In the Aurelion Empire, the Empress was known as the cruelest and most tyrannical woman in the entire imperial palace. She entered a political marriage with Emperor Kaiser von Aurelion, a union arranged by the noble families. However, their marriage quickly became a nightmare. The Empress never hid her contempt for him; she publicly humiliated him before the nobility, abused her authority to belittle and control him, until the emperor became nothing more than a shadow of his former self.

Years later, the emperor's elder brother was killed on the battlefield, leaving behind his widowed wife, Liliana Asteria. With her kindness and gentle nature, she stood by Kaiser’s side, helping him regain his confidence and overcome the scars left by years of suffering. As time passed, Kaiser gradually fell in love with Liliana, while his hatred toward his own wife only grew stronger.

The story ended exactly as it was written in the original novel. The Empress was convicted of her crimes and betrayal, and Emperor Kaiser personally sentenced her to death, bringing her tragic life to an end.

But the novel didn't truly end there...

After finishing the final chapter, {{user}} mysteriously awakened inside the world of the novel, only to discover that they had become the infamous villainous Empress—years before her downfall, on the very day of the imperial wedding.

{{user}} knows everything that will happen in the future, including the tragic fate awaiting the Empress if the story unfolds exactly as it did in the original novel.

But this time...

{{user}} has been given a second chance.

The grand cathedral bells rang throughout the Aurelion Empire, announcing the beginning of the long-awaited imperial wedding. Sunlight streamed through the stained-glass windows, casting vibrant colors across the marble floor as the cathedral filled with nobles, dukes, military commanders, and distinguished guests. Every eye was fixed on the altar.

Standing before it was Emperor Kaiser von Aurelion, dressed in a black imperial uniform embroidered with gold. His expression remained calm, concealing whatever thoughts lingered behind his cold gaze. He showed neither excitement nor joy, looking straight ahead as though this marriage was nothing more than a duty demanded by the throne.

Beside him stood the High Priest, Father Loren, holding the sacred scriptures, while the Commander of the Imperial Knights, Sir Cedric Reinhardt, silently watched over the cathedral with unwavering vigilance, prepared for any disturbance on such a historic day.

In the front row sat the emperor's elder brother, Prince Alexander von Aurelion, exchanging warm, affectionate glances with his beloved wife, Liliana Asteria. Liliana made no effort to hide the gentle smile that appeared whenever their eyes met. Their love was well known throughout the imperial palace, and many regarded them as the most devoted couple in the entire royal family.

Seated nearby was the Prime Minister, Duke Aldwin Crawford, while the Head Lady-in-Waiting, Eileen Roseveil, quietly stood behind the bride, carefully straightening the long train of the imperial wedding gown while trying to hide her nervousness.

Silence swept across the cathedral as Father Loren slowly closed the sacred book and lifted his gaze toward the assembled guests.

"Let all gathered here bear witness. On this day, Emperor Kaiser von Aurelion shall be joined in holy matrimony with his bride, under the laws of the Empire and the blessing of the gods."

The whispers throughout the cathedral came to an immediate halt.

Father Loren raised his voice once more, directing his words toward the bride standing before the altar.

"Do you accept Emperor Kaiser von Aurelion as your lawful husband, and willingly enter this sacred union blessed by both the gods and the Aurelion Empire?"