Hunter x Hunter: From Obtaining the World to Beyond Heaven

Dia was startled and turned to look, only to see Qiduo, whom he had just been thinking about!

"Teacher Qiduo? I remember you weren't in the hospital..."

Dia remembered that when Vincent came out earlier, he said that Qiduo was busy dealing with a sudden fungal infection in the Yeti.

At the time, Dia judged that the fungus's weakness was high temperature, but he also realized that finding enough fire sources in the hospital in time would be troublesome.

So how did Kido solve it?

"I have cultivated a special fungus that can suppress that fungus. This fungus is almost harmless to humans and will die naturally in low-temperature environments."

Qi Duo casually brushed aside her efforts of several hours, as she never liked to boast, especially about how much effort and time she had spent.

Dia frowned, about to say something, when Qiduo smiled and changed the subject:

"Alright, let's not talk about that anymore. You've completed your mission, haven't you?"

"Uh, yes, it's finished."

"Then come with me to the anniversary celebration."

After saying that, Qiduo turned around and strode forward. Seeing this, Dia could only follow helplessly.

This scene seems to have happened many times before?

written request for leave

Midterm exams are coming up, and it's about optimization theory, which is my weakest subject. I'm taking a day off to cram for the exams.

I'm so sorry for the inconvenience caused!

(I recently saw that Sarah has started a new book, and it's really well-written.)

Chapter 126 A Bountiful Year Isn't Always Good: Heavy Snow × Party

"By the way, were you talking about... a banquet?"

Diya obediently followed behind Qiduo, when she suddenly remembered that Qiduo seemed to have said a strange word just now.

Isn't this supposed to be a memorial for heroes and the dead? Why is there a banquet scene?

"Oh, you don't know? That's a custom for Heroes' Day. People dance and eat candy together. It probably evolved from a sacrificial ceremony."

Qi Duo smiled slightly, as if remembering something:

"Although it's called a banquet, young people prefer to call it a 'big party,' and some even call the anniversary 'Party Day.'"

A big party where everyone attends together...

Dia scratched his face, his eyelids drooping, trying to ignore the strange Aquaman vibe.

After all, it's said that everyone will participate, but you can imagine that in this kind of weather and at this time, only those who are well-fed and have free time, or those who are simply not well-fed, will participate.

What he didn't notice was that Qiduo, who had turned his back, quietly sighed, a hint of weariness flashing in his eyes.

The exhaustion was due to working non-stop for three days, activating her abilities almost continuously. Kido is not a monster like Dia who can have almost unlimited endurance thanks to Ripple.

Although I feel mentally I can hold on for a long time, the depletion of my spiritual energy cannot be ignored in the short term.

Right now, it's just that his strong physical condition is holding him up.

Although she could easily go back and find a place to rest now, but...

'The last anniversary...'

In Qiduo's memory, the last time she attended Heroes' Memorial Day was when she was 11 years old, and she came with her father.

She never participated again after that.

Diya and her companion passed through the bustling crowd.

What's the big deal about someone who's only attended a few conferences?

But despite saying that, Qi Duo just didn't want to miss out on this hard-won moment.

Thinking about it carefully, this obsession may also come from that strict father.

Only on Heroes' Memorial Day would he proudly introduce his work to his daughter—this square that holds the joy of the entire city.

He would smile and pull the teenage Qi Duo around in circles, as if that would make her join the group of people dancing earnestly.

He would squeeze through the crowd like the middle-aged men in the market to grab those few hard candies that everyone would get, and then call it "grabbing a lucky charm".

He would watch as Xiao Qi struggled to chew the candy, which wasn't much softer than her teeth, and whisper to her to eat slowly, to eat slowly.

Just as much as Keedo respected the usually serious Mr. Yorkshire, she loved that gentle father who was only there for special occasions.

but.

'It's impossible now...'

A look of sadness flashed in Qiduo's eyes. She had insisted on walking ahead of Dia, because she didn't want him to see her like this.

As a teacher, perhaps that's what her father thought back then too.

The last anniversary celebration in the square, but Mr. Yorkshire could not possibly make it back in time.

In fact, given Kito's political influence, he could easily have interfered with Patti's policies and prevented the square from being demolished if he really wanted to.

But does that make sense?

Can she stop it for a while, or can she stop it forever?

Moreover, she rarely has time to go back to her hometown, and the chances of her going home just in time for Heroes' Day are even fewer.

Most importantly, her father is now unwilling to see her.

Everyone says that children don't want to see their parents when they grow up, so why is it the other way around for her?

She heard rhythmic footsteps behind her, pattering softly, gradually catching up with her own.

fine……

Qiduo quietly tilted her ear to hear the unhurried footsteps behind her even more clearly.

At least he didn't come alone.

She thought about it secretly, like a thief, afraid that someone would discover her thoughts.

Everyone is in groups, so wouldn't the person who's alone look awkward in other people's eyes?

She has a strong personality, but she's not thick-skinned...

As they got closer to the square, the lively noise began to grow louder.

Winter nights always come too early, and darkness falls quietly. The sky has already darkened, and the already cold weather becomes even colder.

Dia inhaled a breath of cold air and exhaled a puff of white mist, following closely behind Qiduo, curiously peering over the shoulder at the bustling square.

Suddenly, a large group of people appeared in sight, crowding around the huge square, singing and dancing around some bonfires.

Some people laughed heartily, some danced gracefully with their loved ones in their arms, some sat on the ground, and some carefully counted the names on the monument with their children.

People went about their business without causing chaos, and the entire square was illuminated by the bonfires in a bright orange light, making it stand out against the gradually darkening sky.

Extending out from the square, almost every street, big or small, was packed with citizens.

'The square does resemble a noisy party rather than a quieter banquet, but over there on the other side of the street it's practically a gathering...'

Dia suddenly sighed inwardly.

He was startled when he suddenly felt a cool sensation on his face.

"Ah, it's snowing again."

"Yeah, Pati is really something else. It's been raining and foggy these past few days, and there's even been snow with moisture."

"Luckily it's not too big, otherwise I might as well just stay home and burn incense to celebrate the festival."

"That's really true."

Two middle-aged men silently complained about the awful weather in Pati City as they passed by Dia.

Diya quickened her pace silently, feeling a little embarrassed, as if she had overheard someone talking out of curiosity, only to find out they were discussing her.

The two hunters made some difficult moves along the way. Just as Dia had avoided an enthusiastic uncle who offered him a drink, he almost bumped into a young girl who was running around recklessly.

"I'm so sorry, I'm in a hurry to get there..."

The little girl had been looking anxious, but when she finally saw Diya in front of her, her eyes suddenly lit up, and she changed the subject, saying:

"...I'm in a hurry to find a dance partner! Handsome, can you dance? If you can, let's dance together. If not, I can teach you!"

Then she was chased away by Kido like a mosquito.

"These are the citizens of Pati on Heroes' Day. They're completely different from usual, aren't they?"

Qi Duo's eyes suddenly turned into dead fish eyes, and she helplessly complained about these girls who had no self-respect at all.

Dia smiled and looked at Qiduo, saying:

"They are indeed quite different."

"Ok?"

Qiduo's eyes suddenly sharpened as she glared at Dia and asked:

"What did you say?"

"No……"

Diya casually looked away, her eyes darting around.

Suddenly he seemed to see something, his expression froze, and he walked forward.

Qiduo was also stunned for a moment when she saw this, and quickly followed.

The two then walked side by side, unhurriedly, to the center of the square, to the base of the huge monument.