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

Summary

In a mysterious land, Xuanzang and his companions encounter an elderly woman who reveals the complexities of desire and relationships in a society dominated by women. Despite the river's ability to enable conception, romantic yearnings remain unquenched. The old woman suggests Xuanzang stay the night, igniting tensions as he, a devoted monk, is confronted with temptation. He warns the group of the dangers of desire, emphasizing the need for caution. As night falls, he prepares to discuss the perils of romantic entanglements, determined to protect the vulnerable youths from being swayed by fleeting feelings in this unfamiliar environment.

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