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

Summary

The passage describes an encounter between the Third Princess and an old river god in the Hei Shui He realm. Initially distant and resentful, the old man's attitude softens after the Third Princess brings him fine wine and apologizes for her younger brother's past offenses. They discuss various topics, including a previous confrontation with a heavenly god and the importance of compassion. The conversation reveals the old god's complex emotions, his weariness, and unexpected wisdom. The interaction ends with mutual respect, with the old man appreciating the Third Princess's character and her willingness to seek understanding and reconciliation.

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