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

Summary

Ling Gan Da Wang leaves Chen Family Village, feeling carefree but puzzled by the eerie silence at the water palace. Encountering two anxious water demons, he questions their behavior and seeks his brothers. His great aunt, Yan Yu, expresses concern over a monk's well-being, believing his death could be imminent. Despite Ling Gan's reluctance to get involved, Yan Yu insists he help the monk cross the river for safety. The conversation reveals the importance of connections and the potential consequences of ignoring them. Ling Gan reluctantly agrees to assist, while Yan Yu emphasizes the significance of their actions in the larger scheme of things.

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