Chapter 65: The Gathering Storm
Lin Yuer's influence continues to expand, but so too does the opposition. The rival factions in the capital have now fully aligned against her, and whispers of a coordinated attack circulate in the shadows. While Lin Yuer has dealt with numerous challenges before, this time the stakes feel even higher. The nobles, realizing that they cannot defeat her through direct means, begin using more subtle tactics to undermine her.
Her business operations face constant sabotage—products are damaged during transport, and false rumors about the quality of her goods spread throughout the city. These challenges, however, only fuel Lin Yuer's resolve to fight back harder. She knows that the political game is won by the ability to turn obstacles into opportunities. Instead of retreating, she rallies her allies, bolstering her defenses with even more strategic initiatives.
With Wei Li now firmly by her side, Lin Yuer begins to put together a plan to weaken the nobles' alliances. Her strategy involves turning their allies against them, creating divisions within their ranks. Wei Li, with his deep knowledge of court politics, helps Lin Yuer navigate the labyrinth of shifting loyalties, securing key nobles who have grown disillusioned with the current power structure.