Chapter 50: Biscuit

Biscuit nodded, her mischievous side getting the better of her, and she said in a coy, teasing voice:

"Luo Ge, the gemstone you brought is indeed to my liking, and I am willing to take on disciples..."

"But~"

Biscuit changed her tone, drawing out the syllable, which made the two girls, who didn't know her personality, feel a jolt of anxiety.

"There is only one gemstone here, so only one of you can become my disciple."

"As for who that person will be, you decide among yourselves. I don't mind."

Having said that, Biscuit watched the three with great interest, eager to see their expressions; her smile was full of malice.

Luo Ge knew that Biscuit had a sharp tongue but a soft heart, and he also knew she enjoyed "instigating" mischief.

In the original story, when she first met Gon and Killua, the protagonists, she had also tried to prank them to stir up trouble between them.

Later, seeing that their friendship was indeed deep, she stopped her bad intentions and taught them with all her heart.

Therefore, Luo Ge’s expression remained calm.

Behind him, Machi and Shizuku’s expressions shifted, and the way they looked at Biscuit held a bit more disgust.

They were both smart people and naturally knew what Biscuit was trying to see by saying that.

Wasn't it just to see the three of them create a rift in their relationship over the spot?

[Good relationship.]

[They don't look like siblings, just good friends...]

After waiting a moment, Biscuit slowly picked up the tea on the table, took a light sip, and a hint of appreciation appeared in her eyes as she looked at the three.

After she said those words, even relatives might fight over benefits; it wouldn't be impossible for them to come to blows.

After all, Luo Ge had taken out this gemstone to become an apprentice, which showed how important she was to the three of them.

Yet, not only did the three not argue, they actually looked at her with cold eyes, united against a common enemy.

Biscuit didn't doubt for a second that the three would rather give up on the apprenticeship and find another way.

They would not destroy their bond.

She did this mainly out of mischief, but it was undeniable that this was also one of her criteria for taking on disciples.

To be her disciple, talent was necessary, but character was more important than talent!

If they could fall out over something like this, she wouldn't take any of them as disciples, and she would throw the gemstone back.

She would just consider the time spent as watching a show.

As it stood, all three had passed the character test, so taking them on as disciples wasn't out of the question.

Just as Biscuit was about to speak, Luo Ge reached into his pocket again and pulled out—

Two more [Star Fragments].

"I think adding two more should satisfy your requirements, right?"

"Cough, cough, cough!"

Biscuit’s eyes widened as she watched Luo Ge pull out two more identical gemstones. Caught off guard, she choked on her tea and coughed several times.

Picking up a tissue to wipe the corner of her mouth, Biscuit said in disbelief: "You actually have two more?!"

How is this possible?

"Are you a prince from some kingdom? Or the son of some high-ranking official?"

Biscuit looked Luo Ge up and down again, seriously suspecting that Luo Ge had a significant background; otherwise, how could he pull out three Excellent-grade gems at once?

Luo Ge shook his head and said honestly: "No, I don't have any background. I just have a bit of good luck."

Well... is drawing [Star Fragments] considered good luck?

Seeing Luo Ge say this, Biscuit stopped digging for answers; in any case, she never judged people by their background.

Seeing Biscuit accept the [Star Fragments], Luo Ge decided to go all the way and added another bargaining chip:

"If you still feel it’s not enough, I can help you with something else."

Biscuit was just about to announce that the three had passed the test and could become her disciples, but seeing Luo Ge say this, her curiosity was piqued again.

"No need for honorifics, just call me Biscuit directly."

Biscuit waved her hand casually; she didn't like people using honorifics with her, as it felt distant.

But the bigger reason was that being addressed that way always made her feel like people were reminding her of her age.

"So, what can you help me with?"

"The reason you, Biscuit, appeared here must be for the legendary Seven Beauties of the World in the Dolok Ruins."

"And I can help you with Nen Exorcism."

Nen Exorcism?!

Biscuit narrowed her eyes, suddenly thinking of something, and immediately covered her wine-red eyes with Nen.

[Gyo]!

Using [Gyo], Biscuit clearly saw a pillar of white gas rising and dissipating from the heads of both Machi and Shizuku.

This was life energy constantly escaping, a phenomenon present in normal people.

But on Luo Ge’s head, there was no such white gas; instead, a thin layer of gas was wrapped around his body.

This was the mark of a Nen user.

White gas was life energy, but it could also be called [Nen], because the essence of Nen was the life energy that escaped.

Ordinary people didn't know [Nen] and could only let their life energy flow away, gradually aging.

Nen users, however, could use a basic technique called [Ten] to wrap that life energy—that is, Nen—around their bodies.

This reduced the loss of life energy and, in turn, extended their lifespan.

[I misjudged him!]

Biscuit thought to herself.

Because the three were young and had come to seek apprenticeship, she had subconsciously assumed none of them knew [Nen].

She hadn't expected this Luo Ge to know [Nen], though the details showed he was a novice.

However, being a Nen user didn't mean much; the key was what Luo Ge had said.

Biscuit stared at Luo Ge and asked skeptically: "You are a Nen Exorcist?"

She had never seen such a young Nen Exorcist.

And Nen Exorcists were extremely rare; could it really be such a coincidence?

Luo Ge’s expression was calm, and he said firmly: "I wouldn't call myself a Nen Exorcist, but I do have some means of exorcising Nen."

Seeing Luo Ge say this, Biscuit didn't delay any further and led the three out of the hotel.

Verifying Luo Ge’s words was simple; just take them to the Dolok Ruins and test it.