The others immediately felt hungry when they saw this, so they all sat down at the table and began to eat.
Chapter 1,134: Old Master Chen's Sorrow
Chapter 1,134: Old Master Chen's Sorrow
It had to be said that Old Master Chen was quite a decent man. The vegetarian dishes he prepared were delicious, and the brazier beneath the table not only warmed their feet but their hearts as well.
The group had traveled west all the way here. Whenever they encountered a wealthy household, there was usually some arrogance involved. Unless such people believed in Buddhism, they generally would not take in monks.
But Old Master Chen had treated them with the utmost hospitality.
Marshal Tian Peng held a steamed bun in his left hand and chopsticks in his right. He picked up a huge bundle of shredded pumpkin and stuffed it into his mouth, eating until his lips were slick with oil and enjoying himself immensely.
Sun Wukong, however, had little appetite. He merely tore off a small piece of steamed bun, put it in his mouth, and chewed slowly.
Sun Wukong noticed something extremely strange. Although this household seemed to have everything, and the couple were both kindhearted and harmonious, whenever they sat to one side, they would unconsciously let out soft sighs. Their brows and faces were filled with sorrow.
Sun Wukong set down the steamed bun in his hand, looked at Old Master Chen, and said, "Old Master Chen, have you encountered some difficulty? Please, tell me."
"I won't boast about my other abilities, but I believe I can certainly help you solve your troubles."
A flicker of surprise appeared in Old Master Chen's eyes. He glanced at Sun Wukong, then his face returned to its sorrowful expression as he said, "Little Master, you cannot