"Oh, are you two fellow Daoists interested as well?"
Raising an eyebrow, Laozi glanced at Jieyin and Zhunti in surprise.
Although he had always held the pair in considerable contempt for their behavior, Laozi had to admit that they possessed some skill and good fortune.
Most importantly, unlike Nuwa, whose conflict of interests with him was too great for her to be worth winning over, Jieyin and Zhunti were different.
Once they learned the specifics, Laozi believed they would have their own thoughts as well. Even if they did not dare truly defy Hongjun or go against the Heavenly Dao, they could at least refrain from helping either side. That would make the plans of the Three Brothers much smoother.
With that in mind, Laozi nodded. "That works as well. You two fellow Daoists have established the Western Teachings for some time now, and you should have quite a few disciples under you. When the time comes, we can find an opportunity for the disciples of our respective sects to gather."
"As for when, that will still depend on Fellow Daoist Nuwa. Sparring is not something to be decided casually, after all. Direct Disciples need time to be cultivated."
Jieyin and Zhunti's eyes immediately lit up.
They had never expected Laozi not to refuse, much less actually agree to their request.
This was good news. It meant that the Three Pure Ones would not reject them—at least on the surface. That was enough. They could use this opportunity to observe the overall strength and circumstances of the Disciples of the Three Sects.
With that thought, Jieyin and Zhunti immediately said, "Naturally!"
"Indeed, that is only proper."
After speaking, both of them looked toward Nuwa.
According to Laozi, Nuwa would decide the time for this gathering, so they had no choice