The First List?

The silver-haired woman was as breathtakingly beautiful as I remembered, perhaps even more so with a hint of mature allure. Yet, to my surprise, she was glaring at me with an intensity that seemed out of place.

'The dark blue robe signifies that Sia has already attained the rank of Elder within the Blue Magic Tower,' I mused, impressed by her rapid ascent through the ranks. 'To progress this quickly, even without the aid of a system or summons constantly farming experience for me in the dungeon – that is the true mark of a genius.'

I had to admit, if not for the unfair advantages bestowed upon me by the system and my loyal summons, there was no way I could have levelled up at such a breakneck pace. Yet here was Sia, matching my speed without any such crutches.

It seemed the gods had chosen their favourites, and I couldn't help but feel a twinge of envy. Sia's accomplishments were all the more remarkable given the obstacles she had overcome through sheer talent and determination alone.