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Bajie and Sha Wujing managed to recover their luggage. They placed it on the horse, and by carving a path through the icy waters, they successfully reached the surface without much difficulty.
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The Great King of Miraculous Power had returned to his watery lair at the very heart of the river, where he sat in a gloomy and silent mood.
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Wukong comforted the two elders and said: “There’s no need to be sad. Gladly would I trade my life for that of your son. This will allow your family name to endure for generations and generations. I am willing to be offered to that Great King you have spoken of.”
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Tang Monk wins the meditation contest with the help of the Monkey King. The king wanted to hand him the travel permit, but once again Great Immortal Deer Strength intervened, saying:
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As soon as the king saw the Monkey King’s influence over the winds and rain, he wasted no time stamping the imperial seal onto the travel permit.
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The king immediately ordered that an altar be prepared. It was not long before an official appeared and informed the three Taoists:
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Early in the morning, Monk Tang put on his embroidered kasaya, while Wukong prepared the travel documents, Wujing took up the alms bowl, and Wuneng picked up his staff.
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Sun Wukong recounted everything that had happened to Tripitaka. The Monk Tang exclaimed, deeply moved: “What can we possibly do in a situation like this?”
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As soon as they crossed the Black River, the master and his disciples continued their journey westward, braving frost and snow.