The Jerky Dragon Sword Swordsman

Meguru (Hunting)

I don't feel like the turn of time is passing quickly. Now a tiny Ganendra is 20 years old. The parasite is getting handsome and beautiful with white skin. His body is tall and strong. His muscles are perfectly formed. His eyes are sharply round with the nose likened to jasmine ngudhup or nose pointed. His face looks shining. His looks are not in doubt at all. However, the village girls no one dared to approach Ganendra because he was considered a child of stealth. For the last 10 years. Ganendra has no friends except Gayatri who is his adoptive brother.

Demang Adiwilaga managed to persuade the villagers not to expel Ganendra. But Ganendra was only allowed to live on the outskirts of the village. Demang Adiwilaga made a club for the residence of his adopted son. Although it was lonely because it was shunned by the villagers. But the family of Demang Adiwilaga, especially Gayatri, always accompanied Ganendra. Both are close because they have the same favorite, namely canuragan.

Until Ganendra was 20 years old, he still could not control his great power. So that it can unconsciously go crazy and become a bloodthirsty person like a demon. Even Demang Adiwilaga and Gayatri were once hurt by Ganendra's madness that turned like a demon.

The Bagaskara shines brightly. Accompanying Ganendra who was meditating under the waterfall. Without realizing it, his subconscious enters another realm. Where an old grandfather who was none other than Sabdo Palon was waiting for him.

“Eyang Guru...” call Ganendra while clenching both hands on the chest. A sign of paying homage to Sabdo Palon.

Eyang Sabdo Palon chuckled.

“Iyo…. My daughter (*Yes. yes, my granddaughter) you're getting older. However, you have not been able to master the great power that is within you. This is the time you ngangsu kawruh (hunting) on Mpu Wiyasa in Padepokan Grojokan Sewu. Practice true science.”

“Sendiko dhawuh Eyang Guru (*good Anyang Guru)

Then Eyang Sabdo Palon chanted a canticle to strengthen the determination of a Ganendra.

ngudi kanthi esthi

angel yen durung

start becik den titeni

difficult to see with rasakna

kanggo ural iki

Ganendra listened carefully to the chants of the Eyang Sabdo Palon song. But he still did not understand the meaning behind it.

“Eyang Guru... what meaning is implied from the chant that Eyang Guru chanted?”

Eyang Sabdo Palon chuckled with his distinctive voice. While holding one finger. Elders as well as spiritual figures of the white stream who mbaureksa (*mastering) the land of Java give us wejangan (*petuah).

“Ngger…. My granddaughter) dadi kudu golek sisi later temen seneng and hard kudu dirasakke kanti ikhlas (so the student must find knowledge in earnest. Happy or difficult to be felt sincerely). Then you will find the true wosing (*isi) of science. The true science. True science will lead you to master the great power that is within you.”

Ganendra digested every message from his Teacher Eyang. However, there were still questions in his heart.

“Then how to get true knowledge?”

Before Eyang Sabdo Palon could answer. A voice called out to Ganendra loudly.

“Kakang! Brother! Ganendra Kakang! Let's practice fitness with ku.” said the source of the voice.

The source of the sound was Gayatri. Ganendra's foster brother. A simple village girl who is sweet and playful. Just like Ganendra, he also likes the smell of kanuragan. Gayatri's long black hair was ponytailed. Wearing a cloth wrapped around the chest, a kind of kemben. Then wear a scarf that is attached to the left shoulder. The fabric used as kemben is actually long to the ankle. But for a female warrior like Gayatri, the cloth was only up to her knees. To make it easier to move and practice kanuragan.

Gayatri immediately launched an attack using Ajian Saipi Wind. His hands clenched straight towards Ganendra. He wanted to hit the young man who was still closing his eyes. Even in a meditative position. But Ganendra's instincts were trained. Under no circumstances will he be on standby. With quick movement. His hand repels Gayatri's attack.

Then launch an attack. A blow to Gayatri. Gayatri immediately took a step back and floated above the water. Ganendra opened his eyes and smiled. Shortly thereafter soon followed Gayatri using body lightening techniques. It was as if his feet could walk on water. Both are floating in the air. The sound of water slippage due to their footrests was heard to be mutual. Both chasing.

“Rear, try to come here and catch me.” Gayatri meledek Ganendra's.

Ganendra smile..

“Adhi (*sister) Gayatri I will definitely catch you!” reply Ganendra.

Ganendra is trying to catch up with Gayatri. Until it reaches below the flow of the waterfall river. Once there, they even play around and splash water on each other. Feel the fresh mountain water. Until they both felt tired and sat on a big rock by the river. While enjoying the clear river water. Enjoy the beautiful natural scenery.

Gayatri looked spoiled and leaned on Ganendra's boat. Her sweet smile added to the sweet ayu of a Gayatri. Ganendra started to open his voice first.

“Adhi, I will go to Padepokan Grojokan Sewu.”

“Rear, is this fast you're going?”

Ganendra nodded confidently.

“Yes, I don't want to hurt Father, Biyung, you, and the other villagers because of the stealth power within me. I've made up my mind.”

Gayatri saw the eyes of Ganendra who was determined to ngangsu kawruh in Padepokan Grojokan Sewu. He realized in time. This will happen, because since the age of 10 years ago Ganendra has expressed his wishes. But Demang Adiwilaga still prevented him and said he would approve if Ganendra was 20 years old.

“Rear, if so your wish. Then I'll follow you wherever you go.”

Ganendra looked at the foster brother with an anxious look.

“Adhi, I can't let you come because it's out there. Surely many bad people and demons who will not hesitate to hurt.”

“I don't care, as long as I'm with Kakang. Whatever the obstacles, I will face.” reply Gayatri full of perseverance.

“Ta... but..” Ganendra tries to prevent Gayatri's intentions.

However, Gayatri had already used Ajian Saipi Wind and was flying away from the place.

“I'll ask Father for permission!!!” scream Gayatri from a distance.

Ganendra could only sigh. Looking at the behavior of his adoptive brother who was very stubborn.

...***...

The day has changed night. In a village of Kademangan. Demang Adiwilaga and Nyi Kemuning looked sad.

“Father has heard from you. That your determination has been unanimous to study at Padepokan Grojokan Sewu. Perhaps it is time for Father and Biyung to let you go in search of your true self.” Demang Adiwilaga spoke with a face full of sadness.

Nyi Kemuning's eyes began to glaze over and finally a translucent circle spilled down her cheeks. He started crying as much as he could. Ganendra was sad. But his resolve was already round. He immediately approached the woman who had nurtured him since childhood with affection. Grasping his Biyung hand.

“Biyung, bless me to find a true self.”

“Ngger, my son. Biyung just wants to see you grow up in this village. Living together in a family. But it seems like the Great God has another will. Although with heavy, biyung let you go. Remember the message of life, to always love others and do good.” Nyi Kemuning's message.

Ganendra smiled and thanked his mother. Then lay on the lap of Nyi Kemuning. The mother whom he had considered as his own mother. Nyi Kemuning stroked Ganendra's head affectionately. The little baby that he had cared for first, had transformed into an adult youth. A young man who will live life out there. That night, Demang Adiwilaga's residence looked deserted. Everyone was sad to be separated from each other.

I don't feel like time has passed. At the border of Kademangan Village, Ganendra got ready with a small sling on his back. Nyi Kemuning and Demang Adiwilaga delivered his favorite foster child.

“Father…. Biyungs…. Please rest you to join my journey.”

Demang Adiwilaga patted Ganendra on the shoulder. So also Nyi Kemuning hugged her favorite child tightly. As if not willing to let go.

“Ganendra, this is the thing that is with you. When you were entrusted to the Father. Bring with you. Father hopes this thing will help you later.” said Demang Adiwilaga while handing a long package wrapped in white cloth. Ganendra opened the package. Inside was a piece of the horn of the Jerky Dragon Snake.

“Good Father... I'm leaving now.” says Ganendra.

“Ngger, my son. May the Great Bathara protect you all.” Demang Adiwilaga and Nyi Kemuning spoke together.

Ganendra was a little surprised. Knowing both his parents allowed Gayatri to participate.

“Father, thanks!!!” suddenly Gayatri shouted loudly while running towards her parents. And hugged them tightly.

Demang Adiwilaga and Nyi Kemuning smiled.

“Bapa and Biyung won't get in your way. Be careful and take care of each other. Even with a heavy heart. Father and Biyung tell you ngangsu kawruh. Remain a person who andhap asor (*humbler) if you have high knowledge.” message Demang Adiwilaga.

He then led his two sons to find the true way. Not far from there, the villagers saw Ganendra's departure. On one side they were happy, the demon child that scared them had left the village. But on the other hand, there are haunting concerns. What if a demon attacked the village? Because all this time, Ganendra was the one protecting them. Even with his power that cannot be controlled.