"Once in a while I never dare to forget them, my lord. They are my comrades in arms and your loyal Kadehan," said Rangga Lawe.
"Ah, I think you have kept that in mind. But why are you making such a fuss about Nambi's appointment? You are not alone, Lawe. Neither Lembu Sora nor the other kadehan feel obligated to uphold the Majapahit kingdom. But it is the whole kadehan in the form of a unit that is burdened by that duty!"
His Majesty paused to pay attention to the ministers present. He wanted to study the impression that radiated from the faces of the inmates. All the ministers of hulubalang and narapraja were seen nodding their heads and straightening their attitudes. The attitude of soldiers who are ready to carry out orders.
Be silent, your majesty. He got the impression that the hulubalang ministers were still obedient and loyal.
"The appointment of Nambi as Patih Amangkubumi, do not interpret it as a gift to Nambi personally" he said to Lawe "but it should be accepted as a state trust for all kadehan"
Then in a more emphatic tone, the king also shouted "Lawe, your words that reflect the feeling of dissatisfaction earlier, actually only lower the degree of unity of kadehan as a whole. Including yourself!"
"My Lord, my lord," Rangga Lawe said in adoration, "That your majesty appoints one of the kadehans to such a high position, my heart is very big. True, sir, I do consider your actions to be a trust and great appreciation to all of us kadehans."
He paused for a moment to suppress the turmoil of his pounding blood. A moment later he continued, "A belief requires an obligation, because in general a belief is a must. An accountability. The appointment of Nambi as Patih Amangkubumi, is a belief that demands great responsibility. It is heavy in my heart to accept that responsibility. So in the framework of To cope with that responsibility, I hastened to face Your Majesty. Because in my opinion, it is difficult for Nambi to be able to carry out such a heavy responsibility. Nambi's failure to carry out this heavy task, the consequences are difficult for me to describe. The wheels of the Majapahit government will definitely be full and chaotic. Authority the kingdom will certainly decline. Thus Your Majesty is like waiting for the growth of a stone planted in the ground. And the second time all of us kadehan will definitely be marked with a face. All our deeds of service in the past will be ruined. Like a year's heat erased by a day's rain.... "
King Kertarajasa gasped.
"Hm, Lawe, is your reason why you don't approve of Nambi's appointment? Hasn't Nambi studied his experience as a governor and has also passed the test of loyalty and devotion?"
"My Lord, the lord of all the people of Majapahit" shouted Rangga Lawe loudly "the holder of the reins of government for an empire as big as Majapahit, it would not be right to measure it from the point of loyalty and devotion alone. For loyalty and dedication, it could be awarded with other commensurate awards. is a very important position. Those who hold the steering wheel of government. So it must be chosen from figures who are truly capable and outstanding in administrative knowledge. Have broad and precise intelligence and views. Nambi I consider that this requirement is inadequate "
"Then who do you think is right to occupy that position?"
Rangga Lawe was stunned. The astonishment continued to grow suspicion. Isn't it enough for your majesty to understand that among the kadehan kings who are loyal and capable, Nambi is not the only one? Isn't there still Lembu Sora, and he himself?
The Duke of Tuban was amazed. Until in the end the range of his reflections hit a conclusion. Ah, is it possible that the king wants to test his heart?
In accordance with his temperament, the Duke of Tuban was very quick to draw conclusions and decisions "Gusti, if you are willing to ask my thoughts. So in the view of this narrow-minded servant, presumably no other kadehan can match him, both in terms of charity, loyalty and broad views. as well as his expertise in administration matters ... "
"Who?" cried the king. "Rakryan Demang Lembu Sora!"
"Hey, Lawe, don't be so loud!" Lemba Sora shouted in unison. Rakryan Demang's face, which was beginning to be hit by old age, was tense red.
Then he worshiped towards the king "Ouch, your majesty, my lord Kertarajasa! I beg you, just get rid of Lawe's nonsense chatter! Not even a speck crossed my mind to occupy the position of the almighty Patih Amangkubumi..."
His Majesty stared at it.
"Servant is old, my lord" Lembu Sora continued his prayer "I am also satisfied with receiving Your grace now. What is important to me. It is not a matter of rank, nor is it a matter of position. But about the welfare of the Majapahit kingdom and your safety. The position of Patih Amangkubumi, I should about Your Majesty's decision to appoint anyone. And in my view, Nambi is indeed impeccable in holding that position . . . "
“Hm, what is your reason for saying that? I'm glad to hear Lawe's honest and firm attitude who dared to object to the appointment. As long as that attitude and rebuttal is truly based on a pure heart, selfless. On the contrary, I don't like the attitude of people who always just say yes. So that's why I don't know my shortcomings and mistakes.
Lembu Sora was silent for a while. Then he also said "I am of the opinion that Nambi has fulfilled the requirements. What Rangga Lawe prevented was only his ability to organize government. But in my opinion, Nambi had sufficient skills, experience, broad views, patience and knowledge of administrative matters. Nambi was not as bad as Rangga Lawe said ... "