According to Gu Yanshan, among the younger generation of the Famous Sword Sect, those who practice the Xuanji Sword Technique are mostly women. Moreover, their strength is relatively weaker.

As a rising star, Qin Yi choosing the Xuanji Sword Technique match was the safest option. However, Qin Yi felt that competing for the sword leader with a group of women was something he couldn't bring himself to do.

Especially since Xiao Qingyu and Gu Yiyi were primarily practicing the Xuanji Sword Technique. If he were to face them, he wouldn't have the heart to defeat them, yet not defeating them would be difficult. Why bother?

Since the Xuanji Sword Technique match wasn't suitable, he decided to sign up for the Sky-Cleaving Sword Technique match instead.