It's obvious that something happened between the Ant King and this blind girl.
This is something that doesn't even need to be asked; from the information gathered, they can already deduce this answer.
They were truly curious about what kind of story unfolded between the Ant King and this blind girl during this time,
What could have transpired to make the Ant King act this way?
His final act and the words he left behind weren't for his three royal guards or due to hatred toward humanity.
Instead, it was all about his deep attachment and concern for this blind girl.
This can be considered a love that surpasses the emotions of normal creatures, a cross-species, and tragic romance…
Knuckle pondered this and imagined grand scenarios in his mind.
As a Beast Hunter, he was extremely emotional and had seen many instances of love and hatred between animals.
In the diverse world of hunters, what kind of cross-species love had he not witnessed?
From what he knew, there were many fanatical people or those with emotions beyond the ordinary.
They would direct their passion toward beings in the natural world.
There were many examples of humans marrying gorillas or humans mating with giant lizards...
Knuckle had seen countless such cases when he first became a Beast Hunter.
Because of this, he was perhaps the most supportive among the group on this matter.
"I support not killing them!"
Knuckle just shared his opinion: "Of course, I also support everyone's view."
He balanced his personal opinion with the group's decision very well.
He shared his thoughts but respected the team's overall choice.
However…
Everyone just looked at Knuckle, then quickly looked away.
Could they still give their opinions now?
Didn't they see Lan and Chairman Netero both standing here?
If these two had any intention of dealing with Neferpitou or the blind girl, they wouldn't have let everyone see them or know about this situation.
Lan had already texted them beforehand, and if they had any plans to kill the other party, he would have taken care of them before they even arrived.
And the meeting location had been chosen specifically where the blind girl was being treated...
This clearly shows Lan's thoughts and opinions.
They weren't stupid enough to give opposing views.
"Well, since no one has any objections..."
Lan glanced around, and when he saw no one speaking, he nodded in satisfaction.
"Then this matter is settled."
He looked at Morel, who had taken out the pipe and was about to take a few puffs: "Mr. Morel, I will trouble you to report to the Hunter Association later."
"Cough, cough, I understand."
Morel lightly coughed while meeting Lan's gaze and putting away his pipe.
Well, he doesn't know if it's an illusion; he always feels that Lan doesn't like the smell of cigarettes, and he doesn't like others smoking in front of him, especially when it is secondhand smoke.
"I'll personally write the report to the Hunter Association..."
Morel spoke softly, then hesitated for a moment.
"As for Neferpitou and this human named Komugi..."
He glanced over there, then paused again: "I'll write in the report that they both died from the poisonous fog caused by the Poor Man's Rose, and their bodies were buried in the royal palace, just like how Shaiapouf's remains were wiped out."
Everyone knew Shaiapouf's fate; his death was caused by Ging, who was not present at the scene.
No one else said anything.
Lan nodded slightly: "A report like that is perfect."
As for the Chimera Ants that surrendered, they were not that significant. Therefore, Lan also temporarily put them into Knov's four-level mansion.
Waiting to put them on the Greed Island after the incident is over.
"Anyway, with Menthuthuyoupi, a royal guard who was captured alive, it is enough to complete the task..."
Morel reassured himself in his heart.
He was glad they made the decision to capture the other party alive.
With one living royal guard, as well as the fact that the Ant King was defeated and the Chimera Ants were completely destroyed, it seemed that the Hunter Association and V5 wouldn't have much to say.
They might even reward the members who came to exterminate the Chimera Ants.
The only problem was their extremely annoying Vice Chairman, Pariston.
He wondered what kind of restrictions or ridiculous conditions Pariston would come up with regarding this operation.
"Cough, cough!!"
Suddenly, two light coughs from Netero drew everyone's attention back.
"Are you alright, Chairman? Do you need further treatment?"
"We've already contacted the outside rescue team; they'll be here soon..."
Shoot and Knuckle, along with the others, quickly asked.
"No, don't trouble yourselves."
Netero coughed while waving his hand.
"I know my own body well; no need for any more treatments."
He spoke slowly, then looked at Morel, who had also approached with concern.
"By the way, when you send the report to the Hunter Association, remember to add more lines for me."
"What do you need, Chairman?"
Morel immediately placed his hand on his chest, decisively responding.
"As long as I can do it, I'll do it for you!"
"That's good."
Netero gave him a satisfied look, then continued: "You'll write that the chairman of the Hunter Association, Netero, is unable to perform his duties due to injuries."
"And since he can no longer fulfill the responsibilities, he has decided to resign from the position of Chairman of the Hunter Association."
"Well, write it nicely, and don't make any typos. I'm a man who cares about my reputation."
"Hohoho!"
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