Rebirth and Reversal of Fortune

Chapter 335 Frontier Threats, Volunteering for the Mission

Foreign ethnic groups on the border are stirring up trouble and threatening national security.

Just as the Marquis's mansion was struggling to deal with various internal troubles, unsettling news arrived from the border. Foreign forces, which had long coveted the Central Plains, were taking advantage of the recent power struggle within the court and the incomplete stabilization of the situation to begin a large-scale troop buildup and frequent border raids, posing a serious threat to national security.

"My lord, the border war is escalating, the situation is critical!" a scout rushed in to report.

Xiao Ling frowned, his expression grave: "These foreign tribes really know how to pick their timing."

Su Jinxiu was also deeply worried: "If the border is lost, the consequences will be unimaginable."

The imperial court urgently summoned its ministers to discuss countermeasures, and the Marquis's residence was also drawn into the matter.

"The Marquis's mansion should share the nation's burdens and work together to defend against foreign enemies," a minister suggested.

Xiao Ling knew the responsibility was heavy, but the Marquis's mansion had just experienced a palace upheaval and had not yet fully recovered.

“If we send troops now, the Marquis’s mansion may not be able to cope,” Xiao Ling said in the court.

However, the situation was urgent, and the imperial court ultimately decided to mobilize forces from all sides to form a large army and rush to the frontier.

The Marquis's residence also received orders to go on the expedition.

"This battle concerns the survival of the nation, and the Marquis's mansion has an inescapable duty," Xiao Ling made up his mind.

Meanwhile, Su Jinxiu actively prepared food and supplies in the rear to ensure the army's supply.

The Marquis's army quickly assembled and headed to the frontier. Along the way, the soldiers were in high spirits, but they were also well aware that the journey would be fraught with danger.

Upon arriving at the border, Xiao Ling discovered that the foreign forces were coming with great force and were cunning in their tactics.

"They seem to know everything about our defenses," Xiao Ling thought with suspicion.

An investigation revealed that a spy within the military had leaked intelligence to a foreign tribe.

"We must find this traitor!" Xiao Ling was furious.

In the process of tracking down the spies, the Marquis's army suffered heavy losses from multiple attacks by foreign tribes.

"We can't keep passively taking hits like this!"

Xiao Ling decided to change tactics and take the initiative.

He meticulously planned a surprise attack, dealing a heavy blow to the foreign forces.

"Let them know how powerful we are!"

However, the foreign tribes did not back down; instead, they launched an even more frenzied attack.

"This war is far more difficult than we imagined." Xiao Ling felt immense pressure.

At this moment, different voices emerged within the court, with some advocating for peace talks to avoid further escalation of the war.

"Make peace? Wouldn't that be showing weakness to foreign tribes?"

The Marquis's army was caught in a dilemma.

Xiao Ling volunteered to go to the frontier to defend against foreign enemies.

Faced with the increasingly severe situation on the frontier, Xiao Ling did not hesitate to step forward and volunteered to the court, offering to personally lead the elite troops of the Marquis's mansion to the front line to resist the invasion of foreign tribes.

"With the nation in peril, Xiao Ling is willing to share Your Majesty's burdens and safeguard the peace of our borders!" Xiao Ling declared eloquently in the court, his heroic spirit moving all who heard it.

The emperor was pleased with Xiao Ling's initiative to volunteer and immediately approved his request, granting him military power and ample supplies.

Although Su Jinxiu was worried about her husband's safety, she knew Xiao Ling's determination and sense of responsibility, and silently prepared his luggage.

"My lord, please be careful on your journey to the frontier. The Marquis's manor awaits your triumphant return," Su Jinxiu said, forcing back her tears.

Xiao Ling led the soldiers of the Marquis's mansion, traveling day and night towards the frontier. Along the way, he constantly pondered strategies for dealing with the enemy, while also boosting the morale of his soldiers.

"Brothers, behind us lies our homeland and our families. We must never allow foreign invaders to trample on our land!" Xiao Ling's words stirred the soldiers' blood.

Upon arriving at the border, Xiao Ling discovered that the situation was even worse than he had imagined. The foreign army was not only numerous but also well-equipped and fiercely fought. Meanwhile, the defending troops were exhausted and demoralized due to prolonged fighting.

"My lord, what should we do?" The generals under his command looked worried.

Xiao Ling, however, was not afraid at all. He personally inspected the defense line, learned about the enemy's situation, and formulated a series of meticulous battle plans.

On the one hand, he strengthened the city's defenses, and on the other hand, he sent out scouts to gather intelligence on the enemy.

However, the foreign tribes seemed to have noticed Xiao Ling's arrival and launched an even fiercer attack on our defenses.

"Charge! Break through the city!" The shouts of the foreign tribes echoed through the sky.

Xiao Ling personally ascended the city wall to direct the battle.

"Fire arrows! Throw stones!"

Under Xiao Ling's command, our defending troops put up a tenacious resistance and repelled the foreign invasion time and time again.

But the foreign tribes did not give up. They changed their tactics and began attacking our food supply lines.

"Oh no! The supplies have been stolen!"

Xiao Ling faced immense pressure, having to deal with enemy attacks on one hand and solve the problem of food shortages on the other.

Just then, Xiao Ling received news that some treacherous officials in the court had taken the opportunity to slander him to the emperor, saying that Xiao Ling had performed poorly in battle and demanding that the generals be replaced.

"These despicable treacherous officials are still plotting to frame the Marquis at this critical moment!" The soldiers were filled with righteous indignation.

Xiao Ling remained unmoved, firmly believing that as long as he could achieve a victory, he could shatter these rumors.

He decided to risk leaving the city and attack the enemy camp.

"This is too dangerous, my lord," the generals urged, trying to dissuade him.

Xiao Ling's mind was made up: "This is our only chance to turn the tide of the battle."

On a dark and windy night, Xiao Ling led an elite force out of the city and headed straight for the enemy camp.