We Can't Live Without You!

As soon as Pariston entered, he directly put the difficult issue that the Zodiacs were currently discussing out in the open. 

It can be said that there was no room for maneuver or any space left for ambiguity. 

Even Chairman Netero, who seemed to agree with it, nodded as if it were only natural: "That's right, I'm here to handle the resignation procedures as the Chairman of the Hunter Association."

As soon as these words were spoken, the entire meeting room suddenly became quite unsettled.

"Chairman..."

Ginta sniffed and tears started welling up in his eyes: "Can you not leave!!"

"Please don't abandon us, you can't leave, woo!!"

Ginta was about to burst into tears again: "We can't bear to part with you, we can't live without you!!"

"Hohoho, I'm reluctant to leave you too, Ginta..."

Netero symbolically stroked his beard with one hand and wiped away a tear with the other.

"Since you're also reluctant to leave, then don't go, Chairman!!"

"No, I still have to go!"

Netero immediately ended the conversation, hands tucked into his sleeves, his expression light and calm: "This is non-negotiable."

Ginta and the other Zodiacs: "..."

Chairman, don't you think the speed of your mood change is a little too fast?!

It can only be said that it's no surprise since it's Chairman Netero…

"But Chairman..."

The same straightforward 

Botobai pressed his hands on the table and stared intently at Netero: "Why suddenly resign?!"

"You didn't even give us any time to prepare..."

"And what exactly is the reason? Why don't you even want to be the Chairman of the Hunter Association anymore?"

This question was not only something Botobai wanted to know, but also the answer the other Zodiacs wanted to hear.

For a moment, everyone's gaze focused on Netero's face.

"Well, how should I put it?"

Netero thought for a moment, his eyes looking around.

Seeing this, even Mr. Bean behind him wanted to cover his face.

"The Chairman must be thinking of finding a barely acceptable reason..."

As Netero's secretary and assistant for many years, Mr. Bean was very familiar with Netero's little tricks.

"Well, it's like this."

Eventually, it seemed that Netero had come up with a reason, and he gave an explanation that was so reasonable it couldn't be argued with: "I'm getting old, lacking energy, and I'm tired. So, I'm thinking of retiring and resting for a while."

Netero calmly said these typical words that ordinary employees in regular companies might use.

However, after he gave these reasons, the Zodiacs fell silent.

"Chairman, you say you're tired and lacking energy? That's impossible..."

Kanzai laughed dryly: "This joke of yours isn't funny at all... Not at all..."

His voice gradually faded, and the entire meeting room fell silent, with no one else making a sound.

Only Netero's calm, slightly smiling eyes swept over the entire room.

When his gaze passed over, everyone realized something.

Chairman Netero was not joking.

"Speaking of which, I'm already over a hundred years old."

He said leisurely, bringing up the topic.

When people talk about their age, it usually signifies a moment of reflection or indicates that their body or mind has entered the stage of aging.

Even the former most powerful Nen user in the world, Isaac Netero, was not exempt from this.

He had finally started feeling the signs of aging.

"According to the normal retirement age of sixty, I should have retired long ago."

"And now, I'm almost double that age."

"I've missed out on several decades of retirement pay, hohoho."

Netero laughed, but no one else joined in.

The other Zodiacs, either like Kanzai and Cluck, lowered their heads in silence, or like Mizaistom Nana and Botobai, closed their eyes in silence.

Cheadle Yorkshire, sighed imperceptibly while Ginta was sniffling quietly, while Gel turned her head to the side, and Sachu Kobayakawa looked sad.

Even the somewhat scheming Pyon showed a somber expression, and Saiyu pressed his lips together.

Clearly, Netero's words had struck a chord with them.

Their emotions had been greatly moved by what Netero said.

Only one person…

"Indeed, Chairman Netero, after working so hard for so many years, it's really time for you to rest properly."

A voice, seemingly full of sympathy, echoed.

Clap, clap, clap.

It was Pariston who sat at the seat next to Netero. He was lightly clapping his hands, completely ignoring the murderous stares coming from the other Zodiacs.

He continued to wear a gentle smile, which, while looking polite, was actually repugnant and nauseating.

"Chairman Netero, you've worked diligently, tirelessly, and with great dedication for the Hunter Association for so many years. It's truly not easy..."

Pariston said with a deep sigh.

"Your efforts, will, and spirit have deeply inspired and moved us."

Pariston continued, speaking grandly: "You've shown us how to be a qualified hunter."

"How to be a qualified high-level hunter and work for the benefit of other hunters..."

"I feel that being by your side, I've learned so much and truly understand how difficult and challenging your work has been..."

Pariston continued his performance.