Princess Victoria declares her intention to take the throne, fueled by hatred and a desire to control her fate, while tensions rise with High Augur Sebastian Graves and the unexpected arrival of Julian Reed hints at political maneuvering.Will Victoria's ambition lead to a confrontation with Julian Reed, or will she find an unexpected ally in her quest for power?

Princess Victoria's intimate portrait hints at hidden feelings, while an unwelcome visitor's bold advances lead to a deadly confrontation, revealing her ruthless side.Who is the mysterious figure in the Princess's portrait, and what consequences will her lethal response bring?

Princess Victoria discovers corpses in her chamber and later meets with Lord Reed to reject their arranged marriage, revealing her love for someone else. However, the situation escalates when Julian Reed is found drowned, and Victoria is accused of his murder, leading to her summons by the Emperor.Will Princess Victoria be able to prove her innocence amidst these shocking accusations?

Princess Victoria is accused of drowning her betrothed, Julian Reed, by a servant who claims she demanded absolute loyalty and obedience. Victoria vehemently denies the accusation, asserting her innocence and emotional connection to Julian, while Minister Reed seeks justice for his son's death, setting the stage for a tense confrontation.Will Victoria be able to clear her name, or will Minister Reed's accusations lead to her downfall?

Princess Victoria is accused of a crime based on flimsy evidence, leading to her palace confinement. She seeks solace with Sebastian Graves, revealing her distrust of the royal family and her emotional vulnerability.Will Victoria's confinement uncover the truth or push her further towards rebellion?

Princess Victoria is caught in a web of love and deceit as Sebastian Graves, the High Augur, shows signs of affection towards her despite his celibate vows. Meanwhile, political machinations unfold as Julian's death is blamed on Victoria, setting the stage for a power struggle within the empire.Will Victoria's love for Sebastian be her salvation or her downfall as the empire teeters on the brink of chaos?

Princess Victoria confronts Lord Reed about the murder of his son Julian, revealing his hidden motives tied to his late wife's wealth and status, while threatening to kill his remaining children if he doesn't confess his crimes publicly.Will Lord Reed confess his crimes, or will more of his children fall victim to Victoria's ruthless demands?

Princess Victoria's manipulative tactics come to light when she is caught secretly detaining an official's children, and her inappropriate relationship with High Augur Sebastian Graves is exposed, revealing her true nature and the lengths she will go to for power.Will Sebastian be able to stop Victoria before her actions lead to the empire's downfall?

Princess Victoria confronts Sebastian about his involvement with the Celestial Secretary's downfall, revealing her disdain for prophecies and her determination to seize the throne regardless of the consequences.Will Victoria's defiance of prophecy lead to her success or her downfall?

Victoria confronts her enemies as tensions rise over the succession to the Thandor Empire's throne, with Caleb's attempt to become Crown Prince being mysteriously rejected by the ancestors, hinting at deeper conspiracies.Will Victoria's ambitions be thwarted by the ancestors' rejection, or is there a darker force at play in the succession crisis?

Prince Caleb's claim to the throne is shattered as the High Augur's divination reveals the ancestors reject him due to his crippled state, leading to his violent outburst and ultimate execution, while Victoria steps forward as the chosen ruler.Will Victoria's ruthless ascent to power fulfill the prophecy of Thandor's destruction?

Princess Victoria confronts High Augur Sebastian, claiming her divine right to the throne and tempting him with her desires, while Sebastian resists her advances, upholding his duty to the empire.Will Sebastian succumb to Victoria's temptations or uphold his sacred vows?

Princess Victoria confronts High Augur Sebastian Graves, revealing her ambition to unite the six kingdoms and become the eternal emperor, while Sebastian condemns her arrogance and lack of virtue. Their heated debate escalates as Victoria challenges the prophecy's interpretation, claiming she embodies the Permanence, but Sebastian insists she is the baleful moon foretold to destroy the empire. The tension peaks when news of a plague reaching the capital forces Victoria to vow to prove her worth through actions that history will remember.Will Victoria's desperate actions to prove herself lead to salvation or further chaos for Thandor?

As a severe plague ravages the empire, Princess Victoria defies Sebastian's orders to stay away, insisting she is no longer the naive girl he once knew and proving her commitment to both him and the people of Thandor.Will Sebastian finally see Victoria as an equal, or will his protective instincts push her further towards rebellion?

Princess Victoria confronts local officials feasting during a deadly plague, revealing her stern leadership by demanding they contribute resources to help the suffering people.Will Princess Victoria's harsh punishment stir rebellion or respect among the officials?

Princess Victoria shows unexpected compassion by aiding plague victims, challenging High Augur Sebastian's perception of her, while moments of vulnerability between them hint at deeper, unresolved feelings.Will Sebastian's growing doubts about Victoria's nature lead him to reconsider his role in stopping her, or will duty prevail over desire?

Princess Victoria falls seriously ill with the plague, leading to a tense and emotional exchange with High Augur Sebastian, where she questions his loyalty and love. Meanwhile, a mysterious child offers a potential cure, setting the stage for a high-stakes wager between Victoria and Sebastian.Will Victoria's gamble with the mysterious cure succeed, or will her condition worsen, pushing Sebastian to make an impossible choice?

Princess Victoria negotiates with High Augur Sebastian Graves after he saves a child with his own blood, demanding his assistance in her quest for power in return, leading to a tense and intimate confrontation during her bath.Will Sebastian break his vows to help Victoria, or will his loyalty to Thandor's fate prevail?

Princess Victoria returns from successfully controlling the plague in Marshmire, earning the people's gratitude. She presents a register of corrupt officials to the Emperor, requesting their execution. Victoria then blackmails her brother Silas with an account book detailing his financial dealings, demanding control over the Military-Civil Offices in exchange for her silence.Will Silas comply with Victoria's demands, or will he find a way to outmaneuver her in their ruthless power struggle?

Princess Victoria's survival and political maneuvering after Marshmire shocks her sibling, while the High Augur's divination reveals a prophecy implicating Victoria as the 'baleful moon' destined to destroy the Thandor Empire, sparking tension and a late-night confrontation.Will Victoria's ambitions align with the prophecy's dark forecast, or can the High Augur alter fate?