Shivaratri: Destroy the Darkness

Trapped by Illusion

I don't feel like time has changed. They spent three days at Wiyata Mandala. The place galvanizes the Knights of Saka. Ganendra was still unable to concentrate the profound energy in his hands. That inner energy actually made it like a weapon to eat master. It is not he who is broken but he himself who is bounced. It's not just that he's a natural. But Balin and Princess Nalini also felt the same way.

The sound of drums sounds alternating. The Knights gathered in the middle of the open field. Bimantara was on a stage with Buyut Wengkeng and Buyut Bawada. Buyut Wengkeng took a step forward.

“Knight Saka, on this day. You will be grouped with other Saka Knights. Starting from Eka, Tri, Panca and Sapta mixed into one group. Given the number of Knights Nawa is very few and they serve in their respective territories. So there will only be a tier until Sapta is here.”

Buyut Wengkeng picked up a scroll containing names that joined in one group. A boisterous voice rang out as the names of the groups were read out. The names of the knights began to be mentioned and had already gained several groups. The next group is read.

“The next group, led by Sadana consists of Parama, Balin, Princess Nalini and the last one Ganendra.”

The name of the group was read out. Ganendra looked at Princess Nalini. They throw at each other the look of dislike. Balin looks very excited. He beat Ganendra so happy. Could be one group with Ganendra.

“Please gather with the group. As well as doing battle training with other groups.” the voice of Buyut Wengkeng was heard again while mentioning the name of the leader in each group.

Ganendra's group was led by Sadana. Sadana then rushed to find Ganendra in the middle of hundreds of Knights.

“At least I already know you.” Sadana said when meeting Ganendra and Balin.

“One group with you is not too bad. But whether we can not eject the woman.” pointed Ganendra at Princess Nalini who had stood up earlier while folding her hands with a sour face.

Sadana approached the Princess. Clench both hands on the chest.

“Greetings to you, to Gusti Putri Nalini.”

Princess Nalini smiled.

“Hemmm are you the leader of this lousy group? Can you get rid of that perverted guy over there?” princess Nalini asked while pointing at Ganendra.

“Basic women don't know thank you. The day I saved you. You even pushed me into the Ditya's lair. Which gift did you promise?” ganendra asked with an annoyed face.

Sadana trying to mediate, “Ganendra be polite to Gusti Putri.”

Then take turns talking to Princess Nalini.

“Gusti Putri, I think Gusti misunderstood about Ganendra. He's not a pervert. Although the war is bad. Please Gusti breastplate and clear up this misunderstanding.”

Ganendra just folded his staring hands dislike. And Princess Nalini as well.

“Alright, because you're the leader in this group and asked politely. I'm not going to take this shitty young man into a group. Let's see his ability. If it becomes a burden, you should kick it out.” said Putri Nalini.

“What did you say???! Don't get power-ups.” reply Ganendra.

He wanted to issue an oath of exposition to Princess Nalini. But it stopped because his feet were stepped on Sadana. Ganendra jumped up and down because he felt pain in his leg.

“Thanks a lot Gusti Putri. Gusti is indeed a wise daughter.”

Hearing Sadana's praise made Princess Nalini laugh out loud. Until Balin's voice was heard.

“Sorry if you interrupt this conversation. But what about the other group members?”

Ganendra, Sadana and Princess Nalini almost forgot the one person mentioned. Not long after, a man with a calm pace approached Ganendra's group.

“I'm the last group here.” said someone with a heavy voice.

Right in front of him, Ganendra saw a man with a muscular body. Mimic flat face. His long hair was severed by a boat and tied slightly to the top. His face looks hard. Ganendra estimates his age to be around 40. You can't say young anymore. Sadana as the leader approached the man.

“Welcome to our group. My name is Sadana from Medangwantu Village.”

Then continue to introduce other group members.

“The woman standing over there is Princess Nalini. Princess Her Majesty King Sri Mahadana of Ayodya Kingdom.”

Sadana continued again, “man who was fattened was named Balin from Karanglengki Village. Medium man...”

Before continuing his sentence, Ganendra had already introduced himself.

“Yooo.. my name is Ganendra. You could say I'm not from this world.”

The man who was the last member immediately spoke.

“Parama.”

*Parama Figure

Ganendra straight up. Parama is the type of person who doesn't talk much.

“We should immediately enter the forest and compete with other Knights.” Parama said as he walked into the forest.

Princess Nalini immediately commented, “really a man with a strange aura.”

Ganendra and Balin patted Sadana on the shoulder.

“Who actually leads here?” ask Ganendra and Balin together.

Sadana just grinned the horse. His fate is very poor. Why should you get a group like them. Not long after, Sadana and the others walked after Parama. Entering the forest due to the sparring exercises held within the forest.

Parama walked in front with eyes like a sharp eagle. Look at each side of the forest. Sadana walked with Ganendra and Balin. In the middle of Princess Nalini walking alone with a look around.

“I think the man ahead there is very strange.” said Ganendra.

Balin confirmed Ganendra's speech.

Without them noticing a black shadow hiding behind the trees smiled cheerfully. Ganendra and the others were unaware. They had just passed through an engraving on the ground in the form of a script that emitted black smoke.

Increasingly, Sadana's group steps into the inner forest. But until now they had not met another Knight who was a match opponent. The more they got into the strange feeling they started to feel. The air is getting humid. A cold suddenly strikes. Sadana realized something was strange.

“Be careful of you guys, it seems like there is something strange with this forest.”

Suddenly before realizing what was happening. A loud noise sounded familiar.

**Roaaar*r*!!!

Sure enough, there are many Ditya sprung from behind the trees. Sadana ordered the others to stand by.

“Hiiiii they are disgusting.” said Princess Nalini hiding behind Sadana's back.

Balin is joined by Ganendra. They prepare to fight. But suddenly….

Srats!

Srats!!

In just a few seconds, the Dityas were helpless. Apparently Parama quickly slashed all of Ditya with his sword. Everyone is in disbelief. Parama is so great. In just one direct attack toppled the Ditya.

“Waah, the person named Parama how many levels?” asked the curious Balin.

“Level to seven.” replied Parama who seemed to hear Balin's remarks.

It means the same level as Sadana. Sadana was observing. I felt that Parama was stronger than him. Even though it is on the same level. Princess Nalini who saw this strong Parama immediately approached.

“You are great. If you can teach me and protect me. I'll give you a lot of gold pieces.”

But Parama just kept quiet and chose to leave the place. Seeing her being ignored made Princess Nalini upset.

“Looks like he is much stronger than you.” said Ganendra as he nudged Sadana's shoulder.

“That's exactly good.” reply Sadana then walk after Parama.

“Wah, it looks like this will be very interesting. Isn't it Balin?” asked Ganendra as he stepped away following the others.

“Of course.” Reply Balin and step cheerfully.

As they walked through the forest. Again there was the noise of the Ditya. They're on standby.

Roaaar!!!

The Ditya are back. Now it was Sadana's turn to perform. His movements were fast like lightning. The axe is spinning in the air.

Srats!

Srats!!

Sadana's axe floated in search of prey. One of Ditya was beheaded and hit by a tree. Sadana's axe slaughtered all of Ditya. Balin cheered in excitement acknowledging Sadana's prowess. Sadana smiled and looked at Parama. However, Parama did not show any expression and chose to continue the journey.

Ganendra approached Sadana.

“Uhhhh, it seems like he is not a predictable person. You get a heavy rival.”

“No problem for me. It would be fun. Seeing many formidable Saka Knights. You should also be able to raise your tiers.”

Ganendra was scornful, “I will definitely soon overtake your tiers.”

Balin tailed behind them. Then walk with Ganendra and Sadana.

“Hei!!! Basic you! Why ignore me! I am a princess of the king. You guys suck!” cry Princess Nalini while running after the others.

Parama who was walking in front stopped his steps. Feeling the roar of Ditya's voice. Sure enough, soon the Ditya reappeared.

“Let me alone.” says Ganendra . Then step forward.

Try to concentrate and practice what he has learned. Draining the power in the left hand. One of Ditya raised his claws. Ganendra dodged and hit the head of the Ditya.

Blaar!!!

Not the head of the Ditya who broke but Ganendra's body bounced against the tree. The sound of ridiculing laughter came out from Princess Nalini's mouth. Without saying much, Parama immediately unsheathed the sword and with lightning-fast movements. He took out all Ditya. One of the Ditya even got stuck in a tree because of the powerful Parama sword throw. Ditya's body disappeared. Parama immediately pulled out his sword. But his eyes suddenly opened. Stare at something.

Sadana and Balin are helping Ganendra who is still in pain because his body hit a tree. I heard Parama's voice loud.

“Be careful all! Looks like we're just spinning in the same place.”

Everyone is surprised. He then approached Parama. Sadana noticed the tree that Parama saw. On the tree there is a scratch that matches his ax.

“Ti..no...maybe.” Sadana said.

“What exactly is it?” ask Ganendra.

“We're spinning in the same place. Look at the axe on this tree. Wasn't the head of Ditya that I fought had been stuck with my axe in a tree.”

Ganendra and Balin were shocked. Seeing the forest around him seemed strange. The voice of Princess Nalini.

“Please! Help me!!” pekik hard.

Ganendra and the others had seen Princess Nalini being kidnapped by a black shadow and darted away quickly in the darkness.