The Fighter
Chapter 430 Choice and Heavy Duty
The Laksa kingdom
Chakra Ashanka and Bahdra Arsyanendra have been carrying out royal duties by working with each other. This raises bright expectations from the devices and royal courtiers. The image of a king and a patih, who rarely jump directly into the operational activities of the kingdom, is very contrary to what they see and are in front of them. From early morning until almost midnight, the two young men non-stop calling and asking for reports from the subordinates. Some of the retainers and devices who have great hopes for the kingdom, they are very happy and welcome it. However. the devices of the remnants of the previous king, they feel they do not have space and rest time.
"Pull home all the soldiers on the war line. There would be no benefit to them, except to bring only oppression to the society. It is time for us this time to improve, to reorganize the royal order that is far from the leadership of the king and the courtiers, which can bring peace and prosperity to the people of this kingdom." the voice of Ashanka Chakra is heard echoing at the venue of the meeting of all devices.
The courtiers were surprised to hear the courage of the young man, who was too brave to seize the speech rights of King Logandheng. But their bad thoughts instantly collapsed, seeing the reaction shown by King Bhadra Arsyanenda. The young king, seen just throwing a smile at everyone present at the performance. Not one bit, the reaction face objected to hearing the words of the Ashanka Chakra.
"But if all were drawn to the royal city, would it not jeopardize the border position of Kanjeng Patih kingdom. Expectantly.. Kanjeng Patih is careful with orders or statements issued. As for the commandments, orders, statements at times like this are conveyed by Kanjeng SInuhun.." One of the retainers cuts the words of the Ashanka Chakra.
All those at the performance were surprised to see the bravery of the retainer, and turned their eyes towards the talking retainer. But unexpectedly, there is not the slightest visible ripple of anger or resentment in the Ashanka Chakra. The youngster kept smiling and looked towards the retainer who had already dared to express his opinion.
"How long have you been sitting as a royal courtier, so as to swallow raw everything I say. Withdrawals are huge, but there is still a need for security at each border by a small group of our people. In my opinion, because in addition to getting complaints and reports from the people, where many royal soldiers who actually enjoy their position while on the border. Several times, I also had time to see it for myself." Chakra Ashanka responded to the words of the retainer under her.
"I mean the Patih Kanjeng..?" the retainer who asked felt confused.
"Huh.. plundering, asking for special services from the citizens of the community around where they are, even not infrequently plundering or coercion on girls is very common and done. Although it was not always done by all the soldiers, but almost most of them did. Are my words wrong.." Chakra Ashanka reiterated his statement,
The royal courtier was surprised, as the courtier often traveled to visit the soldiers, the man knew exactly what was happening at the border, or when they entered into another kingdom. For them, what they do is an entertainment to reduce tension. But they never thought about the impact going on behind them.
"Remember the royal courtiers all of them.. Never doubt or refute the words of Patih Chakra Ashanka. All the words he spoke were orders to me. To anyone, who dares to ignore or even make an action to bring him down, then I myself will give you a reprimand, or even a punishment.." hearing the small commotion ahead, I said, suddenly King Bhadra Arsyanendra confirms Ashanka's Chakra statement.
"Well.sendiko Kanjeng Prabu.." finally all the retainers agreed on what was said by the Royal Patih,
The people who attended the meeting, finally divided themselves and formed a small group to carry on the orders delivered by their royal patih. King Bhadra Arsyanendra smiled at the Ashanka chakra, then invited the royal Patih to come out of the event.
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King Bhadra Arsyanendra and Chakra Ashanka were seen sitting enjoying a hot ginger drink, accompanied by some snacks served by the Kraton cook. The two often did those little things, trying to calm the mind by talking together as a friend, rather than as a king and royal coach.
"How do you plan ahead kang Ashan.honestly kang, I myself already feel bored with what I face every day. This position as king is like charming me. Make a fence that borders me with the world of freedom.." Bhadra Arsyanendra complained to the young man sitting in front of him.
"Huh.. Bhadra.. You who are born of royal descent only, always complain like this in front of me. Do you not think..how about me..? From birth, my family always gave me freedom for us, and we lived in a free environment, not even rarely we were in the forest. This time, however, only a few days and weeks were in this kingdom.." Chakra Ashanka stopped her words. In his heart, it was like someone was forbidding to continue those words. Everything that happened in his current life, he believed as a decree, a destiny of Hyang Widhi.
"Yes Kang Ashan. But indeed we have to go through it, and without you I will not be able to do anything." with a wry smile, Bhadra Arsyanendra finally tried to make peace with the kingdom.
The two youngsters looked bright, it was unclear what was currently on their minds. It was as if a heavy burden had fallen on the shoulders of the two of them. Even they seemed unaware, when Sekar Ratih and Ayodya Putri were walking towards them.
"Nimas Ratih. whether we will still go to the Ashan kang.. Look... It looks like King Bhadra Arsyanendra is having an important conversation with Kang Ashan..?" Ayodya Putri stopped her steps, the girl felt hesitant to meet Chakra Ashanka, she said,
"If not.. would you like, just stand in this place, or return to the captain's house Nimas Putri..?" Sekar Ratih asked the girl beside him.
Ayodya Putri shook her head as her eyes looked at the two young people who were laughing. Sekar Ratih smiled, then placed his hand on the shoulder of Princess Ayodya, and,.
"Let's go to them.. Have you forgotten how they both are. There will be no way Kang Ashan or King Bhadra will bring royal problems to this palace. They're talking like friends and friends." Sekar Ratih walked first, leaving Princess Ayodya.
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