The Return of the Fire Dragon Swordsman
Prejudice

The two middle-aged men who were engrossed in conversation immediately turned their heads towards Ki Ranggu. The Bawor's eyes immediately looked at Ki Ranggu's entire appearance. From his makeup alone it was seen that the person who asked him was a swordsman.

"Of course, Kisanak..

This is the story of the mouths of the palace ladies of the Duchy of Rajapura who saw the incident firsthand. I also had time to see the ruins of Pendopo Agung which were damaged by a powerful explosion. It was enough to corroborate that the story of the palace lady did not lie", replied Si Bawor as he looked towards Ki Ranggu who was smiling mockingly towards her.

"Helehh, you're really lacking in experience..

Don't you know of any black powder objects from China that can blow up mountains yet? I heard from the people's words, Prince Panji Tejo Laksono just returned from China. Surely he brought the bastard to blow up the grand pendopo so that everyone was afraid of him and obey his will", replied Ki Ranggu aka Ivory Swordsman from the South Coast with a mocking smile.

"But many people witnessed the event and all the soldiers there also saw. He did not use any tools to blow up the grand pendopo", defending Bawor fiercely.

"He is a powerful man. It must be smart to use all the tricks to make it look great, Kisanak..

It could be that he told others to blow up the grand pendopo with black powder from China with him in style as if releasing the study of canuragan science. You don't want to be fooled by such trickery tactics", Ki Ranggu is still being overwhelmed by his talk.

"But the incident was like that.. All the soldiers were busy fighting on their own so it was impossible for anyone to make such a trick.

You seem to be so much better than him. Do you dare to test the authenticity of Gusti Prince Panji's martial skills Tejo Laksono he?", Ki Nomo came to talk after from earlier just listening to the debate between Bawor and Ki Ranggu.

"Huhhhhh who's afraid?

I am Ki Ranggu, Ivory Swordsman of the South Coast. Everyone in the coastal region south from Tanjung Kidul to Bhumi Mataram knows me as a swordsman choose a match. So why am I afraid to face a prince who uses cunning tricks to look great in the eyes of the people of Rajapura?", said Ki Ranggu haughtily.

Indeed Ki Ranggu is one of the white swordsmen who have a big name in the southern region, especially in the Tanjung Kidul area to Bhumi Mataram. His figure can be said to dominate the martial world in the region. Both friends and opponents also think again if you want to compete martial arts with him. The science of his sword is almost unparalleled which makes him able to be big in front of anyone. In addition, Ajian Pitu Mill and its flagship Geni Claw were able to make his opponent have to suffer severe internal injuries and even die horribly if hit. This is the reason why the chat Ki Nomo and Bawor immediately made him feel jealous of the big name pinned on Panji Tejo Laksono at his young age. He felt that he was the one who was more entitled to get flattery from everyone.

"It's so great that you're a kid, you're so happy..

If you are a great warrior, let's go to the palace of Rajapura to try out the martial skills of people you consider deceiving the residents of Rajapura City. I will face Bekel Lumadi who is my closest friend to present your challenge to Gusti Pangeran Panji Tejo Laksono ", said Bawor who began to grow angry with the haughty attitude of Ki Ranggu.

"Oh why not? You lead the way Kisanak, just go to Rajapura Palace. I can't wait to quickly unmask the perfect Prince Panji Tejo Laksono as a fake swordsman", Ki Ranggu stared intently at Bawor.

Bawor immediately put 2 pieces of silver on the dining table where he dined and rushed out of the food stall followed by Ki Nomo. Ki Ranggu and the main disciples of Padepokan Bukit Menjangan immediately followed the steps of the two middle-aged people towards the Duchy of Rajapura Palace.

Arriving there, Bawor immediately dyed to find the figure of Bekel Lumadi who is now assigned by Panji Tejo Laksono as the leader of the guard officers throughout the Duchy of Rajapura Palace. Upon seeing Bekel Lumadi lying under an acid tree near the gate of the Duchy of Rajapura Palace, Bawor immediately rushed towards Bekel Lumadi followed by Ki Ranggu, Ki Nomo and Wangsa.

"Eh Bekel Lumadi, I have a need with you. Let's get up", said Bawor immediately. Hearing that voice, Bekel Lumadi immediately sat on the wooden divan where her fall and stared towards Bawor, Ki Ranggu, Ki Nomo and Wangsa.

"What is this, Bawor?

Why did you suddenly come and bring your friend's friend here?", asked Bekel Lumadi while looking in wonder at Bawor.

"Look, Bekel Lumadi..

This is Ki Ranggu, a great swordsman from Paguhan. His nickname is Ivory Swordsman of the South Coast. He said he wanted to try out Gusti Pangeran Panji Tejo Laksono's martial skills. Now please tell this to Gusti Prince. Hurry there" said Bawor who made Bekel Lumadi's eyes bulged wide. How not, Patih Krendawahana whose magic is already very high beyond the canuragan ability of Duke Waramukti alone, must die at the hands of Panji Tejo Laksono. There are even people who want to challenge him. Really want to take lives, thought Bekel Lumadi.

"You sure you want to challenge Gusti Pangeran Panji Tejo Laksono, Kisanak?", Bekel Lumadi stared at Ki Ranggu from head to toe.

"What if I challenge him? Can't it? He may be a prince, but in the martial world the rank does not guarantee a person's martial ability" Ki Ranggu said arrogantly. The house that had just been silent, could only sigh heavily at the actions of his teacher's friend.

Panji Tejo Laksono was busy chatting with Tumenggung Ludaka, Tumenggung Rajegwesi and Tumenggung Sindupraja who were the oldest figures among them in the Duchy of Rajapura when Bekel Lumadi came to face. After worshiping, Bekel Lumadi immediately sat cross-legged on the floor of the guest hall of honor.

"Tumben are you facing me, Bekel Lumadi? Is there anything important?", asked Panji Tejo Laksono immediately.

"Please forgive Gusti Prince..

A swordsman named Ki Ranggu who holds the title of Ivory Swordsman from the South Coast came to try out Gusti Pangeran's martial skills. Now he is outside the walls of the palace" Bekel Lumadi said while paying respect to Panji Tejo Laksono.

"Sat!

Who would dare to challenge Nakmas Prince Panji Tejo Laksono? Lumadi showed me his way, let me teach him a lesson in manners ", said Tumenggung Sindupraja while standing from his seat.

"Patience was Uncle Sindupraja.. No need for an intervening Uncle, I still have enough guts to face that person. If until Uncle who fought pitting kanuragan, then what said Gayatri later? Now that uncle is sitting quietly here, let me see him ", Panji Tejo Laksono smiled broadly at his future father-in-law and uncle.

Although a little furious with the challenges faced by Panji Tejo Laksono, Tumenggung Sindupraja was forced to let his prospective ghost left the Duchy of Rajapura. Followed by Tumenggung Ludaka and Tumenggung Rajegwesi, Panji Tejo Laksono met Bawor, Ki Ranggu, Wangsa and Ki Nomo in front of the palace gate.

The arrival of Bekel Lumadi and Panji Tejo Laksono with his followers made Ki Ranggu look directly at the young prince. His eyes that were as sharp as the gaze of an eagle's eyes scoured the entire body of Panji Tejo Laksono. Once you see the state of Panji Tejo Laksono's body that does not look like a swordsman in general, the stronger the prejudice about the deceit carried out by the prince of Kadiri.

"Who wants to test my martial skills?", asked Panji Tejo Laksono as he spread his gaze towards Bawor and friends.

"I challenge you, Prince Panji Tejo Laksono. Ki Ranggu, the Ivory Swordsman from the South Coast", saying so, Ki Ranggu took a step forward in front of Panji Tejo Laksono.

Mmmmmm..

"His band there are great warriors who want to spread their wings to the Rajapura region.

Please start kisanak" said Panji Tejo Laksono while moving his left hand behind his waist while his right hand advanced with an open palm.

"Wait first..

If you lose, will your men not deploy all the soldiers to surround me?

This should be explained earlier. You see, many nobles who lost the fight always mobilize their soldiers to gang up on the warriors who humiliated him", Ki Ranggu said immediately.

Hearing those words, Panji Tejo Laksono smiled meaningfully.

"Kisanak, it is not the character of Panji Tejo Laksono to be such a coward. I dare guarantee you with my life, even Kanjeng Romo Prabu Jayengrana would do nothing to you if I lost against you.

Uncle Ludaka, Uncle Rajegwesi..

If until I lose against this Ivory Swordsman of the South Coast, you guys should never touch him. Do you understand?", Panji Tejo Laksono turned towards Tumenggung Ludaka and Tumenggung Rajegwesi. Hearing the orders of the young prince, the two high-ranking Panjalu soldiers immediately saluted politely to Panji Tejo Laksono as he said, "Sendiko dawuh Gusti Prince ".

After an answer from Tumenggung Ludaka and Tumenggung Rajegwesi, Panji Tejo Laksono turned his eyes back to Ki Ranggu who stood upright in front of him with his kanuragan science horses. With a wide smile, Panji Tejo Laksono said,

"Let's start kisanak!"