The Return of the Fire Dragon Swordsman
Rajahs Smaradahana

From the direction of the hermitage gate, a group of young hermits who were assigned to buy hermitage staples came. Some of the pedicures transporting their groceries in Pakuwon City Bandar were also behind him. After that the group of Panji Tejo Laksono and his friends tailed like the guards of this group of young brahmins.

Once near the main residence of the Penanggungan Mountain Hermitage, Nitisara who became the leader of these young brahmins immediately rushed to the Maharesi Yogiswara who stood waiting for their arrival.

"Please forgive Master..

Some of our brothers and sisters have been killed by robbers who want to take away our groceries. If there were no young swordsmen, we would all have been killed by their cruelty.

But unfortunately, our helper was actually injured in a sneaky attack from the robbers", reported Nitisara while bowing respectfully to Maharesi Yogiswara.

"I know that, Nitisara..

Now you set your groceries to the back shed. Get Ranjana and Manyura to help you. The business of your helpers, let me meet them myself" said Maharesi Yogiswara with a smile.

"I understand Guru", as soon as he finished his talk, Nitisara immediately bowed respectfully and passed from before the Maharesi Yogiswara. While the long-bearded man with some gray hair seems to grow among them it immediately rushed to the Panji Tejo Laksono and his friends who had just come down from their horses respectively.

"Welcome to Penanggungan Mountain Hermitage, Gusti Pangeran Panji Tejo Laksono.", said Maharesi Yogiswara with courtesy.

Shocked Panji Tejo Laksono, Dyah Kirana, Song Zhao Meng and Ki Jatmika heard that remark. They were amazed to hear the words of Maharesi Yogiswara who immediately mentioned the name of Panji Tejo Laksono following his great title.

"Thank you for the welcome, Maharesi..

Uhukkk...

Is it true that I am dealing with Maharesi Yogiswara, the holy dwija who always talks with the Gods in Kahyangan Suralaya?", replied Panji Tejo Laksono while respecting the old man.

"Ah that's just an exaggeration, Gusti Prince.

I Yogiswara is just a normal human being like most people in general. Sorry if I was too lazy. I just want to help Gusti Prince alone", after saying so Maharesi Yogiswara moved quickly around the body of Panji Tejo Laksono.

The old hermit's high speed of motion made him look to be several people at once. Each shadow of the Maharesi Yogiswara quickly took a few paths of blood on the young prince's body. Lastly he hit the left shoulder of Panji Tejo Laksono who had half a palm blackened by the attack of the Yellow Demon Female.

Dhaaaasshh...

Huuuoooggh!!!

The banner of Tejo Laksono instantly vomited fresh blood mixed with blackish blood. The lips of Panji Tejo Laksono who originally paled because of the demonic woman's poison attack are now back in red because the poison has been removed. The black scar on his left shoulder had also disappeared along with the lashing of Maharesi Yogiswara which forced the nested poison out through the mouth of the young prince.

"The Poison Site is a vile science. Too late, lives can be lost. Fortunately, Gusti Prince has a high internal energy so that the poison does not travel to the heart" said Maharesi Yogiswara who was standing in his place with a long sigh.

"Thank you for the help, Maharesi Yogiswara..

This good man will always remember me my whole life" Panji Tejo Laksono said as he bowed respectfully to the old hermit after wiping the remaining blood on his lips.

"This is karma, Gusti Prince. There's a reason there must be a consequence. You helped my students and I helped you get the poison out of your body. We all have no debts now", Maharesi Yogiswara smiled meaningfully.

"Let's go in.. I was very impolite, invited to talk without inviting into the house", said Maharesi Yogiswara.

They all immediately stepped into the main residence of the Penanggungan Mountain Hermitage. Some of the disciples who crossed paths with them, immediately saluted the dwija.

After they all sat together in the porch of the residence of Maharesi Yogiswara, some cantrik and Dewi Saraswati immediately served food and drinks for them. Maharesi Yogiswara introduced his wife and a young man among them as his son.

Once dusk began to disappear in the western sky, Goddess Saraswati immediately drove Song Zhao Meng and Dyah Kirana to the resting place that had been prepared for them. While Ki Jatmika was escorted by a disciple of Mount Penanggungan Hermitage to the guest hall. This is the wish of Maharesi Yogiswara who wants to talk to Panji Tejo Laksono.

"I know the arrival of Gusti Pangeran Panji Tejo Laksono to my place is not just want to meet me.

Now everything's gone. Just say what Gusti Pangeran wants to say", said Maharesi Yogiswara after only staying him and Panji Tejo Laksono face to face.

"It's not wrong if Eyang Buyut Goddess Orchid Moon told me to come here. Maharesi Yogiswara is a holy dwija who understood before being told.

This Maharesi, honestly I was curious about the words of Eyang Buyut Dewi Orchid Bulan about the year of Mahapralaya in Panjalu. That's the first one. The second I want to know who is the figure of the drop of Dewi Kamaratih said by Eyang Buyut Dewi Orchid Bulan as my true partner who will later bring down the kings of Panjalu next. Please enlightenment, Maharesi", Panji Tejo Laksono looked at the quiet face of the Holy Dwija with hope.

Mmmmmm...

There was a long breath of Maharesi Yogiswara. The old hermit stroked his long beard before speaking.

"Begini Gusti Pangeran Panji Tejo Laksono..

For the first thing, the Mahapralaya year in Panjalu with the Dwi Agni Wuk Sujanma sengkala means two clever people who bring fire. That means that the big pralaya will be based on two clever people among the nayaka king of Panjalu itself. In that same year, Sanghyang Vishnu will be oncat from Arcapada. You certainly know who the incarnation of Lord Vishnu at this time is not it? No matter how great the science of magic he had, he could not avoid the destiny of the Gods", the words of Maharesi Yogiswara immediately made Panji Tejo Laksono pensive for a moment.

"When great chaos ensues, you will crush all the rioters and restore peace to the Kingdom of Panjalu.

So from now on you should prepare yourself as best as possible to face all possibilities by increasing your own abilities", said Maharesi Yogiswara with a faint smile.

"Is my martial ability still insufficient to fulfill the divine destiny, Maharesi?", asked Panji Tejo Laksono immediately.

"When that mahapralaya happens, there will be some swordsmen choose a match that will be a stumbling block for you, Gusti Prince. Right now you've had enough to protect yourself, but what about your wives, your relatives, your children and your followers? Are you going to let them desperately fight without your help? Of course not?", eyes as old as Maharesi Yogiswara staring at the handsome face of Panji Tejo Laksono.

"What should I do to protect all those who support me, Maharesi? Do I have to study again?", a million questions flashed through the young prince's head.

I'm going to drop one final lesson that might help you a little to deal with problems later. Now it's time.. Follow my steps Gusti Pangeran.", after saying so Maharesi Yogiswara immediately flashed rapidly towards the top of Mount Penanggungan. Panji Tejo Laksono immediately pursued the movement of Maharesi Yogiswara.

Two black shadows move like flying in the lush trees on the slopes of Mount Penanggungan. In just a few breaths, both of them had already reached the top of the mountain. The cold chill slowly felt bone-chilling but it did not dampen Panji Tejo Laksono's intention to get a clue.

Maharesi Yogiswara immediately told Panji Tejo Laksono to sit cross-legged on a large flat stone in that place. The moonlight that pierced through the thin clouds above the top of the mountain of Penanggungan became the lamp of the two of them.

"Aku akan menurunkan Ajian Brajamusti yang akan membuat mu menguasai petir. Ajian ini ampuh untuk menghadapi rintangan yang mungkin kau hadapi, entah dari manusia ataupun makhluk halus.

Clear your mind, Gusti Prince. Let your five senses be wide open to receive this study", orders Maharesi Yogiswara immediately.

Panji Tejo Laksono obediently followed the orders of Maharesi Yogiswara. Immediately his two palms were united in front of his chest and his eyes were tightly closed.

The mouth of Maharesi Yogiswara immediately komat kamit reciting the mantra. On his right palm was created a bluish-white light like lightning striking. After Ajian Brajamusti finished in rapal, Maharesi Yogiswara immediately put his palm on the head of Panji Tejo Laksono.

Zzzeeerrrrr..

The bluish-white light immediately spread throughout the body of Panji Tejo Laksono. It felt really painful like being struck by thousands of lightning bolts. Cold sweat immediately washed all over the body Panji Tejo Laksono. But the young prince from Kadiri continued to survive.

As soon as he finished, Maharesi Yogiswara pulled his right hand from the top of the head of Panji Tejo Laksono. The old hermit immediately let out a long breath. Similarly, Panji Tejo Laksono finally stopped feeling tremendous pain after Ajian Brajamusti was perfectly united with his body. The young prince immediately opened his eyes and breathed a sigh of relief.

"That's just a little bit of ability that I can pass down to you, Gusti Prince. In the future you must be wise in using this knowledge" said Maharesi Yogiswara immediately.

"I'm grateful for what you've given me, Maharesi. I promise I will always remember what is your advice", repaid Panji Tejo Laksono while respecting the holy dwija.

"Now, try to hit that big rock over there. Just so you know how great the lesson I just passed down to you, Gusti Prince", Maharesi Yogiswara pointed to a large stone the size of two elephants that existed not far from where they were.

Panji Tejo Laksono nodded obediently and closed his eyes as he slammed into reciting the spell. On his right palm was created a bluish-white light that emitted a small lightning bolt into his surroundings. The scorching hot air instantly spread around where he stood.

Hiiyyyyyyaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat..!!

The banner of Tejo Laksono directly smashed his right hand towards the boulder. A bluish-white light instantly shot out from his hand and thrust swiftly towards the boulder.

Whhhuuummm...

Bllaammmmmmm!!

A huge rock the size of twice the size of an adult elephant's body immediately exploded and was crushed to ashes. Seeing that Panji Tejo Laksono immediately smiled widely while Maharesi Yogiswara was happy.

"It's time we go back to the hermitage, Gusti Prince"

After saying so, Maharesi Yogiswara immediately darted down towards the Hermitage of Mount Penanggungan. Panji Tejo Laksono soon followed him.

At the main residence of the Penanggungan Mountain Hermitage, many people gathered. The arrival of Panji Tejo Laksono and Maharesi Yogiswara made them immediately approach the prince and the leader of the Hermitage Mount Penanggungan.

"Teacher, did Mount Penanggungan erupt? If true, we should evacuate immediately", said Manyura who was the most timid among the disciples.

Apparently the sound of a powerful explosion when Panji Tejo Laksono released his Ajian Brajamusti was heard up to the Hermitage of Mount Penanggungan and this caused the panic of the residents there.

"Hmmmmmmm..

There is no story of Mount Penanggungan erupting. You all need not worry too much. I just tested your martial skills. I didn't think his voice would get here.

Now disperse. Return to your respective resting places. There is nothing to worry about" said Maharesi Yogiswara, who calmed everyone's feelings. They all immediately returned to their place until the atmosphere was quiet again.

"You're also Gusti Prince..

It's late at night. You should also rest immediately", orders Maharesi Yogiswara immediately.

"But Maharesi, the second thing has not yet answered Maharesi.", refuted Panji Tejo Laksono while staring at the face as old as Maharesi Yogiswara.

The recluse immediately patted his head.

"Jagad Dewa Batara...

Why am I doing this now? Hehe... Let's sit down, Gusti Prince. Let's go ahead" said Maharesi Yogiswara with a faint smile. The two again sat cross-legged on the porch of the main residence of Mount Penanggungan Hermitage.

"For the characteristics of the woman who became the incarnation of Dewi Kamaratih, you will see her own Gusti Prince.

There is a figure of Smaradahana that appears on his left chest at the time of the bright paro on the day of Hanggara Manis in the month of Wahana. Only you who are the drops of Lord Kamajaya will be able to see it. Ordinary people will never be able to find the existence of the figure of Smaradahana even though he is a hermit or brahmana linuwih even", said Maharesi Yogiswara who made Panji Tejo Laksono nodded in understanding.

"Thank you for the lead, Maharesi. I will remember all the instructions that Maharesi Yogiswara gave me", Panji Tejo Laksono said in his honor.

Maharesi Yogiswara looked outwards. Thick clouds still raced in the sky. A breeze of cool wind rippled down the slopes of Mount Penanggungan. It looks like it's gonna be raining soon. He immediately turned his head towards Panji Tejo Laksono.

"It's late at night, Gusti Prince. It will soon rain. Better save your energy tonight.

Shouldn't you leave for Jenggala tomorrow morning?"