Chapter 128: Hisoka's calculations × Gerat's composure
After dealing with Atikem, Joey did not approach Gerat's position. Instead, he turned and disappeared into the chaotic crowd.
Dozens of spectators had died since the match began, but plenty remained on the other side of the stands.
The commentator happened to be there, too, and she spoke excitedly. "The audience is in utter chaos, and the referee is dead! What an incredible turn of events!
"Everyone, please remain calm and act sensibly. Crowding around the exits is extremely dangerous.
"Remember, after Hisoka and Chrollo began fighting, another force attacked Mr. Gerat, the arena's manager. Mr. Gerat has yet to leave, and the assassin has not been caught. Leaving recklessly will only make you targets for the attacker!
"Also, those spectators who have rushed into the ring, please remain as rational as possible! Above all, don't let anyone goad you into attacking Hisoka. That is extremely dangerous."
Joey found this somewhat amusing. These members' enthusiasm for fighting matches really was beyond his understanding.
The arena's slow response also far exceeded his expectations.
Of course, given Hisoka's and Chrollo's abilities, expecting ordinary arena guards to persuade or stop them was unrealistic.
With that thought, Joey took a phone from his coat. He activated Gold Experience, and the phone swiftly became a bird that spread its wings and flew toward Hisoka.
But before the bird could approach, a severed head struck it.
Clearly, that was Hisoka's answer.
This battle was a one-on-one fight between him and Chrollo. He could use everyone and everything in the arena as tools, but he would not cooperate with anyone, because that would only halve his pleasure.
In fact, Hisoka had recognized Joey when the swarm of ladybugs made its conspicuous charge toward Gerat.
After all, according to Illumi, the