JAYABAYA: The Journey of Being a Legend
The Heart of Pandan Wangi

"What are the conditions, Prince Nakmas? Quickly say, don't make this biyung mu curious" said Queen Dyah Chandrakirana who can't wait for an answer from the son. His words seemed to represent the feelings of everyone who was in that place.

"Sabar first Kanjeng Biyung, there is something I must ask first to Kanjeng Romo Prabu Bameswara.

Kanjeng Romo Prabu, did Father Prabu hear about the political upheaval in Paguhan that led to the change of leadership there?", Jaka Umbaran aka Mapanji Jayabaya immediately turned towards his beloved father.

"Of course I know, none of it escaped my attention Prince Nakmas.

Then why is this you ask? Does it have anything to do with the conditions you requested?", asked Prabu Bameswara immediately.

"Kanjeng Romo Prabu was very observant to see the direction of my conversation.

This is the story of Kanjeng Romo. The present new ruler of the Duchy of Paguhan, Duke of Prabhaswara, was indeed entitled to the throne of the Duchy of Paguhan as he was the only surviving son of Duke Lokananta. While the Duke of Lokawijaya who had just been overthrown was only the illegitimate child of the Duke of Lokananta's wife who cheated with Patih Pandusena. Please Kanjeng Romo Prabu Bameswara wisely responded to this.

While my condition for receiving this gift is that I want to ask for the daughter of Dewi Rengganis from the Duke of Prabhaswara in accordance with my promise to her when leaving Dewi Rengganis in Paguhan the other day. I don't want to be someone who doesn't keep promises.

If this condition is accepted, I will be very happy to receive this prize but if this condition cannot be accepted, sorry if I am forced to refuse. Now it is up to Nimas Dyah Pandan Wangi", said Jaka Umbaran while sighing to end the story as well as the conditions that must be done by the Duchy of Lewa Palace. Everyone's eyes were immediately fixed on Dyah Pandan Wangi who sat down beside the Duke of Wangsakerta.

"Pandan Fragrance, what do you think?

Romo can only hope that you can be wise in deciding your own fate" said Duke Wangsakerta soon. Hearing the question, Dyah Pandan Wangi gracefully paid his respects to Prabu Bameswara before speaking.

"If that is the absolute condition of Gusti Pangeran Mapanji Jayabaya, Pandan Wangi does not mind.

Being a child has a duty to raise the dignity of the family. If this road is the best way for the family of the Duchy of Lewa, then Pandan Wangi is ready to do it ", hearing Dyah Pandan Wangi's answer, the Duke of Wangsakerta immediately sighed in relief while smiling widely. However, it can be different with the Panjalu Royal family is the dream of every regional head because by establishing family ties with Kotaraja Daha Palace, Kotaraja, then their degrees will certainly rise and be respected by other state officials. This is a pride for Duke Wangsakerta.

"Then, please immediately ask Gusti Prabu Bameswara to invite the new Duke of Paguhan to Kotaraja Daha Palace to hold a wedding between Gusti Prince Mapanji Jayabaya and the daughter of Paguhan.

On the same day, Gusti Prince also had to marry the servant's daughter as a proof of his current promise. Isn't that so, Gusti Prabu?", said Duke Wangsakerta while smiling meaningfully.

"Yes, of course the Duke of Lewa...

Tomorrow morning, I'm going home to Kotaraja Daha. Arriving there, I will send a subordinate to call the Duke of Paguhan following his daughter. At the same time, you also have to come with my future daughter-in-law" replied Panji Tejo Laksono aka Prabu Bameswara who was immediately greeted with a big smile from everyone.

After this event was completed, the Duke of Wangsakerta immediately drove the Kotaraja Daha Palace group to the guest hall of honor provided for the group's overnight stay. A magnificent building built near the sari keraton garden, looks solidly standing. It was there that Prabu Bameswara's party spent the night.

Time continues to roll non-stop, as if not tired of retracing the changing times. Evening changed twilight and dusk was soon replaced with a dark and cold night. The breeze that blows from the slopes of Mount Lawu, becomes the shade of every human being who is being struck by romance.

Since their marriage agreement was declared, Dyah Pandan Wangi kept thinking about the man who would be his life companion. During the big banquet at the palace boga Duchy of Lewa, the sekar kedaton Palace Duchy of Lewa continues to repeatedly steal a glance towards the future husband. The handsome and handsome man also occasionally replied to the glances of Dyah Pandan Wangi's eyes until their eyes clashed.

Every contest of sight in the eye glances that only lasted a few moments, the heartbeat of the beautiful woman became firmer. There was a strange swish that he had never felt before when he saw the figure of any man. And this greatly makes the princess feel sad.

"What's up with Gusti Putri? From earlier I noticed the kog like restless so?", asked Pariti, a caregiver of Dyah Pandan Wangi who has served for decades in the Duchy of Lewa Palace. The middle-aged woman was seen kneading the legs of Dyah Pandan Wangi who was leaning on the support pole of her sleeping bed.

"I'm confused about myself, Aunt Pariti..

My thoughts continue to be glued to the figure of Gusti Prince Mapanji Jayabaya. Every eye I want to close, his figure is always present in my head. What's wrong with me? Though this is the first time I met her" said Dyah Pandan Wangi while staring at meu towards the caretaker's embrace.

"The Princess is an adult, so it's only natural to feel something like that. Everyone must have experienced it. It was love at first sight", Pariti smiled meaningfully.

"That means how the hell is Auntie? I don't understand at all", said Dyah Pandan Wangi.

"Yes the name of the journey of life, will surely find the mooring of the heart to Gusti.. Gusti Putri will feel comfortable if there is nearby, do not want to separate even for a while also always want to devote themselves to that person, that is called the love Gusti Putri..

Everyone will feel it. There are those who fail to live it, there are also those who succeed and live happily with the idol. Gusti Princess is one of the lucky people, wong her future husband is a handsome prince. The crown prince. I am sure that Gusti Putri will be happy with Gusti Pangeran Mapanji Jayabaya", said the wise Pariti with a meaningful smile.

How do I have to accept the harsh reality and be able to live happily?", Dyah Pandan Wangi let out a long sigh.

"The key is only two, Gusti Putri. Be sincere and patient. If Gusti Putri can run both, I am sure that happiness will be the property of Gusti Putri Dyah Pandan Wangi", approaching the wise advice of Pariti her caregiver, her caregiver, a wide smile was engraved on the beautiful face of Dyah Pandan Wangi. He is increasingly convinced by the feelings of his love which has now been tethered to the Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Panjalu.

The night continues to move towards the end. Towards the morning arrived, heavy rain suddenly flushed the area of the Duchy of Lewa. The rainy season that began to come, making the entire region of the Kingdom of Panjalu often heavy rain.

Until the morning arrived, heavy rain still had no sign of abating, as if to spill the entire sky into the area between the two legs of this towering mountain.

Resi Simharaja continued to look at the rain from under the roof of the portico where he spent the night. The burly middle-aged man immediately frowned deeply when he saw Gendol enter the foyer while carrying a banana leaf as an umbrella. This big tall man immediately shook his clothes that were wet with rain.

"Main the rain of Ndol? Your childhood is less happy?", chirped Resi Simharaja who immediately made Gendol glare at him.

"Main your haveless rain, Old Tiger!!

If there is no order from Ndoro Pendekar, eh meaning Gusti Prince Mapanji Jayabaya, where might I want to come running around in the midst of the rush of rain like this? It's delicious" said Gendol while continuing to nag incoherently.

"What is the command of Gusti Pangeran, Ndol?", asked Resi Simharaja immediately.

"You know the other man's business..

Just get ready, after the rain has subsided, we leave for Kotaraja Daha", after saying so, Gendol immediately steps away towards the passage that leads to the back. Shortly after, he disappeared behind the door.

"Basic freak...."

Towards the time a piece of sun rose in the eastern sky, this heavy rain subsided and before long, the morning sun appeared to shine illuminating the entire earth. Although not as bright as usual, it is enough to warm the air around the Duchy of Lewa City. Although a lot of water is still stagnant in some places, but it does not prevent the intention of Prabu Bameswara and Queen Dyah Chandrakirana to immediately return to the Kotaraja Daha Palace.

Their departure towards Daha was escorted by Dyah Pandan Wangi and the extended family of Duke Wangsakerta to the palace gate. Mantri Narmada and Tumenggung Ugrasena were also in charge of escorting the king's entourage, replacing Akuwu Mpu Winarka. A total of 100 selected soldiers were used as bodyguards for the group to Kotaraja Daha.

Dyah Pandan Wangi continued to look towards the group that was moving towards the east. He continued to wait for them until they disappeared behind the crowded streets of the Duchy of Lewa City.

"Patience a moment, Pandan Wangi..

I am sure, one day you will be the mother of the successor to the throne of the Kingdom of Panjalu. The great success of our family depends on you", said Duke Wangsakerta while patting the shoulder of his most beautiful daughter with a big smile. Dyah Pandan Wangi just nodded without speaking a word.

After leaving the Duchy of Lewa, Prabu Bameswara's entourage moved towards the Duchy of Anjuk Ladang located east of the Duchy of Lewa. The appearance of the entourage consisting of these soldiers suddenly attracted the attention of the residents along the road they passed. Everyone respected the group because they saw the emblem of Kotaraja Daha Palace displayed clearly on the flag carried by the front soldier.

After almost half a day of long trekking, passing dozens of wanua and pakuwon in the Duchy of Lewa, the group entered the territory of the Duchy of Anjuk Ladang. A tall looking hill towered into the sky with lush green trees, plastered in front.

But at the foot of this towering hill, an unusual sight was taking place. Hundreds of people dressed in jet white and black were seen busy fighting each other. Even some of the old men who seemed to be the leaders of the two large groups were in a meeting. Of course this made their journey stop instantly.

Jaka Umbaran who did not take part in the horse carriage that was boarded by Prabu Bameswara and Ratu Dyah Chandrakirana and chose to ride his horse, which was riding, immediately hit the back of his horse mount and then darted quickly towards the fierce fight between the two large groups while smashing his right hand footprint.

Whhhuuuuutttthu...

Mmmmmmmmmmmm!!!

The leaders of the two large groups who saw the attack coming, directly away from their respective opponents until the fierce fight was stopped instantly. They immediately turned to look at Jaka Umbaran who jumped down towards them followed by Gendol, Besur, Baratwaja and Resi Simharaja.

While staring intently at them, Jaka Umbaran immediately asked,

"What are you guys doing?!"