Loki glanced at Pariston, then turned and softly uttered two words, "Let's go!" BOOM! Kurobina shot into the sky. Its massive body moved wit
Loki glanced at Pariston, then turned and softly uttered two words, "Let's go!"
BOOM! Kurobina shot into the sky.
Its massive body moved with incredible speed, leaving the Zodiacs staring in disbelief as it vanished in the blink of an eye.
"Its speed... unbelievable!" Cheadle exclaimed, astonished. At this rate, they'd reach East Gorteau in an hour, perhaps less.
Saccho, his face slick with sweat, asked uncertainly, "At this speed, won't Ging and the others fall off?"
Cheadle wasn't sure how to answer. Cluck and Gel exchanged worried glances.
However, aboard Kurobina, Ging and the others, while initially shocked by the sudden acceleration, realized there was no turbulence.
The wind wasn't strong; it felt as if they were stationary.
At this speed, they should have been battling fierce winds, yet it was remarkably calm.
Ging looked at Loki, his eyes narrowing. Loki's aura had extended far ahead, forming a protective sphere, enveloping Kurobina and everyone on board.
'Incredible control! To manipulate aura to this extent...' he thought, awestruck.
Morel and Shoot, both Manipulation-type Nen users, were speechless at Loki's mastery of aura.
An ordinary sphere couldn't withstand the wind created by this speed.
The aura's density had to be increased, but this differed from the technique of creating a sphere.
The outer layer had to be dense, but if the inner layer was equally dense, it would repel Morel and the others.
The inner layer had to maintain a spherical state while the outer layer formed an ellipsoid. This was no simple feat.
Even Ging, after much deliberation, had given up on mastering this technique; even if learned, its practical application seemed limited.
"Working with someone like this... the pressure is immense," Morel sighed.
Shoot and Knuckle nodded.
They'd initially thought they'd misheard when told they'd be working with Loki.
They'd been enemies, tasked with eliminating Loki, only to be cooperating now. This drastic shift was difficult to accept.
However, this Association mission was a rare opportunity; they couldn't afford to miss it.
Knuckle, staring at Loki's back, clenched his fists. "My training is far from sufficient." He'd trained relentlessly after recovering, hoping for revenge, but the gap remained vast.
Shoot, who had given up, looked at Knuckle, who continued to pursue Loki as his goal.
Morel comforted Knuckle. "Don't lose heart, Knuckle. Keep training, and you'll succeed."
Baise watched them, a hint of amusement in her eyes. She'd been around Loki for a while. This boy was not only incredibly powerful but also improved at an astonishing rate.
Catching up to such a monster was impossible.
Ging, while appreciating Knuckle's determination, also doubted he'd ever surpass Loki.
Ging addressed the group. "Alright, let's review the plan. Morel and Knov will handle Pouf. Knuckle and Shoot will take on Youpi. Razor will handle Neferpitou."
He patted Razor's shoulder. "Don't worry, I'll assist you against Neferpitou. We'll take her down quickly, then you can help others."
Razor hesitated. "Isn't Ging going to face the King with Loki?"
Ging sighed, looking at Loki. "Five minutes should be enough."
Loki, sitting atop Kurobina, looked back at Ging. "Enough."
Five minutes against the King; failure was likely if they couldn't win.
While short, five minutes was a long time for Loki.
His battle with Netero had involved thousands of exchanges in mere minutes.
Ging was satisfied with Loki's agreement.
Five minutes. I'll help you against the Royal Guards.
I'll prioritize assisting Razor with Neferpitou. If successful, Razor can support you. If he's severely injured, he'll retreat, and so will you. If you can't defeat your opponent, stall for time. If you can't stall, escape.
Escape meant their opponents would target others, potentially leading to mission failure for everyone.
The consequences of failure were clear: the Association could fall under government control or be disbanded due to the Chimera Ant incident.
If the team failed, nuclear weapons might be used, resulting in massive casualties and the destruction of a beautiful nation.
For the innocent and the Association, success was paramount.
The weight of the Association's fate pressed heavily upon them, even Ging.
'Netero's Association can't fall!' Ging smiled faintly, looking at Loki.
'Netero's most prized student is trying to save the Hunter Association.'
Those who resented Loki for attacking the Association and injuring Netero wouldn't expect him to be saving it.
Sensing Ging's gaze, Loki looked back curiously.
Ging chuckled nervously. "Nothing."
'His senses are too sharp!' Ging composed himself. "Loki, you mentioned drawing the scattered Chimera Ants back to the King. How?"
Loki looked ahead, the vast landscape unfolding before them.
"Direct extermination. Show the Chimera Ant squad leaders they're no match for us. They'll naturally seek the King's protection."
Ging felt a surge of apprehension at Loki's plan.
He understood: find the rampaging Chimera Ants and crush them with overwhelming force.
After eliminating several, the remaining squad leaders would realize the human threat. They'd either face the humans or seek safety, but nowhere would be safe.
Seeking the King's protection would be their only option; they wouldn't surrender.
This would draw the scattered Chimera Ants back together.
But... "Loki, that'll alert them!"
Ging expected Loki to be surprised or change his plan, but Loki laughed.
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