Taishang Laojun said nothing more. He took Kinkaku away from Dragon-Pressing Mountain and arrived near Flower Fruit Mountain on the Eastern Victory Divine Continent.
"Master, what did you say to that old fox?" Kinkaku asked from the side.
"I told her to properly assist the two of you against Xuanzang, and I also offered her considerable benefits. That way, she'll give it her all to help you. If the two of you truly run into trouble when facing Xuanzang and the others, go find her."
Kinkaku nodded and looked toward Flower Fruit Mountain.
"Go on. I'll wait nearby for your good news." Taishang Laojun patted Kinkaku on the shoulder again.
Kinkaku nodded, rose into the air, and arrived near Flower Fruit Mountain.
The tsunami had gradually receded. The soldiers at Flower Fruit Mountain also spread out in every direction, reclaiming their airspace and maritime territory.
Ao Tingxin was not bored on Flower Fruit Mountain. Every day, she wandered about the mountain, and many demons recognized her.
She often chatted with the demons there, listening to them speak of all sorts of interesting things.
Ao Tingxin was chatting with several demons when one suddenly ran over in a hurry. He said they had rescued a child wounded by the tsunami at the shore. The child claimed to be Ao Tingxin's friend and had come looking for her, but had been injured.
After hearing this, Ao Tingxin was somewhat puzzled. A child? She did not seem to have a friend like that.
Still, Ao Tingxin went to take a look, and then she saw Kinkaku.
Kinkaku's injuries were indeed severe. He lay there unconscious, covered from head to toe in wounds inflicted by the tsunami.
Ao Tingxin had Kinkaku taken to her residence for treatment, and he soon woke up.
"Kinkaku, are