Calamities in Journey to the West? My heart and form are both void.

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Summary of the text: In the underworld, Sun Wukong attends a gathering with the Ten Yama Kings, where his powerful presence initially intimidates them. During the feast, a Doji messenger arrives with a summons from the Earth Store Bodhisattva. Despite being slightly intoxicated, Wukong remains composed. The atmosphere is tense yet respectful, with the underworld officials carefully navigating social interactions and hierarchies. The passage reveals the complex dynamics between celestial beings, ghostly officials, and immortals, highlighting the subtle power plays and social etiquette in this supernatural realm.

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