Tsezguerra and Goreinu thought the external help Killua mentioned referred to some skilled player they had encountered in the game.
But upon hearing the term "teacher," they immediately realized this external help wasn't from within the game but rather a Nen user who had never entered the game before.
It was external assistance in the truest sense.
That's right, we can ask the teacher for help!
Gon's eyes lit up.
The specified slot card No. 2 required fifteen people to initiate the challenge.
However, due to Razor's presence, any attempt to scrape through with unqualified participants was essentially impossible.
Ultimately, it was because Razor's strength was too terrifying...
So, they needed first-class experts to raise the overall capability of the team!
Moreover, considering the limited number of cards, the feasibility of seeking external help became even higher.
But...
Gon's excitement lasted only a second before he suddenly thought of the most critical issue and said, "If we want to ask the teacher for help, we'll need to get him a game qualification first."
"That's not a problem at all."
Killua raised his index finger, brimming with confidence:
"Although Battera's recruitment event attracted nearly three hundred Nen users at once, only twenty-nine people, including us, ultimately passed the screening. And he purchased seven sets of the Greed Island game at the auction."
"Considering the line splitters and memory card slots, he still has at least a dozen game slots available. Of course, it's possible he has other channels to recruit skilled players, but..."
At this point, Killua's tone grew even more certain.
"This game has been out for over a decade with no one clearing it. Many players can't beat the game or obtain the card to leave, so they just keep occupying game slots. This situation not only wastes a lot of opportunities but also makes game slots increasingly precious."
"So even if Battera can recruit more players through other channels, he'll definitely keep a few slots reserved at all times. After all, if he encounters a desirable expert but has no game slots available, it would be a huge loss."
As he spoke, Killua looked at Tsezguerra.
"Am I right, Tsezguerra?"
"..."
Tsezguerra looked at the mature and experienced Killua, then couldn't help glancing at the innocent and pure Gon.
The same age, yet completely different types.
But recalling what Killua had said during the screening, "I've been electrocuted every day since the day I was born," it didn't seem all that surprising.
"That's correct."
After a brief silence, Tsezguerra slowly nodded. "Mr. Battera does indeed reserve a few game slots for unexpected needs."
"Then it's settled."
Killua lifted his hand and lightly rested his chin on it. "I'll return to the real world right away to contact the teacher and ask for his help."
Tsezguerra looked at the somewhat optimistic Killua, his tone suddenly turning serious.
"Killua, bringing in an expert from outside the game who doesn't need a card to participate in the challenge is indeed a viable method. But I can't guarantee I'll be able to persuade Mr. Battera to use a precious game slot just for one instance of assistance."
"Huh?"
Upon hearing this, Killua immediately gave a dead-fish-eyed stare and said, "Once we successfully obtain the No.2 specified slot card, we'll have collected all 99 types of cards. And the final No.000 is clearly the clearance item that appears after gathering all 99."
"..."
Tsezguerra's eyebrows twitched slightly.
Killua looked directly at him and said calmly, "When the time comes, we'll each rely on our own abilities. But as agreed, no matter who clears the game in the end, the other teams are guaranteed at least one-tenth of the reward. So there's no need for you to play petty games here."
"I'm just stating the facts."
Tsezguerra maintained his composure: "But I can guarantee that regarding hiring external help, I'll do my utmost to persuade Mr. Battera. However, if your teacher fails to satisfy Mr. Battera, that's beyond my control."
"Fine, I'll return to the real world to contact my teacher now."
Killua said with complete calm: "It shouldn't take more than a few days for him to enter the game."
Tsezguerra raised an eyebrow.
Nearby, Goreinu asked curiously: "Killua, Gon, what's your teacher's approximate strength level?"
"Not sure."
Killua shook his head: "But... in a direct confrontation, I probably couldn't last even ten seconds."
"What?!"
Goreinu's heart jumped, his face full of astonishment.
He had personally witnessed Killua's abilities, even with the support of his Black & White Goreinu mechanism ability, he'd likely get completely dominated by Killua.
Gon tried hard to imagine facing Morrow in direct combat, finally sighing: "Then I probably couldn't last even two seconds."
"...!"
Goreinu, Tsezguerra, Kess and others couldn't conceal their shock.
Their reactions precisely demonstrated how highly they regarded Killua and Gon's abilities.
That's why they were so surprised to hear such claims.
"BOOK."
Killua summoned his book, then opened it casually: "Our teacher is absolutely reliable, you'll see when the time comes. Anyway, I'll first return to the real world to contac... Huh?"
"What's wrong?"
Everyone looked at him.
Killua simply stretched his hand toward Tsezguerra: "Give me a 'Leave' card."
He and Gon had used all their Leave cards to exchange for rare specified slot cards to speed up their collection.
Only now when he needed one did he remember this.
"..."
Tsezguerra sighed helplessly as he took a Leave card from his own book.
"I'll head out first then."
Killua grinned.
Tsezguerra nodded: "I'll use a 'Passage Ticket' to exit. I should reach the castle within three days at most."
"Alright."
—--
Inside the Batu Tianshan cave.
Morrow had been waiting for several days via message before finally receiving Ging's return call.
"You're saying the Divine Script embedded with 'teleportation ability' has been completely constructed, but whenever you try to use it, the Divine Script suddenly disappears?"
"Correct."
Morrow held his phone and asked: "Do you know what's causing this?"
"There are two possible reasons."
Ging quickly provided an answer: "One is insufficient structural stability that requires further Reinforcement. The other is that you lack a direct medium to connect the abilities."
"So how do I solve these two problems?"
Morrow directly threw the question to Ging.
"..."
After a moment of silence lasting a second or two, a sigh came from Ging's side: "Sigh, feels like you've hit the jackpot, Morrow."
"What?"
Morrow was slightly taken aback.
Ging then explained, "When my friends and I were creating Greed Island, we encountered the same issue. Back then, it took us a long time to find a solution..."
"Is that so? In that case, I really did hit the jackpot."
Morrow chuckled.
Ging didn't beat around the bush and directly offered the solution: "The first problem is simple. You just need to place a 'reinforcement-type' Divine Script in each of the four directions around the Divine Script."
Reinforcement-type Divine Script...
Morrow's eyes flickered as he asked, "Is that the one with a triangular framework?"
"Correct."
Ging reminded him, "You need a total of four reinforcement-type Divine Scripts, and their positions must not deviate. They must be arranged strictly according to the four sacred directions."
"Understood."
A more specific and complete framework for the Divine Script had already formed in Morrow's mind.
So that's how it is.
Previously, the focus of his research had been on how to construct the teleportation Divine Script step by step, overlooking the application of composite types.
"Second problem."
Ging continued, "The key lies in creating a medium specifically for linking abilities. Just like my Greed Island, which uses the game console as the core medium to stably transport players to the island."
"I see."
Morrow suddenly understood.
When constructing the teleportation Divine Script, he had directly linked the activation method to his own Nen.
This was equivalent to setting himself as the activation medium.
Perhaps this was why the Divine Script couldn't be activated correctly.
But if this method were feasible, it would undoubtedly be much more convenient than relying on mediums like game consoles or cards.
"What if, and I'm just saying what if..."
Morrow asked with some anticipation, "Could I use my own 'Nen' to replace the core medium?"
"Regarding this question, it's hard to say for sure, because the structure and application of Divine Scripts actually incorporate the mechanisms of 'Vows and Limitations.'"
Ging seemed to be weighing his words, pausing for a second or two before continuing:
"So, in theory, it's possible. But whether it can be done is another matter. For example, if you adopt an 'absolutely random' construction approach when building the teleportation Divine Script, you might endow it with ultra-long-distance teleportation characteristics. However, you might not be able to construct it even if you tried until your dying day."
"Hmm, I roughly understand."
Hearing the mention of Vows and Limitations, Morrow immediately grasped the concept.
The framework of Divine Scripts is essentially no different from Nen capacity.
If you want to develop more powerful ability effects within limited Nen capacity, you have to exchange something for it, just like setting Vows and Limitations.
Moreover, the deeper your understanding of your own Nen ability, the easier it becomes to construct Divine Scripts within the framework.
This is precisely why Morrow was able to effectively enhance the ability 'Insidious Shooting Star' through countless attempts.
It's a two-way influence.
Morrow even felt that as his comprehension and understanding of the system deepened, he might not only enhance the mechanics of 'Insidious Shooting Star' but also improve the functionality of 'Astral Step.'
"Any other questions?"
Ging's inquiry came through the phone.
This guy was sometimes hard to reach, always giving off the impression of being particularly busy.
Hearing Ging's question, Morrow stopped his train of thought and quickly said, "One last question, can I go take a look at Greed Island?"
"Of course you can."
Ging knew Morrow probably wanted to broaden his horizons by visiting Greed Island and said casually, "But I won't give you any special treatment. If you really want to go, get the game qualification through your own abilities."
"That's so like you."
Morrow sighed softly.
He had been hoping Ging would just open a backdoor for him, how much easier that would be.
But before he could even bring it up, Ging had already shut down that possibility.
"But you've really been a great help this time. Thanks, Ging."
"Friends don't need to say such things. If there's nothing else, I'll hang up now."
"Mm."
Click.
Ging promptly ended the call, as if he really had something urgent to attend to.
Morrow shook his head slightly, tucked his phone into his pocket, and immediately began experimenting with reinforcement methods for the teleportation Divine Script.
Being already very familiar with triangular framework reinforcement Divine Script, Morrow completed the modifications in less than two days.
Then, Morrow eagerly attempted to activate the Divine Script.
But it was the same as before, the Divine Script ability didn't activate.
However, the Divine Script around the mural didn't disappear this time either.
Just as Ging said, I still need to create a direct medium to truly activate the Divine Script's teleportation ability.
Morrow pondered this.
Just then, his phone buzzed violently, interrupting Morrow's thoughts.
He took out his phone and saw Killua's number displayed on the screen.
—--
Three days later.
In the living room of Battera's castle.
Killua, Battera, and Tsezguerra sat on the sofa, waiting for Morrow's arrival.
Tap, tap...
Footsteps echoed from the corridor outside the living room door.
Soon, a Nen user in military uniform entered the living room.
This was one of Battera's hired armed guards, and the two other guards in the corridor were also Nen users.
In fact, besides a team of Nen user armed guards, the castle was equipped with the latest expensive anti-theft systems throughout, making the protection quite thorough.
"The person has been brought."
The armed guard who entered the living room reported to Battera.
Battera nodded. "Please invite him in."
The two armed guards in the corridor heard Battera's words and stepped aside, speaking to the person they had escorted: "You may enter now."
"Hmm~"
A tall figure approached the living room door.
Meanwhile.
Inside the living room, Killua immediately stood up and walked toward the door, a bright smile on his face.
But the next second, he saw a playing card emerge from behind the doorframe first.
Seeing that playing card, Killua's smile instantly froze.
"Oh my, we meet again, Lightning Cat~"
Hisoka appeared, holding up the playing card.
Lightning Cat was actually the nickname audience members at Heavens Arena had given Killua.
"Why is it you, you per–!"
Killua's eyes widened, cutting himself off mid-sentence.
Damn it, this pervert's rubber ability could neutralize the paralyzing effects of Godspeed's electricity, and he could use Bungee Gum to block Godspeed's ultra-high-speed attacks...
He was practically his natural counter!
If he couldn't beat him, he could only avoid him!
But the question was, why was this pervert the one who came?
"Did the teacher send you?"
Killua frowned.
"Lightning Cat, you seem rather disappointed."
Hisoka's lips curled slightly as he leaned against the doorframe, casually shuffling playing cards.
"Obviously! And don't call me that!"
Killua rolled his eyes.
On the sofa.
Battera observed Tsezguerra's reaction.
Meanwhile, Tsezguerra was carefully examining the aura surrounding Hisoka, thinking to himself that this was indeed a master.
"Killua, is this your teacher?"
"Is it that obvious~? Yes, I'm his teacher."
Hisoka naturally took over the conversation, his Transmuter traits clearly showing.
Though also a Transmuter, Killua suddenly bristled.
"This pervert is NOT my teacher!!!"
"Huh?"