The court degenerated into intrigues and conspiracies. The reigns of the later Yuan emperors were short and marked by intrigues and rivalries. Satterthwaite is more dubious of the tales she tells of her adventures in diplomatic intrigues. Pepin spent his remaining years there, sheltered from political intrigues and upheavals. These people think of nothing but their incessant intrigues and backbitings. Historical accounts portray Johanna as a cold, abusive woman who loved gossip and court intrigues. Karl Wilhelm Naundorff's story rested on a series of complicated intrigues. His allies were annoyed by his constant intrigues. His time in power was dominated by the political intrigues of Nana. Rachkovsky had the reputation of being an unrivalled master of intrigues and provocation. From complex of elements agitated with Byzantine intrigues, Ntare went to Uganda first. The story showcases the intrigues and violent pressure of the Masonic lodge in Sicily. He was increasingly unhappy with the court intrigues and the overwhelming number of commissions. Huerta had a record of opposing revolutionaries and intrigues with Madero's enemies. In the village, they live an idyllic life, far from the political intrigues of Prague.