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Trading Market Plunder, Batih Ageng
From November 2 to November 5, the peaceful state of the prairie did not last long and became noisier again.
In just a few days, on the eastern and southern borders, there have been more than 5 raids within the borders of the 6-middle-sized tribes. The robbers seem to be very experienced, they have a clear target and they do not leave any survivors.
Blood splattered everywhere in the ruins of the tribe, showing the cruelty that befell them.
All the evidence suggests that the killers crossed the border and raided these tribes. Because of this, hatred among the tribal people was pushed to a higher level. Now, they always ask their leaders to declare war on their enemies. However, the tribe higher-ups would not act rashly. They were worried that those with bad intentions were trying to destroy the alliance, and were trying to settle the matter peacefully.
Before they could finish their investigation, the rulers among the tribes were killed, they died secretly in their tents or in the wilderness.
Suddenly, the situation made them all uneasy.
At this time, the 2nd regiment stationed at Pamong Lor Camp left the camp in the name of training. Without hiding their tracks, they crossed the Bengawan Solo River and disappeared mysteriously.
As soon as the regiment left, a large amount of iron and food had been transported to Batih Ageng and stored in the market warehouse. They were simply stored away, lying before the naked eyes of the tribal people who were trading in the market.
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Udo Udo Tribe, Tribal Head Tent
"Head, this is a good opportunity, we must not hesitate anymore!"
As a neighbor of Batih Ageng, market movements and Pamong Lor Camp will definitely be noticed by the Udo Udo Tribe. They had already noticed Batih Ageng before this, and once they got the news, they were even more agitated.
"That's right, chief! We only need 1000 people, and we can definitely seize the market."
Akhsat sat in front with his eyebrows locked and his voice serious. “Use your brain! Their actions are too suspicious. This is definitely a trap.”
“Head, whether it's a trap or not, in the end, everything will be the size of our fists. As long as we have dropped the market, what can the Batih Ageng military do? Even if it was a trap, we would still hit them to the ground, and make them covered in blood.” The one who spoke was the side arm of Akhsat, a tribal general, Padatala.
"Yes, yeah, that's right!" Solidala's words resonated with the others.
Even Akhsat was moved. He would be lying if he said that he was not tempted by the resources in the market. However, as a chieftain, he needed to look further and deeper for the sake of his tribe, taking into account every possibility. “Padatala, your words are true. But what concerns me is the attacks that have been going on in the savanna lately. This place was now like an active volcano that could Erupt at any moment. This is really not a good time to cause trouble again.”
“Head, this is why we should act more decisively. Grab this opportunity, get ore and food in bulk for ourselves. They will be our survival guarantee.” Solid is firm and firm, and he says this with determination.
Solidala's opinion was in line with the opinions of other tribal chiefs.
Akhsat sighed in his heart. Solidala's words were too harsh, making him think that he was too conservative. To fight for a high place in the world, caution is required, but excessive caution will eventually turn into fear, and it would allow countless golden opportunities to escape his grasp.
There's saying. “If the time is right, someone will reap all the benefits. But if the time is wrong, someone will bear the consequences.”
"Good!" Akhsat. "Adatala, I command you to lead 1000 men and seize the trading market." Akhsat lost his usual calm demeanor. Under the temptation of victory and gain, as well as under the insistence of the ruling family, his blood boiled.
"okay!" Padatala is very confident.
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Padatala led his troops, suddenly crossing the village's protective river and attacking the completely helpless trading market.
The army drove out all the traders who were there, and plundered the entire trading market. They did not forget to burn and destroy the entire place.
As the fire spread and rose into the sky, the soldiers brought large quantities of trophies and goods and left.
The trading market outside Batih Ageng was an important trading place between the Javanese Dwipa and the nomadic tribes. Every tribe, including the Pangkah Tribe, had traders living there.
The actions of the Udo Udo Tribe were like a whirlwind, and spread throughout the meadow.
When all the tribes knew the news, some were envious and some were jealous. Many even regret that they were not the ones who thought about it.
The winners were of course delighted, and when large quantities of ores and grains were transported back to their tribe, the entire tribe was busy, and they held a big feast on the same day.
Even Akhsat could not believe what had happened and felt lucky that he had not missed the opportunity.
Based on calculations, the amount of grain can last for half a year. The ore was enough to make many arrows, knives, and armor.
The Udo Udo tribe is now one step closer to becoming the ruler of the prairie.
The second day, even before the spirit of the tribe's celebration passed, the envoy from Batih Ageng had arrived.
The envoy warned the Udo Udo Tribe of their actions and demanded the tribe return all their goods and 500 barongs back as compensation.
“Haha~Haha~” messenger words attract laughter mocking the members of the tribe.
The envoy remained calm and his facial expression did not change.
Akhsat sat in his tent, shaking his head in amusement. "What if I don't do it?"
"If you refuse, then we can only fight."
"Such big words, do you know who you're talking to?" Solidala berated, the success of the robbery made his prestige rise and he is now seen as a tribal hero.
The envoy's eyes froze and he turned his head towards Padatala, saying calmly, “This must be the general who robbed the trading market? My master said that such a crime must end!”
"Jank!" Padatala was very angry. "That kind of courage, I'll kill you." As he said that, he took out a clurit by his side and jumped towards the messenger.
"Stop!" Suddenly, Akhsat stopped Padatala. He was confused and asked, “What did you just say, sir? Batih Ageng is small and he dares to call himself mister?”
Facing such a strong opposition, the messenger was not afraid and continued to put on a flat face. Hearing Akhsat's words, he turned around and said, "You insulted my master and now there is no way for reconciliation, goodbye!"