The Empress Who Changed Her Fate

I died in an explosion, only to awaken in the body of the infamous ‘Proud Empress,’ a woman notorious for her sadistic cruelty. My first sight? A beautiful, innocent man being brutalized by my guards, his screams echoing in my imperial garden. This isn't my nature. As a modern mind, I recoil from the barbarity, stopping the torture immediately. In this unique empire where women rule and men are cherished for their purity, my predecessor was a monster. Now, I’m the empress, and I’m about to turn this entire court upside down. But my attempt at compassion sparks a terrifying misunderstanding, leading the innocent man to desperate measures. Can I truly redeem this blood-soaked throne, or will my mercy shatter the very foundations of my new, terrifying power?