144: May the gods descend upon Buzhou, and may we see Zhunti and Jieyin again.

As soon as these words were spoken, the pupils of Laozi, Yuanshi, and Tongtian all constricted.

Just as Li Yun analyzed, Slaying Three Corpses sounds like a method and means to become a Quasi-Saint, but it truly seems incomplete. After all, once one reaches the level of a Perfected Quasi-Saint, it is essentially impossible to take another step forward!

And that wasn't even the most important part.

The most critical point was that it required sacrificing three Innate Spirit Treasures.

Furthermore, one must ensure that their three Spirit Treasures are of immense value. Otherwise, after reaching the level of a Late-stage Quasi-Saint, it would be difficult to enter the stage of a Perfected Quasi-Saint.

Aside from that, there were also drawbacks to slaying the corpses.

As Cultivators, they knew very well that the difficulty of severing the obsessions of good and evil wasn't too great, but how difficult would it be to sever the obsession of the self?

If one could even discard their own self-obsession, what kind of ruthless existence would they become? At that point, would they still be themselves? Would they still be the original self?

Whoosh—

Whoosh—

Right then, the sounds of air being pierced rang out one after another, snapping the Three Pure Ones out of their thoughts.

Li Yun and the others instinctively looked toward the outside, seeing many Cultivators with unfamiliar faces arriving from all directions.

Upon seeing the slaughter between Dijiang, Donghuang Taiyi, Dijun, and Zhu Jiuyin, those Cultivators were all pale with shock and cried out, "Quasi-Saints!"

"My god, Dijun and Donghuang Taiyi have actually become Quasi-Saints!"

"Not only that, Ancestor Witch Zhu Jiuyin has also advanced to Quasi-Saint!"

"A battle between four Quasi-Saints is truly terrifying. Is this a continuation of the final duel between the Demon God Palace and the Witch Clan?"

"..."

Seeing this scene, Li Yun and the Three Pure Ones all frowned.

So many Cultivators had arrived here, and it seemed they were heading for the Witch Clan. Were they going to take action against the Witch Clan? Who gave them such courage?

A group of beings who were merely at the Grand Unity Golden Immortal cultivation level, and most of whom were only at the Early Stage or Middle Stage—where did they get the nerve to do such a thing?

"Fellow Daoist Laozi!"

"Fellow Daoist Yuanshi!"

"Fellow Daoist Tongtian!"

Just then, a shout was heard.

Following that, several Cultivators were seen approaching rapidly. They were none other than Zhenyuanzi, Hongyun, Jieyin, Zhunti, and several others whose cultivation had reached the Late Stage Grand Unity Golden Immortal level!

"Zhunti!"

"This guy recovered so quickly?"

Raising an eyebrow, Li Yun looked with some surprise at the approaching Zhunti.

Back then, this guy's Bodhi Tree Main Body had been destroyed and seized by him, and his Primordial Spirit should have been damaged as well.

But now?

How much time has passed? This guy has actually appeared again.

Even judging from his aura, though it was indeed weaker than before, he still maintained a Late Stage Grand Unity Golden Immortal cultivation.

While he was lost in thought, Zhenyuanzi and the others arrived at the area.

Upon seeing Li Yun, Zhenyuanzi and Hongyun immediately came forward and spoke with some excitement, "Fellow Daoist Li Yun, it's wonderful that you are here as well!"

The two of them had come here specifically to exchange for a Method of Proving the Dao for Hongyun.

However, it would be very difficult for them alone to persuade the Ancestor Witches, so they had already made an agreement with Li Yun beforehand.

They had planned to contact Li Yun after arriving, but they didn't expect him to be right here, and even with the Three Pure Ones. This made Hongyun and Zhenyuanzi extremely happy.

"Li Yun!"

The shouts from Zhenyuanzi and the other also caught the attention of Jieyin and Zhunti.

Seeing Li Yun standing there, Jieyin's face darkened, and Zhunti clenched his fists, his eyes overflowing with murderous intent.

How could Zhunti forget the grudge of having his Main Body seized?

At this moment, he wished he could cut Li Yun into a thousand pieces.

But remembering the combat power Li Yun had displayed back then, Zhunti knew very well that he couldn't do anything to him at his current stage.

Although Jieyin could help him, Zhenyuanzi and Hongyun would definitely not stand idly by. It was plain for all to see that they had a close relationship back at Wuzhuang Temple.

Furthermore, Li Yun was actually standing with the Three Pure Ones, and their relationship seemed quite good. If a fight broke out, the Three Pure Ones would likely get involved.

"Greetings, Fellow Daoist Zhenyuanzi!"

"Greetings, Fellow Daoist Hongyun!"

Bowing with cupped fists, Li Yun stepped forward and said, "Fellow Daoists, have you come this time to exchange for a Method of Proving the Dao?"

"Yes!"

Nodding, Hongyun looked expectantly at Li Yun and said, "Fellow Daoist Li Yun, could you speak to the Ancestor Witches about this?"

"The previous Method of Proving the Dao was indeed not suitable for me. I need to exchange it for another."

As soon as these words were spoken, the expressions of Jieyin and the others changed.

From Hongyun's words, it seemed this matter actually required Li Yun's assistance to be completed? Had his relationship with the Ancestor Witches reached such a close level?

Thinking of this, the group of Cultivators immediately ignored the Three Pure Ones and flashed over to Li Yun's area, bowing with cupped fists and saying, "Greetings, Fellow Daoist Li Yun!"

"Fellow Daoist, we have also come this time wanting to exchange for a Method of Proving the Dao from the Witch Clan. Could you perhaps put in a good word for us?"

"Fellow Daoist, please accept this small token of our appreciation!"

"..."

As they spoke, those people directly shoved some Heaven And Earth Treasures into Li Yun's hands.

To this, Li Yun accepted everything that came his way.

With so many Grand Unity Golden Immortals arriving, he had previously wondered if the Cultivators were dissatisfied with the Witch Clan and wanted to attack. Now it seemed this group was also here to seek a Method of Proving the Dao.

Li Yun was naturally happy to see this. The fewer people who cultivated Slaying Three Corpses, the better, and the more people who received his help, the better.

Only Jieyin and Zhunti had expressions that were now extremely unsightly.

If Li Yun truly played a decisive role, then given how they had offended him before, would it be difficult for them to obtain a Method of Proving the Dao? If that were the case, then... "Fellow Daoists, rest assured!"

At this moment, Li Yun put away those items and looked at the Cultivators beside him, saying, "With so many Cultivators coming here for help, I believe the Ancestor Witches are not unreasonable beings!"

"It's harmless for you all to want the Method of Proving the Dao, but the Dao cannot be passed on lightly. You all should have come prepared, right?"

"Of course!"

"We've been prepared for a long time!"

Nodding, the group of Cultivators responded one after another.

They had already inquired about it. To obtain a Method of Proving the Dao, one needed to offer treasures to Di Yi in exchange. Moreover, the greater the value of the offered treasure, the stronger the Method of Proving the Dao received.

"Are you all here to exchange for a Method of Proving the Dao?"

The Three Pure Ones looked at each other and also stepped forward to inquire.

Just a moment ago, they had been somewhat worried about a conflict between the Cultivators and the Witch Clan. Now that they knew these people weren't here to cause trouble, the Three Pure Ones breathed a sigh of relief.

After all, they had just reached an agreement with the Ancestor Witches. If this group really attacked the Witch Clan, they truly couldn't just stand by and watch!

"Yes!"

Nodding, the group of Cultivators answered one after another, "Fellow Daoist Laozi, we aren't like you; there's simply no hope for us in Attaining the Dao through Strength!"

"Exactly. There's some Slaying Three Corpses method in the Great Desolation, but it sounds unreliable. We wouldn't dare to Cultivate it rashly!"

"Indeed. Although we were tempted at first, after thinking it over carefully, the appearance of that Slaying Three Corpses was too abrupt. Its spread was even too fast and too wide; there's definitely something wrong with it."

"..."