Rebirth and Reversal of Fortune

Chapter 156 Setting a Trap to Lure the Enemy

Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling devised a scheme, deliberately releasing false information to lure the enemy into revealing their true intentions.

To ensure the scheme was flawless, Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling meticulously planned every detail. They knew that the enemy was cunning and treacherous, and the slightest carelessness would not only fail to lure them in but also put them in an even more dangerous situation.

"This message must be delivered at just the right moment, so as not to arouse suspicion from the enemy, yet also to make them feel that there is an opportunity to take advantage of it," Su Jinxiu said with a firm gaze.

Xiao Ling nodded in agreement: "Don't worry, Madam. I have arranged the most reliable people to spread the news, and I guarantee that nothing will go wrong."

The false information quickly spread in secret, and as they had expected, the enemy did indeed take action.

"According to our scouts, the enemy has begun mobilizing their forces and seems to be preparing to take action." Upon receiving the news, Xiao Ling immediately discussed the matter with Su Jinxiu.

Su Jinxiu smiled slightly: "Very good, the fish have taken the bait, now it's up to us to reel them in."

However, the enemy was no pushover either; they remained highly vigilant while carrying out their operation.

"Be careful, this might be a trap set by the Marquis's mansion," warned one of the enemy's strategists.

But greed and desire ultimately prevailed, and the enemy decided to take the risk.

Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling closely monitored the enemy's every move, constantly adjusting their plans based on the enemy's reactions.

“The enemy has advanced in the direction we set, but their speed has slowed down, and they seem to be hesitating,” Xiao Ling said.

Su Jinxiu pondered for a moment: "Increase the intensity of the bait to completely lower their guard."

As a result, another wave of false information was released, and the enemy finally couldn't hold back any longer and accelerated their pace.

Just when the enemy thought they were about to succeed, Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling suddenly launched an attack.

"Kill!" Xiao Ling gave the order, and the Marquis's elite troops poured out from all directions, surrounding the enemy.

The enemy then realized they had fallen into a trap, but it was too late.

"How dare you plot against us!" the enemy leader shouted angrily.

Su Jinxiu said coldly, "This is your own doing, and today is your doomsday."

A fierce battle broke out, and the soldiers of the Marquis's mansion fought bravely, causing the enemy to retreat in defeat.

But the enemy was not willing to accept defeat and fought desperately, trying to find a breakthrough to break through.

"We can't let them get away! We can't let a single one escape!" Xiao Ling shouted.

Under the command of Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling, the soldiers of the Marquis's mansion were in high spirits and gradually gained the upper hand.

However, just as victory was within reach, an unexpected event occurred.

One of the generals of the Marquis's mansion suddenly betrayed the Marquis, leading a group of soldiers to turn against him, and the situation instantly became tense.

"What's going on?" Xiao Ling asked, his eyes wide with anger.

Su Jinxiu calmly analyzed, "It seems the enemy has also planted spies within our ranks. Let's stabilize our position and resolve the immediate crisis first."

Xiao Ling immediately adjusted the deployment, concentrating his forces to deal with the traitorous soldiers and enemies.

After a hard-fought battle, the rebellion was finally quelled, and the enemy was completely annihilated.

However, the Marquis's mansion also paid a heavy price for this, with many soldiers killed or wounded.

"Although we have won this time, we cannot let our guard down. The enemy will not give up easily," Su Jinxiu said.

Looking at the corpses scattered on the ground, Xiao Ling was filled with grief and indignation: "Madam is right. We must strengthen our defenses to prevent the enemy from attacking again."

This battle enhanced the reputation of the Marquis's mansion, but it also attracted more jealousy and hatred.

Some factions within the imperial court began to covet the Marquis's residence, attempting to find an opportunity to suppress it.

"The Marquis's mansion is currently too prominent, which has aroused the dissatisfaction of many people."

"We must be careful and not give them any opportunity to take advantage of us."

Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling knew that the road ahead was full of challenges and crises, but they were not afraid and were determined to continue fighting for the glory and dignity of the Marquis's mansion.

In the days that followed, Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling focused on two aspects: firstly, reorganizing the Marquis's residence and strengthening its management and training; secondly, actively cultivating relationships with upright officials in the court to gain more support.

However, the enemy did not give them much of a chance to breathe.

A new conspiracy is brewing in the shadows. What kind of crisis and test will the Marquis's mansion face next?