Grand Return System-Chapter 102: The Law Between Two Hands

The Law Between Two Hands

Leon slowly floated to Kevin’s side, midnight robes whispering against the wind.

His purple eyes reflected the collapsing vortex above, yet his expression remained calm — almost gentle.

Then he spoke.

"All things under heaven sprang from It as existing... that existence sprang from It as non-existent..."

His voice was steady, neither loud nor forceful, but it carried through the roaring Mana like a thread stitching chaos back into order.

He continued, tone deepening slightly.

"The fusion of good and bad is not conflict — it is balance. When light meets shadow, when gain meets loss... the two are not enemies. They complete one another."

Kevin’s trembling fingers stilled.

"The world is never one-sided," Leon went on. "Ten years to know the turning of seasons. A hundred years to witness life, aging, illness, and death. A thousand years to see empires rise and fall."

The wind shifted.

"Everything has a law."

His gaze sharpened.

"And the so-called law... is nothing mystical. It is simply the current flowing between two open hands. Hold too tight, and it shatters. Force it, and it rebels."

He lowered his voice, almost as if speaking only to Kevin.

"Let it flow. Let it come. Let it go. Only when you stop chasing control... will you control everything."

The words entered Kevin’s ears like thunder disguised as rain.

Suddenly, the spiritual core within his body reversed.

His internal flow flipped — not violently, but naturally — like a river finding a new path.

The universe within him turned.

Between his fingers, faint threads of nomological power began to circulate.

Leon’s lips curved faintly.

"Hmm? It’s done..."

The elders’ eyes widened.

In just a few sentences, Leon had not merely guided Kevin — he had pointed him directly toward the domain of laws.

When the epiphany reached its peak—

Boom!

A thunderous explosion burst from Kevin’s body.

A wave of GrandMaster Realm aura surged outward, powerful and unrestrained, pressing against the courtyard like an invisible wall.

Leaves tore from branches. Robes snapped in the wind.

Kevin’s eyes flew open.

He had broken through.

Because he had just entered the GrandMaster Realm, his control was unstable. The immense power inside him instinctively erupted outward.

But before it could spread—

Leon gently extended his right hand.

He did not shout.

He did not strain.

He simply pressed down.

The raging aura folded inward instantly, suppressed like a storm forced back into the sea.

Silence returned.

Kevin dropped to his knees without hesitation.

"Thank you for your guidance, Guardian Elder."

His voice trembled — not from weakness, but from overwhelming gratitude.

He understood clearly.

Without Leon’s words, he would have stopped at nine stars of the Astral Realm. He would not have touched the law. He would not have crossed into the GrandMaster Realm.

He would not have become one of the most dazzling geniuses in The Forsaken Domain.

For the first time, he truly understood why the students of the Amethyst Summit Division were so extraordinary.

One-on-one guidance.

Precise correction.

A Teacher who spoke only when it mattered — and when he did, the heavens listened.

Kevin did not notice the subtle twitch at Mike’s lips.

Three faint black lines seemed to appear across the Headmaster’s old face.

Your Teacher... is still alive, you know.

Still, beneath that awkward sting was undeniable pride.

No matter what — Kevin was still the eldest student of the First Division.

The more outstanding he became, the more satisfied Mike felt.

Leon spoke calmly.

"Stand."

His tone was neither arrogant nor overly modest.

"Your breakthrough came from your own comprehension. If your understanding had not reached that point, no matter how much I said, it would have been useless."

And this time, no one questioned him.

They had all seen it.

Yaman stepped forward first, laughter booming.

"Haha! Junior Brother, you truly hide your depth. A few casual words... and such profound truths emerge. My horizons have been broadened today."

His attitude had completely changed.

Gone was the faint disdain.

What remained was open admiration.

Leon smiled faintly.

"Senior Brother flatters me. It was only a small matter."

"Small matter?" Maya’s voice drifted in like silk.

She stepped closer, dark blue robes flowing around her slender frame. Her eyes were bright — far brighter than usual.

"Junior Brother... if this is a small matter, then what would you call a major one?"

There was challenge in her tone.

And curiosity.

And something warmer beneath it.

Leon glanced at her.

For a moment, their gazes locked.

A flicker passed between them — subtle, dangerous.

"If Senior Sister wishes," Leon said softly, leaning just slightly closer, "I can explain it to you... in more detail."

The air grew thinner.

Maya’s heartbeat quickened. She felt it — the heat creeping up her neck.

He’s doing this on purpose...

She tried to keep her composure.

"In more detail?" she replied, raising a brow. "And where exactly do you suggest we discuss such... profound matters?"

Leon’s lips curved.

"Somewhere quiet. So no one disturbs Senior Sister’s... enlightenment."

Her ears burned.

She looked away for a split second — just enough to betray herself — then regained her calm, covering her mouth with a light chuckle.

"Very well. Another day, then."

"Another day," Leon agreed lightly.

Both of them turned away at the same time.

Neither acknowledged the spark.

But both felt it.

On the other side, Shera had remained silent for a long while.

Now he walked directly to Kevin.

"Guardian Elder?" Kevin asked respectfully.

Shera reached out, placing a palm against Kevin’s shoulder, carefully examining the flow of his Mana.

His eyes widened slightly.

"One star of the GrandMaster Realm... it’s real."

He gritted his teeth.

Then — almost unconsciously — he glanced toward Selena and Rias standing quietly in the corner.

If Kevin only listened for a moment and broke through...

Then what about the two personal students of Amethyst Summit Division?

He had not forgotten his wager with Leon.

Curiosity burned in his chest.

But with the Seven Division Martial Gathering approaching, asking directly would invite criticism.

He swallowed his question.

The epiphany ended.

The vortex in the sky gradually dispersed.

The disciples from all Seven Division felt as though they had been injected with burning fire.

With an Eldest Senior Brother in the GrandMaster Realm standing above them — how could they dare slack off?

Even their Teachers would not permit it.

Mike stroked his beard thoughtfully and turned to Leon.

"Junior Brother... today, you have truly broadened my horizons. In just a few words, you gave my student a chance to comprehend the law. Your realm... grows more unfathomable by the day."

The other peak masters nodded silently.

Leon responded evenly.

"Headmaster overpraises me. I am merely cultivating casually. I am still far from being strong."

Shera let out a faint scoff.

"Hmph. It was only coincidence. Epiphany is a heaven-sent opportunity. What does it have to do with anyone? Kevin’s talent is extraordinary. This was merely the heavens rewarding him."

His gaze flicked sharply toward Leon.

"Even a Martial Emperor might not seize such an opportunity."

Leon narrowed his eyes slightly.

The wind shifted.

At that exact moment—

[Ding...]

[You helped your student complete an epiphany and triggered a Critical Hit Return.]

Leon blinked inwardly.

Huh?

This can trigger a return?