Chapter 180

This is something said from time to time; anyone who possesses Nen can feel it.

Aura is Life Energy.

Therefore, when the pores of the entire body are opened, Aura is released outside the body; if left to develop, one might weaken and die.

"What is Life Energy, hmm, do you have an explanation?"

Mr. Uranus asked, and so I hesitated for a moment,

"I think this is exactly what you said, but...

But Aura = Life Energy, right?"

"Then is manipulating Aura and everything else called 'Nen Ability'?"

Uh...

Hmm... for someone like me who has meditated for 6 years and awakened a Nen Ability, this is not a topic I can just throw around casually.

"Hmm...

Because you can perceive Aura and control Aura as you please, Nen Ability...

Correct?"

... No, it should be. If you ask me again, I am not sure.

"It's fine.

That is to say, the power to control Aura is Spirit Power. The amount of memory, which becomes the upper limit when developing so-called unique abilities, is caused by this Spiritual Energy."

Oh. This might be an interesting story. Indeed, there are some people who do not do memory work...

"Let me put it this way, because my eyes can perceive Life Energy and Spiritual Energy, it is nothing more than what I have researched myself.

Generally speaking, Aura can be called Life Energy or Spiritual Energy, depending on the person. Well, I want you to listen to half the story.

... So, do you have Dead Nen?"

"It is a feeling that becomes more intense after death."

"When a person who possesses a Nen Ability dies, the refined Spirit Power exerts a self-survival function to overcome the near-death situation..."

Hmm. Does this mean before death, rather than after death?

But this thought does not fit my mother's Nen Bead... A few days after my mother passed away, she appeared before me.

"Isn't the spirit of the dead only manifested after death?"

"Hmm...

I think it depends on your definition of death. I don't think it's possible for me to die completely.

As a first premise.

Strictly speaking, just because a person is dead does not mean their Life Force has become 0.

... Resurrection refers to falling into an impossible state.

So even if humans die, their Life Force will not immediately drop to 0.

First of all, Aura is not just a structure of Life Force and Spirit Power. Aura is an energy body where Life Force and Spirit Power are kneaded together, which can be controlled as one pleases."

"..."

"So, when life maintenance becomes difficult and Life Force is significantly weakened, the self-survival function amplifies Spirit Power to the limit to strengthen bodily functions with Aura, or attempts to possess Life Force other than one's own, and the Aura moves.

Therefore, phenomena such as the dead resurrecting themselves, or the amplified thoughts of the dead harming specific living things, will occur."

... If that is the case, then in my mother's case...

The aura of my deceased mother turned into the soul of the dead, lingering in my heart...

I fell into a crisis in Meteor City, which triggered my mother's Dead Nen, creating the Nen Bead...

Hmm... that kind of thing, I don't listen to those who do research. Even if I did, I might keep it a secret. This is life-threatening...

Yes? Uranus, are you okay? If this is true, this is very valuable information. Do you know how much I have taught you?

... Hmm, no. Very interesting, shut up and listen.

Mr. Uranus, who stopped talking to me while I was lost in thought, saw me start listening again and continued speaking.

"Dead Nen is a so-called Spirit Power phenomenon; if converted into a Nen Ability, it is suitable for producing special Magic effects.

As far as the six systems are concerned, Specialist, Conjuration, and Manipulation are Spiritual Energy types. However, Materialization is closer to life."

"..."

"Does this mean the remaining 3 systems are Life Energy types?"

"Yes.

After all, it is suitable for purely improving physical fitness, breaking things, and healing things.

Enhancement and Emission are particularly obvious. As for Transmutation...

My theory is that the memory problem is not just because you are very close to your specialty, but is also affected by these factors."

I crossed my arms and thought again.

People with Nen Abilities all know that image is more important than Nen. Therefore, when the mind is threatened, it is easy to appear weak. After all, an image is not a tangible thing.

This is also why I am unwilling to develop 'Hatsu' for combat. Because you cannot count on defeating things that are unstable.

I think the reason Netero's 100-Type Guanyin always wins is because he is crazy.

Hmm... if it weren't for the memory problem, I originally hoped to have a 'Hatsu' that would expand the tactical range. There are many skills for death... kuu.

When I checked my system using the Mizumi Method, my previous life was a Manipulation System, and now it is a Specialist System.

"That..."

I was tempted to say something, but I closed my mouth.

If you touch upon your lineage, the situation is terrible when information leaks out. Weaknesses are easily exposed. He might give me advice on the Specialist System, but Mr. Uranus is not a companion.

Mr. Uranus seemed to understand this as well, and waved his hand at me.

"The amount of Aura and Spirit Power varies greatly by individual; it is not necessarily to be mentioned in the same breath as the six types.

I can only say you have more vitality."

... In other words, in my case, it is the complete opposite of the system.... But, it is not that there is no advantage, but that there is no disadvantage?

Regardless, now I know why he saw through my power.

The 【Veil】 of the Angel indeed hides Aura, but it is helpless. I cannot imagine it. Hehe... you will be surprised.

"By the way, I do not belong to any of them."

"?"

... Any.

Uranos placed a hand on her chest and said:

"I do not belong to any of the six types.

There is no good or bad. If the maximum value for all is 70%, it might be easier to understand."

... Wow. This is the first time I've heard of this. Kurapika's 【Absolute Time】 becomes 100% for all types when activated, but strangely, it doesn't belong to any of them from the start.

In other words, it is non-systemic.

"Is it because of my eyes?

Looking at my own body, my Life Force and Spirit Power are almost the same; perhaps it is because I have incorporated it into my consciousness... I did not rely on anything."

Mr. Uranos stared at the palms of his hands.... Perhaps this is how I see my power.

If his eyes are because of his Nen Ability, he probably wouldn't react to the 【Boss Attribute】 and let him see through my power. That is to say, it doesn't even count as Spirit Power. It feels like Kurapika's scarlet eyes.

"... Those eyes are innate, aren't they?

When did you awaken your Nen Ability?"

"From the very beginning."

"Hm?"

"... If you believe my relatives, it seems I was born with an aura.

To be honest, I feel it is abnormal to have 'Ren' before and after a baby is born..."

Ah, um, oh.

... It seems your situation is very similar to mine, but if you say you had a self before you were born, you would be treated as a freak. Ahahaha...

Even so, is there anyone else besides me? That is how it is. A baby in a state of Ren. Could it be reincarnation... like inheriting only the aura, not the memories.

"We have talked for a long time, but...

I have such a special constitution, having a considerable aura since I was a child.

So, there was too much rock tea...

I was shunned by everyone in the village, and just in case, I was even cursed by my parents and older sister."

Uh...

Let's talk about such a Heavy topic.

"I was cursed at the age of 10...

The upper limit of latent aura is related to a state that continuously decreases with age rather than increasing.

My latent aura is now 45,000...

When you reach the age of 20, it is simply calculated as 0.

If it becomes 0, the Life Force and Spirit Power that serve as the source of the aura will also be exhausted, leading to death."

... Curse... Aura amount... dying at 20...

After organizing the information Mr. Uranos told me in my mind, I finally reached a conclusion.

"... I see.

That is why it is a Rejuvenation Pill."

"That's right. Although it is a bit of a trick, but...

They are very attentive to my age, so if my Prediction is correct, when the Rejuvenation Pill makes them rejuvenate to under 10 years old, they should disappear without satisfying the conditions."

I was a bit skeptical, so I asked.

"... But, when I age ten years, the Nen will satisfy the conditions and restart, perhaps?"

"Perhaps.

Well, it would be fine if I just gave up; of course, if I gave up, it would be exposed, and I would be hunted by the village. I escaped from the village, but I seemed to be dying, so I stayed alone."

"... Do you have any way to break the curse?"

The Kazama Style has a quite skilled Exorcist. It has the ability to pay off the "feigned illness curse" of Mr. Battera's lover. Either way, a skilled Exorcist is a valuable resource.

"..."

"I can do it myself. If you spend time with holy figures, but..."

"Really?"

"I know what you mean.

Giving up might not even exist among the Greed Island items, because it is a rare ability.

To be honest, I can't do it right now. There simply isn't enough aura.

... If it were the latent aura before the curse was cast, it would always be effective."

As she spoke, Ms. Uranos gently stroked her cherry-colored hair at the back.

Perhaps, in order to get rid of it, I studied Kamiji... by the time I could do it, my Aura was not enough. If so, this is a sad story.

Risking my life... I want to help you, but I am truly an Obstacle.

"I can't help but say it now, but did you get it when you played with the Witch's Rejuvenation Potion last time and it was useless?"

"……

Perhaps now. I didn't expect that someone wouldn't be able to enter the game as soon as they cleared it. I thought I still had plenty of time.

I took a Rejuvenation Pill, but it didn't work for me.... Perhaps even if I had only used one, I might have discovered that I was attempting to break a Curse, and I needed time to research it.

────To be honest, I don't trust the items from Greed Island."

... Wow.

How should I put it? For someone like me who was captivated by a single Hormone Biscuit, this is a phrase that leaves a deep impression on me...

Father even carefully checked the return postcards sent to the deceased; I'm sorry I didn't consider it properly...

"I cannot let myself use things I don't understand well, just assuming it will be this way.

I am the type of person who won't be satisfied until I have discovered and judged for myself that it is alright.... I just wanted to convince you, I know.

However, the Rejuvenation Pill concerns one's own life... so one must be careful."

I see...

This person's view on Nen Ability and aura also stems from this line of thought. This is not an approval very suitable for his age... I think I have been thinking desperately.

"……I've talked too much. I'm sorry for taking up your time.

You might not want to enter the game again, so you can end this.

After hearing this story, I feel a bit invigorated."

Oh. I sort of understand.

This person probably doesn't have any friends. That is why you are talking to me even to the point of disadvantage. Because I haven't talked to anyone...

... Can I? If you let this person die alone, will you regret it?

If we become friends, I believe he will tell us more.

No, but with a profit and loss account like this, you can't be friends... I really don't know how the other party sees me...

Even if I wanted to help from the start, there is a high possibility that I would really become a hindrance...

The last time it was possible to clear the game, it was almost everyone's strength. Especially Lina and Genthru.... An activity equivalent to cheating, it was still the first time.

But... it is also a fact that the bloodline of former players is playing a role. How many times in my life will I encounter such difficulties? A player's... no no no, a warrior's... no, I'm a bit confused, I'm a bit confused.

Hmm...

I want you to research the Hormone Biscuit... If there is nothing to Stick to, I am willing to leave hope. If he is no good, then I will give up. Because I can't solve it myself.

I cross my arms and look around while thinking.

Mr. Uranos takes something out of a nearby duffel bag and places it on the table.

"A..."

A Joy Station wrapped in aura.

Player 2 inserts a Memory Card, Player 1 has a multi-tap, and the multi-tap has four ports.

He shows it to them with his own hands,

"If you have played the game, I believe you will understand.

This is a real Greed Island. I only own this one.

Player 2 cannot use it during the game, so the number of players who can use this save is 4.

I am sure I will be there, so there are only 3 left. I am currently looking for friends on the Hunter website.

If you are willing to participate, please apply starting from the recruitment.

If you cannot find the recruitment information or it has already disappeared...

I want you to think that you have already gathered your friends and started playing."

"……That's amazing. Did you get the game itself?"

If you fail, the cost will exceed the clearing reward. Lina said she had already disposed of it.... I wouldn't be surprised if they secretly kept some.

"Originally, I joined at the request of Mr. Battera, but now I can't do it anymore...

However, it is quite expensive, and I can no longer afford to hire Hunters."

"……But you are recruiting friends, right?"

"Oh.

For the time being, I am considering negotiating in the form of splitting the Specified Pocket Card as a clearing reward.

Under the remaining budget, how long we can hire a Professional Hunter is a bit tricky."

It seems quite painful...

Ah, I want to help you, but I don't want to drag your leg. Ah...

Generally speaking, if I enter Greed Island again, the entire Anti-Transgender Alliance will come to interfere. If that happens, this isn't just a fuss that will drag your leg. If it's about clearing the game, it will inevitably be restrained for a suitable period of time...

──No. Wait a minute.

First of all, I must go see a doctor!

Why at a time like this! It seems as difficult to achieve as the giant Chimera Ants, but that's just how it is!

Sob sob, I have too few allies!!

Ah... uh... Honestly.

I can't help it...

"That... sorry.

I want to help you, but in reality, I don't feel well right now...

This might be the reason why ordinary hospitals don't understand."

Mr. Uranos stares at my body. Uh, I wonder if that's the case. Can you see Life Force and Spirit Power?

"……I don't think you are lying, but there doesn't seem to be anything abnormal for the time being. I am not as knowledgeable as a doctor, so I can't help you..."

"Can you tell me what the problem is?"

Cormorant...

"That... um...

... my stomach."

Mr. Ouranos looked away, thought for a moment, and then looked back at me. Ah.

"..."

............ Hmm.

I checked with my own eyes, but there is no problem at all.

If the problem is related to Nen, it might be an issue with your aura. My eyes cannot see through the details of internal aura. You are currently using Hidden, so that is even more the case."

... I see. This ominous aura of mine might be affecting me. If that is the case, can it be solved?

"Hmm, there is no way.

I will do my best, so don't worry too much."

A tone of resignation. Oh no, wait a minute. I can say something. Hoping for an Escape.

"Wrong! That...

I will also do my best...

If you can make it to the recruitment, uh, nice to meet you."

After looking slightly surprised, Mr. Ouranos gave a bitter smile. Ah.

"I understand. To be honest, I am in trouble because I don't have my companion, At.

It seems like I'm worried about becoming an Obstacle to something, but I think I can manage with my own wits."

... Oh. After all, this person doesn't seem to have any friends!

That's right, you can't make friends when you're about to die, like researching Kamiji; you said last time you were playing alone!

To a man, he gives a slender and soft impression, but from his aura, one can tell he is a quite powerful person. Weakened by the Curse of thought, that is all. Perhaps he is the best user.... No, otherwise, I wouldn't be able to arrange seventy types of cards by myself.

Mr. Ouranos left his seat after putting the Joy Station into his luggage bag.

I sat there thinking about leaving the room,

"Yes.

I remember seeing you somewhere a while ago, I just remembered it."

"Yes?"

"That... that Poster! I couldn't go to the campaign, and later I found some strange information on the website, so when I checked, your Poster was—"

────Woo woo woo woo!!

Could it be that many Professional Hunters are looking at that Poster!?

"... Ah... that is...

Sorry for reminding you of something unpleasant."

He apologized to me while I was crouching with my face in my hands. Stop it! I will never touch that thing again!!

"... Can I say something boring?"

Hearing this voice, I barely lifted my head.

Mr. Ouranos, looking at me, was lured in and blushed.

"That...

You said you wanted to be a woman."

"Yes..."

"So, after eating the Hormone Biscuit, I became the woman I had always dreamed of... but I should have done this.

I just can't believe it."

"Ha..."

"The reason... well, there are many, but... first is my chest.

Even after eating... what's going on?... It's a small pudding. Not feminine at all."

"............"

"Yes.

If you are under 10 years old, you are taking a revitalizing medicine.... In that state, changing gender with a Hormone Biscuit.

So if I grow up to be a woman, my pudding will get bigger... I wonder if I can become more feminine.

... That... I'm so envious of you.... Excellent!"

Mr. Ouranos pricked up his ears and quickly left the room.

I sat for a while, stunned.

In this problematic world, I stepped on the ground.

... Uh.

How ridiculous! How ridiculous!

I don't need this much pudding!! I want to share my pudding with that person!!