"Then why are you being"
"Ha ha ha...! This is just my disguise. I want to know what's behind the mystery of Puri Merah. Sorry, Big Brother. I was forced to act as if I was hostile to you. I did this solely so they wouldn't suspect me."
Rangga frowned slightly. He still couldn't believe that what was standing in front of him was actually Pandan Wangi. His mind filled with all kinds of questions and a sense of astonishment that shackles. His gaze swept across the corpses lying around him. There are seven corpses lying with bodies covered in blood.
"That's the kind of people we should exterminate, Kakang. They are indeed at the top of this hill, but not inside the Puri Merah fort. They are the ones who should be your opponents, not the Puri Merah people," said Pandan Wangi, as if can read Rangga's thoughts.
"Are they the subordinates of Dewi Sri Tungga Buana?" Asked Rangga confirmed.
"Ah, apparently you already know too."
"Yes. I've investigated the situation at Puri Merah. Also the problems they are currently facing."
"Then, what's your next move?"
"I have to search and find the hiding place of Dewi Sri Tungga Buana."
"Why bother?" "What do you mean, Panda?"
"I can show you the place." Again, Rangga furrowed his eyebrows.
"Don't be surprised. All this time I have sneaked into their nest, and disguised myself as one of their members. Because I have the ability above them, then I was made the leader under Dewi Sri Tungga Buana."
"Where are their nests?" asked Ranga. "Follow me!"
Pandan Wangi immediately walked towards the North. Rangga followed with his mind still filled with all kinds of questions. His eyes kept watching every move of Pandan Wangi who walked in front. Rangga did not get the slightest difference. The only question now is that Pandan Wangi now doesn't wear the Naga Geni sword and the Death Fan, but instead carries a long, three-pointed spear.
As far as Rangga, Pandan Wangi has never been separated from his two deadly weapons. Wherever Pandan Wangi goes, the two weapons must be with him. A real oddity. And Rangga can not get the answer now. Pandan Wangi walked fast as if he was just running. Like it or not, Rangga also exerted the knowledge of lightening the body to keep up with Pandan Wangi's steps which were so light and fast
"That's their nest!" Pandan Wangi pointed to a large building surrounded by a high wooden fence.
Rangga stood up straight looking in the direction Pandan Wangi was pointing at. There were several people standing guard around the building. There's nothing strange about his clothes. They all wore ordinary clothes like those of the martial arts community. All of them carry weapons of various shapes.
"Sorry, I can only drive you up here," said Pandan Wangi.
"Wait! Where are you going?" prevent Rangga. "I have to go back. I don't want to
my disguise was opened prematurely," said Pandan Wangi again.
"This is your mask!" Rangga handed over the black cloth covering his head that he was still holding since earlier.
Pandan Wangi received it with a sweet smile on his lips. Then he put the mask back on. Rangga no longer prevented Pandan Wangi from jumping quickly and running towards the building. The Rajawali Sakti warrior continued to observe from a considerable distance and was protected. Pandan Wangi was seen standing upright in front of the gate which was heavily guarded by four men armed with spears.
The gate opened, and Pandan Wangi stepped in, the girl's body disappeared when the door was closed again. Only four men armed with spears remained on guard at the front gate.
***
Rangga had just set foot inside the Puri Merah fort when Kandara Jaya ran up to him. The Rajawali Sakti warrior waited until Kandara Jaya was near. The crown prince was panting, as if he had just run a long way across a high hill. Rangga waited until Kandara Jaya could breathe calmly.
"What is it?" asked Ranga.
"I got information about Kitri Boga," said Kandara Jaya.
"Hm, then?"
"Kitri Boga was once held captive here, but now he has been moved. He said Dewi Sri Tungga Buana wanted him to serve as a servant."
"Do you know where he was taken?" Rangga asked again.
"I don't know. None of them know where Dewi Sri Tungga Buana lives. But some say Kitri Boga was taken to Heaven."
"Do you believe it?" "No!"
"Good! Any information that does not make sense should not be trusted first."
"You yourself, how?"
"I just found the residence of Dewi Sri Tungga Buana," said Rangga.
"You...?" Kandara Jaya stuttered.
"Yes. And I came here deliberately looking for you. We will go there together. We can save Kitri Boga, and I will save Pandan Wangi."
"Pandan Wangi...? Is he still alive?" again Kandara Jaya was so shocked that his mouth dropped open.
"I'm not sure myself. Whether it's just my illusion, or there's someone who looks like him. Or he's really still alive. But what's clear is that I met him. There's something strange, and I have to find out before midnight. Later."
"Then, what about our previous plan?" Kandara Jaya wants to ask for firmness.
"Still implemented. That's why I need your help."
"I am always ready to help you, because I also have my own interests in this matter," said Kandara Jaya firmly.
"Tonight, I ask you to make a mess here," said Rangga in a half whisper
"Crazy!" snapped Kandara Jaya surprised.
"Listen first, Kandara Jaya. I'm not done yet!"
"Fine, go on."
"You created chaos here by wearing all black clothes and a black mask too. Then you ran through the northern wall, then headed north. I'll wait for you there later. After that I will carry out the second plan. Maybe the time is a little at the same time. And we can meet halfway," said Rangga explaining his plan.
"Frankly, I don't understand what you mean," said Kandara Jaya confused.
"It's like this.... With the chaos here, it will divert the attention of Dewi Sri Tungga Buana's people here. That way, I can freely destroy their base! Of course while saving Kitri Boga and Pandan Wangi, if that's the case. really still alive or imprisoned there."
"Then, our original plan?"
"Keep going, but the time is accelerated" Kandara Jaya still doesn't understand.
"The riot will make Dewi Sri Tungga Buana angry, so it will speed up the time for the offering. It was at that time that the original plan was executed, while you and Kitri Boga were safely across the ravine. I will take care of them with my best friend, the giant eagle. It's a bit deviated , but this is for your safety and Kitri Boga."
"By letting you risk your own life? No! I have to come after all!" Kandara Jaya refused firmly.
"Trust everything to me, Kandara Jaya. I don't mean to underestimate your abilities. But this is for the smooth running of our plans!"
Kandara Jaya was silent.
"The people of Puri Merah already think that I am their Great God. And I will use this to grow their belief that Dewi Sri Tungga Buana doesn't exist! Believe me. They will definitely rebel and help me destroy Dewi Sri Tungga Buana's people."
"It's hard for me to accept it, Rangga," muttered Kandara Jaya.
"Your task is no less important, Kandara Jaya. I put you there on purpose, to guard against the possibility that someone might escape. They are very numerous and tough. You can bring your soldiers to guard around the ravine."
"And that doesn't mean I have to wait on the other side, right?"
"You may cross back with your soldiers and intercept anyone who tries to escape. Understand?"
"Yeah, I'm starting to understand now. It's just, who will contact the kingdom to bring the soldiers?"
"Kitri Boga, or yourself!"
"How can I cross the chasm?" asked Kandara Jaya. He realized that his abilities could not possibly cross that very wide gap.
"I will prepare a rope for you to cross.
I'm sure you can traverse the mine."
"Then, fine! I agree with your plan!" Welcome Kandara Jaya.
"Well! Now we just wait for it to get dark. It's best, from now on, don't show yourself at Puri Merah."
"Then where are we going?" "Waiting outside the castle boundaries."
After saying that, Rangga quickly jumped over the high and sturdy rock wall. Kandara Jaya immediately followed without asking too many questions. In an instant, the two youths were back outside the walls without anyone noticing. Rangga immediately invited Kandara Jaya to enter a very dense forest to bide his time while finalizing the existing plans.
***
The day continued to creep further and further away. And dusk began to creep closer to night. A thin mist began to come around the top of Arang Lawu Hill. The sun was slowly sinking behind the hill. A dim atmosphere began to envelop the surroundings. The cold air was already eating away at the skin.
At that time Kandara Jaya began to crawl closer to the Puri Merah fort. The people of Dewi Sri Tungga Buana have returned to their usual duties, namely guarding the stone walls. According to the plan, Kandara Jaya would only launch an action to disrupt the condition of the Puri Merah fort when the moon was already overhead.
Kandara Jaya surveyed his surroundings, looking for a loophole to enter without being noticed by the fully armed guards. He was also a bit uncomfortable wearing the all-black clothes that Rangga had taken from a member of Dewi Sri Tungga Buana.
Meanwhile, inside the Red Castle fort, ten people wearing red robes were gathered on the castle stairs in the middle of the fort circle. They are Natrasoma and her friends.
"The Great God has left. I don't know anymore whether he will return or not," said Natrasoma. low voice.
"Will Gusti Dewa Agung free us from the influence and pressure of Dewi Sri Tungga Buana?" asked one.
"I don't know for sure. But it seems that Dewa Agung doesn't like Dewi Sri Tungga Buana's actions."
"Frankly, I'm fed up with this situation. I feel like I want to rebel!"
"We can't just do it. Remember! The Great Lord of Red Castle is still their prisoner. And as long as he is still in their hands, we can't do anything."
"I think we can drive them away." “Indeed. But the safety of the Supreme Leader
we have to think about it too. Remember! It's been more than two
tens of people died because of their stupidity. I don't want to waste my life in vain without careful calculation."
"Yes..., you should tell this to Dewa Agung. I'm sure Gusti Dewa Agung is willing to help us drive them away."
"That's it! And Dewa Agung promised to punish Dewi Sri Tungga Buana."
"Is that right, Natrasoma?"
"That's the Great God's promise! We just have to wait for the right time!"
The negotiations and conversations continue. They spoke softly, half whispering. But sometimes it stops when one of Dewi Sri Tungga Buana's men passes by. From the tone of their conversation, it was clear that they had been waiting for the right moment to be free from the clutches of Dewi Sri Tungga Buana.
The night continued to creep closer and closer. The situation inside the Puri Merah fort began to gradually become quiet. Meanwhile, ten people wearing red robes began to leave the castle. But just as they took a few steps, suddenly...
"Help.... Fire!"
A large fire was seen burning from the southern part of the Puri Merah fort. Several people in red robes ran around, trying to put out the fire which was getting bigger. Before they could put out the fire, suddenly they heard screams again from the east. And seen there the fire had burned the existing building. The atmosphere at night, which was originally calm, suddenly became noisy with shouts and voices commanding people to extinguish the fire which was getting bigger and spreading to other buildings.
The chaotic atmosphere was intensified by the appearance of a black body that flashed quickly and beat the people of Dewi Sri Tungga Buana.' In just a short time, several collapsed lay bathed in blood. The black figure's movements were very fast and sudden. Every time that black figure appeared, no less than five lives were lost.
"Natrasoma, look!" shouted one of the red robes standing near Natrasoma.
Natrasoma quickly shifted his gaze in the :pointed direction. At that time, a black body was flashing swiftly, hitting the five armed men. The movement was so fast that all that was visible was only a shadow. All of a sudden, five people were lying in a pool of blood on their bodies. Very quickly the figure disappeared, as if swallowed up by the darkness of the night.
"Impossible..., impossible!" Natrasoma shook her head.
"You know, Natrasoma?"
"I can't believe it! That person was dressed all in black. It's impossible that Dewi Sri Tungga Buana's special guard did all this," Natrasoma muttered in disbelief.
Nothing else was said. Everyone was silent. Meanwhile, the fire continued to devour the buildings that stood around the Red Castle. Most of the red robed people were securing the manor. Others are trying to put out the fire that continues to blaze fiercely.
Another activity was seen in the people dressed as martial arts figures. They were preoccupied with a black figure that appeared suddenly and disappeared just as suddenly. It is no longer counted, how many people are lying around without a soul. The black figure disappeared after slaughtering five more people. While at that time the flames began to be controlled.
"Is this the promise of the Great God...?" Natrasoma wondered in days.
Natrasoma surrounded the buildings that were left in rubble. Smoke was still billowing from the burning embers. Occasionally the fire rekindled from embers blown by the wind. But quickly managed to extinguish. Natrasoma nodded her head. The burning buildings were where the people of Dewi Sri Tungga Buana rested. None of the residences of the Puri Merah people were affected by the fire.
"Praise be to the Great God..." sighed Natrasoma quietly.
"What are you muttering about, Natrasoma?"
"Oh!" Natrasoma was surprised. A red robed man was suddenly standing beside him.
"I am grateful for this incident," said Natrasoma.
"Hm..., are you grateful in this condition?"
"Yes, you see! Hasn't the Great God fulfilled his promise? And I'm sure that the Great God Lord has just given a warning by burning down the buildings where they are resting."
"Maybe so. But why didn't the Supreme Lords slaughter them completely?"
"The Supreme God must have other wisdom. I'm sure that one day, they will leave this place that we love."
No answer at all. Natrasoma turned around, and....
"Hey!"
Natrasoma was completely shocked to death. The person he was talking to earlier had apparently disappeared somewhere. He was looking around but to no avail. In this place so many people in red robes with the exact same cut and pattern. The difference is only in the necklace worn by each person in the red robe. And that was completely unnoticed by Natrasoma.
"Ah, I'm sure. That must be the Great God in disguise," muttered Natrasoma. "Luckily I didn't misspeak"
***
Using the perfect body lightening technique, Rangga managed to sneak behind the wooden fence that surrounded the large building on the north side of Arang Lawu Hill. Several guards seemed to gather around the bonfire.
Rangga turned around from behind, but a guard dressed all in black caught him. The Magical Eagle Warrior acted very quickly. Without making the slightest sound, his hand moved quickly to hit the person's chest. Immediately, the person dressed all in black collapsed with his chest crushed
"Hhh, two people are guarding the door," sighed Rangga to himself.
The Magical Eagle Warrior's hands picked up two small twigs. Using perfect internal strength, he threw the two branches towards the two back door guards. The branches stuck right in the neck. As a result, the two guards immediately collapsed without another groan. Fresh blood immediately seeped from the neck that was pierced by the branch.
Like an agile deer, Rangga jumped lightly towards the door. Slowly he opened the door, then stepped in. For a moment Rangga blinked his eyes, getting used to the darkness that enveloped him as soon as he entered.
The Rajawali Sakti warrior began to walk slowly and carefully. Apparently he had entered a narrow and dark alley. But the passage is not long. In a moment he was at the end of the hall.
"Another door..." muttered Rangga.
Very slowly Rangga opened the door made of this thick teak wood. A small creaking sound was heard as the door was gently pushed open. A blinding bright light burst through as the door opened slightly wide. Rangga immediately entered the room.
"What room is this?" asked Rangga in his heart.