Pendekar Batari Mahadewi: The Journey to Find Your Self
Episode 99 Towards Swargadwipa Palace
From a distance, Jalu and Niken shot towards his sister who was then descending slowly from above after the water dragon demon disappeared behind the swift sky Blessing waterfall.
“Adik is fine?” ask Niken.
“Yes, as you can see, nothing less than me, except some bruises on my face.” Reply Batari Mahadevi while grinning.
“Excellent fight.” Jalu commented.
“That creature is really dangerous. It's a good thing the water dragon demon petrified us. Otherwise, it would be very difficult to defeat the monster. It is possible that poisonous gas from his body can spread to the city and destroy many people there.”
“Thank God, we can survive. In that case, we just continue the journey?” ask niken.
“Wait a minute brother, our business here is not finished yet. There are two more people lurking from there.” Batari said Mahadevi while looking at a far corner.
“Whoever you hide there, come out now.” Batari said Mahadewi slowly, but his voice that he sent with deep energy reached also in the ears of the two people who hid far from the three disciples Ki Gading Putih.
The two men came out of hiding. Their faces were pale. But they have no choice. The two jumped up and approached the three white Ivory Ki disciples.
“Pardon us, sir and miss swordsman. We didn't mean to interfere. We were in this city, and as we caught the powerful radiance of energy, we sped up here and found these masters and ladies fighting.” Said one of the two men.
“I thought you two were part of the three warriors of hell island earlier. Then you can go.” Said Jalu.
“Ee..sorry ladies and gentlemen. If you don't mind, we want to say something.” Said one of the two men.
“Please convey, mr.” Said Jalu.
“Are you and your ladies wandering around and not having a specific destination yet?” ask the guy.
“Antara yes and no. What's up, sir?” ask Jalu.
“Actually we are messengers from the kingdom. Mahapatih ordered us to invite wandering warriors to participate in the kingdom. There's a precarious situation we don't know about. However, if the master and the lady are pleased, then the Mahapatih will explain it to the master and the ladies all together.” Said the man.
“It just so happens that we will visit Swargadwipa.” Said Jalu.
“Oh, what a coincidence that excites us, sir. This is a sign of proof that the master has been invited.” The man took out three small rectangular stones in the middle of which were engraved with the royal flag of Swargadwipa. “This stone is a special invitation from the Mahapatih. If you'd like to come, show this stone to the sixth gatekeeper. They will take the master and the ladies to meet the Mahapatih.”
“All right, gentlemen. This invitation we received. We will soon resume the journey.” Said Jalu.
“One more time thank you very much gentlemen and ladies. We beg you to resign.” The royal envoy said, and the two left Jalu, Niken, and Batari Mahadevi.
“What is this? Why did uncle Mahapatih invite the warriors in secret. There must be something going on at the palace.” Said Jalu.
“Then our arrival is right. Kak Jalu can participate helping your uncle.” Said Niken.
“Ya, we will ask him directly later.” Said Jalu.
“Hahaha, we don't need him to meet with uncle Mahapatih.” Said Jalu. “Alright, we continue our journey.”
“Oh, there's still one more. Will we be the man lying unconscious there?” niken asked while pointing at the body of Wisa who was unconscious since Batari Mahadewi gave away all his energy and knowledge.
“Let it be there. He will not die even if he does not have the energy in. His body is very strong. Let him start his new life.” Batari Mahadewi.
Batari Mahadevi, Jalu and Niken then continued their journey. The three bounces upwards, jumping from one stone wall to another to pass through the mountain of the Blessed Sky waterfall to reach Swargadwipa kingdom immediately. After making it through the mountain, the three drove through the vast forest at high speed.
Not until half a day of travel, finally the three young warriors arrived at the farmland and farm settlements owned by the kingdom. The land is very large and planted with various types of food crops. The peasants were still busy working there and they did not realize when Batari Mahaewi, Jalu, and Niken passed quickly over them.
The city walls of Swargadwipa have been seen. Batari Mahdewi, Jalu and Niken reduced their speed, then stopped. He continued his journey on foot.
“Vast of this region. It will definitely be difficult for other kingdoms to conquer this city.” Said Niken.
“This rice field area will be a bloodbath if there are other kingdoms attacking Swargadwipa.” Said Jalu. They arrived at the first gate. Jalu went to the gatekeeper and said something to them. At once they all saluted, then prepared three horses for Jalu, Batari Mahadewi, and Niken.
“Thanks, bodyguard. We will go directly to the palace.” Said Jalu.
The gatekeepers saluted again, and Jalu, Niken, and Mahadevi's battari continued on horseback. Batari mahadevi was riding a horse for the first time. He felt uncomfortable and a little clumsy. His behavior became the laughingstock of Jalu and Niken.
“Ah, why should ride this animal!” Batari Mahadewi grumbled. His slightly tense face from having to balance his body on the horse looked cute.
“We're going through this torment, sister. It's good we don't show our strength in this royal city.” Said Jalu.
“Yes, sister, I understand. I just prefer to walk.” Batari Mahadewi.
The three horses were traveling at medium speed. Some of the low-ranking soldiers who recognized the horse saluted as they passed Jalu, Niken, and Mahadevi's batari. Not just anyone is allowed to ride a special horse provided at the first gate, so all soldiers will easily recognize the horse because of course the one riding it is a royal relative.
Finally they reached the gate of the palace wall. Unlike the previous gates, the palace gerban is tighter guard. Anyone who would enter, even if riding a special horse, would be examined once more.
“Welcome, ladies and gentlemen, we are sorry we have to re-examine ladies and gentlemen.” Said the gatekeeper.
None of the gatekeepers recognized Jalu. They are all new to the kingdom. Jalu, Niken, and Batari Mahadevi got off the horse. Jalu walked over, then he said something to the gatekeeper. Instantly, all the gatekeepers paid their respects.