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

Summary

In this passage, Xuanzang and his disciples encounter a hostile town where monks are captured and treated like commodities. Pigsy is angered by the local officials' behavior, while Xuanzang advocates for compassion and avoiding conflict. Wu Chen provides insight into balancing mercy with strength, and the group discusses the importance of not misusing power. They decide to explore the capital and potentially advocate for the wronged monks, with Pigsy reluctantly following along. The journey continues westward, with the city's outline finally appearing in the distance.

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