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The Sword Of The Fire Dragon The Demon-Slaying Sword
The flames raged even wider. The two warriors fought within the scorching inferno. Strangely, they seemed unaffected by the searing heat.Arya gave no opportunity for the elder of the Shadow Demon Sect to stabilize himself. He continuously unleashed a combination of long-range and close-combat attacks, making it increasingly difficult for Abhirama to evade.The old man was truly cornered. There was nothing left for him to do but dodge and flee, prolonging his existence in the world."Damn it! This young man hasn't lost any of his internal energy at all!" Abhirama cursed unconsciously.Arya sneered upon hearing the spontaneous outburst from Abhirama's lips. "If it's just to fight you, I wouldn't even lose half of my internal energy, old man!"The handsome young man paused for a moment, ceasing his pursuit of Abhirama. His sharp, intimidating gaze remained fixed on the old man. Whatever was running through his mind was known only to himself and the gods.Arya's sudden inaction puzzled A
The Sword Of The Fire Dragon Premonition of Mandalasura
A sharp, piercing scream escaped from Abhirama's lips. The old man could not withstand the sword strike that pierced his stomach. He had managed to parry Ratnasari's blade aimed at his neck, but at the same time, his lower defense was left open, allowing the sword in Ratnasari's left hand to slash through without obstruction.Abhirama’s abdominal wall was torn wide open. His internal organs spilled out, emitting an unbearable stench.Even Ratnasari, who was accustomed to bloodshed, nearly vomited. Her stomach churned violently as the foul odor from Abhirama's entrails assaulted her nostrils."Hueek!"The beautiful young woman could no longer suppress the nausea overwhelming her. She retched, emptying her stomach of everything she had consumed.Hurriedly, Rengga and Arya, who had been standing side by side, approached Ratnasari, who was crouching as she vomited."A warrior throwing up like that?" Arya teased. His eyes flicked toward Abhirama, who was now lifeless. He narrowed his gaze
The Sword Of The Fire Dragon Surprise
King Dharma Kusuma was intrigued by the change in Mandalasura's facial expression. Before he could even ask, Mandalasura spoke first."Dharma, order the troops to continue the journey!""What is it, Master? Does it have anything to do with the thick smoke the soldiers reported?" asked King Dharma Kusuma."Just follow my orders and don't ask too many questions!" Mandalasura snapped.King Dharma Kusuma felt a slight irritation at Mandalasura's reprimand. After all, he was a king who ruled over a kingdom. Mandalasura's outburst made it seem as if he had no authority or dignity.However, King Dharma Kusuma lacked the courage to protest against the old man known as the Shadow Devil Warrior. His status as both a mentor and the leader of the dark sect in the southeastern region made King Dharma Kusuma feel inferior.There was nothing he could do but suppress his frustration. He needed Mandalasura's help to seize the Jaya Buana
The Sword Of The Fire Dragon Keeping Watch
The large brown horse ridden by the head soldier galloped swiftly through the forest. As the day was nearing nightfall, he urged his steed forward as fast as possible to return to the grand formation of the Cakrabuana Kingdom's army.Just before the sun left the earth for its resting place, the head soldier finally halted his horse. He had arrived amidst tens of thousands of soldiers who were setting up tents in the forest.According to the plan, this place would serve as the command center for the upcoming attack. The largest tent, designated for King Dharma Kusuma, stood majestically among the hundreds of tents of various sizes surrounding it.In terms of distance from the capital city of the Jaya Buana Kingdom, the location was approximately two kilometers away. King Dharma Kusuma had deliberately chosen this site as the central point for the attack. The vast natural landscape, consisting of large trees, served as a natural fortress against su
The Sword Of The Fire Dragon The Arrival of the Enemy
Arya gazed at the man of higher rank standing before him. He noticed the weariness etched on the forty-year-old man's face."I never realized how complicated royal conflicts could be, Sir. If I were facing a dark sect, I wouldn’t hesitate to eliminate them. But this time, it’s different... I’m truly confused about what stance to take. How many innocent soldiers from both sides will lose their lives in the upcoming war?" Arya let out a deep sigh. He picked up a wide cloth, resembling a blanket, from the watchtower and wrapped it around himself to ward off the cold."As for our soldiers, I understand their reasons for fighting, Sir. But the enemy troops... Do they realize the terrible consequences if King Dharma Kusuma wins this war? Or perhaps they do know but still choose to fight simply because they are soldiers bound by loyalty to their king," the young man continued.Prime Minister Bayu Aji recognized that the young warrior beside him had a mi
The Sword Of The Fire Dragon Arya's Skill
"All soldiers, prepare yourselves!" Arya's thunderous voice echoed.His shout, amplified by inner energy, was even heard in the palace. All the soldiers who had been slightly at ease immediately stood tall, awaiting the next command.Tension was evident on every soldier's face. The situation they had hoped to avoid ever since the Kertabuana Kingdom was divided into two was now becoming a reality.Yes, war. A word dreaded by those who cherish peace. A word that brings prolonged suffering. Whether winning or losing, both sides would endure hardship.The archers, forming the first offensive division, were already in position. Their bows and arrows were firmly gripped, eyes locked onto the enemy ahead. They remained crouched to avoid detection, waiting for the war commander to raise his hand as a signal to launch their attack.After receiving a report from a soldier about the approaching enemy forces, Prime Minister Bayu Aji, who ha
The Sword Of The Fire Dragon The Art of War
Mandalasura’s speed and the lightness of his body as he floated through the air to catch the flying arrow left everyone watching stunned — including Arya and Rengga.Ratnasari reacted the same way. But unlike the others, she wasn’t surprised by Mandalasura’s ability — she was shocked because the figure she saw was someone familiar. Someone she had once seen deep within a forest.Her suspicion turned out to be true. Mandalasura had violated a principle that had been upheld by the Black Sect for hundreds of years — a principle that stated the Black Sect would never interfere in royal politics, especially by siding with any kingdom in a war between two rulers.If Sastra Wijaya, the leader of the Black Sect from the Eight Directions, were to find out about Mandalasura's violation, he would likely explode in anger. He had warned his followers time and again not to dare get involved in the political intrigues of kingdoms. Almost every gathering, he would emphasi
The Sword Of The Fire Dragon Sacrifice
On the other side, Prime Minister Bayu Aji deeply regretted the failure of the trap he had carefully devised. As someone with considerable experience, he felt like he had failed to anticipate the enemy’s intelligence in reading his strategy. He should have prepared a backup plan in case his initial plan failed.The forty-year-old Prime Minister chose to sit, leaning against the wooden wall of the watchtower. His eyes stared blankly at the archers who had taken their respective positions. He felt unworthy of the title he carried.If I failed right from the beginning, how will things turn out later? His heart was torn apart by the bitter truth invading his thoughts.Seeing Prime Minister Bayu Aji’s condition — drained of spirit — Arya stepped closer to him. He held the man's shoulders and helped him stand up."Should a leader show weakness in front of his subordinates?" Arya asked firmly.Prime Minister Bayu Aji looked at Arya's face. The y
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Sarirejo Duchy
Arya’s suspicions turned out to be correct. That morning, the village chief, along with several villagers, came to the inn where the young couple had spent the night. Among them was the girl who had been assaulted by Kelana Sura, now in the comforting embrace of a middle-aged woman.But they had to face the disappointment of not meeting the two heroes. The innkeeper told them that the couple had already left the village before sunrise.Meanwhile, the two figures the villagers of Sekar Sari were searching for were now far away, riding swiftly toward Sarirejo Duchy, which was only a day’s journey from the village.Several hours later, just as the sun was dipping toward the western horizon, Kelana Sura and a dozen of his men finally arrived at Sarirejo Duchy.Duke Wongsonegoro was furious when he saw his son in such a pitiful state, missing his right hand. The rotund duke cursed and swore, condemning the one who had severed his beloved son’s hand.In front of him, a dozen men knelt with
Leaving the Village
Arya handed the two pouches of coins he was holding to the young woman. “Give one pouch to your employer, and the other is for you.”The young woman was stunned in disbelief. Being saved from the cruelty of those men was already a priceless blessing, and now she was also receiving a pouch of coins that, to her, seemed like a fortune.“Just take it. Give the money to your parents,” said Ratnasari, noticing the girl’s hesitation in accepting Arya’s gift.“Thank you, kind sir. But how could I possibly repay the kindness you both have shown me?”Arya gave the young woman a warm smile. “If your parents are still alive, you can repay us by being devoted to them. And don’t forget to show kindness to others. The smiles of happiness from people you help are sincere prayers sent your way. No one you’ve helped will pray ill upon you,” he replied.“Now go home! We’ll handle things here,” Ratnasari added, continuing Arya’s words.“Alright, kind lady. Once again, I offer my deepest thanks for all y
Severe Punishment
The man who had just swung his sword was shocked when his attack hit nothing. It was clear that the young man hadn’t moved an inch even though the blade was only a handspan away from its target.He turned around when he heard a mocking voice behind him.“You—how did you get over there?”“Hahaha… What a foolish question from someone with such low skill. You and the rest of you should realize just who you’re dealing with,” Arya replied, deliberately boasting in front of them so they would understand that there’s always someone stronger above.The handsome young man turned his gaze to his lover.“Ratna, finish them all! I don’t want to dirty my hands with their filthy blood right now!”“With pleasure. There’s no place on this earth for those who disgrace and violate women!” the beautiful girl grinned, revealing her fierce side.Without another word, Ratnasari swiftly attacked one of the men and snatched his sword. Her claw strike landed precisely on the man’s neck, killing him instantly
The Busy Village
Half a day’s journey had passed since Arya and Ratnasari left the capital. Without realizing it, their footsteps had carried them into the evening.As the sun dimmed and prepared to set, the couple arrived at the first village they encountered. Two entrance gates made of stacked bricks stood tall, as if to welcome their arrival. Nearby, a large signboard stood next to one of the gates.Although the sun was fading, the village activity did not slow down. Dozens of bamboo torches, their flames dancing in the wind, lined the village streets—placed in front of each house or building.People bustled about—men and women, old and young alike—signaling that life in this village was far from quiet. Added to that were carts drawn by horses and oxen, one by one filling the roads.Arya shook his head. Of all the villages he had visited, this was the first where he witnessed such a unique custom.Vendors lined the streets, eagerly offering their goods to anyone passing by their stalls. Shouts and
A Mother’s Blessing
Arya lifted his face. He froze when he saw Ratnasari already inside his room, standing and staring at him sharply. One thing confused him—how would he explain himself to his beloved now that his charade had been exposed?Much like her son, Queen Dyah Pitaloka was also at a loss for words. Although Ratnasari’s act of barging into someone else’s room without knocking was impolite, she couldn’t bring herself to be harsh toward her future daughter-in-law.Ratnasari, in truth, felt guilty for not knocking first. Especially since Queen Dyah Pitaloka, who had always been like a mother to her, was inside the room. But on the other hand, had she knocked, she wouldn’t have discovered that Arya had been pretending about his memory loss all this time.“I apologize, Your Majesty. I didn’t know you were here. If I’m disturbing you, I will leave at once.”“Stay, my daughter-in-law. Since you already know, I will explain everything,” Queen Dyah Pitaloka replied.<
The Unveiling of the Deception
On the journey back to the palace, Prince Suryalaksana was deep in thought, trying hard to figure out how to foil Prince Dewalaksana’s plan. He was so focused that he didn’t even notice Prince Bimalaksana trying to talk to him.“Why are you so quiet, Surya?” asked Prince Bimalaksana, giving his younger brother a light tap on the shoulder.Prince Suryalaksana snapped out of his thoughts with a start. “What is it, Brother Bima?”Prince Bimalaksana stopped walking. “What’s on your mind, Surya? Don’t let Brother Dewa’s words confuse you.”“What do you mean, Brother?” Prince Suryalaksana frowned.“You’re my brother. We grew up together—I know exactly how you think, Surya.”“I don’t understand what you’re getting at,” Prince Suryalaksana said, scratching his head slowly.“Come on, Surya, stop pretending. I know you don’t agree with Brother Dewa’s plan. You just went along with it to keep him happy, didn’t you?”<
The Cunning of Prince Dewalaksana
In the midst of his despair, Prince Dewalaksana’s eyes caught sight of Commander Argananta walking into the training ground.The three princes looked at him in surprise. Why was Commander Argananta approaching them? What news did the commander of the Sastrajingga kingdom’s army want to deliver to them?Commander Argananta had expected to find Prince Dewalaksana there with Prince Bimalaksana, but he hadn’t anticipated that Prince Suryalaksana would be with them as well. A flicker of surprise crossed his mind, as Prince Suryalaksana was known to be a loner.But he quickly brushed off his surprise. After all, they were brothers, so it wasn’t too strange that they were spending time together.“What brings you here, Uncle? It seems like you have something to tell us,” Prince Dewalaksana asked curiously.Commander Argananta smiled warmly. “Indeed, I do have something to tell you. Actually, His Majesty ordered me to deliver this message to you a
Bitter Reality
King Dharmalaksana glanced at Arya. He had actually hoped that his youngest son would speak up and offer his opinion. But instead, Arya didn’t even seem interested in what they were discussing.From the conversation he overheard between his father and Commander Argananta, besides the Purareksa Kingdom, two other kingdoms suspected of planning a rebellion were the Candipuro Kingdom and the Swarnabumi Kingdom.Among the three, the Swarnabumi Kingdom was the largest. Arya remembered well when he was six or seven years old, the Swarnabumi Kingdom had tried to attack and conquer the Sastrajingga Kingdom, but the kingdom led by his father was still too powerful; in the end, Swarnabumi had surrendered and become a vassal kingdom.Throughout the discussion, Arya didn’t say a word. Not because he was unwilling to share his thoughts, but because neither his father nor Commander Argananta asked for his opinion. Yet, for him, the key points were already clear just from listening.The handsome you
A Rebellion Plan?
“Believe it or not, but the truth is, your brother Jayalaksana has played a big role in saving your parents. You can ask Commander Argananta to confirm this. Or if you’re still doubtful, you can ask the soldiers who escorted us yesterday,” King Dharmalaksana continued.Prince Suryalaksana scratched his head softly. He then recalled Prince Dewalaksana’s words from before, saying that the leadership of the Sastrajingga Kingdom would eventually be handed over to Jayalaksana. That was why, even though he was usually quiet and not a schemer, he ended up being influenced.But he couldn’t reveal that now to his parents. He decided to keep that secret with his two elder brothers.“I’m done here. I’ll return to my room now. Father, Mother, I ask for your leave.” Prince Suryalaksana bowed respectfully before leaving his father’s private chamber.After their third son left, King Dharmalaksana and Queen Dyah Pitaloka also exited the room. The king had specifically requested to meet Dewi, the youn
