From far away, a rumble of two fighting troops was heard. The sounds of flying arrows were also constantly heard. Occasionally there were flashes of fire from baras, typical swords of Dagho society, which clashed. Faint moaning sounds of humans hit by arrows and baras were also heard. The neighs of horses responding to each other accompanied their steps. Both forces continued to press forward…
Riri observed the man dressed in a black shirt who was talking to a large, tall foreigner wearing a uniform with red-white-and-blue sign on his left breast. The foreigner's hair was dark-blond and his eyes were blue, while the man in black shirt was only as tall as the foreigner’s shoulder. He was wearing a brown cot with a red line on his head. "They will try to attack Muko-Muko area tomorr…
Under the scorching sun, an elderly man staggered toward a tree that was almost dead. He had no choice but to rest for a moment in that place. His vulnerable body was propped against the large tree trunk. The old man's mind wandered into the past when his wife was alive. Since her death, the old man had had to support their son La Upe. To earn his livelihood, the old man could only sell grass a…
Once there was a fishing village located within the land of Wakat. The land was governed by a king named King Wadirah,renowned far and wide for his wisdom. He had four ministers who also served as his teachers. One day, when King Wadirah was having an audience withthe four teachers,the king said, ”O my ministers, I have heard of Mahsyud Hak's wisdom. I want to appoint him as minister so tha…
One sunny morning, the cool air made its way lazily through the village of Pasirluhur and blanketed much of the surrounding countryside. The village, located in West Java, was very fertile, serene and was home to the friendliest people one could ever meet. The morning rays shining through the green of the trees, casting a golden glow on the rice paddies made Pasirluhur all the more beautiful. …
Since her husband’sdeath, the woman had to take care of and raise her two sons. Every day she had to work hard to support them. The two sons, Rojali and Somad, had already grown up. However, they were not mature yet. They had not come to realize that their mother was old. They were also poor. They only ate every other day. "Rojali and Somad, my sons," the mother said."Yes, Mom," replied Roj…
As the story goes, the Great Kingdom of Khairan Langkawi was famous in the four corners of the world. This kingdom, which was blessed with abundant natural resources, had vast fields, vegetable gardens, and orchards. The coastal areas that extended from west to east were so rich with various fish. The people lived in peace, prosperity, and happiness under the leadership of the Great King Bikr…
The Kingdom of Paguruyung was located in Benia City, Pagaruyung, West Sumatra. Despite the fact that it was led by a female leader, the Kingdom of Pagaruyung was famous and well respected by the leaders of the neighboring small kingdoms. Its people were living prosperously in their safe and peaceful country. The Lady King’s name was Putri Sangka Bulan. She had seven children, i.e. Sutan Ser…
In the hinterland of Kalimantan there was a village called Uteh Village, which was said to be located not far from Melawai River, in such a scenic plain. On the outskirts of the village, there was a simple house where an elderly widow and her two daughters lived. The eldest daughter’s name was Tima, while the youngest one’s name was Numa. The elderly widow’s name was Ma Kili, or that was …
It was very quiet that afternoon, when even the wind seemed reluctant to blow and the leaves around that old hut did not make any sound. In that silence, a witch girl named Galuh Gagalang was sitting alone in front of her hut with eyes were staring out blankly, confused. Her mouth quivered, casting her magical spells. “Oh Gods I worship, do listen to me. Grant me an incredible strength to b…