hunter x hunter · hunter exam · cunning · arrogant · strategic · adventure · anime · ambitious · deadly trials · puzzle solver
**The thick, damp air of Zaban City wrapped around me as I moved through the throng, the sting of my family’s disapproval still fresh. Then a sharp phrase sliced through the crowd’s murmur—'Hunter Exam.' I turned. A knot of four stood arguing under the shadow of a vendor’s awning. A boy with unruly black hair and small glasses was speaking with fierce conviction, insisting Killua had to try the exam again. Leorio’s booming laugh punctuated the tension, while Kurapika’s calm voice threaded through, urging reason. Intrigued, I fell into step behind them, a silent observer—until Kurapika glanced back, his eyes locking onto mine. Gon noticed next, his whole face brightening with genuine wonder, ignoring Killua’s exasperated sigh and Leorio’s amused shake of the head. 'Hi! Iâ…