The Ancestral Country
Warigalit and Ratri
While Panji Watugunung and Garuda Panjalu troops carry out cleaning of the rest of the Mount of Death members,
news of Garuda Panjalu's forces exterminating Mount Death circulated quickly thanks to the merchants who passed in two fragments of the Kahuripan kingdom.
Each has its advantages and disadvantages. Some say that the supreme leader of Garuda Panjalu troops is able to fly at high speed. Some say, their leader is the crown prince of Daha with God-like devotion that comes down from kahyangan.
Various stories that further add to the famous Garuda Panjalu troops.
In the East Kahuripan region, or Jenggala everyone who has ever crossed the border tells this story.
"I heard for myself Ki, the warrior who became their leader has unparalleled devotion. The warrior was young, had some beautiful concubines. The strength of his concubine was even greater than the bekel warrior in Pakuwon Bandar", a merchant who was eating at a restaurant in Pakuwon Bandar, was engrossed in talking with his friend.
"I also heard from Ki Rampu who traded to Daha, their leader was even able to defeat the Mountain of Death Institution, who became a security intruder in the Daha region. The God of Death had just died at his hands", the chimpanzee of a newly joined young man.
"Supakti what the person no one knows, which is clear he is the noble of Panjalu. I heard that king Daha's daughter was crazy about him", said a middle-aged man with a beard.
"We traders, really grateful there are troops who are able to secure the border of Panjalu. We should not be afraid of being robbed again", said one of the oldest traders among them.
"But Ki, listen, he is the son of Padepokan Padas Putih. My friend's brother who became a soldier in the army told me", continued a young man who sat at the very end.
"White Padas has always given birth to a tough swordsman since long ago", said the old merchant in welcome nods of his friend's head.
A thin-moustached young man carefully eavesdropped on the traders' conversation.
Hmmmm
The young man immediately came out after paying for a meal and rushed to leave the city of Pakuwon Bandar. His horse carries the burden of needs to walk quickly to Padepokan Padas Putih.
By late afternoon, the young man arrived at the gate Padepokan Padas Putih.
The gatekeeper immediately opened the door and let him in.
"Warigalit's back, you're home" shouted a beautiful girl welcoming Warigalit's arrival.
"Yes Ratri, the kakang has just arrived", replied Warigalit as he lowered the weight of his horse.
"Where is teacher Ratri?", asked Warigalit later.
"Still teach the boy Kakang. It seems that he and the girl are difficult to develop" Ratri replied later.
"I used to be so Ratri, in my generation only Watugunung is very talented. I always lagged far away from him" Warigalit said with a knotty smile.
From inside the house, Mpu Sakri smiled to see Warigalit and Ratri lifting a new tree bought from the city of Pakuwon Bandar.
"You've been home since Warigalit?".
"Yes teacher, looking for her difficult lamp oil. But according to traders, it will soon be easy because the border area of Panjalu is safe" Warigalit replied as he approached his teacher.
"Teachers want to hear not the latest news in the martial world?".
"latest news? What's Warigalit's news? Tell me", Mpu Sakri was curious.
"Nih, there is a man from Padepokan Padas Putih managed to destroy Mount of Death which became the brain of robbery in the Panjalu region" Warigalit replied with a meaningful smile looking at Mpu Sakri.
Hmmmm
"The Mountain of Death? Meaning his opponent is the God of Death?
The God of Death is not an arbitrary opponent. If he can defeat them, his knowledge must be high" said Mpu Sakri while stroking his beard.
"Yes of course it is high, wong he is a student of Mpu Sakri", replied Warigalit who in reply glared at Mpu Sakri.
"Didn't you hear me wrong? Don't let him be Watugunung".
"Totally, teacher guessed, try to examine the instructions of the leader of the army who stormed the Death Mountain headquarters.
Young man, sakti, nobleman, followed by a beautiful concubine, from Padas Putih.
If it wasn't my younger brother, it wouldn't have been anyone else's teacher" Warigalit cerocos.
Mpu Sakri smiled as the mangosteen was happy. As expected, Panji Watugunung will be a great swordsman.
"Teacher if allowed, I would love to meet Watugunung, as well as Pitaloka and Mayang" Warigalit said later.
Ratri immediately turned his head towards Warigalit. Mpu Sakri smiled faintly. Mpu Narasima who had just attended, was astonished to see the grim face of Ratri.
"What's my granddaughter? Why is your face so grim?", asked Mpu Narasima.
"Grandfather, Kakang Warigalit wants to go down the mountain. I want to see Kakang Watugunung. I want to go with the cake", replied Ratri slightly sulking.
"Is that so Warigalit?", Mpu Narasima asked Warigalit instead.
"Yes Uncle Master, but if the teacher allows it", replied Warigalit resigned.
Hmmmm
Mpu Narasima immediately turned to look at Mpu Sakri. The old man's face seemed to ask for an answer.
"I allow, as long as I can take care of myself and the good name of Padas Putih", replied Mpu Sakri smiling.
"Thank you Master", Warigalit saluted Resi Mpu Sakri.
The night soon changed in the morning. The morning sun shines brightly on the eastern horizon. The sound of morning birds singing in the branches of trees around Padepokan Padas Putih.
Warigalit and Ratri race their horses away from Padas Putih after saying goodbye to Mpu Sakri and Mpu Narasima. The two elders of Padepokan Padas Putih stood in the gate, accompanied by Rara Wilis and Anggapati, new students of Mpu Sakri, looking towards Warigalit and Ratri who then disappeared on the bend of the hill.
Warigalit and Ratri continued to drive their horses north towards Pakuwon Bandar. After a short meal, they continued on to the west.
Towards dusk, they arrived at the region of Pakiwon Lantir. As it was getting dark they decided to spend the night in a small forest east of Pakuwon Lantir.
Ratri was busy making room to rest, while Warigalit burned the partridge he caught this afternoon.
"Rear, why is the weather so cold? Do you want rain?", asked Ratri who shivered in the cold.
Warigalit looked up at the night sky. Stars twinkled between the thick clouds.
"It doesn't look like Ratri, look at the starry sky".
"But I'm cold Kakang" Ratri said from behind his blanket.
Warigalit smiled faintly and hugged Ratri's body from behind. Ratri's body became warmer. They both ate the roasted forest chicken and slept in the same position.
Morning is coming.
Warigalit woke up because his stomach was hungry. Ratri was still curled up in his arms. In silence, Warigalit looked at Ratri's beautiful face. Indeed since the beginning of his arrival at Padepokan Padas Putih, Ratri has always been close to him. The seed of love grows with time.
"Ratri, wakeup. It's morning" Warigalit said, shaking Ratri's body.
The girl slowly opened her eyes then yawned widely.
Warigalit nodded slowly.
After waking up, they immediately washed their faces in a small river near the place. Then jump on their horses and drive the horse towards Pakuwon Lantir.
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Meanwhile, the,
After the purge at Pakuwon Kunjang, the joint forces broke away.
Bekel Prangbakat from Pakuwon Randu returned with 30 soldiers. Tumenggung Adiguna of Daha with his 70 soldiers.
Patugunung Panji thanked them for their help. Then the army broke up. Daha's forces to the west and Randu to the south.
While the remaining 90 Watugaluh troops, still in Pakuwon Kunjang to together head to Pakuwon Watugaluh.
Garuda Panjalu's troops have prepared everything to go to Watugaluh.
"Ki Kuwu, we are very grateful for Ki Kuwu's kindness during our time here. Sorry if there is a mistake we made" said Panji Watugunung.
"Gusti Prince, should not say so. We in Kunjang are very grateful for the help of Gusti Pangeran and Gusti Putri all of you", replied Rakeh Kepung in honor.
"We beg you to say goodbye to Ki Kuwu", said Panji Watugunung who immediately followed the honor of Akuwu Kunjang and all the soldiers of Pakuwon Kunjang palace.
Panji Watugunung's entourage moves slowly from Pakuwon Kunjang palace. The people of Pakuwon city accompanied their journey.
Once out of the city, Patugunung Panji and his entourage escorted by Bekel Setyaka moved quickly towards the north. After passing the wanua in the Kunjang region, they entered the border of Pakuwon Watugaluh region.
Evening arrived.
Panji Watugunung's entourage and pakiwon warriors Watugaluh stopped at a woman named Demuk. Bekel Setyaka who knew Lurah Wanua Demuk immediately headed to his residence ushered in wanua gate keeper.
A middle-aged man with a thick stature and a distended stomach immediately welcomed their arrival.
"Welcome to the servant club Ki Bekel, sorry if our welcome is less pleasing. Let's go inside" said the fat man.
"Just go ahead, we escort the entourage of Prince Daha and Princess. Want to spend the night at your house. Do you mind Pranata?", asked Ki Bekel Setyaka.
Lurah Pranata's eyes immediately widened to hear prince Daha.
"It is an honor for the servant if it is allowed to welcome Prince Daha. Please rest inside Ki bekel".
Panji Watugunung's entourage was soon followed by Garuda Panjalu's troops and pakiwon Watugaluh's soldiers.
To keep the night, Bekel Setyaka has arranged his men. While the members of Garuda Panjalu troops are allowed to rest.
Dewi Srimpi looks up at the dark night sky. The girl is still hard to talk to. His father's death shook his mind so much. Only Panji Watugunung and Sekar Mayang can get close to him.
"Dream, have you eaten?"
The voice of Patugunung Panji makes Dewi Srimpi turn his head. The girl shook her head.
Hmmmm
"Until when are you going to be like this Srimpi?
Do you know, if Uncle Koro can talk, of course he will be sad to see you like this continue" said Panji Watugunung.
The cry of Goddess Srimpi soon broke. The girl was crying.
Panji Watugunung immediately approached and hugged her. Slowly Panji Watugunung kissed the soft forehead of Goddess Srimpi.
The warm embrace of Panji Watugunung slowly eases the cries of Dewi Srimpi. The girl closed her eyes as Panji Watugunung's lips stuck to her forehead.
"I'm sorry Denmas Panji. I should have accepted the truth. I'm sorry if I bother Denmas Panji", said Dewi Srimpi.
"Oh, don't mind much. Now that you eat, I don't want you to get sick", cut the Watugunung Panji with a smile.
"Denmas I'm still lazy to eat", Dewi Srimpi lowered her face.
"Well what do you want?", Panji Watugunung investigated.
With a reddened face, Dewi Srimpi said,
"I want Denmas to fulfill my father's promise,
Now"
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