Living in Hunter x Hunter

Chapter 157 Re-cooperation

I underestimated you.

Even now, Yang Decai sees that Lucci's ambitions are even greater than the old man's.

Netero pursues a powerful martial art.

Judging from Lucci's performance alone, they seem somewhat similar, but they are completely different.

The old man's pursuit was self-discipline and self-improvement, which he cultivated step by step through his own inner self-cultivation.

But Lucci was completely different. He did practice asceticism, of course, but to a much lesser degree.

To be more precise, Lucci pursues power, and as long as it is power, there is no need to be confined to simple martial arts and Nen abilities.

Otherwise, they wouldn't be researching the character "神" (god) or conducting genetic research.

If anyone can be considered a rival by Netero, it is a single individual.

This is why Netero no longer has the opportunity to challenge the Dark Continent, as it presents an even harsher environment.

What he needs is an opponent, but not a challenge to nature. Nature is certainly an "opponent," but it is definitely not the martial arts opponent he wants.

But Lucci is different.

At this moment, in Byron's eyes, Lucci's "opponent" was probably everything in the world.

Even a nation could become his adversary.

The Dark Continent is also an option, but it is definitely not his match at this stage.

In the ancient world, a powerful Nen user might be able to rival an entire nation single-handedly.

But it's clearly impossible to do that in today's world.

Powerful modern weapons are enough to shatter even the most powerful Nen users.

Of course, it was indeed one of Lucci's little schemes.

Having come to such a world, one naturally strives to be the strongest.

In Lucci's view, a country cannot be considered powerful without the strength of an enemy nation.

As for "cultivating immortality," it was merely an attempt influenced by my past life, a desire to give it a try. After all, different worlds lead to different things.

Having figured this out, Yang De saw it much more clearly than Yang De did.

Lucci brought about significant changes to Cree City and Sky Arena.

However, the same Sky Arena also provided Lucci with many training resources.

As the saying goes, wealth, law, companions, and place are all important, with wealth being the most important.

Without sufficient financial support for cultivation, one cannot grow to their full potential.

By Yangde also understood what Lucci meant by his continued refusal.

It's likely that Lucci will only be able to travel to the Dark Continent if he becomes powerful enough to "conquer" certain areas.

The regulator thought it was impossible to achieve this, but he was willing to believe in the possibility.

It's even possible that if Lucci really wanted to go to Black South Road, he probably wouldn't choose to travel by the proper means.

To travel to the Dark Continent, one needs to obtain qualifications, or more precisely, recognition from the Ferry Bureau or V5, to travel through legitimate channels.

However, there are other ways to travel to the Dark Continent; it is not necessary to use the formal methods.

Of course, this method is much more dangerous.

We cannot guarantee that we can go out safely, nor can we guarantee that we can return safely.

The only slightly better option is that they won't come into contact with the gatekeepers and won't be asked to bring back the same "disaster."

"Your idea is good, but your actions won't be accepted by many people." By Yang De understood Lucci's meaning a little better.

If it were possible to develop plants that can generate Nen abilities, and their fruits and products had high nutritional value, then in the Heavens Arena, the first to benefit would undoubtedly be the martial artists.

The strength of martial artists will rise once again.

The previous "upper limit" has been broken step by step.

So many martial artists will foster more powerful individuals.

In addition, there's what Lucci previously mentioned about the weakness of humanity.

Undoubtedly, this is another way to allow humans to achieve a certain kind of evolution.

If it could be popularized, it would be equivalent to the evolution of all of humanity.

Of course, this is the most optimistic scenario. Even if it could be popularized, based on Yang De's understanding, it is simply impossible to achieve that level.

It's simply impossible to succeed.

Improving human strength to "conquer" the Dark Continent is, in some ways, a truly far-fetched idea.

"Do you know what you're doing?" Byonde asked.

If Lucci is allowed to develop in this way, it's inevitable that the Heaven's Arena will surpass the Hunter Association.

In some respects, it has even surpassed the Hunter Association.

For major powers, the Hunter Association is also a "front man."

If it continues to develop and gain fame, it will inevitably be subject to sanctions from major powers.

Such a powerful organization will absolutely not be allowed to exist.

"Of course I know." Lucci got up and went to the window.

"Currently, Kerry City is teeming with spies from various countries, personnel from various forces, as well as some hidden mafia families and world-renowned corporations."

Kerry City is filled with people from all walks of life, and the reason why no problems have arisen is because there are too many martial arts schools in the city.

No one dared to cause trouble here.

It wouldn't cause a stir, and it would be a losing proposition anyway.

It's better to learn what they want from here.

It's estimated that only those spies who have fought against them would feel there's any danger involved.

After all, Nen users are nothing short of terrorists when they commit evil deeds.

For some nobles and high-ranking officials, they would not want to see people from the lower classes have the potential to wield power.

Especially when it comes to reading something dangerous.

Sometimes you have to admit that people who die with strong resentment, coupled with their spirits after death, are almost guaranteed to take revenge.

Even if the probability is low, Nen abilities that die with deep hatred can still awaken after death Nen.

"Cooking skills aren't widely available yet. If we had that ability to help, it would definitely ease the logistical burden you're looking for, right?"

"Lucci asked."

Besides the various dangers, logistics is also a crucial issue when exploring the Dark Continent.

Without food and water, even a Nen user cannot last long.

"I can help, but I want your research findings on the word 'God'," said Byrd, indicating his desire for the research findings on the five major spirits.

"I can give you some, but not all of them, since many of them come from the divine words of the Patch tribe."

It's good that they didn't refuse.

As for the reward he offered, it was something that Lucci considered unimportant.

This can be considered a simple collaboration.

Since it was a rare opportunity to meet, Yang De chatted with Lucci for a while.

The main focus was still on the character "神" (divine/spirit), such as Yang De asking if there was any research on the character "神" in terms of spatial abilities.

If this problem can be solved, the logistical pressure will be greatly relieved.

Unfortunately, Lucci's research focused on spatial transfer and teleportation, rather than on creating his own space or storage.

Actually, this approach can be replaced by the "card magic" from Greed Island.

Unfortunately, Lucci didn't have any clue either.