141: Analyzing the pros and cons, the Three Pure Ones and the Ancestral Witches cooperated.

Upon hearing these words, Laozi's expression immediately darkened.

Beside him, Yuanshi and Tongtian's faces also changed.

It was for no other reason than the fact that the situation was indeed somewhat peculiar, even giving off a sense of something being amiss.

"This is a scheme by the Mastermind behind the scenes!"

"What was his purpose in releasing the innate supreme treasure?"

Subconsciously, Yuanshi spoke up.

But the moment he finished speaking, his pupils contracted and he exclaimed, "Scheming against you, scheming against the Witch Clan?"

"Exactly!"

Nodding, Di Jiang did not deny anything and said directly, "Before, I wasn't very clear either, and I hadn't figured out the specific reason.

"But now, after thinking it through, I understand the reason behind this matter. The information about this incident spread during the time my Witch Clan and the Demon God Palace were locked in battle.

"Moreover, during that period, the Demon God Palace was clearly no match for my Witch Clan. It was precisely because of this news that countless Honghuang Cultivators joined in to help the Demon God Palace resist my Witch Clan!"

"Even the appearance of the innate supreme treasure occurred after the battle between my Witch Clan and the Demon God Palace had ended, and the Demon God Palace's complete defeat was already certain!"

"The subsequent situation, you also know. If my Witch Clan hadn't changed its strategy, sacrificing some things and even abandoning the privatization of Mount Buzhou, how could a multitude of Cultivators have entered this place? How could the conflict have ended so simply?"

"Most importantly, that Saint-Grade Clone, with its Mid-stage Quasi-Saint cultivation base. If not for Fellow Daoist Laozi's sudden rise, do you think I would have obtained it? Or do you think he would have taken it back!"

Hearing this, the Three Pure Ones fell silent.

Li Yun looked at Di Jiang with some surprise, not expecting him to analyze the cause and effect so quickly.

However, this was also normal, as it was something that had already happened. If Di Jiang didn't possess such wisdom, how could he possibly have become the leader of the Ancestral Witches, or cultivated to his present level?

Thinking of this, the corner of Li Yun's mouth turned up, and he thought to himself, "Excellent!"

"Extremely good!"

"Without me needing to actively explain anything, the conflict between the Ancestral Witches and the Three Pure Ones has already begun to shift!"

"As expected, as long as the matter regarding Hongjun is not resolved, the Three Pure Ones and the Ancestral Witches will not rashly take action against each other. After all, being targeted by a Perfected Quasi-Saint hiding in the shadows is not good news!"

As if confirming Li Yun's words, Yuanshi and Tongtian now began to grow anxious. They looked at Laozi and said, "Elder Brother, the situation is unfavorable."

"A Perfected Quasi-Saint enemy hiding in the shadows poses extreme danger to both you and Ancestral Witch Di Jiang."

"Indeed, if that fellow truly chooses to act, I'm afraid none of us will be his match. At that time..."

Listening to Yuanshi and Tongtian's words, Laozi's inner emotions were also extremely grave at this moment.

He was no fool; how could he not understand the danger and severity of this matter?

But as things stand now, what can he do to change it? There is no possibility of alteration.

After all, he took the item and killed the Clone. This enmity is thoroughly established.

"Enough!"

Taking a deep breath, Laozi suppressed the restless emotions in his heart and spoke, "I am now aware of this matter. Thank you, Ancestral Witch Di Jiang, for informing me!"

"However, Ancestral Witch Di Jiang likely didn't just come to inform me of this information, did you? Do you have any plans? If you require the cooperation of us Three Pure Ones, we can support you!"

Hearing this, Di Jiang smiled.

As someone familiar with the Three Pure Ones, he understood Laozi's words were a form of concession.

Although not explicitly stated, the matter of cooperation between the two sides had reached a tacit understanding, though it wasn't directly spelled out.

Thinking of this, Di Jiang also stopped beating around the bush and said, "We indeed need to make a decision on this matter as soon as possible. Our cooperation is one of the best choices!"

"Fellow Daoist Li Yun mentioned before that you Three Pure Ones also wish to establish your own power. Based on your temperaments, I am well aware your target is only the area within the Kunlun Mountain range!"

"In that case, I hope that when the time comes, you can help my Witch Clan continue to expand its territory. Only in this way can my Witch Clan obtain more of the world's Luck, and ensure that the Ancestral Witches, and even those Cultivators who join the Witch Clan, can enter the Quasi-Saint Realm!"

"Given the current situation, it's somewhat difficult for either of us to advance to the Mid-stage Quasi-Saint, let alone Perfected Quasi-Saint. Therefore, what I advocate is developing the strength of our subordinates. Only with a sufficiently large number of Quasi-Saints can we make those fellows think twice and not dare to act rashly!"

Hearing this, Laozi nodded but did not immediately agree.

After a brief moment of contemplation, Laozi looked towards Li Yun in the nearby area and inquired, "Fellow Daoist Li Yun, what is your opinion?"

"If my Three Pure Ones and the Ancestral Witches cooperate on this matter, will it be stable and free of unexpected issues?"

Hearing this, Li Yun was momentarily stunned.

He truly hadn't expected Laozi to ask for his opinion.

But since the other party had asked, he couldn't very well be evasive. He nodded straightforwardly and said, "Indeed!"

"What Ancestral Witch Di Jiang said is indeed the best choice at the current stage.

"Once the other Ancestral Witches and Fellow Daoists Yuanshi and Tongtian all advance to the Quasi-Saint stage, and both sides establish an offensive and defensive Alliance, no matter whom that fellow appears to deal with, it would be impossible to defeat them in a short period of time."

"At that time, if the Three Pure Ones and the Ancestral Witches cooperate to deal with that person together, even a Perfected Quasi-Saint would have to be somewhat wary, not to mention the many Cultivators under your command!"

Receiving an affirmative reply, Laozi said nothing more and directly made a decision, "Good!"

"With Fellow Daoist Li Yun's presence, I can choose to trust the Ancestral Witches this once!"

"Henceforth, my Three Pure Ones and the Ancestral Witches form an Alliance, but it is only targeted at the Mastermind behind the scenes!"

"As for the matter of the Witch Clan expanding its territory, my Three Pure Ones can lend a hand when the time comes, but we will absolutely not proactively help the Witch Clan make enemies with other Cultivators!"

As soon as these words were spoken, Yuanshi and Tongtian also nodded in agreement, "We will follow Elder Brother's lead!"

"What Elder Brother says is absolutely right!"

Seeing this, Di Jiang did not feel any annoyance.

After all, the two sides reaching a cooperative agreement was already the best outcome. The fact that the Three Pure Ones could still lend a hand later was an unexpected boon.

Thinking of this, Di Jiang immediately extended his hand and said, "In that case, let us wish our cooperation a pleasant one!"

"A pleasant cooperation!"

Laozi stepped forward and shook Di Jiang's hand.

Thus, it was declared that the conflict between the Three Pure Ones and the Ancestral Witches was set aside. At least until the crisis of Hongjun was resolved, or until they reached the Perfected Quasi-Saint stage, this matter would not be shaken or divided.

"Di Jiang!"

"Come out and face me!"

Right at this moment, an arrogant and murder-filled voice resounded throughout the Mount Buzhou area.