The Apricot Fairy said with a smile, "Old Immortal has summoned such joyous festivities tonight, would you care to share a couplet or two?"
The Cloud-Dispersing Elder replied, "We merely recite a few verses in jest, not worth listening to. It's really the Holy Monk's verses from the Great Tang that are truly admirable and enviable."
He then conveyed the poem Xuanzang had just recited in full to the Apricot Fairy.
Upon hearing this, the Apricot Fairy also became spirited and said, "This lowly one has little talent and shouldn't embarrass herself. However, after hearing such exquisite verses, I couldn't help but itch to try. With much reluctance, I present a piece for your guidance and advice."
