Based on the clues Su Wu Ming currently has.
He naturally assumed that Xiao Wen Zhen was part of the Emperor's faction.
Therefore.
The current situation is.
The Princess is planning to launch a coup during the unveiling of the Demon Subduing Ceremony on the Day of Ming Yin, aiming to eliminate the Crown Prince.
However.
The Emperor intervened, hijacking the Princess's troops and turning them to his own use!!
Now, the court.
Is divided into three forces.
The Princess is the strongest.
Crown Prince Li Long Ji comes second.
Emperor Li Dan is the weakest.
So, is Emperor Li Dan planning to take action against the two of them?
But the problem is:
Why would Emperor Li Dan be involved with the remnants of the Former Sui Dynasty?
Could it be?
Just like the illusion in the Tower of Heaven.
Emperor Li Dan is being manipulated?
Thinking about it.
Su Wu Ming felt a sense of impending doom.
So.
He decided to enter the palace to see the Emperor.
For ordinary people, entering the palace to see the Emperor was difficult, even more so than seeing the Crown Prince or the Princess.
Because the Emperor's power had been largely stripped away by the two, and he didn't want to see the Emperor cultivate his own loyalists.
Therefore.
The clever Su Wu Ming sought out a neutral figure, Du Ming, the Prefect of Yongzhou.
Soon.
With Du Ming's introduction.
Su Wu Ming successfully entered the capital.
And saw Emperor Li Dan.
Emperor Li Dan had an air of authority. Even though he no longer held much power, he was still the master of the entire realm, the sole Emperor of the Great Tang!
Su Wu Ming was nervous, yet he had to ask about Xiao Wen Zhen, and even Xiao Wen Zhen's superior, Feng Han!
This matter involved the scandalous illusion in the Tower of Heaven.
It was like touching a dragon's scales.
The Emperor was indeed furious.
He sternly rebuked Su Wu Ming.
However.
From his demeanor and words.
Su Wu Ming carefully observed that the Emperor was unaware of the Demon Subduing Ceremony.
He knew he was being manipulated.
So, he stiffened his neck, risking his life to tell everything.
Emperor Li Dan then learned the inside story of the Demon Subduing Ceremony:
His own sister was trying to take action against his son, but she was being exploited by villains who wanted to overthrow the Great Tang Dynasty.
After calming down.
Li Dan waved his hand.
He ordered Du Ming, the Prefect of Yongzhou, to fully assist Su Wu Ming, ensuring the safety of his son and sister.
After Su Wu Ming cautiously left.
Emperor Li Dan looked up at the sky.
Perhaps he was the most miserable Emperor ever?
But.
This time, his sister had gone too far.
She had put the Great Tang Dynasty in jeopardy!
Very well!
After the Day of Ming Yin.
He would abdicate and pass the throne to his son.
…………
Fei Ji Shi's Medical Clinic.
As the reputation of the divine doctor spread.
The number of high-ranking officials and nobles coming to the clinic increased.
This also made Fei Ji Shi very wealthy.
Not only did he gain money, fame, but he also gained a few smart and clever apprentices.
With apprentices.
Fei Ji Shi also felt much more relaxed.
He spent all day with a smile on his face, carefree and cheerful.
That day.
When Su Wu Ming arrived with You Guang and Wu Gao.
As soon as he entered the shop.
He saw Fei Ji Shi, dressed in fine silk, lying in a rocking chair, leisurely fanning himself.
And beside him.
Patients came and went.
But several medicine boys were already able to treat simple ailments.
Although there were many people.
No one dared to make trouble.
Not only because this was the capital city of Chang'an, but also because everyone knew that this shop was protected by Wang Lin, the Qilin Zi.
Who is Wang Lin?
The Assistant Minister of the Ministry of Rites.
Holding a rank of Zheng Si Pin (Fourth Rank Official).
He is excellent at poetry.
He is excellent at prose.
And even more excellent at music!
Haven't you heard that early this morning.
Wang Lin presented a piece of music called "Wide Cold Palace Breaking Formation Tune" to the prosperous Great Tang Dynasty!
Now.
All the major wine houses and taverns, if they can afford it, are playing this majestic music.
In the Tang Dynasty, music was a form of art that was highly valued by people. Everyone understood music, just as everyone understood poetry, painting, and sword dance!
And when "Wide Cold Palace Breaking Formation Tune" came out.
It once again drove Chang'an into a frenzy.
At that time.
Many people, upon first hearing the divine music, felt as if they were drinking nectar, and then, as the drums beat with power and grandeur, they became excited and fainted.
Even many people came to Fei Ji Shi's medical clinic to see a doctor because of this, so that Fei Ji Shi could make another fortune...
When Su Wu Ming arrived.
Fei Ji Shi was still calculating in his mind.
Now that he had made money, should he also go to that wine house to listen to Wang Lin's new music? And at the same time, ask for some good wine to drink.
Yes!
At that time, he would just use Wang Lin's name!
For Fei Ji Shi, if he could get something for free, he wouldn't want to spend the extra money!
Su Wu Ming: "Cough! Old Fei!"
Fei Ji Shi opened his eyes lazily: "Oh, it's Su Wu Ming. You're coming to my medicine shop. Are you going to see a doctor too?"
"Old Fei, don't be silly, I have serious business!"
Su Wu Ming motioned for Fei Ji Shi to come aside and talk.
When Fei Ji Shi saw this.
He put away his giggling and became serious.
Soon.
Led by Fei Ji Shi, Su Wu Ming came to the small courtyard behind the shop.
As far as the eye could see.
Artificial hills and water, birdsong and flowers, a scene of natural prosperity.
Even the design of the craftsmen and the construction of the garden were ingenious.
Su Wu Ming couldn't help but feel envious: "Old Fei, you're so lucky! You know, even many officials in our Great Tang can't afford to buy a house in Chang'an, let alone a house this big."
"That's right. Don't you know who gave it to me?"
"Oh, I came to you for something. Help me study these two things - this thing is Wu Gao, see if it contains any spices unique to the Western Regions; this thing is called You Guang, check if it is made from human liver..."
Fei Ji Shi was in a good mood, so he didn't ask any further.
He just said: "Give me half a day."
While waiting.
Su Wu Ming asked: "By the way, how is Wang Lin's injury? I heard Su Wu Ming say that last night, Wang Lin was extremely brave, and his fighting power seemed to be even higher than his own. There will be big things happening next, and we are in need of capable people..."
Fei Ji Shi rolled his eyes: "Not very optimistic... But if you want to kill a few people, with my old Fei's medicine, it shouldn't be difficult. I'll go to his mansion to deliver some medicine later, both internal and external. Within two days, he'll be about 50% better!"
"Then I'll trouble you, Old Fei." Su Wu Ming didn't suspect anything. "Then tell him later, he must be there on the Day of Ming Yin."
Soon.
Half a day passed.
First, Wu Gao, Fei Ji Shi confirmed that Wu Gao contained Yue Lin Xiang, an extremely precious medicinal herb from the Western Regions.
Second, You Guang, this took a little more effort, Fei Ji Shi reversed the raw materials based on the finished product, and finally confirmed that it contained human liver.
The chain of evidence was completed again.
So next.
All the hidden mysteries are revealed.
We await the Demon Subduing Ceremony!