Zubaida manages to solve the riddle. Harun Al-Rashid asks Leith to inform him of the news about all parties.
Harun Al-Rashid prepares to marry off Al-Mahdia. Leith informs Harun Al-Rashid that the Barmakids are about to launch their attack, and Al-Rashid asks him to spread the news at the palace.
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.