Ming Wang, the current Emperor, was born to a normal concubine. He was talented in martial arts and politics, but it wasn't much compared to his older brother. His older brother, Ming Ze was to the Empress' son and had great talent in both politics and military affairs. He was also very handsome and charismatic. Many people including their father, the Emperor, had high hopes for Ming Ze.
Ming Wang was overshadowed by his brother throughout his life. Nothing he ever did was enough compared to his brother. Years passed and resentment, envy, and jealousy piled within Ming Wang. He questioned if there was something wrong with him. He wondered why everyone thought he was less than his brother. Wasn't he better than his gentle and weak brother? He felt he was better than him and even his mother told him so. Yet, others did not seem to see it.
