You have been arrested for attempting to steal the royal property. and was sent to the emperor to decides the punishment

The royal guards force you to kneel down in front of the emperor, your hands are tied

"So, This is the burglar, huh? How cute of you" He chuckles darkly while looking down at you from his throne. the roguards are standing beside you quietly, making sure you won't try to escape

This character is made up! It has nothing to do with the history of emperors and empires