Abused Female Lead And Beautiful Villainess (Quick Transmigration) - Chapter 156. Becoming Cultivation Partners? The Spiritual-Roots-Excavated Kind (8)

Shen Wan’s words indeed calmed the various sects.

They seemed to have fallen into a misconception. The one with a grudge against Shen Wan was the Void Sect, and the one determined to kill her was also the Void Sect. She was only targeting the Void Sect.

The Void Sect’s main reason for asking them to deal with Shen Wan was that she had countless spirit roots and was selling them to those with inferior spirit roots.

Given time, these people would surely grow stronger. Eventually, they would threaten major sects like theirs.

But Shen Wan hadn’t said she wouldn’t sell spirit roots to them, had she?

It was just two vows: not to ally with the Void Sect, and to beat up Yin Jue whenever they saw him.

They had agreed because they feared the Void Sect’s strength.

But the Void Sect’s move against Shen Wan wasn’t just because she had done something to embarrass them. It was also because she had countless premium spirit roots and had made it clear she was at odds with the Void Sect.

In the future, when these people with premium spirit roots grew stronger and occasionally beat up Yin Jue, they might subconsciously become hostile to the Void Sect. For the Void Sect, this was the biggest threat.

If they didn’t cooperate with the Void Sect and instead worked with Shen Wan…

With their status as major sects and control over countless resources, even if ordinary people exchanged for premium spirit roots, it wouldn’t be easy for them to surpass the sects.

If their entire sects exchanged for suitable premium spirit roots, how could those unaffiliated cultivators compare?

Moreover, they could recruit those unaffiliated cultivators who had exchanged their spirit roots. For the sake of resources, most people would be willing to join their sects, right?

Cultivating alone outside, no matter how talented you were, you couldn’t compare to geniuses with resources. Let alone whether you could grow strong at all.

Now, if they cooperated with the Void Sect, let alone whether they could capture Shen Wan, even if they controlled or killed her, they would still fear the Void Sect’s strength.

But if they cooperated with Shen Wan, she definitely wouldn’t sell spirit roots to the Void Sect.

At that time, wouldn’t the Void Sect become the weakest sect in the entire cultivation world?

Pah, by then, there might not even be a Void Sect. The entire cultivation world would have premium spirit roots, while only the Void Sect would have inferior ones. What would they have to be proud of?

Seeing the strange expressions on the faces of the various sects, the Void Sect’s Grand Elder sensed trouble. He hurriedly said, “Everyone, don’t believe this demonic witch’s words. She has bullied our Void Sect too much. She’s a demonic witch saying these things just to sow discord.”

The Void Sect’s Grand Elder and others were very anxious, speaking various words of persuasion and even offering benefits. “As long as we can capture this witch, we’re willing to make concessions regarding the spirit roots on her.”

Hearing this, the various sects laughed coldly in their hearts. What did he mean by making concessions?

It was clearly because the Void Sect couldn’t defeat her that they sought help, dragging them in.

Now it had turned into the Void Sect bestowing favor on them?

Wasn’t it clearly the Void Sect asking for their help? This was truly having it both ways. The Void Sect was indeed shameless.

“Grand Elder, your words are interesting. What do you mean by making concessions? Are you suggesting you’re doing us a favor? I recall your entire sect couldn’t do anything to her, could you?”

“Yes, Grand Elder. We’ve long known you were shameless, but we didn’t expect you to be this shameless. You truly are a wicked old man.”

“It was clearly asking for our help, but now it’s turned into bestowing favors on us.”

“This is if we can capture her. If we can’t, won’t we just offend her? Even if we kill her, what benefit do we get? It’s just the Void Sect profiting while preserving their own strength.”

“Heavens, this old man is truly wicked.”

……

At this, the various sects and the Void Sect’s elder council began to argue, each shouting until their faces turned red and necks bulged. They were close to coming to blows.

“Want something to eat?”

Xie Yunfu took out a plate of sunflower seeds and offered it to Shen Wan. “Eat while we watch, so it’s not boring.”

“Alright, Miss Xie is truly well-prepared. You’ve clearly seen big scenes before.” Shen Wan didn’t stand on ceremony, hugging the plate and eating sunflower seeds. “Actually, it’s even better if they’re roasted. If there’s time, we could roast them in various flavors.”

“You know about food too?”

“Of course, I love eating. I can manage simple preparations like this.” To coax this old woman, she had put in a lot of effort. No, it was clearly this old woman who, to deceive her, had given her long-lost ancient recipes from the interstellar era.

Back then, ah, she who gnawed on nutrient bars and boiled vegetables, after trying once, could never leave that taste again.

That old woman had coaxed her time and again, so scheming.

“Then I must try it sometime.”

When the arguing had mostly died down, the various sects all looked towards Shen Wan, seeing her eating sunflower seeds. They nearly had heart attacks from anger.

Except for the Void Sect people, the others looked at Shen Wan with smiles. “Miss, earlier we were deceived by these wicked old men from the Void Sect, which led us to impulsively do some inappropriate things. We hope Miss can forgive us.”

“Now we fully realize the schemes and wicked intentions of these Void Sect old men, so we’ve decided to sever ties with the Void Sect and cooperate with Miss. We’ve discussed it, and we can fulfill both of Miss’s vows.

Since the Void Sect is unkind, they can’t blame us for being unrighteous.”

“So, what do you mean?”

“We mean, let’s pretend what happened earlier didn’t happen. If Miss minds, we’ll apologize. As for us, we intend to purchase spirit roots from Miss.”

The various sects were so happy. Just thinking about the Void Sect being buried in history, becoming a pile of yellow earth, made them ecstatic. They had been suppressed for so many years, wasn’t it just because the Void Sect had geniuses and resources?

Soon, their sects would all have premium spirit roots, while the Void Sect would get nothing. They would even offend this witch before them. Life wouldn’t be easy for them.

“Miss, when shall we make the transaction?”

If possible, they wouldn’t mind transacting immediately.

Shen Wan slowly put away the sunflower seeds and secretly communicated with Xie Yunfu, “Miss Xie, are you fast?”

“Not bad.”

“Good, get ready. We’re about to run.”

Hearing this, Xie Yunfu immediately became serious.

She looked around. “There are formations outside, and it’s crowded with people.”

Shen Wan lifted her sleeve slightly, revealing a bit of something inside. Seeing Xie Yunfu’s surprise, she said, “I have a magical treasure. Poke the formation with it, and the formation will pop like a bubble.”

It’s the last world, might as well spend all the money.

Shen Wan secretly glanced at Xie Yunfu. She had spent everything for the old woman, so next she should be able to rest and live a life of being cared for. Why would she need vulgar things like money? Hehe.

Spend it all, spend all the money. In the future, the old woman would support her.

Xie Yunfu felt Shen Wan’s sidelong glance was very strange, as if looking at a delicious treat. Remembering Shen Wan’s earlier words about wanting to be her cultivation partner, she moved a step away. She really hadn’t considered finding a cultivation partner.

Shen Wan noticed this subtle movement and became unhappy. Did this woman really want to be a single dog? She was going to get angry, the kind that couldn’t be coaxed.

“Miss Xie, are you ready?” Shen Wan’s tone was flat, without any of the previous intimacy and sweetness, making Xie Yunfu feel a bit uncomfortable.

But she still communicated secretly, “I’m ready.”

“Alright, remember to keep up in a moment.”

Shen Wan looked at the eager faces of the various sects and cleared her throat. The sects’ hearts were in their throats, most people very excited. After all, they were about to have premium spirit roots. Their cultivation speed would surely increase greatly compared to before. How could they not be happy?

“You all say you want to purchase spirit roots from me?”

“Yes, Miss. We’ve seen through the Void Sect’s plot and won’t be fooled again.”

Shen Wan looked at their hypocritical expressions and smiled. “Your memories are really not good. Do you remember earlier when I said I had blacklisted you all and wouldn’t sell spirit roots to you in the future, even if you begged me?”

“Miss, what do you mean?”

“I mean exactly what I said. Earlier, you were all going to deal with me. I casually said something more beneficial to you, and you all immediately switched sides. It shows you’re all a bunch of self-serving, harmful, selfish ghosts who change with the wind. Mainly, you wanted to kill me earlier, so I hold a grudge against you.

I even had Miss Xie help remember your sects. In the future, people from these sects can forget about buying a single spirit root from me.”

“Miss Xie, run!”

As Shen Wan spoke, everyone was still dazed with anger. They didn’t expect Shen Wan and Xie Yunfu to run away the next moment.

When they reacted, seeing Shen Wan and Xie Yunfu’s backs, they laughed out loud. “No matter what, it’s good we joined forces to set up the formation. Otherwise, this witch would have really escaped.”

After speaking, they continued to look towards the Void Sect elders who were watching the show. Now they had to swallow their pride. “Grand Elder, you were right. Demonic witches are indeed fickle. We were deceived by her.”

The Grand Elder snorted coldly but didn’t truly intend to tear faces. He was actually relieved in his heart.

This witch was seeking death herself. He couldn’t be blamed.

“Well then, everyone, let’s join forces today to kill this witch here.”

“Good, we must unite to eliminate such a witch. Otherwise, one day, she will surely endanger the entire cultivation world.”

Hearing the condemning voices from behind, Xie Yunfu turned back and gave them a mocking smile. “Truly as stupid as pigs.”

Xie Yunfu’s voice was very loud, angering the sects and intensifying their killing intent.

At this time, Shen Wan had already reached the edge of the formation.

Under the mocking gazes of the sects, she took out a small awl and poked it at the formation.

They thought they would see disappointment in her eyes, but unexpectedly, the formation wavered, and a hole appeared.

“Quick! Stop her!”

The Grand Elder shouted nervously, but it was too late. Shen Wan and Xie Yunfu had already leaped out of the formation, stepping on flying swords and soaring into the distance. Only blue and green streaks flashed through the sky, as fast as meteors.

“Chase quickly! We absolutely can’t let them escape today.”

Thus, Shen Wan and Xie Yunfu were chased by countless people from the major sects of the cultivation world. Many cultivators watched in astonishment as shadows flashed quickly across the sky, especially the black mass of people from those sects behind. When they flew past, the sky darkened. The spectacle was truly intimidating.

Unfortunately, they still couldn’t catch up to Xie Yunfu and Shen Wan.

Neither of them were simple characters. Not only were they fast, but they also knew various concealment techniques.

They first led the sects in circles, then completely disappeared from their sight.

“Miss Xie, exciting, isn’t it?”

“Exciting indeed. I’ve never had such an exciting time.”

Although she had always been at odds with righteous cultivators, she had never been hunted by most of the major righteous sects before.

At this moment, Shen Wan brought Xie Yunfu to where she had first appeared in this world.

“Is this the valley bottom where you encountered your miraculous opportunity before?”

“That’s right.”

Xie Yunfu nodded. “What do you plan to do now?”

“Rest for two days, then go out and sell spirit roots to everyone. There are still so many people in the cultivation world who need premium spirit roots. We can’t stop selling just because we’re being hunted, right? Everyone would be so disappointed.”

Xie Yunfu’s smile deepened as she understood Shen Wan’s meaning. She found a place to sit down and, remembering Shen Wan’s earlier mention of roasting sunflower seeds, her eyes lit up. “Didn’t you say earlier you knew how to roast sunflower seeds? Why not take this opportunity to try? I have many sunflower seeds here. As for a pot…”

Xie Yunfu thought for a moment and took out many swords. “I’ll melt these swords into a pot.”

Shen Wan raised her eyelids, watching as Xie Yunfu actually melted those precious swords. She had a fire spirit root, so her fire was naturally stronger than other cultivators’.

Melting swords to make a pot was a simple matter.

When the pot was made and cooled, Xie Yunfu brought it to Shen Wan. “Do these sunflower seeds need to be shelled?”

“Mm, yes.”

Soon, the pot was half full of sunflower seeds. “I’ve prepared everything I can. Now it’s up to you.”

“What’s up to me?”

“Roasting the sunflower seeds.”

Shen Wan pouted. “Me roast them?”

“Who else?”

“Miss Xie, I forgot to tell you, the sunflower seeds I roast can only be eaten by my cultivation partner.” Shen Wan said seriously. “You’re not my cultivation partner, so I won’t roast them.”

Xie Yunfu stared blankly at the half pot of sunflower seeds, then looked at Shen Wan who was turning her head away. She smiled, “Actually, they’re good to eat raw too.”

With that, she sat down, intending to eat them raw.

Unexpectedly, Shen Wan directly grabbed a handful of sunflower seeds to eat. The fragrant aroma of roasted seeds reached Xie Yunfu’s nose, making her pause and glance sideways.

Shen Wan cracked sunflower seeds, looking smug.

Don’t want to be her wife? Fine. Don’t expect her to roast sunflower seeds. Hmm, roasted sunflower seeds are indeed much tastier. Delicious.