Chapter ninety-five
Falsely assuming true form, the jade hare's caught.
True Yin returns to the right to join Numinous Source.
jiǎhézhēnxíngqínyùtù假合真形擒玉兔zhēnyīnguīzhènghuìlíngyuán真阴归正会灵元
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Princess's Deception Unveiled
Magpie PalaceSanzang, overwhelmed by the opulence of the palace, is accompanied by Wukong who detects a monstrous aura on the princess. After Wukong confronts and battles the fake princess, her true form is revealed as she flees.
Chase and Confrontation with Jade Hare
Imperial Garden of IndiaThe jade hare spirit escapes, attacking Wukong in the imperial garden before fleeing into the sky. Their pursuit rages across heaven and onto a southern mountain, where repeated confrontations and magical escapes ensue until the hare is eventually cornered.
Report at Magpie Palace
Magpie PalaceWukong reports to Sanzang and the king about the demon-spirit's deception and instructs Bajie and Wujing to protect Sanzang while he returns alone to confront the demon.
Investigation at Mount Hairbrush
Mount HairbrushWukong interrogates local deities and finds three rabbit lairs; he confronts the demon once more before she escapes again.
Confrontation Interrupted by Supreme Yin
Mount HairbrushAs Wukong prepares to kill the exposed jade hare, Supreme Yin and Chang’e intervene, revealing connections to Lady White and divine explanations for the hare’s motivations. The false princess is taken back to the Moon Palace.
Celestial Assembly and Jade Hare Exposed
India KingdomWukong declares her a false princess before the gathered celestial entourage. The king and court bow in reverence.
The Moonlit Rest and Plan
Spring-Detaining ArborBack in the main hall, Wukong tells the king that the true princess is feigning madness at Benefactor-of-Orphans Gold-Spreading Monastery and promises to retrieve her by morning. The king orders the pilgrims to the Spring-Detaining Arbor for the night; all retire to rest.
The Return to the Monastery
Benefactor-of-Orphans Gold-Spreading MonasteryWukong arrives before the royal party, instructs the monastery to prepare for the king, and reveals details of the mission.
Discovery of the Princess
Benefactor-of-Orphans Gold-Spreading MonasteryThe monks discover a girl locked in a back room and prepare for the emperor's arrival.
Royal Reunion
Benefactor-of-Orphans Gold-Spreading MonasteryThe king and queen reunite with their daughter, the true princess. The three embrace and weep together. After she bathes and changes clothing, they board the imperial chariot and return to the capital.
Advice for Centipede Spirits
Benefactor-of-Orphans Gold-Spreading MonasteryWukong advises releasing roosters to combat centipede spirits; the king renames the mountain and monastery, appointing a monk-official.
Celebratory Banquets
India KingdomThe royal family hosts lavish banquets to celebrate the princess's return, continuing for several days as guests express gratitude.
Farewell and Departure
India KingdomSanzang and his disciples refuse gifts but are escorted out with an imperial carriage; Wukong uses magic to send a wind, allowing the pilgrims’ discreet departure.