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Affiliate Region, Batih Ageng
“I think, not only do we need to build a bridge, we also need to build it quickly before they even notice us, also we quickly nail the fort on the river bank. Otherwise, once they realize and put their troops on the river bank, it will be even more difficult for us to conquer the basin.” said Witana Sideng Rana.
Kawis Guwa admitted his opinion: “Witana Director is right, but have you ever thought about it, how can we build a territory without them noticing? This is not something that can be done in a few days. Furthermore, even if the territory is well established, how can we defend ourselves from nomadic tribes with limited defensive capabilities? I'm afraid, all resources will end up wasted with free.”
But Witana Sideng Rana was clearly ready, she replied with great confidence: “The solution to the question you asked is simple. Since it would be a bridge, it would naturally not follow the normal procedures of the affiliate area. We will build it as a military fortress. The first step was naturally to build a strong stone region wall, only after it was built would the inner structure come. So we just need to put a little garrison team enough to fight the nomadic tribes. Since the nomadic tribes were open field warfare troops, siege battles were something they did not control, they did not even have basic siege weapons
“That's right, I suggest that we put the cavalry unit as the coordination team. Together with the stationed team, it will be enough to ensure the security of the region.” Raden Said continued, he did not expect Witana Sideng Rana to have such a deep strategic vision. Even he as the Director of Military Affairs did not think that far.
Only his immediate reaction made him reject the suggestion, his instincts telling him that if they stopped the plan on the barong, they would miss out on a good opportunity, but how to do it, he doesn't have a good plan in mind. Now, Witana Sideng Rana gives them the perfect solution to the problem.
It was not her profession of military affairs, so Fatimah kept quiet and listened. Kawis Guwa also pondered after listening to the explanation of Witana Sideng Rana. He did not say anything and it could be considered a tacit approval.
Seeing the 4 directors agree with each other, Heru Cokro did not hesitate anymore and said: "Good, we will do what Director Witana said, tomorrow we will start the construction of the third affiliate area."
After agreeing on the strategy, what they need to discuss next is the officers from the affiliate area.
“This third additional region will be named Batih Ageng. It is right next to the Bengawan Solo River, as well as showing our kindness and sincerity. For all of these nomadic tribes, we do not have the ability to force them into submission, we should discuss with them. Compared to Pantura and Kebonagung, the future of Batih Ageng region has more challenges. Therefore, a good officer is very important.”
“This officer must be good at politics and care about the military forces there. He also had to have good adaptability due to being across the river from the main city, and outside of that many powerful forces, the main stronghold was not always there to retaliate and help. Who would you recommend?” Heru Cokro asked.
This was the first time Heru Cokro had asked for the director's opinion when choosing officers from affiliate territories. In the case of the Pantura region and Kebonagung region, he made his own decision. This was the first time Heru Cokro could not think of a suitable man.
Of the 4 directors, Raden Said was the most relaxed. He had just joined Jawa Dwipa and become a member of the military, so he obviously would not have a good person to recommend. As for the other 3 directors, they hesitated. If this recommendation goes well, everyone will be happy, but if the recommendation is wrong, then the person recommending it should take responsibility.
The Financial Bureau is considered a more specialized bureau, and of all directors and managers, it is difficult to find someone who can control the big picture. Therefore, Fatimah shook her head and said that there was nothing she could recommend.
The Material Reserve Bureau was similar and various directors and managers came from scratch. That was already the limit to commanding a division, how could they be officials in the affiliate territory? The only one who stood out was Gudang Garam Samudro Director, but his experience was lacking, and Witana Sideng Rana could only shake her head.
“I recommend Bayu Septianto and Zudan Arif. Who to choose, I leave it to Your Majesty.” Finally, Kawis Guwa decided to hand the decision to Heru Cokro.
Heru Cokro nodded his head. These two men were the ones he expected to recommend, in the end it was still him who became the one to make the decision. Of the two, it was not because Kawis Guwa had no preferences, but this type of personnel arrangement was too sensitive and he did not want to get involved too deeply.
Fatimah sneered to the side when she saw Heru Cokro having trouble making a decision.
Heru Cokro looked at him and said, “Let's choose Zudan Arif. The Deputy Director of the Civil Registry Division will become the new Director and replace Zudan Arif. The position of Bayu Septianto will also be moved, has long been a deputy director, it is time he trained by becoming a Director. He will be the Director of the new Integrated Services Division.”
In the end, Heru Cokro decided to choose Zudan Arif. His departure will soon be covered by Gilang Ramadhan. If Bayu Septianto was chosen, it would result in the Civil Registry Division having too many people and the Integrated Services Division would have too few people. As for Heru Cokro's decision, the four directors had their own thoughts.
After discussing the new officers for the affiliate territory, Heru Cokro ended the meeting. As for the development issues, he was ready to gather all the directors and managers in the afternoon for a discussion.
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At 14:00, the delicacy hall of the ruler's residence
Heru Cokro gathers all the bureaus and divisions related to the new affiliate area.
With the issue of the construction of Batih Ageng Village, Heru Cokro shared his idea. “First of all we must consider the route of Batih Ageng Village in the future. The village wall will stretch for 2 kilometers in square shape, 9 meters high and 5 meters wide. In the construction of the wall, our main camp must participate. Construction Division has to send some people, and we have to rush to finish it in a week in case something happens.”
Buminegoro nodded to signal that he was fine with it. The size of the project is only half of the main area. The hardest part was transporting the material through the river.
“Village residents sent to Batih Ageng Village should be well selected. Ordinary civilians would become herders because military horse stables would be built there in the future. For skilled talents, it is better if we choose upper middle talents such as blacksmiths, merchants, etc.” said Heru Cokro.