The Rise of Australasia

On September 25, 1925, Governor Dirk of the Dutch East Indies issued a general martial law decree in the East Indies, demanding that all indigenous peoples who comply with Dutch rule must stay in their respective Urban Cities and not travel to other cities under any pretext.

Those who fail to abide by this command will be treated as insurgents, and the Dutch Army can execute them without following any further orders.

On the same day, the Dutch Army and the Indigenous army engaged in fierce combat outside Batavia, with gunfire and artillery roaring incessantly—if one didn’t look closely, it might well be mistaken for an epic war.

Yet the reality of the battlefield left many intelligence personnel from Australasia somewhat taken aback.

The battle was less of a fierce fight than it was a one-sided slaughter.

The divisions stationed in Batavia were relatively competent, greatly exceeding the attacking Indigenous army in combat effectiveness when on the defense.

If it weren’t for the overwhelming number of indigenous troops, the tide of the siege could have shifted in an instant, with the Dutch Army turning to the offensive.

It was also at this time that Muhammad received orders from Governor Dirk, positioning his military southeast of Batavia, forming the Second Defense Line outside the city walls.

Although Muhammad’s military was allowed to participate in this defense and siege, Governor Dirk was shrewd; he did not station Muhammad at the very Front line to prevent him from earning too much glory in the war.

This also placed Muhammad’s troops between Batavia and the front lines, allowing them to support the front quickly but also retreat rapidly into the city if needed.

Well aware of Governor Dirk’s intentions, Muhammad, having already decided to defect to the Indigenous side, was unconcerned about such ostracism.

Even upon reflection, being stationed between the front lines and Batavia had its advantages. Governor Dirk, in his eagerness for accomplishments, had dispatched the vast majority of his troops to the front lines, leaving Batavia’s defenses notably weak.

As the military unit closest to Batavia, and with the Indigenous army drawing most of the attention of the Dutch Army, Muhammad had a bold idea—to raid Batavia directly, seize control of the Dutch East Indies Government, and then join forces with the Indigenous army to surround the Dutch Army at the front, decisively defeating the Dutch Colonial Government.

As risky as this plan seemed, with the potential for the Dutch Army to retaliate viciously in case of failure,

To Muhammad, who aspired to become the ruler of the Indigenous peoples, such fear was inconsequential. Without taking major risks, how could one fulfill their ambitions?

Resolved to act on his thoughts, Muhammad immediately picked up the defense map of the areas surrounding Batavia.

Although he was uncertain of Governor Dirk’s specific deployment, Muhammad was well aware of the number of troops in Batavia and which defense lines they were stationed at.

About two divisions, one brigade, and a few of the Governor’s Guards made up Batavia’s garrison force. All two divisions were sent to the front lines, and Muhammad’s own unit was that brigade.

This meant that once the Governor’s Guards were quickly subdued, Muhammad could swiftly take control of the situation in Batavia.

To ensure nothing went awry, Muhammad urgently contacted Eric, requesting support with weapons and equipment.

Ordinary weapons were not what Muhammad lacked; it was support in the form of heavy weapons that he requested.

Considering the worst-case scenario, if the raid on Batavia failed, these heavy weapons would enable them to regroup with all of the Indigenous forces and fight another defense and siege battle.

This was truly Muhammad’s plan—to take Batavia by any means necessary. If a surprise attack could succeed, naturally, he would aim to minimize casualties.

As for control over the military, Muhammad felt quite assured. Since they were marginalized, Muhammad’s unit also held some resentment towards Governor Dirk.

More importantly, there were few pure Dutchmen in this army; it consisted largely of mixed heritage soldiers of Dutch and Indigenous descent, alongside some Indigenous who appeared loyal to the Dutch.

Muhammad, their commanding General, faced discrimination—let alone these mixed heritage soldiers and low-ranking Officers.

If it weren’t for Muhammad’s restraint, it is likely that the military would have already erupted in discontent and mutiny.

Now, if Muhammad were to declare a counterattack on Batavia, at least the majority of his men would support his decision.

As for the rest, by letting the Dutchmen leave, he believed the other mixed heritage and Indigenous would have smarter ideas.

Eager for a swift conquest of Batavia, Eric was very supportive of Muhammad and quickly transported a batch of heavy weapons, including 20 pieces of artillery and 20 heavy machine guns. Among these was a machine gun developed by Australasia itself, providing adequate firepower for suppression. Continue your journey on

September 28, the Indigenous Peoples launched a fierce attack on Batavia’s defenses. At the request of Australasia, virtually the entire Indigenous army descended upon the front line—an army of over forty thousand rushing forth in a mighty tide.

The full-scale attack by the Indigenous Peoples was also a matter of significance for the Dutch Army. Even if it were forty thousand pigs, it would take some time to slaughter them, let alone more than forty thousand living people.

Although the Indigenous Peoples were at a complete disadvantage in terms of firepower, the majority of Dutch Soldiers were still quite cautious, unwilling to risk their heads in most situations.

Several kilometers away, after hearing the fierce sounds of artillery and gunshots from the front line, Muhammad’s thoughts flickered. He turned his gaze to his trusted confidants and with an appearance of deep sorrow said, "Gentlemen, the front line is ablaze with action, yet we can only watch from here. I fear this war will end before we even get to fire a shot.

Are we mixed-race people to endure such discrimination?"

These confidants were also of mixed heritage, looking down upon by the pure Dutchman for joining with the Indigenous Peoples.

Even if it wasn’t the fault of these mixed-race individuals, who could they blame but their ancestors for choosing to mix blood?

Seeing the obvious dissatisfaction with Governor Dirk’s arrangements among his confidants, Muhammad continued, "Gentlemen, do you wish to continue putting up with that damn Dirk’s discrimination, or find a new path that resounds our names across this land and changes our current status?"

Upon hearing Muhammad speak this way, the confidants, clearly loyal and bold, responded without hesitation, "General, just tell us what to do."

"What about launching a surprise attack on Batavia, surrounding the Dutch with the Indigenous army, and establishing our own country—how about that?" Muhammad watched his confidants’ reactions carefully, speaking slowly and deliberately.

"A surprise attack on Batavia?" Even as loyal to Muhammad as they were, his confidants couldn’t help but be astonished by his bold idea.

This also meant they would be utterly abandoning Dutch rule, and their identities would be completely discarded by the Netherlands.

"What, don’t you dare?" Muhammad asked with a smile. "If you’re afraid, you can leave now, and I won’t stop you.

But I hope you won’t get in my way when I act; I do not wish to meet you on the battlefield."

"It’s not that we don’t dare, General," one of the confidants quickly clarified. "If we betray the Netherlands, what will we do if the Dutch retaliate?

Even if we manage to establish an Indigenous country, we won’t be able to withstand the Dutch and their Powerful Nations backers, right?"

This was actually a concern shared by many of the confidants. Although the Netherlands wasn’t all that strong, it could still garner support from some superpower nations.

Moreover, openly betraying the Netherlands would also earn the scorn of those Powerful Nations. Even if they managed to establish a new country, it was doomed to be short-lived.

"I have already considered this matter," Muhammad said with a smile. "Eric is a royal security bureau intelligence personnel from Australasia; let him explain to you."

At Muhammad’s words, Eric entered from outside, bowing to everyone with perfect gentility before introducing himself with a smile, "Gentlemen, please allow me a brief self-introduction.

My name is Eric, an intelligence operative for the Royal Security Bureau of Australasia. I understand your concerns, but rest assured, under the protection of Australasia, you will face no retaliation from the Netherlands.

Your families in the Netherlands will be securely relocated, so you need not worry about Dutch hostility being transferred to your loved ones.

Furthermore, we support the establishment of a new Indigenous country. As long as the interests of this country do not conflict with those of Australasia, you can count on our full support."

A retaliation from the Netherlands didn’t concern Australasia and removing a few regular people from the Netherlands would be a simple task.

More importantly, most of the mixed-race individuals’ families were originally from the Dutch East Indies—this was the real reason they had mixed heritage.

After all, if one settled in the Dutch East Indies, it wasn’t unusual for some to interbreed with the Indigenous Peoples.

While Dutch disdain for the Indigenous Peoples was well-known, it did not prevent some Dutch from lusting after the beauty of certain Indigenous women.

Hearing Eric’s words, the confidants then turned their gaze to Muhammad and said, "Let’s do it! General."

With the support of all his confidants, Muhammad’s mood brightened considerably. With a grand gesture, he began to set policy, "According to my research and understanding, there are currently less than a thousand troops in the city of Batavia, dispersed throughout the area.

Traveling directly to Batavia from here, we are unlikely to encounter any Dutch Army. Once we enter Batavia and overcome the few hundred troops within the Colonial Government and Governor’s Mansion, no other obstacle will prevent us from taking the city.

As long as we can occupy Batavia before the front line Dutch Army reacts, victory in this war becomes inevitable."

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