Timely Rain Meets the Marvelous Traveler; Black Whirlwind Fights White Stripe in the Waves

There is a poem that says: When the heart is steady, a thatched hut feels secure; when the nature is calm, plain tea and simple food taste sweet. The flavors of the world are best when light; friendship between people lasts longer when plain. By relying on another’s help, a man may accomplish great things; in flight and hardship, he meets a hero of mighty skill. One day he will go to Liangshan Marsh, and his great name will spread through the world. Now, at that time Song Jiang took leave of the prison functionary, walked out of the copying room, and came to the inspection hall. There he saw the warden sitting on a stool before the hall, shouting loudly, “Which one is the newly exiled convict?” The leading guard pointed at Song Jiang and said, “This is the man.” The warden opened his mouth and cursed: “You short, black fellow! Whose power are you relying on that you do not send me the customary fee?” Song Jiang said, “Gifts and favors should be given willingly. How can you force people to pay? Your measure is too small!” When the bystanders on both sides heard this......