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A noble with a good education is usually not foolish.
At least they do not make basic mistakes when it comes to significant matters concerning family interests.
The Duke of Flowers was very clear about the current situation.
Collaborating with the Eldest Princess now, joining forces to eliminate the nuisance of Prince Goldhammer, and completely subduing those restless folks of the Western Alliance.
This is the most favorable choice.
But the problem is, while fighting for the throne, the Duke of Flowers has no trust in the Eldest Princess.
No one knows if she would suddenly regret, stab them in the back, or suddenly ally with Prince Goldhammer.
The Duke of Flowers does not want to let her take any advantage, or become a stepping stone on her path to the throne.
Because of these concerns, he has to oppose the Eldest Princess.
This is the so-called prisoner's dilemma.
Because of this, when he saw the proposal in Luo De's letter, he immediately understood its value.
