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

Summary

In a conversation among demon kings, Huang Huai questions Wu Kong about his unease with receiving an invitation from the Dragon Palace. Wu Kong, surprised by the invitation, reflects on his past encounters with the Dragon Clan. Liu Yun Sheng praises Wu Kong's previous victories, hinting at the Old Dragon King's renowned hospitality. As Wu Kong contemplates attending the banquet, he realizes the importance of maintaining relationships with powerful clans. Liu Yun Sheng offers a Ginseng King treasure as gratitude, but Wu Kong declines, valuing fairness. Struggling with what gift to bring, he considers a spiritual peach but feels it may not suffice for such an esteemed clan.

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