After Guarding the Border for Five Years, He Was Replaced When He Returned

After guarding the border for five years, I repelled the barbarians for 800 miles and achieved great military exploits. In the last battle, I was accidentally injured. In the critical moment, I managed to escape, and it was falsely reported that I was killed. I returned to Kyoto in a low-key manner, only to find that there were loud gongs and drums at the city gate and crowds of people. Out of curiosity, I wondered which dignitary came back to Beijing in such a flamboyant way. The officers and soldiers at the city gate were full of admiration: "The female general of the Xue family has done great service in protecting the country and returns in triumph today!" My mind instantly exploded. I am the only female general in the Xue family. Today's triumphant victory, why didn't I know?