Hunter X Hunter, Reborn as a Kuruta Tribesmen

"What?"

"It will take a month to complete the modification?"

"And I can't modify anything else during this period..."

Rocky stared at the prompt for a long time, his brows furrowed in thought. Slowly, he began piecing it together.

"Does this mean modifying the amount of Nen energy doesn't reset the cooldown for acquiring modification permissions?"

If that were the case, there was another problem to consider. Over the past year, the information panel might have added new rules or mechanics Rocky wasn't aware of yet.

But this wasn't a pressing issue for now. The immediate concern was clear: avoid using Nen for the next month to prevent any potential errors during the modification process.

"What if something goes wrong with the modification?"

Curiosity got the better of him. Rocky raised his hand and activated his Nen, releasing his energy to test it out.

At first, everything seemed normal. His Nen flowed smoothly, without any apparent interruptions.

But soon, Rocky noticed something unusual.

"Wait..."

The amount of Nen energy in his body was increasing. And not just increasing—growing at an astonishing rate.

"823..."

The total amount of Nen energy was projected to increase from **64,000** to **164,000** in just one month—a staggering jump.

"Looks like I really shouldn't use Nen during this period. It seems like actively using Nen amplifies this growth process and creates a strange, cold sensation during the increase."

This sensation made it harder to maintain control over his energy and abilities. If he overused it now, there was a real risk of something going wrong.

Rocky quickly suppressed his Nen and stopped the release. The intoxicating feeling of his energy surging was something he had to resist for now.

Shaking his head to clear his thoughts, Rocky muttered, "Since the modification is underway, I'd better start preparing to meet Kite."

Originally, he planned to spend another couple of days practicing in the area, but with the risk of using Nen too high, it made more sense to leave early. Public transportation would take a day or two, bringing him to the meeting point with Kite right on time.

Rocky packed his belongings, excitement bubbling under the surface. In just thirty days, his Nen energy would reach a level comparable to Ging's. The thought of such a dramatic boost in power filled him with anticipation.

"What if I keep modifying it further?" Rocky thought, his lips curling into a faint smile.

"If I increase it to over a million Nen energy, I'd surpass even Chairman Netero's level!"

At his current pace, with an increase of **100,000 Nen energy per month**, he could theoretically reach that milestone within a year.

The thought was exhilarating. The possibilities seemed endless.

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**The Next Day**

At the agreed meeting location—a luxurious five-star hotel—Rocky waited for Kite to arrive. After a quick shower, Rocky stepped out of the bathroom wearing pajamas.

Moments later, the door opened. Kite walked in, his expression calm but sharp, carrying a stack of documents.

He placed them on the coffee table and gestured toward them.

"These are the details I've collected on the Phantom Troupe over the past few days."

Rocky nodded, picking up the documents and flipping through them. The information provided a comprehensive overview of the Troupe members, including basic details and some insights Rocky already knew.

Still, seeing it all presented this way made it easier to visualize and strategize.

As Rocky reviewed the materials, Kite spoke up unexpectedly.

"Do you know about the Seven Beauties of the World?"

Rocky glanced up, frowning slightly. "Yes."

"Well, you're in luck. I've learned something important."

Kite leaned back in his chair, his tone steady but laced with intrigue.

"Next month, in another country, *Water Glass*—one of the Seven Beauties of the World—will be transported."

Rocky's brow furrowed further. "Water Glass?"

Kite nodded, sitting opposite him. "Yes. This artifact was once owned by an explorer who later became a wealthy tycoon. That man spent **thirty years** searching for Water Glass in a remote location."

He pushed a section of the documents toward Rocky.

"Here. This is everything I've gathered about Water Glass. Take a look."

Rocky's eyes followed Kite's gesture, and he flipped to the section detailing the artifact.

**One of the Seven Beauties of the World: Water Glass.**

A rare vine plant that grows exclusively on the frozen shoulders of dormant volcanoes. It absorbs large amounts of sulfur compounds, causing it to lose anthocyanins, which makes the entire plant transparent, giving it a mineral-like luster.

Its value was extraordinary.

It was said that **ten complete pieces of Water Glass could purchase a small country.**

Rocky's eyes widened as he read the description. "This thing is... that valuable? One piece can buy a country?"

Kite nodded, leaning back in his chair. "Yes. And the Phantom Troupe's target is most likely this."

"Why now?" Rocky asked, still processing the information.

Kite smirked. "The explorer who originally found the Water Glass passed away last month. His children inherited most of his wealth, but as for the Water Glass itself, he left instructions in his will to donate it to the country."

"Why donate something so priceless?"

"Simple." Kite shrugged. "The man didn't want his kids becoming walking targets. By donating it, he ensured their safety. After a month of arrangements, the government has scheduled its official transport for next month."

Kite spread out a map on the table. "For now, the Water Glass is stored in a fortress-level villa built by the explorer. It's secured in a safe house buried hundreds of meters underground. If anyone tries to break in, the whole place is rigged to explode, burying the Water Glass with it."

Rocky studied the map carefully.

Kite continued, pointing at a specific route. "This is the transportation route to the airport. It's the only opportunity anyone would have to steal it."

The path wound through mountainous terrain shrouded in mist and clouds. Even helicopters would struggle to follow without losing their way, and the steep slopes could easily confuse ground troops.

In such an area, conventional armies would be almost useless. It was the perfect place for Nen users to act.

"Yeah," Rocky muttered, nodding as he examined the map. "It's a good spot for an ambush."

Looking up, he asked, "How can you be sure the Phantom Troupe will go after this?"

"There's no absolute confirmation," Kite admitted. "But consider this—a quote recently appeared on the black market. **One hundred billion Jenny for a single gram of Water Glass.** Do you know what that means?"

Kite's smile was sharp. "It means that if you possess this thing, you could potentially buy five or six countries outright."

He gestured toward the documents. "I've also been tracking the Phantom Troupe. Based on the intelligence I've gathered, the movements of their members strongly suggest they're converging on this country. Combine that with the black-market interest in Water Glass, and I'd say there's over a 70% chance they're planning to steal it."

Rocky leaned back in his chair, piecing everything together. The time was June 1996. He vaguely remembered something about this period—Phantom Troupe would gather in July, though the exact reason wasn't clear.

Whenever the Troupe gathered, it meant serious trouble.

Kite's deduction seemed sound.

"As expected of Mr. Ging's disciple," Rocky remarked, giving Kite a thoughtful look. "You must have gone through a lot to gather all this information so quickly."

Kite waved a hand dismissively. "Most of it was just a matter of paying the right people. The rest came from favors I've built up over time." He sighed. "Altogether, these papers cost me **three billion Jenny**."

Rocky blinked in surprise. "Three billion?!"

"It's fine," Kite replied, shaking his head. "We agreed on an exchange—you'd tell me where Ging is, and I'd help you investigate the Phantom Troupe. This is just part of the deal. Even if it cost three billion, the information about Ging is priceless and hard to come by."

Rocky frowned. "Still, take the money. Think of it as a thank-you."

Kite raised an eyebrow. "No need—"

Rocky cut him off. "Just take it. I'll send you Ging's location. If you don't find him there, come back to me, and I'll track him down for you—no matter where he is."

Kite stared at Rocky for a moment, then gave a small nod. "Fine. If you insist."

With that, Rocky leaned back, letting his mind drift back to the map. The upcoming transport of Water Glass wasn't just about its immense value—it was also the perfect opportunity to confront the Phantom Troupe.