The Hylva Dynasty Conflict

36. Palace Court

Meanwhile, the uproar within the palace was not yet finished. Because the death of the crown prince is a big thing and will have a huge effect on the pillars of the kingdom. The council of ministers held an emergency session with the king that night.

Currently in the hall room of the palace, the King sat on his throne gallantly. Even in the time of mourning he must remain a prayer and guide the course of the church with Hidmat. Ministers began to issue their opinions on the best decisions that could be taken.

“Your highness, the crown prince's throne is currently vacant. Kindly start to consider one of the noble daughter's sons to fill the position of crown prince.” Said Raghyang - General counsel of the King.

“Hamba feels Ambarawa's raden is the most appropriate for that position right now. He is the eldest noble son, as well as he has the value and capable ability to become a crown prince.” Sahut Narama - head of Finance.

Narama is the older brother of the concubine Nimaran. He was the pioneer and unifier between his brother and the king. Not only that, a few years ago when the nyimas Rarapati disappeared, Narama was the first to bring Ambarawa to the crown prince. Tonight, too, he's still doing the same.

“After what he did before why do you still dare to propose him as a candidate? Well I know he is indeed your dear nephew.” said the Chief Minister of Defense.

Narama gave a rough snort and rolled his eyes in annoyance as he hissed.

There has always been internal contention in the kingdom. One of them is the relationship between Narama and Dwicakra-Head of the minister of defense, She is the sister of the queen of Durwiasih. Famous genius from an early age to be appointed as a minister at a young age.

The relationship of these two ministers never got along, they can only cooperate in the needs of the country. The rest only carve out grudges and personal infighting.

“Hamba agrees with what the head of the noble Ministry of Defense said, What will the people say when they find out that the exiled Raden Ambarawa is being asked to return home to be the crown prince?!" Timpal Darma - Great general of the kingdom.

"Hm...The servant proposed the eldest noble daughter, Nyimas Rarapati to be the crown princess. Nyimas is the most mature daughter, wise, persistent, intelligent and has a strong determination. Plus this position was previously held by Nyimas and Nyimas has been in the education of the crown princess since childhood.” Raghyang.

The advice from Raghyang was received with a warm smile by the ministers except Narama who seemed annoyed with the proposal.

Obviously he would have been more amenable if his nephew had been the crown prince. Of course he had many reasons, besides being able to scent the family name, he and Nimaran could have the chance to gain more power and power within the palace.

“But Nyimas Rarapati is a woman. How could he be such a formidable leader?” Chirper Narama.

“The leader does not look at gender, who has dedication, the ability to move the heart and wise then he deserves to be a leader. Stop that old thinking of yours!” sahut Cokro-head of Education Minister.

Indeed, in fact many ministers are not in favor of Narama's opinion. In addition to her who is not liked by many council ministers, but it is appropriate Nyimas Rarapati who became the crown princess.

“TEN! I've heard your advice, and I'll discuss this with the royal family first. For the time being, as long as we are still in the early days of mourning, I will vacate the position of crown prince first."

All the ministers and the royal council whispered to each other. They were quite astonished by the decision the King made.

"Why empty your majesty? What about the crown prince's duties? Then what if something happens to your highness?"

Everyone looked at each other, wondering the question was true.

"For that, I have my own plans."

"Tomorrow morning we will hold a hearing investigating the death of my son!” Follow the king while leaving the room

Everyone gathered to pay their respects, leading to the king's departure. "Okay, your honor."

They could not refuse or do anything else but accept it, for the king's decision was the last and the greatest.

"Not cry anymore."

"Has your Majesty done what I asked?"

"Of course, things will gradually come to light."

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The night changed in the morning, as usual the time went quickly like the wind as involved.

On this morning, all the royal family and ministers followed the case of the death of Prince Hardijaya. Including 3 friends who have sat down with a sad state in the middle of the hall.

In the morning they were doused with cold water to wake up and then dragged violently towards the palace hall. Their condition is indeed increasingly concerning, tattered clothes camping, dusty tangled hair, pale skin lack of drinking and a body filled with scratches.

Everyone in the hall looked at the three companions with disdain and contempt, except for the Queen and Rarapati. They feel guilty so as to look at the three friends they do not dare.

“Explain what really happened back then!” the king broke the silence.

With a trembling mouth, Abi tried to compose the right sentence. His life and the lives of his friends are at stake.

“S-at the time, we were just racing to find a deer. Then we split up. Then I accidentally saw the prince himself fighting with someone on the edge of the cliff. I rushed over to the prince to help him because the man wearing the black robe was carrying a dagger as his weapon. Had there been a fierce fight between the two of us against the person, I also suffered a lot of incisions because of it, then-”

“Basic of liars, Your Majesty what this young man told is different from the story of Rarapati! FILTHY MAN! Give me the sword, I've heard enough of your explanation. Let me avenge my son.” Seloroh Consort Nimaran

Hearing that only made Abi more downcast regret while Gavi and Milo felt very upset and angry to hear the woman's words.

“Who is actually a woman with that menor makeup, the words are so annoying.” Milo whispered.

“Seeing from his crown, he used 2 red gems. It's possible she's the king's concubine.” Gavi Sahut.

“Sabar sister.wait she has not finished her defense. Why are you being so reckless like this!” Consort Kirana tried to calm Nimaran down.

“Mother concubine, why be so rushed to punish the suspect. After all, the concubine mother usually did not like my sister while she was alive.” said Rarapati with a wry smile.

Hearing Rarapati's statement, Nimaran began to display a sad and teary face with a clear voice.

“What do you mean my daughter? Even though you are not my biological children but you guys I have considered as my own children, why do you even say that about me.” he said

“ENOUGH!!! Hey lads, continue your story!” said the king to calm the atmosphere.

The king raised his voice making everyone bow in silence. A dispute within the royal family was not what the king wanted, but what was his 'power' who did not want it?

Therefore the King must be able to be firm even to his own family which is the basis of the pillar of the kingdom.

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