Mysterious Time Traveler in Dwapara Yuga

Chapter 39: Karna's Valor and the Thunderous Voice

Now even Karna knew who was going to come next, so he started to pay close attention to how this Rajkumar would show up. With Ira yet to arrive, Karna knew he had to be ready to recount every detail as a story without missing a single thing.

As the announcement of Rajkumar Arjuna's name echoed through the arena, the people began to chant, "Hail Rajkumar Arjuna!" Karna noticed Guruputra aiming at the head of the elephant statue. Suddenly, the Guru took control and released the arrow. As it struck, the statue began to collapse just as Rajkumar Arjuna made his entrance. The structure fell on top of him, and Karna heard Rajamata Kunti cry out for her son.

However, from the rubble, an arrow emerged, followed by Arjuna himself, unscathed. He had used his arrows to form a shield above him, saving himself from the falling debris. Karna now understood that there had been an attempt on Arjuna's life, and it was only his archery skills that had saved him. If it had been anyone else, they might not have survived.

The crowd's enthusiasm soared as they chanted even louder, "Hail Rajkumar Arjuna!" Before beginning the duel, Arjuna sent multiple arrows into the ground in front of the elders as a sign of respect, showcasing his reverence and humility.

The duel then began, and within a few moves, Rajkumar Arjuna had frozen Rajkumar Duryodhana, securing his victory. The people hailed Rajkumar Arjuna, celebrating his triumph.

Guru Drona addressed the assembled crowd, proudly proclaiming that Rajkumar Arjuna was the top archer in the world and unbeatable. He then asked Arjuna to release Rajkumar Duryodhana. However, before Arjuna could act, Karna stood up and respectfully addressed Acharya Drona.

"Acharya Drona, what you said is unacceptable. Please change it," Karna said politely. Guru Drona, surprised, asked what was wrong with his statement. Karna replied, "You can name Rajkumar Arjuna as one of the top archers, but not the top archer." He maintained his respectful tone and demeanor.

Hearing this, Rajkumar Bhima grew angry and challenged Karna, "Who are you? Do you even know about archery?"

Karna politely responded, "I am the son of Adhiratha, who happens to be Mahamahim Bhishma's charioteer, and my name is Radheya Karna. I know about archery as I am an archer myself." Despite his respectful tone, Rajaguru interjected, questioning, "What can a Sutputra like you know about archery? Do you think you have the right to speak in this setting?" Concerned that Karna's claims might tarnish the royal family's honor, Rajaguru felt compelled to act.

The crowd began to murmur, telling Karna to remain silent because he was a Sutputra. Karna's heart broke hearing these words, but suddenly, a powerful voice thundered through the stadium. "Did you people even ask why he said that? Without knowing anything, don't admonish him. So, what if he is a Sutputra? He spoke the truth, while those speaking highly lack the brains to understand what they are saying!"

The crowd fell silent, trying to identify the source of the voice. Only three people recognized it: Mahamahim Bhishma, Guru Drona, and Karna. Angered by the insult to his father, Ashwatthama demanded, "Show yourself if you have the guts! Don't speak while hiding."

As the figure in white, holding an axe, stepped forward, the entire arena fell silent, recognizing the imposing presence of Lord Parashurama. The one most visibly shaken was Ashwatthama. Lord Parashurama commanded Karna to release Rajkumar Duryodhana. Karna complied immediately and moved quickly toward his guru.

Lord Parashurama then turned to the Rajaguru and asked angrily, "Why did you not ask who taught him Dhanur Vidhya since he is a Sutputra?" He then faced Guru Drona and questioned, "Do you now realize your mistake?" Guru Drona, looking puzzled, shook his head. Parashurama then addressed Bhishma, "Do you know why he is wrong?" Bhishma admitted he knew. Lord Parashurama continued, "Then why didn't you stop it or support what was right? Why should he have to endure such words without doing anything wrong?" Bhishma lowered his head in shame.