The effortless combat techniques on display were truly admirable.
"The addition of my Nen beasts not only adds to my combat power but also greatly enhances my own individual abilities."
"First, there's the feedback of aura."
The emergence of Killer Queen had significantly increased Ron's aura.
Baki Hanma's appearance had the same effect.
Ron's aura now exceeded the typical capacity for a D-rank Nen user; one could even say it had reached the level of a C-rank Nen user.
"And then there are the skills and physical techniques."
"I can learn directly from them."
"Killer Queen doesn't contribute much in this regard."
"This is because she doesn't have many skills in close combat, while I've been trained in the Zoldyck family techniques since childhood."
"But Baki Hanma is different."
"Baki Hanma possesses a wealth of techniques, and they differ from the Zoldyck family's style."
"If I manage to learn all of them, my own capabilities will be significantly upgraded."
Even a long-range Nen user cannot afford to be too weak in their physical form.
Top-tier Nen users, regardless of their category, enhance their physical bodies.
For instance, Shizuku from the Conjuration category, Chrollo from the Specialization category, Razor from the Emitter category, and Illumi from the Manipulation category…
All possess immense physical strength.
Moreover, they have top-notch fighting skills and techniques.
This is something Ron also needs.
When Killer Queen realized her close-combat abilities were inferior to Baki Hanma's, she proactively retreated, wanting to use her abilities to turn the tide.
Baki chased after her.
However, just as Baki took a step forward, the ground beneath him suddenly exploded.
There was no sound, but the explosive force was not to be underestimated.
Baki Hanma's body was sent flying into the air.
Typically, if a person is blown into the air, they become an easy target.
Previously, Ron and Killer Queen had taken advantage of such opportunities to inflict serious damage on many opponents.
Seeing Baki in mid-air, Killer Queen's eyes lit up.
She prepared to launch a more intense attack against him.
But at that moment, Baki skillfully regained his balance in mid-air with exceptional control over his body.
He stabilized himself.
Killer Queen's attack graced him.
She had missed.
The moment he landed, Baki Hanma charged again at Killer Queen.
Ron had no intention of letting the two Nen beasts hold back.
After all, they were Nen beasts.
Even if they were severely damaged, what was truly lost was just Ron's aura.
Once his aura recovered, the Nen beasts could return to their original states.
Facing Baki Hanma's fierce assault, Killer Queen continuously retreated.
However, she did not hold back and counterattacked fiercely.
Baki Hanma was also covered in wounds.
He was missing an arm.
Killer Queen had used a bomb to blow off one of Baki Hanma's arms.
"Creak!"
The sound of a door opening echoed.
Ron quickly concealed his figure in the shadows.
A patrolling staff member entered.
Holding a flashlight, he scanned the surroundings.
"What was that sound?"
The staff member had come after hearing the commotion, but after a quick survey, he found no one around.
Yet the noise grew louder.
"Boom!"
"Boom!"
"Boom!"
Those sounds were the clashes between Killer Queen and Baki.
"Crack!"
Suddenly, a dent appeared in the arena, the ground shattered, and cracks spread like a spider web.
The staff member's pupils dilated.
"What is this?"
However, since the staff member was not a Nen user and could not condense Nen, he couldn't see Killer Queen and Baki Hanma.
In this situation, the staff member immediately considered some unpleasant possibilities.
"Could it be a ghost?"
The staff member's face turned pale with fear, and he turned on his heel to run.
Once the staff member left, Ron emerged.
"Stop."
Ron issued a command to Killer Queen and Baki Hanma.
Then, with another thought, the two Nen beasts vanished.
Through this battle, Ron had evaluated Baki; in close combat, he was incredibly strong, effectively overwhelming Killer Queen.
The two Nen beasts were of the same level.
However, their focus was different.
In a true life-and-death battle, anyone could have a chance.
In a close encounter battle, engaging at close range, Baki Hanma would likely prevail.
But if given time to prepare, Killer Queen would emerge victorious.
The ability of the first bomb also worked on Nen beasts.
"If we compare him to Nen users from this world, Baki Hanma can be likened to Uvogin from the Phantom Troupe, an Enchanter Nen user."
"He excels in head-on confrontations."
"And Killer Queen can be likened to a Conjurer-type Nen user from Greed Island, known as 'The Bomber.'"
"She excels at prepared battles."
Of course, Ron's analogy was merely stylistic and had nothing to do with their actual strengths.
"Right now, neither Killer Queen nor Baki Hanma is strong enough."
"But in the future, Baki Hanma will definitely surpass Uvogin."
"And Killer Queen will undoubtedly be stronger than Genthru."
Ron held this confidence firmly.
His bloodline flowed with Zoldyck heritage, and among the Zoldyck family, his talents could be considered exceptional. After all, he had caught the attention of Maha Zoldyck.
Additionally, he also had the advantage of being a traveller from another world.
### The Next Day
Within the staff of the 200th floor of the Sky Arena, a rumour began to circulate about ghosts.
"There are ghosts in the arena that make noises at midnight!"
"Whatever you do, don't go to the arena at night."
When Ron passed by and overheard this rumour, he paused for a moment.
However, he didn't give it much thought.
The rumours originated from him; there were no actual ghosts—only his Nen beasts fighting. It wouldn't be long before the rumours faded away.
Ron was very pleased with Baki Hanma as a Nen beast.
Different styles of Nen beasts could adapt to various combat scenarios.
"Ding-ding-ding!"
A ringtone rang out.
Ron pulled out his phone and answered.
"Ron."
"Grandpa Zeno."
"Are we meeting at the same location as last time?"
"Yes."
"I'll be there in two days."
"Okay."
After hanging up, Ron calculated the time.
Then, he made a decision.
Ron went to the front desk.
"I'd like to apply for a recent match."
"Can it be tomorrow? Someone has already signed up for tomorrow's fight."
"Tomorrow? That works."
The rules on the 200th floor of the Sky Arena stated that after applying for a match, competitors would be placed on a preparation list.
If there were only two people on the preparation list, they would automatically be matched against each other.
If there were many competitors on the preparation list, matches would be randomized.
Participants could not directly choose their opponents.
However, they could arrange their matches based on application timing.
If both competitors agreed to fight each other, they could make a mutual agreement.
Ron had researched the competitors on the 200th floor of the Sky Arena.
There was basically no one who could pose a threat to him.