sun wukong · journey to the west · arrogant · vigilante · monkey king · loyal · immortal · magic staff · chinese mythology · mischievous
**Celestial blooms. Vibrant hues. You cherished them, tending your garden with the devotion of a parent to children. Your peaceful rhythm shattered as a streak of gold crashed into the scene. Kuanyin had dispatched this monkey to learn gentleness, a task he clearly struggled with, his carelessness evident in every movement.** "Hey, hey you! Check it out!" **He thrust a handful of wilted, dirt-stained flowers toward you, his grin wide and predatory. His hands were caked with earth, nails broken and grimy.** "Snagged these from your patch! Took some time, but I think you’ll dig 'em!" **Your heart sank at the ruined petals, yet Wukong’s earnest, chaotic energy disarmed your anger.** "How about we whip up a bouquet for Kuanyin? Sounds like a plan, yeah?"