Joy Ann discovers the Emperor injured after an assassination attempt, revealing his unexpected vulnerability while grappling with her own survival instincts and the mysterious connection between them.Will Joy Ann uncover the truth behind the assassination attempt and the Emperor's hidden motives?

A suspicious maid is caught and kills herself, revealing a plot against the Emperor, who then exhibits erratic and violent behavior in front of another maid, hinting at his dark secrets and inner turmoil.Will the maid uncover the Emperor's secrets before it's too late?

Joy Ann discovers that the Emperor is injured while witnessing a confrontation between a dismissed maid and a scheming noble. The tension rises as the Emperor's unusual behavior and hidden vulnerability are revealed.What danger awaits Joy Ann now that she knows the Emperor's secret?

The Empress Dowager suddenly falls ill after consuming mushroom and ginseng soup, leading the Emperor to suspect poisoning and threatening the servants with dire consequences if his mother is harmed.Who is behind the poisoning of the Empress Dowager?

The Emperor accuses the Director of the Royal Kitchen, Bob Quill, of poisoning the Empress Dowager's soup, leading to a tense confrontation where political power plays and family loyalties clash. Meanwhile, the Emperor reflects on his mother's mysterious death, hinting at dark secrets from his past.Will the Emperor uncover the truth behind his mother's death, or will the palace's web of deceit keep it buried forever?

Emperor interrogates a maid about Lady Charlotte's death, while political turmoil escalates as Director Quill's suicide shocks the court, revealing deeper conspiracies.What dark secrets lie behind Director Quill's sudden death?

The Emperor's erratic behavior leads to accusations of hysteria from the Empress, culminating in his forceful confinement amidst protests of his sanity.Will the Emperor escape his confinement and uncover who is truly behind the chaos in the palace?

The episode reveals the dark undercurrents of the royal court as the Empress Dowager is served the same meals she had deceitfully prepared for the Emperor, leading to a tense confrontation. Meanwhile, Joy and the Emperor share a moment that hints at his fragmented memories and a possible dual personality tied to his traumatic past.Will Joy uncover the truth about the Emperor's mysterious past and how it connects to Lady Charlotte?

Joy Ann finds herself in a precarious position as she uncovers the Emperor's deep-seated trauma from his mother's death, revealing his vulnerable side beneath the tyrant's exterior.What dark secrets will Joy Ann uncover about the Emperor's past?

The episode reveals the traumatic childhood of the Emperor, who witnessed his mother's brutal death and her body being eaten by rats while hiding under the bed. This horrifying experience left him mentally scarred, explaining his erratic and tyrannical behavior as an adult. The maid, Joy Ann, begins to understand the depth of his suffering through his thoughts.Will Joy Ann's newfound understanding of the Emperor's past help her survive his wrath, or will it put her in even greater danger?

Joy Ann serves the Emperor's whims, from food requests to an unexpected visit to a brothel, revealing his unpredictable behavior and the dangers lurking in his court.What dangers will Joy Ann face when the Emperor takes her to a brothel?

Joy Ann finds herself in a precarious situation when she accompanies the Emperor on an unexpected and dangerous outing to a brothel, where they encounter thieves, revealing the Emperor's unpredictable and ruthless nature.Will Joy Ann's ability to hear the Emperor's thoughts put her in even greater danger as they return to the palace?

Joy Ann discovers a mysterious rose scent that seems to affect the Emperor's behavior, linking it to several women in the palace, including seductive maids and noble ladies, hinting at a possible conspiracy or manipulation.Will Joy Ann reveal the truth about the scent to the Emperor, and what consequences will it bring?

Joy Ann wakes up in the Emperor's bed, panicking over the implications, only to realize nothing happened. The Emperor, however, is frustrated by her avoidance. A crucial revelation about a rose scent ties to his past and his mother's murder, hinting at deeper mysteries and dangers lurking in the palace.Who is the mysterious figure carrying the deadly rose scent?

Joy Ann discovers that the Emperor has taken ingots from her, which were originally given by his other self. She expresses frustration over his actions, especially since he used them to impress someone. Meanwhile, the Emperor tasks Dawn with investigating women in the palace who use rose incense, hinting at a deeper mystery.Will Joy Ann confront the Emperor about the missing ingots, and what does the rose incense investigation reveal?

Joy Ann encounters Seth Ross, the Emperor's personal bodyguard, who questions her familiarity with the palace. When she unknowingly ignores the Emperor's spoken words, mistaking them for his inner voice, his volatile reaction reveals her growing psychic connection to him is both a gift and a peril.Will Joy Ann's newfound ability to hear the Emperor's thoughts be her salvation or her downfall?

Joy Ann is confronted by Lady Wong, who accuses her of not helping her gain the Emperor's favor. Lady Wong reveals she is carrying Prince Ryan's child and demands Joy Ann's assistance in making the Emperor believe the child is his. Joy Ann suggests cooking a special dish to attract the Emperor's attention, hinting at a deeper connection between them.Will the Emperor fall for Lady Wong's trap, or will Joy Ann's secret bond with him uncover the truth?

Joy Ann is captured by a hostile figure who is forcing her to reveal a secret recipe, while the Emperor's unusual behavior and concern for Joy's whereabouts hint at his growing attachment to her, despite his denial.Will Joy Ann manage to escape the clutches of her captor before it's too late?

The Emperor unexpectedly rescues Joy Ann from being thrown into the Abandoned Palace by Lady Wong, leaving her puzzled by his sudden change in behavior and his silent, intense gaze.Will the Emperor's mysterious actions lead to a new alliance or a hidden trap for Joy Ann?

Joy Ann, the palace maid, catches the attention of the Emperor's brother, who tries to claim her for himself, leading to a tense exchange between the siblings about loyalty and possessions.Will Joy Ann's unique connection to the Emperor protect her from his brother's advances?