Journey to the West: The Fiercest Worker in the Heavenly Court.

Summary

In a tense encounter, Tripitaka and Sun Wukong confront two bald monks, Maitreya Buddha and Nan Wu Bao Guang Fo. Tripitaka, unaware of their identities, insults them, provoking Maitreya's wrath. Despite being warned, he attacks, only to be swiftly punished. Sun Wukong mocks Tripitaka's ignorance, revealing Maitreya's identity, which shocks Tripitaka. He attempts to appease Maitreya with flattery after initially insulting him. Maitreya questions Tripitaka's violent actions, but Tripitaka defends himself, claiming he acted in self-defense against perceived threats. The chapter concludes with rising tensions and unresolved conflicts.

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