Iron Maiden, Gilded Traitor

Vianna Shea, despite her severe injuries and ruined meridians, is forced into an archery competition by the Chancellor to prove her identity as General Sirius, with the fate of her family hanging in the balance. Meanwhile, her adversaries plot her demise with a poisoned weapon and backup plans, setting the stage for a deadly confrontation.Will Vianna Shea survive the treacherous archery challenge and expose the conspiracy against her?

Vianna Shea competes in a high-stakes archery duel to reclaim her title as General and avenge her mother's death, but faces treachery from her opponents.Will Vianna survive the deadly duel and expose the cheaters behind her mother's murder?

Vianna Shea's victory in the competition is overshadowed by her brother Bevin's treachery, as he uses a real arrowhead to harm her, leading to an assassination attempt on her life.Will Vianna uncover the truth behind her brother's betrayal and survive the assassination attempt?

Vianna's life is in danger as an assassin sent by the Reed family strikes, leading to a shocking revelation of a planned rebellion orchestrated by her own brother, Bevin Shea, who demands her death in exchange for power.Will Vianna survive her brother's treacherous plot, or will the Reed family's rebellion succeed in overthrowing the Emperor?

The Empress Dowager confronts the Rong family's leader, uncovering their treasonous plot to seize power, including collusion with the enemy seven years ago and their failed attempts to assassinate her.Will the Empress Dowager be able to stop the Rong family's ruthless ambitions before it's too late?

Vianna confronts Lily Reed about her mother's murder and learns her father was also poisoned, with the Imperial Guards suddenly surrounding them.Will Vianna and her father escape the Imperial Guards' siege?

Chancellor Rong proposes an archery contest with General Shea, sparking suspicions of a deeper plot to undermine the Emperor's power, leading to a tense confrontation and a desperate stand to protect the throne.Will Vianna Shea's loyalty be enough to thwart the Rong family's schemes and save the Emperor?

In a shocking turn of events, Draco Novus confronts the Empress Dowager about her past atrocities, revealing his long-hidden knowledge of her crimes against the late emperor's lineage. Meanwhile, Vianna Shea faces her stepmother, Lily Reed, holding her accountable for her mother's death as the Rong family's downfall is sealed with a decree for their extermination.Will Vianna Shea's quest for justice lead her to uncover even deeper secrets within the imperial court?

Vianna confronts her brother Bevin about stealing her position as General and poisoning their father, revealing his manipulation by their uncle, while their father decides their fate.Will Vianna's father show mercy to his treacherous son, or will justice prevail for the crimes committed against the family?

Vianna Shea, having saved the Emperor's life, is granted the title of Grand Marshal and uses her newfound influence to advocate for gender equality, leading to a historic decree allowing women to take imperial exams and join the army.With Vianna now holding immense power and the Emperor's trust, how will her brother react to her rising influence and the changes she's bringing to the realm?