Wukong finally grasped the profound secret of Bagua and managed to escape the Bagua Oven along with Tao Yao, who also preserved her life.
After Wukong fed her an elixir, Tao Yao chewed it twice and swallowed it, then felt a bit more energetic, opened her eyes, and bowed to Laozi, saying, "Thank you for the elixir, kind sir."
Laozi said, "I tricked you by giving you an elixir, so there's no need to thank me. In fact, you're at a loss yourself."
Tao Yao hastily said, "Kind sir, please don't say more."
Laozi nodded and said no more.
Tao Yao, revived, smiled at Wukong and asked, "Sun Wukong, have you found my father yet? I miss him so much!"
Wukong gave a wry smile, as the Four Great Continents were boundless; where could he find him? He said, "This kind sir tricked you, owing you a huge favor, and he possesses vast divine skills. He might just know where your father is. Why not ask him?"
