Iron Maiden, Gilded Traitor

The Emperor visits the Shea residence to see Vianna Shea, but is intercepted by Chancellor Miles, who threatens to involve the Empress Dowager if the Emperor doesn't return to the palace, hinting at a deeper conspiracy against Vianna.Will the Emperor find another way to rescue Vianna, or will the Shea family be forced to punish her to appease the court?

Vianna Shea confronts the imposter General Sirius, revealing his deceit and avenging her mother's death in a brutal fight, despite her severe injuries.Will Vianna's victory come at the cost of her own life, and what will be the repercussions for her family's honor?

Vianna Shea confronts her brother Bevin and father Channing, accusing Bevin of stealing her position as General and killing their mother, but her father sides with Bevin, threatening to disown her if she doesn't admit her 'mistakes'.Will Vianna be able to prove her innocence before her father disowns her in the ancestral hall?

The Emperor discovers Vianna Shea's true identity as General Sirius and decides to protect her, while the Shea family prepares to judge her in the ancestral hall.Will the Emperor's intervention save Vianna from her family's wrath?

Vianna Shea confronts her family, revealing her true identity as General Sirius and accusing her brother of stealing her glory and framing her, only to be disowned by her father in a dramatic ancestral hall scene.Will Vianna find a way to reclaim her honor and avenge her mother after being cast out by her own family?

Vianna Shea is disowned by her family after refusing to admit her supposed mistakes and harming her brother, culminating in a dramatic severance ceremony where her father delivers three symbolic palm strikes to cut all ties.Will Vianna's defiance lead to her downfall, or is there a hidden truth behind her actions that could change everything?

During the Shea family's ancestral temple gathering, Vianna faces a life-or-death ultimatum as her family is pressured to choose between her execution and their own survival under accusations of treason.Who steps in to prevent Vianna's death, and what consequences will this defiance bring to the Shea family?

Vianna Shea, once a revered general, kneels before the Emperor as her brother accuses her of treason for disguising as a man and tarnishing the family honor, but the Emperor sees through the deceit and defends her loyalty.Will the Emperor's protection be enough to save Vianna from her brother's scheming?

The Emperor confronts Bevin Shea about his false claim to be General Sirius, revealing Vianna Shea's true identity through a portrait and testimonies, leading to a dramatic showdown.Will Bevin finally admit to his deceit, or will he continue to deny the truth in front of the Emperor?

Vianna Shea's brother, General Bevin Shea, is accused of disguising as General Sirius and faces severe punishment, while Vianna's father pleads for his life, revealing deep familial conflict and political intrigue.Will Vianna reveal her true identity to save her brother and clear her name, or will family honor force her to remain silent?

Vianna Shea and Aeros Nix are falsely accused of treason by Bevin Shea, who stole Vianna's military glory, leading to their sentencing to execution, while their father remains silent, unable to discern the truth.Will Vianna's true identity and sacrifice be revealed before the execution?

Vianna Shea, once a revered general, finds herself betrayed by her brother Bevin and her family, the Reeds, who frame her for crimes she didn't commit. Despite her father's initial affection, he seems powerless against the family's machinations. The Emperor, aware of the Reeds' growing influence, refuses to let Vianna die unjustly and plans to bring in border troops to judge her case.Will the border troops from Hydra Pass uncover the truth behind Vianna's betrayal, or will the Reeds' influence prevail?

Vianna Shea's true identity as a woman is exposed by the Emperor, shocking her troops and raising questions about their loyalty and next steps.Will Vianna's troops defy the Emperor and come to her rescue, or will they turn their backs on their once-revered General?

Vianna Shea's loyal troops, angered by Orion Zane's betrayal, devise a plan to rescue their revered General Sirius from execution, reflecting on her heroic past and their unwavering loyalty.Will Vianna Shea's loyal troops succeed in their daring rescue mission before it's too late?

Marshal discovers the truth about Vianna being the real General Sirius and organizes a daring jailbreak to save her from execution, while Bevin Shea taunts Vianna before her planned execution.Will Marshal and his loyal troops succeed in rescuing Vianna before it's too late?

After years of disbelief, Vianna's father finally realizes his daughter's sacrifices and stands against the Empress Dowager to protect her, risking his title and the family's safety.Will Vianna's father succeed in protecting her from the Empress Dowager's wrath, or will their entire family face execution for defiance?

Lord Shea is accused of deceiving the Emperor after attempting to save his daughter Vianna from execution, while Bevin Shea claims to be General Sirius with Orion Zane's support, leading to a tense courtroom confrontation.Will Orion Zane reveal the truth about Bevin's deception and Vianna's true identity in court?

General Zane faces a dire choice between revealing the truth to protect his family or upholding his loyalty to the Legio Borealis, while Orion Zane's shocking betrayal and false accusations against General Shea come to light in court.Will General Zane's silence lead to his family's downfall, or will the summoned witnesses expose Orion's treachery?

The truth about Vianna Shea's identity as General Sirius is revealed in court, leading to a dramatic confrontation and a shocking decision by the Empress Dowager.Will Vianna Shea's true identity as General Sirius finally be acknowledged, or will the Reed family's influence prevail?

Vianna Shea's loyalty and heroism are questioned in court, leading to a heated debate about her rightful title as General Sirius, culminating in a challenge for a mounted duel to prove her identity.Will Vianna Shea prove her worth in the duel and reclaim her title, or will the court's skepticism prevail?