Rebirth and Reversal of Fortune

Chapter 104 Family Shake-Up, Su Yue's Struggle

That day, the atmosphere in the main hall of the Marquis's residence was heavy. Su Jinxiu stood before everyone, displaying the evidence in her hands one by one. Each piece of evidence struck the hearts of everyone present like a heavy hammer blow.

"I never imagined that our Marquis's mansion would be caught up in such a huge conspiracy," an elder murmured to himself, his face full of shock and worry.

All eyes turned to Su Jinxiu, filled with admiration, gratitude, and guilt.

“Madam Su Jinxiu, your perseverance and courage put us to shame,” a butler-like man said first. “We hope you will not take our previous doubts and misunderstandings to heart.”

Su Jinxiu shook her head slightly: "Now is not the time to talk about these things. Our most urgent task is to deal with the situation that is about to unfold."

However, things weren't entirely harmonious within the Marquis's residence. Some people with ulterior motives began to plot their own schemes.

"With the situation so chaotic, we might as well plan our escape route as soon as possible," some people whispered among themselves.

"Hmph, can Su Jinxiu, a woman, really manage the affairs of this Marquis's mansion? I think she'd be better off siding with another power."

These remarks reached Su Jinxiu's ears. Although she was angry, she knew that internal strife could not be allowed at this moment.

"Listen to me, everyone," Su Jinxiu said loudly. "The Marquis's mansion has weathered many storms, and although it is now facing numerous crises, as long as we unite as one, we will surely overcome these difficulties."

Xiao Ling also stood up to support Su Jinxiu: "Madam is right. If anyone wants to betray the Marquis's mansion now, don't blame me, Xiao Ling, for being impolite!"

Under the firm stance of Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling, the wavering hearts of those who were wavering were temporarily calmed down.

Meanwhile, the situation in the imperial court became increasingly tense. The release of the evidence made the powerful minister behind the scenes feel threatened, and he began to accelerate his actions.

"Report! The imperial court has ordered an investigation into the Marquis's residence," a scout rushed in to report.

Su Jinxiu frowned: "This is their usual trick, they want to use it to suppress the Marquis's Mansion."

Xiao Ling said, "We can't just sit here and wait to die; we have to find a way to deal with it."

Therefore, Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling actively prepared for the court's investigation while continuing to search for more evidence to thoroughly expose the powerful minister's conspiracy.

During this process, Su Jinxiu constantly received various threats and temptations.

"As long as you give it up, you can enjoy wealth and glory."

"If you don't know what's good for you, don't blame us for being ruthless."

But Su Jinxiu remained unmoved. She had only one belief in her heart: to clear the Hou family's name and protect the family's honor.

One night, Su Jinxiu was studying evidence in her study when she suddenly felt dizzy.

"Madam, you're too tired, you should rest," the maid said worriedly.

Su Jinxiu shook her head: "No, time is of the essence, I can't rest."

Just then, the study door was pushed open, and a mysterious figure walked in...

Su Yue was originally a powerful figure in the Marquis's mansion, wielding considerable influence through her cleverness and cunning. However, as Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling continued to uncover the truth, the power she relied on gradually crumbled, and her position became increasingly precarious.

"No, I can't just sit here and wait to die." Su Yue paced back and forth in her room, looking flustered.

Her first thought was to win over those who had colluded with her in the past, in an attempt to rebuild her own power.

"Manager Wang, I'm in dire straits right now, you can't just stand by and watch me die!" Su Yue pleaded desperately with Manager Wang in front of her.

Manager Wang looked troubled: "Miss Su Yue, given the current situation, I am barely able to protect myself."

Su Yue then approached several other former allies, but received similar responses from them all.

In desperation, Su Yue decided to take a risk. She secretly sneaked into the study of the Marquis's mansion, hoping to find some evidence or secrets that would be of her own interest in order to threaten Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling.

However, her actions had already been noticed by Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling.

"Su Yue, how dare you!" Xiao Ling suddenly appeared at the study door and shouted angrily.

Su Yue was so frightened that she collapsed to the ground: "My lord, spare my life! I had no choice."

Xiao Ling looked at her coldly: "The crimes you have committed are unforgivable."

Su Yue was imprisoned, but she did not give up the struggle. In her cell, she racked her brains day and night, recalling everything she knew, trying to find a chance to turn her life around.

One day, she suddenly remembered a secret she had forgotten.

"Perhaps, this is my lifeline." A glimmer of hope flashed in Su Yue's eyes.

It turned out that she had overheard information about the whereabouts of a mysterious fortune belonging to the Marquis's mansion. She decided to use this secret to negotiate with Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling.

"If you release me, I will tell you where that fortune is," Su Yue said to Su Jinxiu, who had come to visit her.

Su Jinxiu smiled slightly: "Su Yue, do you think you can escape punishment like this?"

Su Yue said through gritted teeth, "Then you'll never get that fortune."

Su Jinxiu fell into deep thought. She knew the importance of that fortune to the Marquis's mansion, but she couldn't easily let Su Yue go.

Just as Su Jinxiu was hesitating, the Marquis's mansion faced a new crisis.

"Madam, something terrible has happened! A group of soldiers have arrived outside, saying they are here to search the Marquis's residence." A servant rushed in to report.

Su Jinxiu's heart tightened: "It seems the enemy is not willing to give up easily."

In this time of internal and external difficulties, what choice should Su Jinxiu make? And can Su Yue find a glimmer of hope with this secret?