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The Gojalisuta War Part 17
The words of Raden Partajumena before he went ring in his ear, that losing one land or city was not enough to determine victory. What determines the outcome is on the battlefield.
“Minister, stay here to manage and try to ship grain. I will venture forward to the army and form reinforcements with all the youths 17 years and above to assist the troops in Astana Gandamana.”
"Yes, my king!" Patih Udawa solemnly replied. When the country is in trouble both internally and externally, that is when the king and the prime minister must work together.
Since many things were happening around them, the battlefield of Gojalisuta was still very quiet.
After successfully taking down the Fortress of Astana Gandamana, Patih Pancadnyana assigned 50 thousand people stationed outside the gap to defend it. As the only way in, they had to maintain it in order to ensure that the grains could be transported.
At this point, Trajutresna's forces formed a line of defense from the pass to the Gunadeva Rishi Camp, and destroyed any possibility of Dwarawati's army besieging them.
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Military advisers introduced the organization of Trajutresna's army troops, followed by reporting on new military intelligence. “Trajutresna leads another 150 thousand troops, and goes straight to Astana Gandamana. Besides them, there are other help, and all of them prepare for war.”
"Jank!" Arya Setyaki is angry.
They had no grain and now they had a powerful enemy. This was a danger that the Dwarawati army had never faced before. Even so, the generals and officials did not surrender, because Raden Partajumena, the god of war in their hearts.
"How is the grain situation?" Raden Partajumena asked solemnly.
“In addition to Astana Gandamana, and the Capital of Mandura, all have portions of grain, but the amount is not much. Overall, it can last for 20 days. In addition, the king had begun transporting grain here. Because the distance is far, we can not depend on it for short term.”
Raden Partajumena nodded, looked around at the various generals and said calmly, “Tarajutresna's army has 4 advantages. They have enough grain, they have reinforcements, the area is small and easy to maintain, and their morale is high.”
He continued. “However, they also have four weaknesses. First, although the defensive line seemed impenetrable, the line was too long, and they could not protect the end of the line. If we try, we can definitely cut the line in half. Second, after they destroyed the Fortress of Astana Gandamana, they did not attempt to pursue victory and cut off our supply lines. Their tactics were not decisive enough and it gave us a chance to fight back. Thirdly, their successive victories and having reinforcements meant they might be overconfident. Fourth, they hide in the crevice means they can only survive passively.”
Everyone inside the cave waited with bated breath. They were clear that before each battle, Raden Partajumena would weigh the pros and cons of the enemy. Only then would he think of a plan. What they were waiting for was this exact moment.
"To destroy our enemies, it's simple." Raden Partajumena said and stopped before continuing, “Circle them and destroy their reinforcements, and fortify somewhere, but divert all resources. Attack their weaknesses, and launch an isolated siege!”
Arya Setyaki asked, “Raden Partajumena, please elaborate."
“This strategy is focused on surrounding them, fishing for reinforcements before hitting their reinforcements. Trajutresna's army that played down the defensive line gave us a chance. As long as we attack the barn place and attract their attention, then send our main army to kill the army of 150 thousand before, Trajutresna army will be cornered once again.”
All the generals exclaimed, respect and admiration in their eyes. However, Raden Partajumena was a very serious person and rarely laughed, so the generals did not dare to sing praises inside the tent. They all looked at their war god, curiously knowing how he would organize an army.
Heru Cokro sat in the corner, emotions filling him. Only a person like Raden Partajumena could become the commander-in-chief. Generals like General Giri and Patih Jayakalana would never exist, the difference between them was very clear.
"General, take my orders!" Raden Partajumena's words broke Heru Cokro's mind, making him focus once again.
"Yes general!" Patih Pragota and Arya Prabawa.
The late Patih Pragota helped result in the death of the Gunadeva Resi.
Arya Prabawa and the other generals disrespected anyone in the military, only respecting Raden Partajumena.
“Morning turn, Raden Wisata will approach the south side of the barn spot and make an aggressive gesture to lure them. Arya Setyaki will react from the side and at the same time ensure the safety of grain line.”
Arya Setyaki and Raden Wisata, one is brave and fierce, while the other is stable. It's nice that they're opposite. Because it was a fake attack, Raden Partajumena deliberately sent Arya Setyaki to attack. He was worried Raden Wisata would be rash and actually attack, thus affecting the entire plan.
"Yes!"
After all the generals left, Raden Partajumena searched for Arya Setyaki and secretly told her a few words before letting her go.
The next day, Raden Wisata and his troops went and sauntered towards the Gunadewa Resi Camp, and acted as if they were going all out.
Arya Setyaki's forces in the west also moved out, dust and dirt billowing from their movements.
Above, Patih Pancadnyana and Ditya Amisunda stood together.
Against the decision of Ditya Amisunda, Patih Pancadnyana, although he disagreed, he had no choice to accept it. Following the king's orders to establish a defensive line, and not go out and fight.
Seeing the troops of Raden Wisata storming forward, Patih Pancadnyana did not think much. He had sent 50 thousand people there and in a day, they had fixed the camp, and it was reusable.
Adding the 100 thousand Ditya Mahodara troops at the foot of the barn, he did not think Raden Wisata's forces could succeed. Thinking back, even the 150 thousand troops he had were unable to take down the Gunadeva Rishi camp in such a short time.
"For what did the army of Dwarawati hurry?" Dita Amisunda asked.
Patih Pancadnyana laughs. “The availability of their grain is cut off, so I think they want to go all out before our reinforcements arrive.”
“Raden Partajumena is a god when using troops, so why is he so rash? Is there a scheme in all this?” Ditya Amisunda could not understand and said agitatedly.
“Amazing joke! Although Raden Partajumena is smart, even heaven supports us, what can he do?” Although Patih Pancadnyana lost to Raden Partajumena, he did not believe that he was worse than her and wanted to prove himself.