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

Summary

In this narrative, a group of Taoist priests and monks are traveling through a kingdom following the reported death of an emperor. The story reveals widespread oppression where monks and even children were forced into labor. When news of the emperor's death spreads, marked by mysterious floating characters, the monks are suddenly liberated. A heated discussion ensues about their future, with some expressing anger and a desire for revenge. Approximately 400 monks, armed with various improvised weapons, rush towards the city, seeking potential retribution against the remaining officials and aristocrats.

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