Chương 34: The Unveiled Veil
After the raging storm subsided, they stood amidst the ruins of the temple that had once been filled with destructive energy. Arjuna held the Cakra Jagat tightly, which now glowed softly like the morning sun. The artifact seemed to have a will of its own, pulsing in sync with his heartbeat.
Arya stepped forward, his strong yet scarred shoulders revealing the long struggle he had endured. "Arjuna, we have reached this point, but the main question remains the same." What is really happening to this world? Why does all of this seem like a never-ending test?
Laksmi, who was sitting cross-legged on a large rock, closed her eyes, trying to read the remaining energy in the room. "I sense another presence, something greater than us." This is not just about Ravindra or his followers. There is a force that deliberately keeps this secret hidden.
Arjuna stared at the heirloom in his hand.We can't keep fighting the enemy without knowing their ultimate goal. Ravindra clearly wants this object, but for what purpose?"
A heavy voice interrupted their conversation. From behind the slowly fading mist, an old man appeared, his tattered robe looking as if it had been through various battles. His face was full of wrinkles, but his eyes shone with an undying spirit.
"Because that is the key, young man," he said as he walked closer.
Arya immediately drew his sword. "Who are you?" Dare to approach without permission."
The old man raised his hand, showing that he was unarmed. "I am the last guardian of this temple." My name is Bhaganta. I have been waiting for you.
Laksmi stood up. "Waiting for us? What do you mean? "Are you part of all this?"
Bhaganta nodded slowly. "That artifact, Cakra Jagat, is a legacy of the gods. But more than that, it is a guide. He will reveal the truth hidden behind the fog of this world. However, to unveil its secret, you must be ready to face the final trial.
Arjuna frowned. "The final test? Haven't we already gone through enough trials? Ravindra, the shadow warrior, all these traps..."
Bhaganta interrupted him with a firm tone. "All of that is just the beginning." The true test is to fight the darkness within yourselves. Every soul that holds this relic must prove that they are worthy of bearing the truth. If you fail, you will lose everything."
Silence enveloped them. Bhaganta's words struck their hearts like lightning in the middle of the night.
Arya, who is usually full of confidence, looked a bit hesitant.What do you mean by losing everything? Is this just about life and death, or is there something bigger?"
Bhaganta smiled faintly. "You will find out soon. Prepare yourselves. "The final gate will open when the full moon reaches its peak tonight."
Full Moon Night
The night sky is filled with stars, but the atmosphere in the temple feels eerie. Bhaganta stood in front of a large altar, directing Arjuna, Arya, and Laksmi to stand in a triangular formation. In the middle of them, the Cakra Jagat began to glow brighter, almost blinding.
"Close your eyes," commanded Bhaganta. "Focus your thoughts on your deepest memories, on the decisions you have once regretted." This test is not about fighting external enemies, but about fighting yourselves."
One by one, they closed their eyes.
For Arjuna, the shadows of his past emerged the decision to flee when his family was slaughtered by Ravindra. The guilt he had kept tightly locked away now surged forth, gripping his soul.
Arya saw his former self, an ambitious soldier who sacrificed many people to prove his strength. He remembered the faces that were lost because of his mistakes.
Laksmi witnessed the moment when she left her family to pursue spiritual power. Even though she was confident in her path, she couldn't shake the pain of imagining her mother and father waiting for her return.
Suddenly, the energy around them changed. The ground beneath their feet cracked, and from the darkness, shadows from their past emerged, challenging them to confront their deepest fears.
"Rise," Bhaganta's voice echoed. "Prove that you are worthy of being the guardians of truth."
Each of them faced the hardest battle against themselves.
Arjuna slowly opened his eyes, surrounded by an unreal scene. He was no longer in the temple, but in a vast field filled with moving shadows. The shadow resembled him, but there was something different a cold smile, eyes filled with hatred, and a voice that echoed.
"Arjuna," said the figure, "you have always wanted to be a hero, but what have you sacrificed for it?" You left your family. You are running away from your destiny. "Do you deserve to hold the Cakra Jagat?"
Arjuna stepped back, his hand trembling as he held the heirloom. "I'm not a coward like you say!" I had no choice. I ran away to survive.
The shadow laughed cynically. "Surviving? You call that courage? You are afraid, Arjuna. And you are still afraid until now."
Meanwhile, Arya stood in front of the reflection of his younger self, wearing a blood-stained armor."I did what I had to do," Arya said firmly."But how many lives have you sacrificed for your ambition?" the shadow asked coldly. "You betrayed those who believed in you, all for personal glory." Do you think that can be forgiven?"
Arya clenched his fists. "I learned from that mistake. I won't repeat it again!
On the other hand, Laksmi stood in the dark forest, hearing her mother's voice calling. "You left us, Laksmi," the voice said."What is the meaning of your spiritual strength if you lose your family's love?"
Laksmi bit her lip, holding back tears. "I did it to protect you all." I have to learn this strength to fight the darkness that threatens us all."
"But, is that enough to replace the loss you caused?"
They were all in their own trials, caught in a conflict between guilt and the desire to move forward. However, slowly, Bhaganta's voice began to resonate, as if he were speaking directly to their hearts.
"Know this, this trial is not about blaming yourselves. It is about accepting who you are, including your mistakes and failures. Only by accepting that can you move forward."
Accepting Oneself
Arjuna closed his eyes, took a deep breath. "I am afraid, yes. But I also know that I cannot keep running. I hold the Cakra Jagat not for myself, but to protect the world from darkness."
The shadow faded, its sly smile replaced by a warm smile.
Arya stared at the reflection of his younger self. "I made mistakes, and I will always remember them. But those mistakes made me a better person, a warrior who fights not just for himself."
Arya's shadow nodded before disappearing into the air.
Laksmi gazed at the darkness of the forest surrounding her. "I may have made a painful choice, but it does not erase my love for my family." I will atone for it by ensuring this world is safe."
The forest faded, replaced by a gentle light that warmed his heart.
Back to the Temple
The three of them woke up again in the temple, with the Cakra Jagat shining brightly among them. Bhaganta stood near the altar, smiling.
"You have passed the test," he said. "You are now worthy of knowing the truth behind this artifact."
Laksmi asked, "What really happened?" Why does Ravindra want it so badly?"
Bhaganta stepped forward, raising his hand towards Cakra Jagat. "This object is a seal. It maintains the balance between light and darkness." If it falls into the wrong hands, the world will be shattered in chaos. But to open it, it takes more than just strength; it requires a soul capable of accepting the truth."And what is that truth?" Arya asked.
Bhaganta smiled faintly. "That is what you will find." Cakra Jagat will show the way, but the path is fraught with danger. This is not over yet, my friends. Your journey has just begun."
The three of them exchanged glances. In the midst of exhaustion, a new spirit ignited within them.
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Oyex_Sabiansyah The journey of Arjuna, Arya, and Laksmi deepens as they face an inner trial that shakes their convictions. This chapter highlights the power of self-acceptance, showing that true courage is accepting mistakes and moving forward for a greater purpose. A chapter full of reflection and new hope.
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