Although he successfully resisted this time, Xiao Yichen knew that Murong Xuan would not give up easily, and began to think about how to deal with the bigger trouble that might come. Lin Wan'er also offered suggestions from the side.

The atmosphere in the study of the general's mansion was heavy. Xiao Yichen paced back and forth in the room with his hands behind his back, his brows furrowed, pondering Murong Xuan's possible next move. Lin Wan'er sat beside him, her gaze following Xiao Yichen's movements, equally lost in thought.

"Murong Xuan will be furious after this setback. He might unite with other forces to fight against Rong Kingdom. We must prepare in advance and strengthen our diplomatic strategy," Xiao Yichen said firmly, breaking the silence.

Lin Wan'er nodded slightly: "Young Master Xiao is absolutely right. We can first befriend some of the smaller neighboring countries, offering them certain benefits and protection in exchange for their support or neutrality at crucial moments. At the same time, we must also pay close attention to Liang's attitude. After all, we are now in an alliance, but people's hearts are unpredictable, so we must be cautious."

Xiao Yichen stopped and looked at Lin Wan'er: "Miss Lin is right. I will immediately arrange for envoys to go to the surrounding small countries to carry out diplomatic activities. As for Liang, I will also personally communicate with their king to strengthen the foundation of trust in the alliance."

Just then, Chen Feng hurriedly entered the study: "Young Master, we have received news that Murong Xuan is recruiting soldiers on a large scale within the Mu Kingdom to expand his army. He also seems to be secretly developing a new type of siege weapon, the power of which should not be underestimated."

Xiao Yichen's eyes narrowed: "It seems that Murong Xuan wants to crush us militarily. Mr. Chen, you should quickly strengthen the city's defenses, increase the number of catapults, ballistae, and other defensive weapons, and at the same time train the soldiers on how to deal with new siege weapons."

"Yes, young master." Chen Feng accepted the order and left.

Lin Wan'er frowned: "Young Master Xiao, I'm worried that Murong Xuan's plans are not limited to military matters. He may also create chaos within Rong Kingdom, incite the people to oppose the court, or use spies to sabotage our food supplies and military facilities."

Xiao Yichen pondered for a moment: "Miss Lin's reminder is timely. We need to strengthen security management domestically, investigate suspicious persons, and especially increase manpower to guard important locations such as grain warehouses and armories day and night. In addition, we can organize some propaganda activities to explain Murong Xuan's conspiracy to the people and make them firmly stand on the side of the court."

Afterwards, Xiao Yichen became busy. On the one hand, he dispatched envoys to various countries, bringing generous gifts and friendly letters to express Rong Kingdom's desire to establish peaceful and friendly relations; on the other hand, he personally inspected the capital to check the implementation of various defense measures and to appease the people's emotions.

Lin Wan'er used her mind-reading ability to search every corner of the capital for any spies or suspicious individuals belonging to Murong Xuan. She moved through the crowds, not missing a single, subtle clue.

One day, Lin Wan'er discovered several suspicious individuals in an inn in the capital. Approaching them, she used her mind-reading ability to perceive their thoughts. She discovered that these people were discussing how to poison the capital's water supply to incite panic among the people.

Lin Wan'er was startled. She left the inn without making a sound and quickly informed Xiao Yichen of the situation. Upon hearing this, Xiao Yichen immediately ordered the inn to be sealed off and the suspicious individuals arrested.

After interrogation, these suspicious individuals were indeed spies sent by Murong Xuan. Under Murong Xuan's orders, they infiltrated the capital of Rong Kingdom, attempting to sabotage the capital's water supply and create chaos.

Looking at the captured spy, Xiao Yichen was furious: "Murong Xuan, how could you be so despicable! You want to use such underhanded means to deal with Rong Kingdom."

He knew that this was just the tip of the iceberg of Murong Xuan's conspiracy. In order to guard against possible subsequent attacks by Murong Xuan, Xiao Yichen decided to take the initiative and send an elite special forces unit deep into the territory of the Mu Kingdom to sabotage Murong Xuan's recruitment plan and the development of new siege weapons.

This special forces unit was composed of highly skilled, resourceful, and courageous soldiers personally selected by Xiao Yichen. Under the cover of night, they quietly infiltrated the Mu Kingdom.

Within the territory of the Mu Kingdom, the special forces carefully avoided the patrol routes of Murong Xuan's guards and advanced towards their target. They first arrived at a camp where Murong Xuan was recruiting soldiers.

The captain observed the layout and guards of the camp, then whispered to his team members, "We'll split into two groups. One group will create chaos to distract the guards; the other group will sneak into the camp and burn their recruitment roster and supplies."

The team members nodded and followed their captain's instructions. The first group made noise outside the camp, attracting the attention of the guards. The guards rushed towards the source of the sound to investigate.

The second group of team members seized the opportunity to infiltrate the camp. They quickly located the recruitment roster and the storage of supplies. One member took out a tinderbox and set the supplies ablaze. The fire quickly spread, illuminating the entire camp.

The officers recruiting soldiers panicked when they saw the camp on fire. They organized their soldiers to fight the fire while trying to capture the enemy who had infiltrated the camp.

After completing their mission, the special forces quickly withdrew from the camp. They continued their search within the territory of the Mu Kingdom for the location where Murong Xuan was developing new siege weapons.

After some investigation, they finally found a secret workshop hidden in a valley. The workshop was heavily guarded, with a large number of soldiers protecting it.

Looking at the situation before him, the captain thought for a moment and then said, "We can't force our way in this time. We'll set up traps around the area first, then use the terrain to our advantage to shoot the guards with arrows and lure them out of the workshop. Then we'll take the opportunity to sneak in and sabotage the siege equipment."

The team members immediately sprang into action, setting various traps around the workshop. Then, they hid on the hillside and began firing arrows at the guards.

The guards were attacked and rushed up the hillside. During their run, many triggered traps, resulting in heavy casualties.

Seeing that the time was right, the special forces quickly stormed the workshop. Inside, they found the new siege weapon under development and destroyed it all.

After completing their mission, the special forces successfully returned to Rong Kingdom. Their actions dealt a significant blow to Murong Xuan, delaying his offensive plans.

Xiao Yichen highly praised the special forces' heroic performance: "You are all heroes of Rong Kingdom! This operation successfully weakened Murong Xuan's strength and bought us more time."

However, Murong Xuan was even more furious after learning that his plan had been ruined. He decided to launch an attack ahead of schedule, disregarding the fact that his army was not yet fully prepared.

"Xiao Yichen, I will show you the consequences of opposing me!" Murong Xuan roared.

He led his army toward the border of Rong Kingdom. The border guards of Rong Kingdom discovered Murong Xuan's army approaching and immediately lit beacon fires to send an alarm to the capital.

Upon learning the news, Xiao Yichen quickly assembled his army and headed to the border to meet the enemy. He knew this would be an extremely difficult battle, but he was fearless and determined to fight Murong Xuan to the death and protect the peace and tranquility of the Rong Kingdom.

On the border battlefield, Xiao Yichen led the Rong Kingdom army, ready for battle. Murong Xuan's army surged in like a tidal wave, their battle cries shaking the heavens and the earth.

The battle erupted instantly, with soldiers from both sides engaging in fierce combat. Murong Xuan's army, with its numerical advantage, launched wave after wave of relentless attacks. However, under Xiao Yichen's command, the Rong Kingdom's army resisted stubbornly and refused to retreat.

Lin Wan'er used her mind-reading ability to sense the battle intentions of Murong Xuan's army generals from the rear and promptly relayed the intelligence to Xiao Yichen.

"Young Master Xiao, Murong Xuan's left flank is about to launch an attack. You need to strengthen the defense of the right flank," Lin Wan'er shouted.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yichen immediately adjusted his tactics, ordering the right-wing army to strengthen its defenses and successfully repelling the charge of Murong Xuan's left-wing army.

During the battle, Xiao Yichen discovered that although Murong Xuan's army was numerous, their morale was low. He realized that this was a result of Murong Xuan's eagerness to attack and the soldiers' lack of preparation.

"Brothers, Murong Xuan's army may seem strong, but it's all bark and no bite. As long as we hold our ground, they will surely be defeated!" Xiao Yichen shouted, encouraging his soldiers.

Inspired by Xiao Yichen, the soldiers' morale soared, and they fought even more bravely against the enemy. They defended the territory of Rong Kingdom with their lives, engaging in a fierce battle with Murong Xuan's army.

The battle lasted all day, with heavy casualties on both sides. However, under Xiao Yichen's command, the Rong Kingdom's army held its ground and prevented Murong Xuan's army from advancing an inch.

As night fell, both sides temporarily ceased hostilities. Xiao Yichen knew that this battle was far from over, and an even fiercer battle would follow tomorrow. He returned to his tent and discussed tomorrow's battle plan with his generals, preparing to meet the new challenges and protect the fate of Rong Kingdom.

Upon learning of the prince's failed plan, the Mu Kingdom was abuzz with discussion throughout the court. In the magnificent palace, ministers gathered, the atmosphere heavy and noisy.

"Your Highness's actions this time were far too rash. You failed to fully consider the changes in strength after the alliance between Rong and Liang, resulting in heavy losses for our Mu Kingdom. This was truly unwise." An elderly minister with white hair stepped forward first, his words earnest, his eyes filled with worry and dissatisfaction. He was highly respected in the court and had served Murong Xuan's late king. Seeing the prince's radical actions now, he couldn't help but feel deeply concerned about the future of the Mu Kingdom.

"This old minister seconds the motion. Our Mu Kingdom is now severely weakened. Our urgent task is to recuperate, not to relentlessly retaliate against Rong Kingdom. If we continue to be enemies with Rong Kingdom, not to mention Liang Kingdom's military intervention, Rong Kingdom itself is already on guard. Our chances of victory are slim, and we may be plunged into utter ruin." Another minister followed suit, his back slightly hunched, his face etched with weariness and helplessness. In his view, Murong Xuan's repeated defeats had placed the Mu Kingdom in an extremely unfavorable position; if they did not adjust their strategy in time, the consequences would be unimaginable.

However, some ministers expressed their support for Murong Xuan. A middle-aged minister, dressed in a magnificent brocade robe and with sharp eyes, spoke with his head held high: "Your Highness's ambition is to conquer the world. Although you have suffered a setback this time, it is only temporary. The Rong Kingdom has always been a stumbling block on the path of our Mu Kingdom's expansion. If we do not eliminate it, how can we achieve our great cause? Now we should fully support Your Highness and prepare for the next attack to demonstrate the power of our Mu Kingdom." This minister had always been ambitious, hoping to gain more power and wealth after Murong Xuan unified the kingdoms, and therefore strongly advocated for continued revenge.

"Hmph! You lot are too busy with your empty talk. His Highness's decisions have their own profound meanings, which are beyond the comprehension of short-sighted people like you." A trusted minister of Murong Xuan sneered, retorting with a face full of disdain. He enjoyed Murong Xuan's deep trust and often bullied others in court, always ruthlessly suppressing any voices that opposed Murong Xuan.

For a time, arguments rose and fell throughout the palace, with ministers each sticking to their own version of events and refusing to yield.

Meanwhile, Murong Xuan, who was bedridden, heard the discussions in the court and trembled with rage. He forced himself to sit up and roared, "When did it become their place to interfere in my affairs!"

The attendants beside him were so frightened that they all knelt down, not daring to utter a sound. Seeing this, Murong Xuan's strategist hurriedly stepped forward to comfort him: "Your Highness, please calm down and take care of your health. The ministers are only talking because they are worried about the future of the Mu Kingdom. Now our most urgent task is to come up with a solution and quell the disputes in the court."

Murong Xuan's face was terribly grim. He gritted his teeth and said, "Rong Kingdom, I will make you pay a thousand times, ten thousand times the price. I will never let this go!"

After a moment of contemplation, the strategist said, "Your Highness, we are unlikely to win by attacking head-on. We might as well hold back for now, while secretly developing our national strength and training a new army. At the same time, we can send envoys to other countries to try to sow discord between Rong and Liang, as well as other neighboring countries. When the time is right, we can then launch an attack on Rong and succeed in one fell swoop."

Murong Xuan nodded slightly after hearing this: "This plan is acceptable. Go and make the arrangements. I want to see how long Xiao Yichen can be so smug."

"Yes, Your Highness." The strategist accepted the order and left.

Under the guidance of strategists, the Mu Kingdom outwardly appeared to be lying low, but in reality, it was secretly making preparations in earnest. The domestic arsenals were working overtime to produce weapons, and new recruits were training day and night on the training grounds, their shouts of battle deafening.

Meanwhile, envoys from the Kingdom of Mu embarked on their journeys to various countries. They carried lavish gifts and sweet words, attempting to incite conflict between nations.

The envoy arrived in the neighboring state of Zhao to meet with King Zhao: "Your Majesty, are you aware that the Rong and Liang states have allied and greatly increased their power, their ambitions now blatantly obvious? They aspire to dominate this land, and their next target is likely Zhao. Why doesn't Your Majesty seize this opportunity to join forces with my state of Mu to jointly resist the Rong and Liang states and divide their land and wealth?"

Upon hearing this, King Zhao's heart stirred slightly, but he did not immediately express his opinion: "This matter is of great importance, and I need to discuss it with my ministers. The envoy should return to the post station to rest first, and I will inform you of my decision once I have made it."

The envoys then traveled to other countries, such as Wei and Han, and persuaded them in the same way.

In Rong Kingdom, Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er learned of Mu Kingdom's actions through their intelligence network. Xiao Yichen sneered, "Murong Xuan is still not giving up, attempting to sow discord between us and other countries. We must not let him succeed."

Lin Wan'er nodded and said, "Young Master Xiao, we need to strengthen communication and exchanges with other countries to expose Murong Xuan's conspiracy in a timely manner. At the same time, we must also accelerate our own development and enhance our national strength to prevent the Mu Kingdom from attacking us again."

“Miss Lin is absolutely right. I will immediately arrange for envoys to visit the various countries to explain the interests involved and consolidate the alliance. In addition, we must accelerate the progress of the reforms we are implementing domestically, encourage agriculture, develop commerce, and replenish the national treasury,” Xiao Yichen said.

Therefore, the envoys of Rong Kingdom set off one after another to various countries. In the courts of these countries, they recounted in detail Murong Xuan's ambitions and schemes, as well as Rong Kingdom's firm determination to form an alliance with Liang Kingdom.

"Your Majesty, Murong Xuan is a treacherous and cunning man; his words are absolutely untrustworthy. The alliance between Rong and Liang is aimed at maintaining peace and tranquility in this land, and we have no intention of seeking hegemony. If Zhao and Murong join forces, we will inevitably be drawn into an endless war, and only the people of each country will suffer." The Rong envoy spoke sincerely in the Zhao court.

After listening, the King of Zhao pondered for a long time and ultimately decided to reject the proposal from the State of Mu and remain neutral. Most of the other states, after weighing the pros and cons, made the same choice.

Upon learning that his plan to sow discord had failed, Murong Xuan flew into a rage once more: "A bunch of idiots! They didn't even know how to seize this golden opportunity!"

The strategist cautiously said from the side, "Your Highness, if the strategy of sowing discord fails, we can try other approaches. For example, we can incite a popular uprising within Rong Kingdom and create internal strife."

Murong Xuan's eyes lit up: "This plan is excellent. Go and make the arrangements. I want Xiao Yichen to be unable to attend to both ends."

The strategist accepted the order and left. He recruited a group of spies skilled in instigating people in the Mu Kingdom and secretly sent them to the Rong Kingdom.

After these spies infiltrated Rong Kingdom, they spread rumors and misled people in various places.

"Everyone can see that the court is engaged in wars year after year, taxes are heavy, and the people are living in misery. Meanwhile, those high-ranking officials and nobles continue to live a life of luxury and debauchery. Why is this? It is all due to the corruption of the court. We can no longer sit idly by and wait for our doom. We should stand up and resist, and overthrow this corrupt court!" The spies shouted loudly in the market and villages.

Some people who were unaware of the truth began to be misled by these rumors, and gradually developed feelings of dissatisfaction.

Upon learning of this, Xiao Yichen quickly took action. On the one hand, he ordered a reduction in taxes and the opening of granaries to provide relief to the people; on the other hand, he dispatched soldiers to various places to arrest spies, and posted notices to explain to the people that these rumors were all conspiracies and tricks of the Mu Kingdom.

"Fellow villagers, the imperial court is well aware of your suffering. This war is to defend our homeland and resist the invasion of Murong Xuan. Those rumors about the corruption of the court are deliberately spread by spies from the Murong Kingdom in an attempt to disrupt the morale of our army and people. Please do not be deceived by them." The notice read.

Thanks to Xiao Yichen's efforts, the situation within Rong Kingdom gradually stabilized. The people recognized the truth, condemned Mu Kingdom's despicable actions, and became even more determined to support the imperial court.

Murong Xuan's sense of defeat intensified when his plan to incite a popular uprising failed. He knew that if he wanted to realize his ambition of dominating the world, he had to come up with an even more brilliant strategy; otherwise, he could only watch helplessly as the Rong Kingdom grew stronger and stronger, while his dream faded further and further away.

Amidst this ever-changing situation, the relationships between nations are complex and intertwined. The contest between Murong Xuan and Xiao Yichen continues, while the fates of Rong and Mu Kingdoms are like a lone boat adrift in a storm, filled with unknowns and uncertainties.

In the Rong Kingdom's imperial court, the attack on the General's Mansion was like a boulder thrown into water, creating ripples and causing a great shock. Inside the magnificent palace, the atmosphere was so heavy it seemed to freeze over. Civil and military officials gathered together, whispering and discussing amongst themselves.

The emperor sat upright on his dragon throne, his face grim, his eyes revealing both majesty and fury. He swept his gaze across the assembled officials below the court and slowly spoke, "The attack on the General's Mansion is a great disgrace to my Rong Kingdom. Where is Xiao Yichen?" His voice was not loud, yet it resonated throughout the hall like a great bell, making everyone's ears ring.

Upon hearing the voice, Xiao Yichen stepped forward, knelt on one knee, and respectfully said, "Your subject is here."

"Tell me the details of the attack on the General's Mansion, truthfully." The emperor's tone carried a hint of suppressed anger.

Xiao Yichen raised his head slightly, his expression calm, and began his account methodically: "Your Majesty, late that night, I was handling military affairs in the General's Mansion. Suddenly, a group of assassins in black infiltrated the mansion like ghosts. They were well-trained and coordinated, clearly prepared. Upon sensing the danger, I immediately organized the guards in the mansion to resist. Fortunately, the soldiers were brave and fearless, fighting to the death, and Miss Lin Wan'er used her mind-reading ability to detect the assassins' intentions in time, providing me with intelligence. Only then were we able to barely hold out in this attack. However, the assassins were extremely ferocious. During the battle, many buildings in the mansion were damaged, and the soldiers also suffered heavy casualties."

At this point, a trace of grief and self-reproach flashed in Xiao Yichen's eyes. He paused and continued, "Your Majesty, I failed to detect the assassin's plot in advance, causing the General's Mansion to suffer such a heavy blow. I deserve to die. Please punish me."

The emperor frowned slightly, gazing intently at Xiao Yichen: "This matter is not solely your fault. Murong Xuan plotted this deliberately; his intentions are despicable. Tell me, what are your plans for the aftermath of this matter?"

Xiao Yichen raised his head, his gaze resolute, and said, “Your Majesty, I will certainly do my utmost to thoroughly investigate this matter. I have already dispatched men to conduct searches both inside and outside the capital to track down the assassins and their mastermind. At the same time, I will strengthen the defenses of the General's Mansion and various parts of the capital, increase the number of sentries, train soldiers, and raise vigilance to prevent such incidents from happening again. In addition, I will continue to work closely with Miss Lin Wan'er, using her mind-reading abilities to uncover Murong Xuan's next conspiracy and prepare in advance.”

The emperor nodded slightly, his expression softening: "Since you have such a determination, I am relieved. Murong Xuan has repeatedly offended my Rong Kingdom, and I will never tolerate it. What kind of support do you need from me?"

Xiao Yichen pondered for a moment and said, "Your Majesty, I humbly request that Your Majesty allocate an additional amount of military funds for the purchase of weapons, provisions, and the repair of the General's Mansion. At the same time, I hope that Your Majesty can issue an edict to recruit warriors throughout the country to expand the army, thereby strengthening the military strength of our Rong Kingdom and dealing with the threat posed by Murong Xuan."

The Emperor replied without hesitation, "Granted. I will immediately arrange for the allocation of military funds and issue an edict to recruit warriors. All of you officials must do your utmost to assist Xiao Yichen and jointly safeguard the peace of Rong Kingdom. Anyone who slacks off will be severely punished!"

"As you command!" the officials shouted in unison, their voices echoing throughout the court.

After the court session, Xiao Yichen did not slack off in the slightest and immediately began to deal with the numerous matters following the attack on the General's Mansion. He first went to the General's Mansion to check on the progress of the repairs and the injuries of the soldiers. The General's Mansion was in a state of chaos, with broken walls and ruins everywhere. Wounded soldiers lay in makeshift tents, groaning in pain. Xiao Yichen was filled with remorse. He comforted each of the wounded soldiers and encouraged them to focus on recovering.

"Brothers, you have suffered this time. But your heroic battle has preserved the dignity of the General's Mansion and the Rong Kingdom. You are all heroes. After you recover, we will fight side by side again and drive Murong Xuan out of our homeland!" Xiao Yichen's words were like a warm current flowing into the hearts of the soldiers. They all expressed that they would recover soon and return to the battlefield.

Afterwards, Xiao Yichen discussed recruiting warriors with Chen Feng and others. They posted recruitment notices in various corners of the capital, specifying the recruitment conditions and benefits: anyone strong and patriotic could apply; after enlisting, they would receive generous military pay, and their families would be properly settled. Once the news spread, patriotic young men from all over Rong Kingdom responded enthusiastically, with a constant stream of applicants. Xiao Yichen personally participated in the selection, choosing a group of young men with excellent physical qualities and high moral character, incorporating them into the army, and subjecting them to rigorous training.

During this time, Lin Wan'er wasn't idle either. Using her mind-reading abilities, she investigated suspicious individuals throughout the streets and alleys of the capital. One day, she discovered a suspicious man in a secluded alley. The man's eyes darted around furtively, as if he were hiding from something. Lin Wan'er approached him and used her mind-reading ability to perceive his inner thoughts. She discovered that this man was actually a spy sent by Murong Xuan, who had come to the capital to gather intelligence on Rong Kingdom's recruitment of troops.

Lin Wan'er discreetly followed the man to an inn. After observing outside the inn for a while and confirming the location of his room, she immediately notified Xiao Yichen. Xiao Yichen led his soldiers to the inn and captured the man in one fell swoop.

After interrogation, the man confessed to some of Murong Xuan's schemes. It turned out that Murong Xuan was furious after learning that Rong Kingdom was recruiting an army. He decided to send assassins again to infiltrate Rong Kingdom's military camp, disrupt military training, and assassinate Rong Kingdom's generals in order to weaken Rong Kingdom's military strength.

Upon learning this, Xiao Yichen sneered, "Murong Xuan, do you think your scheme will succeed? I will make sure you never leave alive!"

He immediately strengthened the defenses of the camp, increased the number of patrolling soldiers, and set up multiple hidden sentries. At the same time, he also set up traps around the camp to guard against assassin attacks.

After completing his defensive preparations, Xiao Yichen decided to take the initiative. He selected an elite squad, which he personally led, to infiltrate the Mu Kingdom and investigate Murong Xuan's military deployments and troop strength. Under the cover of night, the squad quietly set off. They avoided the Mu Kingdom's patrol routes and penetrated deep into its territory.

In the Kingdom of Mu, Xiao Yichen and his companions cautiously gathered intelligence. They discovered that Murong Xuan's army was intensifying its training and had stockpiled large quantities of grain and weapons in the border region. Xiao Yichen realized that Murong Xuan would soon launch another attack.

"We must bring this intelligence back to Rong Kingdom as soon as possible and prepare for the response," Xiao Yichen said in a low voice to his team members.

Just as they were preparing to return to Rong Kingdom, they were discovered by a patrol of Murong Xuan's army. The patrol immediately sounded the alarm, and Murong Xuan's army quickly arrived to surround and annihilate them. Xiao Yichen and his companions were trapped, but they were fearless and engaged in a fierce battle with Murong Xuan's army.

Xiao Yichen's swordsmanship was like a dragon emerging from the sea, roaming freely through the enemy ranks, each strike taking the life of an enemy. His teammates also fought bravely, forming a tight defensive circle back to back, tenaciously resisting the enemy's attacks.

While in the capital of Rong Kingdom, Lin Wan'er suddenly sensed that Xiao Yichen and his companions were in danger. Using her mind-reading ability, she attempted to contact Xiao Yichen to offer him assistance. Although the distance was great, she managed to vaguely perceive Xiao Yichen's location and the surrounding situation.

"Young Master Xiao, there are enemy archers on your left and a troop of cavalry approaching on your right. You must be careful!" Lin Wan'er concentrated and relayed this information to Xiao Yichen.

Upon receiving Lin Wan'er's message during the battle, Xiao Yichen felt a warmth in his heart. He immediately adjusted his tactics, leading his team to first eliminate the archers on the left, and then using the terrain advantage to repel the cavalry on the right.

After a fierce battle, Xiao Yichen and his companions finally broke through the encirclement and returned to Rong Kingdom with important intelligence.

Upon returning to Rong Kingdom, Xiao Yichen immediately reported the intelligence to the emperor. The emperor, upon learning of this, took it very seriously and summoned his ministers to discuss countermeasures.

"Murong Xuan is about to attack again, and my Rong Kingdom must be fully prepared. Xiao Yichen, what suggestions do you have?" The emperor looked at Xiao Yichen, his eyes filled with trust and expectation.

Xiao Yichen pondered for a moment and said, "Your Majesty, I suggest that we deploy heavy troops in the border areas and build strong defensive fortifications based on the favorable terrain. At the same time, we can negotiate with the Liang Kingdom to have them contain Murong Xuan's army from the side. In addition, we need to strengthen intelligence gathering to keep abreast of Murong Xuan's movements so that we can make corresponding adjustments."

The Emperor nodded in agreement: "As you say. All officials must perform their duties and prepare for war with all their might. If Murong Xuan dares to invade, we will make sure he never returns!"

The ministers accepted the order, and the entire Rong Kingdom once again entered a tense state of preparation for war.