Rise of the Sword Son-in-Law

Chapter 579: Number One on the Genius List

By the time Xu Ping’an emerged into the outside world, he found that he was the last of the seven to come out.

Seeing Xu Ping’an come out, both Li Qingyi and Su Chan secretly let out a sigh of relief.

The surrounding crowd also burst into constant discussion when they saw Xu Ping’an appear.

Obviously, they were all curious about what kind of inheritance Xu Ping’an had received.

After all, Xu Ping’an was the last to appear in the outside world.

The Great Flame Emperor also looked at Xu Ping’an with a meaningful glance, his eyes clearly filled with surprise.

In his view, an inheritance of images could not possibly take such a long time.

Xu Ping’an had stayed inside longer than usual.

However, with so many people around, he did not raise this question.

"Alright, now that the inheritance is complete, we shall proceed to the next item, which is the marriage of my daughter, Su Chan," the Great Flame Emperor said.

As soon as these words were spoken, the whole place exploded into an uproar.

Everyone knew that the Great Flame Emperor planned to marry off his daughter.

And Thirteenth Princess Su Chan’s talents were outrageously exceptional, not to mention that her beauty had earned her a place on the list of most beautiful women.

Therefore, there wasn’t a single man present who didn’t want to marry Su Chan.

Now that the Great Flame Emperor was about to announce giving his daughter away in marriage, they were all curious as to whom the Great Flame Emperor would actually betroth his daughter.

Hearing the Great Flame Emperor’s words, Xu Ping’an’s brows also furrowed.

His gaze sharpened as he looked toward the Great Flame Emperor.

If the Great Flame Emperor planned to betroth his niece to Yu Wenbai, he would stop it at all costs, even if it meant revealing his identity.

Su Chan’s face also turned pale, her eyes grave.

Yu Wenbai, on the other hand, wore an unperturbed expression, as if saying, who else apart from himself was worthy of the Thirteenth Princess?

Seeing everyone’s eyes on him, the Great Flame Emperor revealed a smile on his face.

"As you all know, my daughter has peerless talent, and her achievements will surpass those of this Emperor in the future. Furthermore, her beauty is unmatched, and anyone who marries her will be far from slighted," the Great Flame Emperor said in a loud voice.

The people around nodded in agreement.

Whoever could marry the Thirteenth Princess would indeed receive a massive blessing.

Even the top geniuses from the institutes and Earth Divine Sect were no match for Su Chan.

At that moment, the atmosphere became incredibly tense.

Who would the Great Flame Emperor decide to betroth his daughter to?

"Originally, I intended to marry my daughter to Yu Wenbai, for his talent and strength are indeed worthy of her," the Great Flame Emperor said.

Upon hearing this, Yu Wenbai’s expression changed.

What did this mean?

What did he mean by "originally"?

Could it be that he no longer intended to give his daughter to him?

The crowd around was also surprised.

Could it be that the Imperial Son-in-law in the Great Flame Emperor’s mind was not Yu Wenbai?

Then who could it be?

For a moment, everyone was somewhat puzzled.

Even Su Chan herself did not know what her father, the Flame Emperor, was really thinking.

"For the happiness of my daughter, I intend to set forth a condition. Whoever fulfills this condition, I will give my daughter to him," the Great Flame Emperor said.

"What condition?" Yu Wenbai immediately spoke up.

So, there was still a chance.

He had truly thought the Great Flame Emperor was about to give Su Chan away to someone else.

Su Chan was the woman he had decided on, and he had to have her.

For Su Chan, he had been training frantically.

Everything was to gain Su Chan’s approval.

Xu Ping’an was also curious about what kind of condition the Great Flame Emperor had.

"My condition is that the one who ranks first on the Genius List, and is under the age of thirty, will be eligible. Whoever among you meets this requirement can marry my daughter. Not only them, but anyone present here is also eligible," the Great Flame Emperor said.

At these words, the entire audience was immediately abuzz.

Genius Ranking first place?

How could that be possible?

For them, this task was simply impossible.

Did they know how terrifying, how heaven-defying the top ten geniuses on the list were?

Even Yu Wenbai couldn’t break into the top fifty, let alone claim the first place.

At this moment, Yu Wenbai’s complexion once again turned ugly.

Xu Ping’an, however, breathed a sigh of relief.

First place on the Genius Ranking, difficult?

Very difficult, it could be said to be as tough as ascending to heaven.

But for his younger aunt, he had to try no matter what.

Thinking this, he clenched his fists tightly, eyes brimming with intense fighting spirit.

"Great Flame Emperor, I am not convinced. Didn’t you say before that you would marry Su Chan to me? Later, you said you would choose from among us, but now you say only the first place in the Genius Ranking can marry Su Chan. Isn’t this a bit too childish?" Yu Wenbai said somewhat angrily.

In his view, he simply couldn’t accomplish this task.

It was clearly just an excuse for the Great Flame Emperor to reject him.

"When did I ever promise to marry my daughter to you? I only said you had the qualifications to become my son-in-law. Now, making such a request is indeed a bit tough on you. However, I can give you a three-year deadline."

"Within these three years, only from among the five of you will be chosen. After three years, if none of you has reached first place on the Genius Ranking, the scope of selection will not be limited to just the five of you anymore," the Great Flame Emperor said.

"Three years? How is that possible, Emperor, do you think any of us five could reach first place on the Genius Ranking within three years?" Yu Wenbai exclaimed angrily again.

A three-year deadline was simply a joke.

Hearing Yu Wenbai’s words, many people in the audience nodded in agreement.

Let alone three years, even in thirty years, it was doubtful any among those five could climb to the top of the Genius Ranking.

"Well, just because you can’t do it, doesn’t mean others can’t."

Just then, ’Wu Qing’ spoke up.

At those words, it was as if a bomb had been detonated; everyone looked at Xu Ping’an in amazement.

A strong killing intent burst forth in Yu Wenbai’s eyes as he looked at Xu Ping’an, "Are you saying you can reach first place on the Genius Ranking within three years?"

"That’s right, that’s exactly what I mean," ’Wu Qing’ replied with a smile.

Hearing ’Wu Qing’s’ affirmative answer, everyone revealed expressions of shock.

Soon, many people showed derisive smiles.

Even some of the powerful figures from the major forces shook their heads.

First place on the Genius Ranking?

What kind of monster would that be?

That would mean the genius among geniuses.

Did this Wu Qing think he was the number one genius under the heavens?

The Great Flame Emperor also couldn’t help but look at Xu Ping’an with a hint of surprise in his eyes.

Clearly, he had not expected ’Wu Qing’ to step forward.

"Great Flame Emperor, if I can reach first place on the Genius Ranking within three years, may I marry the princess?" Xu Ping’an asked.

"Of course, if you truly become first on the Genius Ranking, I will marry my daughter to you. Chan’er, do you have any objections?" the Great Flame Emperor said with a laugh.

Upon hearing this, Su Chan glanced at Xu Ping’an without a ripple and responded softly, "Chan’er is willing."

The words of Su Chan stunned everyone present.

Had the Thirteenth Princess actually agreed?

Was she optimistic about Wu Qing, or did she think Wu Qing simply couldn’t achieve it?

Probably the latter, right?

Understanding this, the crowd let it go, after all, this was an impossible task.

Xu Ping’an, however, revealed a smile, turned to Su Chan and said, "Princess, I will surely become first on the Genius Ranking and come back to marry you."

Stormy waves surged in Su Chan’s heart, but her face remained calm as she nodded slightly.

All around, numerous people snorted in derision, obviously thinking Xu Ping’an was making an empty boast.

"This guy thinking of becoming first on the Genius Ranking? What a joke."

In the crowd of onlookers, Xue Hu gnawed on a chicken leg while sneering disdainfully.