37 The First Genius of Fallen Leaf City!

"It's just a small matter, and it's really unnecessary for you, Sir Chen Bo, to make the trip yourself," Li Xun said with a smile.

"No," Chen Bo shook his head solemnly, speaking with a serious tone, "This is not a small matter; it's a lifelong event for you!"

"And there's one more thing I came here to tell you," he continued, "The patriarch has recently arranged a marriage for you."

"Arranged marriage?" Li Xun's smile froze on his face, and his mind couldn't help but jump to the cliché scenes he had seen in novels when it came to engagements.

Seeing the surprise on Li Xun's face, Chen Bo explained, "The clan hasn't experienced any major events. The patriarch has just arranged a marriage for you, and I came here to inform you in person."

"Hmm…" Li Xun considered for a moment and asked, "Do you dare to tell me about the woman I'm engaged to? Was she a genius before?"

"Not only was she a genius, but she has also recently broken through to the late stage of the Qi Refining Realm," Chen Bo replied. "And from what I heard, she is preparing to reach the peak of the Qi Refining Realm."

"Oh?" Li Xun's voice was meaningful, "So, I guess you expect me to visit her to discuss the engagement?"

"Exactly," Chen Bo nodded. He then revealed a red ring from his palm.

"A betrothal gift?" Li Xun inquired.

"Yes," Chen Bo replied.

"So, you want me to personally visit her?" Li Xun asked, having already guessed the reason for the visit.

"That's right," Chen Bo confirmed. "Li Xun, you need to personally go to Fallen Leaf City. The city is more than ten thousand miles away, and even if you set off now, you'll probably arrive late in the night."

Li Xun was the first to step forward, boarding the Spirit Navigational Boat. Chen Bo hesitated for a moment but followed Li Xun, still feeling a bit constrained. Being of higher cultivation than Li Xun didn't stop him from feeling cautious. After all, this was his first time riding on a Spirit Navigational Boat of such high caliber.

Li Xun noticed Chen Bo's discomfort and spoke gently, "Chen Bo, as an elder, feel free and at ease. No need to be so reserved."

"Okay," Chen Bo managed to squeeze out a smile but remained somewhat uneasy. To him, Li Xun was becoming increasingly difficult to fathom. He wondered how many more treasures Li Xun possessed, having already revealed a Spiritual Treasure flying treasure like the Spirit Navigational Boat. The notion that he could barely understand the extent of Li Xun's wealth was unsettling.

"By the way, Chen Bo," Li Xun asked curiously, "You haven't told me the name of the person I'm engaged to."

"Forgive my oversight," Chen Bo lamented, patting his forehead in annoyance. He then continued, "The woman you are engaged to is named Qin Xueyi, and she comes from the Qin family, the top family in Fallen Leaf City."

"The top family and the number one genius," Li Xun muttered to himself.

"Yes," Chen Bo nodded. "Though the Qin family is currently the top family in Fallen Leaf City, they are facing a decline. The patriarch's son is unable to cultivate, and although the only daughter has exceptional talent, she cannot succeed the patriarch's position."

"Currently, many people know that the Qin family is destined to decline. However, if you marry Qin Xueyi, you will easily gain control of the entire Qin family's assets."

"In fact, before the Qin family finalized the marriage with you, many others had approached them for marriage proposals, but they were all rejected by the Qin patriarch."

Chen Bo didn't mention another point. Some people still didn't give up and tried to propose to the Qin family, but they were all rejected as well.

Li Xun smiled faintly, seemingly understanding why the Qin patriarch had chosen him. In his view, his marriage seemed to be a sacrifice for the greater good. Since he was not the successor to the Li family and had already joined the Xuanyang Sect, he couldn't use the entire family's strength to take over the Qin family.

Moreover, the Xuanyang Sect was a dominant force within a radius of tens of thousands of miles. In front of such a behemoth, the importance of the Qin family diminished significantly.

Li Xun's future path was destined to be in the Xuanyang Sect. Whether he became an elder or even the head of the Xuanyang Sect, he wouldn't have any intentions toward the Qin family.

If he married Qin Xueyi, it would represent a union of two powers—the Li family and the Xuanyang Sect. Once Li Xun grew in strength, even if the Qin family declined, anyone who dared to provoke them in the future would have to consider their own weight.

Chen Bo's explanation made it clear why the Qin patriarch had made this choice.