136: Houtu's agreement, the sincerity of the Three Pure Ones

Under the lead of a Great Witch, Li Yun and his group quickly entered the Wu Clan Territory.

Along the way, because they were led by a Great Witch, they did not encounter any obstacles or questioning.

Before long, the group arrived at the tribal lands of Ancestral Witch Houtu.

“Welcome, Fellow Daoists!”

At this moment, Houtu had come to the area outside the tribe. Seeing Li Yun and his party arrive, she offered a quiet salute.

However, her gaze was mostly focused on Li Yun and the Three Pure Ones.

She didn't quite understand why Li Yun would bring the Three Pure Ones here, and even so many other Cultivators!

But out of trust for Li Yun, Houtu did not show any sign of being unwelcoming. Instead, she took the initiative to come out and greet them, giving the Three Pure Ones and the others plenty of Face.

“Greetings, Ancestral Witch Houtu!”

“Greetings, Ancestral Witch Houtu!”

“...”

Unsurprisingly, the Three Pure Ones and the others all returned the salute one after another.

To be honest, their impression of Houtu improved significantly because she had come out to welcome them.

Especially the Three Pure Ones.

Having fought against the Ancestral Witches for so many years, they knew all too well what it meant for Houtu to come out and greet them.

After exchanging glances, Laozi, Yuanshi, and Tongtian stepped forward, saluted, and said, “Ancestral Witch Houtu, we have come this time to ask for a favor!”

“As for the specific details, you may discuss them with Fellow Daoist Li Yun!”

“He knows our purpose and what we wish to trade!”

At this point, with a thought, Laozi directly summoned a bead wrapped in golden light. Without hesitation, he handed it to Houtu and said, “This item is a token of our sincerity. Please accept it, Ancestral Witch Houtu!”

“However, this item was created specifically for you, Ancestral Witch Houtu. We hope that the one who uses it will be you, and not any of the other Ancestral Witches!”

“This...”

Looking at the bead being offered and the sincere expressions of the Three Pure Ones, Houtu was momentarily at a loss.

She didn't know the specific details yet, but it was undeniable that the item the Three Pure Ones brought out was indeed quite special.

Even though she lacked a Primordial Spirit, the moment she saw that bead, a trace of possessiveness and greed arose within her.

Because of this, Houtu was certain that this item was absolutely of immense value.

But she didn't take it immediately. Instead, she spoke, “Thank you, Three Fellow Daoists!”

“However, one should not receive rewards without merit. I should first discuss the specific situation with Fellow Daoist Li Yun before making a decision. What do the three of you think?”

“No problem!”

“That is fine!”

Nodding, Laozi and the other two agreed without hesitation.

At the same time, the three of them felt a few more points of admiration for Ancestral Witch Houtu in their hearts.

After all, the Three Pure Ones knew exactly what they had brought out. This thing was incredibly attractive to the Wu Clan, especially to an Ancestral Witch.

Yet Houtu was actually able to suppress her inner emotions and maintain her rationality; this was definitely not something the other Ancestral Witches could have done.

With their opinions unified,

Houtu no longer hesitated and looked directly at Li Yun, saying, “Fellow Daoist, let us go to the area over there to talk!”

“Alright!”

Nodding, Li Yun did not refuse.

After exchanging a glance with the Three Pure Ones, Li Yun followed Ancestral Witch Houtu to a side area.

Once they reached a quiet place, Ancestral Witch Houtu stopped beating around the bush and asked directly, “Fellow Daoist Li Yun, what exactly is going on with this matter?”

“What are the Three Pure Ones doing in my Wu Clan? And they even brought so many Cultivators!”

Facing her inquiry, Li Yun didn't waste any words and directly explained what the Three Pure Ones were asking for, as well as the information about those Cultivators wanting to obtain the Method of Proving the Dao!

After finishing his explanation, Li Yun looked toward Houtu and said, “Ancestral Witch Houtu, that is the general situation of this matter!”

“I believe this trade doesn't have much of a downside for either the Wu Clan or the Three Pure Ones!”

“Although the Three Pure Ones will establish their own forces, since their numbers are limited, it's impossible for them to expand too much or threaten the status of the Wu Clan!”

“Most importantly, the Ancestral Witch is also aware of the current layout of the Great Desolation. More and more people are establishing forces, and many things need to be adapted to as they change.”

Hearing this, Houtu immediately understood Li Yun's meaning.

He seemed to be speaking on behalf of the Three Pure Ones, but in reality, he was also telling her his intention to spread the Method of Proving the Dao.

Since Li Yun, the owner of the Method of Proving the Dao, approved, how could the Ancestral Witches choose to refuse?

It was just as Li Yun said.

The forces established by the Three Pure Ones could not possibly threaten the Wu Clan, nor could they become an obstacle for them.

In the end, the Three Pure Ones were establishing forces to ensure their own safety and their absolute control over Kunlun Mountain.

As for Kunlun Mountain,

the Ancestral Witches didn't have much desire to seize it.

Compared to Kunlun Mountain, Mount Buzhou was the foundation of the Wu Clan.

Thinking of this, Ancestral Witch Houtu spoke up, “In that case, I can agree to this matter. I can go and persuade my Big Brother and the others to pass the information to Fellow Daoist Di Yi!”

“Fellow Daoist Li Yun, let us head back first!”

“Once we have finished communicating with the Three Pure Ones, we will set off for Pangu Hall!”

“Alright!”

Nodding, Li Yun also felt a sense of relief in his heart.

As long as the Ancestral Witches agreed, this matter could continue to proceed.

He also wanted to obtain the original fruit of those innate spiritual roots to improve and strengthen his own power and potential.

Immediately, the two of them returned to the main area.

This time, Houtu no longer refused. She directly took the item given by the Three Pure Ones and then said, “Three Fellow Daoists, I have agreed to this matter.”

“However, as for the specific situation, we still need to ask Fellow Daoist Di Yi himself!”

“Next, you will come with me to the location of Pangu Hall. However, you will not be able to enter Pangu Hall at that time. I will go in and ask. Whether Fellow Daoist Di Yi agrees or refuses, I will give you an answer. What do you think?”

Hearing this, the Three Pure Ones nodded.

They also knew that this matter was not for the Ancestral Witch to decide alone.

Being able to have the Ancestral Witch help pass on the message was already the best possible outcome.

Immediately, the Three Pure Ones spoke without wasting words, “We agree!”

“It should be so!”

“What Fellow Daoist Houtu says is very true!”

With their opinions unified, the group no longer delayed and began walking toward Pangu Hall under Houtu's lead.

Along the way, Houtu curiously examined the bead in her hand and asked, “Three Fellow Daoists, what exactly is this item? Why does it make me feel a sense of necessity?”

As soon as these words were spoken, Li Yun also looked at the Three Pure Ones with curiosity.

Although he had told the Three Pure Ones before that they would need to persuade the Ancestral Witches themselves, he hadn't expected the Three Pure Ones to bring out such a special item.

Although he didn't know exactly what it was, judging from Ancestral Witch Houtu's reaction and response, the value of this item to an Ancestral Witch was definitely immense.