Frontier politics once again trembles under the weight of power, pride and destiny as Orhan Bey steps into a storm that threatens the unity of his people. With Byzantines, Ilkhanids and various Turkmen Beyliks forming a temporary alliance for control over Bursa, tensions reach a breaking point. Amid this turmoil, Orhan Bey insists on diplomacy and patience, while Şahinşah argues for an immediate strike. Their clash of visions sets the stage for one of the most powerful scenes of the new chapter — the moment Orhan Bey slams his fist on the table and declares, “Hepiniz hatada birlik olmuşsunuz!”
This creates the heart of the question:
El mi yaman, bey mi yaman?
Who truly holds the power — the enemy forces surrounding them, or the Bey who stands for the future of the Kayı?
In this article, I take you through every twist, political shift and emotional conflict revealed in this intense storyline, crafted exclusively for Kurulusorhan.co.uk.
A Battle of Strategies: Will Diplomacy Save Bursa?
The alliance between Byzantines, Ilkhanids and Turkmen Beyliks is unprecedented. Each faction has its own reason for threatening the rising Kayı strength in the Bursa region.
- Byzantines fear losing strategic fortresses
- Ilkhanids seek to weaken all frontier beyliks
- Turkmen factions see Kayı dominance as a future threat
Against this backdrop, Orhan Bey believes that temporary peace could fracture this fragile alliance. His strategy is simple but wise:
Resolve the conflict through diplomatic maneuvering, divide their unity, and avoid unnecessary losses.
Şahinşah, however, sees things differently.
He argues that with Osman Bey severely ill, the enemies will soon attack anyway — so striking first is the only smart choice. The toy (council) becomes a battlefield of ideas, and support for war begins to rise.
This is where Orhan Bey loses patience.
With a single thunderous strike of his fist on the table, he silences the entire gathering:
“El mi yaman, bey mi yaman! Hepiniz hatada birlik olmuşsunuz!”
This scene marks Orhan Bey’s transformation — the moment he steps from being a warrior prince into a true leader who commands the destiny of his people.
But the ultimate question remains:
Will he obey the toy’s decision, or will he forge his own path?
Tension Spreads Beyond the Toy: Didar Hatun Continues to Influence Gonca
The political tension spills over into the lives of the hatuns as well.
Malhun Hatun fears that internal division among her children could weaken the family and the beylic. Her concern is clear: if Orhan and Alaeddin drift apart, the entire Kayı future could crack.
Didar Hatun uses this moment to deepen her influence over Gonca Hatun.
She tells her outright that Malhun Hatun wishes Orhan to become the next Bey, even though Gonca believes the rightful heir is Alaeddin.
Gonca now faces a burning dilemma:
- Should she support Alaeddin openly?
- Should she confront Malhun Hatun?
- Or should she step back to avoid igniting a conflict that could tear the family apart?
This emotional storyline adds layers of depth to the political chaos, showing how power struggles extend beyond the battlefield into the hearts of families.
Temurtaş, Saroz and Flavius: Three Enemies, One Deadly Plan
While the Kayı tribe grapples with internal conflicts, the enemy is fully focused.
Temurtaş, Saroz and the ruthless Flavius craft a plan to strike at the heart of the Kayı through deception.
They identify a vulnerable target:
a caravan returning from İnegöl to the Kayı Obası.
And they know exactly who leads it —
Fatma Hatun, daughter of Osman Bey.
Flavius burns with revenge for the deaths of his brother and father. He makes one thing clear:
He wants Fatma alive.
His motive is chilling —
through her, he aims to break Orhan psychologically and destabilize the entire tribe.
The Ambush on Fatma Hatun’s Caravan
As Fatma Hatun moves with her caravan, believing the route is secure, the enemy silently closes in. Every detail of the ambush shows Flavius’s cold, calculated mind — he wants a strike that will hurt the Kayı both emotionally and strategically.
With the caravan surrounded, the stakes become life and death.
Will Fatma fall into Flavius’s hands?
Will her capture ignite a war that Orhan wanted to avoid at any cost?
This is one of the most suspenseful turns of the entire storyline.
Orhan Bey vs Flavius: A Duel Written in Destiny
Despite the toy’s decision and the rising pressure around him, Orhan Bey does what his heart and honor demand.
He pursues Flavius himself.
This confrontation is not merely a battlefield clash — it is a personal reckoning.
Why does Orhan face Flavius alone?
Three powerful reasons emerge:
- Flavius threatens his sister Fatma Hatun
- Flavius embodies the alliance that seeks to cripple Bursa
- Orhan wants to send a message that the Kayı will not be intimidated
When their swords collide, it is more than a duel — it is a clash of two visions, two destinies and two leaders determined to win at all costs.
But will Orhan achieve his goal?
And what price will he pay for choosing his own path over the toy’s command?
The answers will shape the future of the Kayı tribe.
How Will Orhan Bey Move Forward?
Despite the pressures from Şahinşah, the toy and the enemy alliance, Orhan Bey emerges stronger, clearer and more decisive. His stand at the table proves one thing:
The heart of leadership lies not in following the louder voices, but in following the right path — even when it means standing alone.
The road ahead is dangerous, but Orhan Bey’s determination is unshakable.
Why did Orhan Bey strike the table?
To protest the toy’s push toward immediate war and highlight their strategic mistake.
Is Bursa in danger from multiple alliances?
Yes. Byzantines, Ilkhanids and Turkmen factions have temporarily united against Kayı dominance.
Why is Didar Hatun influencing Gonca?
She aims to create division by claiming Malhun Hatun favors Orhan as the future Bey.
What is Flavius’s goal?
To capture Fatma Hatun alive and weaken Orhan emotionally and politically.
Will Orhan Bey defy the toy’s decision?
The events suggest he will follow his own strategy, even if it clashes with the toy.
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