The tiger possessed only the strength of an ordinary mountain beast. The original plan had been for Sun Wukong to show off a little, easily subdue it or even beat it to death. That would both display the disciple's abilities and further strengthen Tang Sanzang's resolve and sense of security about heading west after having only just taken on a disciple—look, with such a formidable disciple protecting him, what was there to fear from demons and monsters?
The plan had originally been a good one.
However, she had overlooked one thing—Tang Sanzang, who had just been fired up by Lin Zhu's speech about the "light of the righteous path" and his promise to be "with him," to the point he had nearly ascended on the spot, was now in a completely different state of mind from the timid Holy Monk who had relied wholeheartedly on his disciple!
When Tang Sanzang saw the tiger blocking the road, not only did he fail to hide behind Sun Wukong in fright as expected, his eyes actually lit up! Bolstered by his faith that Immortal Lord Lin was "with him," he felt boundless confidence and motivation fill his body. He even vaguely sensed inexhaustible strength in his arms, as though he could punch a bull to death with a single blow!
What a perfect opportunity! Tang Sanzang thought excitedly. Immortal Lord Lin just said that a treasure opportunity would come soon and that I needed to keep my eyes open!
In this desolate wilderness, a tiger suddenly leapt out. Isn't that suspicious? This must be the "trial" or "opportunity" the Immortal Lord mentioned! If I can subdue it myself and demonstrate courage and wisdom, perhaps the Immortal Lord will be pleased and grant me an even greater treasure!
He had been worrying about not