Seeker of the Way

"Doctor, although you have your professional ethics, I also trust my props."

"Get out of the way, I will save Netero."

Ian smiled and said something to the man in the white coat, then took out a [Time Cloth] and, without saying a word, covered Netero's body with it.

At this moment, on the pristine white hospital bed, Netero's aged body had a gash in his chest and abdomen, exposing all his internal organs.

This scene looks somewhat horrifying.

Many organs were severely damaged, with less than one-third of the lung lobe remaining, and the spleen and liver also damaged.

That's what caused his heart to stop beating.

Even with the nourishment of Nen, if the internal organs are damaged, it is naturally impossible to maintain vital signs.

Although Ian's [Time Cloth] has been used multiple times.

However, the group of people in front of them had no chance to witness the magical effects of this prop.

Then...

After a faint flash of light, everyone stared wide-eyed, frozen in place.

All the horrific injuries on Netero's body had been completely healed.

"Beep... beep... beep..."

A calm, regular sound quickly rang out from the monitoring instrument.

"Okay... okay! It's fine like this!"

The Doctor's eyes widened in disbelief. As a top surgical expert, he had encountered this group of Nen users with strange abilities before.

However, when he saw that the other party had simply covered Netero with a red and green cloth, and that had completely healed his injuries, he was shocked.

It's still quite a departure from his understanding!

That's incredible!

Ian ignored him, a smile playing on his lips as he stared at Netero.

At this moment, the other Hunters, including the Beans, also gathered around. Zeno had long anticipated that Ian would definitely have a way.

However, upon seeing the other party's nonchalant healing ability, he couldn't help but remain silent for a moment before letting out a deep breath.

There was only one thought in his mind.

Milluki and Illumi, even if they have to give up being assassins, they must stay by the side of this boy in front of them.

The other party symbolizes another possibility for the Zoldyck Family clan on the future world stage.

Just then...

Netero slowly opened his eyes, and all he could see was a white light.

"Ah... this is..."

Even Netero, after waking up, still had lingering memories that made him believe he had entered the Netherworld.

He was jolted out of his daze when he heard a child's voice beside him.

"Hey old man, do you dare to stand up for V5 and challenge that guy to a duel again next time?"

Upon hearing this, Netero turned his head to look.

Upon seeing the Beans and the grinning Ian, a smile finally appeared on his aged face, and he nodded.

"Oh, it's Ian..."

"It seems I'm troubling you again this time."

Ian shrugged helplessly.

"There's nothing I can do about it. You're Uvogin's teacher, after all. Even though Netero hasn't fulfilled his duties as a teacher yet, Uvogin keeps talking about you."

Upon hearing his words, a hint of shame flashed in Netero's eyes.

"In that case, it is indeed my fault..."

At this moment, the Beans beside him quickly stepped forward, his eyes brimming with tears.

"President, you're finally awake!"

Netero smiled, his voice slightly hoarse.

"It seems my stubbornness... has put you under a lot of pressure again, Beans."

The Beans wiped away his tears and quickly said...

"I don't mind taking the pressure, but the Hunter Association... can't be without a president, Netero. Please don't do such dangerous things again!"

Upon hearing his words, Netero seemed to realize something, then smiled and nodded, his tone rather complicated.

"I understand. I'm afraid I'll never have the chance, or rather, the courage, to stand before such an enemy again."

"This battle made me realize the gap between myself and my opponent."

"At least... in my lifetime, I'm afraid I'll find it difficult to bridge that insurmountable gap..."

It was through this battle with Sashado... or rather, Sashado's Host Body, that Netero truly realized the gap in their strength and cultivation levels.

King of Radiance from thousands of years ago, the most brilliant and talented person in thousands of years...

As a Seeker of the Way, he was already content to have the opportunity to fight his opponent.

After this battle, Netero realized his own limitations.

Even in this era, he was already a dazzling Nen user among humans.

However, compared to the other side, it is still far from enough.

However, just as Netero was reflecting on this...

Through the gaps between Ian and the others, however, their gazes fell upon a cat that seemed to be idly wandering around the medical room, its hands clasped behind its back.

His previously embarrassed and ashamed expression suddenly froze.

Etc...

That was just now...

Suddenly, Netero's eyes widened sharply.

"That's...!!"

Everyone noticed the change in Netero's astonished expression and followed his gaze.

"Oh, it's Cat Teacher..."

Ian was also taken aback by Netero's reaction.

Upon seeing Cat Teacher, he waved his hand dismissively.

When a group of Nen users from the Hunter Association saw the cat float up, they were somewhat surprised, but not particularly surprised.

After all, if an animal possesses a special kind of Nen Ability, it's not impossible for it to have magical powers.

However, Netero's eyes widened.

He could sense that the other party wasn't using Nen Ability, or even a trace of Nen, but was simply floating quietly in the room.

Even though Cat Teacher is very small, in Netero's eyes...

The other side was like a mountain, an infinitely towering phantom that looked down on everything.

That's... a realm that only those who reach the pinnacle of Martial Arts can attain!

Even when facing Sashado alone, he had never felt such an unfathomable depth as an endless abyss.

"But it's not... a cat..."

"It's... Martial Arts..."

He didn't say the rest.

If the other party hadn't been a cat, Netero would have immediately wanted to call it the God of Martial Arts!

An unprecedented and stunning experience!

Netero, in particular, who comprehended the Bodhisattva's "compassion" through the daily practice of giving 10,000 Gratitude the Straight Punch, felt this intense Martial Arts realm even more deeply.

At this moment, seeing Netero's excited expression, Ian probably guessed the reason.

He turned his head and said to Cat Teacher.

"Hey, Cat Teacher, I think you two might have something in common to talk about. After all, Netero is also Seeker of the Way of the path of Martial Arts."

Upon hearing Ian's words, the Cat Teacher curled her lip.

But still, swishing its tail, it stood with its hands behind its back and slowly floated over, glancing sideways at Netero who was looking at it with an incredulous expression, and said calmly.

"Hey kid, did you understand?"

The moment the words left his mouth, everyone present was slightly taken aback.

They swallowed hard, their faces filled with disbelief.

I doubt anyone would believe this if it got out—a cat... actually called Netero... "kid!!"