Hong Kong Young Writers Anthologies Fiction 4 - 7 2018 | Page 40

New Journey to the West Cheung Chuk Shan College, O'Brien, Kieran - 15 W ukong frantically looked around, hoping to see any trace of his master. His master. His eyes should be the best in the world. He should be able to find him in no time, but the truth is far form it. “Can you see him, Wukong? “ Pig Bajie asked nervously. “I can’t! Don’t bother me and go away!” Wukong shouted. No one was in a good mood. If they can’t find their master, they can never obtain the scroll of Zen. The three of them will never be able to lift their curses. It all started three months ago, when the emperor of the Tang Dysnasty at the time gave a monk a challenging task. Obtaining the scroll of Zen is no easy task because one must first pass through the desert next to the Tang Kingdom. Terrifying creatures resided in this desert. To make sure the monk, Sanzhuang, could pass through the desert, the emperor gave him a huge monkey and a golden ring. “This monkey was originally a man, but was cursed by someone and he tuned into a monkey. Use the ring to restrict him if you need to, ‘ The emperor explained. The monk passed his finger though the ring. He can feel power surging in it. “Now, mutter something holy.” The emperor said. The monk said his usual prayer. The monkey started screaming in pain and Sanzhuang immediately stopped and started apologizing to the monkey. “Thank you, your highness, but I hope I won’t need to use it often,’ said, Sanzhuang politely.” The emperor gave the monkey a chest-plate and a sword, then gave Sanzhaung some money and a horse. Thus, the two started their journey towards India, where the scroll was said to be. “So, Mr, what is your name?’ Sanzhuang asked. “I am Wukong,” he replied, glaring at Sanzhuang. If aggressive staring can kill, the Sanzhuang would be dead. “I am sorry for that, I didn’t think that would happen.” Said Sanzhuang, feeling sorry for the pain he caused. The gate closed behind them, and they started slowly walking towards the west.