The Emperor's Fake Queen

Coerced by Matron Cassia, I replace Queen Willow Sutton, knowing any mistake means death. On the wedding night, Emperor Kael Shaw notices I lack Willow Sutton's medicinal scent. He puts a dagger to my throat, seeing my disguise. I bluff my way out, claiming the Empress Dowager changed my medicine. The next day, the Empress Dowager sends Matron Cassia with an Infertility Brew. I pretend to drink it, spitting it out, struggling to survive as a substitute.