With Ope Ope no Mi in Marvel (Resident Evil, Marvel, Harry Potter)

"It's just a catalog, and yet it costs so much money. Upper society is indeed a completely different world for ordinary people." Daniel shook his head as he looked at the thick catalog he had bought for millions. This catalog contained images and detailed descriptions of all the items to be auctioned at Yorknew City, making it an invaluable resource for serious bidders.

Although the price was steep, the catalog offered comprehensive insights into the items available at the auction, making it a worthy investment for those hoping to secure valuable assets. The auction organizers also earned a substantial sum from selling these catalogs.

This was just the legitimate part of the auction. When considering the illegal and underground items, it was no wonder Yorknew City's annual auction attracted so many people. The wealth generated was simply immense. There were items that, while known to many, could not be openly auctioned—such as those desired by collectors of human specimens.

As time passed, September 1st arrived, and Yorknew City was flooded with visitors. Wealthy individuals came to participate in the auction, while those with less money sought opportunities to earn. The auction was a prime time for making money, particularly in the secondary market, where numerous vendors set up stalls. Yorknew City's auction felt like a grand market day.

The auction didn't only feature items from the organizers, the Ten Dons; it also accepted consignments from outsiders. For those with family heirlooms or treasures, this was a golden opportunity. However, not all treasures were auction-worthy. Items that didn't meet the standard could be traded in the secondary market, which was rife with counterfeit goods. Buyers had to rely on their own discernment.

"Don't miss out, don't miss out! A gem worth three million, and it could be yours!" As Daniel wandered through the secondary market, he was surprised to hear a familiar voice—Leorio's.

Pushing through the crowd, Daniel finally saw Leorio, Killua, and Gon. Gon was currently arm-wrestling a burly man, visibly struggling and sweating. After much effort, Gon managed to win. A young man quickly approached Gon with enthusiasm.

"So they're here to hustle," Daniel thought, realizing what was happening. Given Gon's strength, arm-wrestling with ordinary people shouldn't make him break a sweat.

Conditional auctions were a common practice in the secondary market, and it seemed Leorio was using this method to make money. It was a clever tactic but one that would only be effective for a short time. Eventually, people would catch on, especially after witnessing Gon's unconvincing performance.

"They've arrived. Makes sense since tonight is the first night of the auction." Just as Daniel was about to approach Killua, he noticed four familiar figures in the crowd—the Phantom Troupe members: Machi, Shizuku, Feitan, and Franklin.

"Too bad they're so ruthless," Daniel thought, focusing on Machi. She appeared to be a petite, sweet girl but was actually a thorny rose.

After a brief conversation, Shizuku left the group, paid the fee, and sat opposite Gon. This time, Gon didn't have to fake it; he genuinely struggled and broke into a sweat. Killua, watching this, laughed, thinking Gon's performance had improved.

After a tense struggle, Gon barely won against Shizuku. After she left, Gon wiped his forehead and took deep breaths.

The arm-wrestling match was purely a test of physical strength, with neither side using Nen. For seasoned Nen users who constantly enhanced their bodies, their physical strength far surpassed that of ordinary people, even without using Nen.

"You were too convincing this time. What happened earlier?" Killua whispered to Gon after Shizuku left.

"This time I wasn't faking it. She was really strong," Gon replied, still staring at Shizuku's departing figure. He was well aware of his own strength, making it all the more surprising that an ordinary-looking girl had such immense power.

"Is she a world arm-wrestling champion?" Killua speculated, watching Shizuku walk away.

"I'll go next," a bespectacled young man said, seizing the opportunity to challenge Gon. Many spectators believed Gon was now exhausted, having struggled against an ordinary girl, and thought it was their chance to win the gem.

"It's a pity I lost. I really wanted that gem," Shizuku said, shaking her wrist after returning to her group.

"Why didn't you use your left hand?" Machi asked, puzzled.

"Oh, I saw he used his right hand and forgot," Shizuku admitted. Her left hand was stronger, ranking twelfth in the Phantom Troupe's arm strength competition. Despite the troupe having only thirteen members, they were all incredibly strong, making Shizuku's rank impressive.

"Should we go back and try again?" Franklin suggested.

"No need. The leader's task is more important," Shizuku declined, her poor memory aside, she never took chances when it came to the leader's orders.

"Exactly. We're thieves. If we want something, we just take it," Feitan's cold voice echoed as the four walked away.

"Machi's Nen ability is quite impressive. I should find an opportunity to learn it," Daniel thought, watching them leave. Machi's ability would complement the Surgery Fruit perfectly.

"Killua, what are you guys doing here?" With this thought, Daniel approached Killua, deciding not to follow the Troupe for now.

"Hey, it's you!" Killua greeted him with a smile and a wave.

"How are you?" Daniel had given up on correcting Killua and Gon's manner of address.

"We're making money," Killua replied.

As time passed, fewer people challenged Gon, and soon the crowd dispersed. Seeing no more challengers, Killua, Gon, and Leorio ended the conditional auction and found a hotel for a meal.

"Making money? You earned quite a bit at the Sky Arena. What happened to that money?" Daniel asked curiously as they ate.

"We lost it all betting online," Killua admitted, his face souring.

"It was Killua's idea. He insisted we could win more, but we lost everything," Gon grumbled quietly.

"I just wanted us to make enough money quickly. How was I supposed to know we'd have such bad luck?" Killua retorted.

"Losing over 20 billion online… Only you two could manage that," Daniel said with a wry smile, shaking his head. Most kids would get a severe scolding from their parents for losing that much money, but these two seemed unfazed since it was money they had earned themselves.

Online gambling was risky unless you had advanced computer skills. Winning consistently was nearly impossible.

"Even though we earned a lot, it's still far from what we need," Leorio noted, frowning as he calculated their earnings.

"What do you need so much money for? Is there something at the auction you want?" Daniel asked with a smile.

"Yes, Gon found the next clue about his father. It's in a game called Greed Island, but the game is incredibly expensive. Even Milluki couldn't get his hands on it," Killua explained.

"So you want to buy Greed Island? No need for that. I have the game."

"Really?" Gon and Killua exclaimed, their hands slamming on the table in excitement.

"Yes, I got the game earlier. After we eat, I'll show you."

"Thank you, mister! We'll treat you to dinner," Killua said, ordering more food as Gon and Leorio relaxed.

"So this is Greed Island. It looks amazing. Gon, get the game card out," Killua said, inspecting the game console in Daniel's hotel room.

"Here," Gon said, handing over the card Ging had left him.

"Wait a minute. Let's not rush. How much do you know about this game?" Daniel asked, stopping Killua.

"We only know it's a game my father Ging created. Is there something wrong with it?" Killua asked, setting the console aside.

"Being reckless won't do. Let me tell you what I know about Greed Island. This game is played in real life and comes with significant risks," Daniel explained, detailing the basics of Greed Island.

"A game that you physically enter? That's incredible. How is it possible?" Leorio asked, fascinated.

"It's done with Nen. Don't tell me you haven't learned Nen yet," Daniel said, turning to Leorio.

"Of course, I know about Nen. I've mastered Ten," Leorio replied proudly.

"Only the basics? What have you been doing all this time?" Killua asked, puzzled.

"Ten is just the foundation. There's much more to learn. I'll teach you when I get a chance," Daniel said, explaining the advanced techniques of Nen.

"Leorio's experience is quite typical," Daniel thought. Many new hunters only learned the basics and were left to figure out the rest on their own, unlike Kurapika, who had a dedicated teacher guiding him.

"I'm not in a rush. I'm focused on my medical studies," Leorio said. His poor performance was due not only to his inadequate instruction but also his lack of effort. He planned to study Nen seriously later.

"If you get the chance, you should prioritize learning Nen. Some Nen abilities can greatly benefit a doctor's work," Daniel advised, briefly explaining the medical applications of Nen. Leorio was unaware of this aspect of Nen.

"That sounds amazing," Leorio said, looking at Gon and Killua for confirmation. Seeing them nod, he began to understand its importance.

"This game is difficult to exit once you're inside. Some people never make it out and give up trying. You should handle any external matters before entering," Daniel cautioned. Greed Island required special cards to exit, which were hard to obtain for some players.

The hundred Greed Island consoles had many locked up by players who couldn't leave, preventing new players from entering

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"I'll borrow this for a bit," Daniel said, examining the iron piece inscribed with runes that Gon had brought out. Since Gon wanted to keep it as a memento from Ging, Daniel decided to copy the runes instead.

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