The player landscape at Rook Lake, Hisoka's watchful eye

After leaving Andochira Forest and crossing a plain covered in Nen flowers, the shores of Rook Lake finally came into view. It was the largest body of water in eastern Greed Island. Its surface was as clear as a mirror, reflecting the blue sky and white clouds, and pure, natural Nen flowed through its waters. Even the pebbles along the shore contained faint traces of aura. According to Greed Island's card catalog, card No. 025, Clear Lake Water, was hidden on the small island at the center of the lake. It could only be obtained by defeating the Nen Beast guarding the island. Dozens of players had already gathered on the shore, divided into several small groups that faced one another warily. Tension hung in the air. Greed Island's players generally fell into three categories: professional Hunters recruited by Battera to clear the game, solo players seeking rare cards, and raiders under Genthru the Bomber who made their living stealing other players' cards. The moment Lin Ye's group reached the shore, several hostile gazes locked onto them. "That's the rookie team that took down Paulie earlier!" "They actually took out one of Genthru's men? They've got some nerve!" "Don't mess with them. Genthru definitely won't let them off. Let's just wait and see." Hearing the whispers, Gon frowned. "Why is everyone avoiding us?" "Because they're afraid Genthru will retaliate, and even more afraid we'll steal their cards," Kurapika explained quietly. "On Greed Island, there are no permanent allies, only permanent interests." Lina spread her Star Silk Nen again and reported softly to Lin Ye, "Big brother, there are four player groups on the shore. Three belong to Battera, and the other is a group of solo players. Also, I've sensed some very strange Nen following us ever since we left