Rebirth and Reversal of Fortune

Chapter 403 The Situation in the Palace, Supporting the Front Lines

Su Jinxiu also faces covert suppression from some forces within the palace.

Within the palace, the surface appeared calm, but beneath lay a turbulent undercurrent. Although Su Jinxiu was concerned for Xiao Ling at the front lines, she herself was deeply embroiled in the palace intrigues.

Those concubines who were jealous of Su Jinxiu took advantage of Xiao Ling's absence on a military expedition to gang up on her and make things difficult for her.

"Su Jinxiu, your general's life hangs in the balance on the front lines. What makes you so impressive now?" a concubine said sarcastically.

Su Jinxiu remained calm and retorted, "My husband fights for the country, which is a noble cause. How can you speak nonsense here?"

However, this was just the beginning. They deliberately ostracized Su Jinxiu on various occasions, embarrassing her in front of everyone.

"There's no place for you at this banquet."

Even some palace maids and eunuchs were now outwardly compliant but inwardly defiant towards her, no longer as respectful as before.

Su Jinxiu knew that there must be a more powerful force manipulating things behind the scenes.

At the same time, some ministers in the court began to slander the emperor.

"Your Majesty, Xiao Ling has been fighting for a long time without success, and I'm afraid his wife is also restless in the palace."

Although the emperor still trusted Su Jinxiu, these remarks inevitably made him suspicious.

Su Jinxiu's days in the palace became increasingly difficult, as her every move was monitored.

"Madam, we must be careful," the maidservant beside her said worriedly.

Su Jinxiu firmly replied, "I am upright and have nothing to fear. They will not be able to bring me down easily."

In order to gain a foothold in the palace, Su Jinxiu had to be more cautious. She tried to befriend some neutral concubines and ministers in an attempt to find support.

"I hope my sister can lend me a hand at a crucial moment."

At the same time, she also used her wisdom to see through the enemy's plots time and time again.

On one occasion, the enemy deliberately placed some contraband in her residence in an attempt to frame her.

"Hmph, you think you can fool me with such a little trick?" Su Jinxiu discovered and disposed of the items in time, thwarting the enemy's plot.

Meanwhile, on the front lines, Xiao Ling's battle situation remained deadlocked.

"General, will the palace be a threat to us?" a soldier asked worriedly.

Xiao Ling's gaze was firm: "We only need to focus on the battle, and I believe that Madam can handle the affairs in the palace."

Su Jinxiu worked hard to raise supplies for the front lines to support Xiao Ling's army.

Despite facing numerous difficulties and suppression within the palace, Su Jinxiu never forgot her mission. Knowing the hardships endured by the soldiers on the front lines, she decided to do everything in her power to raise supplies for Xiao Ling's army.

Su Jinxiu first found some merchants who had previously received favors from the Marquis's mansion.

"The fighting on the front lines is intense right now, and we hope that you can lend a helping hand and donate some supplies," Su Jinxiu said earnestly.

These merchants, grateful for the past kindness shown to them by the Marquis's family, generously donated money.

"Don't worry, Madam Su, we will do our best to help."

However, the supplies collected were far from enough. Su Jinxiu then began to travel to every corner of the palace, seeking help.

She found some of the concubines with whom she had a good relationship.

"Sisters, the soldiers on the front lines are fighting bloody battles for the country, and we in the palace cannot sit idly by."

Some of the concubines were moved by her sincerity and took out their private savings and jewelry.

"Sister Su, this is a small token of my appreciation."

However, some concubines made sarcastic remarks.

"How much supplies do you think you can gather?"

Su Jinxiu remained unmoved and continued her efforts.

She even personally participated in the procurement and transportation of supplies, working tirelessly.

"We must ensure that these supplies are delivered to the front lines as soon as possible."

During this process, Su Jinxiu also encountered many difficulties.

Someone secretly sabotaged the collection of supplies, resulting in the loss or damage of some supplies.

"What should I do?"

But Su Jinxiu did not give up. She strengthened the supervision of the supplies to ensure that no further problems would arise.

Finally, batches of supplies were sent to the front lines.

When Xiao Ling received the supplies, he was filled with emotion and fighting spirit.

"Soldiers, with Madam supporting us so much from the rear, we must fight bravely and live up to her expectations!"

Meanwhile, in the palace, Su Jinxiu's actions aroused jealousy and resentment among some people.

"She managed to gather so many supplies; we can't let her succeed."

They began plotting a new scheme to stop Su Jinxiu from continuing to support the front lines.