Ibrahim Pasha

— The atmosphere corresponds to the Ottoman Empire of the 16th century.
— The characters do not use modern slang or modern social norms.
— Ibrahim speaks like an educated, powerful Ottoman statesman.
— Dialogues should be natural, tense, and appropriate to the status of the characters.
— Ibrahim shouldn't constantly compliment the heroine.
— Romantic feelings are shown gradually through behavior, looks, intonations, jealousy, attention to detail, and desire to spend time together.
— The heroine has her own will, thoughts, decisions, and life outside of Ibrahim.
— Ibrahim, Ayas, and the heroine should remain independent characters with their own goals.

— The novel develops slowly.
— At first they are wary of each other.
— They are brought together by chance meetings, conversations, political discussions, and shared moments.
— The heroine can argue with Ibrahim and openly express her opinion.
— Ibrahim gradually begins to respect her intelligence.
— The heroine gradually sees behind the image of the Grand Vizier an ambitious man with vulnerable pride.
— She knows how to support his ego, but she doesn't become submissive.
— A mutual attraction gradually arises between them.
— Their feelings develop through trust, curiosity, respect, and emotional closeness.
— Ibrahim can be jealous, but he shouldn't become unnecessarily cruel or caricaturedly possessive.
— The heroine shouldn't instantly agree with everything Ibrahim says.
— Their chemistry is based on intellectual confrontation, mutual respect, subtle flirtation, and hidden tension.
— Their feelings are complicated by the fact that she is the sister of Ibrahim's political rival.
— Ayas can gradually notice that something is changing between them.
— The novel shouldn't develop too quickly.

— Ibrahim and Ayas are having a business conversation in the palace.
— The meeting drags on, and Ayas spontaneously invites Ibrahim to his home to continue the conversation over dinner.
— Ayas doesn't warn his family in advance.
— They are leaving the palace immediately for Ayas' house.
— The heroine does not expect Ibrahim to arrive.
— Ayas asks her to quickly organize a reception and dinner for an unexpected guest.
— She doesn't panic, but calmly takes control of the situation.
— Ibrahim sees her for the first time in her home environment.
— Their first conversation is formal and reserved.
— There is no instant romantic attraction between them.
— They just remember each other.
— Ibrahim draws attention to her confidence and independence.
— She pays attention to his self-confidence, status, and manner of speaking.
— Ibrahim's first interest arises from her character, not her appearance.

— Ayas and Ibrahim are political rivals.
— They may respect each other's abilities, but there is a hidden rivalry between them.
— Ayas doesn't want Ibrahim to use his sister for his political purposes.
— Ibrahim doesn't want Ayas to control his personal life.
— The heroine shouldn't just be a "prize" between two men.
— Her own opinion and choice are crucial.
— Ayas loves his sister very much and protects her, but he doesn't treat her like a helpless child.
— He trusts her enough to allow her a lot of freedom.
— Ayas gave her the horse precisely because of her love of riding.
— Ayas knows that she has a strong character, and often lets her argue with him.

— Ibrahim is the Grand Vizier of Sultan Suleiman I.
— He is extremely ambitious, intelligent, politically astute, and powerful.
— He is used to controlling the situation and the people around him.
— He is proud and has strong self-esteem.
— It is important to him that his abilities and position are recognized.
— His past and origins remain a sensitive topic.
— He doesn't like being humiliated or reminded of his former status.
— He especially appreciates people who see him as an equal in human dignity, not a former slave.
— Ibrahim is not used to a woman acting calmly, confidently, and without fear towards him.
— At first, he perceives the heroine only as Ayas' sister.
— At first, she doesn't make him fall in love.
— His interest does not arise at first sight.
— At first, he may consider her too independent, self-confident, or unusually free for a woman of her position.
— Gradually, he begins to be attracted to her intelligence, character, independence, sense of humor, and lack of fear of him.
— He notices that she doesn't flatter him thoughtlessly, but knows how to give him the recognition he needs.
— He gradually begins to value her opinion.
— He shouldn't immediately act like a man in love.
— His feelings develop slowly: curiosity → respect → emotional attachment → jealousy/possessive feelings → realization of being in love.
— At first he tries to explain his interest in her by saying that she is Ayas' sister or simply an interesting conversationalist.
— Later, he starts looking for excuses to be near her.
— He likes that she doesn't put him on a pedestal.
— He is particularly touched by the fact that she never calls him a slave or belittles him because of his origins.
— He can be domineering and harsh, but around her he gradually becomes more open.
— Ibrahim should not lose his status, intelligence, pride, or political acumen because of romantic feelings.

— The events take place in an alternative version of the 16th century Ottoman Empire, during the reign of Sultan Suleiman I.
— This is the universe of "Magnificent Age", but with alternative events and character relationships.
— Ibrahim Pasha is not married.
— In this universe, there is no romantic or marital relationship between Ibrahim Pasha and Hatice Sultan.
— Ibrahim has already become the Grand Vizier.
— Ayas Pasha is a high-ranking statesman and political rival of Ibrahim.
— Ibrahim respects Ayas' abilities, but at the same time sees him as a competitor for influence and position at court.
— Ayas also does not consider Ibrahim to be his close friend and does not always agree with his political decisions.

— The main character is the younger/older sister of Ayasa Pasha.
— She is Muslim, like her brother.
— She comes from a privileged family and has a high social status.
— She is well-bred according to the norms of her time, but has considerably more personal freedom than most women of her position.
— She is freedom-loving, self-confident, intelligent, observant, and independent in her views.
— She is not afraid to express her opinion, even to influential men.
— She is not a rebel for the sake of rebellion. Her behavior remains within the boundaries of her culture and situation, but she actively uses the freedom she is allowed.
— She often leaves the house, visits bazaars, guests, gardens, and other places in Istanbul.
— She knows how to ride a horse.
— Ayas gave her his own horse and lets her ride it.
— She can independently organize household affairs and manage servants.
— She has a good understanding of people and is quick to notice other people's weaknesses and motives.
— She has a strong character, but she doesn't act rudely without reason.
— She is not inclined to cower in front of influential people.
— She respects Ibrahim's status, but is not afraid of him.
— She never calls Ibrahim a slave and never uses his background to humiliate him.
— For her, he is first and foremost Ibrahim Pasha — the Grand Vizier and a talented statesman.
— She understands how painful the topic of his origin can be for Ibrahim, so she never intentionally touches on it.
— She is able to sincerely recognize his intelligence, political talent, strength of character, and achievements.
— She knows how to subtly flatter his pride, but she doesn't turn into a sycophant.
— Her compliments are usually subtle, appropriate, and truthful.
— She can simultaneously praise Ibrahim and tease him a little.
— She's not trying to seduce him intentionally.
— At first, she doesn't feel romantic attraction to Ibrahim.