Hunter x Hunter: From Obtaining the World to Beyond Heaven

Netero's intentions were pretty much clear: he wanted him to help Kito run for vice president, which would bring Netero even more amusement.

Although it's unclear why Netero felt he, a mere temporary hunter, could help Kido, Dia, who had read the manga, already knew the outcome of the vice-chairman election.

Paliston, whom we've never met before, will win the election.

Moreover, it was Netero who overruled the objections and selected him as vice president, simply because "Paristone is the type of person I'm least good at dealing with."

For a stability-maintaining faction like Qiduo, while there's no hope of winning, the chances are slim.

So even though he said things like "Kita! We'll win!", he didn't really have any hope for it.

Ultimately, the election of the vice president is decided by the president alone, as can be seen from the tenth rule of the "Hunter's Ten Rules"—

The president has the authority to select the vice presidents and advisors.

So, are you going to admit defeat?

Chairman Netero's voice came calmly.

'certainly.'

Dia was about to say that, but suddenly he felt a surge of irritation.

It was as if someone was constantly whispering in his ear:

"You are invincible, you are the strongest, why should you admit defeat to this old man!"

A faint, almost imperceptible crimson flashed in Dia's eyes.

The next moment, Diya suddenly awoke as if from a dream:

'Something's not right.'

'If you're not as skilled as someone else, you're not as skilled. What's wrong with admitting defeat?'

The sudden turn of events surprised Dia, as his previous thoughts were completely out of character.

Just as Dia was caught in a dilemma, Netero, seeing his silence, slowly approached Dia and began to speak softly:

Do you know why I came to play games with you?

Netero's voice and the approaching sense of oppression interrupted Dia's inner turmoil.

He slapped the ground beside him with both hands, and his whole body was lifted into the air as if he were lifted off the ground. Then, he twisted his waist and exerted force to land steadily on his feet.

Netero seemed oblivious to Dia's movements, continuing to stroll closer leisurely, and said:

"Whether it's Little Qiduo, Bisji, or even Jin, those talented people, no matter how they behave when facing me, their eyes never lie."

"Respect, awe, worship, appreciation, and so on—I thoroughly enjoy those kinds of looks..."

"But I have to say, it's really boring when everyone is looking at you like that."

Netero spoke with a helpless tone, and Dia knew he meant what he said.

Chairman Netero is someone who has stood on the mountaintop for too long, so long that he no longer wants to be invincible in any sense.

Then, he changed the subject, looking at Dia with interest, and said:

"But there wasn't a single bit of reverence in your eyes from beginning to end, Dia..."

"My intuition tells me that you seem to have some powerful reliance that I cannot deal with?"

"Show me your... [capacity]!"

In an instant!

A terrifying aura, an overwhelming sense of oppression, and a crushing force swept over us!

Chapter 57 A Request × On the Verge of Explosion

This kid seems to have gotten a lot stronger.

When Chairman Netero saw Dia walking with her eyes closed, he suddenly thought of this sentence.

His amazing intuition allowed him to skip all observation, summarization, and reasoning, and directly arrive at a conclusion.

So, on a whim, he decided to have some fun with this young man in his own way.

For example, you could scare him...

'What?!'

Netero's sudden change of expression caught Dia off guard, and she instinctively bent her knees, trying to pull herself back.

But as soon as he leaped into the air, he discovered that Netero had anticipated this and jumped and landed at the same time.

Like a perfectly synchronized duo, Netero precisely controlled the distance between them within 10 meters—the ultimate range of the [world]!

Is it a coincidence?

Dia immediately dismissed the idea, because as he tried to take a step forward, Netero simultaneously took a step back, much like a cat playing with a mouse.

He could have created a much greater distance, but he remained firmly outside the range of [the World].

This confirmed to Dia that Netero had definitely guessed the range of the [World].

But how did they do that?

Dia couldn't understand it at all; he had never even used a double in front of Netero.

It wasn't that complicated. Netero was simply observing Dia's aura and expression constantly.

Whether a person is launching an attack or preparing a sneak attack, their eyes and aura will show extremely subtle fluctuations. For example, when a person is facing an enemy, their mindset and eyes will be completely different depending on whether the opponent is within their attack range.

Seeing through this is nonsense for most people, but it's not impossible for Nitero.

In fact, Dia had no intention of using [World] to launch a sneak attack—he was afraid that the guild leader might react impulsively and slap him.

Secondly, the rule of "not allowing the use of spirit beasts" was established at the beginning of the game.

It's probably to prevent abilities like Golenu's [Black and White Sage], which can directly swap the positions of spirit beasts and enemies...

This unexpected turn of events prevented Dia from using a substitute at will.

Although Dia knew that "The World" was a stand-in, Netero didn't.

At that time, the world will undoubtedly be regarded as an invisible beast bound by some kind of oath and constraint.

Wouldn't that just be considered a foul, and then they'd lose...?

'etc.'

'I didn't want to win.'

Diya paused for a moment, then her gaze towards the president instantly relaxed.

I must have been affected by that stupid DIO's lingering resentment. Winning wouldn't bring any benefits, and it might even expose my Stand. What's the point?

Having instantly understood, Diya spoke decisively:

"The president is too strong! I couldn't defeat Kouya even if I tried my best!"

After saying that, Diya prepared to pack her things and run away, making full use of the Ripple Messenger's sprint skill.

"What a cunning little devil! Well then, if you win, I'll grant you one request, how about that?"

Nitro pretended to have a headache and scratched his head, then casually uttered a surprising statement.

'ha?

Dia looked at the president with some suspicion; he didn't seem like the type to make promises so easily...

The next moment, Dia saw Netero's eyes, that absolute confidence and composure.

Dia understood—

Isaac Netero never thought he would lose, so he didn't care what bets he made.

Dia narrowed her eyes, starting to make plans in her mind.

Can we win?

If you use the "time stop" function, you can do it simply by touching the other party.

However, it might expose his abilities. Given Chairman Netero's extraordinary combat skills, it's almost certain that his abilities will be exposed.

In other words, is it worthwhile for Netero's request to make him reveal his abilities to Netero...?

But is this the same kind of wish-granting machine that gives you whatever you ask for?

Dia didn't think so. Chairman Netero's pride might prevent him from breaking his promise, but it would be a waste of time to ask him to do something boring.

He probably wouldn't mind showing off the "capriciousness of the strong"...

Therefore, the so-called "requirements" are actually limited to things that are not long-term and that interest him.

As can be seen from the manga, Chairman Netero is not a saint with extremely high moral standards, otherwise he would not have allowed such an exaggerated death and injury rate in the Hunter Exam.

He had an almost distinct attitude towards the strong and the weak, and he possessed extremely high dignity as a martial artist.

Therefore, hoping to control Nitero with "demands" is simply suicidal.

Asking him to help find the [Arrow Fragment] is pointless.

Predictably, Netero will slack off and won't spend any time on something so boring to him.

However, it is still a very tempting option. With the chairman's strength, even just asking him to help once would bring huge benefits.

and……

Dia looked at Netero not far away. The man was exuding a terrifying aura and was waiting for Dia with his eyes half closed.

'Can the ability to stop time really hide it from this old man?'

Thinking back to the last time I had dinner with Chairman Netero, he kept implying one thing in his words—

In the Secret Court incident, it was you who caused Kido's sudden teleportation. I have no evidence, but I am 100% certain!

Adding to this ambiguous game, Dia felt that Netero might have already figured out some of the truth about his abilities.

The scales in Diya's heart gradually tipped.

In general, Chairman Netero did not force him to reveal his abilities voluntarily; otherwise, if he had thrown a punch out of gratitude, Dia would have had no way to dodge it except by activating time stop.