Rebirth and Reversal of Fortune

Chapter 174 On the eve of the expedition

The bugle call to battle has sounded, and Xiao Ling is about to embark on his journey. On the eve of this, he sat facing Su Jinxiu, his eyes filled with reluctance.

"Jinxiu, the battlefield is extremely dangerous, and you are my biggest worry." Xiao Ling held Su Jinxiu's hand tightly, his voice full of concern.

Su Jinxiu forced back her tears and gave a resolute smile: "Brother Ling, go ahead with peace of mind. I will take good care of myself and protect the Marquis's mansion. You just need to fight bravely on the front lines and don't worry about me."

Xiao Ling gently embraced Su Jinxiu, feeling her tenderness and determination. He knew that Su Jinxiu was no ordinary woman; she possessed enough wisdom and courage to face anything.

"I have arranged for trusted men to protect you. If there is any disturbance, be sure to inform me immediately," Xiao Ling instructed.

Su Jinxiu nodded: "I understand. You must also take care of yourself and don't take any risks. I'll be waiting for your safe return."

Xiao Ling knew that this expedition was not only about the safety of the nation, but also about his future with Su Jinxiu. He secretly vowed to return victorious and give Su Jinxiu a stable life.

The day of departure finally arrived, and Xiao Ling led his army away from the capital. Su Jinxiu stood on the city wall, watching the army gradually disappear into the distance, her heart filled with mixed emotions.

Upon returning to the Marquis's residence, Su Jinxiu began to handle the affairs of the household. She knew that in Xiao Ling's absence, she had to maintain stability in the Marquis's residence and ensure that he had no worries.

Meanwhile, the power struggles within the court intensified. Some treacherous officials attempted to sabotage Xiao Ling's campaign from behind the scenes. Su Jinxiu astutely perceived this and decided to use her wisdom to protect Xiao Ling's rear.

Su Jinxiu secretly investigated the whereabouts of those treacherous officials and collected evidence of their crimes. She cleverly used her connections to form an alliance with some upright officials to jointly fight against the power of the treacherous officials.

Thanks to Su Jinxiu's efforts, the Marquis's power gradually became more stable. Her decisiveness and wisdom earned her the respect of many and deterred those treacherous officials from easily targeting the Marquis's family.

On the battlefield, Xiao Ling also faced enormous challenges. The enemy forces were numerous and their tactics were unpredictable. Xiao Ling remained calm and composed, and with his exceptional military talent, he repelled the enemy's attacks on multiple occasions.

In a fierce battle, Xiao Ling took the lead and charged ahead. His bravery inspired the soldiers, who fought valiantly and ultimately achieved victory.

When the good news reached the capital, Su Jinxiu was filled with joy and pride. She knew that Xiao Ling's efforts had not been in vain; he was fighting for the peace of the country.

However, the war situation remained grim. Xiao Ling knew that more strategy and wisdom were needed to completely defeat the enemy.

During discussions with his generals, Xiao Ling proposed a bold plan. He decided to send a surprise force to bypass enemy lines and attack their supply depots.

The plan was fraught with risk, but Xiao Ling believed that only by employing unconventional tactics could the current stalemate be broken. Under his meticulous planning, the surprise attack successfully commenced.

While waiting for news of the surprise attack, Xiao Ling felt somewhat uneasy. He knew that the success or failure of this operation was of paramount importance, not only concerning the outcome of the war but also the lives of him and his soldiers.

Finally, news arrived from the surprise attack: they had successfully raided the enemy's supply depot, inflicting heavy losses on the enemy. This news boosted the morale of the entire army, giving them hope for victory.

Xiao Ling seized this opportunity and led his army in a general offensive. With the soldiers' valiant fighting, the enemy forces suffered repeated defeats and were ultimately routed.

The war was won, and Xiao Ling returned to the capital in triumph. When he arrived back in the capital, Su Jinxiu was already waiting for him at the city gate.

Seeing Xiao Ling return safely, Su Jinxiu's eyes glistened with tears of joy. Xiao Ling quickly stepped forward and embraced her tightly.

"Jinxiu, I'm back." Xiao Ling's voice was filled with exhaustion and relief.

Su Jinxiu gently stroked Xiao Ling's face: "You've worked so hard. We can finally be reunited."

Having weathered the trials of war and political intrigue, Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu's bond deepened. They knew that they were each other's strongest support, and that no matter what difficulties they faced in the future, they would overcome them hand in hand.