Harun Al-Rashid rallies his armies and motivates them to defend the city of Baghdad. People sense a growing conflict that might turn into a conflict between Al-Rashid and the Barmakids. Harun sets his harem concubine Diaa free.
A conflict between Ja'far and Al-Abbasah arises. Harun al-Rashid gives his orders for Al-Talebi to be imprisoned. Ja'far intends to overthrow Harun and bring Al-Ma'mun to the throne.
Harun Al-Rashid discusses with Al-Abbasah the matter of wedding her to Ja'far Al-Barmaki. A decree is issued to replace all the Barmakids working in the palace with those loyal to Harun.
The news of Hassan's death leaves everyone devastated. Harun urges his men to defeat the leaders of the Barmakids. Ahmad sells his ring to liberate Sirin.
