Saladin, enduring many hardships for Jerusalem, finds solace in the voice of Şemse, who stops a fierce battle between him and Balian with her singing. Şemse breaks her oath for silence at Kadı Fazıl's request, saving Saladin and Balian from Vizier Dırgam's wrath. Kadı Fazıl, with Karategin and Yaruki, aims to save Saladin from the slave trader Elyesa.

Count Hugh, protector of Ibelin, entrusts his last wish to Lord Giyom. Count Miles of Kerak, who trapped Saladin, ultimately leaves his fate in Saladin's hands. King Amalric, masking ambition with peace, ignores Miles' funeral, leading Miles' widow Mila to vow revenge with Cemşit's help.

Kadı Fazıl, battling with words, enlists Şemse to join a scheme on the Nile. Şemse, amazed at seeing a dream figure in reality, ponders if she will fall for Saladin. Saladin, with loyal followers, shifts Egypt's balance, affecting Shaver and Dırgam's fates. The Nile becomes a metaphorical stage, deciding who rises and falls.