Throne Tempest: Her Path to Power

• Bitter Love
• Destiny

• Ep. 1
  Freya, now a maid to King Michael, is treated poorly by him due to his belief that she betrayed him. The king's advisors discuss Freya's situation, mentioning her past and her inability to bear children. They talk about the upcoming Wind Flying Ceremony, which will bring an end to Freya's "good days." Meanwhile, other characters, including Zhang Zi Lei and Zhao, are introduced, discussing their own matters and seemingly unrelated to Freya's immediate plight. The king appears to be defending someone, but it's unclear who or why. A mention of waiting four years to leave the palace and search for a banished loved one hints at a deeper storyline involving Freya or another character. The scene ends with the king being asked if he has punished enough, suggesting that his treatment of Freya may be under scrutiny.
• Ep. 2
  The king has given lavish gifts to his new consorts, and the palace is filled with excitement. However, Freya can't help but feel a pang of jealousy, knowing she has no right to intervene. She warns someone not to offend the king, advising them to behave and meet with him. Meanwhile, the king is indulging in festivities, unaware of the underlying tensions. Freya's emotions are complex, as she navigates her role as the king's maid, hiding her true feelings about her past and her forced marriage to Charles Wilde. The scene is filled with intrigue, as characters maneuver for power and survival in the royal court.
• Ep. 3
  Freya serves King Michael, who mistreats her daily. The king asks if she can cure his illness, and Freya responds that she can. However, their conversation is interrupted by others. Meanwhile, Freya reflects on her past with Charles Wilde and her current situation with the king. She seems to be hiding secrets and struggling with her emotions. The scene cuts to a discussion about someone's behavior changing after being recognized by the royal family, and Freya's aunt warns her about something. The episode ends with a sense of urgency and concern.
• Ep. 4
  Freya, now a maid, encounters the king's consort, Xiao Fei. Xiao Fei scolds Freya for not showing respect and reminds her of her lowly status. Freya stands up for herself, mentioning that she is still a personal attendant to the king and represents his dignity. The conversation turns tense as Xiao Fei brings up Freya's past engagement to Michael and her subsequent marriage to Charles. Freya retaliates, stating that even though she was married against her will, the king still relies on her. Xiao Fei becomes enraged and orders her guards to beat Freya. Just as the situation escalates, a voice intervenes, revealing a complex web of power dynamics within the palace.
• Ep. 5
  In the palace, a maid curtsies to Xiao Fei, but is met with anger. The king intervenes, asking why the maid has offended Xiao Fei. The maid explains that she simply showed respect with a curtsy, but Xiao Fei took offense. The king scolds the maid, saying it's no big deal if she kneels, and tells her to do so. The scene reveals the power dynamics at play in the palace, with the king holding authority over his servants and Xiao Fei exerting her influence as a member of the royal court. The maid's actions are scrutinized, and she is forced to kneel, highlighting the strict social hierarchy within the palace walls.

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