It was said that as Wukong was about to seize the Plain-colored Cloud Banner, the Queen Mother sensed it and knew immediately that something was amiss. She quickly informed the Three Xiaos.
The hearts of the Three Xiaos sank when they learned of their brother's peril. Zhao Gongming, a man once listed on the Investiture of the Gods, if slain again, would indeed vanish like smoke, becoming nothing more than a painted cake. In a panic, they descended to the mortal world first and witnessed Yuan Hong savagely beating Zhao Gongming to death.
Yuan Hong, showing his teeth in a grin, said, "You three little ladies, don't talk big, be careful your tongue doesn't snap in the wind."
Bi Xiao, grief-stricken, shouted angrily, "Demon Monkey, today you shall surely die alongside my brother!"
Yuan Hong cackled strangely, "Even if you kill me, I can still ascend to the Deification Platform and won't die with your brother! Heh heh!"
