263.Bölüm

Ömer asks her not to go. She persists. He asks her to give her time to tell Ayşe first. She calms down and agrees to that. Ömer goes back into the study to think things through. Nihat comes in and tells him they have run into some difficulty at the office and he needs to go there. Ömer tells him he cannot be of use to anyone in this situation and tells him how Zehra has given him time to tell Ayşe everything. Nihat is shocked and says Ayşe cannot handle such a thing. Their divorce would kill her. He says we have to do something. He says you need to find some time alone to talk with each other.

Ayşe goes into Zehra's bedroom and shows her a photo she has enlarged and framed. It is a photo of Ayşe, Nihat, Asya, Ömer and Zehra. She also reflects on how her brother has supported her throughout her life and got her through all difficulties. She tells Zehra he was also a father to her and she knows that he will be fine father to their children. Zehra feels miserable. Ayşe takes the photograph into her bedroom happily.

Nihat tells Ayşe and Zehra they should go to their cottage in the mountains. Zehra is hesitant but finally accepts. He says he will convince Ömer. Ömer goes into the bedroom and says he is surprised she accepted the invitation. Zehra says I did not want to disappoint Ayşe and it is a good opportunity for you to speak to her there. Nihat tells Ayşe they should take their own car to do some shopping first. They leave in separate cars and arrange to meet at the first stop.

On the way, Zehra gets carsick. Ömer stops the car and gently takes her out of the car and helps her recover. Nihat tells Ayşe he has forgotten his phone in the House so they return. Once there, he pretends he is sick and engages Ayşe and Cevriye in taking care of him so Ömer and Zehra get a chance to be alone.

Ömer and Zehra arrive at the cottage and meet the caretakers. They were apparently away the last time the couple had gone there. They have prepared the house for them. Both of them comment on the beauty of the bride (Zehra) and wish a long life together. Ömer says Amen to that.

Zehra refuses to unwind. Ömer tries to talk to her but she keeps blocking his attempts. Ömer goes out to cut firewood.

Şükran calls Koray to come and help Salim if possible. Koray has to deal with Özge's nastiness at work and finish his work fast to get to Salim.

Kerem invites Sabah to dinner. He says he has important things to tell her. Canan tells Sabah Kerem likes you. Sabah refuses to accept it. Zehra wants to go for a walk alone. The caretaker warns her that she should not go alone as there are wolves and jackals that can pose a danger to her. She refuses to listen and goes out on her own. Ömer goes after her saying where do you think you're going in these woods. She says somewhere away from him. He lets her go and walks back but remains in the background watching her. She begins to hear barking and gets scared. Ömer runs to her rescue. She throws herself in his arms like a scared little girl.

They return to the cottage. Zehra want to call Ayşe. Someone knocks on the door. It is an old lady selling wild thyme and herbs. She asks them for a glass of water and permission to rest at the door. Ömer insists to take her in. They invite her to eat with them. She says she has to go to her husband who is sick. She says she'd rather die that see him go first. She tells them to count their blessings and not miss a moment of their time together. She then extends prayers of long life and health for them as a pair. Ömer says amen to her prayers. Ömer buys all the herbs paying more than she expects saying they ar ea big family and his wife really liked her herbs. She is thankful.

Once she leaves, Ömer says he cannot get through to Nihat and Ayşe. Zehra acts frustrated and brings a cushion and sits in front of the fireplace. Ömer does the same. Ömer says he is very grateful to be there with her. Zehra says she felt the same way but after what he has done, they can no longer go back to the good days. Ömer suddenly darts up. She asks where are you going? He is upset and says I have to get some air.

Kerem calls Koray and tells him tonight, he is going to tell Sabah that he loves her He prepares a lovely table. Teo arrives at Sabah's office and asks Sabah to help him recover his friendship with Kerem. She accepts. Kerem's doorbell rings. It is Sabah. She is not alone; Teo is there too.

Şükran and Hamiyyet take food to the workshop and are glad to see Koray is also there helping Salim. They all eat together along with Canan.

Zehra sits in front of the fireplace alone. She notices a text arriving on Ömer's phone. Nihat has written that he has managed to keep Ayşe there so Ömer can be alone with Zehra. Zehra reads the text. She is angry that Ömer is playing games.