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Kangsa Takon Father Part 7
After the analysis, other than the 2,000 led by the stubborn ruler, there was a total of 40,000 troops. Of these troops, 25,000 were infantry, 10,000 were cavalry and 5,000 were archers.
Over the next few days, they would conduct joint exercises to improve their coordination so that during the battle, they could be commanded effectively. In a traditional battlefield involving armies of more than tens of thousands, commanding them was always a problem. This aspect could really test the abilities of a general.
At the same time, 600 thousand unelected people were digging a deep trench outside the city. With such a huge workforce, even the largest fields could be dug up beyond recognition.
25 Kilometers south of Giribajra is the Magada Forest. The people needed one to two days to move into the battlefield. Therefore, to prevent anything unwanted from happening, Prabu Wrehadrata ordered 500 royal guards to guard them.
Magada's main military force was in the east, consisting of only 10 thousand royal guards, 6,000 royal soldiers, and a number of war elephants. At times like this, Prabu Wrehadrata still sent 500 royal guards to ensure the plan went ahead. The interest he placed on this plan is evident. He had to make sure it worked without fail.
In the sky above them, a small bird flew after them along the way.
*****
Day four, Guagra's main military camp.
"Report!" the military spy rushed to the king's tent, knelt down and said, "Reporting intelligence from the front line to the king."
In the tent there is Jaka Slewah and the prime minister Patih Suratimantra.
"Hurry up, tell me." Jaka Slewah, impatient.
“The Kingdom of Magada has made a strange move. They drove hundreds of thousands of people out of the city and forced them to dig trenches in the Magada Forest,” The spy did not dare to drag on and quickly answered the king.
Jaka Slewah is confused. He turned around and looked at his minister, "Prime Minister, what are their intentions?"
Patih Suratimantra stroked his beard. Then, he frowned and said, “Diggering the trench, they are trying to stop our war chariot. Looks like there's a talent that helps them.”
"What's? What should we do in response?” Jaka Slewah was surprised, the war chariot was their biggest trump card and the core of their battle plan. If the war chariot could not reach their enemy, the entire plan would fail miserably.
"The only thing we can do now is send an army to chase its people, and stop them digging trenches."
Jaka Slewah nodded, “In your opinion, who should we send?”
“Here is the problem. Our troops are limited in number, so we cannot act recklessly to avoid an ambush.”
“Then why not launch the last attack and start the war?” jaka Slewah's Advice.
Patih Suratimantra shook his head and said, “We can't. The others have not yet arrived, so it is still not time to launch the last attack.”
Jaka Slewah was a little agitated, "Then, what should we do?"
As he began to fidget, the guard outside the tent reported, "Representative player Wijiono Manto asked permission to meet the king."
"Let him in" Jaka Slewah agreed.
Wijiono Manto enters the tent. Then, he bowed and greeted, "Representative player Wijiono Manto greets the king and prime minister."
“Let go of the formalities,” Jaka Slewah forced his modesty, “What do you have for me?”
“I am here to ease the king's worries,” replied Wijiono Manto with great confidence.
"Oh?" Confused king.
“I heard the news that the enemy was cunning. They dug a trench outside in the Magada Forest, and tried to stop our mighty chariot. As the representative of the player, I am here to ask the king's permission to stop their plans.”
Jaka Slewah was overjoyed, "Good, I just worried about this matter."
“Wait,” Patih Suratimantra opened his mouth and said with great worry, “Exorcising them is enough. Try not to hurt anyone.”
"Understood!" Although he replied like this with his mouth, Wijiono Manto did not remember those words.
After staking out, they discover that only 500 soldiers are following the entourage. This was the best opportunity for them to slaughter and earn battle contribution points, so how could they possibly miss it? That was why Wijiono Manto rushed to the king's tent and requested this task.
After Wijiono Manto left, Patih Suratimantra still frowned, feeling uneasy.
"Train, is something wrong?" ask Jaka Slewah.
“The people still deserve us to fight. I'm afraid the players will slaughter them.” Patih Suratimantra explained.
“Did Wijiono Manto not promise you that he would not slaughter those people? So, what else to worry about?” Jaka Slewah was even more confused.
Patih Suratimantra shook his head, “Originally the players' proposal was strange, and they were strong. They may not listen to us at all.”
"Train, you must be thinking too much about things," Jaka Slewah believed that he had great strength and his words were useful within the army.
*****
When Wijiono Manto returned to his tent, Roberto, Prabowo Sugianto, Prakash Lobia, Lotu wong, Jogo Pangestu, and Nadim Makaron had been waiting for him.
"How's it?" Prabowo Sugianto asked. He and Wijiono Manto are close to each other now.
Wijiono Manto showed his excitement on his face, "Done!"
Good, let's see how Jendra can still laugh now Jogo Pangestu shouted.
"Should we ask other rulers to join us?" ask Lotu Wong.
Prakash Lobia was the first to disagree, “There are only 500 soldiers. Our army of 4,000 is more than enough to handle them. Why should we split the battle contribution points with the others?”
Lotu Wong shook his head, “Infanteri is walking too slowly. Only cavalry with high mobility is safer.”
Then, we can invite the core allies and form a force of 3,000 cavalry, Prakash Lobia took a step back and compromised.
"Roberto, why didn't you say a word?" Wijiono Manto seems to have deliberately asked this question.
Roberto furrowed his brows. He ignored Wijiono Manto's pride and said, “I think that Jendra most likely proposed a plan to dig a trench. Will there be trickery or conspiracy behind it?”
“Ha~haha, Roberto. Are you afraid of Jendra now?" Prakash Lobia has voiced her disgust about Roberto's doubts.
Wijiono Manto also had a joking expression on his face, and he did not answer Roberto's question.
Although they were forced to reunite under the command of the elders, Wijiono Manto still did not allow Roberto to lead the alliance. So, it was no surprise that he suppressed Roberto and his fame.
However, Lotu Wong did not follow their childish actions, "What Roberto said may be true, so we must be prepared."
Wijiono Manto shook his head, “Lotu Wong, you think too much. According to the information from the scouts, there were no other military signs around the Magada Forest. We just need to send the cavalry and surprise them with an ambush. It took a day for Jendra to receive the news and come. That's more than enough time for us to finish the task and go.”
"That's fine. I can't believe that Jendra is so strong. “Prakash Lobia is a staunch ally of Wijiono Manto. Then of course, he will support Wijiono Manto.
Lotu Wong remained silent.