"Has your teacher always been like this?" Ging asked.
"Yes, she's always been this way," came the reply. "Especially after using the 'Fountain of Youth Rope,' Biscuit Krueger seems to grow younger with each passing day. Her mindset has become even more quirky than before."
On the screen, a skinny barber wielding scissors leaped out, ready to 'battle' Biscuit Krueger. Killua and Gon watched intently as the seasoned veteran engaged in her first fight.
Biscuit Krueger noticed the scissors in the barber's hand and deliberately let him cut a few strands of her hair. She wanted to see what kind of Nen ability he possessed. Trading a few strands of hair for this knowledge seemed worthwhile.
If the barber used hair for curse attacks or manipulation, Biscuit Krueger would take him down before he could activate his ability. If it was merely for information gathering, then there was no need to worry too much.
Because...
Just by assessing the strength of the body and Nen, Biscuit Krueger could easily discern the gap between them. Even if the opponent grasped her information... so what?
In the face of absolute power, intelligence becomes less significant.
"Hehe, I cut your hair!" the barber sneered, stuffing Biscuit Krueger's hair into his mouth.
"By cutting human hair with my beloved scissors and then consuming it..."
"I can obtain physical information even the owner isn't aware of!!"
He spread his arms wide, seeming to relish the information-gathering process:
"Muscle quality, presence of diseases, body strength, genetic potential... Once I have all your physical information, I can cherish it fully."
Suddenly, his eyes widened.
"Actual age fifty-seven?!"
He stared blankly at the calm Biscuit Krueger before him. "No, what's even more surprising is her body strength..."
"Hidden within is the crystallization of training beyond limits..."
Her physical prowess alone was enough to give him the greatest shock of his life.
"Clatter!"
He tossed aside his beloved scissors and assumed a fighting stance.
"As a martial artist, please spar with me!!"
"Huh?" Biscuit Krueger chuckled at the barber's sudden shift. "You're not just any ordinary ghoul, are you?"
She removed her white gloves. "Alright, I'll indulge you!!"
She also took up a fighting stance.
In front of the screen.
"He even has the mindset of a martial artist?" Ging remarked with a click of his tongue.
"Rather than seeking battle as a martial artist, it's more like he's trying to save his own skin," Morin observed, glancing at the screen. "If it were a Nen battle, Biscuit Krueger could easily take his life."
"But if it's a martial arts duel, it can be seen as an exchange of skills and knowledge."
Moreover, it aligns with Biscuit Krueger's tastes, possibly sparing his life. A smart move.
However, Morin wasn't focused on his actions but rather on what he had just said.
"Did he mention being able to discern genetic potential strength?"
"Yes," Ging nodded. "He did."
As expected... Morin's eyes showed a hint of understanding.
"Genetic potential strength... This means that in this world, a person's potential fundamentally depends on their genetics."
"In other words, the bloodline theory celebrated in nearly all shonen manga holds true here."
Not only does it hold true, but its influence is profound.
Gon, Killua, Illumi, Kurapika, and others.
Even Chrollo and Hisoka's parents and ancestors might have been remarkable Nen users. Of course, this doesn't mean their current achievements solely stem from their genetic potential.
But... their genetic potential indeed laid the foundation for their growth and strength, didn't it?
At this moment, the barber took the initiative to attack Biscuit Krueger. He raised his fist to punch her, but she easily dodged. Then, taking advantage of the momentum, she grabbed his arms, lifted him upside down, and executed a swift maneuver!!
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In an instant, the barber spun in mid-air like a top.
"Thud!!"
Biscuit Krueger's punch landed squarely on his back, as if striking a spinning top.
Blood spurted from his mouth as he fell to the ground.
"Consider yourself lucky," Biscuit Krueger said, looking at the man lying in a pool of blood, still breathing.
"If you had attacked with Nen, you'd be dead by now."
Biscuit Krueger had held back. Not because of mercy, but because she wanted to keep this man as a sparring partner for Gon and Killua.
"As far as I know, since entering the game, you've encountered several life-threatening situations," Biscuit Krueger remarked as Gon and Killua approached. "How long can you rely on such luck?"
"If it were just the two of you, you'd be done for if you faced him."
Gon replied seriously, "Miss Biscuit Krueger..."
"I've told you, just call me Biscuit Krueger. But if you must add a title, you can call me Queen Biscuit Krueger," she said, clapping her hands together with a gentle smile.
"Can I call you Auntie?"
There was no need to ask who said that.
With a heavy punch, the ever-mischievous Killua was sent flying by Biscuit Krueger once more.
"Actually, we're here to clear this game," Gon stated earnestly. "The creator of this game is my dad and his companions. I'm looking for clues to find him."
"His name is Ging Freecss. Do you know him?"
"Ging?" Biscuit Krueger was slightly taken aback. "I know him; he's quite famous."
"So he's your father... Unfortunately, I don't know much about his whereabouts or other details."
"But..."
"President Netero personally said, 'Among all the Nen users in the world, he ranks in the top five.'" Biscuit Krueger held up five fingers.
Being in the top five doesn't necessarily mean he's fifth. The others are Netero, Maha, Morin, and Botobai. Ging might not be able to surpass Netero, Maha, and Morin, but against Botobai, he should manage.
"And it's worth mentioning, not only is your father, Ging Freecss, one of the 'World's Top Five Nen Users,' but Morin is also among them," Biscuit Krueger delivered another bombshell to Gon and Killua.
"Morin... he's also one of the top five strongest in the world?!"
Even though they had heard about this from Wing, hearing it from a more powerful veteran like Biscuit Krueger added significant weight to the title.
"The top five strongest in the world," Gon and Killua thought, observing Biscuit Krueger's proud expression.
Yes, if she truly was Morin's mentor, teaching a disciple who achieved such greatness would make anyone proud.
"If finding the gem isn't urgent... please teach us Nen!!" Gon declared firmly.
If this person could train someone like Morin, then her teaching abilities must be extraordinarily exceptional!
Learning from Biscuit Krueger could indeed elevate their skills by several levels!!!
"Didn't I already say I would teach you?" Biscuit Krueger replied. "But I'm not as easygoing as Wing. Are you mentally prepared?"
"Yes!" Gon shouted in response.
"And you?" Biscuit Krueger turned to Killua, who was just climbing out from the rubble.
"I'm ready too!" Killua wiped the dust from his face, his eyes glinting with determination. "Teach us the way you taught Morin!!"
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