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Prince Zi Yang pondered for a long while before finally grasping the Dragon Seal, and exhaled deeply, "I have never approved of my father's plan. Going against the celestials is like seeking one's own grave. The things we desire can completely be sought through other means, but—"
"He is my father, and I cannot defeat him."
The prince, with his exalted status, revealed a bitter smile, "Since the South Dragon King is dead, the hope of obtaining the Dragon Seal through peaceful means has burst like a bubble. It seems I understand their words now. You never give others a chance to choose, do you?"
With that said, he slowly stood up, "I can help you conceal this news, but I indeed dare not actively help you with this. You will have to handle it on your own."
In the presence of others, Zi Xian rarely saw her brother yield; to be precise, this could be considered the first time.