Everyone thought back carefully on the process of the exam and suddenly arrived at two bold speculations.
The Imperial Grandson had been slow to start writing, not because the test was too difficult, but because he found it too easy.
And the phrase he uttered, "Even if I win, what of it? A victory without merit is no victory at all," wasn't intended as a veiled jab at Prince Jian—it was actually directed at himself.
Had they not seen the exam paper, they would have unhesitatingly assumed he was arrogant and overly self-assured.
But after reading it, all anyone could think was—if they possessed such talent, surely they'd be even more arrogant and self-assured than the Imperial Grandson!
The Imperial Grandson was actually restraining himself.
Prince Jin and his son's expressions became exceptionally grim, and those of Prince Rui and King Qi were likewise no better.
Back at Prince Qin Mansion, both had been unwavering supporters of the elder brother.
