Mascherata di vendetta

• Counterattack
• Revenge

• Ep. 1
  Eden Smith, now disguised as Eve Stone, prepares to enter the palace as a concubine, her heart filled with vengeance against Cora Lane, the woman who destroyed her family. As she wakes, her maid reminds her that today is the day she will enter the palace, urging her to dress elegantly to catch the emperor's eye. Meanwhile, in the palace, other concubines gossip about Eve's arrival, mocking her humble appearance and questioning her worthiness to be in the palace. Despite the ridicule, Eve remains composed, choosing simplicity over extravagance. Her maid worries that her plain attire will hinder her chances of being chosen by the emperor. As the emperor and empress arrive, the tension rises, and Eve steels herself for the challenges ahead, determined to fulfill her mission of revenge.
• Ep. 2
  The emperor and the royal court are conducting a selection of young noblewomen to join the palace. The first candidate, Fan Shan, is dismissed by the emperor for her ostentatious appearance, which he finds distasteful. The second, Lian Qu, is accepted after the empress dowager and the emperor's consort, Rong Fei, note her resemblance to Rong Fei in her youth. The third candidate, Xue Wanting, is praised for her elegance and intellect, earning her a place in the palace. The selection continues as the court evaluates each young woman, with the emperor and empress dowager making swift decisions based on their preferences and the candidates' backgrounds. The atmosphere is tense, with each candidate hoping to secure a position in the palace.
• Ep. 3
  Eve Stone, disguised as General Stone's daughter, enters the palace as a concubine to seek revenge on Cora Lane. During her audience with the Emperor and Empress Dowager, Eve presents herself humbly, claiming she avoids extravagance to ease her father's burden. The Emperor, intrigued by her simplicity, asks her to recite a poem. Eve chooses a simple verse, which amuses the Emperor and earns her a place in the palace. Later, Eve confides in her maid, revealing her strategy to win the Emperor's favor by emulating the late Mei Fei, a beloved concubine who once captured the Emperor's heart. Eve's adoptive father provides her with detailed records of Mei Fei's life, urging her to study them closely. Determined to avenge her family, Eve is willing to become a shadow of Mei Fei, using the Emperor's lingering affection for the deceased concubine to further her plan.
• Ep. 4
  Eden, now known as Eve Stone, enters the palace as a concubine, determined to avenge her family. She is guided to her new residence, where tensions rise among the concubines over who will occupy the main chamber, a symbol of status and favor. Eve, cautious and strategic, chooses the side chamber, avoiding unnecessary attention. Meanwhile, another concubine, emboldened by her perceived favor with the emperor, claims the main chamber, sparking jealousy and conflict. The power dynamics within the palace become evident when a concubine, Xue Wanting, is brutally punished by the influential Rong Fei, who cuts out her tongue for speaking out of turn. This act of cruelty goes unchallenged, highlighting Rong Fei's unchecked authority and the emperor's reluctance to confront her powerful family. Eve, posing as General Stone's daughter, navigates the treacherous palace politics with care. She deliberately aligns herself with the influential Lian family, despite the risks, knowing that gaining their trust is crucial to her plan. Her maid expresses concern, but Eve remains resolute, understanding that to achieve her revenge, she must first survive the dangerous game of power and betrayal within the palace walls.
• Ep. 5
  Eve Stone, disguised as a concubine, faces a new challenge as her rival, Lady Lian, manipulates the palace eunuchs to block her from gaining the emperor's favor. Eve's maid expresses frustration, but Eve remains calm, plotting to turn the tables on Lady Lian. Meanwhile, Lady Lian arrogantly claims Eve's courtyard, forcing her to move to the humble servants' quarters. Eve feigns submission, flattering Lady Lian's beauty and noble background, while subtly mocking her ambitions. Lady Lian boasts of her growing influence, believing she will soon dominate the palace. However, Eve's calculated humility hides her true intentions, as she prepares to strike back and reclaim her rightful place in the emperor's court.

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