Six years ago, Therese was framed by her stepmother. After being rescued by a mysterious man and spending a night with him, she left behind only a crystal slipper. Unmarried, she gave birth to twins and endured years of abuse. Six years later, Emperor Franz searches for the woman from that night using the crystal slipper. Covered in mud, Therese steps forward to try it on—it fits. Her stepsister screams, “She’s had bastard twins!” The Queen Dowager is furious, and the crowd instantly turns on her. Clutching her children, Therese begs for mercy—until Franz pulls her into his arms. “I’ve been looking for you for six years…” The Queen Dowager stares at the “bastard twins”, stunned: they look exactly like Franz...
