Summoning the Gods: Start by creating the Eternal Night.

Upon hearing this, Nie Zheng and the others were all invigorated.

They had always been quite dismissive of the challenge, and now that they could act ahead of schedule, it suited their purposes perfectly.

Yuan Tiangang's gaze swept over everyone, finally landing on Su Muyu, and he said in a steady tone:

"Master Su, I have a suggestion regarding tonight's operation."

Su Muyu paused slightly under her black umbrella, waiting for the next part to continue.

"In this surprise attack, the priority should be a swift and decisive victory, and we must conceal any unnecessary strength."

"The most mysterious things are often the most feared."

Yuan Tiangang said slowly,

"It was Di Yun and Linghu Chong who previously killed the Demon Sect's protectors, Jiu Mo and Shen Mo."

"I have also shown my face in the dense forest outside Qingzhou City before, so we are a semi-public presence."

He looked at Di Yun and Linghu Chong, and both of them nodded—their enmity with the Demonic Sect had long been public, so it was only natural for them to appear now.

"And you, Master Su, are a newcomer, yet you are also the leader of the Drizzle Pavilion. Your mid-stage Celestial Realm cultivation is a trump card in our hands."

"It is not advisable to expose it too early unless absolutely necessary."

"In my opinion, I will lead the team tonight, with Di Yun and Linghu Chong accompanying me on a frontal assault."

"The Mirror Heart Demon uses mind-altering techniques to disrupt their minds, while the Alluring Kingdom and Alluring City are responsible for clearing out the surrounding demonic cultivators and cutting off their escape route."

Yuan Tiangang paused, then looked at Su Muyu:

"Master Su, you, Zhang Wuji, and Yang Guo should remain hidden on the outer perimeter to keep watch and prevent any from escaping."

"This arrangement can also handle unexpected situations. What do you think of it?"

Su Muyu remained silent for a moment, gently turning the black umbrella in her palm, and finally nodded:

"The commander-in-chief has considered everything carefully, so we will proceed accordingly."

Although he wanted to test the strength of the demonic cultivators in this world firsthand, he also understood the importance of maintaining secrecy.

"I will take Yang Guo and Zhang Wuji and stay ten miles outside Baiyun City to guard the area. If anything happens, we will rush to their aid immediately."

"Alright. It's decided then," Yuan Tiangang said immediately.

"We'll depart promptly at midnight tonight."

"Yes!" everyone responded in unison.

At this moment, Jing Ke stepped forward, cupped his hands in greeting to Yuan Tiangang, and said:

"Lord Yuan, may I take Xuan Yi with me? His enemy is the Lin family."

"I made a promise to him when he joined Xiyulou."

"Yes, where is Xuan Yi now?" Yuan Tiangang asked.

"I have already informed him that he has completed the bounty mission and is on his way back," Jing Ke said.

"Okay, everyone, let's take a short break."

"Yes"

As soon as he finished speaking, everyone fell silent and left.

The air was thick with a tense, murderous atmosphere, just waiting for the night to engulf White Cloud City.

Outside the building in the light rain,

A figure staggered to the ground, his black outfit covered in dust; it was Xuan Yi, who had just returned from a mission.

His chest heaved violently, and his face still showed signs of exhaustion, but when his fingertips touched the communication token,

When he saw the words "A surprise attack on the Lin family tonight," his pupils suddenly contracted, and his blood seemed to boil instantly.

"The Lin family..."

He hissed in a low voice, his nails digging deep into his palms until blood seeped out.

Five years have passed. Since the night the entire Shi family was slaughtered, he has lived in anonymity, enduring humiliation and hardship, all for this day!

Xuan Yi suddenly gathered his energy, his figure transforming into a blur as he raced towards Tingyu Pavilion.

The door to the pavilion was not closed. When he pushed it open, a gust of wind was stirred up, and his gaze swept over Nie Zheng and the others in the hall.

He fixed his gaze directly on Jing Ke, his voice hoarse with excitement:

"Lord Jing... Lord Jing Ke, is the message true? Tonight... tonight we're going to the Lin family?"

Seeing that his eyes were bloodshot and his body was surging with murderous intent, Jing Ke stood up, patted him on the shoulder, and said in a deep voice, "It's true."

He recalled when Xuan Yi joined Xi Yu Lou, his fists clenched so tightly they turned white, and his words, "As long as I can avenge him, I'm willing to do anything."

Seeing the trembling, excited expression before him, Jing Ke's tone softened slightly, yet remained unwaveringly firm:

"Xuan Yi, do you remember what I said to you when you entered the building?"

Xuan Yi suddenly looked up, a look of confusion flashing in his eyes. Then he remembered Jing Ke's promise from that day, his throat bobbing, almost unable to speak:

"You...you said you would be with me on the day I take my revenge. You would cover my retreat!"

"That's right."

Jing Ke nodded, his fingertips tracing the patterns on the dagger at his waist.

"I, Jing Ke, always keep my word. Tonight, I will accompany you to the Lin family and help you personally settle the score for the extermination of your clan."

"Thank you, sir! Thank you, sir!" Xuan Yi knelt down with a thud.

His forehead slammed heavily against the blue bricks, his voice trembling with sobs, yet overflowing with a suppressed ecstasy.

"Father! People of the clan! Can you see this? Shi Yong... Shi Yong can finally avenge you!"

He abruptly stood up, staggered to the weapon rack in the corner, and took down the gleaming longsword.

The scabbard also bears a faint engraving of the character "石" (stone) – the only remaining relic of the Shi family.

He drew his sword, its cold light reflecting off his ferocious face, his killing intent almost tangible.

Jing Ke stepped forward and said, "Xuanyi, calm down."

"The Lin family has a master of the Demonic Sect guarding them; we must not act rashly."

"Calm down first. Tonight's operation requires following orders."

"Yes! I understand!"

Xuan Yi took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing his turbulent emotions. The tip of his sword slowly returned to its sheath, but the flames in his eyes burned even brighter than before.

Everyone in the hall looked at him, and their eyes all understood.

Who doesn't carry the weight of their past when they step onto this path of bloodshed?

Tonight, Baiyun City is not only the battlefield for annihilating the Demon Sect, but also the Shura field where Xuan Yi will settle his five-year-old blood feud.

As night deepened, the wind outside the building grew increasingly biting.

Xuan Yi gripped the sword hilt, his fingertips turning white from the force. Images of his clansmen's tragic deaths flashed through his mind again and again, along with scenes of revenge.

He knew that after tonight, he would either be freed from the wrath of a bloodbath or suffer the horrific fate of perishing together with his enemy.

—But no matter which one, he had been waiting for this day for far too long.

Eternal Night Space.

Ye Junlin sat upright on the Jade Throne

"System, view your personal panel."

[Ding, instruction received]

[Host]: Ye Junlin

[Identity]: Lord of the Eternal Night

[Realm]: Middle stage of Dongxu

[Physique]: Supreme God-Demon Body (No Superior Level)

[Cultivation Technique]: Supreme Divine Demon Scripture (Unparalleled Level)

[Martial Arts]: Heaven-Slaying Sword Drawing Technique, Emperor's Seal Technique, Shadow Step

[Items]: 10 Eternal Night Decrees, 3 Storage Rings, ...

[Energy Points]: 0 points

[Summoning Character]:

The Five Emperors: Donghuang Taiyi (Late Stage of a Land Immortal)

Sixth Master: Yuan Tiangang (Late Stage of Celestial Realm)

The Seven Stars: 1. Di Yun (Late Nirvana Stage) 2. Linghu Chong (Late Nirvana Stage) 3. Yang Guo (Peak Nirvana Stage) 4. Zhang Wuji (Peak Nirvana Stage)

八卫：1.荆轲（洞虚境巅峰）、2.聂政（洞虚境巅峰）、3.要离（洞虚境巅峰）、4.专诸（洞虚境巅峰）、5.豫让（洞虚境巅峰）、6.曹沫（洞虚境巅峰）7.鉏鸒（洞虚境巅峰）

Xi Yu Lou: Su Muyu (Mid-stage Celestial Being)

Bad Guys: Mirror Heart Demon (Nirvana Peak), Yelü Tabuyan (Void Peak), Yelü Tabuhua (Void Peak)

Ye Junlin looked at the people on the panel, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes. Yongyetian was becoming more and more powerful.