Power and Forgiveness
Emperor Elias faces a dilemma when General Richard offers to relinquish his military command to save his daughter, Liliana, from execution. Despite Liliana's pleas and professed love for Elias, he decides to spare her life but strips her of noble status and confines her to a side hall. Meanwhile, Elias honors Rachel by naming their son Celia Wynthorpe and promoting Rachel to Noble Consort, granting her residence in Phoenix Hall.Will Rachel's new status as Noble Consort bring her closer to Elias or stir more palace intrigue?
