Choice X Fell Short of Expectations

Another direction from the city ruins.

Burolo Lev and Pakunoda ran silently outwards.

The two met while fleeing.

Pakunoda ran quickly outside, his mind racing, trying to process any unexpected events that might occur that night.

Unlike the other members, Pakunoda and Chrollo have known each other since childhood and have been extremely close friends since they were young.

She understands Chrollo better than the other members.

Everything Chrollo did tonight points to one problem. "Danger."

This could very well lead to the annihilation of the entire Phantom Troupe.

She spends far more time with the Chrollo than the other members; even when there are no missions, she's always by Chrollo's side.

She knew perfectly well that for Chrollo, the existence of the Phantom Troupe was far more important than him personally, and even more important than the members of the Phantom Troupe.

As long as the Phantom Troupe can continue, it doesn't matter if its members are replaced.

This includes the companions who originally formed the Phantom Troupe.

That includes himself as well.

But Pakunoda also knew that the Chrollo was extremely important to the other members.

The members can be divided into two factions.

The original companions who formed the Phantom Troupe with them, and the companions who joined later.

The later-joining companions had little connection with them, treating them merely as a criminal gang, and their ideologies were actually closer to Chrollo's.

However, Chrollo was extremely important to the original members who formed the Phantom Troupe; his existence determined the very existence of the Phantom Troupe.

While Chrollo would be willing to Sacrifice himself for the Phantom Troupe, it would be impossible for the other members.

Therefore, Pakunoda knew that even Chrollo might be in danger tonight.

The problem is, she can't offer any help.

She is a purely supportive member of the Phantom Troupe, primarily providing information resources and intelligence activities.

Next to him was Burolo Lev; it would have been better if it were someone else, because Burolo Lev had joined later and would only follow the Chrollo's orders.

If she can reunite with the other members and then find a way to take down one of the enemy members, she can use her Nen ability to obtain information.

Others probably think the same way.

However, given the current situation, the chances are slim. The best course of action is to escape and then reunite.

Just then, a breeze arose and swept towards them.

Burolo Lev, who was standing nearby, keenly sensed the movement of the wind. "Get out of the way!"

The two jumped apart.

With a roar, another Griffin landed at the same spot.

As the Griffin disappeared, two figures jumped down.

"Just as planned."

Goreinu looked at the two of them and muttered to himself,

Basho looked at the two of them and her gaze fell on Burolo Lev.

"Be careful, this guy covered in holes could very well be the enemy associated with that planet."

Although there are three Nen ability, they cannot be matched one-to-one, but we can make inferences.

The only one in the Dance of the Planets who might be related to dance is this guy covered in holes.

Because Pairo found information about the Dondon Tribe, a minority group strongly associated with dance.

"I hope we can both succeed, otherwise it would be too embarrassing."

"Goreinu said with a worried look on his face."

Hearing this, Basho didn't seem to care at all. "It'll definitely be fine. At worst, I'll just have to do some more intensive training. I can handle that."

"Hehe." Goreinu noncommittal.

Because of the information suppression brought about by prophecy, they are essentially able to choose their own opponents.

The two then chose the combination in front of them.

A pure support character plus a combat member, but this pure support character can't provide any help in combat.

Goreinu is a hybrid of a combatant and a support character who can provide extremely strong assistance in battle.

The Basho next to it can't be considered a pure combatant either; it's more like a jack-of-all-trades.

The combined strength of the two is definitely superior to that of the other.

The only question is, as a Burolo Lev, what exactly is the enemy like in combat?

Furthermore, the information about Nen ability was rather vague. All the escapees were surrounded and intercepted, and the separated members of the Phantom Troupe began to fight against the hunters who had chosen them.

Kurapika and Gowen stood side by side, watching the three people who had scattered in front of them.

They were facing the most powerful combination after being divided up.

The team consists of three combatants, one of whom can also provide control, support, and healing.

It can be described as extremely tricky.

Kurapika originally wanted to fight the three of them together with Pairo, but this suggestion was rejected by Uncle Kevin.

Because if that were the case, there would be no suspense.

When Pairo activates his Fiery Red Eye, his Nen ability has a "first-sight kill" effect; Kurapika can directly control him when he activates his Fiery Red Eye.

Moreover, it's a group control system.

The two worked together, and the hunt was over in no time.

Kevin's massive operation to apprehend and intercept this criminal gang wasn't just about seeking revenge.

This is a trial, and also a selection.

Those in charge of the battles were all trustworthy people from the Nosra Manor, and later, Kevin would entrust them with important responsibilities.

But in reality, Kevin had never witnessed their true abilities being demonstrated.

This is a good opportunity.

The combat members who were assigned to the positions understood this in their hearts.

"It seems we can't leave without killing both of you."

Nobunaga narrowed his eyes, his killing intent palpable.

The current situation suits him perfectly; he has no intention of escaping at all.

"Is it just the two of you? You're just here to die."

Phinks also cracked his knuckles, his expression fierce.

Machi remained calm and said, "There should only be the two of them, but there are others watching this area."

Hearing this, Phinks' expression turned even more ferocious. "Are you looking down on us?!"

Such arrogant behavior is truly contemptible.

"You villains will be executed today."

Gowen spoke, a Knight Greatsword appeared in his hands, which he gripped with both hands.

Kurapika took a deep breath, trying to suppress his emotions.

But he couldn't help asking, "Why?"

"What?"

"Why slaughter the Kurta Clan? Why harm my people for no reason?"

Kurapika couldn't understand it.

"Oh, you mean this? Because the Chrollo wants it."

Nobunaga stated it very directly.

"Just because of this? Just because of this, you want to slaughter the entire Kurta Clan?!"

Kurapika couldn't help but ask loudly, and the answer agitated him.

"Survival of the fittest, kid," Phinks said bluntly.

Machi spoke calmly, "It's a world of survival of the fittest. Your eyes are precious, and the Chrollo likes them very much. But you are too weak, and that's the reason."

"Suck"

Kurapika took a deep breath.

He gritted his teeth and let out a weak laugh.

"Ha, I was so stupid to actually expect to hear a normal answer from you."

Repent for your actions!

With that, Kurapika threw the Chain.

The Dowsing Chain flew to Nobunaga's face in the blink of an eye.

Wow, so fast!

Nobunaga couldn't help but marvel, but it was too late no matter how fast he was.

"Bang!"

A metallic clanging sound.

Nobunaga drew his sword with incredible speed; in a flash, the Piercing Chain that was heading straight for him was deflected by the blade.

Kurapika jumped backward, dodging the flying threads and pulling the Chain back.

As expected, Nobunaga, being Enhancement Type user, must have abilities related to swords.

Moreover, he can instantly deflect his own piercing attacks, his reaction speed is extremely fast.

The name "Piercing" indicates that Kurapika's index finger chain is extremely fast; the speed is determined by the rules Kurapika imposes on it.

But it was pushed aside.

In other words, Nobunaga's reaction speed when wielding a sword was faster than his actual speed, and stronger than his piercing speed.

In that case, not only would Piercing Chain be ineffective, but other Chain as well.

Because they can't touch each other.

Each of Kurapika's finger chains requires at least one finger to touch its target to function.

Gowen, standing nearby, brandished his greatsword and severed the incoming psychic threads.

Machi never intended to get close; instead, she used her silk threads to assist her companions' attacks.

From the very beginning of tonight's attack, she regarded her attackers as strong, at least as equals.

While her close-combat skills are not weak, she is not arrogant enough to believe she is powerful.

The main reason was that Kevin's performance had been so impactful.

People who lack confidence in their close-combat skills don't even consider closing the distance to attack.

But her silk threads were cut.

"My thoughts have been severed... This is troublesome."

Machi couldn't help but mutter to herself; her main ability was the Nen threads she could conjure.

Sharp, tough, precise, and also "invisible".

But if it can be severed, everything loses its meaning.

It is the Nen ability.

Hisoka revealed his Nen ability, and the other side sent someone specifically to deal with him.

Phinks had already rushed in front of Gowen, his arm spinning several times as he charged before crashing down.

"Bang!"

A loud crash.

Gowen raised his sword to block the attack, and his body remained completely still.

Seeing this, Phinks jumped back to create some distance.

Only four rotations are not enough to generate enough power.

The two sides were about to engage in battle, but after one round, they tacitly distanced themselves.

But that tacit understanding only lasted for a fleeting moment.

Almost immediately after the jump, Nobunaga and his companions switched opponents.

Nobunaga gripped his sword and charged at Gowen without hesitation, while Machi and Phinks immediately shifted their targets, heading straight for Kurapika.

Their goal is simple.

Phinks and Machi dealt with Kurapika and quickly defeated him.

Then Nobunaga stalled Gowen.

Both were swordsmen, and through the clash of their weapons, combined with Nobunaga's Nen ability, they were able to effectively hold their opponent back.

The main reason is that they all just witnessed Gowen easily severing the psychic threads.

I immediately realized the effect of the opponent's greatsword.

It's become clear now that both of them are Materialization Type.

In this situation, sending Machi to fight Gowen would be suicidal and a waste of manpower.

It would be better to send two people to quickly eliminate one opponent and gain a significant advantage. Their first advantage right now is that they have one more person than the opponent.

While Kurapika might not be able to do much against Nobunaga, what the three of them need now is to finish the battle quickly and escape. If they are all tied up, they will fall into the enemy's trap.

Nobunaga believed that they had chosen their opponent because of their numerical advantage.

Kurapika dodged the attacks of the threads, which had already covered him.

"We cannot allow the enemy to so easily weave a web on the battlefield."

Under Kevin's training, Kurapika is able to maintain "freeze" for a long time in battle, simply by reaching out and flicking his wrist.

The Judgment Chain shot straight through the gap towards Machi.

With another Chain, he swung it around, binding Phinks who had already charged forward; Finks's arms had already spun five times.

Phinks was instantly banned, and immediately shouted:

"The Middle Finger Chain can restrain people; don't get tied up!"

Machi dodged the flying Chain, her hands releasing silken threads that bound Chain in mid-air.

The capabilities of both Chain are now known.

One is extremely fast, another can suppress, so what about this one in front of us?

She had no intention of enduring it.

If each Chain has a specific ability, it's impossible to use all Chain simultaneously.

As expected, Kurapika did not use the new Chain again.

Otherwise, now is the best opportunity to take down Phinks.

One hand binds the Chain with silk thread, while the other hand swings forward.

Several more threads shot out.

Meanwhile, as Phinks struggled fiercely, the effect of the ban began to weaken and eventually disappeared.

Kurapika, who originally intended to attack him, was also affected by the flying threads.

"The time limit is limited, 2-3 seconds. Struggling should shorten it!"

Phinks reminded him, and the free-spirited body clenched its fist and slammed it down towards Kurapika.

Kurapika, who had already reached him, was slowed down by the threads, but he made no attempt to dodge, instead clenching his fist and charging forward.

A deafening roar followed, and shockwaves reverberated through the air.

The fist, which spun five times, was actually caught head-on by the opponent.

While looking on in surprise, Phinks swung his left hand and punched his opponent again from the side.

However, spinning wastes time, and Kurapika's right foot was faster, landing a direct hit on Phinks and sending him flying.

Fortunately, the kick wasn't powerful enough, Phinks landed on the ground after flying two or three meters, regaining his balance.

Kurapika immediately canceled his Nen ability and used it again, the Chain returning to his hands.

"Accumulating through rotation? What a stupid Nen ability."

Kurapika had already figured out Phinks' Nen ability; otherwise, he wouldn't have deliberately gone up to exchange punches with him.

"The spinning fist builds up energy when there is no attack, and there should be a time limit in between."

However, he felt that for Nen ability like this, the time limit in between should be quite long. At least in a battle, one rotation should be enough to accumulate energy until the punch is thrown.

In other words, Phinks' fighting style involves rotating his arms during combat to accumulate greater power.

Either find an opportunity to spin around and control the enemy before throwing a punch, or rotate your arm while dodging.

Kurapika was willing to accept the catch because Gowen caught him steadily even after his arm had spun around four times.

Kurapika didn't know the opponent's strength, but he knew Gowen's strength.

That's why I dared to test my opponent's strength by spinning five times.

He now has a general idea of what to expect.

After seven or more rotations, the force will likely exceed your tolerance limit, and even blocking will result in injury.

You absolutely cannot take a direct hit after ten or more laps, otherwise you will get injured and it will affect your combat operations.

Exceeding fifteen laps might render you incapable of fighting.

The threat was smaller than I imagined.

Kurapika doesn't believe he can make his opponent's arm spin more than seven times.

Unless Machi's strength is not as Hisoka described, and the opponent is hiding something, and is of the assassin type.

Otherwise, even if it's one against two, you'll still have an advantage.

If Fiery Red Eye.

The battle should be able to end quickly.

It's much weaker than I expected.