Inside the imperial palace, Ji Xuanyuan and others had already gathered. The princes glanced surreptitiously at the Dragon Throne in the center, their eyes revealing a hint of yearning and greed.
Being born into the royal family entailed a destined struggle for power.
If the Crown Prince had not been dethroned and the likes of King of Tai, Ji Yancheng, were still powerful, they would not be entertaining such thoughts, but would simply aim to survive as low-key princes.
However, now that destiny has given them this opportunity, who wouldn't want to compete?
Among them was King of Shu, Ji Yanshow, who was oddly modest, standing by himself in silence.
In fact, he now realized that whether they could ascend to the throne was entirely in the hands of people like Ji Xuanyuan.
They were all princes who held minor territories in Great Zhou, lacking authority and confidence.
