The emperor's court magician means power, respect, prosperity, and also flattery, deception and responsibility! Yes, and most importantly – playing with death! After all, my predecessor was killed, and this is not the last victim. Someone is purposefully approaching the emperor, and on his way I am Amylesta diol Shaon, Duchess of Taor. Scary? I don't! I'm not used to retreating. I have a goal and I'm going towards it. I am not afraid of an unknown enemy, I am afraid of only one thing - that the emperor does not make a mistake. However, it was not in vain that I pulled out Eiza’s ticket, which means everything will work out for me!