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KARNA: Son of the Charioteer Chapter 31
On a bright day when Karna visited Hastinapur, Duryodhana suddenly wanted to go on a leisure trip and hunting expedition to the Dwitavana forest.He invited some of his soldiers, his wife, Karna, Shakuni, and a few of his younger siblings to join in the event.They had fun hunting until nearing midday when Duryodhana saw a large, clean lake. He suddenly felt like swimming there.Some soldiers were called to guard the lake.Soon after, the sent soldiers returned battered and bruised. "What happened?" asked Duryodhana.A soldier reported that some Gandharva creatures prevented them from entering the lake because it was in use.When they tried to force their way in, Gandharva soldiers appeared and attacked them.Gandharvas are celestial beings who work as singers and dancers for the gods.Sometimes they act as messengers between gods and humans.Despite this, they are fierce fighters who use various magic and illusions to defeat their enemies.Upon hearing this, Karna immediately said, "
KARNA: Son of the Charioteer Chapter 32
The next day, Karna returned to their tent in Dwitavana Forest, finding Duryodhana safe in a small hut there. Karna felt immensely relieved as he had been searching for Duryodhana after defeating the pursuing Gandharvas. It took him the whole night to escape and eliminate them. Karna was exhausted and bleeding, finding it challenging to defeat those celestial beings."My friend Duryodhana," Karna bowed before him. "I am truly amazed by your greatness in overcoming the Gandharvas. Honestly, I was nearly defeated by them, and it was only by sheer luck that I survived."Karna didn't know that Arjuna had saved Duryodhana and thought it was Duryodhana who had defeated the Gandharvas. Duryodhana, unaware of this, couldn't be angry with Karna. He saw Karna's injuries and exhaustion."My friend," Duryodhana replied weakly, "I have been greatly humiliated. I have lost face and the will to live. I plan not to eat and fast until death comes for me."Karna, not understanding, asked for the reason
KARNA: Son of the Charioteer Chapter 33
In the 13th year of the Pandavas' exile, Duryodhana launched a massive search for them. This was his only chance to send the Pandavas back into exile for another 13 years. According to intelligence, the Pandavas were disguised and hiding in the kingdom of Virata. Duryodhana led his entire army, including Bhisma, Drona, Kripa, Karna, and Vidura, to surround the kingdom of Virata and force the Pandavas out.At that time, King Matsya was engaged in attacking another kingdom, so his son, Uttara, led the troops to face the Kuru kingdom's forces. Arjuna, disguised as Uttara's charioteer and using the name Brihannala, was with them. When the two armies faced each other, Uttara got scared and fled from his chariot, prompting Arjuna to chase after him. This forced Arjuna to reveal his identity and tell Uttara that he was Arjuna so Uttara would agree to confront the Kuru forces again.Uttara asked for clarification from Arjuna, leading the hidden Pandavas in the kingdom to reveal themselves. Yu
KARNA: Son of the Charioteer Chapter 34
Because he always thought if there were those who wanted to travel far to reach the distant kingdom of Anga. Of course, they were messengers from kings delivering messages. While if there was a king or important person coming to visit, it must be from neighboring countries.That thought persisted for a long time until Krishna himself came to visit the kingdom of Anga and surprised it."Tell me, what brings your arrival here?" Karna asked respectfully to Krishna. "I never expected to host a sudden great guest like this. Why didn't you send a messenger first so that I could give a more appropriate welcome."Krishna laughed happily, "I just suddenly wanted to visit. Don't bother with too many things."In the central hall, Karna tried to provide the best service and Krishna accepted it with a smile."Tell me your opinion about this war," Krishna asked first.Karna looked deeply at Krishna. He remembered hearing many stories about the man. About him fighting against the gods and even conqu
KARNA: Son of the Charioteer Chapter 35
On a night after Krishna's return from the kingdom of Anga and his promise not to reveal Karna's true identity to the Pandavas, Karna dreamt of being visited by a knight who was very gallant and radiant."Karna," the knight smiled, "Do you know? In truth, Lord Indra has interfered greatly in worldly matters for his son, Arjuna.""I did not know," replied Karna."He once disguised himself as a scorpion to sting you while you were with your guru Parashurama, causing you to receive a curse.""...,"The knight looked at Karna's reaction and continued, "He also transformed into a large bee that stung a gentle cow to attack you in a forest. That's how you killed the cow and received a second curse."Karna fell silent, realizing the reason the cow suddenly turned wild and attacked him."Are you angry?" the knight asked. "Lord Indra has done many things to support his son, Arjuna, while your father, Lord Surya, has not helped you at all.""What has happened, let it pass," Karna said. "And you
KARNA: Son of the Charioteer Chapter 36
Before the day of the war, Duryodhana asked Bhisma, his grandfather, to lead the entire army. Bhisma looked at Duryodhana and said, "As the protector of the Kuru kingdom, I am willing to accept it."Bhisma accepted the position because it was his duty to protect the Kuru kingdom. The first step taken as the leader was to kick Karna out of the entire army and not allow him to participate in the war.Duryodhana, upon learning of this, immediately asked for an explanation."I find myself in disagreement with that boy. If you insist on using him, then I will not hold the position as the leader of the army," Bhisma replied.Duryodhana reluctantly accepted this, and Karna was not allowed to join the battle at all.On the day of the battle, both armies gathered at Kurukshetra. As far as the eye could see, armed soldiers stood in formation, filling the entire land.The kingdoms that supported the Pandavas were Panchala, Dwaraka, Kasi, Kekaya, Magadha, Matsya, Chedi, Pandya, Telinga, and Yadu f
KARNA: Son of the Charioteer Chapter 37
Bhisma's fall surprised everyone, including Duryodhana."I never expected Arjuna, the revered hero, to use a woman as an archer and shoot Bhisma, who had laid down his arms!" exclaimed Duryodhana. "What kind of hero is that!"Nevertheless, Duryodhana had to accept the outcome. Although Bhisma hadn't died—because he had vowed not to die until he saw the end result of the battle—he could no longer lead the Kaurava army. He immediately called upon Drona to take command of the Kaurava forces.In the battle led by Drona, Karna was once again denied permission to join by Drona."I don't want my victory to be because of him. I don't need him," replied Drona.Karna understood the clear animosity between them, so he agreed and did not participate in the battle.Drona displayed impressive prowess, and the Pandavas could not withstand him. However, Drona still showed affection for his disciples, the Pandavas, and did not unleash his full strength against them.As a result, the battle ended with
KARNA: Son of the Charioteer Chapter 38
"Karna!!!" Duryodhana exclaimed, "Starting tomorrow, lead the Kaurava army to victory. Do not disappoint me."Karna saluted deeply, "I promise, tomorrow I will bring your enemies before the god Yama. I will not let you down."That very night, after the large meeting, Karna sat until late into the night and slipped out of his camp. He walked silently to the middle of the quiet battlefield. In one place, arrows filled a lifeless body. Karna walked in silence towards the fallen great Kuru warrior lying there.Karna knelt under his feet and wept silently. His tears touched Bhisma's feet.The old man woke up and asked, "Who is there shedding tears on my feet? Their warmth stings me sharper than arrows.""It's me, Karna," Karna's voice cracked due to tears. "Truly, I did not mean to wake you. I came here only to pay my long overdue respects. It is my misfortune to not have received your attention and affection. I waited until late at night because I feared you would dislike my presence and
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