Rules X Navigating the Labyrinth

Kevin's appearance gave the candidates present a bit of a shock.

Monsters that look dangerous at first glance have been beaten so badly they're embedded in the ground; it seems like defeating them wasn't that difficult.

Almost all the candidates felt extremely tense at that moment.

They had just finished listening to Pakunoda's horrified description of the area when Kevin immediately showed up to give his own account.

That exaggerated bull-headed monster was undoubtedly one of the creatures in the Labyrinth.

So, are all the monsters in that Labyrinth this type?

Their exam was held inside this Labyrinth.

Involuntarily, the words that Pakunoda had just spoken came to mind: the King had sent the warrior through the Labyrinth.

Could it be... no way?

Many of the test takers had turned very pale.

Because this is too outrageous.

How much better are people in modern society than people in ancient times?

Its main strength lies in its understanding of the world and its use of high-tech tools.

But now, they are not necessarily much better than people in ancient times.

So, are they supposed to navigate this Labyrinth like in ancient legends?

Just thinking about it makes my heart pound with fear.

Kevin looked at the solemn faces of the examinees, nodded with great satisfaction, and revealed a bright smile.

He said in a calm tone, "Then, all candidates, please follow me. This is not the place where it officially begins yet."

With that, he walked forward on his own.

The candidates had no choice but to disembark and take the opportunity to observe their surroundings.

Men Qi and the others lagged behind.

Netero also smiled, amusement on his face.

I'm getting more and more excited!

In the Hunter Exam, there have been sessions of similar difficulty before.

The reason they agreed to Kevin choosing this location was because Kevin had already cleared out the creatures inside the Labyrinth.

Otherwise, even the easygoing Netero would have stopped this behavior, because it was tantamount to sending the candidates to their deaths.

Without Nen ability, ordinary test takers have absolutely no chance of survival.

Kevin has already cleaned it once.

There were nine other examinees present who were Nen user, and Netero could tell at a glance that all nine of them were skilled Nen user.

It can be said that this is a rare high-quality test in the history of Hunter Exam.

Kevin had already cleared the area once, so navigating the Labyrinth would be much easier for these candidates than they had imagined.

Netero wondered how Kevin would maintain fairness.

After all, Kevin was different from other Hunter x Hunter; he was too "ordinary."

Kevin will consider matters that other examiners won't concern themselves with.

"What a big change!"

Netero sighed inexplicably.

This caused Lieber, who was following beside him, to turn around and glance at him, his eyes filled with doubt.

"I personally tested him during the Hunter Exam a few years ago; back then, he was still very inexperienced."

It was precisely because Kevin's transformation was so dramatic that Netero couldn't help but marvel.

How long has it been since we've seen this rate of growth?

No, it seems I've never seen them before.

In terms of physical foundation, he has already surpassed him now, even though he is now old and frail.

But that's not a level that a normal person can achieve.

"I'm really looking forward to it."

Netero muttered to himself as he climbed up.

The group walked through the dark woods, and as the trees thinned out, the area ahead became open.

One step forward, and everything becomes clear.

What comes into view is a towering stone wall, with a smooth cut and a height of more than 20 meters, stretching all the way to the end of the field of vision.

Before them stood a heavy the Gate, with a huge bull's head sculpture carved in the Gate center.

The Gate had already been opened, and judging from the marks on it, the minotaur had just rushed out from inside.

The candidates peered through the crack in the open door.

It was pitch black, yet one could sense a malevolent gaze emanating from that darkness.

It wasn't just one or two lines, but many.

These stares felt like needles pricking them, sending chills down the spines of some of the test-takers.

"This is Labyrinth Island, the ancient testing ground for heroes. Anyone who can successfully traverse the Labyrinth can become an ancient warrior. Although Hunter x Hunter are not the same as warriors, the privileges Hunter x Hunter enjoy in ancient times were almost equivalent to those of a warrior."

As he spoke, Kevin turned around and looked at everyone with a smile.

"Therefore, those of you who wish to become Hunter x Hunter must first become warriors."

Looking at the hesitant expressions on some people's faces, it seemed like they wanted to say something but couldn't.

Kevin smiled and held up one finger.

"Of course, you don't need to worry. After all, I'm not some kind of devil. You're here to take an exam, not to die."

As he spoke, Kevin turned to the side and gestured towards the crack in the door.

"So, some of the creatures inside that I felt you shouldn't have to deal with have been cleared out by me. To be honest, the environment inside is much safer now."

"I think this is completely within your capabilities, and may even make you feel somewhat relieved."

As Kevin spoke, his gaze swept over Kurapika, Hisoka, and the others from the Food Village.

"Now, let me tell you the rules of the exam. To pass this test, you only need to go through this crack in the door."

Then you can exit through the exit.

However, it seemed that this was not the end of it; Kevin touched his chin.

He said with a hint of regret, "But I didn't stop myself earlier. There were too many stupid monsters, and their aggression was too strong, so I had to kill some of them that could have survived."

"What a pity, it greatly reduced the difficulty of the mission, which is completely contrary to my expectations."

No one answered him.

The test takers were all numb.

So that's not all, right?

What does it mean to eliminate harmful creatures? The gazes coming from inside are enough to skin them alive.

But now that Kevin is the examiner, they can't say anything and can only obediently keep quiet and endure their inner torment.

Men Qi couldn't help but slap her own head. What more could she want if this wasn't enough?

To be honest, in Men Qi's opinion, the current level of difficulty is already quite high.

"Let's talk about you guys first. Come out here."

Kevin pointed to the Nen user present.

Kurapika and the other nine Nen user had no choice but to leave the crowd.

It was immediately clear to the candidates that Kevin had chosen the most outstanding person among them.

"You guys are being too relaxed, which makes me unhappy. So I've decided to make things a bit harder for you. You're treasure hunters, and I've hidden some treasures inside. You need to bring the treasures to the exit to complete the test."

This unfair treatment should have drawn opposition from these individuals, but they all surprisingly remained silent.

This situation left the candidates watching from the sidelines somewhat bewildered.

Are all people this good-tempered?

Am I really that weak?

Kevin's behavior immediately provoked Qi to step forward, who said with great dissatisfaction.

He felt looked down upon.

Melusina and her group were one thing, but the people from the Food Village, in his eyes, were like weaklings with no threat whatsoever, yet they were specifically singled out.

Gon also frowned and took a step.

"What are you doing, Gon? This is a good thing!" Leorio tried to pull Gon back, but he was too slow. Some of the more proud examinees frowned.

While their opponents may indeed be stronger than them, there's no need to specifically assign them different levels of difficulty.

They felt that Kevin's behavior was somewhat insulting.

"You guys seem pretty unconvinced."

Kevin said with a smile, then his expression turned cold as he looked at the remaining candidates.

"If you're not convinced, try taking another step forward."

"Boom!"

These words were like thunderclaps in the ears of non- Nen user test takers.

The candidates held their breath almost simultaneously. They felt the air around them freeze, as if something was pressing down on them, rendering their bodies immobile and unable to move.

It wasn't that someone was controlling them; it was an instinctive fear.

Such fear rendered them unable to move an inch.

Kevin just stood there watching them.

However, these candidates who lack Nen ability couldn't even take a single step.

Talented and arrogant individuals like Qi and Gon were already sweating profusely, yet still unable to take a single step.

"It seems you all have no objections, so it's decided then."

Until the momentum subsided.

Some candidates suddenly knelt on the ground, panting heavily, their foreheads dripping with sweat.

Once everything has recovered.

Nobody brought it up anymore.

Anyone with even a little willpower could feel it; Kevin's aura was directed at everyone, but the nine people next to him seemed completely unaffected.

Is there a time limit?

With great difficulty, Pakunoda managed to ask her last question.

"No, but to encourage you to progress more actively, I will send out some pursuers to put a little pressure on you from behind."

"If you stay still and can't handle the pressure, you might fail."

After saying that, Kevin didn't say anything more.

"Let's begin the exam. Following the order of the previous exams, those who pass first will go first."

Following Kevin's rules, the candidates went in one by one.

Until the last person stepped in.

A phantom snake head coiled around Kevin's shoulder.

"Go, go and cause trouble for those guys, but keep it low-key, just scare them a little."

Kevin grinned wickedly. Little Wang nodded, and after being fed two Resentment Bullets, he disappeared from the spot.

"Hey! Why did you put that thing in there?!"

Then came Men Qi's scream from behind.

Men Qi rushed over immediately, and it looked like she even wanted to give Kevin a flying kick.

Letting Little Wang go was really going too far.

"What does it matter? Didn't I already say? It's just to scare her."

"She's gone from your side, can you really control her?" Men Qi asked loudly.

She was also a member of the Nosra Manor, so she naturally knew Little Wang, after all, she had fought against his clan a few years ago.

She was well aware of the dangers this thing posed Kevin simply led her into the Labyrinth.

If things get out of control, even by the slightest bit, none of the creatures in the Labyrinth will survive.

At this point, Men Qi couldn't help but turn to look at Netero, hoping Netero could give her some advice.

But clearly, Netero disappointed him.

The old man simply stared at the spot where Little Wang had disappeared, a very curious smile on his face.

"This is getting more and more interesting."

You lecherous old man!

Unable to contain herself any longer, Men Qi couldn't help but burst into a tirade.

"Alright, Men Qi, Kevin won't let the examinees die for no reason."

Buhaci spoke up for Kevin, though he also felt that Kevin's actions had been a bit too risky.

However, Kevin clearly didn't care; while others didn't believe in Little Wang, he certainly did.

First and foremost, the most basic point is that, apart from Melusina, the power provided by the other people's physiques is too little for Little Wang.

The desire to take action wasted no time.

If you scare her or play with her a little, she might actually be more interested.

But that's not all.

In front of everyone, Kevin began to condense his Nen Aura, slowly forming a human shape.

This humanoid figure was formed from Nen Aura, its form indistinct. Although it didn't use any [concealment] techniques, it was still easily identifiable to non- Nen user.

It's still difficult to detect.

Add to that the Resentment slowly enveloping him, and this thing would be incredibly stressful for ordinary people, potentially even crushing their spirits.

"Let's go after those non- Nen ability test takers; that should put enough pressure on them."

Kevin smiled and waved.

The Nen Aura puppet entered the Labyrinth.

"They're really unlucky to be able to take your exam."

Men Qi couldn't help but complain.

The other examiners nodded in agreement.

After all, under normal circumstances, examiners wouldn't be considered perfunctory in their exams, but they certainly wouldn't go to such lengths.

Kevin seems to be going a little too far, but that's not a good thing for the test takers because he's finding new ways to torture them.

What terrible luck!

"Alright, stop gossiping here and come with me to the stands."

After all, this is Labyrinth built by ancient emperors, so it must have certain viewing conditions.

The group arrived at the very center of the Labyrinth, where a High Tower stood, clearly visible once Labyrinth.

The unique structure at the top of the High Tower allows people at the top to see every corner of the Labyrinth from different directions.

In the center of the top room, a sand table map of the Labyrinth was thoughtfully placed.

"Hmm?" Lieber looked puzzled and turned to ask, "How come they're all scattered across different parts of the Labyrinth all of a sudden?"

Before Kevin could answer, Satotz said, "This is, after all, Demonic Realm Labyrinth and an ancient Ruins. To be able to build a place like this..."

Many members of the royal family at that time also possessed Nen ability.

The original structure and the God Text " meant that those who entered through the entrance would appear in various parts of the Labyrinth in complete darkness after entering.

This kind of construction should theoretically wear down and become ineffective over time, but too many trials have been conducted here.

Many exceptionally talented individuals have also died here, and these Resentment have collectively shaped this place.

Otherwise, this place wouldn't have become Demonic Realm.

"I never imagined Mr. Kevin had such expertise in the God Text' and Succession Ceremony, transforming this place like this."

Men Qi and Xiahara also turned around, looking somewhat curious.

What do you mean by that?

Satotz pointed to the Labyrinth below.

When I learned that I was going to come to Labyrinth Island, I actually thought that this kind of test was a bit too outrageous and willful.

"You may not know this, but the deeper reason why this place has become Demonic Realm is that once ships get close to a certain range, they will get lost and then be guided by the moon to land on an island. Once on the island, they will be tricked into entering Labyrinth."

"The Resentment within the Labyrinth will devour all hope; this is the epitome of the emperor's tyranny, where no warriors are born, so there is no way to survive."

But what they are seeing now is clearly not the case.

In other words, Kevin not only cleared out the monsters in the Labyrinth, but also eliminated the root cause of why this place had become Demonic Realm.

In other words, this guy solved a Demonic Realm while setting up the exam venue.

Facing the glare of the crowd, Kevin simply smiled calmly.

Hmph, it was nothing.