Rebirth and Reversal of Fortune

Chapter 70 devising a good plan

Su Jinxiu offered Xiao Ling advice and helped him solve his problems.

When Su Jinxiu learned of the various difficulties Xiao Ling was facing in the court, she decided to use her wisdom to help him solve his problems.

Su Jinxiu first carefully studied the current situation and relevant policy documents. She found that raising military funds could not rely solely on increasing taxes, as this would increase the burden on the people and cause more social problems.

“We can try to mobilize wealthy merchants in the capital to donate money, and at the same time encourage ordinary people to contribute their labor and provide material support to the army,” Su Jinxiu suggested to Xiao Ling.

Upon hearing this, a glint of light flashed in Xiao Ling's eyes: "That's a good idea, but how can we get wealthy businessmen to donate willingly?"

Su Jinxiu smiled slightly: "We can give the wealthy merchants who donate some honors and privileges, such as preferential policies in business activities, or strive for some commendations for them in the imperial court."

Xiao Ling nodded in agreement and immediately began arranging the relevant matters.

Regarding troop deployment, Su Jinxiu believed that large-scale troop deployments should not be undertaken blindly, but rather flexible strategies should be formulated based on the enemy's troop distribution and combat characteristics.

“We can send out small elite units to harass and scout, disrupting the enemy’s deployment, and then concentrate our superior forces to launch a counterattack,” Su Jinxiu said, pointing to the map.

Xiao Ling looked at Su Jinxiu, his heart filled with admiration and gratitude: "Jinxiu, your ideas have truly enlightened me."

However, things did not go smoothly. Some wealthy businessmen, while outwardly agreeing to donate, were actually stalling for time, attempting to observe the situation.

Upon learning of this, Su Jinxiu personally visited these wealthy merchants.

"Gentlemen, the rise and fall of a nation is the responsibility of every citizen. The border war is now tense. If we cannot repel the enemy, our homes and businesses will be in danger." Su Jinxiu appealed to their emotions and reasoned with them.

Under Su Jinxiu's persuasion, the wealthy businessmen finally fulfilled their donation promises.

Meanwhile, rumors about Xiao Ling intensified in the court, with some even slandering him to the emperor in an attempt to weaken his power.

Upon learning of this, Su Jinxiu used her connections among the wealthy women of Beijing to secretly gather evidence to prove that these rumors were completely fabricated.

"We can't let Xiao Ling fight on the front lines while being hampered from behind," Su Jinxiu said firmly.

After much effort, Su Jinxiu finally succeeded in exposing the conspiracy of those who spread rumors, eliminating any worries for Xiao Ling.

With Su Jinxiu's help, Xiao Ling gradually became more adept at handling government affairs, and the border war also began to show signs of improvement.

But at that moment, the enemy suddenly changed tactics, sending a surprise force to bypass the defenses and head straight for the capital.

The capital was immediately plunged into panic, and the people were filled with anxiety.

"What should we do?" Xiao Ling was extremely anxious.

Su Jinxiu calmly analyzed, "We cannot afford to lose our composure. We must organize the defense forces of the capital and at the same time seek assistance from the surrounding armies."

At Su Jinxiu's suggestion, Xiao Ling quickly organized the military and civilians of the capital to defend the city, while sending messengers to request help from the surrounding garrisons.

After a fierce battle, the defenders of the capital city finally repelled the enemy's attack.

Just as everyone breathed a sigh of relief, Su Jinxiu discovered a deeper, more hidden crisis...