Su Ran was acutely aware of the gravity of this crisis. It weighed on him like a thousand-pound burden, and he dared not show even a moment of negligence. With lightning speed, he summoned the court ministers, battle-hardened military commanders, learned economic experts, and experienced diplomatic envoys to gather and formulate a master plan to navigate this precarious situation.
**Strategies for Responding to the Northern Tribal Alliance**
Regarding the threat posed by the emerging Northern Tribal Alliance, the military commanders were the first to break the silence. A seasoned veteran, having fought in countless battles, stepped forward with a steady gait and a grave expression: "Your Majesty, although this nomadic alliance relies on its mobility to move across the grasslands like ghosts, their lack of a fixed base makes their logistical supply chains inherently fragile. In my humble opinion, we should construct a series of fortified military strongholds along the border to reinforce our defenses. With these, our troops can wait for the enemy from a position of strength. Simultaneously, we should select our most skilled and experienced warriors from across the military to form an elite cavalry unit. This unit will act as a sharp blade, specifically designed to counter their raiding parties. Should the enemy dare to advance, our elite cavalry will strike like lightning, dealing them a crushing blow."
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