For Ye Jingchen, distinguishing between the two Ye Jinghes is actually quite simple.
Although they hadn't seen each other for a while, the other Ye Jinghe had gained weight in his cheeks and made up for the slight difference in height, but in Ye Jingchen's eyes, the two of them were actually quite different.
Although Ye Jinghe, whom he raised, suffered a lot when he was young, he was very simple-minded, especially when facing him, and was very easy to understand.
No matter how well the other Ye Jinghe pretended, his eyes were not as pure as those of the Ye Jinghe he raised.
The reason he didn't expose him was that he wanted to see what Ye Jinghe was really up to.
There were people arranged by Xie Chang'an in the Prince Qian's mansion, so he knew that while this Ye Jinghe was impersonating him and appearing in the palace, the other Ye Jinghe was perfectly fine in the Prince Qian's mansion.
Moreover, during this period, although it was mostly this Ye Jinghe who came to the palace to see him, sometimes it was that Ye Jinghe. It was as if the two of them were playing some kind of identity-swapping game.
Now, this Ye Jinghe has directly proposed to move back to the East Palace, while the other Ye Jinghe has not appeared for several days.
Even on both of these occasions when they went with them to pay their respects to the emperor, it was Ye Jinghe who accompanied them.
Returning to the East Palace to live wasn't out of the question, but when he suggested going to Prince Qian's residence, Ye Jinghe's reaction clearly indicated something was amiss.
"What happened at Prince Qian's residence?" Ye Jingchen asked Xie Chang'an with a serious expression.
Playing games is fine, but you can't let it lead to anything serious.
"It seems your precious little brother has been locked up by him and hasn't shown up for several days," Xie Chang'an said casually.
"But don't worry, he's fine, he's just been restricted in his freedom. Even if this guy is crazy, he wouldn't be so ruthless as to harm himself." He added, afraid that Ye Jingchen would worry.
After Xie Chang'an said that, Ye Jinghe immediately understood that these two had actually seen through his and Ye Jinghe's tricks long ago and were just playing with them.
"Brother really trusts Xie Chang'an, treating him like your eyes and ears. But if he continues to deceive you like this, wouldn't brother be blind?" Ye Jinghe asked with a smile.
"Brother, did you accept me so quickly because I am Ye Jinghe from another world? Is it because you already knew that Xie Chang'an, who is by your side, is also Xie Chang'an from another world?"
"Does brother know that in that world, Xie Chang'an eventually led the Xie family army in a rebellion, changed the dynasty, and became emperor himself?"
In front of Xie Chang'an, Ye Jinghe revealed Xie Chang'an's secret to Ye Jingchen.
He was particularly looking forward to seeing Ye Jingchen's suspicious or distrustful expression.
This was also his bargaining chip to persuade another Ye Jinghe to play this game with him.
He could tell that Ye Jinghe also disliked Xie Chang'an, so he told Ye Jinghe the secret that Xie Chang'an was also from another world, and made Ye Jinghe believe that Xie Chang'an's approach to Ye Jingchen was for ulterior motives.
The process of persuading Ye Jinghe was simple, because Ye Jinghe himself had probably always felt that way.
He proposed switching identities with Ye Jinghe to expose Xie Chang'an's true colors in front of Ye Jingchen.
Ye Jinghe was naturally unwilling at first. He felt that Ye Jingchen couldn't possibly not recognize the two of them, and he didn't want to deceive Ye Jingchen.
He made a bet with Ye Jinghe: he would pretend to be Ye Jinghe and appear in front of Ye Jingchen three times. If Ye Jingchen did not recognize him, then Ye Jinghe would lose and he would have to give up his current identity to Ye Jinghe until he used this identity to drive Xie Chang'an away from Ye Jingchen.
After three attempts to test them, Ye Jingchen did not recognize them. According to their bet, Ye Jinghe could not appear in public for the time being.
He knew that Xie Chang'an, with his meticulous nature, would definitely have his own people planted in the Prince Qian's residence, and should also be aware of what was happening there.
He bet that Xie Chang'an would definitely recognize him, and he also bet that Xie Chang'an wouldn't tell Ye Jingchen about it. In this way, Xie Chang'an would have two more pieces of evidence against him, making him even more confident in getting rid of Xie Chang'an from Ye Jingchen's side.
After spending time with Ye Jingchen, he finally understood why his other self liked Ye Jingchen so much.
As long as he stays by Ye Jingchen's side, even the effects of the neurotoxin seem to lessen.
He naturally wants to take someone who makes him feel at peace and make them his own.
Moreover, Xie Chang'an was his mortal enemy, how could he just stand by and watch Xie Chang'an live such a happy life?
As for his other self, he could only apologize. Anyway, he wouldn't live for many more years. In his limited time, why not give way to him?
So, taking advantage of Ye Jinghe's complete lack of vigilance, he turned the tables and took control of Ye Jinghe, along with that brat named Chunming who happened to be looking for Ye Jinghe.
He suggested moving back to the East Palace in an attempt to further sow discord between Ye Jingchen and Xie Chang'an. However, Ye Jingchen unexpectedly decided to go to the Prince Qian's residence and wanted to see that brat Chunming.
Given how much that brat cares about Ye Jinghe, if he sees Ye Jingchen, he will most likely expose his identity. Therefore, he cannot let Ye Jingchen go to the Prince Qian's residence, nor can he let him see Chunming.
He thought his plan was foolproof, but little did he know that Ye Jingchen had seen through it from the very beginning.
He has never had any relatives, friends, or loved ones since he was a child, so he doesn't understand these feelings. He also doesn't understand how Ye Jingchen distinguishes him from Ye Jinghe, even though they are now exactly the same. He doesn't understand why Ye Jingchen, having already seen through them, still plays along, which has made his current situation particularly awkward.
He could only continue to escalate the conflict between Ye Jingchen and Xie Chang'an, and arouse their suspicion. In this way, he could tell Ye Jingchen that everything he did was to help Ye Jingchen expose Xie Chang'an's true colors.
He thought that Ye Jingchen, as the crown prince, should care most about the throne.
Those in positions of power are often suspicious and hate concealment and deception the most.
Upon learning of Xie Chang'an's past experiences and his deception, even if Ye Jingchen doesn't immediately turn against Xie Chang'an, he will question him and create distance between them.
To his surprise, Ye Jingchen didn't react at all after he said so much, making him feel like a clown.
"Won't you have trouble sleeping at night with such a treacherous person by your side, brother?" Ye Jinghe asked with a forced smile.
“I know about his past. As for what he hid from me, I will settle accounts with him later. But now, you have to tell me what you want to do? Why do you want to control Jinghe? This is the first time he has tried to trust someone without reservation. Why do you want to disappoint him?” Ye Jingchen looked at Ye Jinghe and asked with some disappointment.
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