How Can the Crown Prince Have It Both Ways?

Pseudo-incest / a little political intrigue (I'll give it a try first. If I can't pull it off, I'll focus on the romance)

A lazy beauty who plays the pig to eat the tiger vs. a scheming, power-hungry minister

A laid-back, easygoing prince vs. a ruthless, refined crown prince

This is just a draft. The author is still thinking it over~

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At first, your opponent wanted to use you as a chess piece.

Later, your opponent willingly became your chess piece.

"This game is unlike any I've ever played in my life. My opponent made me sit up straight and keep my guard up. In the end, I still willingly let them consume my soul and steal my heart."

"Imperial Brother, you've fallen in love with someone you shouldn't love."

"Who is that person?"

"Me."

"Imperial Brother, you want the empire, and you want me too? That's not how it works."

"Then help me ascend the throne. From this day on, I will be yours."

How can anyone confuse a wife with a chess piece~

Theme: Peace throughout the realm.