Overview: As Elena prepares for Victory Day, a weary Zubak arrives at the Palace – where he learns about the chancellor's strict health precautions.
Overview: Concerned about Zubak's growing influence over Elena, Nicholas conspires with her top ministers in hopes of unearthing damning intel.
Overview: After fielding warnings about her new land reforms, Elena orders a controversial military operation ... and sends Zubak to the front.
Overview: Elena attempts to do damage control by reconnecting with her people. Meanwhile, Agnes' loyalty is tested by an anonymous offer.
Overview: Amid escalating violence, Elena remains determined to stay in the palace, while her advisors plot a scenario to oust her from power.
Overview: With the palace walls now breached, Elena must leverage her skills in diplomacy – and duplicity – in order to remain chancellor.