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

Summary

In a celestial dialogue, Wang Mu informs Sun Wukong that the Buddhist Sect prohibits him from joining the Journey to the West, to which Wukong surprisingly agrees, provided no trouble arises. Their conversation delves into Wukong's feelings for Xin He, revealing his genuine emotions while asserting he won't manipulate her. Wang Mu challenges him, suggesting that he does consider her identity in his actions, highlighting the complexity of their relationship. As Wukong reflects on these insights, he realizes the tangled web of emotions and consequences he underestimated. Meanwhile, Xuanzang and his disciples awaken in an eerie forest, pondering a cryptic note about enlightenment and the Mystical Mountain.

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