Chapter sixty-seven
Rescuing Tuoluo, Sanzang's nature remains unwavering.
Escaping defilement, the Daoist heart is cleansed.
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Seeking Shelter at Dusk
Little Western Heaven MountainAfter a month of travel, the pilgrims reach late spring. As night approaches, Tripitaka asks about lodging. Wukong jokes about building a hut, while Bajie warns of the dangers in the mountains.
Welcomed in Tuoluo Village
Tuoluo VillageThe pilgrims arrive at Tuoluo Village and request shelter. Old Li warns them about the demon haunting Pulpy Persimmon Alley and the Seven Extremes Mountain. After learning of their quest, he welcomes them with a vegetarian feast and asks Wukong to help rid the village of the demon.
The Demon’s Toll on Tuoluo
Tuoluo VillageOld Li recounts the demon's attacks and the villagers' failed attempts to exorcise it, including the deaths of a monk and a Daoist who tried to defeat the fiend.
A Deal to Defeat the Demon
Tuoluo VillageThe villagers offer land as a reward for catching the demon, but Wukong declines material rewards and requests only food for the pilgrims.
The Demon Strikes
Tuoluo VillageA fierce wind signals the demon's arrival, causing villagers to hide. Wukong, Bajie, and Wujing confront the demon, who silently battles Wukong in the air. Bajie joins, noting the demon's technique. The demon only defends and flees at dawn toward Pulpy Persimmon Alley, pursued by Wukong and Bajie.
The Python Demon Unmasked
Mountain of Seven ExtremesThe demon reveals its true form as a massive red-scaled python. Wukong and Bajie chase it, but it escapes into a hole. Bajie tries to pull it out and fails. Near a brook, the python swallows Wukong whole.
Wukong’s Triumph Over the Demon
Mountain of Seven ExtremesInside the python, Wukong forces it to transform into a bridge and a boat before killing it and escaping from its body.
Celebration and Farewell
Mountain of Seven ExtremesThe villagers, fearing the worst, rejoice when Wukong and Bajie return with the slain python. Grateful, they thank the pilgrims, host feasts, and gift them dried goods and fruits. The pilgrims are detained for nearly a week by the villagers' hospitality, and over 700 people come to see them off.
Bajie Clears the Alley
Mountain of Seven ExtremesThe pilgrims encounter a blocked, foul-smelling road. Old Li and the villagers prepare food for Bajie, who transforms into a giant pig to clear the alley, impressing everyone with his magical abilities.
Villagers Support the Pilgrims
Mountain of Seven ExtremesVillagers hurry to prepare more rice and catch up with the pilgrims by morning, offering additional food as Bajie continues clearing the path.
Journey Continues
Mountain of Seven ExtremesAfter Bajie eats more rice, the pilgrims thank the villagers and continue their journey. A poem reflects on their progress and the cleansing of Persimmon Alley.