Hunter x Hunter: From Obtaining the World to Beyond Heaven

"Let me handle this. You and Poxon go somewhere else."

“Hey, then you…”

"Believe me."

Diya hesitated for a moment, then blew a breath toward Mumu Ze's earlobe.

In an instant.

Saqiu watched helplessly as all the emotions surrounding Mumu Ze receded like the tide, leaving only a vivid pink...

'Wait, what happened? Why did her mood change so quickly?'

Saqiu was taken aback by this sudden turn of events.

He only saw Diya whisper something in Mumu Ze's ear, and then her emotions vanished instantly, like a rollercoaster ride!

As a trouble hunter, he has seen many strange people, but it is rare to see someone like Mumu Ze who looks normal on the surface but whose inner thoughts can change as easily as turning the pages of a book.

Could it be that the twelfth prince is inherently an emotionally unstable person?

It's hard to say whether the malice he witnessed before had any real significance.

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Time:

March 2, evening.

28 hours after Patient Zero's death.

[Number of survivors in New Delhi]:

2466, 2189 (120, 1456)

[Number of deaths from the disease]:

5 (0)

[Current Average Level of the Molina Group]:

LV.3～LV.4

[Global Tension]:

10%

Chapter 378 Hand-to-Hand Talk! × Mental Clash

The prince was still young, and with a little effort from Dia, he won her heart.

"what……"

Mumu Ze was in a daze and wanted to say something, but Pokson, who was quick-witted and agile, grabbed him and pulled him backward.

Watching Poxon push the dizzy Mumu Ze away, Dia breathed a sigh of relief and turned to Saqiu, saying:

"I apologize, Your Highness has a rather eccentric personality. I hope Mr. Kobayakawa will forgive him."

Mumu Ze has always been in the habit of not revealing her true feelings. Except when she is with Diya, she will be completely genuine. Otherwise, most people will be deceived by her pretense.

Whether it's Kido, Poxen, or Princess Seranghi.

None of them realized that this changeable duality was also part of the underlying nature of her personality.

This is unlike the straightforward Lady Kita or the conflicted Miss Pok.

To put it bluntly, it's like a controlled form of schizophrenia.

'Is he eccentric? He's certainly hard to figure out.'

Saqiu thought to himself.

He wasn't surprised that Dia knew him.

Because he also knew the other person.

Among the twelve branches, he was fairly well-liked as a neutral party member, so people had told him about Dia a long time ago.

This includes some unexpected twists and turns in the vice president election and... some unfounded and ambiguous "rumors".

But when Saqiu thought about how intimate Dia and Mumuze had been just now, she realized that those rumors were just nonsense.

"So, this is our first meeting, Mr. former vice president."

Saqiu smiled politely.

His tone suggested that the two had known each other for a long time:

"Because I personally don't get involved in politics, I missed the last vice president election and missed the opportunity to get to know you, which I really regret. It's fate that we've met again... How about we play a game of 'Hands'?"

Just as Dia was about to exchange a few polite words, she heard Saqiu's request and asked in confusion:

"Playing chess? Like hand-to-hand combat?"

"Hand Talk" is an elegant term for "Go" because during the game, both sides remain silent, relying solely on the pieces on their fingers to continue the intellectual battle, just like two silent people communicating through their hands.

However, at this moment, "手谈" does not mean that.

Saqiu shook his head and said:

"In ancient times, people used their hands to play chess instead of engaging in idle talk, in order to pursue a leisurely and elegant lifestyle. This saying was extended and quoted by martial arts practitioners in later generations, and came to mean a bloodless sparring match."

"Even in modern times, a group of martial artists, led by Chairman Netero, have incorporated and modified ancient martial arts, and the hand-to-hand combat has evolved into a more advanced sparring technique—namely, a spiritual confrontation."

"The so-called 'thunderclap in silence,' and the so-called 'merely the mind'..."

Saqiu slowly extended his right hand, his gaze solemn:

"It's been a long time since someone has been recognized by Chairman Netero..."

"I'm just itching to show off my skills, Diya, could you grant me this untimely request?"

Although it was their first meeting, Saqiu couldn't contain her excitement!

Yes.

For a swordsman, what could be more exciting than an enemy coming straight at him?

'A battle of wits...'

Dia didn't quite understand the term; his knowledge of martial arts was far inferior to that of a proper martial artist like Saqiu.

However, he's not afraid!

Are you referring to comparing mental strength with that of a Stand user?

Saqiu's sincere dedication to martial arts seemed to materialize, inspiring awe and respect.

Dia sensed no change in the ripple effect, so she no longer hesitated:

"it is good!"

Snapped!

The two large hands suddenly clasped together tightly!

In an instant, an invisible aura seemed to surround the two of them!

The two wills converged in an instant!

One of them was as unrestrained and domineering as a raging storm, while the other was as serene and unmoving as a continuous mountain forest!

'【The Ultimate Principle of the Mind】!'

Saqiu was overjoyed, his gaze sharp as a knife, and a thought flashed through his mind!

In an instant, Dia felt as if the world was spinning.

Swish!

A flash of white light!

A lightning-fast blade of light appeared out of nowhere, leaping from Saqiu's fingertips to Dia's face and slashing towards his neck!

What a quick knife!

Diya's eyes lit up. Without the slightest fear, she instinctively charged forward. As if she had practiced it a thousand times, she threw a punch without any instruction, bringing with it a fierce gust of wind!

boom!

Clouds billowed everywhere, and a fierce wind shook the earth!

The unparalleled blade light instantly cleaved through the oncoming gale and clouds, but just as it was about to strike Dia's figure, it was blocked by a golden fist shadow!

The fist shadows appeared out of nowhere, as if descending from the sky, flashing with golden light, and in an instant, they violently transformed into countless fist shadows that bombarded the blade light!

The blade, unable to withstand the force, was blasted into dust in a single exchange, leaving only a clear, mournful cry!

"Um……"

Saqiu snorted, a hint of confusion flashing in his eyes, and involuntarily loosened his clenched hands.

"That is……"

Almost simultaneously, Dia felt dizzy, let go of her hand, and shook her head violently.

He suddenly felt as if something had been added to his mind!

"Great! Okay!"

The confusion in Saqiu's eyes lasted only a moment before clarity returned, and she subconsciously exclaimed "Good!"

The guests nearby noticed the commotion and turned to look with curiosity.

Sachyu completely ignored those gazes and praised Dia:

"I never expected you to have such outstanding talent in [Mind Chess]. To have such martial arts insights at such a young age, Qi Duo has taken on a fine disciple!"

The fact that Dia was able to shatter one of his blades in their very first exchange demonstrates that Dia's willpower and martial arts skills have reached a high level.

This is truly rare.

Since hunters nowadays are obsessed with developing their Nen abilities and neglect their devout training in martial arts and swordsmanship, Dia's willpower is quite rare.