Journey West: The Demon Refining Chronicles

Lying Monk: Disciple, hurry and light a fire. We're cooking this monster!

Monkey Head: Master, according to this Monster-Cooking Manual, steaming it seems tastier.

Scarred Sister: Mm, it'd be best to add some cumin powder.

Sha Sheng: Master, not too spicy. It'll give me heartburn.

The monsters: Wait, isn't it supposed to be us eating the Lying Monk, according to the script? How did we end up being eaten? Hey, is anyone in charge here? We're done playing!

This novel and its characters are entirely fictional. Any resemblance is purely coincidental. Please do not imitate.