Girls in a Matriarchal World Are Just Too Scary-Chapter 43 - The Competition Begins

They were still in their twenties but stuck at the lowest level—Qi Refining.

And moving up in cultivation took more and more time the higher you went.

Could they even reach Foundation Establishment before turning thirty?

That thought hit them hard.

The girl in blue spoke again,

“And it’s not just Senior Sister Xiao. The Second and Third Sisters are super strong too.

Senior Brother Su himself is already at Foundation Establishment. Now do you see why chasing him is just a dream?”

The girls felt embarrassed.

They hadn’t even caught up to his level—how could they even think of being with him?

Meanwhile, Su Yan ignored all the noise.

He was used to it by now.

In truth, his body’s natural talent was bad.

The only reason he got to Foundation Establishment was because of his Master, Bai Shuixin.

“I had to eat rare treasures for days just to break through,” he thought. “She must be disappointed.”

Maybe that’s why she didn’t seem close to him.

Every master wants a talented student.

But things had changed.

Thanks to the system, his strength grew fast.

Bai Shuixin noticed and started to treat him better.

“Funny. I wanted her to notice me before, but she didn’t.

Now that I don’t care, she’s paying attention.”

But her new interest worried him—what if she found out about the system?

Lin Qingyue had liked him since joining Yi Xian Sect.

Seeing other girls crowd around him again annoyed her.

“He’s mine—back off!” she thought angrily, even though her face stayed calm.

When did she start feeling this way?

It felt wrong, but she couldn’t stop.

“He helped me when I was at my lowest.

He’s been so kind… how could I not fall for him?”

She blamed him for making her feel this way.

But deep down, she knew.

“I like him.”

He had both good looks and a kind heart.

Loving him felt natural.

Still, she knew getting close to him wouldn’t be easy.

Senior Sister Xiao was already a strong rival.

But at least Xiao didn’t know about her feelings—so she had a head start.

She had always tried to be the sweet little sister to everyone.

But with him, it was different.

None of those other sisters could compare to him.

She clenched her fists, then casually asked,

“By the way, Senior Brother, people keep talking about three strong sisters. I’ve met Senior Sister Xiao in my three months here, but not the other two. Why’s that?”

She wanted to find out more about her rivals—know them before facing them.

“It’s been a long time since I saw them,” Su Yan said. “I kind of miss them. Second Sister is training in secret, trying to level up. Third Sister went home and hasn’t come back yet.”

Strange—Third Sister had been gone for months. Was something wrong?

“Oh, I see,” Lin Qingyue said with a calm nod.

Then Su Yan’s tone turned serious.

“We can talk about them later. Right now, focus on the match. It’s based on points, but people still use real weapons. Be extra careful.”

Lin Qingyue was naturally pretty, but her hard life as a kid had made her look weak.

Thanks to spiritual training and Su Yan’s good food, her skin now looked smooth and glowing—like jade.

If she got hurt, it would hurt him too.

“Don’t worry, Senior Brother,” she said with a bright smile.

She was full of confidence.

He helped her register for the competition and found a quiet place for them to sit.

Even in their calm spot, people around were whispering.

“Is that Su Yan’s Junior Sister? I’m so jealous!”

“Right? She sees him every day—what a dream. I wish I lived on Tian Shui Peak too.”

“Just becoming an inner disciple is hard enough. To catch the eye of a peak master? That’s like winning the lottery.”

Lin Qingyue heard the jealous talk but ignored it.

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The only things that mattered were her sword—and Su Yan.

…

The wait felt long. Su Yan yawned, but the event finally started.

Dang, dang, dang.

Three bell rings—the match had begun.

It was just for rookies, but even the important elders of the sect came to watch.

After all, the future of the sect depended on its young disciples.

Every three years, they held this test.

The contestants were excited.

If you made the top three, you could win a powerful weapon and get noticed by the elders.

For beginners, this was a golden chance.

“Senior Brother, I’m going now,” Lin Qingyue said and turned to leave.

Su Yan quickly focused again, ready to cheer for her—

Just then, a message from the system popped up.

[Option 1: Kiss her, wish her victory. (Reward: Mid-Grade Artifact, Dust-Cleansing Robe)]

[Option 2: Pat her head, boost her spirit. (Reward: Mid-Grade Artifact, Black Cherry Spear)]

[Option 3: Do nothing. (Reward: None)]

Option one—too wild. No way.

Option two—perfect. She loved head pats, and free loot? Yes, please.

“Give it your all.”

He patted her head. She ducked, shy.

Fine in private—but here, with a crowd? Her dignity!

“If it’s him, though…”

Embarrassment or teasing, she’d take it.

She’d caught his poison—and wanted no cure.

A disciple boomed nearby, “All contestants, enter—the match is starting!”

“Senior Brother…”

She glanced back.

“No nerves—go. Just do you.”

He wasn’t worried. Special Heavenly Spirit Root genius—normal disciples? No match. Top three, easy. Champion? Likely.

“Mm!”

She flashed a bashful grin, then strode to the field with fierce momentum.