Consort Shell is summoned by Her Highness, who subtly threatens her by referencing the mysterious and deadly Spring Lake, hinting at her knowledge of Shell's secrets and leaving her in a state of fear and uncertainty.Will Consort Shell survive Her Highness's ominous game of power and revenge?

Royal Consort Wood asserts her dominance by punishing a subordinate with fifty lashes, directly challenging Consort Shell's influence and sparking a deeper conflict within the palace.Will Consort Shell retaliate against Royal Consort Wood's bold move?

Zoe Wood, now disguised and plotting her revenge, prepares a stunning radiant silk dress to outshine rivals at the emperor's birthday banquet, while secretly setting a trap for Consort Rules.Will Zoe's plan to outshine and trap Consort Rules succeed at the banquet?

Zoe Wood watches as Consort Rules attempts to steal the spotlight with a dazzling performance for the Emperor, but Zoe hints at a greater plan yet to unfold, suggesting that the true spectacle is still to come.What is Zoe Wood's secret plan to reclaim her position and outshine Consort Rules?

During the Emperor's birthday celebration, Consort Rules is caught wearing mourning clothes, a grave insult that sparks suspicion and accusations. As she tries to defend herself, she realizes she's been framed, possibly by Zoe Wood, but knows the Emperor won't believe her.Will Consort Rules manage to clear her name, or will Zoe Wood's scheme succeed in further isolating her?

Zoe Wood's loyal maid, Grass, falsely confesses to switching the dress to protect her mistress, leading to her arrest and potential execution, revealing the lengths Zoe's allies will go to shield her.Will Grass's sacrifice be enough to keep Zoe's secrets safe?

Zoe Wood, after being falsely accused and exiled, presents a birthday gift to the emperor in an attempt to regain his favor, despite the recent punishment imposed on her.What is the mysterious birthday gift that Zoe presents to the emperor, and will it change her fate?

Zoe presents a seemingly ordinary stone as a birthday gift to the Emperor, which surprises and disappoints the court. However, when the Emperor closes his eyes as instructed, the stones reveal their true magic, producing divine music that deeply moves him and astonishes everyone present.What other hidden talents does Zoe possess that could further captivate the Emperor?

Zoe Wood presents divine stones to the emperor, who is impressed and rewards her generously, hinting at her rising favor and strategic moves.Will Zoe's newfound favor and rewards help her in her quest for justice?

A noble lady, desperate to win the emperor's favor, is offered a mysterious ointment used by the exiled Zoe Wood to seduce the emperor. Despite her initial refusal, the temptation to use it to regain power grows stronger.Will the noble lady succumb to using the ointment and risk everything to win the emperor's heart?

Consort Rules, seeking revenge for her destroyed family, plans to take away all the favor from the emperor by sabotaging the rival consort's beauty, leading to a dramatic confrontation.Will Consort Rules succeed in her vengeful plan against the emperor's favored consort?

Zoe Wood feigns madness to manipulate her way back into the emperor's favor, risking her health with dangerous treatments to maintain her beauty and influence, while uncovering a plot involving a harmful balm.Will Zoe's dangerous gamble pay off, or will her enemies discover her true intentions?

Consort Shell is brutally punished for unknowingly delivering a harmful balm, linked to Zoe's schemes, revealing the dangerous power plays within the palace.Will Consort Shell survive the lashes and uncover Zoe's treachery?

Zoe Wood seizes the opportunity to exploit Consort Rules' weakened position after losing Lady Willow's support. She endures punishment to gain trust and strategically plans to overthrow Consort Rules, while navigating the dangerous and deceptive alliances within the harem.Will Zoe's risky alliance turn the tide in her favor, or will she become another pawn in the harem's deadly game?

Consort Shell, desperate to regain favor and take down Zoe Wood, proposes a risky alliance to the Empress, offering her family as collateral to prove her loyalty.Will Consort Shell's gamble succeed, or will Zoe Wood outmaneuver them both?

The Empress faces concerns about Zoe Wood's growing influence with the Emperor, but remains focused on raising the Crown Prince, while others plot to undermine Zoe by targeting the young Prince.Will the conspirators succeed in their new plan against Zoe and the young Prince?

A mysterious old servant shows the prince a magic trick, claiming it was taught by Royal Consort Wood, raising suspicions about a hidden scheme.Who is truly behind the attempt to lure the prince to Royal Consort Wood?

The Crown Prince suddenly collapses under mysterious circumstances, leading to suspicions of a curse within the palace. As tensions rise, the Imperial Diviner points to an unexpected suspect present in the hall, setting the stage for a dramatic confrontation.Will the real culprit behind the Crown Prince's curse be uncovered?

Zoe Wood, once the emperor's favored consort, is accused of being a sign of misfortune after failing to bear children and surviving her family's execution. When Prince Hayden falls ill, the courtiers urge the emperor to exile Zoe to protect the heir, sparking a tense confrontation between loyalty and superstition.Will the emperor succumb to the court's pressure and exile Zoe, or will he defy superstition to protect her?

Zoe Wood agrees to leave the palace for a ten-year journey to ensure Prince Hayden's safety, despite her inner suspicions and the emperor's surprise at her decision.What secret plan is Zoe Wood hiding behind her sudden agreement to leave?