Cihan's decision to set fire to Ecmel's house in order to keep Cihan Deniz out of Boran's hands turns the tension between the two families into open war. Alya stands beside him on this front, and despite everything they have endured, their faith in each other remains unshaken. Determined to weaken both Ecmel and Boran, Cihan commits himself fully to the fight. Yet on the opposing side, an unseen force steps in, restoring the balance that had begun to falter and strengthening Ecmel's position once more. Unable to watch her sons tear each other apart with growing hatred, Sadakat prepares to act. As a mother, she is ready to put into motion the plan she believes is best for everyone. But the moves made by Boran and Ecmel shift the course of the conflict in unexpected ways. As the lines harden, Alya finds herself caught between the two men she loves most. In this war, it is not only power that will be tested, hearts will pay a heavy price.