Flying Umbrella Swordsman

The King

The next day Minister Jero Danapati gathered five merchants. Located in the residence of the minister himself.

This makes Adijaya more convinced, that this place is not only the residence of Patih, but is a royal palace. Maybe when it's time, this place will be expanded.

Five wealthy people or merchants on average are over the age of fifties. Except Adijaya because his appearance is only a disguise. Asmarini was not taken with him.

"Before we start this discussion, it's good we know each other first. In order not to feel sad anymore," said Ki Danapati ended with a laugh.

"Alright, let me first introduce myself, my name is Kusmana from Kawung Girang!"

"I'm Jayana from Gandawesi,"

"I'm Waruga from Lebak Haur,"

"The Temple of Girilaya,"

"And I'm Bandawa from Gajah Depa."

Minister Jero laughed happily. "Thank you..."

Some waiters came to serve dishes in the form of food, fruits and drinks.

"I will not mince words anymore" continued the Minister. "I will explain the requirements that must be met to join the Purwa kingdom of Sedana,"

Ki Danapati looked at her guests one by one. While the merchants were just waiting for him to continue talking.

"The requirements are not heavy, just handing over gold whether it be pieces, bars or jewelry. The important thing is that it weighs a hundred catties..."

The merchants looked at each other. However, of all, none of the faces showed any objection. Including Adijaya or Ki Bandawa who always looks calm.

That is, for them the requirement is not burdensome.

"Or.." continued the Minister again. "It can also be with silver, only its weight adjusts to the value of gold. So much more,"

"I can!" said a merchant named Waruga. Then overwritten by the others equally stated able.

Suddenly a soldier reported. He whispered something in the ear of Minister Jero. When he finished, the soldier came out again.

The face of Ki Danapati aka Minister Jero looked even more calm after hearing the soldier's report.

"That's lucky for those of us who are here. Today, our king will be here soon,"

The murmur of the merchants. They showed enthusiastic faces. Of course everything - let alone Adijaya - wants to see the king who will be their lord.

Even the minister had never met the king. The only one who ever met the king was Patih Munding Wirya.

A little while later, everyone in the place was ready to welcome the king, except for the warriors who were following the competition. Chasing and catching an intruder last night.

They were lined up in the front yard of the Patih residence. From the gate to the place it was a long distance. About forty spears.

It was like holding your breath as a large horse carriage entered the gate.

When you want to immediately see the figure of the king, time feels slow. Ki Bandawa and Asmarini also could not fight the pounding feeling waiting for the king's arrival.

Whereas previously Adijaya had faced Prabu Satyaguna in Cupunagara. It even faced the emperor Vishnuwarman at Tarumanagara. Why is it like the first time.

So also Asmarini who had lived in the palace environment must have met the king.

Is it because this new king, who of all that exists except Patih, has never seen or met the king?

The horse carriage stopped in front of them. Then from inside came two people. The first was a handsome young man whose head had a crown. Clothes with knick-knacks and king's ornaments.

Everyone thought he was the king. Apparently still young, maybe the same age as Adijaya.

Asmarini could not hide his admiration. Seeing the young and handsome king.

The second is a rishi. The person who makes Adijaya surprised is not playing. The person he always thought and thought of. The one who had made him fall into calamity.

But Adijaya must withstand its turmoil. You have to find a reason to get it.

Asmarini saw the change in her lover's face. But he refrained from asking. Because at that time the king and the sage entered the residence of the minister.

Inside is a small throne. The king immediately sat there, while the sage stood beside him.

As someone had arranged, the office was sitting cross-legged in the right row. And on the left for the guests.

Patih Munding Wirya. Turning towards the king and rishis. Then facing the audience.

"I introduce, this is the lord of us all. King Purwa Sedana, Prabu Hangarasa!"

All that exists seems to worship the takjim.

"Thank you!" said the King. Although he was young, his voice was quite authoritative. "Uncle Patih please sit down,"

The Patih joked before sitting back down.

"Thank you gentlemen, who have been willing to join the Purwa Sedana with sincerity. We will together build this kingdom into glory and prosperity,"

The king gave his eyes. I want to know the faces of his servants. His gaze paused for quite a while as he looked at Asmarini.

The young king, seeing a beautiful girl. Of course there is interest. Within on this Suta Wingit looked uneasy.

Prabu Hangarasa continued. "I, besides being helped by all of you. He will also be guided by the advisor who is also my father..."

The feeling pointed to the rishi. Pointing with open palms.

"Ganggasara Rishis!" call the King.

Hearing this name Asmarini was surprised, but immediately improved his attitude so as not to be obvious. This girl glanced at Adijaya. Ki Bandawa's face looked cold.

The introductory event then continued with a party and a meal. A number of dancers have been brought in to entertain.

Although the royal officials were few people new, the feast was still held as lively as possible.

***

The night when the party is over. Adijaya and Asmarini.

The girl who was curious since this afternoon immediately vented it to the lover.

"The ganggasara is the rishi that Kakang has been looking for?"

"Since when has he been a rishi?" Adijaya even glared. Because he remembered he was a treasonous minister.

"I remember Kakang once said, Ganggasara need not be searched. He will appear alone, usually being the mastermind at an event. Apparently true!"

"I thought he was the king..."

"Eat him Kakang disguised!"

"Yes, and apparently he made his son a doll,"

"Also he's the mastermind, isn't he?"

Adijaya nodded while breathing slowly.

"Now it is all real, Ganggasara still has ambitions to become the ruler. Just how I can get rid of him,"

Suddenly the sound of the door being knocked. These two young men looked at each other. With an eye gesture, Adijaya told her lover to open the door. While he tidied up his disguise.

"Who?" ask Asmarini from the inside. Slowly.

"Me, Jayana!"