Summoning Jing Ke, Eternal Night Established

Inside the Mountain God Temple,

The cold wind howled past, carrying grains of snow, yet it could not disperse the blazing Spiritual Energy surging around Ye Junlin.

He clenched his fists, feeling the power coursing through his body and the formidable physique bestowed by the Eternal Night Divine Demon Body. A sharp glint flashed through his eyes.

His Xiantian Peak cultivation was more condensed and pure than before. Every gesture carried the pressure of a divine demon.

"System, use the Bronze Summoning Card!"

Without the slightest hesitation, Ye Junlin gave the command in his heart.

What he lacked most right now was manpower. According to the system's introduction, a Bronze Summoning Card was enough to bring him the aid of a Void Glimpse Realm Strong One.

[Bronze Summoning Card in use... Randomly drawing a Strong One from the Myriad Worlds... Draw successful!]

[Congratulations, Host. You have summoned—Jing Ke!]

As the system's cold prompt fell, a detailed character panel clearly appeared in Ye Junlin's mind:

[Name: Jing Ke]

[Cultivation: Middle Void Comprehension Stage]

[Cultivation Art: Immortal Tier Startling Swan Seven Kill Art]

[Combat Skills: Immortal Tier Instant Kill Sword Shadow Concealment Stealth Technique]

[Origin: A top assassin of the Warring States period. His "map revealed, dagger drawn" deed left his name in history. Exceptionally bold and peerless in assassination, he had few rivals among those of the same realm. He valued promises and loyalty, and feared not death.]

[Loyalty: 100% (Maximum)]

Jing Ke!

Ye Junlin's pupils suddenly contracted, and towering waves surged through his heart.

This man was one of the most renowned assassins in Chinese history.

Dispatched by Prince Dan, he carried Fan Yuqi's head and the Dukang Map to assassinate King Zheng of Qin—Qin Shi Huang. His attempt in Xianyang Palace failed, and he was slain by Qin Wuyang.

"Bleak, bleak the Yi River runs cold; once the hero departs, he shall never return."

Even now, those words still made one's blood boil!

Moreover, with his Middle Void Comprehension Stage cultivation, he was absolutely among the top Combat Powers in Qingfeng City!

Just as those thoughts flickered through his mind—

A dazzling azure light suddenly flared in the open space at the center of the Ruined Temple.

The light spread like flowing water, and a tall, straight figure slowly appeared within it.

The newcomer wore a fitted black outfit, with an ancient dagger hanging at his waist. He stood as straight as a pine, his face cold and resolute, his gaze as sharp as an eagle's.

A fierce yet restrained killing intent lingered around him, like a peerless blade hidden within its sheath—still, it was unremarkable; once drawn, it could shatter stone and rend the sky.

The moment he appeared, he dropped to one knee before Ye Junlin. His voice rang out forcefully, filled with heartfelt reverence and loyalty:

"Subordinate Jing Ke greets my Lord!"

That form of address brought a warm feeling to Ye Junlin's heart.

The system had not lied. Summoned characters were indeed one hundred percent loyal to him.

"Rise." Ye Junlin spoke calmly, but his tone carried an unquestionable authority.

"Thank you, my Lord!" Jing Ke rose at once and stood to one side with his hands at his sides, his gaze respectful yet neither servile nor arrogant.

At that moment, the system's prompt sounded again:

[Ding! Congratulations, Host. Obtaining your first Void Glimpse Realm Strong One has triggered the first mission.]

[Mission Details:

1. Establish a force belonging to the Host and name it;

2. Investigate the true mastermind behind the Host's assassination.]

[Mission Rewards: Bronze Summoning Card ×1, Energy Points ×1000, Dimensional Space expansion authority.]

[Mission Time Limit: None.]

[Mission Failure Penalty: None.]

A sharp light flashed in Ye Junlin's eyes.

Establish a force and investigate the true culprit! Those were precisely the most urgent matters before him!

"Jing Ke." Ye Junlin turned around, his gaze falling upon Jing Ke as he spoke in a deep voice.

"From this day onward, the force we create shall be called Eternal Night Heaven!"

He paused, and his voice suddenly became cold and resolute. Each word crashed down like thunder:

"Eternal Night Heaven shall take darkness as its curtain and slaughter as its blade! Whoever blocks my path, kill! Whoever humiliates me shall repay it a hundredfold!"

Jing Ke's body trembled, and a trace of fervor flashed through his eyes. He knelt on one knee again, his voice booming like a great bell:

"Subordinate Jing Ke is willing to die for Eternal Night Heaven!"

"Good!" Ye Junlin nodded in satisfaction.

"Eternal Night Heaven shall have a strict hierarchy. I shall be its Lord.

"Under me, there shall temporarily be: Two Gods, Three Emperors, Western Venerable, Five Imperials, Six Absolutes, Seven Stars, Eight Guards, Nine Envoys, and Ten Directions Inspectors!"

"You excel at stealth and assassination, and your strength is exceptional. From today onward, you shall be one of the Eight Guards of my Eternal Night Heaven!"

The Eight Guards were Eternal Night Heaven's elite assassin force, responsible for high-risk missions such as assassinations and intelligence gathering.

Jing Ke's abilities were undoubtedly the most suitable for this position.

"This subordinate obeys!" Jing Ke answered in a deep voice, his eyes growing even more respectful.

Ye Junlin nodded slightly, then his Change of Tone shifted. Killing intent surged in his eyes.

"Jing Ke, I want you to handle one matter—find out who truly orchestrated my assassination!"

"That night, I was Attacked at the side residence. Three Early Grandmaster Stage assassins struck ruthlessly, and their target was clear.

"Furthermore, the sounds of battle echoed throughout the entire residence, yet not a single person from the Ye Clan came to aid me!"

"I suspect this matter is definitely connected to certain people within the Ye Clan!

"Go to the Ye Clan in Qingfeng Commandery at once and investigate in secret. Remember, you must not expose your identity!"

"This subordinate understands!" Jing Ke's eyes sharpened as he replied in a deep voice.

"Stealth and intelligence gathering are this subordinate's specialties. I will not fail my mission!"

"Mm. I will enter the Dimensional Space to lie low for now. Once you have finished investigating, enter the space directly and report to me," Ye Junlin said to Jing Ke.

At the same time, he silently muttered in his heart:

"Sigh! Though I am not welcomed in the Ye Clan, I still hope it is not as I suspect!"