The border has always been the most important barrier of a country. The west wind blows fiercely, and the yellow sand rolls. With a cup of strong wine, these border soldiers carry a heavy responsibility. They can only silently gaze towards their hometown, seeking solace in their yearning for it.

In recent years, the Xiongnu have repeatedly invaded the central plains, and their audacity has now become even more rampant. Within a month, they have mercilessly slaughtered three villages on the border, with extremely cruel methods, causing both heaven and earth to be filled with indignation. Unable to tolerate it any longer, Muyu Junsheng, disregarding the opposition of the civil and military officials, held a detailed discussion throughout the night in the Empress Dowager's palace. On the second day, he immediately ordered General Huwei Dou Wei to rush to the frontier and repel the Xiongnu.

The battle raged on from every corner, with warhorses locked in combat. The battlefield was filled with an exceptionally intense atmosphere.

The Xiongnu general was a man with a stout body, a face full of stubble, and a formidable weapon in his hand. He swung it swiftly and fiercely.

Dou Wei's eyes gazed intently at the situation on the battlefield, watching as our troops fell one after another. His brows furrowed tightly, filled with deep concern. He even harbored some resentment towards the emperor's decision, believing that we should not have entered into battle.

Suddenly, a long spear blocked in front of Dou Wei. Startled, he quickly pulled the reins and the horse let out a mournful neigh. It turned out that a soldier had used his spear to block the arrows aimed at Dou Wei.

"General, are you alright?!" The soldier held his gun to his chest and asked.

"Nothing's wrong!" Dou Wei secretly calmed himself down and waved his hand. "Withdraw!"

The troops were withdrawn to their camp, and Dou Wei's face remained calm as he pondered silently. Suddenly, as if he had recalled something, he said, "Someone, bring the soldier who saved me today."

In just a moment, Xiaobing was already kneeling before Dou Wei.

"What's your name?" Dou Wei asked after a moment of contemplation.

"Xiao Rufeng reporting!" It turns out this soldier is Xiao Rufeng. But why would Xiao Rufeng, who was originally in the imperial palace, appear here? What kind of scheme is Murong Junsheng playing again?"

The Xiongnu repeatedly invaded our borders, and when one looks at the court, there is no one capable of stopping them except for Dou Wei. Mourong Junsheng is troubled by this situation. However, if he were to directly appoint Xiao Rufeng, he would definitely encounter strong opposition from influential ministers like Dou Wei. They would use the excuse that Xiao Rufeng has no military achievements, and would do everything to obstruct his appointment. At this time, the Xiongnu are also raiding and plundering villages. He sees this as an opportunity to send Xiao Rufeng to join the army, so that he can earn military merits himself, get close to Dou Wei, gain his trust, and return home victorious. On that day, when Dou Wei personally recommends him, he can naturally and smoothly appoint Xiao Rufeng without attracting anyone's attention.

"Xiao Rufeng, why haven't I seen you before?" Dou Wei's mind quickly reviewed, but could not recall such a person.

"I've just enlisted in the military. It is the responsibility of every man to contribute to the rise and fall of the nation. I am willing to do my bit and drive away the invaders to reclaim our beautiful land." Xiao Rufeng spoke with dignity.

"Good, you have ambition! Xiao Rufeng, this general sees that you have some martial arts skills. Are you willing to serve this general?" Dou Wei took a step closer to Xiao Rufeng and said, "As long as you dedicate yourself to serving this general, wealth and glory, and even becoming an official or a general, are all within reach."

"I am willing!" Xiao Rufeng said with some excitement. "I am willing to serve the general."

"Good, very good!" Dou Wei clapped his hands. "From today onwards, you will be the deputy general under my command."

"General Xie!" Xiao Rufeng, with a tearful expression of gratitude, knelt down and kowtowed to Dou Wei.

"You may leave! If there is anything, Prime General will instruct you again." Dou Wei's idea was simple. Seeing the emperor growing more mature, he had to cultivate a brand new confidant who did not belong to the Dou family.

"Yes, I will take my leave!" Xiao Rufeng stood up and withdrew, but no one noticed the sly smile that curled at the corner of his mouth as he left the camp. He did not expect to have approached Dou Wei so effortlessly.