Myriad Realms Gatekeeper

"Please debut in the Necro World, completely shake them, and let the world feel the charm of art!"

"—The true Diva!"

Shen Ye: "..."

Without the last few lines, it might have been better.

Alright,

if it's Diva, then it's Diva.

Shen Ye reached out to touch the Thunderbolt Wings extending from his back.

Zzzzz—

"Ow, what the heck?"

The electric shock from the lightning made his whole body twitch, and even his hair stood on end.

"I never thought a Diva would electrocute herself. Aren't you supposed to electrify others?" the Skeleton asked curiously.

"Standard procedure," Shen Ye coughed lightly to cover his embarrassment. "You should know, this is called rehearsing."

"I've never seen this kind of twitchy rehearsal."

"Shut up."

Do you think I want to?

Choosing this profession is a matter of necessity!

In order to have the chance to enhance my gate power...

By the way, how is my gate power now?

Shen Ye looked into the void.

On that vast void gate, indeed new tiny glowing letters emerged:

"You have been appointed as 'Diva' and acquired the professional ability, your 'gate' power faces a brand-new opportunity."

"You have only one chance to obtain the completely new gate ability 'Stellar Shift.'"

"To receive this ability, you must obtain at least a Blue (Outstanding) Evaluation Entry during your first Shuttle Between Two Worlds tomorrow."

"The higher the level of the Entry, the better the effect of 'Stellar Shift' will be!"

—I must at least reach a Blue Entry!

Only one chance!

Shen Ye paced back and forth in the room.

In five days, he would duel The Skinner.

True.

He now had various means of combat.

But in the most dangerous moment, he used his gate power to overcome the Human Figure, which earned him the identity of a True Disciple of the Chaotic Heaven Gate.

Fighting The Skinner, the gate is also the most important power.

Because it can be used at will!

So.

—It wasn't easy to activate the opportunity to evolve the gate.

I must get it!

But is there any way to ensure I get a Blue Entry tomorrow?

No!

No...

...Effort will pay off, maybe I should do some more preparation today.

Suddenly, there was a knock on the door from outside.

Shen Ye stopped.

Without waiting for him to speak, the door was kicked open.

A short man shrouded in shadows and a bulky Undead Evil Hound appeared at the door.

—Followed by a troupe of Skeleton Soldiers.

"Young vampire, what's your name? Where do you come from?"

the short man asked.

"They're Pale Shadow assassins; they're responsible for patrol and capturing criminals as per the warrant," the Skeleton secretly transmitted.

"Baxter, retired from the front line, found work at the Veterans' Guild, and have just settled in."

Shen Ye said while showing his soldier's insignia.

The insignia was snatched away and scrutinized back and forth.

"Veterans' Guild..." The short man stared at the insignia, releasing several Techniques to verify its authenticity, "Have you found work?"

"Diva." Shen Ye said.

"What? You've been appointed as a Diva?" The short man's expression changed.

His companion, the Undead Evil Hound, no longer posed as if ready to leap, but instead retracted its fangs and involuntarily wagged its tail.

—It was as if it had seen its idol.

"Yes, I have been appointed as a Diva—What about it?" Shen Ye didn't get it.

"Diva must have a guide, who is yours?" the short man asked.

"Madame Daisy."

"Ah... I know her, the leader of the Dark Night Ros Dance Troupe... damn it, there must be some mistake..."

The short man looked at Shen Ye, pulled out a list, glanced over it, and seemed disappointed and annoyed.

"My lord, what's the situation? I don't think I've done anything wrong,"

Shen Ye glanced at the skeleton soldiers arrayed strictly outside the door, pondered for a moment, and casually pulled out a bone coin. He handed it to the short man in front of him, slipping it into his pocket.

"Hey, there's really no need—my, you really are—"

The short man's tone relaxed, and the shadow that enveloped him also dispersed.

Shen Ye could finally see his face clearly.

——This was a gaunt man, his skin waxen yellow with a tint of black, his eyes bulging like those of a dead fish, expressionless.

But pinned to his black leather armor, which was trimmed with silver, was a golden badge.

"Shadow Assassin, the head of law enforcement in Eternal Night City,"

The large skeleton transmitted telepathically.

"What exactly has happened to alarm an officer to pay a visit in person?" Shen Ye asked.

As he asked, the short living corpse casually moved his arm to press it against his side.

With this press, he felt the weight of the bone coins in his pocket and accurately calculated the amount.

——It was a quite satisfying number.

The living corpse then put the list away, his face showing a semblance of sincere apology:

"They're constructing a large prison on the bank of the Frost River to hold those who don't obey, hence the search for forced labor..."

"But as a noble Diva, of course, you wouldn't be captured for such toil."

"It must have been those who can't see straight that made a mistake."

"May I know how to address you?" Shen Ye inquired.

"Just call me Kevin, Mr. Baxter," said the short living corpse.

"Officer Kevin, to be honest, I've recently arrived in Eternal Night City and don't have many friends. If you have time, feel free to visit me at the Veterans' Guild anytime. If I am not there, then I'll be resting here," Shen Ye said earnestly.

"Understood—there are some extremely dangerous individuals being tracked down in the city at the moment. It's best you avoid going to isolated areas for your safety," Kevin advised as he looked into his eyes.

"Thank you for your concern," Shen Ye said gratefully.

The Shadow Assassin, the head of law enforcement in Eternal Night City, the undead Kevin, stared at him, then slowly nodded, leading the Undead Evil Hound as he turned and exited the room.

"Disband the troops! Head to the inn across the street!"

He ordered.

The skeleton soldiers followed him.

Only after they had descended the stairs did a voice emerge from the void:

"My lord, easy prey."

"Diva respected by a Count—don't act rashly," Kevin responded without pausing his stride, crossing the street.

Shen Ye gently closed the door.

"Will you return to your world? Indeed, Eternal Night City is quite dangerous recently, as they are hunting me everywhere," the large skeleton said.

If it were the past, Shen Ye would have returned without a second thought.

But now—

For the sake of preparing in advance to earn a Blue (Outstanding) level evaluation entry tomorrow—

"No, we won't go back," Shen Ye said.

"Are we committing an offence against the wind?" the large skeleton inquired.

"We are law-abiding citizens—let's go, to the Veterans' Guild."

A few minutes later.

In the recruitment office of the Veterans' Guild.

"Are you looking for Madame Daisy?"

The Necromancer said smilingly, even going out of his way to pour Shen Ye a steaming cup of Bone Spirit Tea.

This was a tea steeped from tea bags, unlike the tea powder Shen Ye was familiar with. These tea bags contained a special kind of bone powder.

On the tea bag, a line of ghostly fire script read:

"Spicy and salty flavor, you deserve it."

Shen Ye took a sip.

——It didn't taste like tea; it reminded him more of drinking pork rib soup from his previous life.

Quite a bit too much pepper had been added.

Watching the Necromancer elegantly sipping his tea (or rather, bone broth), Shen Ye felt he couldn't possibly mimic such a graceful and imaginative tea-drinking pose.

"Yes, I've completed my employment and now I am a Diva. How can I find her?" Shen Ye asked with a nervous tone.

Overjoyed, the Necromancer set down his teacup and said:

"You're a Diva? That's wonderful, just give me a moment—"

He stood up, opened the safe behind him, and took out a badge. He handed it to Shen Ye solemnly:

"Things are a bit chaotic outside, with people being apprehended all the time. Wear this on your chest when you go out, and go to the big opera house in the city center to find Madame Daisy."

"She will surely be pleased to see you."

"Really? Then thank you," Shen Ye said.

He watched the badge, a metallic piece intricately designed with red and silver to form a rose, which emitted a faint strange fluctuation, captivating his gaze.

Small glowing characters appeared beside it:

"Exclusive badge of the Dark Night Rose Dance Troupe, signifying your performer status; the common folk dare not trouble you."

A fine item indeed.

Shen Ye immediately pinned the badge to his chest.