As the bells struck noon.
After leaving Knov's space, everyone hid beneath the stairs at the palace's main entrance. Above them was Youpi, who had been ordered to guard the spot and was yawning with boredom.
Clearly, Youpi was considerably easier to deal with than the other two. Shaiapouf and Neferpitou probably could not match him in raw strength.
But in intelligence, they outclassed him completely.
Youpi was the kind of brute with all muscle and no brains. Even simple tricks could send him running in circles.
Everyone knew exactly what to do.
Knuckle crouched down. Taking the hint without a word, Merion climbed onto his back and hooked both arms around his neck.
He also clamped his legs tightly around Knuckle's waist to keep himself from falling off.
Once Merion had settled into position, Knuckle stood up. With his muscular build, carrying Merion was effortless.
On Knuckle's back, Merion puffed out his chest and drew in a deep breath, then held it tightly. Soon, his figure began fading from everyone's sight.
Knuckle, who was carrying him, also vanished at a visible rate.
This was Merion's Nen Ability, [Proof of the Absent God]. As long as he held his breath, he could remain invisible, along with anyone touching him.
As the noon bell rang for the third time, everyone exchanged a glance and rushed forward together. Their move was so sudden.
Youpi, who had been sitting on the steps, failed to react at first.
Only when the group appeared before him did he snap out of it, baring his huge teeth in excitement.
With Youpi's attention drawn to Gon and the others.
Ikalgo seized the opportunity to run toward the Cellar. His goal was to find Palm.
The instant Killua saw Youpi, he could not help being startled. By all