The Night Watchman Who Guards the Netherworld

One is a secret alliance of ancient families, passed down through the ages. Disguised as antique dealers, archaeologists, and restorers, its members quietly seek out and deal with the “defilements” that threaten the world. They are guardians of order. The other is a radical organization that believes the power of the “defilements” can bring “evolution” and even “immortality.” Its members recklessly excavate ancient tombs, seize powerful “defilements” at any cost, and conduct all kinds of forbidden fusion experiments. I, Xu Guan, was appraising a blood-jade thumb ring when I saw its owner's family being slaughtered. That was how I uncovered the secrets of my own family...

This novel and its characters are entirely fictional. Any resemblance to real people or events is purely coincidental. Do not imitate.