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

Summary

In this passage, the State Masters, led by Hu Li Da Xian, decide to sever their ties with the emperor after feeling betrayed and disrespected. They return their jade tokens and prepare to leave their current location. The Taoist Priest Wu Kong provides cryptic advice about their situation, suggesting that those in power are corrupt and replaceable. The narrative explores themes of disillusionment, political manipulation, and the complex relationships between state officials, religious figures, and the ruling class.

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