70: Discussing the future of the Witch Clan and changing the Witch Clan's plans

"Ancestral Witch Houtu, there is no need to be so polite!"

Looking at Houtu, whose face was filled with gratitude, Li Yun waved his hand and said, "Ancestral Witch Houtu, I have come to the Wu Clan this time for three matters!"

Upon hearing this, Houtu's expression immediately turned solemn.

Although she didn't know what the three matters Li Yun mentioned were, she replied without hesitation, "Please speak, Fellow Daoist. As long as it is something my Wu Clan can do, we will certainly not shirk our responsibility."

Hearing these words, a smile also appeared on Li Yun's face.

Compared to the scheming and intrigue between Cultivators, the Ancestral Witches were clearly much more direct and decisive; it was precisely because of this that he chose to cooperate with the Wu Clan.

Thinking of this, Li Yun stopped beating around the bush and said directly, "The first matter concerns the expansion of your Wu Clan Territory. You have only expanded to Mount Buzhou instead of continuing to expand your territory—why is that?"

"The advantage you've worked so hard to establish would not be a good thing for the Wu Clan to abandon at this time. Furthermore, only the larger the territory, the stronger the Wu Clan's Luck will be. At that time, Ancestral Witch Di Jiang's strength will also continuously increase, and you Ancestral Witches will be able to seize the opportunity to advance to Quasi-Saint, will you not?"

Having said this, Li Yun looked at Houtu curiously, wanting to know what the Twelve Ancestral Witches were actually thinking.

"This matter is indeed somewhat troublesome~"

Hearing this, Houtu hesitated for a moment before explaining, "Fellow Daoist, you may not know, but while my Wu Clan Territory is indeed vast, the number of our clansmen is too small. We simply cannot reach the point of stably guarding more regions."

"Besides that, those Honghuang Cultivators of the current stage are still within Mount Buzhou, and we Ancestral Witches dare not be slack. Moreover, the territories of many Cultivators are in the areas surrounding Mount Buzhou. We plan to wait until after this matter is concluded before expanding our territorial scope."

"Of course, the primary reason is to use a period of accumulation to create more Wu Clan members. Only then can we occupy a region on a large scale, rather than..."

"Wrong!"

Without waiting for Ancestral Witch Houtu to finish, Li Yun took the lead to interrupt, "Ancestral Witch Houtu, your strategy of steady progress is indeed a good choice, but in my view, it is also a waste of a golden opportunity."

"Now that Ancestral Witch Di Jiang has advanced to Quasi-Saint and intimidated the Primordial Beings of the Great Desolation, it is the optimal time for the Wu Clan to expand its territory. Although you lack numbers and the presence of Cultivators is a hidden danger, as long as Ancestral Witch Di Jiang's strength is there, no one will be foolish enough to oppose you, let alone fight to the death."

"Therefore, the best choice is to directly designate a region as belonging to the Wu Clan—for instance, a million-mile radius beyond Mount Buzhou, or even several million miles."

"In this way, all Honghuang Cultivators will know where the Wu Clan's bottom line is. They will not attempt to stop or perform Ruin; they may even actively relocate away from this area."

"Then the Wu Clan can continue to develop and create more clansmen to fill the vacancies in these territories!"

"Most importantly, if the Wu Clan does not delineate its territory in advance this time, future expansion will be filled with countless uncertainties. At that time, the unease among Honghuang Cultivators will increase, and they may even counterattack the Wu Clan at certain moments. Even if they cannot pose a threat to the Wu Clan, the casualties caused will certainly not be few."

"But delineating territory is different. With a boundary set there, Honghuang Cultivators will not rashly become enemies with the Wu Clan. Even when the Wu Clan has completely developed to the point of being spread throughout the entire region, continuing to expand the territory will not be ruined by too many Cultivators. After all, by then, the Wu Clan will be even more powerful!"

As soon as these words were spoken, Houtu's delicate body trembled as if struck by lightning.

She truly had not expected that the decision made by her and her siblings would have such drawbacks.

According to Li Yun's explanation, there was no doubt that delineating the planned area in advance was the best choice, whereas gradual expansion would instead invite many unnecessary troubles.

"Thank you for the guidance, Fellow Daoist Li Yun!"

Cupping her hands in a salute, Houtu cast a grateful glance at Li Yun.

After all, this seemingly only adjusted the order of events, but in reality, it was crucial for the future and development of the Wu Clan.

Particularly, the Heaven and Earth Luck gained from delineating territory in advance would be greater. The stronger the Wu Clan's Luck became, the more it would accelerate their possibility of advancing to Quasi-Saint.

Thinking of this, Houtu wished she could return immediately to inform Di Jiang of this information and have Di Jiang directly make the decision to delineate the regions.

However, remembering that Li Yun had only mentioned one matter, Houtu suppressed her inner restlessness and said, "Fellow Daoist Li Yun, what about the second matter?"

Taking in Houtu's reaction, the corners of Li Yun's mouth curled up.

He knew he had persuaded her. Barring any accidents, the Wu Clan would proceed according to his plan.

Once the Wu Clan produced enough Quasi-Saints, their territory would grow larger and larger, and in the future, it could even provide him with much convenience and assistance.

Thinking of this, Li Yun immediately spoke, "The second matter is very simple. I hope to go to the places where Honghuang Cultivators gather to participate in the discussion of the Dao."

"Of course, my cultivation is limited, so discussing the Dao is impossible, but Listening to the Dao will be of great help to me!"

"Besides that, I also want to see these top-tier Great Divine Power Holders of the Great Desolation and make their acquaintance."

"But the prerequisite is that my relationship with the Wu Clan must not be exposed. The Wu Clan is already an overlord-level power in the Great Desolation. If I expose too much, it would be disadvantageous for me!"

"No problem!"

Nodding in agreement without hesitation, Houtu did not refuse and said, "At that time, I will publicly announce that you have a good relationship with me. That way, no one will suspect anything!"

"Fellow Daoist Li Yun, then what is the third thing you want to do? Could it be for that innate supreme treasure?"

Speaking of this, Houtu's eyes were full of curiosity and hesitation.

The first matter was for the Wu Clan.

The second matter was for himself.

Then what was this third matter? Could it really be for that innate supreme treasure?

If that were the case, Houtu, to be honest, still wanted to offer some advice.

After all, many of the top Great Divine Power Holders of the Great Desolation had all gathered at Mount Buzhou for the sake of that innate supreme treasure. Li Yun's cultivation was not high; if he participated, his life would be in danger.

Although they, the Ancestral Witches, could help Li Yun, and with Di Jiang's presence, their chances were great.

But once they did that, they would lose the trust of the Great Desolation. At that time, those Honghuang Cultivators would not let the matter rest, and even the Wu Clan would be implicated... "Ancestral Witch Houtu, rest assured, I am not after that innate supreme treasure!"

Seeing Houtu's thoughts and emotions, Li Yun knew she had misunderstood and immediately waved his hand, saying, "The third matter of my trip does indeed concern the innate supreme treasure, but I do not wish to obtain it. Rather, I want to know what kind of existence it is."

"Besides that, Laozi, the head of the Three Pure Ones, previously left Kunlun Mountain to seek the opportunity to advance to Quasi-Saint. Now that news of Ancestral Witch Di Jiang's advancement has spread, he will likely arrive here soon. I want to witness the battle between Laozi and Fellow Daoist Di Jiang when the time comes..."