Synopsis

The chapter depicts the Empress being whisked away to a lavish hunting expedition organized by Baron Schetta after a restless night. She's bombarded with overly luxurious accommodations and obsequious nobles, all while she feels they are trying to use her for their own purposes and schemes. The Empress, despite her outward appearance of royalty, inwardly is aware of the nobles' alliances and manipulation, while wanting to execute her own plans.