Rebirth and Reversal of Fortune

Chapter 203 Internal Conflicts

Disagreements arose within the Marquis's household regarding the handling of certain matters, leading to internal conflicts.

This disagreement stemmed from differing views on the future direction of the Marquis's residence. One side believed that the residence should continue to actively participate in court affairs and leverage its power to expand its influence; the other side advocated for a low-key approach, focusing on the residence's own management and development.

Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling were caught in a dilemma. Su Jinxiu preferred to maintain a certain level of influence in the court, believing that this would help the Marquis's mansion acquire more resources and information; while Xiao Ling worried that excessive involvement in court disputes would bring potential dangers to the Marquis's mansion.

The staff and retainers in the manor also took sides and argued endlessly. The originally harmonious atmosphere in the manor became tense, and the handling of daily affairs was also affected.

To resolve this conflict, Su Jinxiu decided to convene a public discussion with everyone.

During the meeting, the parties spoke heatedly and refused to yield to each other. Those who supported active participation in court affairs listed the various benefits that the Marquis's Mansion had gained in the past, emphasizing that only by closely following the direction of the court could the Marquis's Mansion stand firm in the ever-changing situation.

Those advocating for low-key development pointed out that the court situation is complex and volatile, and excessive involvement could easily backfire. It would be better to focus on the internal business operations of the Marquis's residence to ensure a solid foundation.

Su Jinxiu listened attentively to the opinions of all parties, constantly weighing the pros and cons in her mind. Xiao Ling, on the other hand, had a solemn expression, pondering how to reconcile these two diametrically opposed viewpoints.

Just as the discussion reached a stalemate, an old steward stepped forward. He reviewed the history of the Marquis's mansion, pointing out that the mansion had adopted different strategies at different times, and should now make a wise choice based on the current situation.

His words made everyone think deeply.

Su Jinxiu realized that simply arguing would not solve the problem; a compromise solution needed to be found.

She suggested that they could participate in court affairs to a certain extent, but should remain cautious, while increasing investment and innovation in the internal industries of the Marquis's residence, so as to balance internal and external affairs.

However, this proposal did not receive universal approval. Some radical retainers believed it was too conservative and would not fully utilize the advantages of the Marquis's mansion; while some conservative advisors felt it was still too risky.

The internal conflicts were not completely resolved by this discussion; on the contrary, they tended to escalate.

Some retainers began to secretly form factions, attempting to expand their own power. The daily management of the Marquis's mansion became chaotic, and decision-making became inefficient.

Xiao Ling was furious about this. He warned everyone that if they continued to undermine the unity of the Marquis's mansion for personal gain, they would be severely punished.

But this did not completely quell the internal strife.

At the same time, the external situation of the Marquis's mansion also became severe. Seeing the internal conflicts within the mansion, rivals took the opportunity to suppress the mansion's businesses and attempt to weaken its power.

Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling are facing both external pressures and internal conflicts, leaving them overwhelmed.

At this critical juncture, a young member of the Marquis's household stepped forward. He proposed a brand-new development plan that could satisfy both the activists' desire to expand the Marquis's household's influence and the conservatives' expectations for stable management.

This plan gave everyone hope and provided a possible direction for resolving internal conflicts.

Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling decided to use this as a basis to further improve the plan and implement it within the Marquis's residence.

However, numerous difficulties were encountered during the implementation process.

Some old power structures have been disrupted, causing discontent among some people.

Can Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling overcome these difficulties, resolve internal conflicts, and get the Marquis's mansion back on track?