Mia, the child, is asked to choose a mother among the consorts, but she is drawn to a maid whose figure seems familiar, hinting at a deeper connection.Who is the mysterious maid that catches Mia's attention?

A lowly maid, Nora Shane, is unexpectedly chosen by the Emperor to become Lady Yvette and care for Princess Mia, sparking jealousy and suspicion among the courtiers who demand proof of her worth.Will Nora Shane prove herself worthy of the Emperor's trust and overcome the courtiers' opposition?

Yvette steps forward with a bold claim to make the mute Princess Mia speak, wagering her life against the Emperor's promise of a favor if she succeeds, despite the skepticism and warnings from others about the impossibility of the task.Will Yvette's mysterious method unlock Mia's voice, or will she face the dire consequences of failure?

Yvette challenges Consort Nora to a high-stakes bet, risking her life for fairness, and stands her ground against accusations of deceit, demanding to see the results before judgment is passed.Will Yvette's gamble prove her innocence or seal her fate?

The Emperor confronts the silent queen with a cruel ultimatum, forcing her to choose between speaking or letting her loyal maid Mia die, revealing deep-seated power struggles and emotional turmoil.Will the queen break her silence to save Mia, or will the Emperor's ruthless command prevail?

Mia miraculously speaks, leading to Consort Nora being stripped of her title and sent to the Abandoned Palace, revealing the Emperor's hidden compassion and the unfolding power dynamics.Will Consort Nora's exile bring peace or ignite more conflict in the palace?

The Emperor reminisces about Jonshire, a place filled with memories before his reign, and encounters a maid who reminds him of Mia, a significant figure from his past. Despite his doubts about her identity due to her changed appearance and habits, he resolves to keep her in the palace, unwilling to let go of any possibility of reconnecting with his past.Will the Emperor discover the truth about the maid's identity and reconcile with his past?

After years of separation, Mia finally reunites with her mother who was thought to be dead, only to discover that her mother plans to take revenge on Jason Shaw for abandoning her.Will Mia's mother succeed in her revenge against Jason Shaw?

In the Abandoned Palace, Nora Shane and Hayley mock Yvonne Johnson, revealing their past betrayal and survival through bribery. Yvonne, thought to be dead, confronts them, revealing her true identity as Lady Yvette and seeking revenge for their past actions, culminating in a fiery confrontation.Will Yvonne's quest for vengeance uncover deeper secrets of the palace?

After escaping from the Abandoned Palace, Mia questions her mother about forgiving her father if he ever finds them. Meanwhile, the palace is set on fire, leading to the presumed death of Lady Yvette and her maids. However, Jason Shaw discovers that Lady Yvette is actually Yvonne, the woman he wronged in the past, and rushes to find her. Despite his pleas, Yvonne insists on leaving, declaring that their paths will never cross again.Will Jason Shaw ever reunite with Yvonne and Mia, or is their separation truly final?

The Emperor orders a search for Yvonne Johnson and Princess Mia Shaw after they are kidnapped during a banquet. A desperate plea for mercy reveals a deeper conspiracy behind the kidnapping, while Princess Mia pleads with her father to save her mother.Will the Emperor be able to rescue Yvonne and uncover the truth behind the kidnapping?

Yvonne Johnson is falsely accused by General Shane's daughter, Nora Shane, and subjected to cruel punishment, but she refuses to admit to wrongdoing she didn't commit, revealing deeper tensions and hidden feelings in the imperial court.Will Yvonne's defiance change her fate, or will the Emperor uncover Nora's deception?

At the imperial concubine selection banquet, Yvonne Johnson, a former death row prisoner and mother of Princess Mia, is publicly humiliated by Nora Shane, a noble lady who belittles her status and forces her to bark like a dog to demean her further.Will Yvonne endure this humiliation or retaliate against Nora's cruel treatment?

Yvonne Johnson is ambushed and mistreated by adversaries who mock her past, while her child and Jason Shaw rush to her rescue, revealing a deeper connection and unresolved tensions between Yvonne and Jason.Will Jason Shaw arrive in time to save Yvonne from her tormentors?

Yvonne, feeling abandoned and used by those around her, clings to hope through her daughter Mia. The Emperor's apparent indifference leads to a tragic confrontation, culminating in a desperate plea for Yvonne's life as she collapses, leaving Jason Shaw devastated and questioning the Emperor's actions.Will Jason uncover the truth behind Yvonne's suffering and the Emperor's motives?

A desperate father begs the emperor to spare his daughter's life, revealing a deep-seated conflict over past actions and hidden truths about the emperor's lost love.Will the emperor uncover the truth behind the rumors and his consort's dark intentions?

The Emperor reveals his deep remorse and love for Yvonne Johnson, the only woman he has ever loved, and his daughter Mia. He expresses his rage towards those who manipulated him into abandoning Yvonne for the sake of the throne. Now, consumed by grief and vengeance, he plans a dark ritual to bring Yvonne back from the dead and make his enemies suffer.Will the Emperor's dark ritual succeed in bringing Yvonne back, or will it unleash something far worse?

The Emperor expresses his deep regrets and the burden of his political duties, revealing his true feelings towards Yvonne and his concern for Mia's condition.Will the Emperor's heartfelt confessions lead to a reunion with Yvonne, and can Mia's muteness be cured in time?

A maid is caught burying a sweet potato by the Emperor and Eunuch Cole, leading to suspicion and a confrontation about her actions.What secret is the maid hiding that could change her fate?

A disfigured maid reveals her past suffering under Consort Nora's jealousy, leading the Emperor to show unexpected kindness and reveal a deep personal connection to the supposed 'spirit' haunting her.Who was the woman the Emperor loved most, and what happened to her?