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

Summary

The passage describes a dramatic confrontation between Xuanzang and the monks of Yuhua Temple. After killing a monk who was mistreating people and animals, Xuanzang and his companions are approaching the temple. The temple's abbot has sought protection from demon statues and prepared to confront the foreign monk. The atmosphere is tense, with dark clouds gathering and a threatening voice challenging Xuanzang. Despite the intimidating environment, Xuanzang remains calm and continues walking towards the temple gate, while the monks wait above, looking down on him with authority and disdain.

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