The empress and Consort Eleanor plot to expose Concubine Grace's supposed criminal lineage, aiming to force the emperor to abdicate, but they underestimate the concubine's ability to turn the tables.Will Concubine Grace uncover the empress's scheme before it's too late?

Abigail, now Fiona, discovers that Xavier, the man who left with Zoe, is the biological father of the current emperor and was framed for assassinating the late emperor. The consort plans to use Xavier to bring down the emperor, but Fiona knows the truth and prepares to take action to protect her loved ones and navigate the palace intrigues.Will Fiona succeed in her plan to expose the consort's schemes and protect the emperor?

At a diplomatic banquet, the King of the Grasslands proposes a marriage alliance to ensure peace between the two nations, specifically requesting to marry Concubine Grace, which catches the Emperor off guard and sets the stage for political tension.Will the Emperor agree to the King's unexpected marriage proposal, and how will this affect the fragile peace between the two nations?

Emperor Ulysses faces pressure from General Baker to use a marriage alliance with Concubine Grace to secure peace, but he boldly refuses, declaring his willingness to wage war rather than compromise his principles or disgrace his consort.Will Ulysses's defiance lead to war, or can peace be secured without sacrificing Concubine Grace?

In a dramatic court confrontation, the Empress reveals that Concubine Grace's biological father is a criminal, Xavier, the sword-bearing guard, shocking the court and the Emperor.Will this shocking revelation change Concubine Grace's fate and the political alliances within the palace?

In a shocking revelation, it is disclosed that Concubine Grace is the daughter of Xavier and Ursula, and Xavier confesses to setting the fire at the Palace of Blessings that nearly killed the late emperor out of jealousy over Ursula.Will the emperor forgive Concubine Grace now that the truth is out?

In a tense court confrontation, the Prime Minister pressures the King to send Concubine Grace to the grasslands as part of a political negotiation, citing her criminal lineage. The King, however, refuses to sacrifice his concubine for political gain, leading to a heated debate about loyalty, law, and the nation's future. The revelation that Xavier may not be Concubine Grace's true father adds a surprising twist to the argument.Who is Concubine Grace's real father, and how will this revelation impact the palace's power dynamics?

In a shocking revelation, Fiona discovers that Xavier is not her biological father, uncovering a web of lies spun by the Empress. With evidence from the Imperial Hospital's records, she proves her mother's innocence and the fabricated affair. However, Concubine Grace produces a new witness, Eunuch Nathan, to challenge Fiona's claims, setting the stage for a deeper conspiracy.Will Eunuch Nathan's testimony confirm Fiona's true parentage or deepen the mystery surrounding her origins?

Nathan reveals a shocking secret about Concubine Grace's true parentage, suggesting she might be the late Emperor's illegitimate daughter, and urges the current Emperor to publicly declare her guilty identity to protect the empire's reputation.Will the Emperor expose Concubine Grace's past, or will he risk his reputation to protect her?

As tensions rise in the palace, the Emperor is confronted with allegations about Concubine Grace's lineage and Ursula's questionable past. The nobility pressures the Emperor to prioritize the empire's stability over personal feelings, threatening a palace coup if he refuses to comply. Meanwhile, the Emperor grapples with betrayal and the possibility that his trust in Ursula may have been misplaced.Will the Emperor bend to the nobles' demands, or will he risk everything to uncover the truth about Ursula and Concubine Grace?

In a tense confrontation, the Empress and Prime Minister reveal their plan to control the Emperor by allowing foreign troops into the city. The Emperor, refusing to be a puppet ruler, stands his ground, declaring he would rather die than betray Concubine Grace or agree to a forced marriage alliance. The episode culminates in the Empress ordering the Emperor to be escorted away, while he defiantly declares his willingness to marry to protect his principles.Will the Emperor's defiance lead to his downfall, or will he find a way to outmaneuver the Empress's schemes?

Concubine Grace selflessly offers to marry into the grasslands to ensure peace between two countries, despite the Emperor's refusal. Meanwhile, a sinister plot unfolds as the Prime Minister and Consort Eleanor plan to overthrow the Emperor, kill key figures, and frame the Empress, aiming to crown the First Prince instead. Before her departure, Grace entrusts the Emperor with her mother's farewell letters, hinting at unresolved family mysteries.Will Grace's sacrifice prevent the palace coup, or will the conspirators succeed in their deadly plans?

The King of the Grasslands reveals himself as the true father of the Imperial Concubine, leading to a shocking alliance between the grasslands and the empire, while an unseen enemy plots betrayal.Will the newfound peace be shattered by the traitors lurking in the shadows?

Abigail, now Fiona, confronts the shocking revelation about her true parentage as Ulysses, hinting at deeper palace conspiracies and her underestimated role in the unfolding drama.Will Fiona uncover the full extent of the palace's secrets and her real father's identity?

Fiona reveals her clever forgery of a letter to disprove Ulysses as her father, leading to a tense confrontation with Samuel about her mother's death.Will Samuel seek revenge for his mother's death or will Fiona's quick thinking save her?

Fiona confronts Samuel about the poison in the Hidden Scar Ointment and reveals the truth behind her mother's death, implicating the Empress and Eunuch Hill in the conspiracy. She decides to settle her grudges and seeks to uncover the identity of Samuel's real father.Will Fiona finally discover the truth about Samuel's father and what impact will it have on their future?

Concubine Grace secretly tasks Eunuch Liam with a personal mission outside the palace, revealing her compassionate side. Meanwhile, the master, now the de facto ruler of the Six Palaces, contemplates leaving, hinting at deeper schemes and concerns about the emperor's reaction.Will the master's plan to leave the palace succeed, or will the emperor's interference change everything?

Fiona confronts the Emperor with her desire for freedom and love, choosing her life with George over the constraints of the palace, leading to a heartfelt agreement and plans for their future together.Will Fiona and George's love withstand the challenges of their vastly different worlds?