Chapter 120

On a city street with crosswalks and buildings, Gon and Killua walk side by side. Gon, in a black-and-white jacket and loose pants, carries a small wrapped item and looks toward Killua. Killua, wearing a light shirt and dark pants, holds a book under one arm and eats a small snack with his free hand, smiling casually as they move along the sidewalk.

Gon lies in bed with a calm expression as Killua sits nearby. "YEAH... THAT'S TRUE..." someone says. "IF ONLY HIS FEVER WOULD STAY UP..." Gon suddenly sits up on the windowsill, looking out. "ER... YEAH... BUT..." Gon says while Killua reacts with surprise. "WAIT A SEC! DO YOU REALIZE WHAT YOU JUST SAID?!" Killua exclaims. Gon stares seriously ahead. "EVERYTHING WOULD END WITHOUT ANOTHER FIGHT WITH THE RYODAN. IF THE AUCTIONS COULD END LIKE THIS..." The scene shifts to a chaotic memory of Kurapika fighting the Phantom Troupe. "AND WE COULD HAVE RUN AWAY WHEN WE WERE ALONE WITH PAKUNODA. YEAH... IF HE REALLY WANTED TO GET REVENGE, HE WOULDN'T HAVE SAVED US, AND WOULD HAVE KILLED THE BOSS AFTER TRICKING THE OTHER ONES." "WHEN HE EXPLAINED EVERYTHING ABOUT NEN TO US, I THOUGHT... KURAPIKA ISN'T LIKE THAT." Killua stands with a serious look. "I DON'T KNOW WHY, BUT I DON'T THINK KURAPIKA SHOULD FIGHT THE RYODAN AGAIN." Gon looks down thoughtfully. "HE WOULD HAVE CHOSEN TO DEVELOP A DIFFERENT SKILL. IF HE REALLY WAS THINKING ABOUT REVENGE..."

Killua continues analyzing Kurapika's situation. "EVEN IF HE WERE CAPTURING ONE, HE WOULD NEED TO WATCH OUT BEFORE THE OTHER NAILED HIM. KURAPIKA DOESN'T NEED A SOLITARY OPPONENT." "ONE ON ONE, IT'S POSSIBLE, BUT..." Gon sits on the windowsill holding a can. "DON'T YOU THINK THERE ARE EASIER WAYS WHEN YOU REALLY WISH TO KILL SOMEONE?" "YES... YOU THINK SO?" Killua responds. A magazine cover reading "BUNGE" appears in the background. "AH... TRUE... PLUS, HE NEEDED TO GET INFO ON THE OTHERS..." A close-up shows Killua's serious profile. "I THINK IT'S A SKILL THAT CAN EXIST ONLY FOR REVENGE. SEEN THAT WAY, IT'S THE BEST SKILL." A girl with long hair appears. "I HAVE REAL FRIENDS... HE'S CHANGED..." Gon faces the girl. "AT THE BEGINNING, IT MAY HAVE BEEN HIS OBJECTIVE, BUT NOW... THAT'S TRUE." The scene shifts to an outdoor city view with buildings. "IF THEIR BOSS DOESN'T COME OUT, THE OTHERS WILL DO EVERYTHING THEY CAN TO FIND KURAPIKA." "YES." "WELL, I UNDERSTAND WHAT YOU MEAN WHEN YOU SAY YOU WISH KURAPIKA WOULD STAY IMMOBILIZED FOR A WHILE."

A figure sits before a laptop, fingers tapping keys as a small "BIP" icon appears on screen beside a plate of food. In a cluttered room with brick walls and heavy graffiti reading "HEL" and "PSOUUP," the group discusses their next move. Someone says they will need to be extremely careful when heading to the auction room. Killua reassures that there is no information available. Gon stares seriously, recalling that he had been convinced a bounty would appear on their heads and Kurapika's via the 'net.' The black-haired boy leans in close, demanding to know if the plan mentioned earlier truly exists. Gon reacts with shock, reminding everyone that he was originally told there was a seventy percent chance of success. Another voice cuts in that the odds are now fifty-fifty. The final speaker insists that because they lack sufficient money they must rely on the plan.

The laptop screen is now dark. The group agrees the safest approach is to reach the auction by car. Leorio will handle Kurapika while three members including Zepairu will proceed together. Killua asks for clarification on the exact plan. The black-haired boy presses for details, questioning if there is any particular risk involved. Outside a multi-story building, the white-haired boy hesitates, saying he does not want to be disappointed and would rather not rely on anyone else. The black-haired boy accepts the explanation with a resigned "Bah, whatever." The final wide panel shows a cluttered floor covered in scattered papers, an open book, a calculator, a crushed can labeled "Zepairu," and a pair of scissors, indicating the aftermath of their planning session.

A character with wide eyes states firmly, "I DON'T THINK WE HAVE ANY OTHER CHOICE." Nearby, another voice considers, "INTERESTING... WELL... HOW SHOULD I SAY THIS..." Gon, perched on a high ledge in his casual clothes, replies thoughtfully, "I SEE..." A close-up shows intense eyes as the speaker continues, "WHY DIDN'T I THINK OF IT BEFORE...? IT MAY WORK!" The response comes, "REALISTIC, AND WITHOUT ANY RISK." In the next moment Gon and Killua face each other excitedly. Killua asks, "YOU THINK ?" Gon grins and declares, "WE HAVE HIGH CHANCES!! PROBABLY 80%, NOT 50%!!" Gon adds with a clenched fist, "THIS MIGHT WORK !!" The scene shifts to Gon and Killua now dressed in formal black suits and bow ties, standing confidently with an older man in a suit positioned between them in the background. Bold sound effects emphasize the dramatic pose.

A curly-haired driver speaks into a headset, announcing, "TO THE AUCTION ROOM OF SOUTHERN PEACE." A white luxury car speeds along the road. Inside the vehicle Gon and Killua examine a newspaper. The article states, "IN THE AFTERNOON, IN HALL B, SALE OF ONE COPY." THAT'S WHAT'S WRITTEN." Gon confirms, "YEAH..." Killua adds, "TODAY, THERE WILL BE ONLY ONE COPY FOR AUCTION." Gon continues, "AND IN THAT CASE, MY PLAN WILL HAVE AN 80% CHANCE OF SUCCESS." Killua notes, "HE SHOULD BE THERE TOO." The final panel reveals a stern close-up of the older man in a tuxedo with the dramatic caption, "THE BILLIONAIRE BATTERA!"

In the opulent entrance hall of the auction building, crowds of formally dressed men and women gather and converse. One man remarks that it is natural to want sole ownership of something one likes, while another questions the intense interest in the item. A third voice declares the target is Greed Island. An elderly man with a stern face admits his jealousy, explaining his love is simple and pure, though he notes the high selling price and wonders why this particular game draws such focus. He then states firmly that his reasons are his own business, adding that compared to the fortune he spent to end the game, the current price is nothing. Nearby, Gon and Killua approach two suited attendants. Gon asks if there is a refreshment bar nearby, and one attendant replies it is about ten minutes away while the other asks how much time remains before the auctions open. The attendants direct them onward with a polite gesture, indicating the way to Hall B as the boys proceed down the corridor. A sharp cracking sound echoes from the floor.

From behind, a bald man in a black suit surveys the vast auction auditorium filled with seated attendees. Gon and Killua stand beside him, reacting with surprise and excitement at the scale of the hall. In a side conversation, suited men comment that people are not used to seeing children here, but note that their formal clothes still draw attention anyway. Another man adds that it is fortunate everyone is dressed in suits and evening gowns. Gon and Killua, now wearing tuxedos and bow ties, receive numbered paddles; Gon holds paddle 201. A spiky-haired man reacts with a surprised "OH!" while Gon and Killua exchange puzzled looks. In the seating area, the bald man sits sternly among other formally dressed guests as the auction proceeds.

Gon and Killua burst forward at full speed, their bodies leaning into a powerful dash as motion lines explode around them. Gon shouts in alarm while Killua keeps pace beside him. Below, the two boys skid to a halt and stare in shock at a tall man in a tuxedo who strides calmly toward them. The tuxedo man speaks evenly, 'DON'T BE AFRAID. WE HAVE NO INTENTIONS OF KILLING YOU.' Gon and Killua react with surprise and confusion, one asking 'HOW SHOULD I KNOW??!' while the other yells 'WHAT THE HELL ARE THEY DOING HERE?!' The tuxedo man continues walking forward as Gon and Killua back away slightly, their expressions tense.

The tuxedo-wearing man explains that a chain was pointed at Danchou's heart and that killing the chain user would not be clever. He notes the chain user's cleverness and questions why the other way around was not considered. The man states that Nen does not necessarily disappear after death and can even become stronger in some cases. He elaborates that the Nen of the dead is stronger than imaginable because the rush of negative Nen prevents it from fading. If the chain user is killed before resolving his hatred, his Nen will become more powerful and the chain will fall into that category. The boys listen intently, with Killua reacting with realization.

A silhouette shows one figure kneeling while another stands and touches their head, with smoke rising as text explains that some Nen users can remove Nen imposed by others. Among Nen users, the speaker refuses to say more. Pakunoda watches silently with a neutral expression. The suited man with an earring looks tense and states he knows he said too much. An elderly man with a headband sits holding a staff and explains that those who can erase Nen left by the dead are few. He describes how ordinary people ignore the existence of Nen, but among those with spiritual powers, some are called Nen erasers or cleaners who free someone from Nen that imprisons them. In the final panel, Gon, Killua, and another figure stand with their backs to the viewer. One says they have nothing against the group anymore. Danchou has left to search for a famous eraser, and they are just waiting for him.

The suited man explains that when the others understood Hisoka had lied, they returned home. He states they came simply as potential buyers for a pleasure excursion and that the chain guy's weakness is now known so there is no need to hurry. Gon reacts with surprise, saying Pakunoda too. The suited man holds up a book and notes it is obviously a stolen copy. Suddenly he declares she is dead. Gon and Killua react with shock as the man asks why they do not run away, noting that Gon is wounded and would have no problem outdistancing him. He offers that if Gon gives him the slip, he will have nothing left to exchange and Gon’s friend will be able to kill Danchou without any problems. Gon points at him while questioning the offer.

Gon and Killua stand facing each other on a rooftop. Gon asks, "YOU COMING ?" Killua replies, "SO?" Close-ups show their determined eyes. Gon insists, "IT'S BECAUSE HE'S OUR FRIEND THAT WE DON'T!!" Killua counters, "IF EVERYTHING COULD BE SETTLED WITH AN EXCHANGE OF HOSTAGES, THAT WOULD BE THE BEST SOLUTION!!" and "WE DON'T WANT HIM TO END UP KILLING SOMEONE!!" A man with his back to the viewer says, "WAS VERY GRATEFUL TO YOU." Another voice adds, "PAKUL..." Gon and Killua turn with surprised expressions. Nearby, a long-haired man and a bald man in a suit also look on. The scene shifts to a grand building as a booming announcement declares, "THE AUCTION OF SOUTHERN PEACE IS NOW DECLARED OPEN!!" followed by "LADIES AND GENTLEMEN..."

A stern older man in a formal tuxedo and bow tie stares directly forward with a serious, unyielding expression. His face fills the lower portion of the otherwise empty white page, conveying authority and tension.