Rebirth and Reversal of Fortune

Chapter 118 Unexpected Visitor, Secret Mission

Just as the family gathering at the Marquis's mansion was in full swing, a stranger dressed in a black robe, whose face was mostly obscured by shadows, appeared at the entrance of the mansion.

"I want to see Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu." His voice was low and hoarse.

The guards looked at each other, wondering what this person's purpose was, but seeing his serious expression, they dared not be negligent and hurriedly went to report.

Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu were both taken aback when they heard that a stranger was requesting an audience. In this lively gathering, this uninvited guest seemed particularly out of place.

"Let him in," Xiao Ling said.

The man in black robes walked into the courtyard amidst the curious gazes of the crowd. His eyes swept over everyone present, finally settling on Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu.

"I have important news to tell you," the man in black said in a low voice.

Xiao Ling frowned: "What news?"

The man in black robes looked around: "There are too many people here, could we speak in private?"

Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu exchanged a glance, nodded, and led the man in black robes to a secluded room.

"Speak," Su Jinxiu said.

The man in black robes took a deep breath: "Someone is plotting in the shadows to harm the Marquis's mansion."

Xiao Ling's expression hardened: "Who are you? What are you plotting?"

The man in black shook his head: "I don't know the specifics, but I overheard some of their conversation, and it seems to be a huge conspiracy."

Su Jinxiu pondered for a moment: "Why are you telling us this?"

The man in black sneered, "I also have a grudge against the person behind this, and I don't want to see them succeed."

Xiao Ling said, "Thank you for reminding me, but this matter still needs further investigation."

The man in black robes nodded: "That's all I can say. Whether you believe it or not is up to you." With that, he turned and left the room.

Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu fell into deep thought, a shadow hanging over their hearts by this mysterious news.

Back at the party, Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu forced smiles, not wanting the guests to notice anything amiss. But their hearts were filled with worry.

After the party ended, Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu immediately began investigating the matter.

"Send someone to investigate the identity of this man in black," Xiao Ling ordered.

"Also, strengthen the defenses of the Marquis's residence, just in case," Su Jinxiu added.

However, the investigation process was not smooth.

"Sir, we can't find any information about this man in black robes; it's as if he appeared out of thin air," the subordinate reported.

“Keep investigating, there must be clues,” Xiao Ling said.

Just then, a series of strange things happened in the Marquis's residence.

Some important documents have disappeared without a trace, and servants in the mansion are disappearing one after another.

"What exactly is going on?" Su Jinxiu was extremely anxious.

Meanwhile, rumors also began to circulate in the imperial court that were unfavorable to the Marquis's residence.

"I've heard that the Marquis's household is suspected of embezzlement and bribery, and the Emperor has already begun to pay attention to this matter."

Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu knew they had to find the mastermind behind this as soon as possible, or the Marquis's mansion would face annihilation...

Just as the Marquis's mansion was shrouded in a series of mysterious events, and Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu were at their wits' end, a secret imperial edict from the palace arrived at the mansion.

"Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu, receive the imperial decree!" The sharp voice of the eunuch delivering the decree rang out in the main hall of the Marquis's residence.

Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu hurriedly knelt down to receive the imperial decree.

"I have heard that the Marquis's residence has recently experienced many upheavals, but I have a secret mission for you two. It is of great importance and must be investigated in secret, without any leaks. If you succeed, I will reward you handsomely." The eunuch read out the emperor's decree.

Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu exchanged glances, their hearts filled with doubt, but they still respectfully replied, "Your subject obeys the decree and will certainly not fail in his mission."

After the eunuch delivering the decree left, Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu returned to their study and began to discuss the matter.

"This secret mission is suspicious. I wonder what His Majesty is referring to." Xiao Ling frowned.

Su Jinxiu pondered for a moment and said, "Perhaps it is related to the various things that the Marquis's mansion has encountered recently."

Xiao Ling nodded: "It's not impossible. But since the Emperor hasn't said so explicitly, we can only start with the clues we already know."

They decided to start their investigation with the missing documents and servants.

After some investigation, they discovered that these disappearances were not accidental, but rather meticulously planned by someone behind the scenes.

"It seems the person behind this has considerable power, able to do this right under the nose of the Marquis's mansion," Su Jinxiu said worriedly.

Xiao Ling comforted him, "Don't be afraid, we'll handle it carefully."

During the investigation, they discovered some clues that seemed to point to a powerful figure in the imperial court.

"Could it be him? But he holds a high position and wields great power, why would he target the Marquis's mansion?" Xiao Ling wondered.

Su Jinxiu analyzed, "Perhaps it's related to the secret mission we've taken on."

In order to obtain more evidence, Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu decided to venture into the lion's den.

They disguised themselves and infiltrated the mansions of the powerful and wealthy.

However, their actions aroused the other side's vigilance.

"There are strangers spying in the mansion! Search!" At this command, the guards in the mansion began to search everywhere.

Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu hid in the shadows, not daring to breathe.

"Oh no, we've been discovered!" Xiao Ling grabbed Su Jinxiu and began to flee desperately.

The pursuers were getting closer and closer, and the situation was extremely critical.

Just then, a mysterious person appeared and helped them escape their pursuers.

"Thank you for your help," Xiao Ling said.

The mysterious man smiled slightly: "No need to be polite, I'm just following orders."

Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu were even more puzzled. Who exactly was this mysterious person? And on whose orders were they sent to help them?

Before they could even figure it out, new dangers followed one after another...