Zeynep, a teacher at the Beyoğlu family school, saves Onur, the family heir, from an assassination attempt, leading to unexpected events. Despite Onur's reluctance, they marry. However, Zeynep holds undisclosed secrets about Onur's family. In a house bound by past pains, their love faces challenges, turning their home into a gilded cage.

The Last Empress ran for 1 season. No new episodes are scheduled.