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

Summary

The passage describes a detailed investigation by Wang Mu about Sun Wukong's mysterious background. She is intrigued by his unique cultivation path, which seems to blend elements from different spiritual traditions without fully belonging to any. Despite the Heavenly Court's extensive resources, they cannot trace his master's origin beyond the Western Cattle Blessing Continent. Wang Mu finds his gentle temperament unusual for a demon and is particularly curious about his potential hidden spiritual lineage. The narrative concludes with a sudden, dramatic interruption as an unknown assailant launches a deadly attack on Wu Kong in his chamber.

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