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Chapter 123: Struggle x Ren - Unleashing Rage!

"You... You just learned Ten and Zetsu. Are you insane? Why do you want to jump straight into learning more? No, you need to master the basics first! There's one technique that's technically considered a basic technique, but its requirements are way harder, and it's strictly tied to your aura reserves," Menchi responds sharply.

"Then at least tell me about the two other major principles you mentioned," Alex replies, clearly annoyed by her refusal.

"Well, I can tell you, at least. You're still missing Ren, which is a bit like Ten, but it generates a far larger amount of aura and projects it outward in an explosive way. This is your main fighting skill because it significantly boosts your strength and durability. Ten is purely defensive, while Ren forms the foundation of offensive Nen techniques," Menchi explains.

"The last major principle is Hatsu, and it's a bit more complicated. Hatsu is your personal Nen technique, unique to you. It's your own expression of Nen, involving the creation of a technique that reflects who you are. It's tricky because everyone falls into one of six different Nen types. I won't bother explaining those for now, especially since you already know a form of Hatsu. You need to forget about that for now and focus on mastering Ten and Zetsu! Besides, there are also the adv—"

"Menchi..." Linne interrupts, cutting her off again. "Alex, you seem pretty eager to learn Nen. Do you have some reason for wanting to master it so quickly?"

Alex thinks, Do I? The system said I could stay in this world a little longer after passing, so I should have more than just the week that's left of the exam. But still... I can't waste time.

He finally answers, "Yes and no. I'll need to go on a journey soon—not right away, and I think I have a few months. But I am in a bit of a hurry, which is why I want to master the basics as soon as possible. Once I have those down, I can keep polishing them on my own, even during my journey. I'm afraid if I don't learn them now, I won't have the chance to later."

Alex thinks calmly, Everything I said is true. I want to take my time, but I don't have that luxury. I need to learn these skills fast... maybe I'll be allowed to take a skill book back to the Realm with me?

"Now, Menchi, listen," Linne begins again. "Every student has their own circumstances. Alex is a reasonable man, but it looks like he's determined to progress quickly and learn the basics. How about I give you some motivation? Since my student is your master, that makes me your grandmaster, doesn't it? If Alex can master the four major principles of Nen before the exam ends, I'll give you something really special. I'll even write it down for you during the time we have left. Does that motivate you?"

Linne's mischievous grin grows as she adds, "And Menchi, your student isn't a total beginner. He should be able to get the hang of Ren fairly soon. Of course, I mean just the basics, enough to use it briefly. Also, if you can make him succeed... you'll finally get the reward I promised you all those years ago!"

Menchi looks stunned. "Really?! Great! I guess we're going for it, then!" she says, a newfound determination in her voice.

[Hidden Quest updated:
Mission: Learn the Four Major Principles of Nen
Ten: 1/1 Zetsu: 1/1 Ren: 0/1 Hatsu: ERROR/1
Reward: ???
Time Limit: Until the end of the Hunter Exam
Failure: none]

Alex smiles excitedly, thinking, A reward? She's writing it down herself? Could it be... her Nen experience? Come to think of it, she stopped Menchi from mentioning the advanced techniques. I need to get my hands on this reward!