A sinister plot unfolds as a character reveals they've laced a handkerchief with Union Powder, intending to manipulate Keira into a compromising situation with promises of gold as a reward for the conspirators.Will Keira fall victim to the poisoned handkerchief, or will she uncover the betrayal in time?

Keira is drugged by Union Powder, revealing Suzanna as the perpetrator. Amidst her suffering, a tense confrontation unfolds with a mysterious figure who claims she is destined to be his. The situation escalates when the Chancellor arrives, raising suspicions about Keira's true identity and setting the stage for a power struggle.Will Keira's secret be exposed, and who will ultimately gain control in this dangerous game of power?

Keira stuns everyone by choosing Anthony over the Chancellor, revealing her true feelings and breaking free from past manipulations, while hinting at deeper personal conflicts and unresolved tensions.What will the Chancellor's reaction be to Keira's bold defiance?

Keira, still recovering from betrayal, is in pain and questions the medicine given to her by Suzanna. Despite her suffering, she finds herself drawn to someone, even though she hasn't fulfilled her promise of becoming a wise ruler. This moment of vulnerability leads to an unexpected and intimate connection.Will this forbidden desire complicate Keira's path to reclaiming her destiny?

Keira faces the aftermath of a night of passion with the Chancellor, revealing deeper political intrigue and a hidden secret about the Emperor.What is the Emperor's dangerous secret, and how will it impact Keira's plans?

Keira discovers a surprising truth about His Majesty's preferences, which could clear her name, but her own actions and the marks on her body suggest a different story, leading to a tense confrontation.Will Keira's bold move to prove her innocence backfire or reveal even deeper secrets?

Keira proposes a deceptive plan to infiltrate the royal harem, manipulating trust to further her hidden agenda against the king.What will happen when the king's new consort turns out to be Keira's pawn?

In the royal court, the selection of consorts, especially the Empress, is of utmost importance. The protagonist, Keira, who has lived a life of duty, is now in a position where she must navigate the intricate politics of the court. A dancer she has picked for the throne is noted for her beauty and familiarity, hinting at deeper connections and secrets yet to be uncovered.Who is the mysterious dancer, and what secrets does her familiarity hold?

Keira and her ally strategize to outmaneuver Mason by planting a trusted woman as a spy in his harem, using her resemblance to someone from the past to manipulate him.Will the beauty trap succeed in uncovering Mason's true intentions?

Keira and the Chancellor engage in a staged intimate encounter to deceive eavesdroppers, revealing unexpected chemistry and Keira's hidden desires, while the Chancellor hints at a future where she won't need to pretend.What will happen when Keira no longer has to pretend?

The Emperor expresses his delight with a dancer presented by his uncle, intending to make her his Empress, only to discover her sudden disappearance. As the search proves futile, a noble lady proposes herself as a replacement to control the Emperor, hinting at a deeper political game.Will the noble lady succeed in replacing the missing dancer and manipulating the Emperor?

Suzanna Clarke, Keira's sister, attempts to win favor with the Queen by performing, but her insincerity is quickly exposed, leading to a dramatic confrontation where the Queen reveals her disdain and orders her out, showcasing her cunning and refusal to be manipulated.What will Suzanna do next after being humiliated by the Queen?

Keira Clarke, humiliated by her sister's revelation about why the King favors another woman, seeks her sister's guidance to transform herself into someone worthy of the King's attention, enduring harsh training and criticism in the process.Will Keira's transformation win the King's heart, or will her sister's motives prove to be more sinister?

Keira trains Suzanna in royal etiquette with harsh methods, revealing her intent to make Suzanna suffer for past humiliations as she begins her path of revenge.What more does Keira have in store for Suzanna's downfall?

A courtier attempts to win the King's favor by presenting a dance taught by Lord Clarke, but the King sees through the imitation and rejects the courtier, reaffirming his love for the mysterious dancer. Meanwhile, discussions about finding or replacing the missing dancer to secure the King's betrothal gift unfold.Will the court succeed in finding a convincing replacement for the King's beloved dancer?

A noblewoman resorts to extreme measures, cutting off her own toes to fit into a dancer's shoes and fulfill the Prince's plan to get close to the King, eyeing the Empress's seat as her ultimate prize.Will her sacrifice truly secure her place as the future Empress, or will it lead to unforeseen consequences?

Chancellor Clarke presents a dancer to the king, but his niece reveals the dancer is an imposter, leading to her arrest and punishment.What will happen to Suzanna Clarke now that her deception has been uncovered?

Keira reveals her calculated plan to win the Emperor's favor by playing hard to get, leading to his proposal to make her Empress. Meanwhile, threats to her family and Suzanna Clarke's downfall add layers of tension and intrigue.Will Keira secure the Commander's Seal and outmaneuver those who threaten her family?

Keira is shocked when the King proposes marriage to her, revealing his long-standing plan to make her his consort by day and Chancellor by night, as a strategic move to prevent a political marriage to Suzanna Clarke.Will Keira accept the King's proposal or seek help from the Empress Dowager to escape this unexpected royal entanglement?

Suzanna Clarke, a newly selected Palace Lady, informs the Empress Dowager about His Majesty's growing affection for a former top courtesan from The Crimson Pavilion, sparking outrage and a plan to intervene.Will the Empress Dowager's intervention stop His Majesty from marrying the dancer, or will it lead to unforeseen consequences?