The Javanese Land Swordsman
Ngebel Lake
Very beautiful countryside view. Through the window, trees move past.
The clouds are moving following the sun. Despite the glare, they did not feel so hot there. This was the mountain air they had not yet felt.
Durian hanging on some trees. Not a few also do buying and selling fruit that is again the current season.
Cciiit...!
Their car stopped at a restaurant. The place is very simple in the countryside. On the other hand, there was a huge lake in front of the house.
Maybe because it is not the holiday season, the place to eat is empty of visitors. There were only a few people who were relaxing or eating there.
“What message do you want?” ask Wira.
But everyone answers whatever they want. So did Fatim who also participated in the two teenagers.
Bima, Fatim, and Laras immediately sat on the dining bench. Patih Wira ordered.
“Excuse me mom..! Want to order food.”
“What message mas?” ask the shopkeeper.
“Is there any typical food suitable for travelers like us?”
“Hhhmmm if that's the case. I suggest Pecel Fish Mujair, the fish is directly caught from the lake in front there.”.
“Then, four servings of Mujair Fish Pecel and four iced teas.”
“Ready, please wait a minute.”
The hero returned and sat down beside Bima. They then chatted the foyer waiting for their food to come.
“What do you think?” tanya Wira while looking towards the lake.
“Antracious!”
“Good place for a picnic.”
“It looks like it was fun.”
They agree with the beauty of the waters. Their dining place is also very suitable if you want to enjoy the view of the lake.
“We will be there later,” said Wira.
“Eh why.?” ask Bima.
“Sisa-sia not when passing this opportunity?”
“Four pecel and iced tea.. Sorry waiting.!” the shopkeeper brought two trays containing orders.
While the order was being shared, Wira asked the shopkeeper's mother :
“Is the lake there still open?”
“Still, although now empty of visitors because it is not the holiday season.”
“So yes.. Thanks.”
“Sama-sama,” then the shopkeeper's mother left.
Shortly before they started eating, the hero said again :
“By the way, I remember the Pandavas with Kaurawa while eating together, what if we try to do it now?”
“I refused,” said Laras who was in front of Bima.
“What's wrong with that?” ask Bima.
“Let Fatim explain,” Fatim raise his hand.
“You even defeated SD child,” Laras laughs small.
“Sorry only yes.” Bima was acting upset.
After they calmed down, Fatim explained :
“It used to be held a big banquet when Pandawa and Kaurawa were young, then to familiarize each other, Bisma told them to eat without bending the elbow.”
“Without bending elbow..?” mummified Bima.
“What do you think? What will they do?” ask Wira.
Bima thought while looking at everything. Trying to pick up the keywords that Fatim had spoken. 'mutual familiarize' that's what he got. So, why did Laras refuse?
“Akrab.. done when eating. without bending the elbow,” muttered Bima while imagining a hand that moves without bending the elbow.
A few moments later, Bima also knew the answer. Then he smiled a grin staring at Laras.
“Now.”
Later then...
“Happy meal!”
Following ethics while eating, they did not speak at all. But without a word, their expression can be guessed that the food eaten is very tasty.
Slurr...
Glucose... Glucose...
“Gwaaahh...! Steady bye.” Bima put the glass back.
“Haahh hhaahh fuu haahh.!” Fatim waved his hand in front of his pungent mouth.
“Do not force yourself, if Fatim is not strong spicy, set aside aja sambalnya,” Laras try to calm him.
While the heroes went to pay for their orders. After that, he went back to the others.
“Mumpung here, we will go visit the lake, count-count change atmosphere.”
Bima, Fatim, and Laras just agree with the words of the Hero. Then they got back in the car.
Just a few minutes they had reached the entrance of the lake environment. After parking the car, the four of them immediately searched for beautiful places and took some photos.
The waters are very calm and soothing. Some fishing boats operate to find fish. They are happy when they are making a living for their family.
“You enjoy the surrounding environment first, I have some business,” Wira said while leaving others.
Fatim waved his hand while playing around on the edge of the lake. Accompanied by Laras, the two of them just play without getting soaked.
Then Laras walked towards Bima who was staring into the deep sea. Baras then said :
“Bima, Have you ever heard about the story on this lake?”
“What do you mean, Baras?”
“Telaga Ngabel, it is said there is a giant dragon living here, fishermen used to see it, the creature they call with Baru Klinting.”
“Does he include dedemit?”
“Not, you could say the creature is a figure of a magical animal that has lived a long time here.”
“Then, what's the problem? Does he also disturb humans?”
“That's him! Lately many accidents have occurred at the power plant site, it is likely that Patih Wira is investigating this.”
“Then I...”
“Where are you.?”
“I'll catch up with Patih Wira.!” Bima walked away from Laras and Fatim.
“Mas Bima, where are you going?” ask Fatim.
“Mas Bima is just looking for the wind... It's okay, play ama Mbak Laras only yes!”
“Alright!”
.....
Passing through the piled rocks, Bima slowly moved carefully. Then he entered a place surrounded by trees.
Bima walked down the direction he believed. Following his natural instincts, he finally heard a strange scream.
Khwaah...
Slowly Bima walked by sagging. He glanced to and fro to notice the situation. Then he saw Patih Wira.
Slowly behind the tree Bima peeked. She faintly saw the monster figure in front of the Hero. The distance that was far enough made his view not so clear.
Then Bima walked over carefully. He thinks there's some kind of trap here. But nothing at all, until he got near the Hero.
Finally, Bima could see clearly. A creature shaped like a giant eel was looking at Wira.
The figure had a shape identical to the body pattern like a snake, but the bottom scales were golden in color. While the head is like a dragon with a crown and a golden bell that coats.
But there's a strange part. The head from the right to the bottom has serious visible wounds.
“Why are you bothering me again, man?”
“I'm sorry about that, I just want to have a little talk with you, legendary animal Telaga Ngebel, New Klinting.”