The notion that having power allows one to do as they please is beside the point; rather, power and wealth enable people to tear away the facade of decency, commonly known as shamelessness.
But why is this the case?
After news spread that Prince Min, just returned to the capital, was choosing a consort, several Noble Ladies, who were already betrothed, suddenly declared that their engagements were off, for various reasons.
Those with insight knew they were all aiming for the position of Princess Consort to Prince Min.
Princess Consort Ji was smug, thinking: see, her son is in such high demand; even those betrothed are eager to pursue him!
Unbeknownst to her, those with clear minds secretly mocked—choosing such Noble Ladies would truly invite ridicule.
Having already been betrothed yet voluntarily breaking it off for the sake of climbing the royal ladder—could they be any good?
