Dvesas
Saxony

“Why did this happen to me Lord Indra!”

“My answer is God!” yelled Gopal in fidelity.

Ankush's defeat was an insult to him. Now Astapura had strengthened political ties by marrying Siddarth, and the youngest daughter of King Daneswara of Dwipajaya.

Gopal paced back and forth before his throne thinking of the right way to destroy Astapura.

“What are you worried about my friend, let's play Catur” said King Saksena of Suballa kingdom.

“Indrajaya managed to control the valley of medicine, and closed the sale of ginger and turmeric to Astapura which is the raw material of traditional medicine. Now Dwipajaya has become the main supplier of raw materials” said Gopal sitting in front of Saksena.

“What you are worried about, one day the raw materials sent from Nusantara will definitely run out. Astapura will not be able to grow both plants in this country, because I am ready to help you spread pests on new seedlings” said Saksena cunningly while running his chess piece.

“But when should I wait? Astapura is building a military under Siddarth, my forces are dwindling. Until anytime I will not leave Indrajaya!” yell Gopal.

“Pacify yourself my brother, my people will be spies for Indrajaya” said Saksena.

Gopal's heart calmed down a little to hear Saksena's words. Gopla started thinking hard. If he rebelled blatantly like a while ago, then defeat was on his side. He had to spy on what step Astapura would take.

Gopal and Saksena have collaborated to spread pests on crops in Astapura plantations. Astapura scholars cannot develop new drug discoveries if the quality of the main ingredients of the medicines is very poor.

Gopal looked at Saksena who was again running the pawn. Saksena is one of the opponents that Gopal must be aware of, because Saksena also works for King Sri Narendra. Working on two legs, a saying used at that time when there was one party who worked for the friend or opponent.

The Suballa kingdom escaped the violence of war because it held negotiations with Astapura. Saksena submitted to Sri Narendra and recognized the sovereignty of Astapura over Suballa. Instead, Saksena became an ally and spy for Astapura.

Gopal had no choice but to work with Saksena. His witness is unlikely to help him any longer, Gopal also thinks of other allies to

Gopal would not allow any kingdom to take control of Indrajaya. As long as Gopal lives, as long as Indrajaya must remain strong.

“I will ask my people to find out about Siddarth”'s wife Saksena said as she read Gopal's facial features.

Gopal agreed with Saksena's idea. Who knew there was important information that Gopal could dig up from the woman.

“Uncle Saksena” said Govinda son Gopal ran to hug Saksena.

“Hai hotshot uncle, what did you learn today” asked Saksena to Govinda.

“I learned to ride. Teacher says, if I am good at riding I will be trained in archery” said Govinda ceria.

Govinda, the only son of Gopal, is now ten years old. Govinda was very close to Saksena. Gopal needs to rethink the plan to get rid of Saksena once his goal is achieved.

“Uncle, teach me to also play chess” Govinda said while sitting on Saksena's lap.

“Akan uncle teach after you are proficient in horse riding, archery, and using the sword. Chess game will perfect all the techniques you learn” said Saksena cradled Govinda.

“Okay uncle, I will be diligent in training so that soon taught how to play chess”

Gopal stared at the interaction of Saksena and her son.

Gopal's mind was agitated, they were too close.

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