Wei-Chen deeply laments the abrupt conclusion of his friendship with Jin, a sorrow that echoes at the dawn of American Born Chinese's episode 6. Desperate for a solution, he implores Guanyin to explore alternative avenues to unlock the enigmatic scroll, shunning the reliance on his father's staff. Guanyin, in her quest for answers, consults Shi Ji, a celestial artisan of jewels, who reveals a startling truth: the pendant in question is but a mere semblance, not the scroll itself. This revelation forces them to embark on a fresh pursuit, starting anew from the very beginning.
Amelia, concerned for Jin's well-being, inquires about his school life, prompting him to confide in her about his confrontation with Wei-Chen. Amidst their conversation, Jin shares a poignant detail—it's his birthday. Touched by this revelation, Amelia orchestrates a bowling bash, inviting all of Jin's friends, Wei-Chen included, to celebrate.
Jin endeavors to bridge the chasm between him and his parents, striving for reconciliation through communication. Yet, despite his efforts, the rift remains unbroken, their relationship seemingly beyond repair.
As Jin's birthday festivities commence, Wei-Chen arrives bearing a thoughtful gift—his mother's herbal powder. However, the joy is short-lived as Ji Gong's revelation about a jade pendant, potentially the fourth scroll, is interrupted by the ominous presence of Bull Demon. The party is abruptly marred as Bull Demon threatens to upend the celebrations.
When Wukong, Wei-Chen's father, arrives on the scene, he finds himself powerless to combat the menacing Bull Demon. In a shocking turn of events, Bull Demon nearly claims Wukong's life, impaling him with a fragment of his own wand, leaving it lodged in his abdomen. Witnessing his father's helplessness, Wei-Chen is consumed by grief and self-recrimination.
Meanwhile, Jin's parents uncover his deception, a ploy to bring them together under the guise of family unity. Their relationship hangs precariously on the brink, with Jin's mother, plagued by a headache, refusing to eat, further exacerbating their fragile bond.
As Amelia and Jin's friends depart after the birthday bash, Jin discovers the grim truth—Sun Wukong, Wei-Chen's father, has fallen into the clutches of Bull Demon. This revelation serves as a jarring reminder of the dangers lurking in the shadows, casting a pall over the evening's festivities.
