After killing the Byzantine ambassador, Mehmed declares his intention and orders quick preparations, telling Urban to go to work. He dispatches Zağanos Pasha to prepare for conquest and carry out a revolution in justice, but Zağanos never returns. Mehmed is adamant and intends to persuade Hızır Çelebi himself.
Gülşah tells Hala Sultan that he believes Mihriban has betrayed him. Gülşah needs to be persuaded by Hala Sultan, but Mara, who distrusts Hala Sultan, follows her, which results in an altercation.
Sfrancis proposes an Orhan-led raid in response to Konstantinos’ attempt to stop the fortress’s development. It is uncertain if the Balinese constructing the stronghold will be able to withstand possible attacks.