Responses
Yes, that scene really shows that the prince cares more about owning Baekwoo than having a relationship with him. He doesn’t care that Baekwoo is distressed or upset at the loss of his life as long as he behaves and performs his duties properly. He claims that it’s out of his hands, but he’s happy to reap the benefits, and doesn’t even bother to try making things less difficult for Baekwoo
Honestly I feel disturbed that the uke asked the favour to continue his study to the Ml: it should be normal to do