Believing him to be the prophesied leader, the tribe’s chief, Balau, helps Sandokan uncover his past, despite his son Lang’s jealousy. As Sandokan makes progress, he and Marianne confess their love for each other. Yanez argues with Sandokan not to get involved with the Dayak’s struggle and leaves. Sandokan discovers his tribe was massacred under orders from Marianne’s father. The lovers fall out, and Brooke rescues Marianne.