After saying his piece, Tang Sanzang wasted no more words. He simply turned and left.
Although Sun Wukong and the others did not understand what Tang Sanzang intended, by now they knew one another inside out. Despite their confusion, none of them actually asked. Instead, they turned and followed Tang Sanzang into the distance.
The old woman who had opened the door was completely dumbfounded.
Clearly, she was a Bodhisattva of the Buddhist School in disguise. To put it plainly, her current attitude was merely an act; she had never truly intended to drive Tang Sanzang and the others away.
If Tang Sanzang and the others simply left, what would become of the rest of their script?
Damn you! You're not playing by the rules!
At that thought, however hard it was to swallow, the old woman forced a smile and hurriedly said, "Oh, listen to you! How could we possibly not welcome you?"
"I was only joking with you just now. Please don't take it seriously. You're all most welcome in our home."
"Come inside, all of you!"
Hearing this, Tang Sanzang and the others could not help laughing.
Their hearts instantly filled with amusement, but Tang Sanzang, who stood at their head, still coughed. "That wouldn't be quite appropriate, would it? After all, we're monks. How could we take advantage of your generosity, benefactor?"
"It wouldn't sound good if word got out, either. We'd better make do outside for the night. We absolutely mustn't add to your burdens."
"Please don't force yourself!"
The old woman's lips twitched at his words. Force myself, my ass!
But when she remembered the purpose of their visit, however reluctant she felt, she could only sigh helplessly. Then she took a deep breath and forced a cheerful smile. "It's no trouble. I'm not