
🌺 hem... 🌺
* * *
When the Dutch began to launch a mission to colonize , a foreign race that later became known as this company came and followed every place in Java Dwipa. Arkha Village did not escape them sambangi.
When the company soldiers first set foot in Arkha village, they could immediately feel if there was something in this residential area.
The atmosphere surrounding the village was completely different from where they had been. The atmosphere and state of the Arkha village were completely unusual. The occupants were always silent with expressionless faces. None of them want to talk. The village is inhabited by the undead.
Added to extreme weather changes. When night falls, the sky instantly pours out billions of water endlessly. And once the sun rises, the weather immediately turns into heat that stings the skin.
The company soldiers who were assigned to ensure, whether the village could be used or not, were not at home and rushed away without bringing any results.
But not long after, another group of companies came with the aim to carry out an expedition . After getting a report from the soldiers who came earlier, they became curious and wanted to investigate Arkha village.
Just like those who had come before, the group of experienced professors and historians and experts in their fields finally returned empty-handed.
Then, it was decided, the village that was considered useless as a place to throw or a place to exile Native criminals .This was done so that the companies could reduce spending on prisoners .Thus, the cost of feeding the perpetrators of the crime will be reduced.
* * *
'' A dozen years ago, Nyi Geno and Nyi Kiranti came here. They asked for instructions and asked how to seal a black magic owner's soul into someone's body Aranita ended the story about the village that is now under his leadership.
Mayang and Dimas again listened carefully.
Along with Aranita who was at the end of his explanation, Mayang who began to understand, slowly pulled his hand from the palm of Dimas' hand.
Dimas. Feeling that there is a change in Mayang after listening to Aranita's story.
'' So, do you guys understand why I say you guys just like us ? '' Aranita pecked her gaze at Dimas.
'' That is because, within you there is the same power .Which is sourced and connected by the soul that is in Mayang's body Aranita's gaze turned on Mayang.
Dimas watch Mayang. The girl flinched.
Mayang linked his fingers with a straight look at Aranita.
'' What-is there any way to release this soul from my body ? '' asked Mayang. He was nervous because he was worried that there would be no way that he could escape from the shackles of Nyi Sukma's soul.
'' I told you that we are the same. We are the vessel used to bind evil souls.
If the soul is released from our body, then it is certain that it will kill and seize our body.
And you'll never know what he can do...
It's like our destiny and our duty. Or maybe this is the reason we were born ''
Mayang bowed for a moment. He seems to think .
Dimas who is sensitive if, the girl is in a dilemma to reach Mayang's hand .But Mayang refused by bringing his hand under the table.
'' La-lalu.. How can you live without being disturbed by the soul that is in your body ''
Aranita stood up, walked over and stopped in front of her. He then grabbed a glass and downed the contents to the end. He smiled, proving that nothing was put into the drink.
'' I think your man knows, if a black magician has some restrictions to be able to maintain his knowledge ''the tail of his eyes is directed at Dimas.
Dimas. In his heart he began to be overcome with anxiety. Because it looks like he can no longer cover up and hide about her and the real reality on Mayang.
'' Nyi Asami told us that most black magicians should not have sex.
Because, if they did, then they would not be able to use their power ''
'' He meant ?'' mayang's forehead is folded. He seems to have not fully understood Aranita's explanation .
'' Listen. These souls in our bodies are immortal beings . If they want to continue living as humans, they must find a replacement container before the body they occupy perishes. If not, then the souls can be incarnated, like dedemites or other invisible beings.
And the new condition for a black magician is a body that is still sacred.
But if the owner of the body that is used as a container to conduct body relations, then the soul will be helpless and lose control of their own power.
Instead, me and all of those who become this container can use that power.
That's why we shut ourselves down and restricted the people who came here.
Which is not our people, then there is no reason for us to welcome let alone receive it in this village ''
Mayang sighed. Actually, the choice is not so difficult. But I don't know why there is something stuck in him.
Having body intercourse? So that's why the inhabitants of this Arkha village are all in pairs?
Mayang sighed again.
" I know you doubt. It'sit's okay. You can stay and see for yourself how we live our lives. After that you can decide for yourself whether you will be a part of us or not.
Everything's a decision on you. Like Nyi Asami used to tell us.
In the land of JawaDwipa this, people like us is not just us. But there's still a lot out there and they don't know how to control it.
Mayang straightened his head
He nodded at a sign of understanding.
" I can stay here then ? "asked Mayang who felt he had no other choice. It was like losing his purpose and choosing to forget Batavia and his old life. It might be worth starting a new page with a person who has the same destiny as him.
Aranita nodded while smiling widely.
'' Sure. It just so happens that there is an empty house that is a little far from the other house.
You can stay there with your partner ''
Mayang stood up, took a deep breath up to three times. It seems he is convincing himself if this is the right decision.
'' Can't I stay alone ? ''
Dimas lifted his face, looking at Mayang who had not wanted to see him since.
'' I told you that if only by having intercourse, then the other souls in your body will be helpless and you can use their power.
So obviously not, if you need a partner because there's no way you can do it alone.
What about your man anyway ? Are you not lovers ? ''
Mayang shook his head firmly, leaving Dimas flabbergasted in disbelief. Mayang refused to admit what had happened to them ? Although not yet to have sex, but Dimas felt their relationship was close enough to deserve to be said as a pair of lovers.
'' In-he was just a friend who accompanied me here. Kam - we have nothing to do. After this he will leave. But I'll stay here ''
'' If so, I can help you find a man to be your partner ''
'' Y-you're gonna find a man for me ? '' Mayang looks doubtful. It's the man's lyrics beside him. Dimas looked at her with a bang. Hints of dislike and anger.
'' There used to be a woman who didn't want to do it . Until in the end another soul that dwells in his body is free then take over his body and make chaos in this village.
And I don't want that to happen again.
So, I'll give you three days to decide .
If you can't, then you better come with your friend get out of here ''
Mayang bit his lower lip. Fear and doubt dominate. Not to mention the other flavors that also raged in his mind. His mind is really ungodly.
'' Where are you going to find a man to be my partner ? ''
'' Mayang ! " Dimas stood up, blocked Mayang's arm and pulled her, forcing the girl to look at him.
Aranita chuckled at what she saw . I don't know what or how their relationship really is. Confusing but also interesting to watch.
" Nearly every month, emissaries from Batavia would escort someone to this island.
They are criminals who are exiled or deliberately discarded because they are considered completely useless.
Most of them are men. Some of them died. Some of them we chose to be a couple. You need to know, if all the men here are ordinary humans that we help and we make a couple.
We live together because we need each other to the age limit that men have.
So, you don't have to worry about a partner. I'll find a good partner for you "
Mayang reflexes to see Joko. So all the men in this village are ordinary people who are used for the benefit of their residents ?
" How ? It just so happened that two men were sent here a few days ago. Lastly they were seen outside the boundaries of the village "Aranita closed her eyes, silent for a moment as if she was floating her mind.
A moment later his eyes opened with a smile .
" Still. I can still feel their existence. They are still alive even though they are dying "
Mayang tried to escape but could not because Dimas increasingly tighten his grip.
" no. He doesn't need another man "Requivocal Dimas .
For a moment he looked at Aranita to affirm her words.
Then immediately he turned to look at Mayang who turned out to be highlighting him with a wrinkled forehead.
" If what is needed to help you is a partner, then I will be your partner. I will not allow another man to be your partner let alone touch you !
You're just gonna do it with me ! " sentence and gaze Dimas a condition of emphasis.
Mayang shuddered. This was the first time he saw Dimas' unfriendly expression.
Dimas took off the hand that blocked his arm. Having just been relieved, Mayang gasped as Dimas grabbed her wrist and pulled her.
Dimas forced him to step up, making Mayang almost toppled over . Want not to want Mayang also walk to follow him .
Dimas and Mayang came out of Aranita's house without saying goodbye.
Aranita doesn't bother him. He was indifferent and let both of his guests leave just like that. Hopefully Dimas and Mayang can solve the problems between them and come back with good news.