The Ancestral Country
Towards Lwaram

"Did you say Kakang Warigalit?!

There was a rebellion in Lwaram? Where did you get the news?", asked Panji Watugunung immediately.

Everyone in the place was shocked to hear the words of Senopati Warigalit.

"According to the report of the coders, about ten thousand soldiers who used typical Pakuwon Lwaram clothing, built a defensive fort around the city of Pakuwon Lwaram.

According to reports, a small percentage of them are not from Jawadwipa Land. There are foreign languages such as Suwarnadwipa people, Dhimas Prabu", reported Senopati Warigalit while respecting the Watugunung Panji.

"10 thousand soldiers?

Lwaram is just a small Pakuwon whose population is not even more than 10 thousand people. From where could they have 10 thousand soldiers in this short amount of time?", Panji Watugunung stroked his chin. There is something that is hampering the mind of King Panjalu.

"According to the letter sent by Duke Maitreya from Matahun, lately there has been a suspicious movement of people from the direction of Jenggala.

They in the number of 500 to a thousand people passed through the territory of the Duchy of Matahun. The soldiers of the Duchy of Matahun could not hold them because they did not carry weapons or war equipment" Senopati Warigalit said while respecting the Watugunung Panji.

"It seems, Maharaja Jenggala does not want to openly declare war against you, Nakmas Prabu Jayengrana.

This must be arranged by Akuwu Lwaram so that assistance from the Jenggala government can easily enter the territory of the Duchy of Matahun", said Duke of Warok Suragati while wiping his beard that began to whiten.

"Syly diasate!

These Jenggala people have never been seen undermining the Panjalu region. I am ready to help you crush them Nakmas Prabu" Warok Surajaya said while saluting Watugunung Panji immediately.

Mmmmmm..

"In spite of this, we also cannot storm towards Kahuripan without strong evidence. After all, I am still bound by an agreement with Aunt Dewi Kilisuci not to fight against Jenggala, Uncle..

Alright, then,

What is called a treasonous act against the legitimate government, I do not need to forgive.

Kakang Warigalit's,

Tomorrow we go back to Kadiri. Members of your troops let rest for a moment", said Panji Watugunung immediately.

"Sendiko dawuh Dhimas Prabu" said Senopati Warigalit while respecting the Maharaja of Panjalu.

"How about Nakmas Prabu Jayengrana? Am I allowed to help Nakmas Prabu finish off these rebels?", Warok Surajaya asked with a deep smile. He hoped that the Watugunung Panji would be a little willing to receive energy assistance from him.

"Not that I do not appreciate Uncle Surajaya's desire to help me, but you should go back to Pacitan Regency to organize a new government flow.

As a territory that has just got the right of self-government, Uncle must quickly change the appearance and governance of Pacitan Regency to be in line with other Panjalu regions.

I hope Uncle understands what I mean", Panji Watugunung stared at Warok Surajaya's face.

"I understand by your point Nakmas Prabu Jayengrana.

Representing all the people of Pacitan Regency, we are grateful to Nakmas Prabu for his support for the wishes of the people. And I pray to Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa that Nakmas Prabu will always be able to maintain the integrity of the Panjalu region from the rongans who want power based on their personal interests", warok Surajaya said while respecting his nephew's ghost.

The Watugunung banner nodded in understanding.

That night all Daha soldiers led by Senopati Warigalit spent the night in Wanua Pulung area according to orders from Watugunung Panji.

The next morning, Panji Watugunung's entourage and his two wives left Warok Surapati's house to return to Kadiri.

Nyi Ratih unceasingly shed tears seeing his youngest daughter riding beside the Maharaja of Panjalu.

"You why Nyi?", asked Warok Surapati while looking at his wife.

"My daughter no longer belongs to me. She already has her own life", replied Nyi Ratih as she wiped away her dripping tears.

"That's human nature, Nyi. Our duty is to educate and raise her. When he grows up, he will choose his own way of life. We as parents can only pray, may our daughter will always be happy", advises Warok Surapati while staring at the Panjalu troops who are slowly starting to disappear from view.

Panjalu's troops moved quickly towards Kadiri City. After crossing the border between the Duchy of Wengker and Tanggulangin, they continued to move towards the east. At dusk began to fall, they reached the Karang Anom Duchy. Panji Watugunung decided to spend the night in the town of Pakuwon Bay Agung before crossing the Brantas River.

Akuwu Teluk Agung, Mpu Gendrowahono received their arrival with great joy.

Morning before arriving in the area of Pakuwon Gulf Agung. The morning sunlight slowly began to break through the gaps of the clouds that adorned the eastern sky with a gray color.

The banner of Watugunung wriggled up from his bed. The eyes of King Panjalu blinked looking at the surrounding situation. Cempluk Rara Sunti's right hand is still coiled in the belly of Watugunung Panji. Their sleeping beds were falling apart as their fight embraced heavenly pleasures together.

Krrriiiieeeeeeeeetttth..

The bedroom door opened and Dewi Srimpi entered while carrying a tray containing a clay ladle. The third concubine of Patugunung Panji never once forgot her duty as a wife.

"You're awake, Denmas Prabu?", asked Dewi Srimpi with a sweet smile.

"Dinda Srimpi..

You still haven't changed. You are not my servant anymore Dinda, why bother every morning like this?", said Panji Watugunung as he moved from his bed after moving Cempluk Rara Sunti's hand.

"It's my duty Denmas Prabu..

Let me continue to serve you as I used to. Denmas Prabu is my soul mate, taking care of Denmas Prabu Jayengrana feels like taking care of myself", replied Dewi Srimpi put a clay spoon filled with warm water and betel leaves it on the table.

Hearing the answer, Panji Watugunung who was washing his face, immediately hugged the body of Dewi Srimpi from behind. Dewi Srimpi almost screamed in shock at her husband's actions, but Panji Watugunung quickly silenced her mouth with her left hand.

"Curlsttttttttttt...

Don't be noisy Dinda Srimpi. Later Cempluk Rara Sunti wake up", whispered Panji Watugunung who immediately get a nod of the head of Dewi Srimpi.

"Denmas Prabu what do you want? Don't mess around", replied Dewi Srimpi half whispered to Panji Watugunung. The king of Panjalu did not answer but immediately twisted the body of Dewi Srimpi quickly.

Without further ado, Panji Watugunung immediately kissed the tiny lips of Dewi Srimpi. Princess Mpu Kerta was initially rejected Panji Watugunung for fear Cempluk Rara Sunti woke up. But over time he was washed away by the gentle touch of the Maharaja of Panjalu.

That morning they combined love at the bedside of Cempluk Rara Sunti.

After completing their wishes, Panji Watugunung and Dewi Srimpi immediately headed towards the bathhouse that was behind their resting place.

After receiving a breakfast banquet from Akuwu Teluk Agung, Panjalu troops led by Panji Watugunung immediately headed towards the pier crossing. Little by little, the Panjalu soldiers moved from the Karang Anom region to the Bracelet region.

After they gathered together, Senopati Warigalit led them towards Katang-katang Palace in Kadiri. Passing through the area of the town of Bracelet-Bracelet County, they continued to move towards the North.

When Panji Watugunung's entourage arrived at the palace Katang-katang, the day was late in the afternoon. Soon dusk will come down in Kadiri City area.

Once entering Katang-katang Palace, Panji Watugunung immediately ordered Patih Saketi to call all Katang-katang Palace officials and some high-ranking Panjalu warrior officers to come to the King's private room.

One by one the officials of Katang-katang Palace began to appear in the King's private room. Mapatih Jayakerti, Senopati Warigalit, Senopati Narapraja, Patih Saketi, Senopati Tunggul Arga, Tumenggung Ludaka, Tumenggung Landung, Tumenggung Sindupraja and Demung Gumbreg and Demung Rajegwesi were sitting cross-legged neatly in the King's private room.

Panji Watugunung who has changed his clothes with the style of King Panjalu come to that place. After the Watugunung Panji sat on his seat, the officials and high-ranking officers of the Panjalu warriors immediately worshipped at the Watugunung Panji.

"Our devotion to Gusti Prabu Jayengrana" they said.

"I accept your devotion" Panji Watugunung raised his right hand.

"Just go ahead, please,

I want to hear reports from all of you about the news delivered by Kakang Warigalit regarding the rebellion carried out by Akuwu Lwaram", said Watugunung Panji immediately.

All officials and high-ranking officers of Panjalu soldiers began to report the news they heard from the password telik as well as from cross-regional traders. The essence of their report is the same, namely the suspicious movement that occurred in Pakuwon Lwaram even to the existence of a defensive fort that surrounds the city of Lwaram from large logs.

"Please forgive Gusti Prabu if the servant sassy before.

"It's okay Uncle Jayakerti, it's your duty as a warangka paja Panjalu.

Lwaram's effort is impossible we just let it go. Any attempt to treason against the Kingdom of Panjalu will be my firm action.

Senopati Stump Arga,

You brought 2 thousand soldiers to go to Lwaram through Anjuk Padang with Tumenggung Sindupraja. Ask Duke Gunawarman to help us with the soldiers of the Duchy of Anjuk Field.

Do you understand?", Panji Watugunung stared at Senopati Tunggul Arga.

"Superior Arga is ready to carry out the orders Gusti Prabu Jayengrana", replied Senopati Tunggul Arga while respecting the Watugunung Panji.

"Uncle Mapatih Jayakerti and Uncle Saketi,

Both of you I ask to raise awareness of everything that might happen in the Kadiri City area. Arrest all suspicious people if they resist the death penalty.

Jarasanda, Ludaka Town..

Prepare your troops to move first to observe the situation around Lwaram. Don't move on your own without my cue.

Kakang Warigalit and Senopati Narapraja,

Prepare the Panjalu soldiers to prepare to go to attack the defenses of these rebels. We're going to hit Lwaram with full force.

Have you understood your respective duties?", Panji Watugunung immediately spread his gaze around the room.

"Sendiko dawuh Gusti Prabu" said officials and high-ranking officers of Panjalu soldiers simultaneously.

The next day, the Panjalu soldiers began to move towards Pakuwon Lwaram according to the direction of Panji Watugunung.

The King of Panjalu was preparing to leave for the battlefield. Dewi Anggarawati and Ayu Galuh continue to help the preparation of the husband by preparing his oversized clothes.

"Until when will we continue to be separated like this Kangmas Prabu?", asked Dewi Anggarawati while tying the rope that binds the Watugunung Panji belt.

"Until Panjalu is completely safe from the barking of those who do not want to see peace in this kingdom of Dinda..

You take it easy, after this I will take more time for all of you", replied Panji Watugunung immediately.

"You must return home safely and bring Kangmas Prabu victory..

I, Kangmbok Anggarawati, Naganingrum, Kangmbok Pitaloka and Kangmbok Mayang look forward to your return..

Remember, your sons need their father's figure to grow up" Ayu Galuh said with a sweet smile.

"I promise Dinda", Panji Watugunung smiles widely while looking at his two beautiful wives.

Accompanied by Dewi Srimpi and Cempluk Rara Sunti, Panji Watugunung into the ranks of the Panjalu army led by Senopati Warigalit and Senopati Narapraja. They took the line north past Pakuwon Watugaluh.

After a day of crossing the Brantas river, the Panjalu Army increased due to additional soldiers from the Duchy of Matahun and Bojonegoro. They continued to move rapidly towards the North. After crossing the Wulyu River, the Panjalu Army moved westward along the road along the banks of the Wulayu River to head towards Lwaram.

While the Panjalu Forces led by Senopati Tunggul Arga and Tumenggung Sindupraja who were in charge of besieging, got the help of troops from Anjuk Padang and Kurawan who moved quickly from the opposite side with Panjalu troops led by Patugunung Panji.

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In the Lwaram warrior fortress located on the banks of the Wulyu River, the soldiers were already preparing to welcome the arrival of the Panjalu soldiers because they knew about the departure of Panjalu troops under the leadership of Patugunung Panji who moved in large numbers. A telik cipher had reported about their arrival to Dyah Wijayawarman and Akuwu Wiryamukti.

Although not expecting that the response from the Panjalu will be this fast, but they have been on standby as well as possible.

"Gusti Prince Wijayavarman,

We should also prepare ourselves if something happens that we do not expect" said Akuwu Wiryamukti while respecting Dyah Wijayawarman.

"What do you mean, Akuwu Wiryamukti? Explain it to me", asked Dyah Wijayavarman immediately.

"Hamba has prepared dozens of boats to leave this place if our troops are unable to defend against Panjalu's forces.

Not I do not believe in the strength of our troops, but guarding against all possibilities is a good thing" said Akuwu Wiryamukti with a bow of respect to Dyah Wijayawarman.

Mmmmmm..

"You take it easy, Akuwu Wiryamukti..

The people I brought from Srivijaya were not random people. They are high-scientific fighters who are able to defeat an army of soldiers easily", Dyah Wijayawarman grinned widely.

"But Gusti Prince, the high-ranking officers of Panjalu soldiers were also not people to be taken lightly.

The Jenggala army alone was able to conquer them easily. That's because they are highly educated" said Akuwu Wiryamukti reminded. Hearing that remark, Dyah Wijayavarman smiled sinisterly towards that Akuwu Lwaram immediately.

"You must not fear Akuwu Wiryamukti..

My people can definitely destroy the Panjalu Army!", said Dyah Wijayawarman as he clenched his hands.

Akuwu Wiryamukti smiled faintly at Dyah Wijayawarman's high self-confidence speech.

"I believe in Gusti Prince"

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Don't forget to be thankful that you forgot how to complain.

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