On Flat‑Top Mountain the Duty God Delivers a Message; In Lotus Flower Cave Pig Runs into Trouble

On Flat‑Top Mountain the Duty God Delivers a Message In Lotus Flower Cave Pig Runs into Trouble The story tells how after Monkey had rejoined the Tang Priest the four of them headed West, united in their shared determination. The king of Elephantia had escorted them beyond his capital to thank them for bringing back his daughter. From there they traveled on, eating when hungry and drinking when thirsty, moving by day and resting at night. By now it was spring. A light breeze ruffled the silky green catkins of willows, And the view was splendid. The season encouraged the birds to sing; The flowers bloomed in the warm sun, Making the whole world fragrant. A pair of swallows came to the tree in the courtyard; Now was the time to enjoy the spring. Amid the world's red dust and the city's streets, Light silks were worn to the sound of lute and pipe, As flower vied and the cup was passed around. Master and disciples were enjoying their journey when they saw a mountain blocking their way. "Be careful, disciples," said the Tang Priest. "I'm worried that tigers and wolves......