Rachel and Emperor Elias share a bold and unexpected kiss, leading to a charged confrontation where Rachel challenges the Emperor's authority and traditional expectations, sparking undeniable chemistry between them.Will Elias's royal duties stand in the way of their growing connection, or will Rachel's modern defiance break through his cold exterior?

Rachel, still adjusting to her sudden life in the palace, is taken aback when Emperor Elias promotes her to noble consort and showers her with lavish gifts and a heartfelt letter expressing his delight in her, revealing his growing affection despite her initial resistance.Will Rachel finally accept Elias's feelings, or will her modern sensibilities continue to clash with the royal expectations?

Rachel, a modern and independent woman, debates with herself about her feelings for Emperor Elias, rejecting the idea of being swayed by his wealth and charm despite his apparent interest in her. She resolves not to be tied down by one man, even if he is the Emperor, and plans to escape. However, her resolve is tested when Elias unexpectedly appears.Will Rachel's determination to stay independent hold when faced with Elias's direct approach?

Rachel, having impulsively expressed her desire to leave the palace, finds herself facing Emperor Elias's unexpected and humorous attempts to win her back, revealing his vulnerability and growing affection for her.Will Rachel succumb to the Emperor's charming yet desperate appeal, or will she follow through with her plan to leave the palace?

Emperor Elias shares a meal with Rachel, experiencing an unexpected feeling of warmth and home within the palace walls, a rare moment that touches him deeply.Will Emperor Elias continue to open his heart to Rachel, or will the pressures of the palace push them apart?

Rachel, the modern woman trapped in the palace, questions the oversized bowls at the royal table, revealing the Emperor's unexpected casual side as he breaks protocol to dine equally with everyone, including a mysterious kid's bellyband hinting at deeper palace secrets.What is the story behind the mysterious kid's bellyband found in the palace?

Rachel's pregnancy is revealed as the reason behind her desire to leave the palace, surprising Elias who declares his love for her over royal duties. Meanwhile, enemies plot against Rachel, discovering a mysterious child in her palace.Who is the mysterious child in Rachel's palace, and how will it affect her already precarious position?

A shocking revelation unfolds as it's discovered that Rachel Hartley has a child hidden in the forsaken court, sparking a dangerous plot to use the child against her.Will Rachel be able to protect her child from the sinister plans unfolding around them?

Rachel is confronted by Liliana about hiding an illegitimate child in the Imperial Palace, leading to a heated argument and a threat of arrest by Liliana's guards.Will Rachel be able to protect herself and Cici from Liliana's wrath?

Rachel confronts Lady Liliana, who has poisoned her with knockout drops in an attempt to frame her for infidelity and discredit her unborn child as illegitimate. A desperate struggle ensues as Liliana's plot threatens Rachel and her baby, leading to a dramatic plea for the Emperor's intervention.Will Emperor Elias arrive in time to save Rachel and their unborn child from Liliana's vicious scheme?

Rachel, the modern woman trapped in the emperor's palace, outsmarts the sinister May by turning the tables on her with poisoned cakes, revealing May's treachery just as Emperor Elias arrives to uncover the truth about the hidden child.Will Emperor Elias believe Rachel's claims and uncover May's deceit, or will the cunning maid manage to twist the situation in her favor?

Rachel's secret pregnancy is exposed when a baby is discovered in the palace, leading to accusations of deception and treason. The Emperor, torn between his feelings for Rachel and his duty, must decide her fate.Will the Emperor stand by Rachel or succumb to the pressure to punish her?

Rachel is shocked when Emperor Elias lets her go, feeling like it's a dream, but the real drama unfolds as Liliana's deceit is exposed. Elias confronts Liliana about her past actions, including drugging him and framing Rachel, and when Liliana attempts to harm the prince, Elias orders her execution. General Richard pleads for his daughter's life, leading to a tense confrontation.Will Rachel intervene to save Liliana, or will Elias's wrath prevail?

Emperor Elias faces a dilemma when General Richard offers to relinquish his military command to save his daughter, Liliana, from execution. Despite Liliana's pleas and professed love for Elias, he decides to spare her life but strips her of noble status and confines her to a side hall. Meanwhile, Elias honors Rachel by naming their son Celia Wynthorpe and promoting Rachel to Noble Consort, granting her residence in Phoenix Hall.Will Rachel's new status as Noble Consort bring her closer to Elias or stir more palace intrigue?

Emperor Elias surprises Rachel by preparing a grand ceremony to officially announce her as Empress and celebrate their daughter Celia's hundred-day banquet, despite Rachel's hesitation and disbelief.Will Rachel accept the Emperor's proposal and embrace her new role as Empress?

Rachel struggles with her feelings for Emperor Elias while plotting to escape her empress duties, unaware of the brewing conspiracy against her by those threatened by her rise to power.Will Rachel's attempt to flee the palace succeed, or will the Emperor's growing affection and the enemies she's made keep her trapped in the royal court?

Emperor Elias embraces his role as a father while Rachel enjoys their domestic bliss, but their peace is shattered when ministers claim a plague in the capital is caused by a bad omen linked to Rachel's residence in the palace, setting up a conflict between superstition and their growing love.Will Elias choose his love for Rachel over the ancient superstitions threatening to tear them apart?

Rachel Hartley, the modern woman trapped in the palace, is accused by court officials of being a demon consort responsible for a plague in the capital. The officials demand her sacrifice to appease the heavens, but Rachel remains defiant, recognizing the disease as tuberculosis and refusing to be a scapegoat.Will Rachel's modern knowledge be enough to save her from the deadly superstitions of the ancient court?

Rachel presents her special 'Five Essence Soup' to Emperor Elias, claiming its miraculous healing powers, which deeply moves the usually cold emperor as he realizes no one has ever cared for him like this before.Will Rachel's unconventional methods continue to break through the emperor's icy exterior?

Noble Consort Hartley's herbal soup is praised for curing the epidemic, overshadowing the Emperor's original plans and sparking jealousy and a new scheme from a rival consort.What sinister plan will the jealous consort devise to overshadow Noble Consort Hartley's rising popularity?