"However, as a prince who has already come this far, it would be strange if he lacked ambition," Pei Xuanjing's eyes lit up with curiosity.
From the Ninth Prince's visit to Pei Xuanjing, it was apparent that this prince was quite ambitious, having his own plans and not willing to act entirely as the old Emperor had anticipated.
To Pei Xuanjing, this was only to be expected. Whether by choice or by circumstance, the Ninth Prince had come to a point of no return. Having involved himself in the struggle for succession, regardless of his initial intentions, such was the reality.
Thus, if he could not emerge victorious, he would not fare well under the rule of either the Second or Third Prince who ascended the throne. Considering this, he might as well give it his all.
"In that case, the battle for the throne is likely to become even more thrilling," Pei Xuanjing's deep gaze betrayed no emotion.
