Just as Expected of You

The characteristics that Long exhibits are too comprehensive, not just a single quality.

Prophets and the ability to foresee fate are all abilities... but Oboro's Nen is not like that.

Since it's not an ability, then it must be a 'characteristic'.

The only thing that Jin could associate with this characteristic was the Dark Continent.

After all, that land is full of the unknown and things that seem to defy common sense.

Oboro was endowed with certain characteristics, which may be innate or acquired... but most likely not something that the human world can possess.

Jin did not not expect it; it was other people's Nen that helped Oboro achieve this. However, the scope of the involvement and impact was too large, and if it was an ability, there would inevitably be limitations.

It might require contact with the target, or at the very least, collecting their personal information. If that happens, they will definitely notice.

The president, him, Biscuit, Pariston ... Oboro might be able to fool one person without making a sound, but he definitely can't fool everyone.

He had never even met Long, and his whereabouts over the years had been completely unknown.

Moreover, this Nen is related to 'foreseeing destiny,' and the difficulty of developing it is unimaginable.

In short, considering all these factors, this is not something that can be done by humans.

"Also... he probably has designs on the Association. We absolutely cannot let someone like him take power. He's full of uncertainties and is driven by his own will, disregarding everything else. The old man probably realized this too... Fortunately, as long as the old man is around, he can be kept under some control. For the time being, he's still safe... I don't want to be enemies with this kind of guy; it's too much trouble."

In the mid lane of the game, Jin burst out of the bushes in the river and effortlessly killed the enemy hero who was completely unaware of the danger, turning him into a stream of data that dissipated. His real body was teleported back to the fountain, while his phantom-like corpse lay on the spot.

Jin reloaded the bullets, muttering to himself.

"Sharp!"

His teammates, who were also gang members in Jin's group, gasped in surprise as they saw their comrade suddenly appear.

He couldn't help but give a thumbs up and praise her.

Then, upon seeing the rank number on the gold head, he was immediately stunned.

"You... how come you're already at level 6? That's higher than me..."

The man's mouth dropped open.

The latter is only level 4.

Jin glanced at him, too lazy to explain, and ran away quickly.

"Wait... teach me how to level up..."

Unexpectedly, his teammates caught up from behind, ignoring even the minion wave.

"..."

Jin was speechless for a moment, and immediately told him to return to his original position. He then used mental communication, or team voice chat, to tell the others the detailed gameplay he had observed.

Long waited in the lobby outside the game until it got dark.

The gold still hasn't come out...

Long asked the manager and found out that... this guy had been leading a makeshift team to play games and hadn't lost since the first match, achieving a twelve-game winning streak.

Moreover, the games ended very quickly, making them absolute stomp matches.

"If this continues, he'll be able to start playing ranked matches in just a few days... This speed far exceeds our initial estimates," the manager said in disbelief.

"It's alright, let him play..."

Oboro Ichiraku.

This is game addiction...

However, the game emphasizes competition, and simply stomping on weaker opponents is not very interesting... I estimate that Jin's enthusiasm will soon fade.

What he needs is a battle between high-level players.

The level of a gangster Nen user is clearly insufficient for Gin's needs.

He is not a good match for her either.

Jin was full of energy and didn't finally log out of the game until the next morning, when he was teleported back to the lobby.

"How about it?"

Long glanced at the smiling man.

"The content is simple and easy to pick up... but the gameplay is far from boring. The fun doesn't come from the game itself, but from the player. In this respect, it surpasses Greed Island. Of course, it also has its shortcomings; there are many aspects that could be enriched..."

Jin laughed.

"The rest is up to you. The official opening date is nine months from now."

"What you want me to do isn't the game content itself, but rather how to use this game to further satisfy your gains within the 'Player Agreement,' right?"

"Don't tell me you'll feel guilty."

"Long said calmly."

"Of course not. Even if your purpose is laid bare, I think... a large number of players will still flock to it. They're after profit, and so are you... it's fair." Jin spoke the truth.

His winning streak also earned him a lot of money.

There was nothing about these gangster Nen user that he valued.

Only the Jenie has any value...

He was more interested in enjoying the game.

"However, I have one additional requirement," Jin suddenly said, holding up a finger.

Long smiled and nodded.

"First, during the closed beta, I have the authority to invite people other than gangsters to the game."

"Someone from the Association, right? Pariston?"

Long exposed, "It's not very meaningful... I dared to let you into the game because I wasn't worried about the consequences. You are the same, and so is Pariston. Using him to control me is a complete waste of time... Besides, he's not just watching me, he's watching you too! Why bother getting himself into this mess and having trouble getting out of it just to drag me in?"

"I simply want them to experience the fun of your game... I believe your game content can be helpful for the growth of Nen user." Kim's expression remained unchanged.

"It seems... you consider me a greater potential threat than Pariston..." Oboro's smile held a hint of amusement.

He replied, "Okay, I agree. I'll have someone contact the Association and get all Zodiacs here... and the president too."

Upon hearing that the chairman was also included, Kim's eyes flashed.

A very clever handling.

As expected... it won't be that easy to restrain him.

"Secondly, I need to know the real purpose behind your agreement! If I'm not mistaken, you... shouldn't be able to enter the game right now, right? Otherwise, you wouldn't be waiting for me here..." Jin said.

"You've already guessed the purpose, so why ask me... As you think, it's to one day travel to the Dark Continent." Oboro's words were very cryptic.

That is indeed the answer.

"Really."

Jin pressed his hand to his hat and sighed, "It has to do with ability..."

"Deal reached."

Long continued, "Besides the game content, I hope you can protect the safety of this island as much as possible in the next few months. You probably guessed it... This island is very important to me right now. I need to rely on it to accomplish some things. You can use your means to take some measures to maintain the stability of the Association, or more directly sanction me, or even set up some traps and plans for me, it's all fine."

Oboro had already figured out Jin's intentions.

It's nothing more than slowing down his 'advance'... Jin believes that he will reach the Dark Continent faster than outsiders think! The chain reaction that this will trigger... is unimaginable.

He couldn't directly stop Oboro, so he could only resort to this method.

"If something goes wrong, you know what the consequences will be..."

"Oboro said."

"I've already signed that agreement, it seems there's no going back now..."

Jin pretended to ignore Long's threat and smiled.

They were both threatening each other; one was using the game as leverage, and the other was using their family.

Nobody dares to take the risk.

This is unavoidable... In order to get off the machine faster, Oboro must use gold.

Ging Freecss, who doesn't even care about Pariston, suddenly becomes interested in Hero Island and is even willing to get involved himself... Actually, it's all for Oboro!

He felt that Oboro was in great danger... possibly more serious than the chairman had assessed.

Kim believes he is in a disadvantageous position.

Because... Oboro might be familiar with everything about him, while he doesn't know much about Oboro yet, so the only place he can make a move is through the game.

With the old man present, both sides had no choice but to play their cards openly on the table.

They are not hostile or have become enemies; they are simply... leaving themselves or the future with a backup plan.

Immediately afterwards, Oboro left, watching Kin see him off.

Upon arriving at the beach, Oboro immediately instructed Mondel: "As I said, send invitations to the Zodiacs in the name of the Fills Family. However... remember, once Pariston enters the game, ban his account immediately."

After speaking, Long revealed a cold smile.

"Clear."

Mondel responded.

"Hehe..."

Ging Freecss is really going all out to keep him in check.

This must be the first time since he joined the Association that someone has taken him so seriously; even Netero hasn't done that.

But it's not surprising.

Ging Freecss, you truly live up to your reputation.