Grand Return System

Chapter 272: The Cold Sword and the Smiling Saint

The Cold Sword and the Smiling Saint

Then—

They stepped through the entrance.

The surrounding world distorted instantly.

Brilliant streams of light flashed past as space twisted around them. An invisible force separated their paths before either could react.

Because of the difference in their cultivation realms, the tomb’s laws sent them to different locations within the Martial Emperor Tomb pocket Dimensions.

They could not enter the same domain together.

The sensation lasted only a moment.

Yet to Selena, it felt far longer.

The dazzling currents of space vanished, replaced by a strange and unfamiliar world.

A cold breeze brushed against her face.

The sky above was covered in drifting silver clouds, while below stretched a vast coastline that seemed to have no end. Ancient cliffs rose from the sea, weathered by countless years. Waves crashed against black rocks, producing deep echoes that lingered throughout the empty landscape.

Selena landed lightly upon a rocky outcrop.

Her snow-white robes fluttered gently in the wind.

For the first time since entering the tomb, a trace of concern appeared in her calm blue eyes.

"Rias..."

She instinctively looked around.

Unfortunately, the girl was nowhere to be seen.

The strange laws governing this pocket dimension had separated them completely.

Selena released her spiritual senses.

Nothing.

No familiar aura.

No sign of her fellow sister.

Her delicate brows furrowed slightly.

Although she knew Rias possessed considerable strength and numerous trump cards, worry still surfaced naturally.

After all, this was no ordinary secret realm.

This was the Martial Emperor Tomb.

Even powerful geniuses could fall here.

For several moments, she continued searching.

Eventually, she let out a quiet breath.

There was no point wasting time.

The tomb was enormous.

Finding Rias by blindly wandering around would be nearly impossible.

The best option was to grow stronger and gather resources first.

Only then would she have the ability to deal with whatever dangers awaited.

With that thought, Selena gradually calmed herself.

Her gaze shifted toward the horizon.

Suddenly—

A flash of golden light caught her attention.

Far beyond the coastline, suspended within the distant void, stood a gigantic Golden Gate.

The ancient gate radiated divine brilliance.

Countless streams of light continuously flowed from its interior, scattering across the heavens like shooting stars.

Each beam carried a unique aura.

Some emitted medicinal fragrances.

Others released sharp sword intent.

Several even contained traces of ancient inheritance.

Treasure.

Every one of those lights represented opportunity.

Selena’s eyes brightened slightly.

"Spiritual treasure!"

Without hesitation, she stepped forward.

Her figure transformed into a streak of white light and shot across the sky.

The wind howled around her.

The scenery blurred.

As she drew closer, she could feel the powerful fluctuations coming from one particular treasure.

It was a crystal-like object wrapped in silver radiance.

The treasure seemed to possess intelligence.

It continuously changed directions while attempting to escape.

Unfortunately, it had already attracted Selena’s attention.

She accelerated once more.

The distance rapidly closed.

Just as she was about to take it down, a man in green suddenly appeared beside her.

The timing was perfect.

Almost too perfect.

His figure emerged without warning, as though he had been hiding nearby the entire time.

The moment he appeared, his expression changed.

The gentle smile vanished.

A cold light flashed through his eyes.

Boom!

Without warning, the young man struck.

His palm cut through the air with fierce momentum, aimed directly at Selena’s side. The attack was swift and vicious, clearly intended to seize the initiative in a single move.

Selena’s eyes narrowed.

The instant she sensed danger, her body reacted instinctively. Her white robes fluttered as she shifted sideways like a drifting snowflake, narrowly avoiding the incoming strike.

The attack missed by inches.

She retreated several meters instantly.

The palm strike narrowly missed.

The shockwave still brushed past her shoulder.

A thunderous impact echoed across the coastline.

The force of the missed attack shattered part of the rocky shore, sending fragments flying in every direction.

Selena landed lightly several meters away and immediately turned her attention toward the person who had attacked her.

A trace of coldness appeared in her blue eyes.

Standing not far away was a young man dressed in luxurious green robes. His features were refined and handsome, carrying the confidence of someone accustomed to admiration wherever he went.

His posture carried the confidence of someone who had spent years being admired.

However, Selena’s attention focused on something else.

Strength.

Selena quietly assessed him.

The Mana fluctuations around his body revealed his cultivation immediately.

Level One GrandMaster Realm.

The same realm she currently occupied.

Her expression remained calm, though her guard rose considerably. Being ambushed by a stranger inside the Martial Emperor Tomb was never a good sign.

Meanwhile, the young man seemed completely unconcerned.

Instead, he calmly dusted off his sleeves before revealing a smile.

A smile he clearly believed was charming.

"Haha, beautiful fairy lady, I have my eyes on this treasure. Can you give it to me?"

The Green Robed Man revealed a smile that he thought was very handsome.

He blinked his peach blossom eyes and smiled flirtatiously.

His gaze swept over Selena.

The confidence in his eyes never diminished.

As the Saint of an ancient orthodoxy, the Green Robed Man had always been confident.

In his academy, his appearance and status had brought him countless admirers.

Very few women ignored him.

Even fewer rejected him.

Most became flustered after exchanging only a few words.

That was the reality he had grown accustomed to.

Naturally, he assumed Selena would react the same way.

In his mind, the battle was already over.

The treasure would become his.

The beautiful fairy before him might even become interested in him afterward.

Unfortunately—

Reality was often cruel.

Selena looked at him silently.

Her blue eyes contained neither admiration nor surprise.

Only indifference.

The Green Robed Man suddenly felt uncomfortable.

Something wasn’t right.

Why wasn’t she reacting?

"Fairy, surely we can discuss this peacefully—"

Before he could finish speaking—

Clang!

A sword cry erupted.

The temperature in the surrounding area plummeted instantly.

The Green Robed Man’s smile froze.

What greeted him was not admiration.

What greeted him was Selena’s heartless sword.

A brilliant sword light descended.

Sharp.

Cold.

Merciless.

The attack carried no hesitation whatsoever.

The Green Robed Man’s expression changed and he hurriedly dodged.

Boom!

The sword slashed through empty air.

A massive crack appeared across the coastline behind him.

Sea water exploded upward.

The sheer destructive power stunned him.

His handsome face darkened immediately.

Humiliation burned in his chest.

He had attempted to act elegant.

Yet she attacked without even giving him a chance to finish speaking.

The Green Robed Man retreated several dozen meters.

The smile on his face had disappeared completely.

Anger filled his heart.

This damn woman actually didn’t give him any face.

Around them, the treasure continued flying through the air.

Neither seemed interested in it anymore.

The atmosphere had changed.

The sea breeze grew colder.

The waves crashed against the shore with increasing violence.

Selena slowly raised her sword.

Her silver hair danced behind her.

A faint layer of frost spread beneath her feet.

The Divine Ice Bones within her body quietly awakened.

She looked directly at the Green Robed Man.

No emotion could be seen in those blue eyes.

No fear.

No curiosity.

Only warning.

The Green Robed Man felt an inexplicable pressure.

Yet his pride prevented him from backing down.

The two geniuses stared at one another across the coastline.

Neither moved.

Neither lowered their guard.

The tension became so thick it seemed capable of freezing the air itself.

Then Selena finally spoke.

Selena said coldly, "Get lost if you don’t want to die..."