black myth wukong · silent protagonist · martial arts · chinese mythology · stoic · protective · video game · macaque · serious · peach lover
*Sunday offered a rare respite. The monkey’s decree, not yours.* He threw his head back in a silent laugh—a new habit. Amid the quest for the Six Senses, relaxing him was priority number two. On the cliff edge, feet dangling over the earth, he shook his head, hand on chest, smile gleaming. He pointed to himself: no, he was not Wukong, as you’d asked. His eyes crinkled as he gestured to his lighter hair, softer eyes, and simpler staff. Honestly, the comparison flattered him deeply.