Phoenix Dance: The Eldest Daughter's Physician Consort Shocks the World

Su Yao and the others returned to the manor with the evidence, knowing that every step from here on out was crucial. Lin Yu frowned and said, "Although we have this evidence, the Crown Prince will definitely deny everything in court. We need to think of a countermeasure in advance."

Su Yao nodded slightly: "Young Master Lin is absolutely right. The Crown Prince has many supporters, and we need to win over more neutral ministers so that they can see the Crown Prince's true colors."

Princess Pingyang chimed in, "I'll go back to my father and ask him to speak up for us in court. My father is always fair and disapproves of the Crown Prince's behavior."

After pondering for a moment, Lin Yu said, "The princess's father is highly respected. If we can get his support, it will be a great help to us. In addition, we need to make backups of the evidence in case the crown prince tries to steal evidence again."

Su Yao replied, "Young Master Lin has considered everything very well. I will make the arrangements immediately."

The atmosphere in the imperial court was tense. Minister Li stepped forward first, presenting the evidence found by Su Yao and others, and impeached the Crown Prince: "Your Majesty, I implore you to thoroughly investigate the Crown Prince's collusion with the envoys from the Western Regions. The evidence is now irrefutable, and the Crown Prince's actions have seriously endangered the safety of our dynasty. I beseech Your Majesty to investigate thoroughly."

The crown prince's expression changed, and he hurriedly knelt down to protest: "Father, I am innocent! This must be a deliberate frame-up. I am loyal to you, how could I do such a treasonous thing?"

The Crown Prince's confidants also stepped forward to plead for him: "Your Majesty, His Highness the Crown Prince has always been virtuous. There may be more to this than meets the eye. We must not believe just one side of the story."

The Emperor's face darkened, and he swept his gaze across the crowd: "Stop arguing! I will make my own judgment."

At this moment, the Prince of Zhennan, the father of Princess Pingyang, stepped forward: "Your Majesty, I am also deeply saddened to hear of this matter. The Crown Prince is the heir apparent of the country. If he has indeed committed such an evil act, he must not be tolerated. I suggest that a special investigation team be established to thoroughly investigate this matter and restore justice to the court."

The Emperor nodded slightly: "What the Prince of Zhennan said makes sense. I grant his request."

The Crown Prince glared fiercely at the Prince of Zhennan, inwardly furious. After court, the Crown Prince returned to the Eastern Palace, roaring in anger: "Hmph, how dare these people treat me like this! I will not let them get away with this!"

The Crown Prince's advisor suggested, "Your Highness, the situation is unfavorable. Our top priority is to stabilize the Emperor first, and then try to turn the tide. We might as well start with the investigation team and plant some of our people inside."

The crown prince's eyes lit up: "This plan is excellent. Go and make the arrangements."

Meanwhile, Su Yao and the others were also closely monitoring the situation at court. After receiving the news, Lin Yu rushed to Su Yao's side: "Miss Su, the Crown Prince is probably going to tamper with the investigation team. We have to find a way to stop him."

Su Yao frowned deeply: "What should we do? If the Crown Prince succeeds, all our previous efforts will have been in vain."

Princess Pingyang said anxiously, "Why don't we report this directly to the Emperor and ask him to replace the person?"

Lin Yu shook his head: "No, we have no evidence. If we go there rashly, the Emperor may not believe us, and we may even alert the enemy."

Su Yao pondered for a moment, then her eyes lit up: "I have a plan. Young Master Lin, do you remember General Zhao, the Imperial Guard commander who saved us at the Western Regions envoy's residence last time? He is an upright man and is deeply trusted by the Emperor. We can ask him for help."

Lin Yu nodded: "This plan is feasible. I will go and contact General Zhao right away."

Lin Yu found General Zhao and recounted the whole story. After listening, General Zhao was filled with righteous indignation: "The Crown Prince's behavior is truly despicable. Young Master Lin, rest assured, I will definitely keep a close eye on things during the investigation and prevent the Crown Prince's evil scheme from succeeding."

With General Zhao's promise, Su Yao and the others felt somewhat relieved. However, the Crown Prince did not stop there. He secretly instructed his men to spread rumors, accusing Su Yao and the others of deliberately framing him in order to seize power and profit. In no time, rumors and gossip spread throughout the capital.

Upon learning this, Su Yao was worried: "If this rumor reaches the Emperor's ears, it may affect his judgment."

Princess Pingyang said angrily, "This Crown Prince is too despicable. We cannot sit idly by and wait to die. We must find a way to clear the name."

Lin Yu clenched his fist: "I'll go investigate the source of these rumors and bring them all down."

After some investigation, Lin Yu located the local thugs who were spreading the rumors and handed them over to the authorities. Meanwhile, Su Yao was also providing medical treatment and medicine in the capital, helping the poor and needy, and demonstrating her kindness and integrity through her actions, gradually regaining some of her reputation.

As the investigation deepened, more and more evidence detrimental to the Crown Prince was uncovered. Panicked, the Crown Prince decided to take a desperate gamble, orchestrating a palace coup in an attempt to force the Emperor to abdicate and ascend the throne prematurely.

Su Yao and the others learned of the Crown Prince's plan through their spies and were shocked. Lin Yu said anxiously, "What should we do? We must inform the Emperor as soon as possible and strengthen the palace's defenses."

Su Yao calmly said, "Young Master Lin, it might be too late for us to go directly. I know a kind-hearted nanny who is in charge of cleaning in the palace. She has free access to some palaces, and we can pass messages through her."

So Su Yao found the old nanny and told her about the Crown Prince's plot, begging her to deliver the news to the Emperor as soon as possible. The old nanny knew the matter was of great importance and readily agreed.

Upon receiving the news, the Emperor was furious. He immediately dispatched the Imperial Guards to strengthen the defenses of the palace and ordered the arrest of the Crown Prince and his associates. A dramatic palace coup was nipped in the bud before it even began.

The crown prince was ultimately deposed and banished to the cold palace. Su Yao, through her wisdom and courage, successfully brought down the crown prince, temporarily securing her position in the turbulent court intrigues. But she knew that the road ahead was long, and many more challenges awaited her…