Madam Williams suffers a severe allergic reaction from a beauty potion given by her servant, leading to the servant's harsh punishment while Evelyn Sterling offers unexpected assistance.Will Evelyn's intervention soothe Madam Williams' rage or ignite a new conflict?

Evelyn offers to prepare a herbal remedy for the Emperor's rash in exchange for sparing Isabella's life, while suspicions arise about the Emperor's frequent visits to the Household Bureau and the identity of a new maid who may have captured his attention.Will Evelyn's remedy work, and who is the mysterious new maid that has drawn the Emperor's interest?

Evelyn Sterling notices the rash fading due to the beggar's treatment, hinting at his unexpected skills, while tension arises as someone questions his actions.What secrets is the 'beggar' hiding that could change Evelyn's fate?

Evelyn Sterling apologizes for her past actions to the 'beggar' who saved her from being taken away, and he acknowledges her kindness despite her harsh words, hinting at a growing bond between them.Will Evelyn's apology pave the way for a deeper connection with the mysterious 'beggar'?

Evelyn's remarkable qualities catch Emperor Lucian's attention, sparking intrigue and jealousy as her sister Josephine schemes in the background.Will Evelyn's charm disrupt the emperor's plans and Josephine's ambitions?

Isabella's true identity as Empress Anna Caldwell is revealed, causing a dramatic confrontation with Evelyn and exposing past tensions.Will Evelyn be able to navigate the newfound power dynamics with the Empress?

Anna Caldwell, the Chancellor's daughter and the Empress chosen by Her Grace, confronts Evelyn Sterling, accusing her of seducing Emperor Lucian Prescott and a guard. The confrontation escalates as Anna threatens Evelyn's safety, revealing the underlying tensions and power struggles within the palace.Will Evelyn be able to escape Anna's wrath and prove her innocence?

Eleanor asserts her dominance in the harem, claiming her inevitable rise to Empress and clashes with a defiant servant, revealing her ruthless nature.Will Eleanor's ruthless ambition lead her to the throne, or will her arrogance be her downfall?

Lady Caldwell attempts to assert her authority over the palace servants and the head of the Household Bureau, leading to a heated confrontation about hierarchy and punishment, revealing underlying tensions within the harem.Will Lady Caldwell's attempt to discipline the servants escalate the power struggle within the palace?

During the preparations for the Spring Blossom Banquet, Evelyn Sterling is found to be in danger, prompting the disguised Emperor Lucian Prescott to intervene, revealing his true identity in the process.Will Emperor Lucian be able to save Evelyn before it's too late?

Evelyn's friend urgently seeks Emperor Lucian's help to save her from danger, revealing Anna Caldwell's malicious intentions and leading to a tense confrontation.Will Emperor Lucian arrive in time to rescue Evelyn from Anna's sinister plans?

Evelyn Sterling's rival, Anna Caldwell, is about to whip her in anger, only to be shocked when she realizes Evelyn is actually the Empress Dowager in disguise. Anna's arrogance turns to desperate pleas for forgiveness as she faces the consequences of her insolence.Will Anna's groveling be enough to save her from the Empress Dowager's wrath?

In a dramatic turn of events, Maid Eleanor Fairfax is exposed for spreading malicious rumors about Her Grace, leading to her immediate expulsion from the palace after a heated confrontation.Will Eleanor's expulsion bring peace to the palace, or will her departure spark unforeseen consequences?

Anna Caldwell's scheme to spread rumors about Evelyn Sterling backfires when Emperor Lucian Prescott exposes her deceit, leading to her punishment in the Office of Discipline.Will Anna Caldwell find a way to escape her punishment and seek revenge?

Evelyn is tasked with organizing the prestigious Spring Blossom Banquet as a test to prove her capability to become the Empress, with the Dowager and Lucas offering their support.Will Evelyn succeed in organizing the banquet and secure her position as Empress?

Evelyn Sterling finds herself in the oppressive Office of Discipline, facing harsh treatment while plotting her escape and a plan to bring Adrian to the Spring Blossom Banquet to change her fate.Will Evelyn manage to escape and alter her destiny at the banquet?

Josephine Sterling, imprisoned and desperate, reveals her noble lineage and blames her sister Evelyn for her predicament, offering anything in return for help to escape.Will the stranger help Josephine escape and what consequences will this have for Evelyn?

During a moment of praise for Evelyn's well-organized banquet, disaster strikes as the Office of Discipline catches fire, trapping many inside and leading to a frantic search for Anna Caldwell.Will the Emperor be able to rescue Anna from the burning building?

Evelyn Sterling is given an ultimatum by the Emperor - either marry into the Lior Empire as part of a political alliance or continue enduring harsh punishment in the Office of Discipline, ultimately choosing the marriage while bargaining for her sister Josephine's freedom.Will Evelyn's sacrifice for Josephine lead to unexpected consequences in the Lior Empire?

Josephine confronts Evelyn about her misfortunes, blaming her for the family's downfall and her own suffering, vowing revenge.Will Josephine's threat turn into action against Evelyn?