Rebirth and Reversal of Fortune

Chapter 86 Joint Response

Faced with the Wang family's relentless pressure, Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu knew that only by uniting could they overcome the difficulties.

Su Jinxiu worked tirelessly day and night in the mansion, devising countermeasures. She meticulously analyzed every move the Wang family made, trying to find their weaknesses. "The Wang family has come with such force this time; they must have a mastermind behind them. We must be careful and not act rashly," Su Jinxiu said to Xiao Ling with a solemn expression.

Xiao Ling nodded, his eyes filled with determination: "Madam, rest assured, I am prepared to fight the Wang family to the death."

They first strengthened ties with other families, attempting to form an alliance to jointly oppose the Wang family. Su Jinxiu personally visited several families with long-standing ties to the Marquis's mansion.

"Now that the Marquis's mansion is in trouble, I hope you can lend a helping hand. I will definitely repay you in the future," Su Jinxiu said earnestly.

Some families, remembering past favors, agreed to provide covert support. However, others, fearing the Wang family's power, chose to remain on the sidelines.

Inside the manor, Xiao Ling reorganized his troops and intensified their training to prevent the Wang family from resorting to force in a desperate situation.

"Soldiers, the honor and survival of the Marquis's Mansion depend on this battle. We must let the enemy know that the Marquis's Mansion cannot be bullied!" Xiao Ling shouted, encouraging his soldiers on the training ground.

At the same time, Su Jinxiu did not relax her control over public opinion. She arranged for people to spread favorable news about the Marquis's mansion throughout the capital, attempting to change public opinion.

"The Wang family, for their own selfish gain, framed loyal and virtuous people; it is truly despicable!"

"The Marquis's family has been loyal and virtuous for generations, making great contributions to the court. How can they be harmed by villains!"

These messages gradually spread throughout the capital, and the public's sympathy and support for the Marquis's family gradually increased.

However, the Wang family did not stop their attacks. They bribed some officials in the court to slander the Marquis's residence to the emperor again, saying that the Marquis's family had rebellious intentions.

Upon hearing this, the emperor was furious and ordered another thorough investigation of the Marquis's residence.

When this news arrived, everyone in the Marquis's mansion was filled with unease.

"What should we do? The emperor has become suspicious of us," an advisor said worriedly.

Xiao Ling slammed his fist on the table in anger: "Hmph, the Wang family is truly heartless and insane!"

After a moment of contemplation, Su Jinxiu said, "We cannot panic now. We must find a way to meet with the emperor and explain the truth to him."

After much effort, Su Jinxiu finally arranged for Xiao Ling to have an audience with the emperor through an old acquaintance in the palace.

Before the emperor, Xiao Ling tearfully recounted the Marquis's loyalty and the Wang family's conspiracy.

After hearing this, the emperor fell into deep thought.

Just then, another urgent report came from the border: the enemy was launching another large-scale operation.

Taking the opportunity, Xiao Ling volunteered: "Your Majesty, I am willing to lead the Marquis's troops to the border once again to fight against the enemy and prove the Marquis's loyalty!"

After much hesitation, the emperor finally granted Xiao Ling's request.

Xiao Ling led the Marquis's troops swiftly to the border, while Su Jinxiu remained in the capital to continue dealing with the Wang family's conspiracy.

On the border battlefield, Xiao Ling led from the front, fighting bravely against the enemy. After a fierce battle, they finally repelled the enemy forces.

Meanwhile, in the capital, Su Jinxiu was not idle either. She finally found evidence of the Wang family's corruption, bribery, and factionalism, and presented it to the emperor.

Upon reading this, the emperor was furious and ordered the Wang family to be severely punished.

The Marquis's mansion finally escaped danger in this crisis, but they knew that the road ahead was still long...