Chapter 289: Kaizen's Nen Beast Combination Ability!

This situation was different from what Achilles had expected.

He couldn't help but feel a bit uneasy.

"Could something be wrong?"

"Decision to allow outsiders into the Land of Nirvana was too hasty."

"What exactly does he need the Zoldyck family for?"

"Who does he want to eliminate?"

The Zoldycks were assassins. Their greatest resource was their ability to kill.

"The current situation in the Kingdom of Fiora isn't that dire. Our main enemy is the remnants of the Taris Kingdom. But their numbers are few."

"The Mimbo Republic won't truly go to war with us. When two major powers clash, the impact on the world is too great. It's not like dealing with these small-time rebels from Taris."

"The other V5 nations wouldn't approve."

"Besides, there's that northern country rapidly increasing its strength—Kakin."

"It makes no sense for the Kingdom of Fiora and the Mimbo Republic to fight, only to give Kakin an opportunity to rise."

"A war between us would benefit only the bystanders and uninvolved nations. Unless the initiator can completely overtake the enemy, which, given the strength of both Fiora and Mimbo, is unlikely."

...

"Kaizen."

"Wendy."

The two sat on a nearby rock.

Ted, for once, was quiet. He closed his eyes, seemingly digesting his recent gains.

Half a day passed.

Finally, Roben emerged.

Achilles let out a breath of relief.

Roben's appearance meant he had gained something. Another half a day passed before Linco showed up.

The deadline for the token was approaching.

Achilles glanced at Kaizen.

Based on past experience, those who left Nirvana early usually gained the most. Unsurprisingly, Wendy had the greatest harvest—her token was unique.

Ted and Kaizen left at nearly the same time.

Only Roben and Linco had stayed longer.

Achilles turned to Roben.

'Kaizen is also a Nen user who follows the beast path. Maybe Roben was influenced by him.'

'Linco, raw talent isn't enough.'

Achilles spoke up. "The Nirvana Conference is over. I trust you've all gained something. I'll escort you out of the palace now. You're free to return."

"Yes, Achilles."

A group of six headed toward the palace's side entrance. The main gate remained closed.

Three cars waited outside.

"Kaizen, this one's ours."

Wendy led Kaizen to a car from the Dragon Dojo.

Ted called out. "Kaizen, when are we having our match?"

"Three days from now. I'll come to your Beast Dojo then."

"Alright, I'll be waiting."

Ted wanted to fight immediately, but knowing that both of them had just gained new insights, he held back. It would be better to refine their improvements first.

As the car pulled away, Wendy and Ted left.

Another car soon arrived to pick up Linco.

Linco wasn't part of the Three Dojos. Born into a noble family, he carried royal Fiora blood. He could've joined the Three Dojos, but he hadn't.

Return to the Dragon Dojo

Dominica was away.

A woman handed Kaizen a document. "Kaizen, Dominica-sama asked me to give this to you."

"Thank you."

Kaizen opened it.

Inside was Tessia's forged identity document. From this day forward, Tessia was no longer a citizen of the United States of Saherta but a recognized member of the Kingdom of Fiora—parentless, an orphan.

Few relatives, distant ones at that.

No one would question it.

As Kaizen entered the training hall, he saw Tessia practicing.

Her entire appearance had changed.

Her long white hair was tied back in a ponytail. She now had bangs in the front and wore a white training uniform. Even her demeanor had shifted—she now looked like a proper dojo apprentice, with no trace of her former self.

"Husband."

Kaizen handed her the document. "Tessia, from today, this is your new identity."

"Yes."

Wendy observed Tessia.

On the way to the second stage of the Nirvana Conference, Kaizen had explained Tessia's situation.

Wendy knew Tessia was an orphan.

And that she had been trafficked.

Being taken in by Kaizen was a stroke of luck for her.

Tessia turned to Wendy. "Are you also the wife Kaizen purchased?"

Kaizen twitched. "Tessia, don't say nonsense."

Wendy's face turned red.

"Wendy is my good friend. From now on, you can call her 'sister.'"

"Okay, I understand. I'm sorry."

Tessia lowered her head.

Kaizen noticed that despite her conditioning, Tessia still had moments of normal childlike behavior.

If they had fully trained her, she wouldn't have asked such questions.

This meant the traffickers' conditioning hadn't been completed.

Kaizen turned to Wendy. "Do you want to refine your gains first?"

Wendy nodded. "That's what I was thinking. I'll head to the training ground."

"Alright, I'll come by later."

Wendy left.

Boom!

The door shut behind her.

Kaizen turned to Tessia. "Keep training as I instructed. I have something to take care of."

"Okay."

Kaizen entered another room and closed the door.

Then, he focused his aura.

"Raiken."

"Akutagawa Ryunosuke."

Two figures materialized before him.

Their aura had noticeably strengthened since their time in the Land of Nirvana.

Their second gain was evident—the white bone masks they now wore.

This was the foundation of their combination ability.

"This… it looks somewhat similar to the Arrancar from Bleach."

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