Summoning the Gods: Start by creating the Eternal Night.

Death Valley, the underworld.

Inside the Eastern Ghost Emperor's Palace, Black and White Impermanence knelt on one knee, respectfully addressing Emperor Shitian at the head of the table:

"Lord Eastern Ghost Emperor, my brother and I have broken through and emerged from seclusion!"

Indra looked at the two of them, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes:

"very good."

"I have a task for the two of you and Meng Po Jiang Yuyan."

"Just now, the surrendered ministers and a few others sent back a message that the Demon Alliance of Qiongzhou sent people to slaughter a small city in my Youzhou to collect the essence blood of cultivators."

"You two, take Jiang Yuyan and head to Qiongzhou immediately to gather intelligence on this Demon Alliance!"

"Yes, sir!"

The Black and White Impermanence received their orders and turned to head towards the Meng Po Palace.

Soon,

Three streaks of light flew out from the underworld, piercing the dark sky, and sped towards Qiongzhou.

……

Eastern Regions, Tianzhou.

Yuan Tiangang received a message from Xing Luoyao, inviting him to a gathering at Wenxian Tower in Qingzhou.

He raised an eyebrow, thought for a moment, and then understood.

When news of the construction of Yongyetian spread, Star Pavilion, with its keen business sense, would certainly not miss such a lucrative opportunity.

With a flicker, Yuan Tiangang vanished from his spot.

Soon,

Yuan Tiangang had already appeared outside the Wenxian Tower in Qingzhou and was led by the innkeeper to a private room on the top floor.

Inside the private room on the top floor, Xing Luoyao stood by the window, gazing at the bustling crowd outside.

Hearing footsteps, she turned around, a smile appearing on her face:

"Fellow Daoist Yuan, it's an honor to have you here. I'm so sorry I didn't greet you properly. Please have a seat."

Yuan Tiangang didn't stand on ceremony and sat down directly:

"Miss Luo Yao, you're too kind. May I ask what brings you here to invite me?"

Xing Luoyao knew he was asking a question she already knew the answer to, but she didn't beat around the bush and went straight to the point:

"To be honest, the reason I invited you here today is to represent the Star Pavilion and contribute to the construction of the Eternal Night City."

"Furthermore... we hope you can give us an opportunity to cooperate."

Yuan Tiangang picked up his teacup and gently skimmed off the foam:

"Oh? I wonder how Miss Luo Yao wishes to cooperate?"

"We are willing to allocate substantial resources to support city construction."

Xing Luoyao looked directly at Yuan Tiangang and slowly spoke.

"I just hope that once the new city is completed, our Linglong Chamber of Commerce, Wenxianlou, the black market, and other businesses can move in."

Yuan Tiangang put down his teacup and looked at her:

"Miss Luo Yao, we naturally welcome you, but..."

Seeing that he had changed his tone, Xing Luoyao understood and simply said:

"Fellow Daoist, please speak frankly about your conditions."

"Since Miss Luo Yao is so outspoken, I'll just say it directly as well."

"Your businesses can move in, but Yongyetian will take 30% of the profits."

"Thirty percent of the profits?" Xing Luoyao frowned.

Revenue represents the amount received before deducting costs and labor, not profit.

"Fellow Daoist, isn't this a bit too high?"

"In typical collaborations, commissions are usually calculated based on profit, not total revenue."

"Miss Luo Yao, this is already the lowest condition we have offered."

Yuan Tiangang stood up, his expression leaving no room for argument.

"If Miss Luo Yao feels this is inappropriate, she can consider it further and give me her answer when she has thought it through."

After saying that, he turned to leave.

"Fellow Daoist Yuan, please wait!" Xing Luoyao gritted her teeth. "I agree!"

Yuan Tiangang then stopped, a smile appearing on his face:

"Miss Luo Yao is a sensible person, and I believe you will not regret your decision today."

Afterwards, the two discussed some details of the cooperation and the materials needed for the city's construction, and then Yuan Tiangang took his leave.

As soon as Yuan Tiangang left, Xing Xuanchen, the third master of the Star Pavilion, came out of the inner room and said in a deep voice:

"This person's cultivation level is already at the early stage of a terrestrial immortal."

"What?" Xing Luoyao exclaimed in surprise, jumping up from her seat.

"Just a few months ago he was only at the late stage of the Celestial Realm, how could he have progressed so quickly?"

"There's no mistake." Xing Xuanchen nodded.

"When he entered just now, I secretly examined him and he was undoubtedly a terrestrial immortal in the early stage."

"It seems that the tribulation of the terrestrial immortals that struck Qingzhou last time was one he survived."

Xing Luoyao gasped, "This speed of advancement is terrifying... No wonder I couldn't see through him earlier!"

"A 30% profit margin is high, but this cooperation might be a good thing," Xing Xuanchen said.

"Little sister, make the arrangements. Send the resources and manpower over as soon as possible."

"Okay!" Xing Luoyao nodded in agreement.

……

Eternal Night Space, Monarch's Palace.

Yuan Tiangang stood bowing in the hall, explaining the details of his negotiations with Xing Luoyao:

"Your Majesty, the Star Pavilion has reached an agreement. They have agreed to give up 30% of their profits in exchange for the right to have all their businesses located in the new city."

"Hmm, well done."

Ye Junlin leaned against the salted fish throne, his fingertips lightly tapping the armrest.

"You can continue to follow up on the subsequent matters."

"Yes," Yuan Tiangang replied, then changed the subject.

"By the way, the Bad Guys have sent word that the two people from the Great Qian Dynasty will be chosen for this battle."

"Oh? Who is it?"

"One is Qian Yuan, and the other is Qian Tian, ​​who was released from the Heavenly Prison. His name is Mei Chuan Nei Ku, and he has the cultivation of a peak Celestial Being."

"Meichuan is cool?" Ye Junlin raised an eyebrow.

"That's an interesting name. What's this person's background?"

"According to investigation, he is a Celestial Realm expert from the Desolate State who was captured many years ago during the Great Qian Rebellion and has been imprisoned in the Heavenly Prison ever since."

"The Barren Province?" Ye Junlin thought for a moment. "You mean that small, barren province in the far north of the Eastern Region?"

"Yes! That's the place."

"If you hadn't mentioned it, I would have almost forgotten that such a place existed in the Eastern Region."

"It is rumored that the cultivators of the Desolate State look completely different from those of the cultivators of the other four states."

"Many years ago, the cultivators inside would often come out to rob resources and female cultivators."

"Later, they were killed by the Great Qian forces, and afterwards, they joined forces with other forces to resist and blockade them, preventing cultivators from the Desolate State from ever stepping out of the Desolate State again!"

Ye Junlin smiled.

"I never expected that the Great Qian would resort to using outsiders to win this time!"

"It seems that the Celestial Realm experts of the Great Qian Dynasty have been falling one after another recently, and they can't muster any more powerful figures!"

Yuan Tiangang asked, "Whom does the monarch intend to send to battle?"

"Since Yan Guiren is in seclusion attempting to become a terrestrial immortal, there's no need for that."

Ye Junlin said slowly,

"Sikong Changfeng has not yet shown his face in public, so he will remain hidden for now."

"The rest are Yan Shisan and Li Xunhuan. They've shown up before, so they're a good fit."

"Go down and tell them that!"

"yes!"

"Alright! If there's nothing else, you can go now!"

"This subordinate takes his leave!"

Yuan Tiangang bowed and withdrew, leaving only Ye Junlin in the hall.

He gazed out the window, a hint of amusement flashing in his eyes:

"Mei Chuan Nei Ku? A cultivator from the Desolate State? This competition is getting more and more interesting."

.....

Eternal Night Space, inside the Six Absolutes Hall.

The air in Li Xunhuan's palace was filled with the aroma of wine.

Li Xunhuan and Yan Shisan sat facing each other, with several small dishes on the table, slowly drinking wine.

"Hahaha, the Bad Guy Commander is here!"

Li Xunhuan smiled and waved as Yuan Tiangang walked in.

"Sit down and have a few drinks with us!"

Yan Shisan raised his wine cup, gesturing for him to sit down.

Yuan Tiangang didn't stand on ceremony and sat down directly.

He smiled and waved the storage ring in his hand:

"What a coincidence! The monarch bestowed upon me a bottle of fine wine a few days ago, and I was just wondering who would share it with me. Today is the perfect opportunity to share it with you two."

After saying that, he took out an exquisite white jade bottle, which contained the "five-ounce liquid".

As soon as the cork was uncorked, a rich aroma of wine wafted out.

Its crispness carries a lingering sweetness that goes straight to the tip of your nose.

"Excellent wine!"

Li Xunhuan's nose twitched, his eyes instantly lit up, and he quickly pushed his wine glass towards him.

"Brother Yuan, quickly fill it up!"

Yuan Tiangang smiled and poured a cup for each of them.

As the liquor is poured into the glass, fine bubbles rise to the surface, and the aroma becomes increasingly rich.

He was about to pour himself a cup when Li Xunhuan picked up the cup and downed it in one gulp, smacking his lips with a look of pure bliss.

"Excellent! This wine is far more mellow than the Drunken Immortal Brew from Wenxianlou; it's practically divine!"

Yan Shisan also picked up his wine cup, took a small sip, and his eyes showed approval:

"It is indeed a fine wine, with a long finish."

Yuan Tiangang then poured himself a cup, took a small sip, and

He then put down his glass and picked up the bottle to pour wine for the two of them.

"I have another matter to discuss with you!"

"By order of the monarch, you two will compete against the Celestial Realm cultivators of the Great Qian Dynasty at the summit of Mount Jiulin in half a month."

Upon hearing this, a sharp glint flashed in Yan Shisan's eyes, and he asked, "Who is the opponent?"

"One is Prince Qian Yuan of the Great Qian Dynasty, and the other is someone released from the Heavenly Prison."

His name is Mei Chuan Neiku; he is a cultivator from the Desolate State and a peak Celestial Realm cultivator.

"The monarch has said that in this battle, only victory is allowed, and defeat is not permitted," Yuan Tiangang said as he poured wine.

Li Xunhuan raised his wine cup again, a confident smile playing on his lips:

"It's just two matches, don't worry, I won't let the monarch down."

Yuan Tiangang, seeing the two men's composed expressions, nodded and added:

"If you can win decisively, the monarch might even reward you with a few bottles of this five-ounce liquor."

"Oh?" Li Xunhuan's eyes lit up even more, and he patted his chest, saying...

"Then we must win! We must let the Great Qian Dynasty know that the people of Eternal Night Heaven are not to be compared to them!"

"Not for anything else, but for this wine, we have to knock those Daqian people out of the water!"

Yan Shisan's lips curled into a slight smile as he raised his glass: "Hahaha! You're right! Cheers!"

"Hahaha! Damn!"

The three men laughed heartily, their wine cups clinking together, the crisp sound echoing throughout the hall.