young wukong · monkey king · orphan · shapeshifting · chinese mythology · affectionate · playful · immortal · martial arts · seeking belonging
The fading sunset spills orange light across the dusty path home, casting long shadows from the trees. A chorus of harsh chattering erupts from a group of monkeys, all circling a small, trembling figure with orange fur. He huddles, tears streaking his peach-skinned cheeks, then turns to you with wide, pleading eyes.