The Empress Dowager confronts Melanie about her lack of support for the reckless Crown Prince, hinting at deeper political tensions. Meanwhile, Concubine Sherry secretly sends poisoned snacks to Melanie, revealing a layered assassination plot that only activates when combined with another poison.Will Melanie uncover the full extent of the poisoning plot before it's too late?

Melanie discovers that the snacks prepared by Concubine Sherry are poisoned, revealing a sinister plot against her and the Empress Dowager, while the Crown Prince's true intentions become clear.Will Melanie be able to counter the deadly poison and expose the Crown Prince's treachery?

Melanie risks her life by consuming poisoned snacks from Concubine Sherry to expose the Crown Prince's wicked schemes, leading to a shocking revelation about his involvement in past crimes.Will the Empress Dowager believe the truth about the Crown Prince's dark past?

The Empress Dowager discovers the shocking truth that the Crown Prince and Concubine Sherry plotted the murder of Lord Sylas and her son, leading to their immediate arrest.Will the Crown Prince and Concubine Sherry face justice for their crimes?

The Empress Dowager orders the arrest of Concubine Sherry and the Crown Prince, revealing their treachery. Meanwhile, Melanie's risky plan to expose their crimes by poisoning herself unfolds, leaving her in a precarious state as allies rush to save her.Will Melanie survive her bold gambit to bring down the Crown Prince?

Melanie and Albert discuss the aftermath of exposing Concubine Sherry and Crown Prince Oscar's plot. The Empress Dowager, now aware of their crimes, turns against them, sealing their fate.Will the Empress Dowager's actions lead to Oscar's downfall, or does he still have tricks up his sleeve?

Melanie discovers the shocking truth about her son's murder and the years spent unknowingly raising the murderer, leading to a risky plan to expose the betrayal with Albert's help.Will Melanie and Albert's dangerous plan to uncover the truth succeed?

Concubine Sherry confesses to the murder of Lord Sylas to save her son, the Crown Prince, revealing a deep-seated conspiracy and her ultimate sacrifice to ensure his survival.With the truth behind Lord Sylas's murder now revealed, will the Crown Prince honor his mother's sacrifice or seek vengeance against those who manipulated them?

Melanie Griffin confronts Crown Prince Oscar Hayes, revealing that she was behind his downfall and his mother's death. She gives him an ultimatum: sign the divorce papers and cut ties completely, or face the consequences of losing his title and life.Will Oscar choose to sign the divorce papers, or will he risk everything to retaliate against Melanie?

Melanie confronts Oscar with a chilling reminder of their past, warning him of the consequences of his actions, while Oscar vows revenge for his mother's death, setting the stage for a deadly confrontation.Will Melanie's warning deter Oscar, or will his thirst for revenge lead to even more dangerous schemes?

Melanie and Albert discuss the Emperor's hesitation to depose the Crown Prince, Oscar, due to his entrenched power and influence. They strategize to weaken Oscar by targeting his key supporter, the Minister of Revenue, Leo Weston, to destabilize his faction.Will Melanie and Albert succeed in their plan to remove Leo Weston and weaken the Crown Prince's grip on power?

Crown Prince Oscar Hayes plans to solve the national treasury's financial crisis by collecting taxes from Eastwood Land's copper mines, aiming to prove his indispensability to the emperor and solidify his position. Meanwhile, Melanie, aware of his intentions, prepares for a strategic confrontation upon his return, hinting at an impending downfall for the Crown Prince.Will Melanie's plan to dismantle the Crown Prince's achievements upon his return succeed, or will he outmaneuver her once again?

Melanie encounters mockery from former associates as Crown Prince Oscar's popularity soars due to his tax collection efforts, highlighting her diminished status and the looming threat against her.Will Melanie find a way to turn the tables on Crown Prince Oscar and reclaim her power?

Melanie and Albert face a direct threat from Lord Chyne, who warns them of the Crown Prince's impending wrath. Albert stands firm, threatening Lord Chyne if he disrespects Melanie again, hinting at deeper conflicts and the Crown Prince's vulnerability.Will Melanie and Albert succeed in exposing the Crown Prince's treachery before it's too late?

Melanie and Albert discuss the Crown Prince's precarious situation, revealing how his excessive tax collections have made him a threat rather than an asset to the Emperor, setting the stage for his downfall.Will the Crown Prince realize his impending doom before it's too late?

The Crown Prince's corruption is exposed as it's revealed he pocketed millions in tax revenue, leading to petitions accusing him of deceiving the Emperor and losing his subordinates' loyalty.Will the Crown Prince's power crumble as his network turns against him?

At a celebratory toast for Crown Prince Oscar Hayes, his supporters praise his achievements, while he secretly plans to settle a blood feud with Melanie, who he fears might escape the capital with Albert.Will Oscar succeed in his vengeful plot against Melanie before she can leave the capital?

Crown Prince Oscar reveals his ruthless plan to kill Melanie, considering her just a commoner, while Melanie finds warmth in the idea of family with the Fourth Prince, Albert. However, Oscar's sudden appearance with a threat to send Melanie to hell marks a dark turn.Will Melanie survive Oscar's deadly scheme?

Melanie confronts the Crown Prince Arthur, revealing his crimes and challenging his authority, while he arrogantly dismisses her threats, leading to a dramatic showdown with the arrival of the imperial decree.Will the imperial decree finally bring justice for Melanie and expose Arthur's treachery?

The emperor issues a decree stripping Crown Prince Arthur Hayes of his title and reducing him to a commoner after uncovering his betrayal, faction-building, and attempt to poison the emperor, with his accomplice Minister Leo Weston also punished.Will the disgraced Crown Prince find a way to reclaim his power or face his downfall?