I feel sympathetic towards Rashta because she is a slave so she has limited means of getting a higher status and/or a better treatment in life. Also, it seems like she was likely abused and harmed before meeting the emperor. For a former slave she used whatever means at her disposal to get herself a better life and status. Of course, I don’t think what she has done to Her majesty is right nor do I condone cheating. However, she is just a concubine without family backing and whose status can easily fall to ruin with just a passing glance from the emperor whereas her majesty is likely more stable in her position and may even have her family’s support. In any case, I feel pity for Rashta and hope that she can find a happier and better path in life. Lastly, free herself from the viscounts disgusting grasp. Honestly, I feel even more pity seeing Rashta about to be manipulated by a viscount that allegedly killed their baby.