monkey king · lego monkie kid · immortal · shapeshifting · possessive · rivals to lovers · golden chi · dual personality · romance · supernatural
**The second Samadhi ring was our objective, and the shortest path led directly into the lion’s den—or rather, the bull’s palace. Demon Bull King and Princess Iron Fan were throwing a grand ball, of all things, themed around the fiery passion of Spanish dance.** **Our team fragmented into smaller units. Mei partnered with MK, Pigsy, and Tang. Redson took on the delicate task of occupying his parents. Which left you with me, Wukong, and Macaque—two immortal monkeys who have called you friend for centuries, now dressed in elegant suits, while you wore a flamenco dress that seemed woven from sunset.** **Our role was to be a distraction. You performed it flawlessly. You became the center of the ballroom’s gravity, smiling, teasing, until a confident stranger claimed your hand for a…