The Ancestral Country
The Duke Without Crown
After properly burying the bodies of the fallen Daha warriors, Panji Watugunung ordered the dukes of Gandakusuma and Akuwu Gentabumi to arrange funerals for the two bodies of the former Paguhan officials.
After that, Panji Watugunung and his four wives followed by Tumenggung Janadi, Warigalit, Ludaka and Gumbreg left the palace Pakuwon Purwa with in the escort of 50 Daha soldiers from Kalingga. While Lawana stayed at Pakuwon Purwa and served as Akuwu while awaiting orders from Daha. He led a Kalingga force of 300 soldiers to safeguard the safety and territory of Pakuwon.
After noon, Watugunung Panji and his entourage entered Paguhan palace with the accompaniment of cheers of the residents of Paguhan Duchy City.
Those who had been oppressed by the tyranny of Duke Gandakusuma, were relieved by the killing of the ruthless leader who was tormenting the people.
At the palace, the Watugunung Panji was greeted by Senopati Narapraja and Senopati Lokananta as well as the Daha warrior officers who fought alongside him.
That afternoon they reported the details of the new war they had been fighting.
Of their 9300 troops, 3000 Daha soldiers died as heroes. The highest number of dead from Rajapura reached 600 soldiers, followed by Kembang Kuning with 500 soldiers, Bhumi Sambara lost 400 soldiers and Kalingga with 300 soldiers. The rest of Daha and Garuda Panjalu's forces lost 30 of his soldiers.3 high-ranking officers were lightly wounded, 1 high-ranking officer was heavily wounded, and 5 medium-sized officers were seriously wounded, and 5 high-ranking officers were wounded, 2 Officers were seriously wounded and 2 middle officers were killed.
Of the 10,500 soldiers who fought, 6,500 were killed and 5,000 surrendered. The leader was killed, 4 high-ranking officers were killed, 2 high-ranking officers were seriously wounded.4 medium-sized officers were heavily injured, 1 middle officer was killed and 5 were lightly wounded.
"Senopati Narapraja, send a messenger to Daha.
Have Gusti Prabu Samarawijaya determine who will be the next Duke of Paguhan", ordered Watugunung Panji after hearing the reports of two senopati from Kalingga and Daha.
"Narapraja is ready to carry out the orders of Gusti Pangeran Panji Watugunung" said Senopati Narapraja while respecting the.
"Now, determine who holds the provisional government in Paguhan while waiting for news from Daha" Panji Watugunung looks at the faces of the high-ranking officers in front of him.
The soldiers looked at each other for a moment. They did not expect that Panji Watugunung had no ambition at all to become a Duke.
Hearing that remark, Senopati Lokananta immediately made a sound.
"Hamba only heard Gusti Pangeran Panji Watugunung's words. Servants prefer if Gusti Prince who holds the provisional government in Paguhan", said Senopati Lokananta who immediately crouched and worshiped to the Watugunung Panji. All the high-ranking officers of the Daha soldiers immediately followed the steps of Senopati Lokananta.
"We beg you, lead the Paguhan Gusti Prince" said all Daha army officers in his honor.
After a long sigh, finally Panji Watugunung immediately said.
"All right, you,
I am willing to be placed as Duke. But I will not wear the crown of the Duke of Paguhan. Let the next Duke wear it", said Panji Watugunung while standing.
All the high-ranking soldiers smiled thinly while the mangosteen was delighted.
From that day on, Panji Watugunung became the Duke of Paguhan temporarily. He was not willing to occupy the Duke's private palace, but chose to stay in the guest resting hall of the Duchy of Paguhan.
The next day, the Watugunung Panji summoned all the former dignitaries of the Paguhan Duchy who did not escape with Duke Gandakusuma. They sat cross-legged on the floor of the Duchy with frightened faces.
Panji Watugunung sits on the throne of Adipati Paguhan calmly. On his left-right four wives were sitting side by side.
There is also Senopati Narapraja on the right and Senopati Lokananta on the left.
"You all know, what is the reason I called you here?", Panji Watugunung smiled faintly while looking at the faces of the former dignitaries of the duchy.
"We don't know Gusti Duke. Please forgive me servant", said Dang Acharya ring Kasaiwan, Mpu Janabajra while worshiping. The look on old grandfather's face was really frightened.
Mpu Sukra, the Ramadyaksa also spoke.
"Although Gusti Adipati, we are only subordinates. Absolutely do not want to look for trouble with Daha. Me and Kakang Janabajra have repeatedly tried to persuade Gusti Gandakusuma not to become rebels, but instead I was threatened.
If Gusti Adipati considers us guilty because of the actions of our leader, then we will accept. But if we can still defend ourselves, then we really only submit to Daha", Mpu Sukra's wise answer made Panji Watugunung smile knot.
"I know you are only following the orders of Duke Gandakusuma. I will not force you to remain devoted to Paguhan.
Who still wants to serve the country, I will still make as the ruler of Paguhan palace but there are conditions.
Who do not want to be my subordinates, I let you go from the Daha palace but without bringing anything you have.
Make your own choices" said Panji Watugunung with a thin smile.
The atmosphere among the former dignitaries of Kadipaten Paguhan's palace was not immediately clear. Obviously it's an easy choice but it's also tough for them.
Demung Kandaga who had given up spoke up.
"Please forgive Gusti Duke,
What are the conditions if we still survive in the palace of the Duchy of Paguhan as a courtier of the Palace?", asked Demung Kandaga while respecting.
"During 1st Wars, you will not receive wages from your labor.
You guys certainly think I'm the same as killing you guys slowly, right?", Panji Watugunung smiled widely.
The atmosphere that had calmed down, back boisterous with prickly shoes among the former palace magnates. Not only them, the Daha soldiers who attended the paseban were also shocked to hear the words of Patugunung Panji. They did not expect that Panji Watugunung turned out to be cruel as well.
"You need not worry, during one war, all your needs will be covered by the duchy palace food barns. Only you report the special officer I will appoint", Panji Watugunung staring at the faces of the former officials.
They seemed relieved to hear the Duke's words.
"You do not ask, why did you not receive a wage during that one war? Do you think your wages will be used for my personal benefit?
The answer is no.
The consequences of this war have already hurt the people. Their food and clothing needs are neglected. You do not see the state of the lower society that is tormented by Gandakusuma. Your wages for a year will be used to restore the state of the Paguhan people", said Patugunung Panji immediately received the attention of all the attendees who have paseban hall Paguhan Duchy, especially the high officers of Daha soldiers. They all smiled at the policies of the Watugunung Panji.
Of the 20 courtiers, 5 voted to resign. They reasoned that they had been behind the palace walls for too long. The Watugunung banner affirmed their wishes, but they were not allowed to leave the city of Paguhan Duchy. If they get out of Paguhan Duchy, Paguhan soldiers will punish them for death.
Those who are still willing then swear allegiance to the Duke of Paguhan and the Kingdom of Panjalu.
Wratsangka, the young Wanua Kracak was appointed as Demung. Kandaga was raised to Tumenggung. Janadi of Kalingga was appointed Senopati Paguhan.
Amarta was adopted as Akuwu Purwa. For the position of Adipati's advisor remains in the hands of Mpu Sukra. Senopati Lokananta and Senopati Narapraja acted as the Duke's representative.
After 3 full moons, Paguhan's reign went well. The economy, which was crippled by high taxes from Gandakusuma, was restored by slashing taxes by more than half.
The soldiers from the Duchy of Rajapura, Kembang Kuning, Kalingga and Bhumi Sambara have returned to their respective territories. Do not forget the gift from the palace treasure Paguhan, Panji Watugunung give it to them.
During that time the Watugunung Panji traveled throughout the Paguhan region, from the southern sea coast to the slopes of Mount Agung in the North.
He really loved the people of Paguhan because of his strong but popular leadership. He also got the nickname of Duke without crown by the people of Paguhan.
That afternoon, when the Watugunung Panji received a report from the Coastal Akuwu in the great pasebanan, a palace gate guard soldier came to pay his respects to the Watugunung Panji.
"Please forgive Gusti Duke,
There was a man who claimed to be a messenger from Daha wanting to face".
"Please him in" Panji Watugunung said immediately.
The gate guard soldier immediately worshiped and retreated from the paseban hall of Paguhan Duchy.Tak how long later he returned with a young man and an old man who was very well known by Watugunung Panji. They are Senopati Maitreya and Tumenggung Adiguna.
"Worship of Gusti Pangeran's servant" said Senopati Maitreya and Tumenggung Adiguna while worshiping.
"Sit down, Senopati Maitreya and Uncle Tumenggung Adiguna", Panji Watugunung immediately raised his right hand and the two men immediately sat cross-legged in front of Patugunung Panji.
"Please forgive Gusti Pangeran, I was sent by Gusti Maharaja Samarawijaya to present a newsletter to Gusti Pangeran" Senopati Maitreya said while reaching for a letter from a palm leaf behind his shirt.
Senopati Janadi immediately stood up and received the letter and handed it to Panji Watugunung.
Slowly Panji Watugunung immediately opened the red cloth wrapping the letter.
*Dhimas Watugunung Panji
It's time you went back to Daha
Receive a prize for your victory
For Paguhan, choose a worthy person
What you believe, you respect again.
Your brother, Samarawijaya*.
Such was the sound of a letter from the Maharaja of Samarawijaya. Patugunung Panji immediately smiled. He's missed his wife and son in bracelets. Didn't feel like 4 more full moons he left them.
With a feeling of happiness, Panji Watugunung immediately put the letter of the Emperor of Samarawijaya back into his pocket.
Patugunung Panji immediately stood up.
"You are all the dignitaries of the Paguhan Duchy, listen to me.
Prepare everything for the coronation ceremony of Adipati Paguhan tomorrow.
Do you understand?", Panji Watugunung immediately looked at the faces of the dignitaries of the Paguhan Duchy.
Without asking much, everyone who was there immediately squatted while worshiping to Panji Watugunung.
"Sendiko dawuh Gusti"
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