Hunter x Hunter: From Obtaining the World to Beyond Heaven

Is this really just metaphysics?

Just as God said, "Let there be love," kissing became a custom, and so the angels kissed from Monday to Saturday and did *that* on Sunday.

From a theological perspective, kissing is as great as God's creation of the world; it removes the barriers between men and women, students and teachers, focusing on the exchange of mucous fluids and oral flora...

Who invented this thing?

Wait, why am I thinking about this?

Qi Duo's blank mind ceased its instinctive, meaningless thinking, and her still confused and bewildered thoughts gradually climbed higher.

A feeling of shyness filled her mind, making her subconsciously savor every bit of pleasure and touch that came from her body.

She felt two slender hands pass through her hair, holding her head in place like iron clamps, constantly sending out cool, icy touches.

Is my heartbeat slowing down, or is time slowing down?

Qiduo's emerald-green eyes flickered as she stared blankly at Dia's face, which was so close to hers, unaware of how much time had passed.

One minute? Two minutes? Ten minutes?

The tingling sensation from their tightly pressed lips was still lingering, and one could almost hear the soft smacking sounds, as if a master sommelier were savoring a rare and exquisite wine.

He couldn't speak, but his mind was filled with thoughts.

'So this is what his tongue tastes like…'

'Does it make you want to take a bite?'

Just as Qiduo had this thought, she saw that face, which was so close to hers, suddenly lift up.

With a soft pop, their tightly pressed lips parted, leaving a thin, glistening silver line that landed on her lips.

A feeling of emptiness and detachment suddenly welled up in my heart.

"what……"

Kido let out a disappointed sound, and the decorative ears on her head drooped down.

Dia looked at the dazed Qiduo, whose eyes were practically rolling back in her head, and subconsciously waved her hand in front of her eyes:

"Hello? Teacher Qiduo?"

"Are you ok?"

"..."

Qiduo stared at the dangling hand in front of her, saying nothing.

As a gentle breeze rustled through her hair, her gaze gradually shifted from bewilderment to shock, then from shock to embarrassment and anger, and finally to pure disbelief.

"What are you doing?!"

Qiduo's face flushed as red as an apple, and she stammered:

"My first kiss is gone just like that... Didn't you even tell me beforehand?"

That's so ungrateful! What an idiot!

Dia chuckled and said:

"Life is like a sandwich, you never know what you're gonna get. Isn't the positive word for the unexpected surprise?"

"Surprise my foot, this is blatant sexual harassment."

Qi Duo resolutely retorted angrily.

She really couldn't understand what this traitor was thinking about all day long—was it some kind of dirty joke?

"But you seemed really keen to continue just now."

Dia retorted defiantly.

"..."

Qiduo was speechless.

That disappointed "ah" just now definitely came from her mouth; there's no denying it.

But why would she react this way?

That doesn't make sense. It was a bit sudden, but it was just a kiss. Why would I feel reluctant to let go, and why would I make such embarrassing noises?

I just can't figure it out!

'That wretched Dia!'

Frustrated, Qiduo glared at Dia and angrily punched the wall next to her!

boom!

With a loud bang, a large hole appeared in the wall, sending up a cloud of dust and debris.

With a smile on her face, Dia calmly watched Qiduo retract her fist.

Thinking back to the first time I met Qiduo, she was so dignified and proper. I felt that the real Qiduo was now, able to throw tantrums without restraint.

Having vented her anger, Qiduo finally calmed down a bit. After taking a few deep breaths, she tried to maintain a calm voice and said:

"Let's pretend today's incident never happened. Don't you dare ambush me again, understand?"

"Is it just that sneak attacks are not allowed?"

Diya smiled and asked.

"...Yes, if you want to, just tell me..."

Qiduo's voice grew softer and softer as she spoke, until it was almost inaudible.

After all, they are master and apprentice, so they should be mindful of the impact. Giving her a heads-up beforehand would at least allow her to make some kind of response and cover it up.

If Dia were to kiss her anytime, anywhere, she really wouldn't know what to do.

Qiduo was lost in thought, but she didn't notice that...

From beginning to end, she never had the thought that "Dia cannot do this to herself".

As if it were a matter of course, or as if she had already tacitly accepted something in her heart, she did not reject such intimate contact.

Perhaps, they even yearn for deeper contact?

Dia glanced at the sky and casually said:

"I'm almost back. I'll take a look at that vaccine; it might come in handy."

After saying that, he turned to leave.

Suddenly, Qiduo grabbed his hand, and Dia was startled and turned to look.

She lowered her head and said softly:

"My legs are a little weak, help me up."

Dia blinked.

Would a seasoned Nen user, a member of the Hunter Association's Zodiac, go weak in the knees because of a French kiss?

The wall, which had just been breached by Qiduo, seemed to want to say something but then stopped.

However, that doesn't matter.

Diya didn't ask any questions, but happily took her hand and led her towards the palace.

The two shadows stretched longer in the setting sun, like two small trees, one large and one small, imprinted on the ground.

"..."

Unnoticed by them, a short-haired, capable figure silently disappeared back into the shadows from a window on the second floor of the palace.

Beside her, the steel handrail was being kneaded and shaped like clay, emitting a mournful sound of metal tearing.

Only after Dia and Qiduo disappeared from sight did she stagger away from the spot like a walking corpse.

After returning to the palace.

Dia immediately went with Qiduo to check on the vaccines.

"The vaccine manufacturing process itself has been recorded in the [petition dish], but the inactivated virus was selected from the original strain, and the possibility that the [new line virus] has undergone significant mutation cannot be ruled out."

Kido explained:

"However, with this initial vaccine, we can completely deal with most cases of viral infection. As long as patients receive the vaccine after taking the effective drug, they can recover their health."

"The key is the effective treatment, since vaccines cannot bring patients who have already contracted the disease back to health."

Dia nodded and said:

"So on the one hand, vaccines represent the future, and on the other hand, whether pharmaceutical factories can quickly produce enough of [Ambuvir] will determine whether the current epidemic can be truly controlled."

'Looks like we have to speed things up, otherwise if we keep dragging this out... I'm afraid we won't be able to escape cleanly later.'

Diya's plan was meticulously timed.

Sherlock and Satchouli are currently investigating Nasby's treasury, and he will have to go when they find a clue.

This carries the risk of having to withdraw from Kakin if discovered by Naspi.

But the current outbreak in New Delhi is a big problem. If it is left behind, Mumtuz will be under tremendous pressure in the future.

Furthermore, if Dia really does run away, there's a very high chance she'll disappear without a word...

Dia didn't want to think about it anymore.

But now the die is cast and the arrow must be released.

"Teacher Qiduo, please go and check with the current ordinary patients to see if there are any mutations in the virus. If there are mutations that necessitate modifications to the vaccine, then proceed according to the normal procedure."

Qiduo gave him a deep look, nodded, and said:

"I understand. Although I don't know what you're going to do, it's probably one of those things your father invited you to do. Be careful and make sure you're fully prepared before you take any action."

At this point, Dia had no reason to keep the matter of the [Insect Arrow Fragment] from Qiduo.

However, the origins of the Stand and everything about the insect arrow are not easy to explain, and if one is not careful, his identity as a visitor from another world will be exposed.

Then I might have to spend more time explaining.

Time is of the essence now, and every moment is crucial, so there's no need to cram everything into this moment.