Rebirth and Reversal of Fortune

Chapter 149 Conclusive Evidence, a Turning Point for the Marquis's Mansion

After much effort, Su Jinxiu successfully obtained conclusive evidence, confirming the enemy's conspiracy and providing strong support for the Marquis's counterattack.

Holding that crucial evidence in her hands, Su Jinxiu was filled with excitement. This thin stack of papers carried the hopes and future of the Marquis's mansion.

She rushed back to the Marquis's residence without stopping, where Xiao Ling was already anxiously waiting in the study.

"Madam, we've been waiting for you to come back!" Xiao Ling stepped forward, his gaze eagerly falling on the evidence in Su Jinxiu's hand.

Su Jinxiu handed the evidence to Xiao Ling and said, "Husband, with this, it is enough to make those with ill intentions receive the punishment they deserve."

Xiao Ling carefully examined the evidence, a relieved smile appearing on his face: "Great, the Marquis's mansion is saved now."

However, before they could even celebrate, new problems arose one after another.

Inside the Marquis's residence, some timid and cowardly servants began to waver.

"What if the counterattack fails? Wouldn't the Marquis's mansion be doomed?"

"Why don't we find another way out as soon as possible?"

These rumors reached the ears of Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling.

Xiao Ling was furious: "The Marquis's mansion has raised you all for so many years, and now, at this crucial moment, there are such disloyal and unjust people!"

Su Jinxiu calmly said, "Husband, do not be angry. We need to calm people down now."

Therefore, they summoned everyone from the Marquis's residence and expressed their determination.

"The Marquis's Mansion has weathered many storms and never retreated. Now that we have the evidence, we will surely defeat the enemy. If anyone wants to leave, the Marquis's Mansion will not stop them, but those who stay will stand with the Marquis's Mansion through thick and thin!" Su Jinxiu's words were firm and resolute.

The group looked at each other, and finally all expressed their willingness to follow the Marquis's mansion.

At the same time, the opposing forces also realized that things were not going well.

"Su Jinxiu must have obtained the evidence; we must strike first."

They quickened their pace, attempting to deliver a fatal blow before the Marquis's residence could retaliate.

News came from the Marquis's spies that the enemy was gathering troops and preparing to attack the Marquis's residence.

"It seems a fierce battle is inevitable." Xiao Ling clenched his fists.

Su Jinxiu, however, remained remarkably calm: "The more anxious they are, the more it shows that the evidence we have instilled fear in them."

The Marquis's residence began actively preparing for war, training soldiers, and stockpiling supplies.

Xiao Ling personally directed the defense deployment, leaving no detail overlooked.

"We must ensure the safety of the Marquis's residence and not give the enemy any opportunity to take advantage of the situation."

Su Jinxiu stayed behind, organizing the women and children to move to a safe place.

Just as the Marquis's mansion was preparing for war, the situation in the imperial court also became delicate.

Some ministers began to speak to the emperor, trying to influence his opinion of the Marquis's family.

"The Marquis's residence has likely gotten itself into serious trouble this time. Your Majesty should not trust them too easily."

However, some upright ministers stood up to speak for the Marquis's mansion.

"The Marquis's family is loyal and devoted; the truth of this matter still needs to be investigated."

The emperor was caught in a dilemma, and his attitude towards the Marquis's mansion became ambiguous.

At this time, the enemy had already besieged the city, and the Marquis's mansion was facing an unprecedented crisis.

"Everyone in the Marquis's Mansion, today's battle concerns our very survival, and we will never back down!" Xiao Ling shouted from the city wall.

The soldiers shouted in unison, "Defend the Marquis's residence! Defend the Marquis's residence!"

A battle is about to break out. Can the Marquis's mansion successfully fight back with the evidence and resolve the crisis...?

Thanks to the evidence obtained by Su Jinxiu, the Marquis's mansion saw a turning point in this crisis. They exposed the enemy's conspiracy, successfully resolved part of the crisis, and regained some support.

Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling acted decisively, deciding to immediately present the evidence to the Emperor. They knew this was a crucial step for the Marquis's family to turn the tide.

In the palace, the emperor examined the evidence presented by the Marquis's residence with a solemn expression.

"If this evidence is true, then the conspiracy behind it is truly chilling," the emperor said.

Xiao Ling knelt down and pleaded, "Your Majesty, the Marquis's mansion is utterly loyal and has not uttered a single falsehood. This evidence is sufficient to prove the enemy's sinister intentions."

After a moment of contemplation, the emperor finally spoke: "I will send people to investigate this matter thoroughly. If what the Marquis's family said is true, I will certainly give you justice."

When the news reached the Marquis's residence, a glimmer of hope ignited in everyone's hearts.

However, the enemy did not sit idly by. They secretly bribed the emperor's close advisors in an attempt to continue slandering the Marquis's family.

"Your Majesty, the Marquis's family's actions are a deliberate frame-up; their intentions are despicable."

Fortunately, the emperor did not readily believe the slander, but decided to wait for the investigation results.

While waiting, the Marquis's residence was not idle. Su Jinxiu took advantage of this opportunity to actively communicate with some forces that had previously remained neutral.

"If the Marquis's family can overcome this calamity, we will surely repay you handsomely in the future."

Some forces began to waver and gradually leaned towards supporting the Marquis's mansion.

At the same time, Xiao Ling strengthened the defenses of the Marquis's residence to prevent the enemy from resorting to desperate measures.

Finally, the investigation yielded results. The emperor discovered the truth: the Marquis's family had indeed been wronged.

"The Marquis's family has served me wholeheartedly for many years, and this time they almost suffered an unjust accusation." The emperor issued an edict to punish those enemies who plotted to frame the Marquis's family.

The Marquis's reputation was restored, and friends who had been estranged from him returned to his side.

"It is truly remarkable that the Marquis's mansion has been able to turn things around today."

"From now on, we will definitely stand together with the Marquis's family through thick and thin."

But the Marquis's family knew that this was only the beginning. Although the enemy had been dealt a blow, they had not been completely eliminated.

"We cannot let our guard down; we must remain vigilant against the enemy's counterattack at all times," Xiao Ling said.

Su Jinxiu nodded in agreement: "We should take this opportunity to consolidate the Marquis's position and strengthen our power."

The Marquis's residence began to reorganize its internal affairs, select talents, and expand its industries.

However, just as the Marquis's mansion was thriving, new troubles came knocking.

Some local officials, jealous of the Marquis's regained power, began to deliberately make things difficult for him in government affairs.

"The Marquis's estate must pay high taxes locally, otherwise it is not allowed to operate."

“The Marquis’s merchant ships are not allowed to dock in this port.”

This posed a significant obstacle to the development of the Marquis's residence.

Xiao Ling decided to personally negotiate with these local officials.

"My lords, the Marquis's residence has always acted in accordance with the law. We hope you will show leniency."

But these officials remained unmoved.

Su Jinxiu, meanwhile, was active in the capital, seeking the support of the imperial court.

"Your Majesty, the local officials' harassment of the Marquis's residence is detrimental to the stability of the court."

Upon hearing this, the emperor ordered a thorough investigation.

Thanks to the efforts of the Marquis's family, the conspiracy of these local officials was exposed and they received their due punishment.

The Marquis's mansion has weathered another crisis, but the road ahead remains full of challenges.

At a family meeting, Xiao Ling said, "Although we have gone through many hardships, the honor of the Marquis's Mansion must not be tarnished. We must continue to work hard to ensure that the Marquis's Mansion will prosper forever."

Everyone responded in unison: "We are willing to dedicate ourselves to the Marquis's mansion!"

However, fate always seems to like playing tricks on people. Just when the Marquis's mansion thought they could finally breathe a sigh of relief, an even greater crisis was quietly approaching...