Summoning the Gods: Start by creating the Eternal Night.

The night was as dark as ink, spilled onto the bluestone streets of Qingfeng City, and even the moonlight was obscured by thick clouds.

Only a few dim lanterns remained, casting a pale glow on the walls of the Ye family mansion.

Jing Ke's figure, like a ghost blending into the darkness, once again silently infiltrated the Ye family's territory.

He used the "Shadow Concealment Technique," concealing his aura so completely that not even the falling leaves beneath his feet made a sound.

Only those sharp, hawk-like eyes gleamed coldly in the night, fixedly watching the movements deep within the Ye family mansion.

Just as he crouched atop an ancient locust tree outside the main courtyard,

A dark figure darted out from the shadows of the courtyard wall like a ghost, moving with lightning speed, and in a few leaps, it disappeared into Ye Zhenting's villa.

Jing Ke's eyes narrowed, and he thought to himself, "Who is this?"

In an instant, he moved like a light, drifting leaf, silently following behind and pressing himself against the eaves of the courtyard, listening intently.

"Ye Zhenting, Ye Junlin, whom you wanted to kill, has escaped."

"Outrageous! Is this how the Blood Slaughter Pavilion operates?" Ye Zhenting shouted angrily.

The Blood Slaughter Pavilion assassin spoke to Ye Zhenting in a hoarse and cold voice, tinged with impatience:

"Before the old servant died, he used some kind of teleportation talisman, which made Ye Junlin disappear without a trace."

"The three of us searched Qingfeng City from top to bottom, but we couldn't find any trace of him."

"But don't worry, we already destroyed Ye Junlin's dantian when we made our move."

"Even if he survives by some miracle, he'll be nothing but a cripple and won't be able to cause any trouble."

"Furthermore, you did not inform us beforehand that Ye Junlin had a teleportation talisman as a life-saving trump card, therefore the spirit stones will not be refunded."

"Goodbye!"

As soon as he finished speaking, there was a sound of clothes rustling through the air, indicating that the Blood Killing Pavilion assassin had already left.

Inside the room, Ye Zhenting's face was so gloomy it could drip water. He clenched his fists so tightly that his knuckles turned white, and a surge of overwhelming anger rose in his heart.

The Blood Slaughter Pavilion not only failed to complete the mission, but also blamed him.

So what if his dantian is destroyed? Without a body, it's still a potential problem! Ye Zhenting gritted his teeth, a ruthless glint in his eyes.

Ye Junlin has always been tough. What if he really didn't die and found out they killed his parents?

They even hired someone to kill him; they'll definitely come back for revenge! No, we must nip this in the bud!

He took a deep breath, suppressing his anxiety, and shouted:

"Someone come here immediately and summon Hao'er and the elders to my villa for a meeting!"

In less than half an incense stick's time, Ye Hao arrived in a hurry with several white-haired elders.

As soon as he stepped inside, Ye Hao asked impatiently, "Father, why did you summon us here so late at night? Is there news about Ye Junlin?"

Ye Zhenting looked up at the crowd and said in a deep voice, "The Blood Slaughter Pavilion people just came by. They couldn't find Ye Junlin's whereabouts, but they've already destroyed his dantian!"

"What?!"

Ye Hao was stunned for a moment, then his face broke into a look of wild joy. He slapped his thigh, spitting as he excitedly spoke:

"Great! Excellent! Isn't Ye Junlin exceptionally talented? Isn't he known as a once-in-a-millennium genius of our Ye family?"

"With his dantian destroyed, he's a complete waste! If I ever see him again, I'll personally break all four of his limbs and make him kneel on the ground begging for my life!"

His words were filled with arrogance and resentment, as if he could already see Ye Junlin bowing and scraping at his feet.

However, the elders looked rather solemn, even with a hint of guilt.

The First Elder, Ye Zhennan, stroked his gray beard, his brow furrowed, and sighed:

"Patriarch, your actions... are ultimately somewhat inappropriate."

"Back then, we couldn't resist the temptation and killed his parents."

"Maybe I should let him go, I'm really afraid I'll be punished by heaven..."

Second Elder Ye Zhenbei echoed, "Yes, and the Ancestor also told us not to harm him before he passed away."

"Junlin is, after all, a member of the Ye family, and I really can't bear to see him suffer like this..."

"Can't bear it?" Ye Zhenting sneered, his icy gaze sweeping over the crowd.

"When you all sided with me in killing his parents, why didn't you feel any remorse?"

"Besides, we've already let him live for so many years. If he's just mediocre, that's one thing."

"But Ye Junlin has been too dazzling these past few years. If he grows up and discovers the truth, he'll kill all of us."

"And what about Hao'er's future and the future of the other younger members of the family? Won't he completely crush their hopes?"

"Those who achieve great things don't concern themselves with trifles. What does sacrificing another Ye Junlin matter for the future of the Ye family!"

Upon hearing this, the elders remained silent, lowering their heads with complex expressions on their faces.

Jing Ke, perched on the eaves, overheard every word of the conversation inside.

His eyes instantly turned icy cold, and the murderous aura around him almost burst forth uncontrollably.

So that's how it is! The real culprit behind the assassination attempt on the monarch was indeed Ye Zhenting and his group! They even colluded with the Blood Slaughter Pavilion!

Jing Ke suppressed his murderous intent. He knew that now was not the time to take action; the most urgent task was to report the news to the monarch.

With a flicker of his body, he silently withdrew from the Ye family's territory like a ghost, disappearing into the vast night in a few leaps.

A moment later, inside the dimensional space.

Ye Junlin was sitting cross-legged on the jade bed in the palace, cultivating. Sensing the spatial fluctuations, he slowly opened his eyes.

Jing Ke appeared before him, kneeling on one knee, and said in a deep voice:

"My lord, we have uncovered the true culprit behind your assassination attempt and the real cause of your parents' deaths!"

He reported the conversation he had just overheard at the Ye family's villa to Ye Junlin word for word.

"Ye Zhenting... Ye Family... Blood Slaughter Pavilion..."

Ye Junlin slowly uttered these words, his eyes were frighteningly calm, yet deep within them burned a raging inferno of fury.

It turned out that his parents did not die while exploring the secret realm. In addition, he was assassinated. These events, one after another, were like sharp knives stabbing his heart.

This explains why he was never well-liked in his family after his parents passed away! But he never complained about his family!

He thought that he had been reborn and finally had blood ties with his family, but now it seems that the so-called family ties were nothing but a joke of his wishful thinking!

"Excellent! Excellent Ye family! Excellent Blood Slaughter Pavilion!"

Ye Junlin suddenly stood up, and the spiritual energy around him instantly became violent, with a terrifying pressure emanating from his physique sweeping across the entire dimensional space.

His voice was icy cold, filled with bone-chilling hatred: "If I don't avenge this, I, Ye Junlin, swear I'm not human!"

Just then, the system's cold notification sound suddenly rang in his mind:

[Ding! Congratulations, host, on completing the mission: 1. Establish a faction and name it "Eternal Night Sky"]

2. Investigate and find out who is behind the assassination attempt on the host!

[Mission Rewards: Bronze-level Summoning Card x1, Energy Points x2000, Dimensional Expansion Permission Unlocked!]

[Ding! A new facility has been added to the dimensional space—the Time Tower!]

[Time Tower Function: Consuming spirit stones adjusts the flow of time; the current maximum ratio is 1:30 (one day outside is one month inside), which can accelerate cultivation and training subordinates!]

Ye Junlin's anger subsided slightly. He took a deep breath and suppressed the rage in his heart.

The mission rewards are here! And there's even an incredible facility like the Time Tower!

One day outside is equivalent to one month inside this space! With this, wouldn't his and his powerful subordinates' cultivation speed far surpass that of ordinary people?

"System, use a Bronze-level summoning card!"

Without the slightest hesitation, Ye Junlin gave the order in a deep voice in his heart.

Now that he knows who the enemy is, it is precisely the time when he needs manpower. The more powerful the person, the greater the chance of victory!

[Bronze-level Summoning Card in use... Randomly drawing powerful beings from all realms... Draw successful!]

[Congratulations, host, you have summoned Yao Li!]

As the system notification faded, Yao Li's character panel clearly appeared before Ye Junlin:

[Name: Yao Li]

[Cultivation Level: Mid-stage Void Realm]

[Technique: Seven Killings of Shadowless Blade]

Martial Arts Techniques: Piercing Sword, Stealth Assassination Technique

[Origin: A top assassin from the Spring and Autumn Period, he didn't hesitate to mutilate his own body to assassinate Qing Ji, even severing an arm to kill his wife. He used this self-inflicted injury to gain trust and ultimately succeeded in assassinating Qing Ji. He was unparalleled in loyalty and righteousness, and his assassination techniques were unpredictable and ruthless. He excelled at concealing his movements and was a one-hit kill!]

Loyalty: 100% (Max Level)

I want to leave!

Yet another assassin renowned throughout history! His ruthlessness and decisiveness surpass even those of Jing Ke!

Just as the thought crossed his mind, a faint blue light appeared in the open space in the center of the palace. When the light faded, a slender yet upright figure appeared there.

The newcomer was dressed in a black, close-fitting outfit, with a slender build, yet exuding a sharp, murderous aura.

He had a hideous scar on his face and his eyes were cold as ice, as if nothing in the world mattered to him.

As soon as he appeared, he knelt on one knee before Ye Junlin, his voice hoarse yet powerful:

"Your subordinate is about to depart to pay respects to Your Majesty!"

"Get up," Ye Junlin said calmly, his tone serene yet exuding an air of authority.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Yao Li responded and stood up, his hands at his sides, his eyes respectful.

Looking at Jing Ke and Yao Li in front of him, both of whom were top assassins at the mid-stage of the Void Realm, Ye Junlin immediately felt more confident.

"You must leave," Ye Junlin said in a deep voice. "Like Jing Ke, you are skilled in stealth assassination. From this day forward, you will be equal to Jing Ke, one of the Eight Guards of my Eternal Night Heaven!"

"Your subordinate obeys!" Yao Li replied, his voice filled with awe and loyalty.