Swordsman Behind the Scenes

CHAPTER 24 - THE FLOWER PICKING VILLAIN

In the twenty-fourth generation, the imperial dynasty of Muderakali where in the time of Waseso is told, the seat of the emperor's throne was occupied by Emperor Kamundrajagat. Unlike his predecessors, this emperor had a patient disposition and a noble character. And at the age of his eight-year reign, the emperor was only sixty-eight years old, he had intended to resign from his throne and be handed over to his thirty-three-year-old crown prince, and inherit the disposition of the father, who was also capable and wise. The crown prince, it turns out, has ordered secret spies, to find out the truth of the war situation that has been running for generations, but never get the results as expected. He did so, because he felt that there was something he was not sure of himself, in regard to the reports of all the government officials and all the officials under him who reported that all was well, the war will soon be won, all the people will support the emperor, and so on.

The crown prince's suspicions, were actually not without basis. It was started by an incident, where one of the three advisors of the emperor died suddenly, but previously known to be healthy fresh fit, despite the age of sixty-nine years. Already so, the late advisor is famous for being the most vocal and always giving suggestions that are opposite to the other two advisors.

And it turned out that when the crown prince came to the funeral home, he saw himself that the house of the late advisor was simple although large, but completely far from the impression of luxury, very contrary to others. That is why it was conveyed directly to his father the emperor through a meeting of four eyes only.

It turned out that his thoughts were well received by the emperor, even when the emperor asked what steps should be taken. The crown prince explained so at length and at once, the emperor was able to conclude that this son was very intelligent, capable and wise, even surpassing himself. Therefore, the emperor gave him permission, to do everything he planned but secretly. And even said, that she intended to retreat and chose to be alone, along with the empress and her five concubines. So that the reins of power will be bestowed upon the crown prince.

Apparently, the suspicion felt by the crown prince was one by one began to open, where he received reports about how all high officials to the region lived in the pool of property and wealth, where he received reports about how all high officials to the region lived in the pool of wealth and wealth, the alleged misappropriation of financial compensation for the people due to the policies of the emperor, the amount of taxes that must be paid by the people in order to cover the costs of the war, and so forth. But unfortunately, one by one, the spies he had spread disappeared or were rumored to die. They are getting closer to the final report.

As usual, before moving to the bed. The Emperor always took the time to accept the arrival of the crown prince, if he wanted to convey the news. As it was that night about four months ago, there was this whispering conversation;

"who are you going to send? Surely for this time, you must really appoint the right person; must be very high-science, trustworthy, and also intelligent" the emperor asked and also expressed his opinion.

Then the crown prince looked at the emperor with a serious look ;

"the emperor's father, I think for this time, the only person right for this task is him"

While looking back at his son, the emperor was about to ask, but when the emperor saw the glare of the prince's eyes, then he understood what was meant.

"are you sure that he is ready and willing?"

"i think it's time for him, of course, if my father gives his blessing"

After the emperor took a breath and recalled the figure he was referring to, the emperor said with a mantab, yet still whispered;

"if that's what you think is best, try talking to me, I approve of your plan"

" well father, son, beg" and the crown prince took his father's right hand and kissed him, and turned out of the emperor's room.

Waseso who still seemed to walk casually while guiding the horse towing the pedati saw a far nun ahead there, kang Daruna and fifteen younger siblings like him were chatting with three people who from his place now not clearly visible, whether men or women. Waseso stopped his horse for a moment and walked to his left side and slashed a bunch of green and fat grass and divided it fairly into each horse and the plentong. Then walking again, several tens of steps he saw three clumps as well, then stopped the horse and did the same thing as before. That is how Waseso walked from earlier, therefore kang Daruna, who are impatient, decided to walk forward first. Waseso continued walking again and was now seen from their clothes and horses, to five girls, seen to have joined the kang Daruna all, all of them, and that means that they must be gathering at the crossroads. When it was in clear sight, then Waseso could see that the three men were three swordsmen in short clothes. One was long black-haired, carrying an umbrella, the other two were short-haired with a sword behind his back, which when viewed from where Waseso was today was actually less clear whether male or female, he said, but because Waseso saw two mounds on each of their chests, the young man felt sure his guess was correct. Waseso continued in his steps, but again he saw the left and stopped again, and so on, until now after being close, only stayed to five girls who were sitting quietly on the grass, sitting quietly, while exchanging food the contents of a paper package that is definitely a treat.

They all got up and cleared each of the horse's harnesses, clearly indicating that the five would lead his horse and walk with Waseso.

"sister Waseso, there was a brother shinta and the twins brother midya and widya, they were also traveling and accepted my offer to walk together" said Kinda said when the young man was near.

Before answering, Waseso had time to batin himself, you bengal child, whoever you also invite and. But of course that's not what he put out ;

"are they in no hurry? Are we just walking without direction?" so Waseso answered while leading his horse to the left.

Now it's Laksita's turn to say, though,

"we have also said, but it turns out they are interested in joining".

Now Wulan is chiming in ;

"yes even, they said that they had heard the news about the group of refugees being escorted, so they wanted to join and help, just now we want to introduce to Mr. Waseso but in,.......they want to open the way".

"doesn't you have any good ones?"

No one answered, as Werni directly extended the paper pack he was holding towards Waseso.

Beside Waseso, Ni Luh still poked Wulan once more and the poked one even replied funnyly, sticking his tongue out at Ni Luh, who was implying ;

"fortunately this child is not a release to say, it does not feel good with Werni".

Afterwards alternating with each other both Kinda and Laksita also pinch Wulan's hands or waist. Be the three of them, like a funny scene moaning Wulan who almost slipped his tongue mentioning how kang Daruna with his distinctive style, taking the road first their new friends without waiting and introducing directly to Waseso who can actually be said to be the leader of the group and they include kang Daruna all just ride the road.

But of course they also keep the feelings of Werni his wife, that was the reason why Ni Luh poke Wulan without the knowledge of Werni and Waseso.

The other two girls also felt relieved by what Ni Luh did, so now they both joined Ni Luh in courting Wulan.

"if the thug of the picker is still proven to be wandering in the city of Sarupan, of course we spend time staying there goods last night two nights, to help snuggle" Werni opened a silence, and, directly overwritten by the other four.

And for the sake of seeing Waseso like seeing them as if asking about the topic being discussed, Kinda explained to the young man, that the five of them were in Serupan city, just to look around the city. They get information that a few days ago, their city was visited by criminal rapists girls, even almost every night the same thing happened as taking turns.

The guard was increased when the first case occurred. But according to information from the owner of the food stall, the condition of the city seems to have returned to normal. Despite the subsequent shock, the two girls who became victims were found dead horribly, by suicide due to the suffering they experienced.

Hearing the story, Waseso's heart felt sad and concerned, and he commented ;

"there is no harm, we also put eyes and ears along the journey later. Who knows, we could have helped subdue that depraved criminal".

The fifth nodded his head in agreement.

When the sun was about to submerge itself, it appeared in front of the kang Daruna, standing in front of a rickety hut, and Waseso thought it was the right place for them to stay tonight, especially for women.

Then, after placing the horse and all the pedati. They all work hand in hand to take out the needed items, including a tent that is then installed each a little far there, both front and back roads that were passed earlier, he said,  as a bed as well as a guard post for all men. As for the eight girls, they also immediately cleaned and improved in the hut room which, although rickety, could accommodate all eight of them sleeping there.

Tonight, Werni acted as the head of the kitchen, assisted by Waseso because Bude Surjana was no longer with them, he divided the portion in such a way and wrapped it with banana leaves, then share each one, to everyone.

After finishing dinner, the girls gather in the hut while returning to discuss topics related to female rapist criminals, which Shinta also knows about. Even their conversation continued until late at night and heard Shinta's narration about the journey of the three of them, wandering, which he said just want to travel around the country and if possible also want to see the condition of the battlefield on the front line.

Kinda and friends who at the beginning of their encounter with the three girls had assumed that Shinta, who was twenty years old, was a haughty girl, but after they had a chance to chat at length in such a way, soon the five of them liked it and concluded, that Shinta who seemed to be the son of a rich and highly educated person, was, but it turns out to be a girl who has a soft heart and is very pleasant as a chatter friend, because in addition to having insight and broad knowledge, she still shows humility.

As for the twins, it turned out to be two girls who from the opposite appearance to Kinda, where they were both indeed dressed like men, wearing long pants that were rather tight wrapping their two legs like a grasshopper. But outside, they no longer wear long robes as a cover like Kinda. So that in addition to the shape of the legs, the buttocks, and the puffed up chest, very clearly printed. The hair is also trimmed short, so it is very compatible with the shape of the two faces are beautiful sweet. Midya the older sister had dimples, as for the younger sister not, but had a small mole on the right chin. Both of them are twenty years old less a bit, are cheerful and fun girls just like Laksita, Kinda and Wulan.

Thus Waseso, all of you, enjoyed their first night without the people of the refugees.

For Kinda, Ni Luh, Laksita and Werni, who had experienced this togetherness, their hearts felt like something was missing.

SERIATE.