75: Chapter 75 is no joke, fair competition.

Lu Chen didn't expect that Yin Susu, this woman, would use such a big move right from the start.

Women, they are all jars of vinegar!

Before he could even explain, he saw Ji Xiaofu's face turn pale in an instant, like a porcelain doll that would shatter at a single touch.

Ji Xiaofu's heart was filled with bitterness!

A few days ago, her Master had told her to forget about the Wudang marriage alliance, as she planned to betroth her to the Sect Master of the Xiaoyao Sect, Lu Chen.

Ever since the heroic rescue outside Dunhuang City, her heart had long been given to him, fluttering like a startled deer.

Although she didn't say it aloud, her heart felt as sweet as honey.

Who could have known that when they met again today, he would bring his fiancée right to the door!

What was even worse was that many people in the Emei Sect knew about this, including Senior Sister Jingxuan standing right before her.

As soon as Yin Susu spoke those words, Jingxuan was also stunned.

She thought to herself, so Sect Master Lu already has a fiancée!

What is Master thinking? Isn't this making things difficult for Junior Sister Ji?

For a moment, the scene was somewhat awkward.

"Susu, don't cause a scene." Lu Chen shook his head with feigned helplessness, his tone carrying a hint of doting, a hint of reproach, and a hint of... showing off?

"I... I am Emei's Ji Xiaofu..." Her voice was as faint as a mosquito's hum, tears welling in her eyes, looking utterly pitiful.

Ji Xiaofu's voice was barely audible. After saying the name "Ji Xiaofu," she could no longer hold back, and large teardrops rolled down her cheeks.

She hurriedly raised her hand to wipe them away, but the more she wiped, the more they fell, uncontrollably.

Yin Susu had no intention of letting her off, still tightly gripping Ji Xiaofu's hand.

She said with a smile, "Sister Ji, there's no need for such formality. I've heard a bit about you and Brother Chen. I'm sure the days we spend calling each other sisters will be long indeed."

"Calling each other sisters?" Ji Xiaofu suddenly looked up, her eyes full of disbelief.

She tried to pull her hand away, only to find it firmly held by Yin Susu, making it impossible to break free.

Seeing this, Lu Chen frowned slightly. Just as he was about to speak and explain, he was glared back into silence by Yin Susu.

"Brother Chen, don't speak. We women will communicate among ourselves." Yin Susu was smiling brightly, but her tone carried a hint of unquestionable dominance.

Jingxuan stood to the side, watching this complicated scene and sighing inwardly.

She stole a glance at Ji Xiaofu, seeing her eyes red and on the verge of tears, as if she had suffered a great grievance.

"Sister Yin must be joking. Sect Master Lu and I have only met once; there are no other ties between us." Ji Xiaofu suppressed the bitterness in her heart and forced a smile.

"Oh? Is that so?" Yin Susu arched an eyebrow, her tone playful. "But how did I hear that Sect Leader Fang of the Emei Sect intends to betroth you to Brother Chen?"

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

Ji Xiaofu felt as if she had been struck by lightning, her face instantly becoming as pale as paper.

She never expected that Yin Susu would know about such a thing and even say it in front of so many people.

Seeing this, Jingxuan quickly took a step forward, wanting to explain for Ji Xiaofu.

"Hall Master Yin, I'm afraid there is some misunderstanding..."

"Misunderstanding?" Yin Susu chuckled, interrupting Jingxuan. "The marriage alliance between the Emei Sect and the Xiaoyao Sect is known to everyone in the Jianghu. How could it be a misunderstanding?"

Saying this, Yin Susu turned to look at Lu Chen, her eyes seductive as silk. "Brother Chen, isn't that right? You took Sect Leader Fang's letter and went to Wudang to reject the marriage alliance request between Wudang and Emei on behalf of Miss Ji. This is common knowledge in Wudang..."

Lu Chen was caught off guard by Yin Susu's sudden revelation.

He looked at the pale Ji Xiaofu and then at the playful Yin Susu, thinking to himself, "Women are really troublesome when they get jealous."

"This... it is indeed true. I went to Wudang to reject the marriage alliance on behalf of Emei..." Lu Chen was momentarily at a loss for words.

Yin Susu giggled, her body trembling like a blooming branch, as if she had heard some great joke.

"I told you, our great Sect Master Lu is deeply in love with Miss Ji," Yin Susu smiled. "Even though he has an engagement with me, heroes have a weakness for beauties. It's only natural for him to be unable to forget Miss Ji."

Lu Chen's forehead began to sweat. He quickly tried to stop Yin Susu from continuing her nonsense. "Susu, stop it. Things are not as you imagine..."

Yin Susu didn't give Lu Chen a chance to explain at all, directly interrupting him.

"Brother Chen, you don't need to explain. I understand, I understand everything." Yin Susu waved her hand with an 'I know everything' look. "Men, who doesn't like a beautiful girl? Not to mention, Miss Ji is so charming and lovely."

Saying this, Yin Susu turned her head, winked at Ji Xiaofu, and said with a smile, "Sister Ji, don't you agree?"

Ji Xiaofu was so embarrassed by Yin Susu's words that her face turned bright red, wishing she could find a hole to crawl into.

"Miss Yin, you... you've misunderstood. Sect Master Lu and I are innocent; there is nothing between us," Ji Xiaofu hurriedly defended herself, her voice trembling.

"Innocent? Really?" Yin Susu arched an eyebrow, her tone full of doubt. "But for your sake, Brother Chen even dared to go to Wudang Mountain, and even asked for the Shaolin Nine Yang Skill, saying it was a betrothal gift for his proposal to marry Miss Ji from Emei!"

"I... I... how is that possible?" Ji Xiaofu was incoherent, not knowing how to explain.

Seeing this, Lu Chen quickly took a step forward, wanting to protect Ji Xiaofu behind him.

"Susu, stop talking. Xiaofu is thin-skinned and can't handle your teasing," Lu Chen said with a frown.

"Oh, feeling sorry for her?" Yin Susu glanced at Lu Chen, her tone carrying a hint of jealousy. "What, afraid I'll expose the secret between you two?"

Lu Chen was choked by Yin Susu's words and could only sigh helplessly.

Seeing this, Yin Susu became even more triumphant. She walked up to Ji Xiaofu and affectionately took her hand.

"Sister, you don't need to be afraid. I'm not some monster," Yin Susu said with a smile. "I, for one, love fair competition the most."

"Fair competition?" Ji Xiaofu looked at Yin Susu blankly, not knowing what she was up to.

"That's right, fair competition," Yin Susu nodded and continued, "Since Brother Chen is so outstanding, I'm certainly not the only girl who likes him."

"So, I think we should compete fairly. Whoever can ultimately win Brother Chen's heart will be the one with the skill."

"Miss Yin, you... please don't joke," Ji Xiaofu stammered, thinking Yin Susu had gone mad.

"I'm not joking," Yin Susu said seriously. "From today on, you and I will call each other sisters. As for Brother Chen, whoever grabs him gets him. In short, we sisters mustn't let it ruin our harmony."

As soon as these words came out, everyone present was stunned.

Lu Chen felt his head growing as big as a bucket. He never expected Yin Susu to make such an absurd suggestion.

This was simply... too crazy!

Ji Xiaofu was even more frightened, her face turning pale. She quickly waved her hands and said, "Miss Yin, you... please spare me. I never thought about competing with you. You and Sect Master Lu have a prior engagement, how could I..."

"Oh, sister, don't say that," Yin Susu interrupted Ji Xiaofu, saying with a smile, "Things that are fought for are more interesting, don't you think?"

After saying that, Yin Susu even threw a wink at Lu Chen, as if to say, "How about it, Brother Chen? Isn't my suggestion good?"