Chapter 233

"Obtain a Hunter License first. Once you have it, I'll tell you what I want you to do."

Ron had an idea: he could have Sally go collect information on various special areas. Most of the intel Chii could obtain was online. Even if he formed an intelligence network, it would still have limitations. The Hunter Association's information would be a good supplement.

But Ron himself didn't have time to go, so he could send Sally. Gathering information about those places would allow Ron to pick the ones that suited his needs.

"Hunter Exam?"

Sally paused and then nodded. 

"Alright."

Last time, when Ron gave Juliana some suggestions, he had mentioned the Hunter Exam. At that time, Sally had asked briefly about it. 

The Hunter Association was a large-scale organization that covered the entire human world. Its management was relatively loose. Members of the association were called Hunters. Various commissions from the outside world were placed within the Hunter Association for members to accept. 

They also cooperated with national governments in many ways, but there was no mandatory requirement. Joining the Hunter Association didn't mean you had to take on these tasks. You could act entirely as you wished. They didn't even mind a member's identity too much. From Hisoka, Chrollo, and Shalnark all obtaining Hunter Licenses, it was evident.

Before long, Nina and Shizuku returned. 

When they saw Ron, they were delighted.

"Big Brother!" 

"Ron!"

Ron smiled. 

"Long time no see."

The four of them sat down on the sofa and chatted. Ron briefly described his recent experiences. Then Ron looked at Nina.

"Nina, do you have Selina's contact number?"

"Yes, I got it before."

Nina sent Selina's number to Ron by text. Ron nodded and dialed the number.

After more than ten seconds, the other side picked up.

"Hello?"

"This is Ron."

"Ron?"

"I need to talk to you about your sister, Juliana. Do you have time now?"

The other side was silent for a moment. 

"I do."

"Then come to the No. 3 Café on the 200th floor."

"Alright, I'll be right there."

Ron arrived at the No. 3 Café first. 

On the way, he submitted a match application at the front desk.

His main purpose in coming back to Heaven's Arena this time was precisely this match. After winning this match, Ron would have fought a total of nine battles—two forfeits and seven victories. Only three more wins to go before he could challenge a Floor Master.

By now, quite a few Floor Masters were paying attention to Ron. Unlike Juliana, who could earn the right to challenge a Floor Master but only barely, Ron was truly capable of defeating some Floor Masters. Moreover, Ron was a member of TST, which made some lower-ranked Floor Masters wary.

Before long, a young girl walked in. 

Ron waved.

"Over here."

The girl saw Ron, her pupils constricting slightly. She approached.

"Ron…senpai."

Selina wouldn't underestimate Ron just because he was young. In Heaven's Arena, only strength mattered. Ron was much stronger than Selina. Even Selina's sister, Juliana, wasn't Ron's opponent.

"You said it was about my sister?"

"When I was in the Taris Kingdom, I met your sister," Ron said. "Before she died, Juliana asked me to pass on a few words to you."

Selina's pupils shrank sharply. She stood up instinctively.

"My sister died? Who did it? Who is the killer?"

As she spoke, Selina's eyes began to turn red, and the look she gave Ron changed slightly.

"Calm down."

"I know you're angry, but don't let it consume you."

Ron said, "Your sister was killed by a Nen user in the Taris Kingdom. I won't discuss that now. First, let me tell you what your sister wanted me to say."

"Your sister told me to tell you three things: 

First, don't easily trust what others say. 

Second, don't seek revenge for her. 

Third, don't leave Heaven's Arena."

"That's all. I've delivered the message."

With that, Ron stood up.

"Ron…senpai, can you tell me the details?" Selina followed him.

"Sorry, I'm not obligated to."

Ron replied, "I had some connection with Juliana, so I helped her with this. But I'm not close to you. Also, one of Juliana's last requests was for you not to easily trust others. If I told you something now, how can you be sure it's true?"

Selina froze.

Ron walked out of the café. By the time Selina came to her senses, Ron was gone.

Confusion filled Selina's eyes.

"Sister…"

They shared the same blood, but the relationship between Juliana and Selina wasn't that close. They had chosen different paths long ago, and it had been a very long time since they last had a proper conversation. She had spoken more with strangers than with her own sister.

Yet there was still a sisterly bond. Otherwise, Juliana wouldn't have asked Ron to pass on her last words, and Selina wouldn't have thought of taking revenge upon hearing the news.

"Taris Kingdom? Where is that? Why would Sister die there?"

Selina wanted to find Ron and ask for details, but she didn't know where Ron had gone. Besides, just as Ron said, he wasn't obliged to tell her anything.

Back in her room, door closed, Selina buried her head in her knees and remained silent for a long time.

"Whoever could kill Sister must be incredibly strong. But Ron could come back alive, which proves that person wasn't able to kill Ron. If I want revenge for Sister, I'd need at least Ron's level of strength. 

Strength…strength is everything."

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t/n: Wait... don't tell me she will follow in her sister's footsteps? I hope not