Yes, the fact that he didn't just dispose of him when he had the chance instead just wiped his memories, got me thinking that he may want Lulouch to take over, and the Emperor's leniency when it comes to Schneizel has always bothered me a bit, maybe he doesn't bother with him since he's deemed him to be the back up in case Lulouch dies is accidently killed
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