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K i n g G e s a r of Tibet The Legend from ling King Gesar (about 1038-1119 AD) was a legendary Tibetan hero who was born in Dege County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. Later generations called him King Gesar of Ling. According to legend, King Gesar is also the incarnation of the Guru Rinpoche and his wisdom, compassion and power. Chapter 61 The Demon Receives Punishment With A Saddle On His Neck; Gyatsa Drinks Enemy Blood And Departs This World The Capture and Public Humiliation of White Tent King Zhale and Danma each took an arm and lifted White Tent King. Just as they were about to draw their swords, Gesar said, "Don't let him off easily. He must be made to taste some hardship." They stripped him of his weapons and bound him with ropes. The two Baturu who had been following him had no path of escape and no courage to rescue him; like dogs, they were escorted along with White Tent King into the city. Seeing their king captured, the Baturu inside and outside the city surrendered their weapons one by one, begging for their lives. Some wailed in agony, some said White Tent King deserved this fate; others knelt before King Gesar, pleading for White Tent King's life and offering gifts. When Zhale and Danma brought White Tent King to the eastern gate square, White Tent King fell to his knees. Gesar sang in a high, resonant tone: "I hate, I hate, my wrath is hard to quell, I have never bullied the weak, Nor ever provoked acts of aggression. Against those who rely on strength to run amok and stir up trouble, I have never let them go unpunished. Between our Lingga and the Hor regions, There was no unclear border over grazing mountains, No dispute over castle territories, Not even a quarrel as thin as a single horsehair. Yet now, conflict towers like Mount Meru! Our Lingga lived peacefully, content with our lot, Protecting our borders and people, never encroaching an inch on others' land. You, the twelve tribes of Hor Achin, Relying on your strength, invaded our region, Plunging Ling's black-haired common folk Into the suffering and misery of war's calamity! All the evil deeds you have committed, Today is the time to settle each one. That eastern city of Jaka Renmao, Even Ling's own people cannot visit at will— How could we allow you Hor to reduce it to ashes! That sacred land where all who see it offer blessings, Even Ling's divine descendants dare not pluck its flowers— How could we allow your Hor armies to camp there! That Datang Chamou plain of Matiyada, Where brothers dare not gather to shoot arrows— How could we allow your Hor troops to run wild there! That turbulent, boundless ford of the Yellow River, Where Ling people dare not casually draw water— How could we allow your Hor soldiers to pollute it! For the hero Gyatsa Xiega, There has never been one who did not praise and extol him— How could we allow your Hor Sinba to slaughter him! Those thirty heroic brothers, Words of mockery or scorn were never heard— How could we allow you Hor to treat them as enemies! First, for destroying our Ling's sacred images and scriptures, Second, for obstructing us, the great heroes, Third, to avenge the blood debt of my martyred Gyatsa, Fourth, to repay the hatred of our Ling heroes, Fifth, to cleanse the shame suffered by Ling's people, And moreover, for the common folk of Jambudvipa, That they may no longer suffer your harm and oppression! All the evil vows you have uttered, Today, each one returns upon yourself." After singing, he placed a golden saddle upon White Tent King's neck, put a golden bridle in his mouth, and brandished his sword like a whip, driving him to run three circuits each to the east, west, south, and north. When King Gesar mounted the golden saddle on White Tent King's back, White Tent King lost even a sesame seed's worth of courage, like bees scattered by a gale, or an old ox chased by a leather whip. White Tent King knelt on the ground and sang a plea for mercy to King Gesar, offering all the gold, silver, and treasures of the Hor Kingdom as compensation, hoping to exchange them for his life. Hearing this coward speak thus, Gesar's fury only intensified. He immediately cleaved White Tent King in two. The Sparrowhawk's Vengeance and Gyatsa’s Final Release A sparrowhawk that had been secluded in the city tower flew down and landed on White Tent King's corpse, cawing with a huge sound in exultation. It examined the scene from head to toe, witnessed White Tent King's final fate, and thus fulfilled its vow from a past life. Shaking its wings and clacking its beak, it was now utterly satisfied. Gesar said, "I still must punish Meruze and take him to Ling to be dealt with. Please rest assured, elder brother." The sparrowhawk, however, said, "This Sinba fled in fear the moment he saw me. Because I pursued him relentlessly, he broke the vow we two made in our previous lives, bringing misfortune. The responsibility lies not with him, but with me. At the start of the Hor-Ling war, he repeatedly tried to stop the fighting from the beginning. Moreover, you two were brothers in a past life, so you must not harm his life. My wish is now fulfilled, and I should cast off this sparrowhawk's body to go to another realm." After speaking, it beat its wings a few times and soared into the boundless sky. Tangze Yuzhou's Surrender and the Fall of Hor In the city of Zhangqing Kema Baizong, Tangze Yuzhou thought, "The Ling army has been in Hor for several days. What was expected has happened. I must hasten to pay respects to the Great Lion King." He then donned his full armor, equipped his three weapons, mounted his swift horse, and galloped toward Yaze City. As he neared Yaze City, he saw the Ling army gathered at the eastern square. Tangze hurriedly dismounted, holding a pure white Khata scarf, and went among the Ling troops, saying, "I am Tangze Yuzhou, come to surrender to King Gesar of Ling and the great Ling army." He then proceeded to the center of the Ling army, kowtowed before King Gesar, and presented his helmet, armor, warhorse, and weapons before the king's presence. Offering the white Khata as a token of introduction, he prostrated himself and knelt on the ground. The king, knowing his character, naturally accepted him with great pleasure. From that day on, Tangze Yuzhou retained his original name. The Great Lion King, with a compassionate heart, took him on as a minister, to Tangze's great joy and gratitude. The Hor Kingdom's defeat was like a landslide. Some old Hor ministers who refused to surrender fled in all directions, only to be captured one by one by Ling's generals and soldiers. King Gesar personally sought out the despicable Duoqin and sent him to his doom. Gesar then instructed Zumu to quickly pack her belongings and prepare to return to Ling. Gesar and the Ling generals and soldiers, with one concerted effort, also annihilated Black Tent King. The Heart-Wrenching Fate of Zumu's Child When Gesar returned, he saw Zumu carrying a child on her back and immediately darkened his expression. "Where are you taking that demon king's bastard?" "My king, I beg you to let me take him. Though he is White Tent King's flesh and blood, he is also my own child, a piece of my own body. He hasn't been weaned yet; without his mother, he cannot survive," Zumu pleaded. "The child is innocent." "You still have such a compassionate heart! How many of our Ling children did the Hor King kill! How many heroes died under their blades! Quickly abandon this child and come with me!" Zumu understood Gesar's feelings at this moment, yet she could not bear to leave her nursing child. Her heart felt as if it would break! Seeing the king already walking ahead, Zumu looked once more at her sleeping son, kissed his face, placed him in a storeroom, and prayed in her heart that someone might raise him and not let him starve. Zumu wiped the tears from her face, gritted her teeth, and left the storeroom, looking back every few steps. Seeing Zumu come out alone to follow him, the Lion King's heart still could not let go of the child. He thought, the child is of enemy blood; when grown, he would still harbor hostility. One should uproot the grass to prevent future trouble. Therefore, he turned back, killed the child, and only then led Zumu out of Dungga Sangju City to find Gijum Yixi.

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K i n g G e s a r of Tibet The Legend from ling King Gesar (about 1038-1119 AD) was a legendary Tibetan hero who was born in Dege County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. Later generations called him King Gesar of Ling. According to legend, King Gesar is also the incarnation of the Guru Rinpoche and his wisdom, compassion and power. Chapter 80 The King's Divine Arrow Prevails With Celestial Aid; Heroes Storm The Jiang Camp To Rescue Chao Tong Celestial Portents and the King's Decisive Arrow The next morning, as the Ling army was making prayers to the deities, they suddenly witnessed a strange spectacle in the sky. Amidst rolling, multicolored clouds, three distinct clouds—white, yellow, and black—appeared. Between these clouds, two large camps were pitched. The tents shimmered with a dazzling, brilliant light. Above the two camps arched two rainbows. These camps were the divine camp of the White Brahma King and the demonic camp of the Black Demon God of the Jiang region. The rainbows above the opposing camps clashed in the sky like two colorful dragons locked in combat. Both the Jiang and Ling people watched in astonishment. At this moment, the Great Lion King Gesar of Ling thought: The war situation is extremely tense now. The scene in the sky is an omen bestowed by the gods. Victory will go to whichever side has the greater kingly authority. Whether the black karma or the white karma will triumph will be decided today. The King then addressed the heroes of Ling: "Whether we achieve victory in today's battle rests entirely in your hands. The two rainbows in the sky are changeable and unpredictable. Whichever rainbow can sever the other will claim victory for its side." The heroes were all greatly excited upon hearing this. On the Jiang side, people saw the rainbows merely as a marvel, unaware of their connection to the war's outcome. Believing it to be a manifestation of their demon gods, they followed the earlier words of the bird, slaughtering their divine horses and divine cattle as offerings to the demon gods. The remaining horse and beef were distributed among the troops. At this time, Chao Tong was about to hurl his curse-offering towards the rainbow symbolizing the demon gods. Seething with anger, sparks flew from the offering in his hand. Just as he was about to throw it, the Great Lion King stopped him: "Uncle, hold your offering for now; it is not yet the time to cast it. One of the rainbows in the sky is a sign of the celestial gods coming to aid me, Gesar, in subduing the enemy. We must not let your offering mistakenly harm this rainbow. When I descended to the mortal realm, my father, the White Brahma King, bestowed upon me the divine thunderbolt arrow that can fly. Now is the moment to use it." As he spoke, he took out the divine arrow and his precious bow. Chao Tong, however, said, "Nephew, hold your action. Let your uncle handle this." The two argued back and forth for a while. Chief Steward Rongtsa Chagen said: "Chao Tong has the merit of rescuing the heroine from prison, for which I should let him boast. But today is no ordinary day; the Great King Gesar must personally display his divine might. Great King, you should shoot the arrow to lead the way. In today's battle, we must achieve an immediate victory." The thoughts of all the heroes aligned with what the Chief Steward said. The Great King Gesar nocked his arrow and declared: "If I, Joru, cannot shoot and sever that rainbow above the black demon camp at its waist, then I have boasted of being a hero in vain." With these words, he let the arrow fly. Immediately, flames, hailstones, and lightning filled the sky and earth. The soul-binding rainbow of the black demons vanished into thick smoke, like bird feathers consumed by fierce fire. Seeing this, panic erupted among the Jiang ranks. The flames, fanned by the wind, swept towards the Jiang camp, burning countless soldiers to death and throwing the Jiang army into disarray. Seeing this, Chao Tong thought it an excellent opportunity to claim merit and took the chance to hurl his curse-offering towards the place where the demon gods resided. Divine Clash, Chao Tong's Capture, and Desperate Pleas At this moment, the Jiang protector god, the White Sky Demon God, angrily shot an arrow at the rainbow above the Brahma God's camp. No sooner had the arrow been loosed than it encountered the curse-offering thrown by Chao Tong, which was flying towards it wreathed in roaring flames. The demon arrow dared not proceed and was forced to turn back, in its confusion striking and killing over forty demon soldiers in its own camp. Simultaneously, the divine rainbow of the White Brahma King also vanished. The divine soldiers of Brahma transformed into armored warriors wielding weapons and engaged the demon soldiers in fierce combat. In the end, the divine soldiers achieved a great victory and pursued the fleeing remnants relentlessly. The demon soldiers were utterly defeated and scattered in all directions. The White Demon God knew this defeat was caused by Chao Tong's thrown offering deflecting his arrow. Consumed with rage towards Chao Tong, he cast down from mid-air a solar divine lasso and a lunar divine iron hook, which flew towards Chao Tong like a magnet attracting a needle. Chao Tong, caught off guard, was seized as effortlessly as a rabbit snatched by a mountain eagle. Chao Tong cried out loudly: "Warriors from the eight great camps of the Ling army, come quickly to save me! Especially you, nephew Great King Gesar, show your prowess now! The deities of Lingga possess boundless power, display it now! What use are men and gods hiding in their tents? How can the Ling kingdom manage without your uncle? The land of Ling cannot be without me!" The Ling people heard Chao Tong's distant cries for help, but it was too late to shoot arrows in rescue. Both Chao Tong and his warhorse fell into the hands of the Jiang people. Taken to the Jiang camp, Chao Tong was so terrified he fainted. After a good while, he regained consciousness. Opening his eyes, he saw himself surrounded by Jiang soldiers. Standing beside him were three big men with black beards, each brandishing a sharp blade in front of Chao Tong's face, making his goat-like beard tremble with fear. He couldn't utter a word. Minister Boidoi said to the three black-bearded men: "This man threw a curse-offering yesterday, causing the death of many of our soldiers. Today he gets his just deserts; send him before the God of Death! This is a kindness bestowed by the White Sky Demon God!" Then, with a beaming smile, he sang: Devoutly I pray to the White Sky Demon God, Devoutly I pray to the Variegated Demon God of the mid-air, Devoutly I pray to the Black Earth Demon God, Please help me realize my desires. The inferior horse that runs amok among the herd, Is the horse that harms the herd, cursed by all. The petty man who stirs up trouble among people, Chao Tong, your crimes are exceedingly great. Today on this field, two armies clash in battle, It was you who cast the curse-offering, working evil magic. Sudden, roaring flames came flying over, Making it hard for our demon gods to withstand. This morning when the divine and demon camps clashed, The sky was filled with fiery light piercing the clouds. The flaming offering charged towards our demon camp, Causing great losses to our demon camp's men and horses. I am the leader of the eight divisions, feared by all, Yet you dared to make an enemy of me. Truly your crimes are heinous and unforgivable, Go now and report to King Yama! You three burly men, do not delay your actions, Tie him up tightly with five-flower bonds. Bind his four limbs tight like a ball of thread, Then throw him in the water to feed the fish and shrimp. Hearing Boidoi's words, Chao Tong believed his time had come. Trembling with fear and utterly drained, he couldn't speak. The three burly men took ropes and prepared to bind him and throw him into the river. At this moment, Chao Tong suddenly conceived a plan and tried to deceive them with lies: "I beg you to imprison me for a few more days. I have important words to tell you. Today, in this bright daylight, whether led astray by demons or struck by heavenly calamity, I have fallen into your hands. You leaders, radiant as the sun in the sky, spare this most incapable man! I have important information to tell you. The so-called World Lion King is but an empty title; I know best what abilities he truly has. The so-called thirty heroes are also merely empty names; I am clear on what stuff they are really made of. As for that Chief Steward, he is advanced in years and cannot exert great strength. That Bara Senda Adong is actually a coward. I beg you, leaders, do not kill me yet. Tomorrow I have important intelligence to share with everyone." Chao Tong used these words to buy time, hoping to find an opportunity to escape. The Heroic Rescue Charge While Chao Tong was wrangling with the Jiang men, the heroes within the Ling army all agreed they should go to rescue him. Each was eager to charge forward and bring him back. Especially Seba Niben Daya, who shouted loudly: "Heroes, follow me and charge!" At his call, ten heroes—Zhale Zejie, Wenbu Alubasen, Mujang Renqing Daru, Danma, Bara, Sinba, Gade, Gongba, Mudu Jiana Jibu, and the heroine Adanam—donned armor and helmets and set out. Each wore precious swords, their three companion weapons gleaming coldly, while white divine lassos danced in their hands. Led by Niben, Sinba, and Danma, they charged together towards the Jiang camp. The Jiang soldiers fell into immediate chaos, looking like headless flies crashing about everywhere; like black earth turned over by a plowshare, collapsing to one side; like bamboo poles thrust into water, bending and breaking. Each man scrambled for a path of escape. Seeing rescuers arrive, Chao Tong shouted loudly: "Niben! Zhale! Your uncle is here!" The heroes charged straight into the Jiang camp and rescued Chao Tong. Chao Tong immediately mounted his warhorse and galloped into the ranks of the heroes. Amidst the battle cries of the charging Ling heroes, Chao Tong swung his blade, cutting the yak-tail divine banner in front of the Jiang tents into three pieces and hacking the tents until they leaned precariously, throwing the enemy camp into disarray. Zhale shot over twenty silver-feathered arrows, killing countless enemies. Niben shot over twenty gold-feathered arrows, also killing countless foes. Wenbu Alubasen and Mujang Renqing Daru hacked and thrust with blades and spears, each killing over twenty armored soldiers. Danma, Sinba, Bara, and others fiercely chopped with blades and axes, each killing over fifty armored soldiers. The heroine Adanam and Gongba, brandishing arrows, blades, and long spears, each killed over thirty armored soldiers. Just as everyone was about to return, the three burly men of Jiang each threw a lasso of flame and lightning, which looped around the necks of Bara, Gade, and Sinba. The three immediately turned their horses, swung their blades, and severed the demon lassos of the three burly men. Seeing the day's battle situation turning against them, the Jiang fierce commanders had no choice but to withdraw, fleeing into their castle to defend, not daring to come out and engage again. Triumphant Return and Celebration Having rescued Chao Tong, the Ling people returned to their camp as the sun set. Elated by their victory in battle, the heroes that evening relaxed and enjoyed tea, snacks, and meat, spending a night of clear moonlight and gentle breeze in joyful revelry.

King Gesar (about 1038-1119 AD) was a legendary Tibetan hero who was born in Dege County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. Later generations called him King Gesar of Ling. According to legend, King Gesar is also the incarnation of the Guru Rinpoche and his wisdom, compassion and power. The Legend from ling King Gesar (about 1038-1119 AD) was a legendary Tibetan hero who was born in Dege County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. Later generations called him King Gesar of Ling. According to legend, King Gesar is also the incarnation of the Guru Rinpoche and his wisdom, compassion and power. K i n g G e s a r of Tibet Chapter 11 Joru transforms into a beautiful woman Chapter 12 Danma’s divine arrow kills little Lusa, and Nangwa charges alone into the great Ling camp Chapter 13 A palace is built to repay the merchant's kindness, and the people of Ling relocate to Ma region to escape natural disasters Chapter 14 Chao tong’s fury and Dan Sa’s silent resolve Chapter 15 Chao Tong hosts a grand banquet to plan the horse race, the people of Ling make good wishes to welcome Joru Chapter 16 The pearl maiden shows gratitude and searches for Joru and his mother, the divine son transforms to test the maiden's heart Chapter 17 With divine help, the thousand-mile steed is captured; Zumu's witty praise for Jang Gapeibu Chapter 18 Testing Zumu's affection with an illusion, confirming true intentions to grant the saddle and bridle for the divine horse Chapter 19 Chao Tong schemes to seize the divine steed, Dunpa Kyenzen sacrifices the precious saddle for the greater good Chapter 20 The horse racing festival: heroes display their might, seven women harbor different intentions Chapter 21 Defeating three demons, the divine heir rides across the racetrack; testing the crowd, Joru probes loyalty and betrayal Chapter 22 Winning the horse racing championship and ascending the golden throne, the Lion King grants titles to benefit the mountain region Chapter 23 The heavenly mother commands the King to practice the true dharma; the Black Demon causes havoc, and Meisa is captured Chapter 24 To save Meisa, the Lion King vows to defeat the demon; wishing to keep her husband, Zumu offers medicinal wine Chapter 25 Campaigning in the northern lands, Gesar manages state affairs; bidding farewell, Queen Zumu pleads with her loved one to stay Chapter 26 Devoted Zumu rides to pursue the Great King; the affectionate divine son aids his wife in returning to her hometown Chapter 27 Tuibagawa captures the Demon Kingdom's beauty; Adanamu teaches the secret method to subdue demons Chapter 28 Using strategy and a token to pass three trials; wielding divine power to defeat demons and subdue Qinen Chapter 29 The Celestial crane carries out its mission to confuse the soul-binding bird; Meisa speaks of her resentment and pours out her inner suffering Chapter 30 Setting a trap to obtain the Demon King's fatal secret; defeating Lutsan to save the Demon Kingdom from suffering Chapter 31 The White Tent King sends four birds to search for the beauty; the black crow spreads slander and brings calamity Chapter 32 The heroes of Ling discuss the calamity bird with passion; the veteran Danma bravely scouts enemy movements Chapter 33 Detailed account of reporting the calamity bird and receiving rewards; divining omens of fortune and misfortune, the diviner woman is punished Chapter 34 Danma uses strategy to cleverly seize the hor horses, sinba goes to battle and loses his skull cap Chapter 35 Gyatsa rides alone to brave the hor camp, Zumu's sharp words secretly mock the Darong King Chapter 36 Using illusions, Chao Tong bravely enters the enemy camp three times; cowards, fearing death, attempt to rebel Chapter 37 Setting a deadly trap, they deceive Yuda into marching to war; haunted by a nightmare, Dasa's desperate pleas go unheeded Chapter 38 Falling for a treacherous plot, Yuda perishes on the battlefield; losing his young son, the Chief Steward endures his grief Chapter 39 The Hor army invades Ling Gabu; two armies face off in a great battle on the Yellow River plains Chapter 40 Praying to the spirits, the Ling army receives divine protection; bravely defeating the Hor army, Gyatsa achieves military glory Table of content Description Table of content Description Chapter 1 Click for here for ch1 The People of the Snowy Land Suffer Great Hardships, Praying for the Gods to Descend and Subdue the Demons Chapter 2 Click for here for ch2 Avalokiteshvara Delivers the Teachings on Ox-Tail Continent:The Rakshasa King and the Divine Son Protected by the Heaven of Ultimate Form Chapter 3 Click for here for ch3 The Divine Child Fears Difficulty and Refuses to Descend. The Heavenly Deities Urge Him with Nine Divinations Chapter 4 Click for here for ch4 Seeking the Divination Deity to Resolve Doubts, Eliminate Disasters, Cure Plagues, and Receive the Dragon Maiden as a Reward Chapter 5 Click for here for ch5 A Good Omen Appears, Chief Seeks Dream Interpretation, and the Great Sage Proclaims Prophecy Chapter 6 Click for here for ch6 Avenging a Brother – Gyatsa Leads a Campaign Against the Guo Tribe, and Senlen Wins the Dragon King's Daughter Chapter 7 Click for here for ch7 Jealousy Arises – Jiafei Bullies the Dragon Maiden, Who Is Banished to the Wilderness Chapter 8 Coming soon

K i n g G e s a r of Tibet The Legend from ling King Gesar (about 1038-1119 AD) was a legendary Tibetan hero who was born in Dege County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. Later generations called him King Gesar of Ling. According to legend, King Gesar is also the incarnation of the Guru Rinpoche and his wisdom, compassion and power. Chapter 50 The King Indulges In Pleasure, Forgetting His Homeland; The Divine Steed's Tears Awaken The Amnesiac The King's Forgetfulness in the Demon Land Why had the Great Lion King Gesar not yet returned to his country? When he went north to subdue the demons, it took only three months and nine days to shoot and kill the Black Demon Lutsan. Afterward, he performed many virtuous deeds in the Demon Kingdom, freeing its beings from Lutsan's oppression and bringing them peace and happiness. Thus, three full years passed. Once everything in the demon lands was settled, Gesar prepared to return to the Ling Kingdom. He appointed the old shepherd Qinen as a minister of the Demon Kingdom to manage its affairs. Just as all this was arranged, the two consorts, Meisa Bungji and Adanam, approached the Great Lion King and offered him fine wine. After drinking, Gesar completely forgot about returning home. Day after day, he sat on the white lotus throne in the Nine-Spired Demon Palace, playing chess with Qinen, drinking and singing with Meisa and Adanam, indulging in pleasure and revelry. It turned out that Consort Meisa, having lived in the Demon Kingdom for so long, had inevitably been influenced by the demons. She was unwilling to return to Ling, fearing both that Zumu would steal the king's favor from her and that she had grown accustomed to the life of pleasure in the demon lands. So, together with Adanam, she gave the king wine laced with a drug, causing him to forget his past, forget Ling, and forget Zumu. Adanam, born and raised in the Demon Kingdom, was the sister of the Demon King Lutsan. Out of admiration for Gesar, she had helped him subdue the Black Demon. Naturally, she also had no desire to leave the Demon Kingdom. Seeing that Meisa shared her sentiments, she was happy to assist. Gesar lived days of extraordinary joy—by day, entertained by his ministers; by night, accompanied to bed by consorts as beautiful as celestial maidens. His mind grew muddled, unaware of how many days or months had passed. The Soul-Binding Crane's Warning When Ling was invaded by the Hor and Zumu sent the soul-binding white crane with a letter to the Nine-Spired Demon Palace, Gesar was playing dice with Qinen for amusement. Lifting his head abruptly, Gesar saw the crane in the sky, but he no longer remembered it was Ling's soul-binding bird. Instead, he asked in surprise, "Ah! What kind of bird is this that I've never seen before? Bird, where do you come from?" The white crane stretched its neck and sang to the Great Lion King: The home of the sun and moon, Lies on the high mountains of the east; After dispelling darkness, they set in the west, Never lingering long at the zenith. The home of the white thick clouds, Lies in the south of Jambudvipa; After bringing shade, they drift northward, Never floating forever in the void. The home of the azure cuckoo, Lies on the mountains of Menyu in the south; After changing the climate, it returns to the forest, Never dwelling forever in the north. The home of the white sheep, Lies by the beautiful shepherd's pen; After grazing on green grass, they return to the fold, Never remaining forever on the grassland. Gesar, King of Jambudvipa, Born in a place envied by all, Having subdued the demons, you should return home, Not spend your life in the demon city of Yar Kong. I am Ling's soul-binding bird, Carrying the queen's letter to the north; The people of Ling suffer calamity, Great King, you must swiftly return to your homeland. The white crane's song helped the Great Lion King regain his memory. He thought of Ling again, of Queen Zumu. Gesar mused: When new clouds gather at dawn, sunlight surely will not appear; when fog shrouds the great river, villages surely will not be seen; when Ling sends its soul-binding bird, the news surely is not auspicious. Descending from the lotus throne to retrieve the letter hanging from the crane's neck, he continued to ponder: A gale in midsummer foretells drought; a cold snap in early spring foretells frozen earth; a severe frost in autumn foretells ruined crops; a warm winter foretells blurred seasons; when Ling's divine bird flies to the demon lands, surely turmoil and war are afoot. As he opened the letter, Queen Zumu's message indeed brought dire tidings: the Hor had surrounded Ling, seeking to seize her as consort for the White Tent King, and she implored the king to return quickly to rescue them from peril. Upon reading the letter, the past confusion vanished from Gesar's mind, leaving it clear as a mirror. He decided to depart immediately for Ling, to defeat the Hor King and save his subjects. The Consorts' Deception and the Fox's Plea Meisa Bungji and Adanam once again approached the Great Lion King, graceful and smiling—one holding a jug, the other a bowl—as they offered him wine: Great King, Your face is like the full moon on the fifteenth night, Why is the bright moon shrouded in dark clouds? Your eyes are like stars at dawn, Why do sparks of lightning flash within them? Your heart is as kind as a bodhisattva's, Why are you filled with such blazing wrath? As they sang and offered wine, Gesar, anxious and thirsty, drank a cup as if it were tea. Unaware of the wine's potency—that it would induce sleep and forgetfulness—he fell into the trap laid by Meisa and Adanam, who had overheard the conversation between the white crane and the king and intended to stop his return. Sure enough, Gesar forgot everything once more and resumed a life of ease and pleasure with his consorts. Thus, another three years passed—the same three years Zumu had used her wits to delay the Hor. One day, the little magpie sent by Zumu with a message alighted on the city gate where Gesar and his two consorts were singing. Seeing the bird, Meisa immediately said, "Great King, just as we are enjoying ourselves, this bird comes to cause trouble again. Quickly, shoot it!" Gesar drew his bow and shot the little magpie dead at the city gate—the very scene Zumu had seen in her magic mirror. Not long after the magpie's death, a red fox came and pawed at the city gate. Gesar, upon seeing the beautiful fox, prepared to shoot again, but the fox spat out half of a golden ring from its mouth. Seeing the dazzling golden ring, Gesar put away his bow and arrow and approached the red fox: "Sister Fox, give me that ring. I won't shoot you; I'll even reward you." The red fox spat the ring into Gesar's hand and relayed the message Zumu had entrusted to it, concluding: "Great Lion King, Queen Zumu has been pressured for three years, Ling has been besieged for three years, and the people have suffered for three years. Why have you not returned?" The ring illuminated Gesar's heart, restoring his memory and making him realize that the years of delay were due to Meisa. He resolved to return to Ling immediately and vowed never to drink the wine offered by Consort Meisa again. Knowing that any further delay risked Zumu being taken, he thought: First, I'll shoot an arrow to frighten the Hor King. Perhaps that will buy more time. With time, I can return and personally punish the wicked White Tent King. Gesar silently recited: Arrow! Do not be scorched by fire, swept away by water, damaged by blades, or blown away by wind. Divine demon-subduing arrow, fly swiftly to the great tent of the Hor King. The divine arrow, bearing Gesar's blessings and the Great Lion King's might, flew toward the great tent of the White Tent King of Hor and struck the pillar above the tiger-skin throne—the very arrow that even the White Tent King could not pull out, the arrow that frightened him into considering retreat. But Gesar had not anticipated the traitor Chao Tong, who revealed the truth to the White Tent King. The Divine Steed's Lament and the Final Awakening Learning that Gesar intended to return to Ling, Meisa Bungji and Adanam knew that offering wine would no longer work. Instead, they prepared a lavish feast, claiming it was a farewell banquet for the king, but laced the food with the amnesia-inducing drug. Unaware, Gesar happily ate the meal and ordered the two consorts to prepare for departure immediately after. After the meal, as before, Gesar forgot about returning home. Joyful days flew by once more—another three years passed. It was now the ninth year since Gesar had come to the northern Demon Kingdom. Queen Zumu had been captive of the Hor for three years. The eloquent divine steed Jang Gapeibu grew increasingly anxious, yearning intensely to return to Ling. Fearing it might awaken the king, Meisa secretly fitted it with an iron bridle, iron hobbles, tethered it to an iron pillar as tall as a man, and locked it in a small dark room. How could such a divine creature endure such mistreatment? It soon broke free from its prison and fled back to Mount Meru. One day, King Gesar suddenly thought of Jang Gapeibu and asked Meisa about it. Unaware of the steed's whereabouts, she had no choice but to truthfully report that the horse had vanished. Enraged, the king set out on foot, crossing mountains and ridges in search. When he climbed the northern Red Heart Mountain, which stood like confronting great bears, he saw the mist-wrapped sacred mountain of Ling, Machen Pomra. Filled with both joy and melancholy, he prayed to the deities of Ling and the heavenly mother, asking them to display their power and summon back his steed. Soon, a white cloud rose from the peak of Machen Pomra, soaring into the blue sky and instantly arriving before the king. As if in a dream, it carried him to the summit of Mount Meru. There, the divine horse pawed the ground three times with its front hooves, neighed loudly three times, and galloped toward the king, shedding tears. The king sang to it: Swift messenger, come quickly! Chestnut divine steed, do not be angry, The swift wind is not as fast as you, The rainbow is not as splendid as you, The fierce tiger is not as mighty as you, The great lion is not as majestic as you, Your endurance surpasses even the white vulture's! You and I came together from the heavenly realm, Born together in Jambudvipa. I cherished my brother Gyatsa Xiega, And Queen Sangjang Zumu, As much as I cherish you. The ancients said: "The warrior loves his steed, The steed loves its warrior." When you gallop fiercely, my heart aches, I could never bear to whip you. But here in the northern Black Demon Kingdom, Why have you abandoned me? The Red Rabbit-like Divine Steed explained to the king: Great Lion King, you speak rightly. In the past, in our homeland Ling, Zumu cared for me like a delicate child. At sunrise each morning, A golden bowl brimmed with tender rice and butter, Often mixing sugarcane with feed, She would ask, "Divine steed, are you hungry?" When the sun reached midday, A silver bowl brimmed with fresh milk, Often mixing sugarcane with feed, Stirring it with a golden hairpin for me to drink, She would ask, "Divine steed, are you thirsty?" In summer, she set me on fragrant grasslands, Asking, "Steed, are you happy in heart?" In winter, she draped beast-skin blankets over me, Asking, "Are you cold or warm?" When you first came to the Demon Kingdom, You promised to return home in three years. But now, the demoness Consort Meisa, Placed an iron bridle on my head, Shackled my four hooves with iron hobbles, Tethered me to an iron pillar tall as a man, Gave me not a blade of grass nor a drop of water, And said, "Wild horses are hard to manage." She tricked you into drinking the bewitching wine, Making you forget past and future, Making you abandon suffering Ling, To dwell long in the Black Demon region. Regardless of the Hor's million-strong army, Like starving wolves pouncing on a flock of sheep, Hanging the hero Gyatsa's head on the enemy's walls, Seizing Zumu like a prisoner, Causing Ling's heroic brothers, To stain the yellow sands with blood, losing heads and lives. The ancients had a saying: "If one cannot recognize the first-grown leaves, There is no need to recognize later-grown seeds; If the first-born son cannot bring honor, What use is honor from later-born sons?" If you do not cherish your original homeland Ling, What meaning is there in guarding the Demon Kingdom well? If you do not protect your original wedded queen, What benefit is there in doting on the demoness Meisa? First, because you delayed your return, Second, because I longed for sacred Ling, Third, because I wished to see Zumu's suffering, Therefore, I left you far behind. If you will not allow this, Great King, set off for home at once! At Meisa's threshold, Linger no more, wandering and forgetting your return! Hearing this, the king's eyes filled with tears. He heaved three long sighs and said, "Jang Gapeibu! What you say is not wrong. Now, let us go quickly!" So saying, he mounted the divine steed, and in less than a moment, they arrived at the demon city. From horseback, the king roared at Meisa and Adanam: "Two cunning demon consorts! You tricked me into drinking muddy water, making me forget everything! Causing my divine clan to suffer enemy oppression! Imprisoning my eyeball-like steed in a dark room with an iron bridle! Your words are like a fairy's, but your hearts are demonic! Today, my steed and I will return with all speed! If you scheme again, do not blame me for being merciless!" Meisa Bungji still wanted to obstruct, but Adanam dissuaded her: "Ling has already been plundered by the Hor, Zumu has been forcibly taken as consort by the White Tent King, and King Gesar has been delayed in the demon lands for nine years. If he does not return, the heavenly deities, fierce gods, and dragon gods of the dragon realm will punish us. Do not block the king's path any longer. Do not give him the forgetfulness drug again. When the king returns to Ling, let us also pack quickly and follow him home." The thousand-mile divine steed Jang Gapeibu bore King Gesar aloft. Seeing the king's burning desire to return, Jang Gapeibu ran faster and more urgently than ever, wishing it could take the king back to Ling in a single step.

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Watching Zumu leave, Gesar was filled with regret. He thought about the long and desolate road back to Ling Gabu and how dangerous it was for her to travel alone. K i n g G e s a r of Tibet The Legend from ling King Gesar (about 1038-1119 AD) was a legendary Tibetan hero who was born in Dege County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. Later generations called him King Gesar of Ling. According to legend, King Gesar is also the incarnation of the Guru Rinpoche and his wisdom, compassion and power. CHAPTER 27: TUIBAGAWA CAPTURES THE DEMON KINGDOM'S BEAUTY; ADANAMU TEACHES THE SECRET METHOD TO SUBDUE DEMONS Gesar's Worry for Zumu and the Goddess's Guidance Watching Zumu leave, Gesar was filled with regret. He thought about the long and desolate road back to Ling Gabu and how dangerous it was for her to travel alone. “If something were to happen to Zumu before I even rescue Meisa, how could I bear it?” he thought. Remembering Zumu’s love and kindness over the years made him even more sorrowful, and he couldn’t help but sing a song expressing his worry: “I stayed behind to fight the demons, Leaving my queen Zumu to return alone. The cold northern winds cut like knives, And the sun is already setting. Zumu’s clothes are as thin as silk, The fierce winds and snow will freeze her. The vast, desolate grasslands are empty, The cries of the mother deer will frighten her. On the high, rocky mountains, The roars of wild oxen will scare her.” As his heart grew heavy with worry, Gesar thought about turning back. “People often say that kind-hearted guides are rare, faithful friends are few, and loyal couples are hard to find. Zumu has been my loving wife for three years. Can I really abandon her just to save Meisa?” Just as Gesar was about to act on his thoughts, a voice rang out from the heavens, gentle yet commanding. It was the goddess Langman Gam, who had always appeared to guide Gesar in moments of difficulty. “Gesar,” she said, “did you forget your vow in the heavenly realm? You are not going north just for Meisa. More importantly, you are going to subdue the demons and save countless lives. This is your divine mission, your sacred promise, and the hope of all beings. You cannot turn back now. Do not hesitate—move forward. Zumu will be under my protection, and your seven spiritual allies will help guide her back to Ling Gabu safely.” The goddess’s words struck Gesar like a thunderbolt, clearing his mind. He knelt to the ground and prayed, expressing his gratitude to the goddess. Then he vowed: “I, the Lion King of Ling Gabu, Gesar, Will defeat the evil black demons! I will release arrows like lightning, Piercing the demon’s head and drinking its blood. I will cut the spirit of the demon, And free all beings from its evil lair.” With renewed determination, Gesar rode north faster than ever before, turning his longing for Zumu into strength. A journey that would have taken a year, he covered in a month; a month’s journey, he traveled in a day; and in one day, he covered the distance of a single meal. Gesar Meets the Demoness Adanamu One evening, as darkness began to fall, Gesar arrived at a heart-shaped mountain. At its peak stood a square fortress with banners of human corpses hanging on all four sides, creating a horrifying sight. Gesar suspected this might be the demon land. Regardless, he decided to rest there for the night. He dismounted and knocked on the heavy gate. With a creaking sound, the gate opened slightly. Out stepped a woman as beautiful as a goddess. She sang before speaking: “Only those seeking death come to the gates of the Rakshasa. Only foolish insects seek the ant nest. Stranger, where have you come from? Perhaps the heavens have sent me my dinner.” The woman then smirked and said, “Hey, you at the gate! Why have you come to our demon land? You look extraordinary, so I’ll spare your life for now. But if my brother Lutsan sees you, escaping will be impossible. Why are you still standing there? Run while you can!” Gesar did not move. Instead, he replied with a song: “I’ve come to subdue demons at the gates of the Rakshasa. Just as insects invade the ant’s lair, I, the Lion King Gesar, Will first subdue you, demon woman!” With that, Gesar stepped forward, grabbed the demoness by her collar, and pushed her to the ground. Her gold and silver jewelry scattered across the floor. Kneeling on her chest, Gesar drew his crystal dagger and sang: “I, the demon-subduing king, am blazing with fury! Your death has arrived, demoness! The red garuda flying high in the sky Feasts on the lowly black dragon. The lion atop the snowy mountains Subdues the jade dragon of the south. The striped tiger, king of the mountains, Keeps all wild beasts in check. The great whale of the ocean depths Feeds on other sea creatures. And this crystal dagger in my hand Will cut your heart and open your belly!” With his dagger pressed to her throat, Gesar demanded, “Speak! Who are you? Where is this place? And where can I find the black demon Lutsan?” Adanamu’s Assistance and Gesar’s Departure Faced with Gesar’s crystal dagger, the demoness knew she was no match for him and decided to tell the truth. “I am a demoness of the north, and my name is Adanamu. The black demon Lutsan is my brother. This is the border between Ling Gabu and the demon land, and my brother ordered me to guard it. Oh, Lion King Gesar, I have long admired your reputation, which echoes like the roar of a dragon across Jambudvipa. Just as a beautiful peacock loves the jade dragon, hearing your name fills my heart with joy. Gesar, you have stolen this maiden’s heart.” Hearing Adanamu’s confession, Gesar sheathed his dagger and asked, “Will you help me defeat the black demon Lutsan?” “I will do whatever you ask, my king!” she replied. “But he is your brother!” “Yes, but I am tired of living in this demon land. If you don’t mind, I will gladly become your devoted companion. You will never lack food or drink, for I can provide good tea and wine. You will never feel discomfort, for I have fine silk tents. And you will never worry, for I, Adanamu, will ease your troubles.” The sincerity of Adanamu’s words and her beauty deeply moved Gesar. Her flawless, radiant skin, graceful figure, and stunning features captivated him. Thus, Gesar and Adanamu became husband and wife. The two were inseparable—when Gesar went out, Adanamu accompanied him on horseback hunts; when they stayed home, she sang and danced for him. Time passed blissfully, but one day, Gesar was struck by a sudden realization: the demons were still undefeated, and he could not allow himself to stay here any longer. However, he worried that Adanamu might not let him leave. Without her help, defeating Lutsan would be far more difficult. Seeing Gesar’s growing restlessness, the clever Adanamu understood everything. She knew she could not keep him from fulfilling his mission, so she decided to help him. One day, she prepared a lavish feast, surprising Gesar. “My queen, what’s the occasion for such a grand banquet?” “It’s a farewell feast for you, my king,” Adanamu replied with a smile. “A farewell feast?” “Yes. How can you stay here in peace while Lutsan remains undefeated? Tonight, I will tell you the secrets of defeating him and help you secure victory.” “My queen…” Gesar was moved beyond words. He never expected Adanamu to be so understanding of his mission, prioritizing the greater good above all else. In his heart, he couldn’t help but think of Zumu, who had tried to stop him from coming north to fight the demons. Adanamu then said, “As you journey further north, you will face many more demons and countless challenges. Take this ring, and do exactly as I tell you. With this, you will surely succeed.” Adanamu removed the ring from her finger and solemnly handed it to Gesar, whispering instructions into his ear for a long time. Gesar nodded repeatedly, finally understanding the key to defeating Lutsan. With great reluctance, Gesar and Adanamu bid each other farewell. Following the path she had pointed out, Gesar set off on his journey to the demon land.