Chapter 78: The Prince’s Scheme (2)
Taking over someone else’s body was undeniably an evil act—something that could never be justified ethically. However, Lloyd was the one who had stolen Alford’s body in this situation.
“Isn’t this just Prince Alford’s own doing?”
From Serati’s perspective, there didn’t seem to be much of a problem with Lloyd continuing to live as Alford. The same would likely be true for the citizens. It was clear who would make a better king between Lloyd and Alford.
Lloyd was undoubtedly superior in terms of character and temperament. His only flaw was his frailty, leaving everyone uncertain if he could survive another day. But now? Lloyd’s soul in Alford’s body? It seemed like the perfect combination for an ideal monarch.
“Of course, living as someone else won’t be easy,” Serati acknowledged.
Changing bodies meant changing families, allies, and even political factions. It wasn’t as simple as changing clothes. Still, the potential gains far outweighed the losses. First and foremost, Lloyd would finally have the strong, healthy body he had always dreamed of.
And if he could strip Alford—in Lloyd’s body—of his power entirely? It could even be an opportunity to unite the two factions and consolidate power. Once stability was secured, Lloyd could carefully approach his former allies, one by one, and win them over.
“You weren’t close with His Majesty, but surely you had close confidants among your own retainers, didn’t you? People who shared secrets with you?”
“Well, yes, that’s true...”
They were originally his subordinates, after all, so Lloyd would know how to handle them. Those who refused to cooperate might even be swayed if Lloyd revealed his true identity. It would be unfair to his mother and raise other ethical dilemmas, but...
“Rather than insisting on returning to your original body at all costs, wouldn’t it be worth considering this option as well?”
Serati’s careful suggestion left Lloyd with a peculiar expression.