enemies!

Bey (Şahin Bey): Osman Bey, the procedure you are following is improper. You spared our lives, and we thank you for that. However, just because you spared our lives doesn't mean we can break custom.

Demirci Bey: Şahin Bey is right. The candidates should be decided in advance. The nominees must be known beforehand.

Bamsi : Beys, Beys! Look at those who are trying to teach us customs and procedures! Ironmonger Bey (Demirci Bey), Şahin Bey! Those who bow to Mongol rule for a pouch of silver coins thrown before them cannot question the procedures of this council assembly!

Demirci Bey : We do not question the procedure; we speak of custom, Bamsı Bey! Our intentions are not bad, nor do our words exceed their boundaries.

Samsa : Do not stir up trouble out of Osman Bey's mercy! The procedure is correct, as is the ruling passed! An election will be held, a Bey will be chosen, and allegiance will be sworn!

Gunduz : Şahin Bey, Demirci Bey, there is no need to panic. Customs will not be breached in a council where my brother is present. But know this as well: those who disregard custom have no place in this tribe!

In Caged Tent

Aygul : My father had set everything right, but Osman couldn't resist stirring up trouble. My brother is gone, my father is gone... Now is it my mother's turn? A new dawn has broken for you to cling to Osman, hasn't it? Sacrifice my mother and me so the stage is left entirely to you! To all of you...

Bala : As a person's heart grows dark, their anger turns cruel, and their tongue turns vile. Aygül Hatun, if only you could hear what comes out of your mouth.

Seclan : Ah, ah! Now, I will speak briefly. The funeral of Zöhre's son Batur will take place. If you wish to stand by your child like a mother and fulfill your final duty, I will get you out of here. So tell me, are you coming or not?

Zohre : What do you mean, "am I coming?" Of course! Of course I am coming!

Seclan : I know your heart is ablaze. I understand your grief. But if you wish to go to Batur's funeral... ...you must speak. We know you are connected to these events. We understand that. Now we want to know the rest. After that, we shall go to our funeral. Yes... speak up. Come on, Zöhre, free yourself of this burden. Stand by your son's side... tell us!

Zohre : I wanted to protect them... It was to protect my children, my Bey, and my tent...

Seclan : It wasn't!

Zohre : I went to Balgay...

Bala and Gonca : Getting angry on Zohre Hatun

Aygul : Mother... What have you done?!

Bala : Angry then looks at Aygul and Zohre and stroms out of the tent

Seclan : I asked, your mother confessed, and you heard it too, Aygül. This much is enough for me. You can tell your daughter the rest yourself.

Outside Caged Tent

Seclan : What is it that Bala Hatun worries about so deeply? Tell me

Gonca : Thanks to God that Osman Bey , Aybars Bey and I arrived on time and saved Bala from the Mongol ambush attack...The only thing worries her right now is when Sheikh will approve her and Osman's wedding Seclan Hatun that is worrying Bala'm

Outside Ertugrul's Tent

Demirci Bey : "Since the intention is to align with the custom (Töre) and elect a Bey, let everyone speak their mind freely. Our tribe is no longer just a handful as it used to be; our herds and possessions have grown. We need a sharp-minded Bey who can manage both trade and custom at the same time. My candidate is Gündüz Bey."

Şahin Bey : "His words are sweet, his methods gentle, and his decisions firm. My candidate is Gündüz Bey."

Samsa : "Bless you, brothers. I hold Gündüz Bey in high regard and respect him deeply. However, the hope of all Kayı elders lies in Osman. My candidate is Osman!"

Council Members: "I agree with Şahin Bey and Demirci Bey. My candidate is Gündüz Bey."

Bamsi : "Osman is torrent, Gündüz is soil. Osman is water, Gündüz is bread. Osman is the galloping horse, Gündüz is coolness. A Bey is one who can see beyond the immediate horizon...My candidate is Osman .

Council member : Bamsi Bey speaken the truth My candidate is Osman!"

Gunduz : "While we stood, he ran. While we looked, he struck! When trouble came, we were trapped, but he stood tall! He has become our hope, our intention, and our honor. He is not just a brother to me, but a companion for this world and the afterlife. I see the essence of my master Ertuğrul Gazi in him, not in myself. I believe the future of the Kayı lies with Osman! My candidate is Osman!"

Osman : "This duty is both sacred and difficult. My elder brother is meticulous and capable. In these difficult times, the Kayı need a fair Bey who stays cool-headed, sees beyond the horizon, and strictly holds onto our custom. My brother Gündüz Bey possesses the wisdom to separate the white thread from the black thread. My candidate is my elder brother, Gündüz Bey."

Osman & Council : "By unanimous decision of the elders, the deputy of Ertuğrul Gazi is my elder brother, Gündüz!"

Osman Bey to Gündüz Bey: "May your Beylik be blessed, my brother."

Gunduz : "Thank you, brother. May this leadership bring good fortune and blessings to the Kayı tribe."

In a tent

Osman : Batur .On the day he joined his first raid, his courage would have been his executioner. Our paths were separate, but God is my witness, his intentions were not evil. If he hadn't stubbornly followed in his father's footsteps, his end wouldn't have been like this. I swear with my own hands I will take the heads of those who brought you to this state .

Bamsi : My son! I will take your revenge! But from whom? Who is behind this treachery?

Osman : I don't know yet who laid this trap, but those who set it may think they have reached their goal for now.

Bamsi : They wanted you to be held responsible for this deed my nephew . And they got what they wanted .

Osman : I will shatter their traps over their heads! Since they cannot fight honorably, then I will speak to them in the language they understand.

Bamsi : Is that why... ...you hid the fact that you survived, my son?

Osman : Let those who wove these games think they have won. Let the ranks tighten even more. In this hazy weather where even the devil wears a Muslim cloak... I will scatter it all with the claw of a wolf! Until that day comes, let them believe I killed Batur. When the time comes, I will pull out the teeth of those demons and sever their heads! Oh, Dündar Bey... ...it is your right to be at the graveside while your son is laid to earth. I notified Uncle Sungurtekin , Bamsı Bey; he will bring Abdurrahman Gazi to the tribe before the funeral.

Bamsi : Understood. My Osman understood.

Konur : My Bey, Balgay has fled.

Osman : From now on, the only direction Balgay is running toward is his doom. He cannot escape my grasp.

In a Tent.

The night was silent. Inside the tent Bala sat near the window, her eyes filled with tears. She tried to hold them back, but her worries were too strong.

Bala : What if the Sheikh does not accept our marriage? What if everything we have built together comes to an end?

A tear rolled down her cheek.

Bala: l don't want to lose Osman.

Gonca walked over and gently took Bala's hands.

Gonca: Bala, look at me. You are not alone.

Bala: l'm afraid, Gonca... after everything we have faced... l cannot imagine my life without him.

Gonca embraced her.

Gonca: Don't think about the worst before it happens. Osman knows your heart, and you know his.

Bala wiped away her tears.

Bala: l only want our marriage to be accepted. l want to be able to stand beside him without fear.

Gonca smiled warmly.

Gonca: Then have faith. Perhaps the Sheikh will see what all of us see. Two people who chose to walk together and remain united even through the hardest days.

Bala took a deep breath and nodded.

Bala: Inshallah

In Ertugrul's Tent

Inside the Tent

Osman sat in silence Seclan hatun noticed his worried expression and approached him.

Selcan: Osman. l can see that something is troubling your heart. Talk to me.

Osman took a deep breath.

Osman: Mother Selcan, l'm afraid l may never be able to marry Bala. l'm afraid Sheikh Edebali will never accept our union.

Selcan sat beside him.

Selcan: Don't fear take away your hope, Osman. The Sheikh is a wise man. Give him time to understand your intentions and see how much you respect Bala.

Osman lowered his eyes.

Osman: And we still have the Mongols. l have to protect the Kayi tribe and my people. Sometimes l feel like there are too many problems to solve.

Selcan placed a reassuring hand on his shoulder.

Selcan: You carry many responsibilities, my son. But you don't have to solve everything at once. First, protect your people. Then, when the right time comes, speak to the Sheikh again.

Osman looked at her.

Osman: And what if he still says no?

Selcan: Then be patient- Selcan replied.- Don't force anyone's heart. Show through your actions that your love for Bala is true and that you want to build a life with her based on respect.

Osman breathed more calmly.

Osman: You're right, Mother Selcan.

She smiled.

Seclan : Have faith, Osman. The Mongols may test strength, and the path toward marriage may be difficult,but don't let fear decide your future.

Osman nodded.

Osman: l will continue fighting my people and wit for the right time.

Selcan: That is what you must do- Selcan said- And remember you are not alone.

In the forest.

The dervish pulls Sofia, whose hands are tied, through the forest; she is blindfolded.

Dervish: Walk!

Sofia: Where are you taking me? Why is no one here?

Dervish: They went to sette the score wirh Balgay.

Sofia: How, how did they dare do this?

Dervish: You don't know Osman bey. It's all, thanks to you and Yannis, Sofia. Walk! Traitor.

Then Salvador appears.

Dervish: Salvador.

Sofia removes her blindfold and Salvsfor attacks the dervish , they fight but Salvador defeats the dervish then snaps the dervish neck and he falls.

Sofia smiles.

Salvador: You are free now, Princess.

Sofia: Helen Andreas, where are they?

Salvador: While we were escapimg from the cage they had locked us in... Andreas died, Helen is waiting for us.

Sofia: Salvador l will never forget this

Salvador smiles.

Sofia looks at the dervish.

Sofia: You've brought trouble upon yourself... Dervish

Sofia spits on the dervish.

Sofia: Let's take Helen and go straight back to the castle.

Sofia and Salvador leave there quickly.or leave from there together .

Other side of Forest

Abdurrahman : (disbelieving) You... who are you?

Melik : (grim) Your doom!

Abdurrahman : I have seen many brave men wish to be my doom. Every single one of them lies under the soil. Abdurrahman draws his curved sword.

(Ambush ensues as arrows rain down on the Alps.)

Melik (Alişar's men) : unsheathe their weapon.

Abdurrahman : Sword! Sword! Sword! Alkurt!

(Alkurt is struck by an arrow while defending the group by Alisar .)

Erkut : Abdurrahman Gazi

Abdurrahman : Kilic and Erkut

(Abdurrahman fights fiercely despite being outnumbered, taking down multiple attackers.)

(Alişar Bey steps forward into the clearing, watching the battle coldly.)

Abdurrahman : Alişar...Alişar, is that you?

Alişar : Would it suit a Sanjak Bey like me to leave Dündar Bey in the hands of jackals like you?

Abdurrahman : Instead of barking from behind your dogs, come out to the arena, Alişar! Step forward, Alişar!

(Abdurrahman Gazi fights to his last breath, but is overwhelmed and forced to his knees as Alişar Bey watches on.)

In Kayi Tribe

In Ertugrul's Tent

Seclan : As long as you have a heart like this mountain within you, with God's help, everything will be resolved, my son.

Bala : Enters in tent

Seclan : Welcome, my daughter.

Bala : I welcome the path.

Seclan : I was about to prepare sherbet; let me get it ready so we can drink together.

Osman : Just as there is no one else in my heart but you, I have no intention of looking for anyone else, Bala. You are my prayer. And my whole world too

Bala : Osman you also are my whole world now

Osman : When we love each other so much , that's why god sended me to protect you from that ambush bala so we can have our happily ever after with our children .

Bala : Osman now even i also believes this is all god's plan to have happily ever for us with our children .

Osman :Smiles and says being without you would destroy me. Being without you is the biggest obstacle between me and my tomorrow. You are my strength, my power, the light of my path. You are my dream, my love. That's why l promise that l will always do everything l can to protect you and stand by your side. As long as God allow l will never abandon you.

Bala: And l will always stand by your side too, Osman.

Osman : With the consent of my Sheikh, building a home with you is my greatest dream. You are my deep passion, Hatun.

Bala : smiled and looks in eyes of Osman

Osman : Looks back in her eyes too of her

( Both are lost in each other eyes )

Boran : Is there permission, my Bey?

Osman : Come in, Boran.

Bala : Looks at Osman asks permission to leave

Osman : Nods in yes

Bala : leaves ( exits the tent )

Boran : There is a brave warrior who wishes to see you. He says it is important.

Osman : Let him enter.

Messenger : Where is the target destination, Osman Bey?

Osman : To the Kızıl Elma (Red Apple).

Messenger : The White-Bearded Elders (Aksakallılar) await you, Osman Bey. Your duty is crucial.

At Kulucahisar Castle

Sofia : We failed, master, forgive us."

Yannis : You're there , aren't you ? What matters most to me is my daughter .

Sofia : You negotiated with Osman on my behalf , sir. You shouldn't have done that.

Yannis : For you, I would turn this entire realm into a sea of blood. Where is Andreas?

Sofia : They... they killed him, Master.

Yannis : Whether what you did was stupidity or betrayal makes no difference-the penalty for both is death!

Sofia : Master Yannis! It was Salvador who saved our lives by killing Edebali's dervishes.

Helen : The Princess speaks the truth. Thanks to Salvador, our lives were saved. Furthermore, he was wounded while fighting alongside us.

Yannis : Go to your room, my child. Wait to hear from me regarding the reward I will bestow upon you.

(Salvador exits )

Salvador is lying

Sofia : But Master...

Yannis : Tired of being harassed by a cat every day, the mice in the church made a decision. They decided to put a bell around the cat's neck so they would be alerted in advance whenever it approaches, allowing them to live in peace. However, they needed a mouse brave enough-and foolish enough-to hang that bell. Well, Osman has found that foolish mouse.

Sofia : Will you kill Salvador, Master?

Yannis : No, I will kill the cat. Until then, I will use this brave yet equally foolish mouse.

Helen : How will you do that, Master?

Yannis : I will appoint Salvador as the commander of Kulucahisar Castle.

In Kayi Tribe

In Ertugrul's Tent

Gunduz : Balgay has retreated for now, but as soon as he finds the opportunity, he will come after us again.

Bamsi : We must also step up the security measures in the camp. Thank Allah, the people have regained their trust and stand united. Now, even if Balgay comes, he knows the resistance he will face.

Gunduz : Despite all his treachery, it was good that Osman spared Dündar Bey's life, Bamsı Bey, because building that unity would have taken time.

Bamsi : You speak the truth... You speak the truth.

(Osman Bey arrives)

Osman : Is there permission, Gündüz Bey?

Gunduz : Come in, my brother. Welcome, brother.

Osman : Brother, we need to find Balgay. He has lost everything. It is highly likely that he will flee to Konya. If we do not stop him, he will return even stronger.

Gunduz : What needs to be done? What is on your mind, Osman?

Osman : If you allow it, I want to take Konur and Boran with me and hit the road. I will catch Balgay by surprise before he reaches Konya.

Bamsi : My son... What if you cannot catch him on the road? What if he reaches Konya?

Osman : The bird of death does not care about hills or slopes, my Bamsı Bey! If so, then I will take his life right there in Konya.

Bamsi : Eyvallah! (So be it!)

Osman : Keep one ear on the castle. Sıddık is on duty in the fortress and awaits news from us. When the time comes, by Allah's leave, we will plant the Kayı banner on the Kulucahisar Castle!

Bamsi : Hey maşallah! Do not look back, my brave one. May your path be open!

Osman : Eyvallah. Bamsı Bey, before the funeral, Abdurrahman Gazi will bring Dündar Bey to the camp. Before he is exiled, let him fulfill his final duty to his child alongside his wife. Brother, no one must know that Dündar Bey is alive. Only in this way can we find out who set a trap for us. With your permission... (leaves)

At Kulucahisar Castle

In Salvador's room

In Flashback scene

(Salvador recollects the secret instructions given to him by Boran Alp in the forest)

Boran : We have unfurled our banners of conquest, Brother Sıddık. It is Osman Bey's command. Now, listen to me carefully."

Siddik / Salvador : Lives are sacrificed for Osman Bey's command! What is required of me, Boran Alp?"

Boran : You will kidnap Sofia and hand her over to us. In doing so, their trust in you will increase even further. When we reach the gates of that castle with our banners of conquest, you will be the one opening those castle gates to us."

Back to Reality

(In his room inside the castle, Sıddık kneels on a prayer rug and offers a prayer to Allah for Osman Bey's victory)

Siddik : "O Lord... My duty is tough, my burden is heavy. Do not let me fail my Osman Bey, nor let Osman Bey fail the Ummah of Muhammad, O Lord!" O Lord! Do not let Osman Bey and his companions-who fight for Your cause-be disgraced before the disbelievers, O Lord! Grant them such a victory that the oppressed may celebrate." If You so will, on that day of celebration, I-Your servant Sıddık-am willing to surrender my soul for the glory of Islam... As long as my life is sacrificed for the sake of these believers! You made me a Ghazi, and in the end, grant me martyrdom, O Lord! Amen."

(A knock sounds on the door of Sıddık's quarters)

Guard : Master Salvador, your master is waiting for you."

Siddik : "I am coming." "Behind me, thousands of horsemen will come in waves... Just wait... Osman Bey will come!"

At Alisar Mansion

Alisar : Zorba! Tell the soldiers to return to their duties. Gather my loyal men and tell them to come to the mansion tonight. Let it be known that Sancak Bey Alişar Bey is throwing a grand feast."

Zorba : As you command, my Bey.

Alisar : Melik, send news across the plains so everyone learns that by Geyhatu's decree, I am Sancak Bey once again. If anyone shows defiance, show them Geyhatu's edict!"

Melik : And what if they resist?"

Alisar : Crush them even worse than Balgay would! Make them realize I was the one who defeated even Balgay's leadership, and let them act accordingly. As for the Kayıs... I shall deal with them personally."

Alişar expresses his frustration and prepares to head out.

Alisar : You let my gold get stolen, you brought Kurucahisar and the Kayıs to the brink of war-is this how you safeguard the lands entrusted to you?"

Zorba : At your command, my Bey."

Alisar : Prepare my gear. For now, our business with Balgay is finished, but I still have accounts to settle with that woman named Sofia. Have you settled Dündar Bey into his room?

Zorba : Yes, my Bey."

In Kayi Tribe

In a Tent

Gonca : I am so happy for you Bala . I told you na , that your love wasn't something that would just fade away.

Bala : Until now, I haven't asked anything for myself. It is God that wants me and Osman to build a home together and live happily ever with our beautiful children .

Gonca : Insha'Allah, my dear Bala Insha'Allah... that's why God sended me , Osman Bey and Aybars Bey to save you from that Mongol ambush .

Bala : Similes and says God sended Osman , you and Aybars bey to protect me from that Mongols ambush so I can have my happily forever with Osman then smiles again and says Insha'Allah.

Osman prepares to leave to hunt down Balgay, sharing a heartfelt farewell with Bala.

Osman : Permission to enter?"

Gonca : Welcome, Osman Bey. I was just about to visit Selcan Hatun, if you'll excuse me."

(Gonca exits)

Osman : Seeing that smile... even if the journey went to the end of the world, it would be no burden."

Bala : What journey, Osman? What's happening?"

Osman : The Mongols cannot be left unattended. If I don't pursue him, Balgay will return even stronger.

Bala : Mongols almost caused us too much trouble, Osman .

Osman : That's why If I don't take his life, this trouble will only grow. If I don't catch him on the road, I will sever his breath in Konya if necessary." "Do not leave the tribe unless necessary until he is dead..."

Bala : "Whatever you say. Do not worry about us. For Allah's sake, be very careful." And come back safely to me again. I will be waiting for you Osman .

Osman : "Or are you afraid something might happen to me?"

Bala : I hope nothing happens to you and you return safely back to me Osman .

Osman : As long as you are well and standing beside me , everything else is trivial to me. I don't know how it works, but when you smile, my strength multiplies. If they asked if I could move mountains, I feel as though I could. Do not withhold your love or your prayers."

Bala : "Both my prayers and my love are with you. May you be under Allah's protection."

At Alisar Mansion

In Room

Alisar : Dündar Bey, are you alright? I will host you in my mansion in a manner worthy of your honor, do not worry."

Dundar : "Why did you bring me here, Alişar? I must return to my tribe immediately!"

Alisar : "Why? So Osman can finish the job he left incomplete?"

Dundar : What do you mean?"

Alisar : Osman raided the tribe with Samsa's alps and seated Gündüz upon his father's post. What do you say to that? He played along until the right time came to seize the leadership of the tribe."

Dundar : "My brother's authority rests with me! Osman cannot do this!"

Alisar : He told everyone you were dead! Curse the day I informed Geyhatu to save his life-I should have let Balgay take him! Osman's intention was this from the beginning."

Dundar : Then why didn't he kill me at that time?"

Alisar : Who knows what schemes are running through his mind? I will go and rescue Zöhre Hatun and Aygül from the cage tent he threw them into. Rest for now." Let everyone believe you are dead,...If they find out you're alive, who knows what Zöhre Hatun and Aygül might do... Isn't that right ?"

In Kulucahisar Castle

In Throne Room

Yannis : Salvador, the fearless warrior of Catalonia... By the justice of our Holy Father and the mercy of our Holy Mother, rule! I hereby declare you the Commander of Kulucahisar Castle." In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit."

Salvador : If I ever stray from the path of our Holy Father, may this sword sever my flesh from my bone."

Soldier (Speaking with Sofia ) : "Alişar Bey has arrived, Princess. He is waiting for you."

Sofia : "Inform Master Yannis."

Yannis : "Amen."

Salvador : "I swear to remain loyal to our Holy Father, to fight our enemies until my very last breath, and to live my life for my honor!"

Soldiers (Chanting) : "Commander Salvador! Commander Salvador! Commander Salvador..."

In Forest Road

Osman riding horse karayel with Alps in Konur , Boran , Dumrul

At Kulucahisar Castle

Alişar: I have only one question for you. Give me a true answer to my query: What did Osman offer your father to betray Balgay? I am sure it is not your miserable life.

Sofia: You know everything; I am sure you know the answer to this as well.

Alişar: Genghis Khan's Laws and the dagger.

Sofia: You... with what courage do you come here?

Alişar: Geyhatu ordered me, as the Sanjak Bey, to give this letter to you.

Sofia: So he wants the Laws and the dagger...In exchange for what?

Alişar: In exchange for Osman's death and your life.

Sofia : Osman crushed Balgay's head and passed by.

Alisar : You know he will come back for revenge.

Sofia: How can I trust you ?

Alişar: My smell is killing me, Sofia... But you cannot even imagine how you will smell when you die. I know the schemes you've pulled behind my back. If you are with me, I am ready to forget them all. If I kill Osman and give the Laws and the dagger to Geyhatu...both of us win.

Sofia: Osman killed Dündar. He took over the tribe with his brother . Now tell me...what do you have in your hands?

Alişar: Dündar is alive. I am the only branch he can hold onto in life along with his impudent wife and beautiful daughter. I will give the tribe back to Dündar. We will do this together with you.

Sofia: How will I use Geyhatu?

Alişar: Geyhatu wants to marry Princess Adelfa to strengthen trade relations with Byzantium. The princess is already on her way to Konya. Now, Sofia, there is only one enemy for both of us: Osman. Either you are with me, or you belong to the black soil. Princess...

In Kayi Tribe

In Caged Tent

Aygul : Untie me now! It is my right to attend my brother's funeral.

Seclan : If it were about right and justice, my Batur would not deserve the black soil, Aygül. Listen to me carefully, Zühre! After everything you've done, not a single bite of food remains for you in this tribe. Bury your son, then take your daughter and get out of this tribe! Go to the Mongols you begged from!

Zohre : What is the meaning of this?

Seclan : In the Oghuz custom, the penalty for treason is death! Pray for Sungurtekin Bey's mercy!

Zohre : You don't look at yourself for making us dependent on the enemy! It's easy to call someone a traitor!

Seclan : Enough! You shameless, unprincipled, immoral women! Whatever happened, happened because of your ambition and malice! As you couldn't stand Osman, you slandered him. That wasn't enough-you went to Balgay and bowed before him! You lost your son, yet you still haven't learned your lesson!

Aygul : Enough, Selcan Hatun! Stop it! Untie me now!

Seclan : Go fulfill your final duty at your son's side! If you still have the face to look at him, look and say your farewells. Now go!

In Forest

At White Beards Place

Aksakallılar Elder : You have not disappointed the trust we placed in you, Osman Bey. You repelled Balgay.

Osman : The campaign is from us; victory is from Allah, alhamdulillah! Balgay has seen that the Turks will surrender to no one.

Aksakallılar Elder : But know that what comes next will be even harder.

Osman : If I do not destroy Balgay, he will return with an even greater force.

Aksakallılar Elder : Our struggle has grown larger, and our path will be much tougher. Now listen to me carefully, my son. While we make our move, the army of the devil attacks without stopping. Gaykhatu has reinstated Alişar as Sancakbey because his relationship with Balgay has cooled down due to the Genghis Khan laws. Balgay has fallen from Gaykhatu's favor. It is clear that out of rage, he will return to plague the Turkish tribes.

Osman : We have shattered Balgay's courage; he no longer has the power to strike fear into hearts. We will fight tooth and nail, and we will continue to fight.

Aksakallılar Elder : Eyvallah. We have no doubt of that. But now we have a more crucial task regarding Balgay. Princess Adelfa, who lives in Constantinople, is to be married to the Mongol ruler Gaykhatu by order of the Emperor.

Osman : This means a Mongol-Byzantine alliance.

Aksakallılar Elder : An alliance for them-and doomsday for the Turks!

Osman : The warrior tribes on the borderlands will be trapped between two fires.

Aksakallılar Elder : Osman Bey, what you must do is prevent this marriage. Princess Adelfa does not consent to this union, but what matters is rescuing the princess from the hands of Gaykhatu's spies.

Osman : Is the route they will take clear?

Aksakallılar Elder : They will likely head via Nicaea to Eskihisar, and from there to Konya. You must complete this duty even at the cost of your life!

Osman : I will do everything in my power. I will destroy the traps set for us by Byzantium and the Mongols.

Aksakallılar Elder : Eyvallah!

Osman serious face shown and slow jenerik plays on

Too many believe that Osman killed Batur. He is having a hard time convincing them.