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The first half of this story focused more on MC's journey to take revenge on the people who wronged her in the past while another half was about MC and ML's journey to conquer the world.In the beginning of the story, MC didn't suddenly become adept at scheming after her rebirth. Her attempt to take revenge even felt clumsy at first but she gradually got better after consulting with ML and her aides. Later, she could make her own judgment without other's influence but she still diligently listened to her aide's suggestion for additional insight.ML was very devoted to MC. He always supported ber unconditionally and didn't try to influence her decision. He let her do what she wanted and he would hold the sky for her.Their relationship also progressed naturally. They came from being a not-related-by- blood relative to lover who loved each other deeply. There was no misunderstanding between them even when ML deliberately tried to push MC away.Spoiler
He was poisoned and it's unknown whether he could survive or not so he didn't want to give her any hope. MC didn't understand at first but after she knew his condition, she tried to accommodate his feeling and concern. She still unwaveringly chose to be with him though but she gave him time to accept her wholeheartedly against all odds.
[collapse]I also love the ending.SpoilerML knew that MC was very capable on her own so he didn't try to undermine her by giving her a mere empress title. They decided to be co-ruler and both of them could participate in the court.
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