Anna Caldwell is exposed for spreading rumors about Evelyn Sterling and violating palace rules, leading to her harsh punishment in the Office of Discipline, while Evelyn's true intentions remain mysterious.What secrets is Evelyn Sterling hiding, and how will they impact the palace dynamics?

Evelyn is tasked with organizing the prestigious Spring Blossom Banquet, a test of her capabilities that could lead to her becoming the Empress, with Lucas offering his assistance.Will Evelyn succeed in organizing the banquet and prove herself worthy of becoming the Empress?

Evelyn Sterling, trapped in the harsh Office of Discipline, recalls Adrian's past promotion during the Spring Blossom Banquet and devises a plan to escape and bring Adrian to the banquet to change her fate.Will Evelyn's risky plan succeed in altering her destiny?

A desperate noblewoman, imprisoned by her sister Evelyn Sterling, seeks help to escape, revealing her sister's cruel actions. Meanwhile, Evelyn receives praise for her banquet planning, but the situation takes a dark turn when the Office of Discipline catches fire, leading to a tragic loss of lives, including possibly Anna Caldwell.Will the noblewoman succeed in her escape, and what secrets will the fire at the Office of Discipline uncover?

The younger sister, initially punished, is unexpectedly chosen for a marriage alliance with the Lior Empire to escape her current predicament, while pleading for Josephine's release as gratitude for saving her life.Will this marriage alliance reveal the beggar's secret and alter their fates once more?

Evelyn Sterling confronts her sister Josephine, revealing deep-seated resentment and a vow of revenge for past grievances, while the Duke contemplates Josephine's fate.Will Evelyn’s quest for vengeance uncover the beggar’s secret?

Edmund is released from the Office of Discipline and returns home, blaming Josephine and Evelyn for his downfall. Upon learning that Evelyn is now a palace maid, Edmund and his family see the upcoming Spring Blossom Banquet as an opportunity to regain their status by winning the Empress Dowager's favor, potentially plotting against Evelyn.Will Edmund's plan to rise again at the banquet succeed, or will Evelyn uncover his scheme?

During the preparations for a high-profile banquet, Evelyn secretly meets with a palace guard named Adrian in a remote area, away from the watchful eyes of patrols. Their clandestine meeting hints at a forbidden relationship, and Adrian asks Evelyn to wait for him after the banquet, promising to share something important. However, their secret rendezvous is unexpectedly witnessed, setting the stage for potential complications.Will Evelyn and Adrian's secret be exposed, and what is the important news Adrian intends to share?

The younger sister, now a maid in the Imperial Palace, faces humiliation and threats from her elder sister who has risen to nobility, revealing deep-seated resentment and a brewing conflict.Will the younger sister survive her elder sister's vengeful plans in the treacherous palace?

Evelyn confesses to having a pre-existing relationship with a guard before entering the palace, but is accused of improper conduct by another courtier, leading to a tense confrontation about punishment and palace discipline.Will Evelyn and the guard face execution, or does the Duke have other plans?

Evelyn, who organized the banquet, is spared punishment by the Empress Dowager despite breaking palace rules by mingling with a guard, much to the dismay of her envious peers who plot against her.Will Evelyn's rivals succeed in their plot against her during the banquet?

The king decides to reveal the truth to Evelyn before the banquet, leading to a sudden assassination attempt.Will the king's revelation come in time, or will the assassins succeed?

During a palace banquet, an assassin disguised as a dancer attacks Her Grace, but Lord Montague takes the blow. Evelyn Sterling, the maid in charge of the banquet, is wrongfully accused of treason and collusion with a guard, leading to her arrest by the Judicial Court.Will Evelyn be able to prove her innocence before it's too late?

Evelyn Sterling is accused of colluding with an assassin to disrupt palace order and endanger the queen, leading to a death sentence despite her pleas for time to uncover the truth.Will Evelyn uncover the truth and prove her innocence before it's too late?

The younger sister desperately pleads with the Chancellor to revoke a harsh order, revealing deep regret and fault in past actions, until the unexpected appearance of the King changes the course of events.What secret does the King hold that could alter the fate of the younger sister?

During a royal banquet, Evelyn is accused of allowing assassins to harm the Queen, leading to a heated confrontation where her sister demands her punishment, while Evelyn claims innocence.Will Evelyn be able to prove her innocence, or is there a deeper conspiracy at play?

A dramatic confrontation unfolds as someone demands Evelyn's punishment for an undisclosed incident, while the possibility of her innocence is questioned by the king, hinting at deeper secrets and power struggles.Can the king truly prove Evelyn's innocence, and what shocking truths will be revealed in the process?

During a tense confrontation, Nicholas is implicated in an assassination plot against the king, leading to his dramatic arrest despite his claims of loyalty.Will Nicholas be able to prove his innocence or is his fate sealed by the king's decree?

Adrian and Josephine are exposed as the masterminds behind the assassination plot, leading to their immediate sentencing, while Josephine's jealousy and hatred towards Evelyn come to a dramatic climax.Will Evelyn be able to move forward from her sister's betrayal, or will Josephine's hatred lead to even more dangerous consequences?

Evelyn discovers the true identity of the beggar as Lucian Prescott, the king, who then declares her his Empress and dismisses all other concubines, promising her sole leadership in the harem.Will Evelyn accept her new role as Empress, and what challenges await her in the royal court?