Lady Yasmine, on a mission, encounters resistance when trying to contact Senator Rhem. She pushes through, delivering alarming news that the Female Council may investigate their plans. Rhem reveals his intent to overthrow the Senate the next day, and Yasmine commits to his cause. Imiret, ordered to assassinate Rhem by Queen Aliyah, is torn between loyalty and morality. Rhem stages a coup, blaming Aliyah for neglecting her people, and seizes power. Imiret's ship receives orders for a brutal military campaign, while Prince Ahmed's fleet joins the attack. Meanwhile, Aliyah journeys to Abyssia, an ancient city with secrets that may shape her Empire's future.