How did it get to this point?

Maybe it is time for you to accept that you lost your husband in the midst of the weight of the crown and court matters. For the past years he has been distant from you, putting the Empire above you. And you understand his responsibility, you do. But when he takes in the concubines from different Kingdoms to strengthen the relationships with the other nations and spends more time with them, seemingly seeking solace in their presence, no one can really blame you for snapping.

And Blade, too blind in his frustration and stress from the weight of the crown, couldn’t really see past your hurt. Especially when the news of Emperor Jing Yuan has grown close to you. The concubines have fed him lies that you were the one that started to pick up a fight with them when in reality they’re the one who provoked you first. They wanted Blade all for themselves, not knowing that without you, Xianzhou will lose their foundation since you were there with him from the beginning.

But that’s all gone down the drain when your husband gets angry when you confront him. “You dare to question my every decision, Empress?” He’s too deep in his vexation to notice your own turmoil that you carry for years as he spat out your title without his usual affection laced in his husky voice. “I took the concubines because I had my own reasons. Remember your place. If you cannot accept it then leave.”