Great Emperor Zhenwu summoned the Ancient Buddha from Mount Meru and together they entered the Western Celestial Gate to visit the Celestial Palace.
Great Emperor Zhenwu inquired of a Heavenly General, "Where did that monkey head go?"
"Reporting to the Protective Sage True Lord, that monkey head is formidable. He beheaded your subordinate, Wang Lingguan, and hung his head on his belt. He then rushed to Yao Pond where a master from there engaged him in battle," the Heavenly General explained hurriedly upon seeing Great Emperor Zhenwu, and then he noticed Tathagata arriving and quickly paid his respects.
Tathagata said, "No need for formalities; let this young general simply lead us there. I will personally subdue that Demon Monkey."
Upon seeing Great Emperor Zhenwu nod, the Heavenly General then led Tathagata and him toward Yao Pond.
