A New Age

Chapter 1

Once the crew escaped the Lady Bone Demon, they set off, however, they weren't heading to where the map says they should. Pigsy paces back and forth, annoyance evident on his face. "Why are we heading in opposite direction?", Pigsy asked, Wukong smiled sheepishly, "Pigsy, my friend, we need backup! Lady Bone won't be vanquished easily. We need someone who can match her strength.", this piqued everybody's interest, "Backup? Who are we meeting, Mr. Sun Wukong?", Tang asked.

"We're meeting an old friend of mine. His name is Michael. He's an angel.", Wukong explained, Pigsy rolled his eyes, he was skeptical, "Oh, great! A Winged harp player with a fancy name! Just what we need!", Pigsy said, "Oh, Pigsy, don't be such a sourpuss! You'll see, Michael is not just any angel. He's warrior!", Tang exclaimed, amazing Mei and Mk, "I've heard many tales of Michael. He's legendary among the heavenly host! And defeated the devil!", Tang exclaimed excitedly.

Pigsy huffs, crossing his arms over his chest. "I still don't see why we need this Michael guy." Pigsy says stubbornly, Then Mk chimes in, "Pigsy, Lady Bone will come back stronger. We need all the help we can get to ensure her defeat. If Monkey King says Michael is our best shot, then he might be right.", then Sandy interrupts, "Land-ho!", Sandy yells as they stop at a village. Upon arrival, the crew was mesmerized by the picturesque village nestled amidst towering mountains.

The aroma of ink and paper permeated the air, adding to the allure of the surroundings. Determined in his purpose, Monkey King guided his group toward the heart of the village, maneuvering through bustling dirt paths until they discovered a delightful tea house named "The Golden Haven". Upon entering, a bell rang, and they were welcomed by a warm ambiance teeming with patrons and a collection of books.

The crew was greeted by a young girl with a warm smile. "Welcome, to the Golden Haven! How may I be of service.", the girl exclaimed cheerfully, expecting a regular or a new customer. But halted as she saw a familiar face, "Wukong?", the girl asked, Wukong sighed as he started to speak, "Hey Tripitaka.", Wukong spoke, Tripitaka, the girl started to speak, "Oh don't you dare, you don't get to come up here and act like you didn't vanish over-", Tripitaka spoke but cut herself off.

"What are you doing here?", Tripitaka said lowly, "We need help, kid.", Wukong spoke, "We?", Tripitaka asked as she turned to look at the rest of the crew, "Do you know where Michael is?", Wukong asked, Tripitaka scoffed before speaking, "He is at the back.", she said as she led them behind the tea shop, there someone was tending to a garden, "Mikey, there someone here who wants to see you.", Tripitaka spoke to the stranger, Michael turned his head and looked to see Tripitaka, he held a smile but it soon vanished upon seeing Wukong.

"Sun Wukong.", Michael said as he gritted his teeth, "Mikey, old friend, how've you been hehe.", Wukong said as he tried to hide the fear in his voice, Michael was silent for a moment before speaking, "Good, I've been Good.", there was an awkward silence before Wukong said, "Michael, we require your aid.", Michael sighed, "Of course, Monkey King. Tell me, what great foe have you encountered?", Michael spoke sarcastically, "The Lady Bone demon, Michael. She has caused havoc and destruction wherever she goes. We need your knowledge and power to stand against her.", Wukong spoke.

Michael was silent for a moment, before speaking, "Fine.", Wukong gaped in shock, "Wait, really?", As Michael stood up and walked towards the crew, "While I may still harbor some negative feelings towards you, I understand the importance of prioritizing the greater good and preventing any potential destruction to our world. Therefore, I am willing to put aside my grudges.", Michael said as he went inside his shop to get something with Tripitaka trailing him. When Michael returned holding a sheathed sword, he instructed Tripitaka to look after the store, Tripitaka didn't seem too pleased but said nothing, and so the crew was off on their journey with a new member.