The chorus of ghostly wails and howls disturbed the ruler of the underworld, the Queen Mother of the West. “What is all this commotion?”
The Black and White Impermanences reported, “Your Majesty, there are too many wronged ghosts, and their resentment has risen to the heavens. We can barely suppress it. They still have unfinished business in the mortal world, so they cannot be reincarnated, and they have disturbed Your Majesty.”
The Queen Mother of the West was displeased. “Then send them back to settle their affairs in the mortal world, and let them return for reincarnation afterward.”
The Black and White Impermanences said anxiously, “You mustn't, Your Majesty. Some were beaten to death by their spouses, some were raped to death, and some died after being bullied at school. Their resentment is immense. If we send them back, they may take too many lives, making it even harder for them to be reincarnated.”
The Queen Mother of the West furrowed her brow. “A Qi.”
A cloud of black smoke appeared, revealing a young, beautiful woman. She knelt on one knee and bowed. “Here.”
“Go to the mortal world and resolve the wrongs of these ghosts so they can be reincarnated. Once this matter is settled, you may be reincarnated too,” said the Queen Mother of the West.
“Your command is my mission.”
