Given their association with Shao Yunduan and Qiao Xuan, even if Meng Wanfu claimed neutrality, it was doubtful anyone would believe him.
In light of this reality, there seemed little else to discuss.
Meng Wanfu and Shao Yunduan engaged in a discussion in the study, contemplating the path they would tread in the future.
Shao Yunduan was well aware that the princes were patiently waiting for the Crown Prince to err. A single misstep on his part would provide them with an opportunity to create a significant controversy.
The Crown Prince, as the heir, had to maintain an impeccable image, untarnished by even the smallest flaw. Any blemish, no matter how minuscule, could spread like ink in water, tarnishing his reputation.
