This time, the First Prince's choice completely overturned Uchiha Hikaru's previous impressions and views of him. Therefore, he would do as he had thought before and let the First Prince and Second Prince compete fairly.
As for the Imperial Throne, Uchiha Hikaru decided that he would clearly explain to the First Prince everything he had experienced with the Second Prince, as well as all the thoughts in his heart.
He also told the First Prince that although the Second Prince did not like him, he was well versed in literature, kindhearted, and often considered the welfare of the people.
Although the First Prince was arrogant, overbearing, and often unreasonable, Uchiha Hikaru felt that he also had a kind heart. Both of them had their own strengths.
The conflict between the two of them had only arisen from their long-standing struggle for the throne. In truth, they were still brothers by blood.
Uchiha Hikaru did not want to hurt anyone, nor did he want anyone to feel disappointed. So, he planned to tell them both the truth and let them compete fairly. That would be better for everyone.
Uchiha Hikaru felt that this did not count as betrayal. He was merely allowing them to make the best possible choice between themselves. This method was fair and just, so what was there to criticize?
Moreover, there was no real rift between the First Prince and the Second Prince. It was simply a matter of seeing whose abilities were more suitable for inheriting the Imperial Throne. Even if one of them were hurt, the other still needed to be protected.
Otherwise, he feared that the other one might seek revenge and kill him. That would only make things worse.
There were already so few people in this world who could truly be called