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Burning the Village to the Ground
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Rengga and Ratnasari took turns explaining the enemy’s current position.

King Wijaya Kusuma furrowed his brows in deep thought as he listened to their report. In terms of numbers, Jaya Buana had more soldiers than Cakrabuana. However, with Mandalasura likely joining the enemy ranks, King Dharma Kusuma now had a powerful asset—a trump card that could shift the tide of war in his favor.

The discussion continued as King Wijaya Kusuma invited Rengga, Ratnasari, and Prime Minister Bayu Aji into his private chamber.

Given the urgency of the situation, he found it difficult to trust even his own officials. He feared that the strategy he was about to finalize with the three of them might be leaked.

Rengga estimated that the enemy would arrive the following evening, just before nightfall. It was unlikely they would attack immediately. They would certainly use the night to rest and regain their strength.

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