Pei Chengye sat back down again and, lifting his eyes to stare at the person in front of him, seriously asked, "Why are you doing this?"
"I believe in Your Highness's ability, that you can certainly bring peace and prosperity to the nation." Xia Zhaoshun smiled very happily, but the smile did not reach his eyes.
Upon hearing these flattering words, Pei Chengye felt extremely pleased, even starting to get carried away, not expecting someone to be so willing to follow him.
"Since the eldest son holds this prince in such high regard, then this prince will definitely do his utmost to assist the Emperor in accomplishing his grand aspirations." Pei Chengye spoke boldly as if he had already become the supreme ruler, the man who commanded the land and pointed out strategies.
Xia Zhaoshun's smile deepened upon hearing this, "The Second Prince is indeed a clever man, unlike some others..."
At this point, Xia Zhaoshun's lips curved into an ironic arc.
