What was it like for King Charles IV. the year 1363? By marrying Elizabeth, he took the wind out of the sails of only one of his opponents, there are still plenty of them. The royal couple are trying to find common ground. Elizabeth tries to get involved in political events and contribute to her husband, which does not mean that she always approves of his actions. Her hopes are set on the coronation, which she believes will make her superior to King Wenceslas, her stepson. Meanwhile, Karel is about to settle a final showdown with his son-in-law and at the same time enemy, Duke Rudolph of Habsburg, but things turn out a little differently than he expected. In addition to preparing for the emperor's coronation and the famous Roman ride, Charles must deal with the crusade and the dangers arising from it, he searches for his mother's legacy and his father's murderer. The battle at Crécy took place a little differently than Karel had thought for many years. In addition, he was noticeably affected by the loss of his most loyal friend and confidant, Arnošt of Pardubice. Can the Empress replace him? Can she transform from a stubborn girl into a strong personality by his side?