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Duke Artharawirya stunned . A moment later he turned his gaze to Nyi Geno, Raman and his three men.
'' Kanjeng.. '' Raman was about to approach but the Duke raised his hand . A signal that says if it's okay. He knows, his loyal followers must be worried.
The Duke smiled faintly as he looked back one by one at their faces .
After all he had been through and all he had done so far, only these five people understood the condition and always faithfully accompanied him.
It's still clear in his memory. When he first entered this territory and met with Nyi Geno .
Starting from his agreement with the nobles, the mission to find and ask for help from the mystics began
Raman was the one who at that time, guided and accompanied until he reached his goal.
After meeting Nyi Geno, the Duke was later introduced to his brother who was a fellow black magician. Nyi Kiranti, a woman who lives in the middle of the forest .
Only Nyi Geno could find and bring Duke Artharawirya to see him.
From Nyi Kiranti, the Duke of Artharawirya was met with Nyi Sukma in an invisible form.
Only sounds can he hear.
Without further ado, the Duke of Artharawirya immediately expressed his purpose and then bound the agreement after agreeing to all the requirements that Nyi Sukma proposed.
'' I need a container. The raga must be from your descendants.
And it would be great if it came from your descendants, the Duke.
Then for the next, you should prepare a noble girl . Every once in twelve full moons to be my fall "
The Duke was doubtful. But in the end he agreed, after Nyi Geno said that Nyi Sukma was a thousand-year-old black magician.
In the world they adopted, Nyi Sukma can be said to be the owner of the highest science .
At first everything went according to plan.
Some of the Company's top officials were successfully eliminated without having to dirty their hands or send a hitman. The company they managed to kill, died unnaturally and all of that was the work of Nyi Sukma.
A year's lapse passed.
Because they never found a suitable body to be used as a container, the nobles began to fret.
The reason is already countless how many girls from noble families are handed over and become a victim for Nyi Sukma.
Though the agreement is only one girl in twelve full moon.
But in reality, Nyi Sukma kept asking for a noble girl. Otherwise, he threatened the nobles with no hesitation - sending a sigh to all those who were involved with the agreement with him.
Unable to stand it, the nobles requested that Duke Artharawirya stop allying with Nyi Sukma who could not keep the agreement.
They even pressured for Duke Artharawirya to be in charge of all things concerning Nyi Sukma.
They no longer want to be involved with Nyi Sukma.
They also do not want to know and no matter what way, Duke Artharawirya must be able to finish it.
They even say, if it is better to live despite being subject to the command of the Company. Rather than having to hand over the relentless tumblings to Nyi Sukma .
Because of the pressure, then the Duke of Artharawirya who had no choice, decided to do something.
Rani Mayangsaputri .
A noble who had just been married one month had been left forever by her husband.
Rani, that's her nickname. His father was one of the nobles who was involved and knew of the agreement with Nyi Sukma.
Rani volunteered to make a container for Nyi Sukma. No matter sacrificing yourself as long as it can help be a way out for the interests and safety of many people.
After discussing with Nyi Kiranti, according to him this method is worth trying.
The container needed by Nyi Sukma must be a noble girl. And it would be better if it came from the descendants of the previous king.
For, since ancient times a person appointed or able to become a king was a person who got revelation or was indeed the chosen man of the Creator of man.
That's how it's been believed. Which means, the king's descendants are the most special.
After everything was agreed, especially the preparation of Rani - then it was done.
Duke Artharawirya was forced to betray his wife.
He hired Rani to impregnate and produce her offspring.
And it has to be a girl.
Weight. After the night that he and Rani did, guilt began to approach.
But all is sad when you find out if Rani is pregnant.
During pregnancy until the process of giving birth, Rani lives with Nyi Geno and is guarded by Raman and his three men.
Those who are and are witnesses will never be able to forget how and what happened that day.
Dark night is starless but does not rain.
Silent. Even the usually noisy night beasts were as if silenced and hiding from something.
Deep in the woods, the atmosphere felt so gripping.
At the behest of Nyi Sukma, Nyi Kiranti and Nyi Geno look ready to perform the ritual.
On top of a rattan bed, Rani is half seated with both legs wide open .He leaned against the chest of the field of Duke Artharawirya who held tightly to his fingers.
While Raman and his three men are on duty to guard . Their eyes do not notice around.
'' Aaaaaaaaaaaaa.
Once, twice, up to several breaths to encourage the baby he did. But his efforts did not succeed.
Nyi Geno is approaching.
" His blood and water are getting less and less.
If not immediately removed, they can both not survive "he explained after examining the birth canal.
Rani's breathing is disjointed. Sweat drenched his face.
He took a slow breath, then raised his face.
He looked at the man who had planted the seed in his womb. The father of the child he was fighting for his birth.
" Do it. "he said softly with a tone of voice so low.
Duke Artharawirya.
Finds both eyes in women who are struggling to give birth to their children. A child whose existence is for a purpose.
Duke Artharawirya shook his head. Rani nodded once.
He surrendered.
" I'm fine.
If indeed my death could save this child, then please very much.
Do so.
Don't let, everything we have done so far be in vain ''
Rani was silent.He closed his eyes for a moment.
His breath seems to be getting weaker. Her eyes open. But as heavy.
'' Nyi.''' call him.
Nyi Kiranti and Nyi Geno are approaching.
'' I can no longer afford it.
Please do.
End my suffering .. I did as we had planned Rani looked at meu.Tak no more spirit of life emanated in the spotlight of his eyes.
With a heavy heart, the two brothers also grant the request of the woman who will soon become a mother.
With a knife, Nyi Kiranti tore through the birth canal to make the process easier.
'' Howeeekkkkkkkkkkkkkkk ''' the sound of baby crying that finally managed to be issued.
Nyi Kiranti and Nyi Geno grabbed and took the baby girl to the ritual table.
While they are busy with business that only two of them understand and can do it.
Duke Artharawirya is seen accompanying Rani who is now lying limp .
'' We managed to '' he said with trembling lips.
Face pale. The sweat is no longer out. His body was starting to feel cold.
Duke Artharawirya who had not been able to hold Rani's hand, opened his beskap to cover Rani's weak body.
'' If Nyi Geno and Nyi Kiranti manage to seal Nyi Sukma's Soul in our son's body, will you promise me Rani closes her eyes for a moment. Energy has been drained. To speak, he had trouble. Even winking her eyes seemed unable to.
Duke Artharawirya turned his gaze to the two women who were struggling with the jungle.
It would be expected if everything they planned worked out.
It is not just moving the soul of Nyi Sukma into the body of a newborn baby.
But also to seal Nyi Sukma's soul so that it can not act anymore.
'' Take care of him for me. Rani said still with her eyes closed.
Duke Artharawirya turned to Rani again.
Then slowly the hand held limp. The woman's breath stopped.
Silence changed the crying of the baby who boomed. Loud and unrelenting . Sounds so heartbreaking and heart slicing . As if describing his condition that was born by risking the life of the mother.
Rani died.
Although sad and unbearable, but it does not necessarily make Nyi Geno and Nyi Kiranti stop with what they are doing.
After a night, finally the soul-transfer ritual was successfully carried out. Now there is the last ritual.
The two women who looked exhausted were now heading to a hole that had been prepared beforehand.
The little one who had just been born just now was laid in the hole. The crying stopped immediately.
'' Because he kept the baby's container, he couldn't use his strength. He is now in a helpless state. This is the best time to bury him. That way, he will not be able to go anywhere anymore" said Nyi Kiranti. He then ordered Raman to finish it.
Nyi Kiranti and Nyi Geno turned around and walked towards Duke Artharawirya . The man was still beside the lifeless Rani.
Quiescent.
No one was twitching and making a sound until dawn.
Raman, who was given the task of burying, was still standing in front of the hole with his head bowed.
Nyi Geno and Nyi Kiranti did not seem to have any intention of expressing an opinion.
'' Is there any chance that we can take care of and make him an ordinary human being ? '' asked Duke Artharawirya while stroking Ranj's face which was completely pale.
Nyi Kiranti shook her head.
'' Maybe when we were kids, we could look after him and watch him.
But there is no guarantee if he grows up later.
Because the most feared is, when the soul of Nyi Sukma can and managed to seize the body completely ''
'' Is there no other way to seal and protect it ? ''
Nyi Kiranti shook her head again.
'' Sorry, the Duke.
In addition to this way. I don't know in any other way.
If we keep letting the baby live, then we must be prepared to bear the consequences ''
Duke Artharawirya seems to think .
'' Well if that is so.
I'm asking for the last time.
Let the baby live and I will bear the consequences ''
'' Kanjeng Raman, who had been among them since when, seemed to have heard the words of his master just now.
'' No need to worry.
After this, I promise .I will not involve you anymore Duke Artharawirya looked at Raman .
'' No. The servant will always be a faithful servant. No matter what the situation of Kanjeng is. Servant please, kanjeng will rely on servant Raman firmly assured.
'' Servants too, Kanjeng..
I can't let Kanjeng face him alone.
Wear the servant, anytime and for anything Nyi Geno take a step forward. The look in his eyes seemed to convince what he said was a seriousness.
Duke Artharawirya touched.
He did not expect to be found with people who are now loyal followers and believers.
Maybe because of their past.
In the past, Nyi Geno and Nyi Kiranti had good lives.
Although adherents of black magic, but they have a family intact and happy.
But all vanished when the Company came and robbed their families of happiness and wholeness.
Their sons and husbands were made slaves of forced labor. While they were used as an outlet for the lust of uncivilized soldiers.
Until one day they managed to escape and hide in the dark region of Batavia.
Several years they spent searching for the whereabouts of their son and husband. But there was never any clue.
At the point of desperation, the intention of wanting revenge was sticking out.
But they realize they can't do it alone.
Until finally they were met with the Duke of Artharawirya.
Slightly different from the life story of Raman and his three men.
Raman was the son of a wealthy merchant in another part of Batavia. One day the company came. Forced his family to give up all the land and property he owned.
It is not enough to take away all wealth, the vile Company also takes everyone .
And what makes Raman so angry the most is, when a Company forcibly missiles his 12-year-old sister.
The younger sister was bleeding and died shortly after being raped.
Raman cursed and so vengeful to the perpetrator and the Company.
He who was dragged and taken to a slave shelter met three men who fared more or less the same.
Just like Nyi Geno, fate also brought them to meet the Duke of Artharawirya who then released them and made them as personal guards.
From then on, they decided to devote themselves to Duke Artharawirya .
Especially when you know about the rebellion plan to exterminate the Company.
They are more and more sure to be loyal to their master.
But now they are all faced with a strange problem.
Dozens of years guarding and covering about Mayang, now the sealed soul in it began to rise . And it seems, just waiting for time to be able to master the body of Mayang completely.
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