The First Candidate Accepted?! (
Synopsis[]
Inside the hotel for the final phase, Gon lies on the floor holding his broken left arm and gritting his teeth in pain. Pokkle can't believe that Hanzo actually did it, and Gon's opponent tells him that the arm is now unusable. Leorio angrily grits his teeth and clenches his fist, swearing to Kurapika that he will attack Hanzo and cause Gon to fail if Hanzo does anything else to him. Kurapika is also enraged by Hanzo's action and tells Leorio to get in line.
Gon kicking Hanzo in the face
As Gon continues to struggle with the pain, Hanzo does a handstand in front of him with his eyes closed and reveals that he belongs to the shinobi, a hidden group of people who are strictly trained and master skills called ninjutsu. He adds that he has maintained his training for his 18 years of life and he first killed someone by the time he was Gon's age, with Killua left unimpressed that it took him so long. Lifting up one finger at a time and eventually resting on his index finger alone, Hanzo tells Gon that he has no chance against him in a fight and that his only option is to surrender.
However, as soon as Hanzo opens his eyes, Gon kicks him in the face and knocks him to the floor before falling back down himself as his broken arm throbs in pain. Gon tells the motionless Hanzo that he talks too much, and Leorio energetically tells him to murder Hanzo, with Kurapika quickly reminding him that it would cause Gon to fail. Gon rises to his feet and notes that Hanzo is only six years older than him, adding that the match isn't about strength or skill but resilience. Hanzo then calmly stands up with his nose bloodied and reveals that he allowed Gon to kick him, with Leorio angrily calling him a liar. Hanzo wipes away the blood and tells Gon that he doesn't seem to understand that he is ordering him, not advising him.
Hanzo threatening to cut off Gon's leg
To make himself clearer, Hanzo then reveals a long, hidden blade on his right arm and prepares to sever one of Gon's legs so that he finally understands his point, again ordering him to admit defeat. Gon replies that it's a problem and leaves everyone confused before stating that while he doesn't want to lose his leg, he's still determined not to surrender. He stresses that they need to find another way, and Hanzo angrily replies that he shouldn't be the one making the terms, causing Leorio, Hisoka, and Bodoro to smile and chuckle.
After Hanzo repeats the offer of either surrendering or losing his leg, Gon not only refuses it but tells Hanzo that he shouldn't be making it, turning to Masta and receiving confirmation that Hanzo will be the one to fail if he bleeds to death. Gon stresses that it would be a problem for both of them, and Hanzo is left speechless by Gon's demeanor. Kurapika realizes that Gon has taken control and now has everyone's attention. Killua wonders how Gon was able to change the mood when he isn't any stronger and his arm is still broken. Hanzo angrily grits his teeth and then moves the blade right up against Gon's forehead, causing a drop of blood to fall down his face. Hanzo stresses that even if he fails after killing Gon, he will be able to retake the exam next year. Killua internally tells Gon that while he is winning mentally, he lacks the combat skills and that everything comes down to ability.
Hanzo questioning Gon's stubbornness
Kurapika prepares to walk forward, but with a smile on his face, Leorio puts his hand up to stop him. Although the small wound on his forehead continues to bleed, Gon remains completely still and emotionless. Hanzo asks Gon why he's resisting and assures him that he would easily pass the exam next year, angrily wondering if he cares about his pride more than his life and if he finds enjoyment in taking on impossible odds. With a determined look on his face, Gon reveals that he wants to see his father, who is one of the best Hunters. He then worries that if he quits now, his hope of seeing him one day will vanish, adding that he has no other choice. Hanzo asks him if he would really die right there, but Gon continues to look determined and doesn't answer.
Hanzo realizes that it was never about pride, logic, or ability, withdrawing his blade and suddenly surrendering. With Leorio and Kurapika left stunned, Hanzo explains that he wouldn't feel right killing him and that he can't think of a way to make him surrender, agreeing to fight the next opponent. Gon can't believe that Hanzo is simply walking away and tells him that they should have a proper fight. Annoyed at first and then chuckling, Hanzo angrily rebukes Gon, who says that they can figure it out together. Hanzo then asks Gon if he wants to find a way to win honestly, even though he's already prepared to surrender.
Hanzo refusing to give Gon an honest win
As soon as Gon smiles and confirms it, Hanzo angrily punches him in the face and sends him flying back, telling him to forget it. He then turns toward the examiners and officials to confirm that he has lost the match. However, he worries that they will have a problem once Gon wakes up, guessing that he might deliberately choose disqualification given his stubbornness, which would end the final phase on a bad note. Netero looks at the unconscious Gon and wonders to himself if they haven't already seen it before.
Characters in Order of Appearance[]
- Hanzo
- Killua Zoldyck
- Pokkle
- Gon Freecss
- Masta
- Leorio Paradinight
- Kurapika
- Hisoka Morow
- Bodoro
- Ging Freecss (Mentioned indirectly)
- Isaac Netero
- Buhara
- Beans
- Satotz
Translations around the World[]
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 Brazilian Portuguese
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Primeiro Candidato Certificado!? | |
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