Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases
The Investigation Begins
Shen Wan's father is implicated, leading her to form a partnership with Prince Yan Chi to solve cases and clear his name.
Key Events
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Father's Implication — Father implicated in serious matter Characters: Shen Wan, Minister of Dali Temple
Location: Dali Temple
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Partnership Formation — Shen Wan and Yan Chi team up Characters: Shen Wan, Yan Chi
Location: Imperial Court
Uncovering Truths
The duo investigates cases using forensic methods, navigates political intrigue, and discovers connections to the father's case.
Key Events
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First Case Investigation — First case examined with forensic methods Characters: Shen Wan, Yan Chi, Yan Li
Location: Crime Scene
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Political Maneuvering — Navigating court politics Characters: Shen Wan, Yan Chi, Grand Princess, Yue Ning
Location: Imperial Court
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Evidence Discovery — Key evidence found connecting cases Characters: Shen Wan, Yan Chi, Bai Feng
Location: Laboratory
Facing Opposition
They face enemies, personal threats, and uncover betrayals as they get closer to the truth.
Key Events
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First Confrontation — Confrontation with enemies Characters: Shen Wan, Yan Chi, Fu Ling, Cai He
Location: Imperial Court
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Personal Threats — Personal safety threatened Characters: Shen Wan, Yan Chi, Yan Che
Location: Hidden Location
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Betrayal Uncovered — Betrayal within the court revealed Characters: Shen Wan, Yan Chi, Yan Qi
Location: Imperial Court
The Final Revelation
They gather final evidence, clear the father's name, and bring the perpetrators to justice.
Key Events
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Final Evidence Gathering — Collecting last evidence needed Characters: Shen Wan, Yan Chi, Yan Li, Yue Ning
Location: Multiple Locations
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Father's Exoneration — Father's name cleared Characters: Shen Wan, Minister of Dali Temple, Yan Chi
Location: Dali Temple
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Justice Served — Perpetrators brought to justice Characters: Shen Wan, Yan Chi, Yan Li, Yue Ning, Grand Princess, Bai Feng, Fu Ling, Yan Che, Yan Qi, Cai He
Location: Imperial Court
