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Latansa, Deputy Director of the Military Intelligence Division
On February 26, intelligence information about the fort came one after another to the table of Heru Cokro. Informants took great risks to dive through the Bengawan Solo River into the fort to get the information directly. The fortress had over 900 bandits, 500 of whom were fighters, enough to form a battalion. Of those 500, there were 400 level 25 ordinary bandits and a hundred level 30 elite bandits.
In addition to having 3 leaders, Nogo Sosro was the first commander, the second commander was named Ulo Sowo, and the last was Joko Tingkir who was the third commander. Among the three, the most famous is Joko Tingkir. It is said that he was a naval general who was rescued by Nogo Sosro and brought back to the fort. Proficient in army training, he soon became the commander of the third bandit.
In intelligence, it was revealed the reason why the bandits did not take action was due to internal conflict. The dispute arose from Ulo Sowo's unhappiness over Joko Tingkir's quick promotion, affecting his interests and profits. He assembled the original cadre, claiming that Tingkir was an officer as propaganda, and asked Nogo Sosro to get rid of Joko Tingkir.
However, Joko Tingkir also has his own supporters. Almost half of the bandits, amazed and subjugated by the ability to train Joko Tingkir army. Both sides fight and curse each other like fire and ice or cats and dogs.
Nogo Sosro tried his best to reconcile and restore harmony, but to no avail. As things escalated rapidly, war between the two factions seemed inevitable, then how could he have any thoughts of occupying or colonizing Java Dwipa?
Having this detailed information in his hands, Heru Cokro was extremely excited. Soon, he promoted the intrepid informant as the Deputy Director of the Military Intelligence Division and awarded him a reward of 5 gold.
He knew that the key to eradicating these bandits lay with Joko Tingkir. But how? This is another problem that Heru Cokro needs to solve. At this moment, he truly realized how important a strategist was.
Without a second choice, he called Kawis Guwa to his office, he wanted to listen to Kawis Guwa's opinion regarding this matter. After all, he had led an army to fight before.
Briefly, he told Kawis Guwa about the fort and the information they had. "Do you have a good plan for this?" Heru Cokro asked.
Kawis Guwa pondered for a moment, “Joko Tingkir comes from a military background, it is not at all surprising that he and the bandits did not get along. Java Dwipa is an official territory recognized by the government, the same line as naval officers. If I were Joko Tingkir, I would choose Jawa Dwipa over the bandits. Therefore, Your Majesty can send a messenger to meet Joko Tingkir, show him that we are the only true way. Command him to inspire rebellion from within and we will attack from outside, so that the bandits will be easily eradicated in no time.”
Heru Cokro shook his head, “I'm afraid it won't be that easy. Nogo Sosro has saved Joko Tingkir's life, so he won't easily betray his savior. From the dispute, it can be said that the reason can stand firm is because of the support of Nogo Sosro from behind. Thus, it is not easy to make him turn away from his savior, at least, not in the near future.”
Kawis Guwa smiled mysteriously, confidently she said, “Your Majesty, I will tell you the truth. What if the letter to Joko gets out of us falls into the hands of Nogo Sosro? With his personality, he would no longer trust Joko Tingkir. So, with this alone, we have destroyed them from within. It can also attract Joko Tingkir join us.”
To be honest, Kawis Guwa's plan really teased Heru Cokro for a moment. However, once he thought about it again, he could only give up after considering the consequences, “Indeed it is truly a brilliant plan, if we follow this plan. Joko Tingkir may be forced to stand on our side, but he will never be one of us. It's definitely not something I want. I'm sure you know the importance of a naval general to Java Dwipa.”
"How's it?"
“Corrupt relations between Ulo Sowo and Nogo Sosro. Let Ulo Sowo lead a senior cadre at the fort to reject Nogo Sosro's support of Joko Tingkir. Find the right time, and make the two turn against each other. When crabs and fish wrestle, Java Dwipa can watch the fight behind the fort and become a fisherman who makes a profit.”
Heru Cokro nodded his head excitedly, "You must have a good plan, please show me how!"
“Your Majesty, you just need to send a trusted and skilled spy to sneak into the fortress and spread the word. Say that Ulo Sowo will riot to replace Nogo Sosro. Make sure the words get to Nogo Sosro, if coupled with such highly sensitive news. Even if he thought the news was absurd, he would still choose to exterminate Ulo Sowo. Naturally, Ulo Sowo will not stay silent and wait for his death, so the fight between the two is inevitable again.” Kawis Guwa calmly analyzed the situation.
“In addition, to ensure the plan can run smoothly, there are two more things that need to be done. First, disable the alert status of Java Dwipa. So that the bandits would let their guard down, and only focus on the battles to come. Second, Continue our communication with Joko Tingkir, show him our sincerity and goodwill. In that case, he would most likely avoid a showdown. So as to weaken the power of Nogo Sosro, and maintain the balance between Ulo Sowo and Nogo Sosro.” Kawis Guwa continued with two more sizes, one inside and one outside, making the plan very seamless.
Heru Cokro applauded and praised Kawis Guwa for his extraordinary plan. “Based on your genius and extraordinary plan, it can definitely destroy the fortress in no time! In addition, I want you to write a letter to Joko Tingkir.”
“Sure, it is my obligation to write it!”
After Kawis Guwa left the ruling residence, Heru Cokro summoned Ghozi and Latansa's new deputy director. He briefed them on the plan, “Now, it is up to the Military Intelligence Division to make the plan work. Selection to be a spy must be strict, trustable and flexible-minded.”
Ghozi and Latansa looked at each other and nodded.
Latansa stood up and said, "Your Majesty, I will personally sneak into the raider camp, and will not disappoint you!"
"In that case, I don't have to worry." Heru Cokro nodded his head.