137. Empress Theodora: Making Heaven on Earth
Empire
Legacy of a Powerful Figure
The death of a powerful woman has a major impact on the regime, but before she dies, she ensures her family's advancement by arranging advantageous marriages for her daughter and niece. These marriages connect her family to the imperial household, with her niece eventually becoming an Empress in her own right. This influential woman is revered after her death, leading to speculation about her potential sainthood.
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