With Jakarta firmly under Filipino control, King Alfonso's strategic vision for Southeast Asia moved forward. The military, having tasted both victory and the challenges of urban warfare, prepared to occupy the remaining islands of Indonesia. The Royal Intelligence Agency's meticulous reports and assessments became the guiding compass for the military's next moves.
The fortified nature of Jakarta, as revealed by the intelligence gathered, had not been an anomaly. The Indonesian archipelago, a vast expanse of islands, presented diverse challenges and opportunities. King Alfonso, with his eyes set on regional dominance, knew that each island held a unique position in the intricate puzzle of Southeast Asian geopolitics.
