Martin presents the Empress with a homemade soap infused with flower extracts, impressing her with his innovative creation and further intriguing her with his unexpected talents.What other modern innovations will Martin introduce to captivate the Empress?

Martin proposes the formation of the Shade Guard to combat the corrupt influence of the Lotus Society, and the Empress agrees to publicly announce its establishment, signaling a new era of vigilant oversight over the officials.Will the Shade Guard succeed in dismantling the Lotus Society's grip on the capital?

The Empress establishes the Shade Guard, a new agency directly under her control, to monitor the realm, apprehend criminals, and gather intelligence, appointing Martin as its commander despite noble opposition.Will Martin's new authority as Shade Guard Commander lead to further conflict with the nobility?

Martin cleverly exposes Sir George's wife's affair with their butler through a provocative painting, leading to public humiliation and a chaotic fire at Sir George's manor, all while maintaining his own cunning facade.Will Sir George seek revenge against Martin for the public scandal and the fire?

Martin and his allies discuss the establishment of the Shade Guard and its impact on the officials, particularly targeting Minister Michael for his past failures and suspected crimes. They are collecting evidence to bring him down, marking a turning point in their struggle against corruption.Will Martin succeed in bringing down Minister Michael and uncovering the truth behind the past crimes?

Martin Eden is celebrated by his family as a great talent, but past humiliations are not forgotten. Meanwhile, Princess Jade invites him for tea under the guise of discussing state affairs, revealing her true intentions regarding trade and cement negotiations with Grandora.Will Martin agree to Princess Jade's terms, or does he have his own plans for the cement trade?

Martin negotiates with the princess for elite warhorses in exchange for settling a debt, but his true aim is to obtain incriminating letters proving Minister Michael's collusion with rebels.Will the princess betray her ally and provide Martin with the evidence he needs?

Martin and his team gather incriminating evidence against the corrupt Minister of Revenue and the former Chancellor, exposing their embezzlement and bribery schemes. Meanwhile, Violet confronts Martin about his secret visit to a brothel, leading to a heated argument fueled by jealousy and misunderstandings.Will Martin's bold move against the corrupt officials succeed, or will Violet's anger jeopardize his plans?

The Shade Guards assert their official duties, but face resistance from a defiant individual who claims trespassing is a capital crime without proper warrants. The confrontation escalates as both sides threaten dire consequences, culminating in a tense standoff.Will the Shade Guards succeed in their mission, or will the defiant lord's threats prove true?

Martin arrests a corrupt official who protests his innocence, while Mari reveals her feelings for Martin to the Empress, complicating the romantic dynamics at court.Will the Empress approve of Mari's feelings for Martin, or will her own emotions complicate matters further?