Rebirth and Reversal of Fortune

Chapter 295 Business Resumes, Gu Yu Returns

With the destruction of the mysterious organization, the Hou family's business gradually returned to normal and prospered again.

The shops, once ravaged by a mysterious organization, are now bustling with customers again. In the streets and alleys, people talk about the resurgence of the Marquis's mansion, filled with anticipation for the future.

Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling personally inspected each shop, communicating with the shopkeepers and employees to understand their business operations. In a silk shop, Su Jinxiu gently stroked a beautiful piece of silk, a satisfied smile on her face.

"Manager, business has been getting better and better lately," Su Jinxiu said.

The shopkeeper quickly bowed and replied, "Thanks to the wise leadership of the Madam and the Marquis, we were able to overcome this difficulty."

Xiao Ling said from the side, "We cannot let our guard down; we must continue to ensure the quality of the goods and the service."

However, the recovery of business was not smooth sailing. Some competitors, seeing the Marquis's resurgence, became jealous and secretly sabotaged the business.

A newly opened fabric shop deliberately lowered its prices, attempting to steal customers from the Houfu Fabric Shop. The manager of the Houfu Fabric Shop reported this to Su Jinxiu with great concern.

"Madam, their prices are too low, and our business has been greatly affected," the shopkeeper said.

Su Jinxiu pondered for a moment and said, "Don't panic. We will win with quality and service. We will launch some new styles and customized services to attract high-end customers."

Meanwhile, Xiao Ling used his connections in the business world to unite with other businesses to resist malicious competition.

Thanks to the efforts of the Marquis's family, their rivals' schemes failed.

Furthermore, the Marquis's household actively expanded into new business areas. They recognized the opportunities in overseas trade and prepared to assemble a fleet to engage in trade with foreign countries.

However, this plan requires a large amount of funding and manpower.

Su Jinxiu summoned the stewards of the Marquis's residence to discuss the matter.

"This overseas trade carries considerable risk, but the potential profits are substantial. What are your thoughts?" Su Jinxiu asked.

One of the stewards said, "Madam, although the risk is great, it is worth a try given the current strength of the Marquis's mansion."

After some discussion, the Marquis's family decided to take the risk and give it a try.

They recruited experienced sailors and merchants from all over the world, and purchased ships and cargo.

The preparation process encountered numerous difficulties. The construction of the ships faced technical challenges, and the procurement of goods was hampered by price fluctuations.

But the people of the Marquis's mansion did not back down and worked together to solve the problem.

Finally, the fleet set sail successfully.

However, at sea, they encountered a storm, and several ships were damaged.

When the news reached the Marquis's residence, everyone was filled with worry.

After Gu Yu was released from prison, he harbored resentment and began to harass Su Jinxiu again, attempting to ruin her happiness.

On a gloomy day, Gu Yu appeared in front of the Marquis's mansion. He looked haggard, and his eyes revealed a sinister aura.

Su Jinxiu felt a pang of anxiety upon learning of Gu Yu's return.

"Why won't he give up?" Su Jinxiu frowned.

Xiao Ling held Su Jinxiu's hand and comforted her, "Don't be afraid, I'm here, I won't let him succeed."

Gu Yu began to appear frequently around Su Jinxiu, sometimes bumping into her on the street, sometimes spying on her outside her shop.

"Su Jinxiu, do you think you can get rid of me?" Gu Yu said viciously.

Su Jinxiu glared at him: "Gu Yu, you have made a huge mistake, and you still don't know how to repent."

Gu Yu sneered: "Repent? It's all because of you that I ended up like this."

To protect Su Jinxiu, Xiao Ling strengthened the guards of the Marquis's residence and sent people to follow Su Jinxiu at all times.

However, Gu Yu became increasingly cunning. He used various means to evade the guards and continued to harass Su Jinxiu.

Once, when Su Jinxiu went out to burn incense, Gu Yu took the opportunity to rush out and try to grab her.

"Come with me!" Gu Yu shouted.

Fortunately, the accompanying guards intervened in time and repelled Gu Yu.

But this incident frightened Su Jinxiu.

Xiao Ling was furious when she found out.

"I will make sure he can never harass you again," Xiao Ling vowed.

Xiao Ling began investigating Gu Yu's whereabouts and background after his release from prison, and discovered that he was colluding with some criminals.

"It seems he came prepared," Xiao Ling thought to himself.

Gu Yu constantly sent threatening messages to Su Jinxiu, making her live in constant fear.

The atmosphere in the Marquis's mansion became tense, and the servants were all very careful, afraid of making any mistakes.

Gu Yu has turned Su Jinxiu's life into a mess, and she is becoming increasingly mentally exhausted.

"This can't go on any longer." Xiao Ling decided to take the initiative.

He set a trap to lure Gu Yu into it.

Gu Yu fell for the trap and stormed into the Marquis's residence with his accomplices.

However, what awaited them was an ambush that the Marquis's mansion had already prepared.

"Gu Yu, your end is nigh," Xiao Ling said.

A fierce fight broke out, and Gu Yu and his group were gradually outmatched.

In the end, Gu Yu was subdued.