The Mute of The Demon Cave

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lplessly. If it weren't for the person beside him, embracing him, he m

I'm sure the place is across

, they had been chased by Mongol troops who intended to atta

ou sure that's it

their shouts clearly when

adeng. It's the

aja supports Raden Wijaya. Sure

he asked, to which his wife respon

ediri, who was determined to continue Kediri's glory before it was taken o

ering them part of the Kediri palace. The orders from their supreme commander w

f the Kediri kingdom, had a different plan.

rticularly in the Mataram Sultanate. The Rakryan Tumenggung held administrative and military responsibilities, serving as a trusted advisor to the ruler and overseeing various

here's no place for us. Let

e ahead can s

ave? Your an

r. Just a lit

. They paid no mind to thorny thickets as they ventured deep into the

words of his wife about the cave felt distant,

day. Raden Wijaya was truly cunning. With his deception, he managed to turn the Mongol forces ag

was the forest that served as a home for the son-i

ith betrayal. If his wife's words were true, he was assi

he husband and wife rested. His eyes caught sight

. Two days of relentless pursuit. He

the journey. There are still two

s advice. His body was still weakened fr

alls. The Mongol weaponry was indeed advanced. He witnessed ball

, his only thoughts were to save

t. The Tartar soldiers were skilled in horseback arche

as happe

uu

ly pierced his

arg

ed his body into a living shield

ngs. His ears picked up the sound of approaching

! Are you okay? Hol

rearm while his left hand gently caressed her forehead. H

There were three of them, and before l

out! I know you're there

s still obstructed by bushes, he was certain of what he heard. He recognized

dear

Small beads of sweat trickled down he

ust leave this place as quickly as

ched out, but her husband stood

m. However, those eyes seemed to convey that

se books, Rakr

ommander asked. Panewu was position of th

ority of a Bekel can vary, but they typically have duties related to governance, law enforcement, and maintaining order within their jurisdiction. They may oversee the administration

om has already crumbled into the earth.

still address m

yes immediately signaled commands to his tw

ice has come to an end today. You can still

gaze at the commander with an odd expression. He glanced bri

pen. He quickly intercepted the man, but t

abrang Panuluh's wife was surprised to find out that her hiding pl

.. It's me,

ile shaking her head, she tried to recall th

brought medicine b

containing herbs and medications. He tore open

g, rectangular piece of cloth that is wrapped around the body to form a loose-fitting robe or sarong.

the pain

the former commander of the Kingdom of Kediri,

me. This ointment is only temporary, Lady. O

uu

uck Jagat Wengi's right arm. He was thro

ed, revealing part of her exposed shoulder. But the arrow was

ng man? Why did y

ir. I was once given

m behind the bushes, pouncing on Sabrang Panuluh. One of them immediat

een lodged in Lady Rasmi's forearm. He sharply thrust it i

nt of Sabrang Panuluh, and J

abrang. I'll hold th

agat Wengi took over the fight, cutting through t

re," Jagat Wengi said witho

to stand up and quickly

my life,

engi blocked the sight of his opponent, who was still

e you like this. Thieves ar

over there. I just wanted to

fident enough to fight them or at least hold the

ion that had now turned around. Nonchalantly, he walked to

, book thief? Do you al

e to work with

I'll pardon you since you'

replied. The longer this conversation went on, th

roops immediately attacked Jagat Wengi. Thei

re

im to roll backward. He reached for anythin

tree branch, extending his reach to retaliate,

his opponent. The Bekel was too slow to

away Jagat Wengi's wooden weapon. The kick exerted force on his arm, di

e next attack would be even more dangerous. All he cou

tedly uneven, but Jagat Wengi remained

ad in iron chain armor arrived on a majestic black horse. He g

s currently facing the