who murdered my empress

In the wake of her marriage to Bart Snow, Nicole Hill gave birth to three daughters. But as the girls were still young, the Snow Group teetered on the brink of collapse. To stave off disaster, Nicole stepped in to steady the ship, a mission that would consume most of her time in the following two decades. Throughout their formative years, the cunning maid, Hilda, manipulated the narrative, instilling in the daughters a belief that Nicole was a heartless mother. As Nicole anticipated her return to domestic bliss and retirement, Hilda hatched a plot to eliminate her and seize her place. When Bart and the daughters walked in on the attempted crime, Hilda's persuasive deceit turned the tide of suspicion against Nicole, making her the accused rather than the victim. Amidst her desolation, Nicole drew her last breath, her final moments marred by the sight of her daughters rallying around Hilda, who showed no respect for the deceased. In her final moments, Nicole vowed that if fate granted her another chance, she would exact a heavy toll from those who had wronged her.

In their previous lives, the empress and the consort spent their whole lives locked in a bitter rivalry. It wasn't until their deaths that they uncovered the truth—they had both been pawns in the emperor's game. Their children were used to turn them against each other, and their families had all perished at the emperor's hands. Reborn, the empress returns to the very day the emperor falsely accused her of causing the consort's miscarriage. This time, she does everything she can to protect her former enemy. But before she can offer an explanation, she discovers that the consort has been reborn as well. Once they confirm their shared secret, the two women turn from rivals to allies, determined to take down the unfaithful emperor together. In their previous lives, the emperor's power was still shaky at this point, and he relied heavily on the political influence of both women's families. This time, the empress uses his greed against him and brings him to his own downfall. At the story's close, the consort embraces a life of peace while the empress ascends the throne with grace. For once, the women of the imperial harem live peacefully, free of rivalry. Who says a woman can't wear the crown?

While working part-time as a delivery girl, Trudy accidentally stumbled upon her boyfriend and her sister registering for marriage. Heartbroken, she rushed into a flash marriage with Henry, an Ubor driver. Henry agreed to marry Trudy to appease his mother's pressure for him to settle down, but he had been holding onto a promise he made five years ago to the girl who saved his life. In their marriage, Henry hid his true identity, but as they spent time together, he gradually became attracted to Trudy and realized his feelings for her. At the same time, under Henry's care, Trudy's heart began to open up to him, and she unexpectedly found herself falling for him. Just as Trudy worked hard to earn money and nurture their marriage, she discovered a shocking secret: this handsome Ubor driver was actually a billionaire CEO! Even more astonishing, Trudy was the girl from five years ago!

Kimber Klein, a janitor, goes to pick up her child as usual, but she's humiliated by her former classmate, Lara Spencer. On her way home, a convoy of luxury cars passes by, and she learns that her father, who abandoned her and her mother, is now the richest man in the country. Kimber doesn't believe it. Her father, Ronan Klein, hands her a black card and leaves. Kimber takes her child to a high-end restaurant, only to be humiliated again by Lara. When she tries to use the black card, it gets declined, and Lara mocks her and demands she lick her shoes. For her child's sake, Kimber complies. Just then, Ronan's men arrive and turn the situation around. Kimber finally realizes she is truly the daughter of a billionaire, kicking off her journey of revenge and reclaiming her rightful place.

Shelley Radcliffe is framed by her stepmother and runs away in anger, where she encounters Heron Fenwick, who is being kidnapped. In an effort to help Heron retrieve his amulet, Shelley loses the use of her hand for playing the piano and the cello. However, Heron mistakenly identifies Elysia Radcliffe as Shelley. Five years later, when Heron returns to the country, he pursues Elysia wholeheartedly, only to once again find himself in a series of misunderstandings…

On the fourth anniversary of their marriage, Jodie Glenn holds a press conference to declare her runaway husband, Aidan Langley, officially dead after his four-year disappearance. To her shock, Aidan appears arm in arm with a C-List celebrity at the event. Jodie's best friend introduces her brother, Ramon Gardner - a man who has secretly loved Jodie for years and even endured a disfiguring accident to save her life, ultimately undergoing a face-changing surgery. After divorcing Aidan, Jodie swiftly begins a "baby project" with Ramon. However, Aidan refuses to let go, complicating matters further. As misunderstandings and crises ensue, hidden truths finally come to light. In the end, Jodie and Ramon find their way to true happiness while Aidan faces the punishment he rightfully deserves.

As the only daughter of the Merrick family, Kirsty Merrick bears the responsibility of marrying into the prestigious Bartley family to lead the Merrick family to new heights, as carefully orchestrated by her mother Evanna Taylor. Kirsty successfully secures a betrothal with Morgan Bartley, the playboy son of the Bartley family's second heir. Unknown to Kirsty, Morgan has been secretly involved with Jess Merrick, Kirsty's only friend who grew up with her in an orphanage. Years later, when brought back to the Merrick family, the kindhearted Kirsty could not bear to abandon Jess, and thus pleaded with her parents to take Jess in as well. Now, Jess has begun an affair with Kirsty's fiance Morgan. To get back at Morgan, Kirsty designs a plan to seduce and intoxicate Nicolai Bartley, the young CEO of the Bartley Group, leading to the start of a dangerous "underground affair."

On the engagement day, Jaydin Collier called off the ceremony to celebrate the birthday of his "female friend". Vivian Buck, who had loved Jaydin for seven years, was heartbroken. She left resolutely. Jaydin thought she was just throwing a tantrum. But when he learned she'd legally married someone else, the always-arrogant Jaydin lost his cool. Vivian was born with a jinx-like curse ability, forbidden from using it on those she loved and has fallen in love with. While chasing Jaydin, the power lay dormant, but returned after their breakup. Now, her words were deadly.

Jennifer was originally a wealthy young lady who mistakenly thought Eldridge had helped her and fell in love with him. She concealed her identity, silently supporting the poor Eldridge. However, just as Eldridge was about to achieve success, he abandoned Jennifer to marry a wealthy young lady in order to advance his career. Eldridge and his family treated Jennifer as a thorn in their side, insulting and defaming her in front of numerous dignitaries. Once Jennifer understood the truth, she revealed her identity as the daughter of the richest man, humiliating Eldridge back. Eldridge and his despicable family regretted their actions and tried to appease her, but it was too late. Jennifer loudly proclaimed to the world that Eldridge was unworthy of her. At the same time, Herschel, the man who was engaged to Jennifer in their childhood, found her and spared no effort to seek revenge on her behalf, fulfilling his wish and eventually winning her heart.

Under his disguise as an ordinary odd-job worker, Hugh Lane suffered unending humiliation and witnessed the good, the bad and the ugly of mankind. Now that he had been restored to his former formidable identity, he vowed to make everyone who once humiliated him grovel at his feet!

Five years ago, Charlotte Shaw, under the provocation of Eve Smith, had no choice but to break up with Yale Ball who was down and out by then. Soon after this break-up, Charlotte lost her memory and gave birth to her child with Yale later. Five years later, Yale returned to his motherland as the No. 1 rich person nationwide. Fate also brought him to Charlotte who was at the lowest point of her life. Somehow, their destines tangled together and composited a music full of twists and turns.

Six years ago, war god Jake Steel was betrayed by his subordinate Jacob Yeager and left critically wounded. On a stormy night, he rescued Jane Morgan, who had been drugged, and their fates became intertwined. Six years later, Jake goes on a blind date and unexpectedly saves Lailah Morgan and Olivia, Jane's foster daughter and biological daughter, subsequently being appointed by Lailah as Jane's husband. Jane is now in a vegetative state, and Jake uses his medical skills to awaken her, becoming entangled in the Morgan family's conflicts. Morgan Group faces multiple crises, with Zane Hughes harboring ulterior motives. Jake collaborates with business tycoon Ryan Simpson to expose his schemes. Jacob and Yohan Waldorf's conspiracy is ultimately revealed, and Jake defeats them, elevating his relationship with Jane. The family lives happily, with Lydia Green, head of the Windsong Society, joining them and opening a new chapter.

The Todd family and the Snyder family had a marriage pact, but Carver had no fondness for the spoiled and arrogant adopted daughter of the Todd family and was unwilling to marry her. In order to accomplish the alliance and inherit the family fortune, Carver racked his brain and accidentally discovered Shirley on the street, who bore a striking resemblance to the late master of the Todd family. Shirley was thus drawn into this turmoil and became the target of the watchful eyes of the numerous relatives. Later, an astonishing secret was revealed. Shirley was truly the long-lost granddaughter of the Todd family's master. Relying on her own efforts and wisdom, Shirley not only successfully foiled the relatives' schemes, but also won Carver's genuine affection. In the end, Shirley achieved success in both love and career and reaped the happiness she deserved.

The rural-born college student Cynthia inadvertently helped Cyril's grandmother, who had been deceived, but Cyril mistakenly believed she was a scam artist. However, to fulfill his seriously ill grandmother's wish, Cyril and Cynthia hastily got married. While Cyril was at a club with friends, he encountered Cynthia, who was working there to earn money. Due to a series of misunderstandings, Cyril became more convinced that Cynthia was someone who would sell herself for money. In a fit of anger, he prepared to leave, but when he saw Cynthia being harassed by a customer, he couldn't bear it and stepped in to defend her. Cyril's friends threw a party to celebrate his marriage and specifically invited Cynthia to serve in the private room, nearly exposing Cyril's true identity. After the party, the club manager, trying to please Cyril, drugged Cynthia and sent her to Cyril's room. Cyril mistakenly thought Cynthia was selling herself for money and instructed his secretary to draft a divorce agreement. Once the misunderstandings were clarified, their relationship began to deepen.

Frank had been adopted by his foster parents who doted on him dearly. But everything changed the day his foster parents officially recognized Timothy, their biological son. No matter how earnestly Frank explained, his adoptive father chose to believe the newly acknowledged heir over the son he'd raised for over twenty years. Frank had overlooked the bond of blood. On Timothy's birthday celebration, Frank died in a car crash. In his final moments, Frank realized the entire tragedy had been orchestrated by Timothy. Consumed by regret and rage, his world plunged into darkness. When he opened his eyes again, he found himself back to the fateful day, his wife’s leap from the building.

Allison Thorne is born with extraordinary strength, a natural prodigy in martial arts. But in a world where women are forbidden from practicing such skills, she has no choice but to hide her talents. Life takes a dark turn when invaders from Elvar seize control of Skyveil and set their sights on the Thorne family. As the only one capable of facing the enemy's top fighter, Konrak, Allison steps forward to protect her loved ones. Under pressure, she agrees to cripple her own core at Konrak's command, believing it will save her family. But it's a cruel trick—her sacrifice leads to the massacre of the entire Thorne family. Left for dead, Allison is rescued by her master, who painstakingly rebuilds her shattered meridians. With her strength restored and her heart burning for justice, Allison returns to Skyveil, determined to seek revenge.

In her past life, Xamira was betrayed by her lover and his scheming mistress, enduring eight miscarriages orchestrated by their cruelty before dying in agony. Reborn with vengeance in her heart, she married Jotham Shadforth—the ruthless billionaire who ruled Solthar with an iron fist. To her surprise, he showered her with unwavering devotion, and their passionate union soon blessed them with a child. But as Xamira plotted to make her enemies pay, a dark truth threatened to unravel her new life. Would her second chance end in triumph or tragedy?

Irene Glenn, the sole heir of the Glenn Group, who faced mistreatment after marrying into the Jefferson family. Following her father's unexpected demise, Irene stepped in to inherit the business empire. Encountering the fiery and charismatic Rita, who beared a striking resemblance to her, things take a tumultuous turn. Rita, initially sent by the Jefferson family to harm Irene, ended up switching roles and saving her. As the plot unfolds, relationships evolve, unveiling hidden truths and culminating in a triumphant resolution for all involved.