Explaining the Plan
"That little demon was me in disguise. I saw it while searching for you, and I killed it. So I transformed into its appearance and came here to inform you."
As soon as Sun Wukong finished speaking, he took out the bracelet from his wrist, handed it to the goddess, and said to her:
"Your Majesty, if you don't believe what I'm saying, look at this thing I'm wearing on my wrist. Where did it come from?"
Upon seeing the bracelet, the goddess burst into tears and said to Sun Wukong:
"Elder, if you can really save me, I will never forget your kindness."
Sun Wukong laughed upon hearing this, and continued, "I would like to ask you something."
"Just tell me directly. If I know something, I certainly won't hide it from you."
The goddess was a very straightforward and earnest person, speaking to Sun Wukong.
Upon hearing this, Sun Wukong immediately asked the goddess, "I want to ask you, what exactly is that treasure that releases fire, smoke, and sand?"
After hearing what Sun Wukong said, the goddess laughed and said to Sun Wukong, "What kind of treasure is that? It's just three bells."
"Those three bells correspond to fire, smoke, and sand! The smoke and fire are relatively harmless, but the sand contains some toxins. If inhaled through the mouth or nose, it will definitely be fatal."
Upon hearing this, Sun Wukong immediately praised him, saying:
"That's really impressive. I sneezed twice at his place once, and I still don't know where he kept his bell."
After hearing what Sun Wukong said, the Queen thought about it carefully, and after a short while, she said to Sun Wukong:
"He would never let go of it; he just kept it on his waist all the time, whether he was sleeping or walking, he never took it off."
Upon hearing this, Sun Wukong pondered seriously for a moment, and then said to the Queen:
"Your Majesty, how about this: since you insist on returning to your own country, then cast aside all your worries and anxieties, show him a kind smile, and rekindle your marital bond. Let him entrust the bell to you for safekeeping."
"I'll steal this bell later, then I can catch this monster and send you back."
After hearing what Sun Wukong said, the goddess nodded to Sun Wukong.
A short while later, Sun Wukong transformed back into the little demon, opened the door, and the goddess loudly proclaimed:
"Go and fetch the king back right now; I have something to say to him."
Upon hearing this, Sun Wukong immediately understood the meaning behind the goddess's words, so he went to the Demon King's side and said:
"The Queen Mother wants to see you to discuss some matters. Go quickly, and don't keep her waiting."
Upon hearing Sun Wukong's words, the Demon King was overjoyed and muttered softly:
"What's wrong with Her Majesty today? She usually only hits and scolds me, why did she let me pass today?"
Upon hearing this, Sun Wukong's eyes lit up, and he immediately devised a plan, saying to the Demon King:
"Just now, the Queen asked me about the King, and I told her that the King no longer wants her and has taken a new Queen with him."
"Her Majesty heard what I said, which is why she sent me to find you."
Upon hearing Sun Wukong's words, the Demon King was overjoyed. He patted Sun Wukong on the shoulder and earnestly said to Sun Wukong:
"You did a good job. After I've destroyed all their countries, I'll give you a very high position."
Upon hearing this, Sun Wukong repeatedly kowtowed to the Demon King in gratitude. He then went with the Demon King to the back door. The goddess greeted him with a smile and reached out to touch the Demon King, who was immediately captivated by her gaze.
After a short while, the Demon King retreated repeatedly, speaking timidly:
"Your Majesty, please don't touch me. Although I'm very happy, I'm afraid it will hurt my hand."
After hearing what the Demon King said, the Demon King, "Your Majesty, please sit here. I want to talk to you about something."
The Demon King felt a slight doubt upon hearing this, but still said to the Queen:
"Just tell me what's on your mind. Let's not stand on ceremony."
After hearing the Demon King's words, the Demon King smiled and said to him, "I am very honored to have your love. It has been three years, and we still haven't shared a bed."
"It must be a predestined fate from a past life that brought us together as husband and wife. However, due to some misunderstandings, we cannot treat each other as husband and wife. I'm thinking that when I become queen, I will protect any foreign enemies who come to attack. You can take whatever you want."
After saying this, the Queen paused, thought seriously for a moment, and then continued speaking to the Demon King:
"There's no other treasure inside. I know you definitely have treasure, but you just don't want me to see it or take it."
"But I heard you have three bells, that's a treasure! You're always carrying them around, so why don't you let me hold them for you? I'll take them out for you when you need them. What's wrong with that?"
Upon hearing the Queen's words, the Demon King hesitated for a moment. At this point, the Queen continued speaking to the Demon King:
"In that case, since we've been husband and wife, it's best to have someone you can trust. If you can't entrust me with this, then treat me like an outsider."
Upon hearing this, the Demon King immediately burst into laughter and said:
"Since Your Highness has already spoken, and I've been carrying the treasure with me at all times, I'll hand it over to you today."
After saying this, the Demon King took the bell off his body. Sun Wukong stared at it intently for a while. Then the Demon King noticed that the bell was not quite right to be there, so he took out some cotton and stuffed it into the bell.
After the Demon King finished these actions, he carefully handed it to the Queen and said to her:
"Your Majesty, although you have heard of this, you must keep it carefully in mind and remember never to shake it unless absolutely necessary."
After hearing what the Demon King said, the Queen casually took the gift, patted the Demon King the shoulder, and said:
"I know about this, but I put your bell on my dressing table, and no one dares to shake it."
After the goddess finished speaking, she came down and said to Sun Wukong:
"What are you standing there for? Hurry up and prepare some wine for the King. I want to have a few drinks with him."