Rebirth and Reversal of Fortune

Chapter 394 Consolidating Position, A New Conspiracy

Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling used this opportunity to consolidate their positions in the palace and win more benefits for the Marquis's mansion.

Amidst the treacherous intrigues of the palace, Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling astutely seized the opportunity. They knew that merely revealing the truth was far from enough; they needed to use this chance to firmly establish themselves.

Xiao Ling gained the emperor's favor and was entrusted with important responsibilities due to his key role in the palace secrets.

"Xiao Ling, I believe in your loyalty and ability. From now on, I will entrust you with this important matter." The emperor's words greatly encouraged Xiao Ling.

Su Jinxiu skillfully navigated the social circles of noblewomen in the palace, winning their respect and support through her wisdom and shrewdness.

"Madam Su is truly intelligent and wise. We wish to be on good terms with the Marquis's family."

They used their newly acquired power and influence to expand the Marquis's network of connections.

However, their rise has aroused jealousy and resentment among some people.

Former adversaries secretly colluded to sabotage their plans.

"We must not let them be so smug; we must find a way to bring them down."

They slandered Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling before the emperor, attempting to smear them.

"Your Majesty, these two men are now too powerful and may harbor rebellious intentions."

But the emperor did not readily believe these slanders.

Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu did not sit idly by and wait for their fate. They responded actively, working even harder for the emperor to demonstrate their unwavering loyalty.

On the other hand, they secretly investigated their opponents' weaknesses, preparing to deliver a fatal blow.

During this process, the Hou family's businesses also flourished.

"Thanks to the master and mistress's status in the palace, our business is booming." The steward said with a beaming smile.

However, just as they were enjoying their success, a sudden crisis quietly descended upon them.

A major property of the Marquis's mansion was suddenly destroyed by fire, resulting in heavy losses.

"This is no accident; it must have been done intentionally." Xiao Ling was furious.

Immediately afterwards, Su Jinxiu was falsely accused of misconduct in the palace.

"This is utter slander! Madam has always been a model of propriety," the maids said indignantly.

A new conspiracy is brewing in the palace, targeting Su Jinxiu, Xiao Ling, and the Marquis's mansion.

Just as Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling were struggling to cope with the various crises before them, a dark force was quietly weaving a huge web of conspiracy.

In a corner of the palace, several figures plotted in the dim candlelight.

“Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling are currently riding high; we must find a way to bring them down completely,” a gloomy voice said.

“The Marquis’s power is growing stronger and stronger, and it has already threatened our interests,” another person chimed in.

They decided to take advantage of the emperor's suspicious nature and deliberately create some false impressions to make the emperor distrust Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling.

At the same time, they also planted spies in the Marquis's residence, trying to find incriminating evidence against the family.

"As long as we can find their weaknesses, we have nothing to fear about their downfall."

Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling sensed the unusual atmosphere in the palace, but for the time being, they couldn't quite grasp the intricacies of the conspiracy.

"It feels like an invisible hand is manipulating everything in the dark, but we can't find a clue," Xiao Ling said worriedly.

The servants in the Marquis's mansion also began to feel uneasy.

"What should we do? I feel like we're in big trouble."

Just then, Su Jinxiu noticed that one of her trusted confidants was behaving suspiciously.

"Could he be the mole?"

After some clandestine investigation, Su Jinxiu confirmed the betrayal of this trusted confidant.

However, before they could deal with this traitor, rumors spread throughout the palace that Su Jinxiu was having an affair with a foreign official.

"This is utter nonsense!" Su Jinxiu exclaimed, her face turning pale with anger.

When the emperor heard this rumor, he also had some doubts.

"Could they really have ulterior motives?"

Xiao Ling hurriedly went to the palace to explain to the emperor, but the emperor's attitude was very cold.

"I will investigate this matter myself. You may go back now."

The Hou family's businesses also suffered inexplicable suppression, and partners terminated their contracts one after another.

"There must be someone behind this."

Meanwhile, at the border, the previously stable situation became tense due to the enemy receiving mysterious support.

"Could all of this be part of a conspiracy?"

Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling found themselves in an unprecedented predicament.