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

Summary

The passage describes the anticipation surrounding Ling Yuan Da Xian's upcoming lecture, which has stirred great excitement in the city. People are preparing to attend, purchasing appropriate attire and discussing the mysterious immortal. Wu Kong's pharmacy sees few customers due to the event, and Xin He initially shows little interest. The narrative explores the buzz around the lecture, with various characters discussing the potential crowd, offerings, and the immortal's reputation. Tai Bai mentions paying 100 taels to officials for the event, adding an element of financial intrigue to the upcoming lecture.

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