"Is he... really that strong?" Killua asked, surprised.
He couldn't sense any strength from the "Egghead" (Saitama). This guy looked like an NPC from a different dimension. How could he be strong?
But since it was his best friend saying it, Killua had to consider it seriously.
He stared at the bald head again but still saw nothing special.
"Hello, I'm Ryker."
Ryker politely greeted his own Nen Beast.
"Hello, Saitama."
Oscars for everyone!
As long as the acting was real, he had the perfect alibi.
Plus, he planned to leave Saitama here as a long-term farming bot, so the persona had to be solid. No one could know.
They exchanged pleasantries. Gon admired Saitama greatly. Killua was skeptical.
This was the terrifying power of a Red Trait. The Nen Beasts integrated [Zetsu] perfectly.
Once created, their aura was completely hidden.
Even a master like Hisoka couldn't sense them. The Panther King who provoked him earlier was also Ryker's Nen Beast!
Hisoka's Nen was only Gold tier. Ryker's was Red.
Naturally, Gon and Killua couldn't tell.
"Hehe. One Punch Man? Just rookies from the lower floors. Floor 200 is completely different from what you imagine. Haven't seen such naive rookies in a long time."
"Especially this egghead. Hahahahaha!"
Suddenly, a mocking voice rang out.
Gon and Killua turned, faces dark. Being mocked while talking to friends is never fun.
The newcomer wore a mask and old clothes. A veteran.
Sadaso!
Ryker's eyes lit up slightly.
Interesting!
This guy was weak, but his traits were funny.
Name: Sadaso
Traits: [Transmutation Talent] (Double Blue), [Nen Tech: Invisible Left Arm] (Purple), [Cunning] (Purple), [Kidney Deficiency] (Blue)...
Bro.
Do you know you're standing in front of a Red-Tier Transmutation Grandmaster?
Ryker smiled.
Sadaso's talent was mediocre. But the Purple technique... Invisible Left Arm.
If Ryker remembered correctly, this guy transmuted his aura into a giant invisible arm.
A trash application of a great concept.
But for Ryker, it was inspiring. Invisible telekinesis.
Perfect for sneak attacks. Or developing "Sword Kinesis."
"Talking about One Punch Man? Only rookies are shameless enough to say that. Don't confuse this place with the garbage dump downstairs. Kids, once you're here..."
Sadaso laughed.
He had been waiting. As a Floor 200 veteran, he maintained his rank by bullying rookies.
He used "baptisms" (intimidation) to force them into fights, then beat them to get a 90-day grace period.
Despicable, but effective.
To him, these kids were the weakest rookies ever.
Especially the bald guy. Looked easy to bully.
But before he finished...
Saitama suddenly turned around. Like he was casually swatting a fly, he lightly slapped Sadaso.
Instant.
BOOM—
Sadaso screamed, vomiting blood as he flew backward and embedded himself into the wall.
[DING! You defeated Sadaso (via Nen Beast).]
[Lucky Star Daily Charge Used. Designated Drop...]
[Acquired: [Nen Tech: Invisible Left Arm] (Purple)!]
Heavenly sound.
The knowledge of the technique flooded Ryker's mind.
Tsk tsk tsk.
Nice tech!
Ryker instantly mastered and improved it.
Invisible Left Arm (Purple) -> Transmutation.
[DING! You have created a personal Nen technique — [Psychokinetic Nen] (Purple)!]
This was his second custom ability.
Psychokinetic Nen (Purple)!
He could manipulate objects (daggers, swords) or create invisible shields within his En range!
500 meters of absolute control!
Sadaso's arm had a 1-3 meter range. Trash.
Ryker's was 500 meters. God-tier.
Perfect!
Even trash mobs have value. Thank you for your contribution, Sadaso.
"Uh? What happened? Sorry, are you... okay?"
Saitama Ryker looked confused.
Gon and Killua were stunned.
To them, Sadaso wasn't weak. But a Floor 200 fighter got one-shotted?
"So strong!!"
Killua realized Gon wasn't exaggerating. He had underestimated the egghead.
He didn't even see the attack.
This bald guy is a monster!
"Mr. Saitama! I've decided! You are one of my life goals to defeat!"
Killua declared solemnly.
"Uh..." Ryker chuckled internally.
Killua, you're setting so many goals.
If you knew this bald guy was my puppet...
"Oh, that's great! I'm Saitama. Challenge me anytime you're free."
Saitama Ryker said seriously.
Free = When your farming cooldown resets. Ryker laughed inside.
"Excuse me... who is my opponent today?" Saitama asked the receptionist.
All the Floor 200 fighters were delicious XP packs.
"It's... Mr. Sadaso..." The receptionist trembled.
"Sadaso?" Saitama scratched his head.
"The... the guy you just blasted into the wall..."
"..." Everyone was speechless.
The match ended before it began.
Good guy Sadaso. Saved a fight slot.
"He... probably can't fight today. Let me check... Mr. Gido is available this afternoon?"
"Okay. Notify me later."
Saitama waved and left.
"Please schedule my fights for every Saturday."
Ryker stepped up.
The arena rules prevented him from fighting his own clones if the schedule was staggered.
"Every week? Sir, are you sure?" The receptionist looked at Ryker like he was crazy.
Comparing him to the monsters (Grimmjow/Ulquiorra/Saitama), Ryker looked... normal.
"Brother Ryker! That's what being strong means! Facing danger head-on! Constant battle to hone oneself! Killua, we must do the same to catch up!"
Gon was inspired.
"Yes! Please schedule us too! I want Wednesdays!"
"Me, Sundays! Every week!"
The kids were on fire.
Ryker stood there awkwardly.
Little bros... I just did it for convenient farming.
Whatever.
If he matched with them and the cooldown was active, he'd just surrender.
They got their room keys. Floor 200 accommodation was luxurious.
Meanwhile.
The unlucky Sadaso was being treated.
His partners, Gido (Top Fighter) and Riehlvelt (Wheelchair Guy), were furious.
Their partner got wrecked by a bald rookie at the reception desk?
And the bald guy wanted to fight Gido in the afternoon?
"Boss! Sadaso failed. That kid is strong. We're in trouble!" Gido said, voice cold.
"Hehe. Those who oppose our trio have no good end. If he made Sadaso unable to fight, we can make sure he can't fight either!" Riehlvelt sneered.
"Boss, you mean...?" Gido was interested.
300 meters away.
Ryker, bored in his room, had his En active. Like listening to the radio.
Their conversation fell clearly into his ears.
Oh!
Bro, great idea!
Convenient for you, convenient for me!
Ryker almost laughed out pig noises during his nap.
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