Fate-Defying Demon Emperor

"Long live the Nineteenth Prince!"

"His Highness is invincible!"

"Hail to His Highness!"

The crowd erupted. Countless people congratulated Su Han. They were all citizens of the Heavenly Sword Dynasty and naturally hoped the first-place title would remain with them. Su Han’s appearance had successfully fulfilled their wish. At this moment, the cheers shook the heavens, and the congratulations resonated far and wide.

"Success! Mr. Su has truly succeeded!"

On the ninetieth stone platform, Li Qingyue clenched her fist, too excited to contain herself. This was even more thrilling than obtaining a stone platform for herself. In her heart, Su Han was synonymous with invincibility, and now he had once again shown her his glorious side.

"Nineteenth Prince, I will remember you!"

Liu Xu’s beautiful eyes brimmed with admiration. She fixed her gaze on Su Han, etching his name and figure into her heart as a spirit of battle surged within her.

An opponent like him is the goal I should strive for! I must train hard to surpass him!

"Defeated... they were all defeated. How is this possible?"

The Yun Jun Holy Maiden’s face was pale, as if her soul had left her body. She was unable to accept this result. This was not what she wanted, and Su Han’s success meant that the possibility of washing away her previous shame was now even lower.

Am I going to carry the shame of the Mount Hua Sword Assembly for the rest of my life?

The Yun Jun Holy Maiden’s expression was incredibly grim, while the Saint Heir looked on with genuine admiration, completely convinced of Su Han’s strength. Only the Heartless Holy Son’s gaze flickered, his thoughts unknown.

As for the defeated Sword Lunatic and Sword Maniac, they could only sigh and begrudgingly accept the outcome. It wasn’t that they hadn’t tried, but rather that their opponent was simply too powerful. Had they been a step slower, they likely would have met the same fate as the Second Prince and the Demon Swordsman. They had come to compete for opportunities, not to die here.

At this moment, only a single figure remained on the Golden Stone Platform: Su Han.

A golden crown held his hair in place, and his python robe fluttered in the wind. With a razor-sharp sword and a tall, straight posture, Su Han currently wore the guise of the Nineteenth Prince, but his aura of peerless invincibility commanded the submission of all who looked upon him.

Su Han no longer had any opponents. He sheathed the Soul Severing Sword and waited quietly for the space to repair itself, anticipating the Flying Immortal Great Emperor’s final verdict.

First place was already in the bag!

By this time, the battles on the Pyramid battlefield had largely concluded. All the stone platforms had claimed their masters. This Sword Dao Assembly had seen considerable casualties; nearly three hundred geniuses had fallen, and almost every survivor was injured. One must remember that those who dared to participate in the Sword Dao Assembly were all geniuses of swordsmanship, yet the death rate was still so high—a testament to the event’s ferocity.

However, their participation was entirely voluntary; no one had forced them to come. Even with the death of the Demon Swordsman, the Dugu Imperial Clan wouldn’t seek retribution. After all, the Nineteenth Prince was a son of the Flying Immortal Great Emperor, and the Demon Swordsman had fallen in a fair and open duel. No one could say otherwise. This was the benefit of having a powerful backer. One could kill without fearing retaliation. Otherwise, the pursuit by the Dugu Imperial Clan alone would have been enough to run Su Han ragged.

Golden sunlight showered down, making the Pyramid battlefield shine brilliantly. On each stone platform stood a figure. Each of them had reached the end through their own strength and a series of fierce battles, and they deserved their corresponding rewards.

At this moment, all eyes turned to the Flying Immortal Great Emperor, for he was the Emperor of the Heavenly Sword Dynasty and the host of this Sword Dao Assembly.

Facing the crowd’s expectant gazes, the Flying Immortal Great Emperor did not disappoint. He waved his hand, and suddenly, a spiritual rain began to fall. This rain contained rich life force, and while it wasn’t as potent as Life Spring Water, it was no ordinary spiritual water. Nourished by the spiritual rain, everyone’s injuries healed, and even their depleted Spiritual Energy was restored by seventy to eighty percent. The extraordinary nature of this spiritual rain was evident.

"Thank you all for bringing us such splendid and thrilling battles. Congratulations to the victors on the stone platforms; you will receive your due rewards. As for the defeated, do not lose heart. The Sword Dao Assembly will be held every ten years under the same conditions. Though you were defeated today, you can return in ten years," the Flying Immortal Great Emperor said with a smile, exuding a warm affinity that put people at ease. His words were like a soothing spring breeze.

His announcement caused quite a stir.

The Sword Dao Assembly will be held again? And first place will still be a spot in the Myriad Virtual Realm?

In an instant, many hearts were set ablaze, the gloom of defeat swept away and replaced by renewed hope.

"Those ranked eleventh to one hundredth will receive a scroll of Heaven Rank, Low-Level swordsmanship!"

The Flying Immortal Great Emperor did not go back on his word and began bestowing the rewards publicly. With a wave of his hand, numerous Jade Slips whistled through the air, flying toward their respective stone platforms. These Jade Slips contained Heaven Rank, Low-Level swordsmanship. Of course, if anyone was dissatisfied with the swordsmanship they received, they were free to exchange or sell it. The Flying Immortal Great Emperor placed no restrictions on this.

On the ninetieth stone platform, Li Qingyue also received a Jade Slip.

Heavenly Rank, Low-Level Martial Skill: Jade Pure Feather Transformation Technique!

This was a Yin Attribute swordsmanship, which aligned well with her Cold Moon Sword Intent, delighting her to no end.

The swordsmanship granted by the Flying Immortal Great Emperor was not just a boon. It was a signal that she and her grandfather could now appear openly before others, and no one would ever dare to call them ’remnants’ again. Li Qingyue understood this signal, as did everyone else, and thus many people looked at her with envy.

Of course, this was partially because the Myriad Swords Sect only had Li Qingyue and Li Mingliang left, a pale shadow compared to the magnificent and prosperous Heavenly Sword Dynasty. Furthermore, Su Han had already brought them under his wing, so the Flying Immortal Great Emperor did not mind displaying a bit of compassion.

"Those ranked second to ninth will receive a Heaven Rank, Low-Level Swordsmanship manual!"

The Flying Immortal Great Emperor acted once again, sending nine Jade Slips flying toward the nine silver stone platforms.

Swordsmanship was far more precious than general swordsmanship, especially at the Heaven Rank, Low Level. If sold, it would fetch an astronomical price. For many, this was already an excellent prize.

Everyone had received their rewards, leaving only Su Han. At that moment, the entire crowd held its breath, awaiting the final, grand prize.

The Flying Immortal Great Emperor looked up slightly toward Su Han, a smile of satisfaction and pride on his face.

"First place will be granted three months of cultivation in the Myriad Virtual Realm. In three days, I will personally take you there," he announced, his voice resonant as it reached the ears of everyone present.

The crowd was once again abuzz, celebrating for Su Han. With the day’s battles, Su Han had left a deep and lasting impression on everyone with his glorious achievements.

The Flying Immortal Great Emperor smiled slightly, very pleased with this result. He spoke once more, his voice carrying to the four corners of the battlefield:

"I hereby declare that the first Sword Dao Assembly has reached a perfect conclusion!"