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

Summary

In a small southwestern town, Li Jing, a fallen Heavenly King, struggles to sell steamed buns with his fierce wife. Stripped of his magical powers, he endures daily humiliation and attempts to sell pancakes, often failing miserably. His wife, tough and practical, supports their family through hard work. After years of struggle, she provides him with her savings and encourages him to seek opportunities elsewhere, even suggesting she might find another father for their son. Li Jing, once a powerful heavenly being, now faces the harsh realities of mortal life, carrying the weight of his wife's sacrifices and his own lost glory.

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