46: The Three Pure Ones, eager to understand the truth

For the time that followed, Li Yun and the Sanqing did not continue their discussion regarding the Ancestral Witches; instead, they sat down to drink, chat, and discuss the Dao.

Although it was called a discussion of the Dao...

In reality, it was also the Sanqing providing pointers to Li Yun.

Because everyone focused their explanations on the level of a Taiyi True Immortal, Li Yun benefited immensely; one could even say that once he returned to seclusion and thoroughly organized everything, his cultivation would definitely advance by leaps and bounds.

Regarding this, Li Yun knew that this was the Sanqing's way of reciprocating.

Although he had shared so much information earlier to settle a favor, the Sanqing also valued their Face and understood the value of the news Li Yun had brought them.

If not for Li Yun, how could they have known the Ancestral Witches' intentions? How could they have known the purpose behind the expansion of the Witch Tribe?

Most importantly, if not for Li Yun, they truly wouldn't have had much confidence to attempt to charge toward the Quasi-Saint Realm, nor would they have had much faith in accomplishing it.

But now, things were different.

The Ancestral Witches had already begun to take action; as the territory of the Witch Tribe continued to expand, their strength would steadily increase.

While the Demon God Palace was certainly an obstacle, it was currently the only obstacle for the Witch Tribe, and the Sanqing did not believe that Dijun and the others at this stage could block the path of the Twelve Ancestral Witches or halt the expansion of the Witch Tribe.

Therefore, if they hadn't received the information beforehand and had time to prepare, then once the Ancestral Witches advanced to the Quasi-Saint Realm, their title as the orthodox lineage of pangu would exist in name only, and the Sanqing's Face would be completely lost throughout the Great Desolation.

Because of this, the Sanqing felt heartfelt gratitude toward Li Yun and even acknowledged his existence; whether it was arranging his accommodations or this discussion of the Dao, it was all to repay Li Yun.

As time passed, this discussion of the Dao gradually drew to a close.

Suddenly, Tongtian set down his wine cup, looked at Li Yun, and asked, "Fellow Daoist Li Yun, do you think Attaining the Dao through Strength can truly succeed?"

As soon as these words were spoken, Laozi and Yuanshi's movements also paused; they subconsciously turned their heads to look toward Li Yun, and although they didn't think he would know, they still held some anticipation.

"Attaining the Dao through Strength?"

Taking in the Sanqing's reactions, a sharp glint flashed in Li Yun's eyes.

By now, how could he not know the Sanqing's thoughts? They were planning to take the path of Attaining the Dao through Strength to advance to the Quasi-Saint Realm.

Undeniably, this was the most perfect path; although the difficulty of Cultivation was immense and the obstacles to improvement were numerous, Attaining the Dao through Strength was undoubtedly the strongest.

Once a Breakthrough was achieved, one would be an invincible existence within the same Realm.

But the Sanqing were clearly still in a state of hesitation and even doubted whether they could Attain the Dao and become a Saint through it, which truly puzzled Li Yun.

Not just now, but even in his past life, it was no exception.

After all, the Sanqing were transformed from the pangu primordial spirit; logically speaking, it was impossible for them not to know about the Chaos Demon Gods.

Those Three Thousand Demon Gods were born as Supreme Sages, experts at the Grand Unity Golden Immortal level.

Pangu's attainment of the Dao.

That wasn't just to Attain the Dao and become a Saint, but to attain the Supreme Dao.

Before that, there were still two major Realms: the Limitless Grand Unity Golden Immortal and the Primordial Limitless Grand Unity Golden Immortal, which were enough to make it difficult for countless Innate Demon God to advance.

If that were the case, wouldn't it mean that Attaining the Dao through Strength to Attain the Dao and become a Saint was a certainty?

Otherwise, how could Pangu have charged toward the Dao and reached the extreme level of the Great Perfection of the Primordial Limitless Grand Unity Golden Immortal? How could he have killed the Three Thousand Demon Gods single-handedly?

Thinking of this, Li Yun immediately looked at the Sanqing and asked, "Three Fellow Daoists, do you believe that the Saint Realm is the limit?"

"Is it not?"

Exchanging glances, the Sanqing looked at Li Yun with some astonishment.

Their expressions were full of confusion, incomprehension, and surprise.

This scene immediately confirmed Li Yun's internal suspicions.

Although the Sanqing were transformed from the pangu primordial spirit, they definitely had not received the complete Pangu Inheritance; to put it bluntly, whether it was the Sanqing or the Ancestral Witches, they were merely transformed from a part of Pangu and did not possess a Pangu Inheritance in the true sense.

At least, their Legacy was limited, containing only the concept of a Saint, without even passing down other methods and ways of Cultivation, let alone information on the Three Thousand Demon Gods, Chaos, or even the Dao.

Thinking of this, Li Yun suddenly felt enlightened.

The so-called Sanqing and Ancestral Witches claimed to be the orthodox lineage of pangu and even fought for it their entire lives, but in reality, they were merely Innate Deities, just like the vast majority of Innate Deities in the Great Desolation.

The only difference was that they occupied some advantages, such as parts of the Pangu Inheritance, and Pangu's Karma and Luck from the creation of the world.

Other than that, the Sanqing and Ancestral Witches were essentially no different from ordinary Innate Deities.

With this thought, Li Yun immediately shook his head and said, "It seems that the Legacy of you Three Fellow Daoists is just as incomplete as that of the Ancestral Witches."

"In your eyes, the Supreme Sage is already the limit, but in reality, the information I have obtained is not so; the Saint Realm may seem like the ultimate end, but it is actually just a brand new starting point."

As soon as these words were spoken, the Sanqing's expressions changed.

Li Yun's simple words revealed too much information, even making it somewhat difficult for them to accept.

What did he mean by an incomplete Legacy?

Did it mean that, like the Ancestral Witches, they were not the true orthodox descendants of Pangu?

Also, a Saint was only a brand new starting point? What exactly did that mean? Could there be other Realms beyond the Saint Realm? Were there even more powerful existences?

At this moment, the Sanqing could no longer sit still; they stood up and approached Li Yun, asking, "Fellow Daoist, what do you mean by those words?"

"Fellow Daoist, what is the meaning of this?"

"..."

Seeing the anxious Sanqing, the corners of Li Yun's mouth curled into a smile.

He knew that the Sanqing were anxious.

At the same time, his opportunity had arrived.

Without any hesitation, Li Yun said straightforwardly, "Three Fellow Daoists, my foundation is indeed inferior to yours, but I have obtained some information that you do not know, information that is even more complete and important than what is in your inherited memories!"

"However, this is my private wealth after all, and I cannot simply tell you. If you three wish to know, you must help me accomplish one thing, and at that time, you must swear a dao heart oath not to disclose it to the outside world."

Upon hearing this, Laozi, Yuanshi, and Tongtian all frowned.

Li Yun's sudden suspense truly caught them somewhat off guard.

After all, his cultivation was only at the level of a Taiyi True Immortal; what gave him the courage to speak to the three of them like this? Did he not know about the Soul Searching Technique?

But the Sanqing disdained doing such things; at the very least, Li Yun himself had indeed gained their recognition. When treating him as an equal, the thing they cared about least was the gap in cultivation, as such things would eventually narrow over time.

On the contrary, Li Yun's character—knowing when to advance or retreat and seizing opportunities when they arose—made them acknowledge him more. After all, compared to a blunt friend, they were more wary of a hypocrite who dealt with them insincerely.

Exchanging glances, Laozi, Yuanshi, and Tongtian spoke in unison, "Fellow Daoist, please speak. No matter what it is, we will certainly not refuse!"