The Twelve Zodiac Signs – Tiger of the Zodiac

In this world, the map is divided into six continents.

Although there are hundreds of countries, only five nations truly represent the six continents. These five nations are:

The Ochema Federation

The Begrose United Nations

The Saheerta Union

The Mingbo Republic

And the Guganyu Kingdom, which is where Moro was heading.

These five world powers are referred to as V5, wielding absolute influence in international affairs and holding the power to shape the global order.

In the face of the strength of these global superpowers, even the world's most powerful Nen users appear as insignificant as the moon to the stars, or an elephant to an ant.

From the names of these V5 nations alone, one can discern key differences:

The first four nations have adopted democratic systems, while the Guganyu Kingdom still upholds a monarchy.

For Moro, the Guganyu Kingdom exudes a kind of indescribable mystical aura, distinctly different from modern society.

To be more precise, the world of Hunter x Hunter is a place that accommodates a bizarre and diverse worldview.

In this world, you can see skyscrapers born of industrial civilization, as well as quaint villages that live in harmony with nature.

You can encounter soldiers armed with sophisticated firearms, alongside armored knights wielding swords and shields.

Here, modern civilization and ancient cultures coexist.

You can witness airships carving paths through the sky, as well as endless demon realms and mysterious domains.

You can even come across the infamous Zoldyck family of assassins—recognized as part of a legitimate, tax-paying profession.

Simply put—

Anything you might consider strange or fantastical could very well be ordinary in this world.

So when Moro came across a travel brochure for the Guganyu Kingdom while waiting in the airport lounge, mentioning how the royal family could execute civilians on the spot for crimes of blasphemy, he was not surprised.

After closing the brochure, Moro did not return it to the rack but instead kept it close, intending to read it later while aboard the airship.

As a Nen user, Moro was considered a being akin to a superhuman in the eyes of ordinary people.

However, in the face of these powerful nations, he was still but a speck of dust. This was why he had to follow the rules and laws set forth by these world powers.

Even Netero, a renowned and powerful figure, was no exception to this.

Of course, there were exceptions—such as the Phantom Troupe.

This group dared to tear apart what little dignity remained of the Navis nation—a "starving camel that was still bigger than a horse." What wouldn't they dare to do?

In the eyes of the Phantom Troupe, laws and regulations were nothing more than ornaments.

To outsiders unaware of the full story, it was impossible to comprehend the Troupe's audacity.

Yet, this S-rank criminal organization continued to stand tall.

Was it sheer luck, a miracle, or pure strength?

No one could say for sure.

What was certain was this—

This group of criminals, all claiming to hail from Meteor City, frequently captured the world's attention, leaving a lingering sense of awe and fear toward their birthplace.

Ten minutes later

Moro boarded the airship.

This luxury airship, intended for civilian use, was larger than standard airships.

The airship had two levels.

Apart from the cockpit, the layout was circular.

The central area housed passenger rooms and amenities such as dining areas and bars, which were surrounded by a corridor lined with observation windows. On the outermost ring were several open-air observation decks.

The VIP cabins and the cockpit were located on the upper level.

In terms of privacy and spaciousness, the VIP cabins offered unrivaled comfort—though at an equally high price.

Moro reserved three adjacent VIP rooms. After boarding, he planned to head straight to his room and remain there until the airship reached its destination.

At this moment, the boarding area was bustling with passengers.

Dressed in all black, Moro had no intention of mingling. Instead, he stood in an inconspicuous corner, waiting for the crowd to disperse.

As he waited, his gaze habitually swept over the crowd and suddenly paused, focusing on the end of the boarding line.

There, three people stood.

The person in the middle wore loose clothing, a hat, sunglasses, and a mask—though it was faintly evident she was a woman.

The other two were quite different in appearance.

One was tall and muscular, at least two meters in height, wearing a black suit reminiscent of a bodyguard's uniform. Her face was rugged, and her hair was braided, but her features clearly indicated she was also a woman.

The other person, in contrast, was much smaller in stature.

This individual had spiky, black-and-yellow hair tied into a braid at the back that resembled a tiger's tail. His attire was a sporty black-and-yellow outfit, and the most eye-catching feature was the large "寅" (Tiger) character on his shoulder.

The two were clearly positioned to protect the heavily disguised woman.

However, what drew Moro's attention was not the woman's unusual attire but the spiky-haired man acting as her bodyguard.

"Tiger of the Zodiac…"

From the man's distinctive appearance and attire, Moro instantly recognized his identity and recalled his profession—

A treasure hunter and bodyguard.

It appeared that he had accepted a bodyguarding commission.

Moro's gaze briefly swept over the heavily disguised woman before he quickly retracted it.

Even though his gaze lingered for less than two seconds and passed through the bustling crowd, the "Tiger" Kang still noticed it.

He openly scrutinized Moro, his attention mainly focused on the faint, smoke-like aura naturally emanating from Moro's head—similar to that of the other passengers.

"He's a Nen user…"

Although Moro's disguise appeared completely natural, it was useless before Kang's sharp eyes.

As a professional hunter and bodyguard, keen observation was a fundamental skill.

The other members of the Twelve Zodiac Signs often mocked Kang's lack of cultural sophistication, but they never doubted his ability to assess people.

Kang could immediately see through Moro's concealment and discern that Moro's gaze carried no hostility—only curiosity.

Nevertheless, Kang mentally placed Moro on his watchlist.

"Is that guy suspicious?"

The burly female bodyguard—also a Nen user—noticed Moro but failed to detect his aura.

However, she trusted that Kang had a reason for watching him so intently. She lowered her voice and asked Kang through her earpiece.

"Let's talk in the cabin."

Kang replied as his gaze continuously scanned the area, remaining vigilant.

He scrutinized every passenger but only identified Moro as a Nen user.

Yet, Kang knew that relying solely on sight or the Gyo technique wasn't foolproof. Some people were exceptionally skilled at hiding.

Although he was confident Moro was the only Nen user among the passengers, he still left room for doubt.

This cautious mindset was a testament to Kang's professionalism.

And as it turned out—

Kang's vigilance was not mere paranoia.

Hidden within the shadows of some passengers…

Something invisible lurked in the background.

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