Killua had envisioned scenarios where Yuu would win.
Because from the start, he knew Yuu's abilities were unique and particularly effective against close-quarters attacks like assassination techniques.
...
However, deep down, Killua still firmly believed that his brother Illumi was stronger.
Maybe the fight would be tricky...
But he wouldn't lose.
After all, for years, the deepest feeling Illumi had instilled in him was that of an insurmountable gap and an all-consuming fear.
This deep-rooted mindset had long since subliminally transformed into the strongest shackle in the depths of Killua's heart.
This shackle even led Killua to rank Illumi's danger level above that of his father and grandfather.
Therefore, he couldn't imagine a scenario where Illumi was defeated.
But now, the outcome was obvious.
Illumi had been blasted dozens of meters away by that terrifying force...
He hadn't moved since. His fate was unknown.
Even though Killua had resisted Illumi's actions and the ideology he forced upon him...
At this moment, his first reaction was still to shout:
"Big Brother!!"
Yuu silently sensed Illumi's condition, then comforted Killua in a flat tone:
"Don't worry, he's not dead..."
As he spoke, Yuu could feel that Illumi, buried under the rubble, still had a faint aura within his broken body.
Honestly, surviving a "Black Flash"... exceeded his expectations.
After all, according to the mechanics of Black Flash...
Its power is usually the original impact to the power of 2.5.
Even if the original impact was only one ton, it could instantly amplify to over thirty thousand tons.
With such an exaggerated multiplier, the power naturally couldn't be weak.
At the same time, this to some extent demonstrated just how astonishing Illumi's raw durability was.
At least in terms of tenacity, he should be considered top-tier among the younger generation.
...
Hearing Yuu's response, Killua calmed down a little.
But soon, he turned back and glared at Yuu, saying:
"If Big Brother dies... even if you're Dad's illegitimate son, Grandpa and the others will never let you off!"
"He attacked first... and he did it with the resolve to kill me."
Yuu spoke nonchalantly, then asked Killua:
"If I had been the one who died just now, would you have avenged me?"
Hearing this, Killua fell silent, his head lowering unconsciously.
The answer was self-evident.
Regardless of whether he would have wanted to, the first certainty was—
He couldn't do it.
No matter who it was for, Killua firmly believed he would never have the courage to raise a hand against his brother.
Seeing Killua's conflicted expression, Yuu understood and didn't press further.
"Let's go check the situation first."
Yuu placed a hand on Killua's shoulder, and together they rushed to the ruins where Illumi lay.
Using his Cursed Technique.
Yuu levitated the debris pressing down on Illumi, tossing the pieces aside one by one.
Only then could they clearly see Illumi's battered body.
At close range.
Killua looked up and saw a massive, bone-deep wound on Illumi's chest.
Blood was continuously spilling from it.
Yuu also noticed that the aura around Illumi had dissipated significantly, and his life force was gradually weakening.
"If we leave him like this... he'll probably still die."
Thinking this, Yuu conjured his Nen beast for the first time in a while. From the black cat's mouth, he took out several Nen pills containing large amounts of aura.
He stuffed them into Illumi's mouth.
Immediately, Illumi's weak aura stabilized somewhat.
Just as Killua said.
If he killed Illumi, the Zoldyck family would definitely not let it go.
Zeno and Silva might be manageable.
But if it involved Killua's great-grandfather... Maha Zoldyck.
That would be hard to say.
After all, Maha was a living legend of the Zoldyck family, likely a top-tier powerhouse on the same level as Chairman Netero.
Making an enemy of someone like that was obviously not a wise move.
At least, not right now.
...
Yuu originally wanted Killua to take Illumi to the hospital, but his injuries were too severe.
If they didn't treat him on the spot, he would die from blood loss.
"But how do we treat such a huge wound..."
Yuu looked at the hole in Illumi's chest, feeling troubled.
However, he suddenly sensed Biscuit and Wing slowly approaching from behind.
"Let me handle it..."
Biscuit walked up to Illumi. Raising her hand, she conjured a sweet-looking young lady next to her using "Nen."
She immediately began treatment.
...
A short while later.
Thanks to Biscuit's Nen ability, [Magical Esthetician].
Under the operation of the young lady conjured by "Nen," Illumi's injuries received basic treatment.
...
After Biscuit finished her work, Yuu said to her:
"I owe you one."
"It was nothing..."
Biscuit replied, then turned to look at Yuu, smiling. "As for you... how long do you plan to hide?"
"The moment you summoned that black cat, your true identity was exposed."
Hearing this, Yuu was silent for a moment.
Then, he cleanly removed his disguise, revealing his original snowy white hair.
Compared to six months ago, Biscuit only felt that he had grown much taller; the overall difference wasn't significant.
She glanced at Yuu's hair color, then at Killua beside him, and seemed to quickly understand their relationship.
"So there's a little brother too..."
Looking at Biscuit, Yuu knew she had watched the entire fight.
She already knew about the power of the technique within him.
However, Yuu also understood that neither Biscuit nor Wing had bad intentions.
"It was bound to be exposed sooner or later..."
Thinking this, Yuu didn't mind.
Before they could exchange many words, the staff of Heavens Arena finally arrived at the scene, running straight into the group as they prepared to leave.
After briefly verifying their identities, the staff began to survey the scene...
...
The next day, the investigation was complete.
As one of the culprits and a fighter in the arena, Yuu was permanently blacklisted by Heavens Arena.
This meant he instantly lost one of the easiest ways to make money.
And what was worse...
The arena deducted all the prize money he had worked so hard to accumulate over the past few days.
After all, the card where the money was stored was issued by Heavens Arena...
"I didn't expect they could deduct it into the negative..."
Looking at the long string of numbers following a minus sign on his account via his phone, Yuu was speechless.
...
At this moment, the rabbit-head airship hung high in the sky.
After seeing off Killua and Illumi, only Yuu and Biscuit remained on the airship.
Watching the complex expression on the boy's face, the corners of Biscuit's mouth curled up uncontrollably. Although she was secretly delighted, she kept a straight face.
She took a leisurely sip of hot tea, then asked Yuu:
"What are your plans now?"
"...Not sure yet."
Yuu thought for a moment and replied:
"But I'll probably take a few commissions first, like hunting fugitives... and improve my strength along the way."
Hearing this, Biscuit recalled his earlier performance and couldn't help but wonder...
What level of criminal could possibly help this kid improve?
Although she hadn't asked about his specific abilities, based on her visual observations...
Biscuit had a rough assessment of his power. She mused to herself:
"If classified by Nen categories, that gravity sphere should be Transmutation or Emission.
"And since he can manipulate its position, there are traces of Manipulation too."
"That final heavy punch that ended the fight was full of power, obviously belonging to Enhancement.
"As for the invisible barrier that seems to stop attacks... that probably falls under Specialization..."
"But the key is... this kid is a Conjurer."
Thinking of this, Biscuit vaguely felt... that this likely wasn't even the full extent of his abilities.
"He's definitely still hiding something!"
Biscuit was certain.
She increasingly felt that his potential was beyond imagination.
After some thought...
She decided to do the kid another favor. It might come in handy later.
"Do you think you can handle an A-Rank commission?" Biscuit asked.
Yuu replied casually, "Hard to say..."
"As long as it's not some guy with weird abilities, it should be fine."
"But... with my credentials, I usually wouldn't be able to accept a commission of that difficulty."
Yuu had looked into the commission process before.
As a rookie with no track record, he wouldn't even pass the initial screening... especially for tasks involving top-tier criminals. Weaklings would only get in the way.
Smart clients generally didn't hire people randomly.
"Want to give it a try?" Biscuit asked again.
"What do you mean?"
Yuu vaguely felt she had ulterior motives and became wary.
Sensing the boy's guard go up, Biscuit spoke frankly: "Consider it a favor from me. How about I vouch for you?"
"The word of a 2-Star Hunter carries more weight than you think."
"It just so happens there's an A-Rank mission recently that doesn't look too difficult. You can use it to test your skills."
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