Joy Ann witnesses the Emperor's sudden descent into madness, leading to chaos in the palace as his condition is exploited by those seeking power.Will Joy Ann be able to uncover the truth behind the Emperor's madness before it's too late?

Joy Ann witnesses disturbing scenes in the palace, including a man's descent into madness after eating meat offered by Imperial Lady May, and the Emperor's apparent insanity becomes a dangerous secret as courtiers and the Empress Dowager clash over access to him.Will Joy Ann be able to protect herself and the Emperor's secret from the scheming courtiers and the Empress Dowager?

Joy Ann finds herself in Lady Charlotte's residence, where she encounters the Empress Dowager who suspects the Emperor has gone mad. Tensions rise as the Empress Dowager insists on seeing the Emperor, while Joy Ann and the Emperor hide, fearing for their lives as unknown assailants approach.Will Joy Ann and the Emperor escape the looming danger unseen?

Lady May accuses Joy Ann of disturbing the Emperor, leading to her own punishment of thirty lashes after the Emperor intervenes, revealing his disdain for those who bully the weak.Will Joy Ann's newfound psychic connection to the Emperor protect her from further palace intrigues?

Joy Ann, the palace maid with psychic abilities, witnesses the Emperor's brutal punishment of a concubine accused of theft, revealing his darker nature and the dangerous power dynamics within the palace.Will Joy Ann's ability to hear the Emperor's thoughts expose even more sinister secrets?

Joy Ann discovers the Emperor's traumatic past involving Lady Charlotte's death and his unstable mental state, while also facing accusations of theft from the palace, leading to a tense confrontation with the Emperor.Will Joy Ann be able to prove her innocence and survive the Emperor's wrath?

Joy Ann navigates the dangerous palace politics as she overhears the Emperor's conflicting thoughts about her, revealing his inner turmoil and the risk she faces knowing his secrets.Will Joy Ann survive the Emperor's wrath once he decides her fate?

A palace maid boldly stands up against the director of the Empress, asserting her loyalty to the Emperor, leading to a tense confrontation that showcases the dangerous power dynamics within the palace.Will the maid's defiance lead to her downfall or reveal more about the Emperor's secrets?

A palace maid, despite her exhaustion from overwork, expresses unwavering loyalty to the Emperor, even in the face of punishment, while stumbling upon a significant discovery—a gold ingot—that hints at deeper secrets within the palace.What will the maid do with the gold ingot, and how will it affect her already precarious position in the palace?

Joy Ann, now in the body of a palace maid, witnesses the brutal execution of Eunuch Sean by the Emperor, who accuses him of seduction. This shocking event leaves her terrified and questioning the Emperor's motives, especially when she realizes she might be the reason for Sean's death.Will Joy Ann's newfound ability to hear the Emperor's thoughts reveal the truth behind Sean's execution?

Tensions rise as another murder occurs in the palace, sparking rumors about the Emperor's ruthless behavior. Despite his claims of benevolence, suspicions grow. Meanwhile, Joy falls ill, and the Emperor's unexpected concern for her hints at a deeper connection, leaving everyone puzzled.Why does the Emperor show such concern for Joy, and what dark secrets is he truly hiding?

Joy Ann confronts the Emperor about his violent tendencies, leading to a tense yet oddly intimate moment as they share a meal, revealing the complexities of their psychic connection.Will the Emperor's dark secrets push Joy Ann to risk everything for a chance to escape?

Joy Ann overhears the Emperor's thoughts revealing his plans for an heir and his dangerous attraction to her, while the palace's political schemes threaten her survival.Will Joy Ann be able to navigate the deadly palace intrigues and the Emperor's growing interest in her?

Lady Wong attempts to bribe Joy Ann with a valuable jade bracelet in exchange for serving the Emperor, revealing the dangerous game of favors and loyalty in the tyrant's court.Will Joy Ann's acceptance of the bracelet lead to unexpected consequences with the Emperor?

Joy Ann is caught hiding delicious pastries made for the Emperor's night persona, leading to a tense encounter where the Emperor demands to taste them, revealing his unpredictable and possessive nature.Will Joy Ann's secret culinary efforts spark the Emperor's wrath or an unexpected bond?

Prince Ryan returns to the palace after a long absence, and his interactions with the Emperor and others reveal underlying tensions and power dynamics within the royal family, especially noticeable during a seemingly innocent cake offering.Will Prince Ryan's return disrupt the fragile peace in the palace and what secrets does his relationship with the Emperor hide?

As the autumn hunt approaches, Prince Ryan plots revenge against Emperor Caesar Shaw, accusing him of stealing the throne and humiliation. Meanwhile, Joy Ann navigates the complexities of the Emperor's dual personalities, trying to appease him with little cakes while unaware of the assassination plot unfolding.Will Joy Ann discover the assassination plot in time to save the Emperor?

Joy Ann, a palace maid who can hear the Emperor's thoughts, faces a dilemma when the Emperor insists on staying in her tent for the night, risking her reputation. Despite her reluctance and fears of his unpredictable nature, she tries to avoid him, only to later hear the shocking news that the Emperor has been assassinated.Will Joy Ann's ability to hear the Emperor's thoughts help her uncover the truth behind the assassination?

Joy Ann hears strange noises and discovers bodies, realizing the Emperor is missing. Despite his martial arts skills, she worries about his safety and decides to search for him. Upon finding him, she witnesses his violent outburst before reassuring him of his safety.Will Joy Ann's psychic connection with the Emperor help her uncover more about his violent tendencies?

Joy Ann finds herself in a perilous situation when she witnesses an assassination attempt on the Emperor, revealing his vulnerability and her growing connection to him as she risks her own safety to protect him.Will Joy Ann's unexpected bond with the Emperor put her in even greater danger?