Rebirth and Reversal of Fortune

Chapter 301 Foreign Enemy Covetousness, Military Deployment

The prosperity of the Marquis's mansion aroused the covetousness of neighboring enemies, who began to frequently harass the border.

Xiao Ling stood on the city wall, gazing at the billowing dust in the distance, his brow furrowed. "These foreign enemies have really seized the opportunity," he said in a heavy tone.

Su Jinxiu came to his side, her expression worried: "Husband, the Marquis's mansion has just quelled internal troubles, and now there are external threats. What should we do?"

Xiao Ling held her hand, offering her some comfort: "Don't worry, Madam, I will find a way to deal with this."

In the border villages, the people were filled with fear and packed their belongings, preparing to flee.

"I can't live like this anymore, I live in constant fear," an old man lamented.

"The Marquis's mansion will protect us, everyone don't panic!" a young soldier shouted, but his voice sounded so weak in the atmosphere of panic.

Xiao Ling immediately summoned his generals to discuss countermeasures.

"Gentlemen, the enemy is coming on strong, and we must be fully prepared," Xiao Ling said.

One of the generals said, "My lord, our forces are limited now, and I'm afraid we will be unable to resist."

Another general suggested, "Why don't we request reinforcements from the imperial court?"

After a moment of contemplation, Xiao Ling said, "We don't know when the imperial reinforcements will arrive. Let's rely on our own strength to defend ourselves for now, and at the same time send someone to deliver a message to the imperial court."

Inside the Marquis's residence, Su Jinxiu was also busy. She organized everyone in the residence to prepare food and supplies to support the front line.

"Hurry up, everyone! The soldiers at the front are waiting!" Su Jinxiu directed while personally helping with the moving.

However, the attacks from foreign enemies became increasingly fierce, and the border defenses were in grave danger.

"My lord, the enemy is too strong, we are about to be overwhelmed!" A soldier covered in blood came to report.

Xiao Ling gritted his teeth: "Follow me! We must not let the enemy set foot on our territory!"

He personally led a team of elite soldiers to the battlefield and engaged in a fierce battle with the enemy.

On the battlefield, the shouts of battle were deafening. Xiao Ling took the lead and fought bravely against the enemy.

But the enemy kept pouring in, and the Marquis's army gradually fell into a predicament.

Just at this critical moment, the imperial reinforcements finally arrived.

"Reinforcements have arrived! Charge!" Xiao Ling shouted.

With the combined efforts of imperial reinforcements and the Marquis's army, the enemy's attack was temporarily repelled.

However, they did not give up, but set up camp on the border, waiting for an opportunity to attack again.

Xiao Ling knew that this war was far from over.

Xiao Ling was in charge of military deployment, strengthening border defenses, and preparing to meet the enemy.

Xiao Ling stood inside the tent, the map in front of him marking the enemy's movements and his own defensive strongholds. His gaze was resolute, and he already had a preliminary plan in mind.

"Pass on my order to move the elite troops to the mountain pass to the east, which is the most likely place for the enemy to break through," Xiao Ling said to the general beside him.

The general bowed, accepted the order, and hurriedly left.

Xiao Ling then instructed, "Strengthen the archer deployment on the city wall, and make sure the enemy has no chance of returning."

At this moment, Su Jinxiu also arrived at the camp.

"My lord, I have made all the logistical arrangements, but the war is intense, so please take good care of yourself." Su Jinxiu's eyes were full of concern.

Xiao Ling nodded: "Don't worry, Madam, I will certainly not fail in my mission."

Under Xiao Ling's command, the soldiers sprang into action. New watchtowers were erected on high ground to detect enemy movements earlier. The trenches were dug deeper and wider, and lined with spikes.

However, the enemy also noticed Xiao Ling's strengthened defenses and began to change their strategy.

One night, the enemy sent a small force to launch a surprise attack. Fortunately, Xiao Ling was prepared and had arranged for sentries to be hidden.

"Enemy troops are attacking!" The sentry's shout shattered the tranquility of the night.

Xiao Ling immediately led his soldiers to meet the enemy, and after a fierce battle, they repelled the enemy's sneak attack.

"It seems the enemy won't give up easily; we must be even more careful," Xiao Ling said.

He readjusted the deployment again, increasing nighttime patrols and setting traps in key locations.

At the same time, Xiao Ling also sent out spies to try to obtain more intelligence on the enemy.

The spies, after overcoming numerous dangers, brought back some important information.

"My lord, the enemy seems to be waiting for reinforcements from the rear, preparing to launch a large-scale attack."

Xiao Ling frowned, pondering a solution.

He decided to take the initiative and disrupt the enemy's plans.

"Select a squad of elite soldiers to launch a night raid on the enemy's supply depot," Xiao Ling ordered.

Under the cover of night, this elite force quietly advanced towards the enemy's rear.

But on the way, they encountered an enemy patrol.

A fierce battle broke out, and the elite troops fought bravely, finally breaking through the enemy's blockade and successfully burning the enemy's supplies.

When the enemy leader learned that the supplies had been burned, he flew into a rage.

"Speed ​​up the reinforcements! We must take the border!"