"I can only tell Father that this matter may be related to several of my brothers. It's just one of them. Please don't doubt my third brother. He is a brainless person. It's better to think about someone else."
After the eighth prince finished speaking, he immediately stood up and left without staying for another second, leaving the emperor in the room to ponder.
He also thought that it was impossible for Du Changming to accomplish such a big thing alone, and there must be someone supporting him behind the scenes.
But which son is it...
After a moment's thought, the emperor looked at the eunuch beside him and immediately ordered, "Send someone to investigate what's going on. You can also pass the news on to the Crown Prince's Mansion. It would be best if Mingyu himself could bring it up tomorrow. You can also handle the matter based on his suggestion."
The eunuch did not dare to delay for a second and hurried out of the hall. He only breathed a sigh of relief after the task was completed.
"real?"
At this time, Sheng Mingyu had also received the news from the palace, and a smile appeared on his lips.
Gu Yunni on the side smiled helplessly, "See, I told you that you don't know how to appreciate your blessings. The Imperial Concubine and the Eighth Prince have also done a lot for you."
Sheng Mingyu nodded. "Yun Ni, you're right. His Majesty has already taken action. We can reveal the news about the Second Prince later. However, the Imperial Concubine seems to be angry about this."
Gu Yunni chuckled, "Of course she'll be angry. The Imperial Concubine just wants to vent your anger for you. Tomorrow morning, when Du Changming and the Second Prince's verdict is announced, she won't be angry anymore. I'll go to the palace another day and keep her company."
"Okay." Sheng Mingyu tapped the table with his fingers and said no more.
After Gu Yunni returned to her room, she began to think about the gift for the imperial concubine.
Finally, at Qing'er's suggestion, the warehouse was turned upside down.
They didn't know that this night, the capital was in turmoil.
Some people slept soundly, some were expectant, and naturally some were nervous.
What happens in the Imperial Study is no secret, and anyone with some means can hear about it.
They are very curious, who will be in trouble tomorrow?
"Long live our emperor!"
Before dawn, Sheng Mingyu got up to attend court. After waiting in the hall for a long time, he finally saw the emperor and yawned silently.
The emperor looked at him and shook his head and laughed. He looked like just a grown-up child.
"Get up."
The emperor waved his hand, sat down on the dragon throne, and raised his hand to let everyone stand up.
He looked at the civil and military officials standing in neat rows below, and felt satisfied.
The thing that gave him the greatest sense of accomplishment during his reign was that he managed all civil and military officials well and did not allow too many corrupt officials among them.
"Is there anything you would like to discuss with me today? If not, I have something to announce, and I hope you will make the decision for me."
The emperor did not play tricks and went straight to the point.
The eighth prince was surprised for a moment, and then complained in his heart.
Father clearly said that I should bring it up, so why is he so impatient?
If he did tell it, how would he explain the source of the information?
"Father, I have something to say."
Just as the Eighth Prince was about to step forward, he was interrupted by the Third Prince.
Even Sheng Mingyu was very surprised and looked at the third prince with confusion.
"Oh? Third Brother, what do you want to say? You've never been so well-behaved in the hall before. Today must be a big event, right?"
The emperor smiled gently. Although this son was always looking for trouble, he was much less troublesome than his other sons.
Moreover, the third brother is not as smart as the others. Even if he causes trouble for himself, it is just a small matter and can be easily solved.
The Third Prince nodded and said in a resounding voice, "Thank you, Father. I do have something to report. It's about what happened to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince a few days ago. Could you give me some time?"
The emperor was very surprised and raised his eyebrows, fearing that another accident would happen, and turned his gaze to the eighth prince.
The eighth prince shook his head silently. He didn't know what was going on.
The emperor had no choice but to nod and respond, "Okay, then just tell me what it is."
The emperor's attitude was not as warm as before. The third prince felt strange, but did not raise any questions.
"A few days ago, I failed to find the truth and wrongly accused the Crown Prince. I came here today to clear his name. He did not harm the people. The culprit is someone else, and the evidence was fabricated. I ask your Majesty to make the decision."
The third prince's words shocked everyone.
Especially the emperor, he couldn't believe that his third son was so capable!
"Since you say that the evidence was fabricated, have you caught the person behind it? You should know my temper. If you want to sue me, you must have evidence!"
The emperor smiled inexplicably, and the more he looked at the third prince, the more he liked him.
Don't think he is stupid, but at least what he does is in line with his wishes.
"I do not have any substantial evidence, but I have found some useful information. I will present it to you."
"Okay, present it."
Everything went smoothly, and the matter was exposed without the Eighth Prince having to take any action.
Du Changming and the second prince were so angry that their faces turned blue, and their eyes looked as if they wanted to swallow the third prince.
When the emperor got the evidence, he found that the information he had obtained was similar to his own.
He was surprised, but looking at the expectant eyes of the people below, he still pretended to be serious.
"How dare you! Why frame the Crown Prince when you can frame anyone else? He was personally appointed as the Crown Prince! You framed the Crown Prince, don't you think I'm serious?!"
The emperor threw the memorial to the ground without warning, shocking everyone. They all knelt down and apologized, "I know I was wrong! Your Majesty, please calm down!"
Even those ministers who did not take action felt insecure and had to admit their mistakes even if they were not wrong.
"You admit your mistakes? How could you possibly admit your mistakes? I think the murderer behind this might even be gloating over it right now! He hurt my prince, and you're playing me for fun!"
The emperor curled his lips into a sneer. He had been furious ever since he received the news yesterday, and this was the perfect opportunity to vent his anger.
"Father, I wonder what the evidence is? Could you show it to us? It would also let us know who is behind this. They are so brave to frame the Crown Prince!"
The eighth prince stood up. The emperor saw his eyes and was about to send the memorial over when he saw the prime minister also agreeing.
"Yes, the Crown Prince has been fighting outside for the past few years, protecting the people. Everyone admires him very much. Someone who casually framed the Crown Prince should be severely punished!"
The emperor laughed and looked at the prime minister with an unpredictable look in his eyes.
"Since you want to know the truth, then read it. You don't need to read the rest of the ministers' reports; it would take quite some time to circulate them. Just read the first few so that you can get a clearer idea."
The emperor tried his best to suppress his anger.
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