[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-grand-return-system":3,"chapter-grand-return-system-grand-return-system-chapter-111":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Grand Return System",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1080281,1397,"Chapter 111: The Demon’s Maw","grand-return-system-chapter-111",111,"\u003Cp>The Demon’s Maw\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A mechanical voice echoed quietly inside Leon’s mind.[Ding...][You taught your student Moonlight Flicker Strike.][Triggering Critical Hit Return.][Activate?]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon didn’t react immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a brief second, he just stood there—still, composed, as if weighing something invisible. Then the corner of his lips curved, subtle but certain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Activate.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Congratulations.][You have obtained Heaven-grade secret technique: Hell Maw Strike.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That small smile deepened, just a fraction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perfect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That—was exactly what he had been waiting for.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not luck. Not coincidence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A result.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another prompt appeared in his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Do you want to learn?]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon let out a quiet breath, almost like a laugh that never fully formed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment he confirmed—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It hit him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not gently. Not slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A torrent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ancient knowledge surged into his mind like a river breaking through a dam—violent, overwhelming, unstoppable. Symbols, patterns, fragments of sword intent... all of it flooding in at once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His fingers twitched slightly at his side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sword scriptures unfolded before his inner vision.Complex mana circulation routes carved themselves into his instincts.Killing intent—raw, suffocating—compressed and refined into precise, lethal movements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon closed his eyes, just barely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not to escape it—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>but toembraceit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The chaos settled almost instantly under his control.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within seconds, he grasped it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not partially. Not vaguely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The full structure of the Hell Maw Strike laid itself bare in his mind—every angle, every flow, every intention behind the blade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And what he saw... made his heartbeat slow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was far more ferocious than the Moonlight Flicker Strike he had just taught.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Where Moonlight Flicker was swift, elegant, almost deceptive—this...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>was brutality given form.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The technique didn’t just aim to cut.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It aimed todevour.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To tear through anything standing in its path without hesitation, without mercy.A sword path forged purely for destruction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A demon-like killing aura lingered within it—thick, oppressive, as if the technique itself hungered for blood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon’s eyes opened again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dark. Calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But deeper than before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...So this is what you’re hiding,\" he murmured under his breath, voice low, almost thoughtful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not fear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just... interest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Selena stood near the lake completely unaware of what had just happened inside Leon’s mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was too busy enjoying the sword technique she had just learned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ha!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stepped forward lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her slender body moved gracefully between the bamboo shadows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The silver strands of her long hair swayed gently with every motion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In her hand—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A sword flashed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SWISH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A streak of pale sword light cut through the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lake surface rippled again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Selena’s eyes sparkled with excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Teacher, I like this sword technique very much!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She turned toward Leon with bright enthusiasm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I will definitely cultivate it well and not let you down.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice was full of confidence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon watched her quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Selena continued practicing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her movements were smooth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elegant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though her strike didn’t reach the terrifying power Leon displayed earlier—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The technique already carried impressive sword intent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With her current strength, she could easily defeat opponents whose cultivation level was higher than hers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Selena raised her sword again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before she could strike—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Disciple.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Selena stopped immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She turned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, Teacher?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon looked at her calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Although this sword technique is strong...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...it’s not the strongest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Selena blinked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"???\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her mind froze for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not the strongest?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A realization slowly appeared in her mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes widened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Teacher... do you mean—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"—you have an even stronger sword technique?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon didn’t answer immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But his faint smile was already enough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Selena’s heart started beating faster.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her beautiful blue eyes shone with anticipation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon slowly spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Martial Meeting is approaching.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You will represent Amethyst Summit Division this time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Selena’s expression became serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon continued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your junior sister Rias has only recently joined the academy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Her cultivation is still shallow.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"She will only observe this time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon turned slightly and looked toward the distant bamboo forest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Therefore...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The honor and reputation of Amethyst Summit Division will depend entirely on you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Selena straightened unconsciously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She could feel the weight of responsibility settle onto her shoulders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But instead of fear—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes filled with determination.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon continued calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"After thinking carefully...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have decided to teach you another technique.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A ruthless one.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For your protection.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Selena felt warmth rise inside her chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her teacher... had been thinking about her safety all along.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She clenched her fists slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Teacher!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t worry!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice carried strong conviction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I will not disappoint you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Our Amethyst Summit Division will definitely not lose to Secret Sword Summit.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon nodded slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Selena then stepped closer to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her silver hair shimmered beneath the sunlight filtering through the bamboo leaves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stood directly in front of Leon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon raised his right hand slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His palm rested gently on the top of her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment his hand touched her—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mana surged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A powerful scripture instantly flowed into Selena’s mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It felt like a blazing star exploding inside her consciousness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ancient sword diagrams.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mana pathways.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Terrifying sword intent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everything appeared inside her thoughts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Selena’s body trembled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes widened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This...!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her breathing became uneven.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A Heaven-grade sword technique...?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her lips parted slightly in shock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hell Maw Strike?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She inhaled sharply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hiss...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just hearing the name made her feel the terrifying aura contained within the technique.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She immediately began analyzing it mentally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The more she examined it—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The more shocked she became.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This sword technique was unbelievably powerful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Far stronger than any sword technique she had learned before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The technique gathered mana violently—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then exploded forward like a demon tearing open the world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If combined with her Hell Blizzard Technique—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The destructive power would become even more terrifying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even challenging opponents several stars above her realm wouldn’t be impossible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Selena’s heart raced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She slowly looked up at Leon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her teacher stood calmly before her as if everything he had just given her was completely insignificant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gratitude filled her chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without hesitation—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Selena dropped to her knees.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Teacher...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She bowed deeply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you for your guidance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice trembled slightly with emotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t know how to express the feelings in her heart.\u003C\u002Fp>",1010,"2026-06-03T10:40:08.787Z","2026-06-03T10:40:17.095Z",1,"novelbin.me","9304e60e8f5a0c59ff5edb6ebdec970dd13e70f29274f725d9510c1639d39bd7","grand-return-system-chapter-112","grand-return-system-chapter-110",234,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fgrand-return-system-cover.jpg"]