Hunter: I became stronger even after I died.

Chapter 256 You Can't Catch Me
Indeed, as Kang Zai said, the bounty agency demonstrated extremely high efficiency in dealing with a criminal organization of the Phantom Troupe's caliber.

Once the staff arrived, there was no delay, and the entire process proceeded exceptionally smoothly.

Moro stood aside, watching Kang Jae and the bounty agency staff skillfully complete a series of procedures, wasting almost no time.

From submitting the application to confirming acceptance, and finally to the remittance of the reward money, it seemed as if everything had been meticulously prepared for this moment.

Is such efficiency really due to the Phantom Troupe?
Moro disagreed.

Kang Zai's identity as one of the twelve Earthly Branches should also play a role in this.

Although the Hunter Association is a non-governmental organization, it has secured important commissions from major countries and well-known companies thanks to its reputation accumulated over many years.

As the saying goes, leave professional matters to professionals.

The Hunter Association is undoubtedly synonymous with professionalism.

This gives it a superior status and power in countries around the world as a non-governmental organization, even placing it above some official institutions.

Kangzai is one of the twelve earthly branches of the Hunter Association, so he is obviously more likely to receive attention from some organizations.

The bounty was quickly paid out, and the organization's staff left with the bodies of the group.

After consulting with Kurapika, Kangzai transferred the entire after-tax bounty to Moro's account.

"This achievement is enough to earn you a 'one-star' rating, Kurapika."

After completing the remittance, Kang Jae looked up at Kurapika and said with some emotion.

To earn a one-star title, a professional hunter must make significant contributions to their field.

This is no easy task.

There aren't many professional hunters who can get at least a "one-star" rating.

Not to mention young people like Kurapika.

Kang Zai knew that Moro was the one who contributed the most to the operation to wipe out the Phantom Troupe.

However, this does not prevent Kang Jae from appreciating Kurapika.

In his opinion, Kurapika's abilities and skills absolutely deserve the title of one star.

Kurapika had no interest in the "one-star" title. After hearing Kangzai's words, he simply nodded and did not react further.

Seeing this, Kang Zai lowered his eyelids, thinking to himself that this kid was just like Moro, completely lacking the necessary enthusiasm for things that ordinary people would flock to, such as fame, money, and power.

This may be influenced by Moro.

And there's another brat from the Zoldyck family...

His mind raced, and he couldn't help but glance at Kurt, who was puffing out his cheeks and sulking. Then he saw Morrow waving a bag of sugar cookies in front of Kurt, trying to cheer him up.

After actually meeting Kurt, the young assassin from the Zoldyck family, Kangzai changed his previous impression and realized that even assassins from the Zoldyck family had a normal side.

However, this is probably an influence and change brought about by emotions such as longing and admiration.

And what brought about these changes was precisely—

Kang Jae grinned as he looked at Morrow, who was trying to comfort Kurt.

The night is getting darker.

The matter of the tour group has been settled.

In order to make it to Yorknew City in time for the auction, Morrow decided to set off immediately, first taking Kurt back to Kukuroo Mountain, and then going directly to Yorknew City.

However, Kukuroku Mountain and Yorknew City are separated by the vast ocean and the continent where the ancient Ganyu Kingdom is located, making the two places seem like they are worlds apart.

It would take at least three days to travel from the ancient Ganyu Kingdom to Kukuru Mountain by airship.

It would be too late to turn back from Kukuroo Mountain to Yorknew City on the continent of Eurubian.

Taking this into consideration, Moro simply contacted Menchi, who was still in the Kingdom of Ryuo, and asked her to bring the Chimera directly to Kukuroo Mountain to meet up, and then they would go to Yorknew City together.

After making these arrangements, Moro set off to visit Hisoka's hospital room.

at this time.

It was already 2 a.m.

Hisoka didn't lie obediently in the hospital bed. Instead, he leaned against the windowsill, gazing absently at the fallen leaves swaying in the wind under the dim light of the streetlamp.

There was a slight noise coming from the door, but he didn't even turn his head, his posture relaxed as if he didn't care about anything.

But this is just appearance.

In fact, he had already recognized who it was from the sound of footsteps.

It wasn't that he had any special ability to identify people by their voices, it was just...

Everything about Morrow was already etched into his very bones.

This is a morbid kind of importance and concern, all for the sake of obtaining an ultimate enjoyment in the battle at some point in the future.

So even the lightest footsteps of Moro could be recognized by him.

"We're leaving."

Moro stopped a short distance from the door, his gaze falling on Hisoka's back as he stood by the window.

Hisoka raised his head slightly, his voice languid: "Coming all this way to say goodbye, how touching~"

"Take good care of your injuries."

Moro said calmly, "Once you're healed, you can choose the time and place."

"Oh?"

Hisoka suddenly became interested and turned to lean against the windowsill.

In the dim light, his eyes gleamed with a dangerous light, revealing an undisguised, naked desire.

"I'm so glad you're being so proactive, Moro."

"Yeah……"

Facing Hisoka's twisted and dangerous aura, Moro remained unfazed and calmly said, "Then enjoy your happiness for a while longer. You won't be laughing next time we meet."

"Great, this is exactly the 'sweet talk' I wanted to hear!"

Hisoka trembled with excitement, his voice carrying a twisted pleasure.

Under the influence of this emotion, the corners of his mouth turned up exaggeratedly, and he didn't care at all even though it aggravated his wound and caused him severe pain.

Moro sighed softly upon seeing this.

He is no longer the rookie who had to struggle on the brink of death, and naturally, he no longer needs to cater to Hisoka's dangerous aura.

"Hisoka, you can't catch me."

Moro turned around and walked towards the open door, calmly saying, "To be honest, I only have two Jokers in my hand right now. Even so, do you still want to draw cards?"

"Ah……"

Hisoka stared at Moro's back, finally becoming serious, and said earnestly, "This feeling of being looked down upon only excites me more."

"whatever."

Moro left the ward with a single sentence.

After a while.

A black sedan drove away from the hospital, heading towards the airport.

When we arrived at the airport, it was still dark.

Here, Morrow bid farewell to Conzai, and then, with Kurapika and Kurt, boarded the earliest flight to Kukuroo Mountain.

Kang Zai watched Moro and the others board the airship, but did not wait for it to depart. Instead, he turned and left.

He still has things to do.

That was compiling and summarizing the report on the defeat of the Phantom Troupe. This was a significant achievement and Kurapika's ticket to the one-star title.

of course,

He couldn't do such a serious thing himself, so he had to ask a preaching woman, who was also one of the twelve earthly branches, for help.

In any case, matters like promotion to one star are just a formality at the Twelve Earthly Branches meeting, and are ultimately decided by Chairman Netero himself.

Therefore, entrusting the task of compiling the report to that preachy woman should allow the matter to be put on the agenda more quickly.

Kang Jae walked out of the airport and dialed a number on his phone.
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three days later.

The airship carrying Moro and his group was about to arrive at Kukuroo Mountain. At this time, they were unaware that the Phantom Troupe's annihilation had already caused a huge uproar in the media.

To boost the enthusiasm of bounty hunters, the bounty agency took this opportunity to create momentum and significantly increased related benefits.

This policy change naturally benefits the vast majority of bounty hunters.

But what most bounty hunters care about more is the destruction of the infamous Phantom Troupe.

Who did it?

Many people are very curious about this.

The Hunter Association, having already learned the details of the matter, began to implement the merits of eliminating the Phantom Troupe.

As the president of the Hunter Association, Netero may often slack off, but he still takes matters into his heart when it comes to events that involve significant achievements.

After all, this kind of thing also means the growth of fresh blood in the association.

in particular……

Netero saw a resemblance to Moro in this achievement and immediately became very interested.

So he extended an invitation to Kang Jae before the meeting officially began.

Let's have some tea, play some games, and then get to the bottom of things.

at the same time.

The airship landed at the airport in the Dentola region.

As Moro, Kurapika, and Kurt disembarked from the airship and stepped out of the airport, they saw Yu Yin waiting for them by a luxury car.

Seeing Morrow and the others emerge from the airport, Yu Yin, dressed in a black butler's uniform, bowed to Kurt and then opened the car door.

This arrangement of having someone come to pick him up at the airport didn't make Kurt happy at all.

I had finally accepted the fact that Moro had sent me home, so I was hoping to spend one last day with Moro in the town at the foot of Kukuro before heading back to Kukuro Mountain, but then...

How could Kurt be in a good mood?

"you go."

Growing increasingly grumpy, Kurt pulled a purple bamboo fan from the waistband of his kimono and pointed it at Yuyin from a distance.

"Uh."

Yu Yin paused for a moment, then quickly explained, "This is Lady Kikki..."

"I won't listen, I just want you to disappear from my sight."

Kurt's eyes were sharp.

Faced with Kurt's challenge, Yu Yin bowed her head as if she had done something wrong, but did not back down: "I'm sorry, Madam Kikyo's orders came first, and I cannot obey you, young master Kurt."

"you……!"

Kurt was furious.

Morrow could sense Kurt's inner thoughts.

He also knew that Kurt was in a bad mood, and Kijo's arrangement was like adding fuel to the fire.

In the past, even if Kurt was in a bad mood, he would just keep it to himself and obey his family's arrangements.

It's obvious she doesn't want to get into Yuyin's car now. Although it's because she's become more independent, it's more about cherishing the little time she has left to spend together.

Moro hesitated for a moment, but ultimately remained silent.

This is someone else's family's arrangement, and no matter how good his relationship with Kurt is, it's really not appropriate for him to interfere.

Yuyin is usually easily startled, but when it comes to missions, she has no intention of backing down.

Even if Kurt had murderous intent, she would react and act in the same way.

This can be considered a stance that one must strictly adhere to as the butler of the Zoldyck family.

Kaldor isn't like Illumi, who could turn a butler into a needle-like figure at will. Even if he's in a terrible mood, he won't take it out on a butler who only knows how to obey orders.

In a sense, what's the difference between myself and these housekeepers?
With that thought in mind, Kurt tucked the fan back into his waistband and then took out his phone.

You should get on the bus obediently and go straight home.

Or take the initiative to try and get a chance to spend a day with Moro in town.

Kurt looked down at his phone and took a deep breath.

Although she knew her mother would never agree, and might even fly into a rage, but...

"I don't know when I'll be able to see Morro again, so... I want to explore the town of Chiselwood with Morro one more time, buy some chocolate beans for Killua, and see if that candy shop has any new flavors..."

Kurt muttered to himself, then dialed Kijo's number.

I had just dialed the number when I heard a familiar voice calling my name.

"Hey, Kurt."

It's Killua's voice.

Kurt instinctively hung up the unanswered call and looked toward Killua, who had just walked out of the airport and was waving and smiling in their direction.

"Killua-nii-san."

After a long time apart, Kurt smiled broadly.

Moro and Kurapika also looked at Killua, who was striding towards them.

Killua approached, first smiling at Kalluto, then looking at Morrow with undisguised seriousness.

"Where have you all been going for fun lately?"

Immediately, the silver-haired boy, who was the darling of the Zoldyck family, asked this question.

Judging from his reaction, he probably doesn't know about Illumi yet.

Faced with Killua's blunt question, Morrow's answer was as always: "The request was very difficult, but thanks to Kalluto, it was eventually completed successfully."

"Hey, it's boring."

Killua, mature beyond his years, knew he wouldn't get anything out of Morrow and would have to wait until he got home to ask Kaldor.

However, having just completed a commission, he couldn't hide his envy of Kurt.

He can certainly go and have fun wherever he wants, as long as the mission is completed...

But what's the point of being all alone?
"Young Master Killua, please get in the car as well."

Yu Yin didn't expect Killua to return just in time, so she took the opportunity to invite Killua into the car, thinking that Killua would probably get in as well.

Killua nodded and was about to get into the car when Kora grabbed his coat.

He turned around and looked at Kurt with a puzzled expression, only to see Kurt looking resistant.

With his quick wit, he immediately understood what was going on.

"Yuyin, you go back by yourself first."

Killua turned to look at Yuyin and said calmly.

Rain Sound hesitated, "Young Master Killua, I..."

"never mind."

Killua took out his phone and decisively dialed Kikyo's number.

Once the call connected, he used only one sentence to get Kiju to agree to let him and Kurt stay in town for a while.

That sentence meant that he wanted to buy Kikyo a gift.

"nailed it."

After hanging up the phone, Killua waved his phone at Kalluto, who looked completely bewildered.

Then, thinking of Lady Kikkyu's unquestionable and forceful attitude when she gave the order, Yu Yin got into the car with a blank look on her face and returned to Kukuro Mountain alone.

Moro watched Killua easily put away his phone, recalling the slight struggle Killua had made when he took it out earlier...

Even though Kalluto has grown a lot during this time, he is still far behind Killua.

Those who are pampered are always fearless.

(End of this chapter)