General Astrid Sinclair returns to Chasel Grayson after three years, bringing a cure for his life. She discovers he has married Roxy Durant. Stripped of her title and honor, Astrid departs. Then Asher Bellamy, the new Emperor, confesses his secret love. Her rise as a powerful Empress begins. This transformation turns into a ruthless reckoning. None of her betrayers will survive the consequences of their actions.