Rebirth and Reversal of Fortune

Chapter 146 Xiao Ling's Assistance, Discussing Countermeasures

Xiao Ling first visited several court officials with whom he had a close relationship and explained to them in detail the injustice suffered by the Marquis's family.

"The Marquis's mansion has always been loyal and devoted. This time, it must have been harmed by treacherous people. I hope that you gentlemen can speak a fair word for the Marquis's mansion in the court." Xiao Ling spoke earnestly.

Several ministers expressed their willingness to help.

During a court assembly, when another minister impeached the Marquis's residence, these ministers stepped forward to defend it.

"The Marquis's family has made great contributions to the court over the years, and it is really unfair to convict them based on some rumors."

Upon hearing this, the emperor's resolve wavered.

Taking the opportunity, Xiao Ling advised, "Your Majesty, the matter of the Marquis's residence needs to be investigated thoroughly. We must not easily believe rumors."

The Emperor nodded: "Minister Xiao's words are reasonable. I will send people to reinvestigate this matter."

The emperor's words temporarily relieved the pressure on the Marquis's family in the court.

At the same time, Xiao Ling used his connections to investigate the hostile forces that were tampering with the Marquis's business.

"So it turns out the Wang and Li families were behind this." Xiao Ling had obtained crucial information.

He informed Su Jinxiu of this information: "Madam, we need to find a way to deal with these two families."

Su Jinxiu pondered for a moment: "Let's start with their weaknesses."

Xiao Ling also offered advice and strategies for the Marquis's business.

"We can partner with other reliable businesses to open up new markets."

With Xiao Ling's help, the Marquis's business gradually improved.

However, the enemy did not give up.

The Wang and Li families joined forces and launched an even fiercer attack on the Marquis's residence.

“They’re determined to bring down the Marquis’s mansion this time.” Xiao Ling frowned deeply.

One of the Hou family’s important properties was seized by the Wang family through a scheme.

"What should we do?" Su Jinxiu asked worriedly.

Xiao Ling comforted her, "Madam, don't worry, I have already thought of a solution."

Xiao Ling used his connections in the military to transfer a troop of elite soldiers to strengthen the defenses of the Marquis's residence.

"With these troops, even they dare not easily invade."

At the same time, he secretly collected evidence of the crimes committed by the Wang and Li families.

"As long as we present this evidence to the Emperor, they will surely be punished."

However, Xiao Ling also encountered many difficulties in the process.

Someone was secretly monitoring his every move, trying to sabotage his plans.

"It seems the enemy has already noticed." Xiao Ling became even more cautious.

One night, Xiao Ling narrowly escaped assassination.

"Luckily, I was prepared." Xiao Ling said with lingering fear.

Su Jinxiu was worried about Xiao Ling's safety: "Husband, you must be careful."

Xiao Ling said firmly, "For the sake of the Marquis's mansion, I have nothing to fear."

Through Xiao Ling's tireless efforts, he finally obtained crucial evidence against the Wang and Li families.

“It’s time to fight back.” Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with determination.

Can the Marquis's mansion use this evidence to completely escape its predicament and be reborn...?

In a secluded room of the Marquis's mansion, candlelight flickered as Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling sat facing each other, their expressions solemn.

"My lord, in my opinion, the Wang family has long coveted the Marquis's estate. Their ruthless move this time is surely an attempt to crush us in one fell swoop and monopolize the market," Su Jinxiu analyzed, her brows furrowed.

Xiao Ling nodded. "The Li family's aim is to suppress us in the imperial court in order to consolidate their power."

Su Jinxiu continued, "Then let's start with the Wang family. Although they are wealthy and powerful, there are many internal conflicts within the family, and several branches are fighting openly and secretly for the family property."

A shrewd glint flashed in Xiao Ling's eyes. "That's right, we can use this to sow discord among them and make them too busy to care about anything else."

“As for the Li family, their backer in the court is the Minister of Personnel. Although he holds a high position and wields great power, he is greedy. We can collect evidence of his corruption and make him unable to support the Li family anymore,” Su Jinxiu said.

Xiao Ling pondered for a moment, "This is a good idea, but we need to be careful when collecting evidence and avoid alerting the enemy."

They also discussed how to unite with other families and forces that were on good terms with the Marquis's family to fight against the enemy.

“The Zhao family has always had a good relationship with our Marquis’s mansion. They are also quite influential in the business world. If we can get their support, we can turn the tide in business,” Xiao Ling said.

Su Jinxiu agreed, "And the Sun family too. They have connections in the military, and they might be able to lend us a hand at a critical moment."

The two discussed until late at night and devised a detailed action plan.

However, the implementation of the plan was not without its challenges.

When the Marquis's mansion sent people to sow discord within the Wang family, the Wang family discovered their plan and they were nearly put in danger.

"Oh no, our people have been discovered and are now trapped in the Wang family compound."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Ling was extremely anxious. "I will go and rescue them myself."

Su Jinxiu stopped him, "Husband, don't be impulsive, let's think of another way."

Ultimately, through clandestine efforts, they successfully rescued the trapped individuals.

They also encountered numerous obstacles in collecting evidence of corruption by the Minister of Personnel.

"The evidence was hidden very well, and our people searched for a long time without success."

Su Jinxiu frowned. "Keep searching. We must find it."

Just when they were in trouble, an unexpected turning point appeared.

A branch head of the Wang family took the initiative to contact the Hou family, expressing a willingness to cooperate.

“I’ve had enough of being ostracized by the Wang family. As long as the Marquis’s mansion can help me, I’m willing to provide them with inside information about the Wang family.”

Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling were overjoyed, but remained vigilant.

"Be careful, it might be a trap. Observe his actions first," Xiao Ling said.

After some probing, it was discovered that this person was indeed genuinely interested in cooperating.

With his help, the Marquis's mansion successfully created even greater chaos within the Wang family.

Meanwhile, through tireless efforts, they finally found crucial evidence of the Minister of Personnel's embezzlement.

But just as they were about to present the evidence to the Emperor, they discovered that the news had been leaked and the Minister of Personnel was on guard.

"Who exactly leaked the information?" Su Jinxiu was filled with doubt.

The Marquis's mansion is once again in crisis. Will they be able to overcome this difficulty...?