The Hunter Association's Mourning and Honor, and a New Order

Three days later, at the Hunter Association headquarters in the Mitene Union, the entire city was shrouded in solemnity as Chairman Netero's funeral officially began. Professional Hunters, bounty hunters, and senior Association officials from across the world attended. A sea of white flowers carpeted the Association plaza, and every face bore grief and respect. A martial arts legend who had protected humanity for a century as chairman of the Hunter Association had sacrificed his life to detonate a Rose Bomb during the apocalyptic war against the Chimera Ants, securing humanity's final chance at survival. His sacrifice became the most heroic chapter in Hunter history. Dressed in a black suit, Lin Ye stood at the front of the funeral, with Gon, Killua, Kite, Morel, Knov, and the others beside him. Though he was now universally recognized as the Hunter Association's new chairman, he felt no joy. He simply gazed quietly at Netero's memorial portrait, the chairman's final words and resolute figure echoing in his mind. Chairman, rest assured. I will protect humanity's future, Lin Ye vowed silently. After the funeral, the Hunter Association's Supreme Council formally convened. Dozens of senior Association officials and elite Hunters gathered in the council chamber, every gaze fixed on Lin Ye. "Mr. Lin Ye, in the war against the Chimera Ants, you single-handedly killed all three Royal Guards, ended Meruem's threat, and saved humanity from annihilation. Your strength, resolve, and character more than qualify you to lead the Hunter Association!" A senior official rose and declared, "I propose that Mr. Lin Ye succeed Chairman Netero as the thirteenth chairman of the Hunter Association!" "I agree!" "I second the motion!" Every council member voiced their approval. Not a single objection was raised. Lin Ye's achievements had long since won over every Hunter. He was humanity's savior, indisputably