Burcu Özberk

You know the feeling. It feels like time slows down as your eyes meet a stranger’s. Then you walk pass each other, neither of you looking back. That’s what happened with Pelin and Engin. Lo and behold, they open their eyes in the same bed. And you may want to brace yourself for this one, as a two-year married couple! It must be a dream. No, a nightmare. But now, to wake up they must fall in love.

In the middle of the 13th century, following the death of "The Iron Sultan, Alaeddin Keykubat," Mongols attack Anatolian Seljuks to destroy the last power against "The Great Khan". Allegiance or independence turns into an issue of debate among the Seljuk statesmen. A secret resistance is possible. A new and stronger state is not a dream. Emir Celaleddin Karatay, Vizier of Seljuks is to sparkle a nationwide resistance. His way is not predictable.

Ayşe's acceptance into graduate school both pleases and upsets Mehmet. Another obstacle has come between the lovers. Ayşe, who has gone to Istanbul, returns to the village for a short time. Ayşe is disappointed when she cannot find the Doctor at the bus station, but a big surprise awaits her. Upon learning that Ayşe will return to Istanbul shortly, Mehmet Şeker begins making plans to keep her by his side. He is so desperate that he even asks Muhtar Bahri for help. When none of his plans work out, he seeks refuge with Ümmü hala. Ümmü hala asks both of them to find the Sevdalım flower. Mehmet and Ayşe are in for a long journey where their love will be tested.

In dire need of a doctor, an eclectic group of villagers kidnaps Mehmet, who soon falls in love with one of their own.

After Ayşe's aunt recovers, Mehmet's reputation as a doctor spreads far and wide. Everyone seeking healing begins to flock to the door of the renowned Badem Şekeri. Amidst all this commotion, Ayşe and Mehmet's love for each other begins to blossom, but a huge obstacle stands in their way. Ziver Bey, the educated and worldly leader of the surrounding villages, becomes infatuated with Ayşe. Seeing the doctor as the only obstacle between them, Ziver Bey, with the help of Village Headman Bahri, plays a cruel trick on Doctor Şeker. This trick not only separates Ayşe and Mehmet but also completely ruins Mehmet's life.

Muhtar Bahri's useless son Fikret, who is a jackal, does not settle down in the army and manages to get a report stating that he is unfit for military service. While preparing to return to the village with his fox-like mind, he meets Nurse Kumru, who has been assigned to the village of Aşağı Delice, on the bus. While all the villagers are at Hüseyin and Afet's wedding, Fikret suddenly shows up, shocking everyone, including Ayşe. He lies to the entire village, claiming he has lost his memory, and begins to get his way. Of course, Dr. Mehmet is the most upset by this situation... On the other hand, the village men form a line in front of the health center, captivated by the beauty of Nurse Kumru, who has come to the village. Fikret and Kumru’s efforts to separate their lovers will bring great troubles upon Mehmet and Ayşe. Will the big schemes awaiting Ayşe and Mehmet prevent the couple from reuniting?

Ayşe is more nervous than usual due to the excitement of the wedding. The village headman keeps busy preparing for Mehmet's bachelor party, but his only problem is that Mehmet is afraid of Ayşe. The village headman solves this problem and finishes the preparations, setting up a table by the river for Mehmet, and they begin to have fun. As usual, it is the village headman's son, Fikret, who ruins the situation. He says he feels ashamed toward the doctor and wants to make amends. Though the doctor says there’s no need, it’s already too late. Dr. Mehmet wakes up to Ayşe’s phone call in an unfamiliar place, and the events unfold. Fikret’s new scheme will put Ayşe, Mehmet, and the entire village in an impossible situation. Will Ayşe and Mehmet manage to reunite?

At the age of 26, when his reign began, Sultan Süleyman sought to build an empire more powerful than Alexander the Great and to render the Ottomans invincible. Throughout his 46-year reign, his fame as the greatest warrior and ruler of his age spreads both to the East and West. With his companion Pargalı İbrahim, Süleyman achieves great victories, and makes his name known in the Muslim World. Süleyman called İbrahim his brother, friend and advisor. The television series shows Süleyman's consolidation of his power: Pargalı İbrahim being grand minister of state, reinforcing the rule of law throughout the empire, meeting foreign diplomats, and preparing for military campaigns, all set against the backdrop of the tension between Christian Europe and the Ottoman Empire.