The Return of the Fire Dragon Swordsman
A Pair of Demon Head Cutters

"Kangmas Tejo Laksono know where?", asked Panji Manggala Seta curious.

From that moment he did not feel the radiance of energy in the Goddess Setyawati when the woman was nearby. His behavior does not look like a female swordsman in general who is dexterous and prenginas, even tend to be soft and smooth like the son of a noble.

Panji Tejo Laksono immediately smiled faintly at the question of his other sister's mother.

"You still have much to learn, Dhimas Manggala Seta. Even if she tried to cover up the deep radiance she had and barely managed to make her appearance as a perfect noble daughter, it was useless to me at all.

I could feel a deep burst of energy seeping out of his eyes as he glanced at you earlier. Although short, I know that she is a female swordsman like Luh Jingga and Kirana" said Panji Tejo Laksono.

Mmmmmm...

"I still can't believe your words with Kangmas Tejo Laksono.

Let me test him later", replied Panji Manggala Seta immediately. Panji Tejo Laksono has not had time to respond to the words of his sister, Akuwu Setyaka invite all his guests to enjoy the various dishes that have been served to them.

When the food was almost finished in the meal, the palace ladies came back again with a tray containing various types of drinks for the guests of honor Pakuwon Watugaluh. One who participated in the work was Goddess Setyawati and Goddess Setyaningrum. The two daughters of Akuwu Setyaka brought a tray before Panji Tejo Laksono, Panji Manggala Seta and Mapanji Jayagiri as well as Luh Jingga and Dyah Kirana.

Like accidentally, suddenly the chicken bones on the plate eating Panji Manggala Seta darted quickly towards the tray held by Goddess Setyawati.

Cttass..

The tray that contained several cups and a siddhu joint was also yawning and almost spilled. But at high speed, Goddess Setyawati immediately rearranged her jug and cup. The sight was caught off guard by the eyes of these three young princes from Kadiri.

After successfully overcoming a small accident on the tray he held, the beautiful eyes of the woman immediately glanced sharply towards the three young princes as if looking for who the perpetrator who wanted to harm him but with a compact Panji Tejo Laksono, as if looking for who did it, Panji Manggala Seta and Mapanji Jayagiri turned in the other direction as if he was watching something while whistling.

Goddess Setyawati let out a cold snort seeing the actions of the three of them and resumed her duties to serve siddhu to the three people.

After Goddess Setyawati completed her duties, the beautiful woman immediately retreated from the place, returning to the palace of Pakuwon Watugaluh.

"Is it true what I said, Dhimas Manggala Seta?", Panji Tejo Laksono said with a faint smile.

"You are amazing, Kangmas Tejo Laksono. You can guess right and right. I have a lot to learn from you" Panji Manggala Seta said immediately.

"Of course, Gusti Pangeran Manggala Seta..

Kangmas Prince Tejo Laksono is even able to feel something that cannot be seen by the eye within 20 fathoms in the dark of night. While in China, he was able to feel the movement of the enemy even in complete darkness and a considerable distance", said Luh Jingga who had not voiced.

"Wah deserved Kangmbok Luh Jingga..

When fighting the shaman of black magic in Wanua Ranja yesterday, Gusti Pangeran Panji Tejo Laksono had no trouble fighting the demons of prey even though the moonlight was only dim", said Dyah Kirana immediately.

"Hehehehe my brother is indeed versatile. Let alone fighting the subtle creatures, subjugating his fierce wives he is capable of kog", chirps Mapanji Jayagiri who immediately made Luh Jingga and Dyah Kirana glared wide in his direction while Panji Tejo Laksono just a smile.

After finishing the banquet, Akuwu Setyaka approached the three of them.

"Gusti Prince of threes..

If allowed, I want to leave my son to become a Panjalu warrior. It would be an honor for Pakuwon Watugaluh if only the son of Raden Setyadharma's servant could become one of Gusti Prince Tiga's aides in the future", said Akuwu Setyaka while respecting the three of them with hope.

"For now, Kotaraja Daha Palace is indeed lacking people after the death of Uncle Senopati Agung Narapraja and several officers. But to determine whether or not your son can enter the Panjalu army, only Kanjeng Romo Prabu Jayengrana himself has the right to determine, Ki Kuwu", said Panji Tejo Laksono firmly.

A disappointed look was immediately seen on the old face of Akuwu Setyaka.

Panji Tejo Laksono immediately smiled faintly to see the change in facial water of the regional leader Pakuwon Watugaluh.

"Ah but don't worry Ki Kuwu. I will continue to propose what your hopes are for Kanjeng Romo Prabu Jayengrana.

For now, the one who needs help is Dhimas Manggala Seta", hearing the words of Panji Tejo Laksono, Panji Manggala Seta immediately turned towards the eldest brother.

"Kog I'm Kangmas Tejo Laksono?"

"Yes you are Dhimas Manggala Seta. Don't you need help from a woman to help you concoct medicine for Panjalu's army?", Panji Tejo Laksono blinked one eye at Panji Manggala Seta.

Panji Manggala Seta has not had time to answer the words of his brother, Akuwu Setyaka who is happy to hear the words of Panji Tejo Laksono immediately said, "Then, Setyawati can be an option for Gusti's maid Prince Panji Manggala Seta".

"May be that too, Akuwu Setyaka..

Don't wait any longer, we'll be leaving for Kotaraja Daha soon. You should immediately prepare the necessary items of Goddess Setyawati to come with us. If it is too late, someone else will take his place" Panji Tejo Laksono said with a smile.

"Immediately I prepared Gusti Pangeran Panji Tejo Laksono. Thank you for the opportunity", Akuwu Setyaka immediately saluted before rushing to the inner palace of Pakuwon Watugaluh.

Panji Manggala Seta is still gawking at the actions of his oldest brother while Mapanji Jayagiri immediately shook his head.

"You're really good at tact, Kangmas Tejo Laksono. Akuwu Setyaka voluntarily gave his daughter to become Dhimas Manggala Seta's maid.

I salute you" said Mapanji Jayagiri with a deep smile.

"Hehehehe was his name, Dhimas Jayagiri.

Well Dhimas Manggala Seta, use this opportunity to get the heart of Goddess Setyawati. I've paved the way for you, you must not waste it", Panji Tejo Laksono patted his sister's shoulder before stepping outside Pakuwon Watugaluh's pisowan hall. Luh Jingga and Dyah Kirana followed in the footsteps of the young prince followed by Mapanji Jayagiri.

Panji Manggala Seta who was still in disbelief saw what was happening in front of her eyes, immediately realized. While shouting out loud, he ran after his brothers.

"Kangmas Tejo, Jayagiri Kangmas..

Wait for me.."

Panjalu's army led by Panji Tejo Laksono left the palace of Pakuwon Watugaluh after the leader thanked the Akuwu Watugaluh for the banquet given to them.

Now in this troop increased one more person, namely Goddess Setyawati who sat a horse carriage with Luh Jingga and Dyah Kirana. The three of them immediately became familiar with each other.

While staring at the passing of the soldiers of Panjalu, Akuwu Setyaka rubbed a speck of tears that appeared in the corner of his eyes. The Blue Arbor Goddess smiled faintly looking at it all.

"Just pray that Setyawati will be able to give honor to Pakuwon Watugaluh, Kangmas Akuwu", said Dewi Tunjung Biru while holding tightly the hand of the ruler of this area. The two continued to look towards the Panjalu troop until they disappeared from sight.

After passing dozens of Wanua and Pakuwon Kunjang and Kadri, the Panjalu army led by Panji Tejo Laksono entered Kotaraja Daha. The news of their victory to drive out the Jenggala soldiers made the residents of Kotaraja Daha immediately pay their respects by pulling over on the side of the highway as their way to the Katang-katang Palace.

Among the residents of Kotaraja Daha, two old men who were sitting by the window of a restaurant that was quite crowded stared at the group.

"Servant, come here!", said one of the old grandfathers. A servant in shabby yet clean clothes immediately approached them.

"Yes Kisanak..

What else can I help you? Want to add more roasted chicken?", asked the waiter of the restaurant in a friendly manner.

"While enough. I'd like to ask. You know the young men on horseback leading the Panjalu army?", one of the old geezers pointed towards Panji Tejo Laksono, who was the leader of the Panji, Mapanji Jayagiri and Panji Manggala Seta are riding the front.

"Of course, Kisanak. The three of them are the sons of Gusti Prabu Jayengrana. The one wearing the dark blue shirt with no arms and the most dashing is Gusti Prince Panji Tejo Laksono, the strongest candidate to become the next Yuwaraja Panjalu.

While the one who wears white clothes is Gusti Prince Panji Manggala Seta. If the one who wears greenish clothes is Gusti Prince Mapanji Jayagiri.

Memangnya kenapa Kisanak?", si pelayan rumah makan itu menatap kedua orang kakek tua itu bergantian.

"Just asking. It's a gift for you. Now go, let us finish our lunch" said one of the fat-bodied old geezers, holding out a piece of silver to the servant.

The eyes of the butler of the restaurant instantly widened as soon as he saw the silver flap in his hand. He hurriedly thanked them and hurried to leave their table, afraid that the two old men would change their minds and take back the gift he received.

"How is Kakang Mpu Wikrama? We're gonna take him down right now? My hands are already itching to hold my Water Devil's Gauge" said a slightly younger grandfather compared to the other old man.

"Don't be stupid, Adhi Mpu Saranjana. Although we can finish the life of Panji Tejo Laksono, not necessarily we can escape the siege of the Panjalu soldiers who number tens of thousands of people.

We have to find the right time to do the task given by the main leader", said the old man who was called by the name of Mpu Wikrama while grunting coldly staring at Panji Tejo Laksono who was riding not far from where he was.

'Just enjoy your time, Panji Tejo Laksono. Tomorrow or the day after, we'll behead you, Mpu Wikrama's inner head while tightly grasping the handle of a large axe wrapped in black cloth.

The two old geezers continued to stare intently at Panji Tejo Laksono and the Panjalu troop that continued to move towards the middle of Kotaraja Daha.

The two old grandfathers were indeed given the task of taking the life of Panji Tejo Laksono. After traveling for almost two days and two nights without stopping, they finally arrived at Kotaraja Daha and finally they met the person they were looking for. They were the envoys of the Golden Masked Angel the main leader of the Blood Crescent Group.

A Pair of Demon Head Cutters.