Pendekar Batari Mahadewi: The Journey to Find Your Self
Episode 185 Pradipa Play #2
Jalu and Niken wait for Pradipa and his two colleagues in a forest far enough from the city of Blue Pearls. Shortly thereafter, the three warriors who were waiting for it finally arrived.
“Hahaha, what are you doing there Pradipa?” greet Jalu while laughing. Then the five warriors laughed out loud.
“Luckily you guys come in and attack first from us, so we can do disguise smoothly.” Pradipa.
“How good, means from tonight you will directly join the Swargabhumi forces in the city of Blue Pearl?” ask Jalu.
“Yes, that's for sure. I will tell you that you guys have escaped so that the three of us are obviously needed there just in case there are other warriors attacking there.” Pradipa.
“Did brother Pradipa know the development of the movement of the enemy group?” ask Niken.
“Yes, before the three of us came to the Blue Pearl city, we had been on a mission there. The group was only half the journey. It should be another two weeks they will be in Swargadwipa, but what we did there should make the trip go back a few more days. You guys are still on duty in Dhyana city?” ask Pradipa.
“Yes, we are just waiting for an order from uncle Patih.” Answer Jalu.
“If we get important news, we will inform you asap.” Pradipa.
“We are waiting to hear from you. All right, we better split up now. Bye then. Take good care of yourself.” Said Jalu.
“Bye.” Reply Pradipa. The five warriors eventually separated. Jalu and Niken return to the city of Dhyana, while Pradipa returns to the city of Blue Pearls as the Dragon Sword warrior's messenger from the king Swargabhumi.
Arriving at the Blue Pearl city, Pradipa and his two colleagues headed straight to the city hall. The three immediately reported to Senopati Girimaya.
“Pardon us, senopati, the three of us lost track of the two warriors earlier. But as long as we're here, we'll ensure the safety of this city from a swordsman attack like the one that just happened.” Pradipa.
“It's okay, master swordsman, ee....previously I'm sorry, but what special task are you currently holding?” ask senopati Girimaya. He actually felt unsure, but he had no reason or hard evidence to reject the arrival of Pradipa and his two colleagues who claimed to be the direct envoy of the king Segara Biru.
“We were only assigned to accompany senopati. Of course, next we will run what senopati assigned to the three of us.” Pradipa.
“Oh, fine then. Frankly I feel awkward to command a classy warrior like gentlemen. But if you gentlemen are well pleased, how will the king get to know you?” tanya senopati Girimaya.
“Baginda king was my friend in the past. Don't be fooled by how I look, but my age is 150. Does senopati also know that her king is the same age as me?” ask Pradipa while starting her bragging. He was very sure senopati who had not even middle-aged did not know the king's past because only certain people knew.
“Really? I thought he was only about fifty years old.” Girimaya.
“Don't tell anyone that I told you this. He and I both studied the science that keeps our bodies young. It's just, maybe he was too busy with royal affairs so he did not have time to enslave his body again as I live until now. But his past is not something we should talk about.” The word Pradipa successfully influenced Girimaya's mind.
“Well senopati, please do not hesitate to tell us. The three of us here are under your command.” Pradipa.
“Good sir swordsman. Tonight, gentlemen, you'd better rest. I will ask the waiter to prepare space for the masters and while here, gentlemen can occupy the room.” Senopati Girimaya said.
In the days that followed, Pradipa and his two colleagues served as senior swordsmen from Swargabhumi. All three earned a respectable place among the warriors who were there. With the position of the three, then they can go around and monitor all activities in the Blue Pearl freely.
Pradipa who arguably has good intelligence occasionally discussed many things with Senopati Girimaya, especially about the defense strategy that must be owned by the city of Blue Pearl. During his time in the royal city of Swargadwipa, Pradipa had learned a lot. So, in front of Girimaya he can give a lot of advice and input like he has aged and has eaten a lot of salt acid life of the world. Sometimes, Pradipa gives input that is incitement to Girimaya so that senopati has more desire.
“In my opinion, senopati has a good knack for being a leader. Senopati seemed to have no fatigue and worked day and night to build and advance this city. It is very unfortunate if one day after we win the war, then senopati do not get this city.” Hasut Pradipa's.
“I only carry out the duties of the king and mahapatih Hamapadayana, master swordsman. I dare not expect more of what I do here.” Girimaya.
“Behold, senopati, that power is not solely due to rewards alone. But really because of the effort and from the effort that we get trust. Then there is no harm in senopati take advantage of this opportunity as well as possible. Build the splendor of this city again and rest assured that someday you will be trusted as the only person worthy to lead this city.” Pradipa.
“But now is not the right time to think about it, sir swordsman.” Girimaya. That answer made Pradipa smile. At least Pradipa knows that Girimaya has a desire to become a leader.
“There is no right time. There is currently no word from Mahapatih Hamapadayana. He also did not ask for any help. It seemed like the journey was very smooth and victory was in sight. So, some of the materials here can actually be converted to rebuild this city. Does senopati know why I said this?” ask Pradipa.
“Why, master swordsman?” ask Girimaya.
“This city with great difficulty we can conquer. Even with an enormous power to just conquer one city. Isn't this a little embarrassing? So, do not let this city be recaptured by Swargadwipa. We don't know what Swargadwipa's planning is, but they could take back the city, then close all aid lines to mahapatih Hamapadayana.” Pradipa.
“Then what should I do?” tanya Girimaya began to be interested in Pradipa's thoughts.
Pradipa thought for a moment. He knew that Girimaya was becoming interested in his thoughts. So Pradipa wanted to say something reasonable so that Girimaya followed his advice.
“Senopathy has thirty thousand soldiers in this city. There is no main job but to watch, clean, lift things, and the rest eat and sleep. That's really a waste. At least Senopati can work them in various things, namely building a large and high fortress around this city, training soldiers, and producing weapons.
Make the most of the government's money flow. While Mahapatih Hamapadayana did not ask for the dispatch of all the needs of the troops, it means that the coach can get everything needed along the way.
The great fortress surrounding this city was of much use. Suppose if our troops lose the war, this place will be a safe temporary shelter. Think also of attracting the residents of this city's original inhabitants to return here. They will be very useful to move the economy back, so senopati can get income from taxes.
After all, if the displaced citizens were to return here, Swargadwipa's forces would find it difficult to attack this city because their citizens were inside. We use them as hostages without them noticing.” Pradipa closed his words, letting Girimaya begin to digest what he had just said.