ALL NOVEL Chapter 139: Chapter 139
Carrying a bag of dango and oden, Ron casually ate as he walked back to his hotel. Police sirens echoed faintly in the background, but no one paid any attention to him.
Once back in his room, Ron ordered Chii to submit the details of a completed assassin contract. Not long after, 1.2 billion Jenny was deposited into one of Ron's many accounts—just another day in the life of a Zoldyck assassin.
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#### A Private Conversation
Meanwhile, a middle-aged woman approached Morena.
"Morena," the woman said firmly.
Startled, Morena quickly shut her laptop.
"Are you still in contact with that boy from the airship?"
"I..." Morena began, but the woman interrupted her.
"Don't be so nervous. I'll allow you to stay in touch with your friend while you're in Yorknew. You can even invite him to spend time with you. But under no circumstances should you reveal anything about your true identity."
The woman paused before adding, "This privilege is limited to your time in Yorknew. And aside from me, no one else should know about this."
Morena's face lit up with surprise and joy.
"Really? I can?"
"Yes, but remember what I said."
The woman hesitated briefly before continuing, "When I was your age, I also longed for friendship. But I didn't have the chance. Now that you do, I won't stop you. Think of it as me fulfilling a dream through you."
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#### Ron's Realization
When Ron received an email from Morena, he was genuinely surprised.
By now, he had pieced together her identity—she was none other than the infamous illegitimate daughter of the King of Kakin, a second-tier royal.
Chii had helped Ron uncover more information. Morena had come with the Hei-Ly Family, but at this stage, she wasn't yet their leader—just a member. Their purpose in Yorknew was to attend the auction.
"Most likely, they're here for Fourth Prince Tserriednich," Ron speculated.
He remembered that in the original storyline's *Black Whale* arc, the Hei-Ly Family worked closely with Tserriednich. However, their alliance likely predated the events of the arc.
The Princes' Succession War and the *Egg of the King* ritual were longstanding Kakin traditions. Even King Nasubi had experienced them in his youth. The difference now was that the ritual wasn't conducted on the Black Whale.
"Fourth Prince Tserriednich has an obsessive interest in human organs," Ron mused. "He's one of the major collectors of the Scarlet Eyes. The Yorknew auction often features items like that. It would certainly pique his interest."
Morena's email, extending an invitation to meet, confirmed that her superiors had allowed her to maintain this friendship.
"No harm in that," Ron thought. "If they're willing to let Morena and me become friends, I won't refuse. Behind Morena stands the Kakin Empire, but behind me is the Zoldyck family. And the Zoldycks place far more value on me than the Kakin Empire does on Morena."
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#### A Day at the Arcade
The next day, Ron and Morena visited an arcade, spending the entire day playing games. By evening, they parted ways.
For Ron, it was just another day. But for Morena, it was one of the happiest times in her life.
The middle-aged woman overseeing Morena refrained from contacting Ron directly. However, she discreetly investigated him.
"Competitor at the 200th floor of Heaven's Arena?" she murmured. "And he's already achieved several victories?"
"For someone so young to reach this level... impressive. I wonder which faction he belongs to."
Her eyes glimmered with intrigue as she processed the information.
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#### The Yorknew Auction Begins
Finally, the renowned Yorknew auction commenced. Wealthy individuals and influential figures from around the world filled the event's numerous venues. More than just a single building, the auction spanned an entire complex.
Ron observed the presence of world mafia members throughout the venue, along with several Nen users.
"In the original storyline, the Phantom Troupe's attack on the auction saw the Shadow Beasts intervene. I wonder if the Shadow Beasts will appear this time as well," Ron thought.
At the entrance, Ron presented his invitation to the guards. After verifying it, they handed it back to him.
"This way, please," the guard said.
Ron followed the flow of people into the venue. His crystal orb, which had been absorbing traits at a slow pace, resumed its normal speed as the auction officially began.
Taking a seat in the audience, Ron observed the stage as a woman stepped forward. She was beautiful, well-proportioned, and dressed boldly, exuding confidence.
The atmosphere in the room was carefully curated to encourage impulsive purchases. Ron noticed how human psychology worked in such environments—calm minds were less likely to spend, but an energized setting could loosen wallets with ease.
"Just like live shopping streams in my previous life," Ron mused.
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#### Post-Auction Meeting
After attending one auction, Ron made his way to a nearby café. Not long after, Morena appeared at the entrance.
"Morena, over here," Ron called out.
Morena hurried over and took the seat across from him.
"Ron, did you win anything at the auction?"
"No," Ron replied, shaking his head. "The bidding got too competitive. What about you?"
"Neither did I. My family bought a few things, though. Oh, by the way, about that game *Greed Island* you mentioned—I've heard a bit about it."
"Really?"
"Yes, but I don't know much yet. Once I find more information, I'll email it to you."
"Thanks. When we do find it, let's form a team and play together," Ron suggested.
"Sure!" Morena said with enthusiasm.
After chatting about the auction for a while, Morena glanced at the time and reluctantly stood up.
"Ron, I have to head to another auction hall."
"Alright."
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#### Morena's Reflections
Morena often thought of her life as a tragedy. Despite being a child of the Kakin King, her status as a second-tier royal condemned her to a shadowy existence. She couldn't openly claim her royal lineage and was forced to live within the confines of the Kakin mafia.
Unlike the high status of the princes or the freedom of ordinary citizens, Morena felt trapped in a limbo where she had neither privilege nor liberty.
So when the opportunity to temporarily leave Kakin arose, she seized it. Meeting Ron on the airship was serendipitous. His carefree, independent lifestyle stood in stark contrast to her own.
For Morena, Ron represented the freedom she yearned for—an existence without restrictions, where one could go wherever they pleased and do whatever they wanted.
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Suddenly, a loud explosion shook the area.
"Boom!"