Chapter 333 Leaving

Main hall.

'Vermilion beams and pillars, angry-looking Vajra.'

'Unchanged, as always.'

Hawk stepped over the threshold, walked into the hall, and his gaze fixed on Moses standing in front of the altar.

The tall and slender figure made Hawk dazed for a moment.

Hearing the footsteps, Moses turned and looked at Hawk.

"What are your plans after this?"

Skipping the greetings, Moses went straight to the point.

Hawk raised an eyebrow and asked unhappily, "That's what I should be asking you. What's your plan next?"

"I want to go to the Heavens Arena."

Moses expressed his thoughts very straightforwardly.

He wanted to try out the actual combat effectiveness of All Extinct, so he thought of the Heavens Arena as the place to test it.

"Heavens Arena..."

Hawk scrutinized Mosescarefully and meticulously, feeling an unstoppable surge of pride and satisfaction.

"I heard from Cheadle that you got your Hunter License and chose the path of a Blacklist Hunter?"

Instead of asking why Moses wanted to go to the Heavens Arena, he asked about his path as a Pro Hunter.

"Yeah, being a Blacklist Hunter suits me."

Moses's expression was calm.

If he had obtained a Hunter License earlier, then the achievements he had made along the way would have been enough for him to be promoted to a Single-Star Hunter.

However, his attitude towards promotion wasn't as proactive as Wright. Choosing to be a Blacklist Hunter was mainly because he hoped to gain something in the process of capturing criminals.

In short, he recognized the profession of Blacklist Hunter.

Because there are too many beasts who have lost their humanity in this world...

He couldn't kill all those monsters wearing human skins, but at least he could prevent the tragedy of the kind-hearted driver from happening again in the places where he could 'see' them.

Hawk looked at Moses, who had a calm face. He wanted to say that being a Blacklist Hunter was very risky, but he didn't say it in the end. Instead, he asked, "Moses, your Nen Exorcism Ability is even stronger than Elena's, so have you ever considered becoming a Nen Exorcist?"

"Putting aside the fact that the two roles aren't mutually exclusive, I have no interest in the profession of Nen Exorcist."

Moses hadn't expected Hawk to bring up the topic of being a Nen Exorcist, but he still gave an answer.

The Nen Exorcism Ability he has comes from the reward of Perception, so it is too random and uncertain.

Although he still has one Nen Exorcism Chance, Moses is more inclined to regard this as a trump card to save his life rather than a means to gain fame and money.

So once again…

He is really not a Nen Exorcist.

So naturally, it is impossible for him to pursue the path of Nen Exorcist.

After a brief conversation, Hawk confirmed Moses's decision and didn't press further.

In the days to come, Hawk would stay at the temple, while Moses would inevitably go out to explore the world.

As a father-

Even if he couldn't provide support, he must not become a shackle or obstacle.

This was why Hawk had asked Cheadle to keep his 'condition' a secret.

Hawk walked up to the altar and looked down at the relics neatly arranged on the table.

"Moses, do you want to know more about your mother..."

"I'm listening."

Moses also looked at the relics on the altar. The strands of black Nen were extremely conspicuous among the relics.

"Elena, she..."

Hawk's narrative echoed through the hall.

Elena's past was gradually unfolded in Moses's mind as he heard Hawk narrated slowly.

From beginning to end, Moses just listened quietly, until Hawk's story approached its conclusion.

After hearing Hawk's story, Moses finally understood why Hawk had brought objects imbued with Post-Mortem Nen from various ruins or tombs.

No.

It was only after meeting Elena that he gradually started selecting those objects with strong Post-Mortem Nen...

It's not about money, nor is it because of personal interest.

Rather, it was Elena's resolve to eliminate these highly threatening Post-Mortem Nen that might someday reappear in the world.

This was her determination as a Nen Exorcist.

It has nothing to do with self-interest or righteousness.

It was simply because she believed it had to be done.

Libra.

It was the last burial object Hawk brought out from a royal tomb.

Just like before, Elena was supposed to slowly eliminate the Post-Mortem Nen from Libra, and then Hawk would find the next threatening item to eradicate.

However-

The sudden attack by the Seirin Group eventually led to Elena's death, Libra being suppressed in the Nen Space, Hawk being eroded by Libra's Post-Mortem Nen, and Moses dying and coming back to life...

It was also from that moment on that Hawk no longer had the extra energy and time to continue his old work. Instead, he focused entirely on finding a way to resolve the curse of the Post-Mortem Nen.

He didn't care how he died, but he couldn't let the curse be passed on to Moses.

This was Hawk's meaning and faith for living on.

"She's really foolish."

After knowing Elena's past, Moses lowered his eyes and sighed softly.

'Not for money, nor for fame.'

'It is simply to eliminate some Post-Mortem Nen that may threaten others.'

'Thus, Hawk, who never disturbed or destroyed various ruins and tombs, ended up with Elena, who sought neither money nor fame and only wanted to eradicate any threatening Post-Mortem Nen.'

'And in the end, they paid a heavy price...'

"But I don't hate it."

Moses stared at the various relics on the altar.

Hawk looked at Moses and smiled silently. Then, he seemed to suddenly think of something and said with some emotion, "I have been to many unknown ruins and tombs, so I know very well that dangerous things like Libra are not rare, it's just that they have not been discovered by humans yet."

"It doesn't matter. I will take action."

Moses said calmly.

This is not a joke, nor is it about inheriting Elena's approach.

If he had the Nen Exorcism Chance, and then a 'disaster-level' Post-Mortem Object like Libra that could harm humans appeared in the world…

Then he will definitely take action.

Not only because he wouldn't choose to turn a blind eye, but also because doing so would bring him benefits.

However, Hawk didn't know the reasoning behind it, and instead, he started to have wild thoughts and was a little absent-minded for a moment.

'Justice, kindness...'

'So-'

'Is that why you choose the path of a Blacklist Hunter?'

Hawk believed he saw some shining qualities in Moses.

That night.

Menchi used the available ingredients and worked hard to prepare a table full of delicious dishes.

It was the first time Hawk had tasted the delicious food made by Menchi. He was amazed that he nearly swallowed his tongue along with the food.

He kept giving Menchi the thumbs up, and while wolfing down the food, he also continuously praised Menchi's excellent cooking skills.

Even though Menchi was used to receiving compliments, she still felt a little embarrassed by this.

The next morning.

Hawk got up early and planned to clean the temple before officially opening it to welcome pilgrims.

But as soon as he stepped out of his room, he saw Menchi was already sweeping the courtyard.

"Not bad!"

Hawk's eyes were full of admiration, and he was becoming more and more satisfied with Menchi.

Since Hawk had just returned, Moses was not in a hurry to leave. He stayed in the temple for a week before telling Hawk that he was leaving.

"Go ahead."

Though he was a little reluctant, Hawk hid these emotions in his heart.

On this day,

Moses and Menchi packed their bags and were ready to set off.

Rat Jewel has turned into a necklace with a blue beadand was worn around Moses's neck.

When not needed for action, it turns into a necklace to conserve its energy.

"Bon Voyage."

Hawk stood at the temple gate, looking at the two vibrant young individuals.

Moses nodded to Hawk, then turned and left.

"Bye Uncle Hawk!"

Menchi waved her hand before catching up with Moses.

Hawk watched the two people leave with a smile. It was until he could no longer see Moses and Menchi's backs that the smile on his face slowly disappeared, and his expression turned into a somewhat lonely one.