When Kurapika announced that the fourth phase would be a written exam, Tonpa really wanted to immediately ask those damn guys beside him if they had found any clues in the library.
After all, the airship was still high in the sky.
And since the examiner had already revealed the test content, it meant this phase would be conducted on the airship.
From this perspective, the speculation he had fabricated yesterday to prevent the newcomers from getting any rest might actually become reality.
Thinking of this, Tonpa broke out in a cold sweat and grew somewhat anxious.
If it weren't for the inappropriate timing, he would have urgently asked someone.
Don't panic, don't panic... The written exam definitely won't be held here. I can find an opportunity to ask later on the way to the exam venue.
Tonpa's thoughts raced rapidly.
He had clearly decided to give up on the test right at the start of the fourth phase.
But upon hearing that the test was a "written exam" that didn't involve life-threatening risks, Tonpa wavered.
How many times in the past had he watched countless people lose their lives, collapsing in despair...
At that moment, he thought to himself: if obtaining a Hunter License was truly an unattainable dream, then he would accept this limitation and strive to be number one in another way.
But now, with the hope of reaching the final test right before his eyes, he had to consider whether this might be his only chance in this lifetime!
Tonpa secretly clenched his fist, anticipating there would be plenty of opportunities to ask questions later, and tried his best to calm his mind.
At that moment, Kurapika continued in a steady, calm tone: "The test began the moment I announced the question. Now, please pay attention and follow me while 'maintaining silence.'"
When he said this, he emphasized the words "maintaining silence."
Tonpa: "..."
What did he mean by maintaining silence!?
For a moment, Tonpa almost suspected he was being targeted.
The other candidates noticed Kurapika's deliberate emphasis on maintaining silence and, out of caution, didn't dare to speak.
Thus, Kurapika led the candidates to the library on the airship.
Prior to this, Beans had transformed the reading area's long tables into twenty-one individual desks.
Each desk was equipped with a test paper and stationery, with a number embedded in the upper right corner.
These numbers corresponded to the candidates' test numbers.
Upon closer observation, one would notice that several desks were placed very close to the bookshelves.
The desk closest to the bookshelf area was numbered 502.
Which happened to be Morrow's candidate number.
Kurapika didn't give the candidates much time to observe and think.
After arriving at the library, he promptly announced the test rules:
"The desks you see each have a unique number corresponding to your test numbers. On each desk, we've prepared test papers matching your numbers, along with the stationery you'll need for the written exam."
"The written exam will last six hours. Please note that if your test paper is lost or damaged, you will be disqualified. Also... please complete this written exam while strictly adhering to the library rules."
At this point, Kurapika swiftly scanned the examinees present.
21 people...
No. 502, Morrow.
No. 444, Hisoka.
No. 294, Hanzo.
No. 384, Geretta.
No. 197, Amori.
No. 198, Imori. No. 199, Umori.
No. 472, Leorio.
No. 473, Gon.
No. 474, Kalluto.
No. 475, Killua.
No. 22, Barbara.
No. 53, Pokkle.
No. 246, Ponzu.
No. 191, Bodoro.
No. 18, Tonpa.
No. 80, Siper.
No. 89, Shishito.
No. 34, Ryu.
No. 118, Sommy.
No. 103, Bourbon.
Kurapika withdrew his gaze and calmly stated, "Then, the timing begins."
As soon as the words fell, under the rather surprised gazes of everyone, Kurapika actually turned and left directly, leaving only these examinees in the library.
Faced with this development that defied common sense, the examinees were inwardly astonished, but no one dared to speak up. The entire library was so quiet you could hear a pin drop.
The examinees who had made it this far weren't necessarily meticulous thinkers, but they weren't fools either.
Having been brought to the library and hearing Kurapika specifically mention the need to follow library rules, they understood why Kurapika had emphasized "maintaining silence" before coming here.
This was giving them advance warning.
In other words, for the upcoming written exam, even though there was no proctor present to supervise, it would be best for the examinees not to make noise or even converse with each other.
Otherwise, they might very well be directly disqualified.
Considering this possibility, the examinees silently walked toward their respective assigned desks.
Morrow also came to the desk closest to the book collection area. Before sitting down, he had already observed the surveillance cameras spread throughout the surroundings.
These surveillance cameras were all installed in conspicuous locations, as if afraid people wouldn't notice them.
Moreover, judging from the quantity and distribution areas, the cameras could basically monitor the entire library comprehensively.
So even though the proctor wasn't present, the mere existence of these cameras was enough to create an invisible pressure on the examinees, suppressing some of their thoughts.
Because no one could guarantee... Whether they would be disqualified on the spot if they acted out of line.
Given the unknown situation, the possibility was quite high.
Furthermore, even if they had many thoughts in their minds, no one was willing to be the first to take action.
Under the dual influence of human nature and psychological factors, the examinees all obediently and silently began browsing the distributed exam papers.
Morrow also withdrew his gaze from the surrounding environment and focused his attention on the exam paper.
But before that, he saw Hisoka staring intently at the exam paper, his face filled with a rare expression of gravity.
What's up with this guy? With this question, Morrow also looked at the exam paper.
1. According to the Paru Rare Animal Guide, why does the Seven-Colored Deer only appear every seven years, and why does its fur maintain such high market value?
2. In the Biography of Sisimiri, what is the relationship between the Kurta Clan's tree burial customs and their belief in the Tree of Reincarnation, and what insights does this offer for modern ecology?
3. The book Meteorology and Ideals points out that abnormal climate in certain regions is related to Underground Vein Currents. Please explain this phenomenon using geological knowledge.
4. According to World Weapon Development History, list three types of ancient weapons that were banned from forging due to being excessively dangerous, and explain their principles.
5. On a small island called Whale Island located in the Drew Sea, there exists a giant fish with multiple segmented limbs. Write its biological name.
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10. The Dentora Region is home to a famous assassination family as well as renowned local delicacies. Write at least one type of local delicacy.
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15. In the Chesley Great Forest, there is an insect called the Twin-Halberd Killer Wasp. What is its weakness?
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Morrow merely glanced at the test questions and immediately understood why Hisoka looked so grim.
Looking around at the other examinees, he saw they were all starting to sweat.
This test paper...
Morrow looked thoughtfully at the wide-ranging questions on the exam paper and soon detected something unusual.
Following library rules, huh... and questions about Whale Island and the Dentora Region. I see.
After discerning Kurapika's intention behind designing this exam, Morrow suddenly stood up with his test paper and walked directly toward the bookshelf area filled with numerous bookcases.
His action instantly drew the attention of the other examinees.
For a moment, all eyes were focused on Morrow.
Number 502, what is he... doing?
Then everyone saw Morrow calmly take a book from the shelf, flipping through it while looking at his test paper.
"???"
The examinees were instantly stunned