Grand Return System-Chapter 115: Dawn Before the Martial Meeting

Dawn Before the Martial Meeting

The morning was wrapped in a soft veil of mist.

At the peak of Amethyst Summit Division, the air carried the quiet chill of early dawn. Pale sunlight slowly crept above the distant mountains, spreading faint golden light across the bamboo forest and the stone courtyard before the training hall.

Dew clung to the grass like scattered pearls.

In the open space before the training hall—

Selena was already waiting.

She stood quietly with her sword resting at her side.

Her long white-silver hair flowed down her back like a waterfall of moonlight, slightly damp from the morning mist. The pale blue sash around her narrow waist fluttered gently in the breeze, hugging the graceful curves of her body.

Her snow-white robe fit neatly along her slender frame.

The fabric clung softly around her chest, outlining the natural curve of her C-cup boobs, while the slit of her robe revealed long smooth legs beneath.

Her posture was straight.

Calm.

Yet her eyes looked thoughtful.

She had clearly been waiting for a while.

Footsteps slowly approached from behind.

Selena didn’t turn.

She already knew who it was.

A moment later—

A red-haired figure walked closer.

Rias.

Her long crimson hair flowed like fire behind her shoulders, her red silk robes swaying lightly with each step.

When she reached Selena, she bowed respectfully.

"Senior Sister... good morning."

Selena finally turned her head slightly.

Her blue eyes swept across Rias.

"Morning, Junior Sister."

But her tone was calm... almost too calm.

Rias noticed immediately.

Her lips tightened.

A quiet sigh escaped her.

Senior Sister is still upset...

Her thoughts drifted unwillingly to a few nights ago.

That night—

The mountain had been quiet.

Leon was cultivating in his chamber.

Rias had sneaked over like usual.

She quietly pushed the door open.

Inside—

Leon sat cross-legged while cultivating.

His robe had been loosened slightly.

His upper body was bare, revealing strong shoulders and a firm chest. His skin glowed faintly beneath the flickering light of the cultivation formation.

His breathing was calm.

Steady.

Each breath carried faint waves of Mana.

Rias had frozen in the doorway.

Her heart started beating faster.

Master...

Her gaze lingered on his shoulders.

The defined lines of his muscles.

The quiet strength in his posture.

Her cheeks warmed slightly.

She slowly walked closer.

Step by step.

Her heartbeat grew louder.

Just as she reached out—

A hand suddenly grabbed her wrist.

Rias jumped.

She turned around.

Selena stood behind her.

Her expression was cold.

Very cold.

Without saying a word—

Selena dragged her out of the room.

The door shut behind them.

And then—

Selena scolded her for nearly half an hour.

"You promised!"

"You said we wouldn’t sneak in alone!"

"What were you doing in there?!"

That night—

Selena had been furious.

And since then—

She had increased Rias’s training.

And spoke very little to her.

Back in the present—

Rias scratched her cheek awkwardly.

"Senior Sister..."

Selena looked straight ahead.

"Yes?"

"...are you still angry?"

Selena slowly turned toward her.

"What do you think, Junior Sister?"

Rias immediately lowered her head.

"I’m sorry, Senior Sister..."

"I didn’t do anything... really."

Then suddenly—

She stepped forward and hugged Selena’s arm.

Her voice softened.

"And about the promise between us..."

"I’ll let you have the first chance with Teacher."

Selena blinked.

"..."

She hadn’t expected that.

For a moment she was completely stunned.

First chance...?

Selena’s face warmed slightly.

Her mind raced.

This deal...

Actually isn’t bad.

She coughed softly and tried to keep a serious expression.

"...Fine."

"But if you ever do something like that again—"

"I’ll double your training."

"And I’ll ignore you for a very long time."

Rias immediately straightened.

"Okay, Senior Sister!"

She grinned.

She knew Selena very well.

Once her senior sister agreed—

Her anger was basically gone.

Selena sighed quietly.

This girl...

Really knows how to deal with me.

The morning mist slowly faded as sunlight brightened the courtyard.

The two girls continued talking quietly.

Then—

A sound interrupted them.

Creak...

The door of the training hall slowly opened.

Both girls immediately straightened.

They turned toward the door.

Leon slowly stepped out.

His midnight robes embroidered with amethyst threads fluttered gently in the wind.

His long black hair rested loosely behind his shoulders.

His purple eyes looked calm and deep.

"Good morning, Teacher."

The two girls bowed together.

Leon nodded.

"Good morning."

His gaze drifted toward the distant mountain.

Today—

Was the day of the Seven Division Martial Meeting.

Disciples from every division had already gathered at the First Division.

Leon was just about to lead his students there—

When suddenly—

A familiar voice shouted from behind.

"Senior!"

A figure came running across the courtyard.

It was Harry Taylor.

He ran over with a bright grin.

"Senior, are you heading to the Martial Meeting?"

Leon glanced at him.

He quickly guessed the young master’s intention.

Harry had been stuck on Amethyst Summit Division for days.

Every day he either cultivated or supervised the rebuilding of the training hall.

He was clearly bored to death.

And now that such a huge event was happening—

There was no way he wanted to miss it.

Harry walked closer and immediately began explaining.

"Before I came here, my father told me something."

"He said the Seven Division Martial Meeting of Celestis Academy is one of the grandest gatherings in the Eastern Wasteland."

"He told me that if I ever had the chance..."

"I must witness it myself."

He scratched the back of his head sheepishly.

"I’ve been observing for days."

"I know the Martial Meeting is today."

"So... Senior..."

He spoke cautiously.

"Can you take me along?"

"Don’t worry!"

"I’ve turned over a new leaf."

"I definitely won’t cause trouble."

He watched Leon nervously.

If Leon refused—

He was ready to run instantly.

Leon stared at him for a moment.

Then he chuckled.

"Alright."

"Since you’ve been working so hard lately..."

"You can come along."

Harry’s face lit up immediately.

"Really?!"

He turned toward Selena and Rias.

"Come on!"

"High five!"

Selena glanced at him.

Then turned away in disdain.

Rias simply covered her mouth and giggled.

She didn’t high-five him either.

Harry froze awkwardly.

"...Uh."

But he didn’t mind.

He was already used to their personalities.

Leon walked ahead calmly.

"It’s time."

"Let’s go."

The Martial Meeting was about to begin.