Starting as an inventor from Hunter x Hunter

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Moreover, while trying to seize others' gains, they also had to guard against other dangerous individuals, such as seasoned veterans of Meteor City, who might plot against them.

It could be said that the two of them were sticking together for warmth, and they were having an even harder time.

Therefore, compared to Uvogin, Phinks and Feitan are more like those who have nothing to lose and are not afraid of those who have shoes on, not caring about this or that.

If it were truly possible for them to change their current lives and become stronger...

As long as the cost isn't too severe or excessive, neither of them would hesitate for a second.

This is precisely why Finks was cautious about the seemingly "simple and lenient" conditions proposed by Mog.

These conditions are practically free!

This is practically the same thing they asked Mog for help with food before!!

Mog said: No, it's different.

Strictly speaking, "delegating" and "requesting" are not the same thing!

When Mog developed the ability to "stand on the shoulders of giants," he also gained a general understanding of his abilities as an "inventor master."

That is, although the ability to invent can be used by accepting commissions and requests from others.

However, the sincerity of the "delegation" and "request" must also be considered!

In other words, the desire to simply "entrust" or "ask" is not very strong; the amount of energy and mental power required to support Mog's "invention" is much greater.

However, if the sincerity and desire in the request are very strong, then the energy and mental power required to support Mog's invention will be greatly reduced.

Simply put, it depends on how strong the requester's desire is.

The stronger the desire to make a request, the less energy and mental power are consumed, and vice versa.

If the other party's request is very strong, and it is combined with Mog's ability to "stand on the shoulders of giants", then...

The synergy of two abilities.

Mog might just be able to "invent" some incredibly powerful items that require a lot of mental energy and power!

Therefore, he was asking Phinks for something, not asking for something in return.

The intention behind a "request" is clearly much stronger than something like a "please."

"Is it really just a request that's enough?!"

Once it was confirmed that there were no other additional conditions or costs, Phinks' eyes almost burst out with golden light.

If such power could be obtained through such a trivial means...

"This is an absolute steal!!!"

Phinks screamed inwardly, and immediately couldn't help but want to open his mouth and make a "request" to Mog.

Chapter 025 Here comes this ready-made "request"~~~

"Please, Mog..."

Feet~

Before Finks could finish speaking, he felt his clothes being tugged forcefully.

Phinks: "Huh?!"

He subconsciously looked down and saw Feitan tugging at his tattered clothes and giving him a wink.

"What's wrong?!"

He looked in the direction Feitan was pointing.

Then I saw Uvogin standing there with his arms crossed, pretending to be nonchalant, but with his ears perked up.

That's obviously eavesdropping, right?!

Eavesdropping?!

Finks was taken aback at first, then realized what was happening.

Yes, both he and Feitan were amazed and puzzled when they saw Mog bring out such food.

Uvogin and Machi clearly had already been in contact with Mog beforehand.

They must have known all along that Mog possessed such power.

Phinks, judging others by his own standards, felt that he himself desperately craved such power, so there was no reason why Uvogin wouldn't care!

Anyone faced with such wondrous power would surely be tempted and want to obtain it!

'But when Uvogin fought me before, he didn't show any of that power; in fact, I beat him quite a bit.'

In other words, Uvogin knew of the existence of this power, but he was unable to obtain it!

'Furthermore, judging from Uvogin's current behavior and demeanor, it's not that he knows but can't learn; it's clearly that he doesn't know how to master it yet!'

'Mogre has even offered to give us, two guys who've only just met, the condition that we'll receive this power if we just "ask."'

There's no reason why Uvogin and Machi shouldn't enjoy the same treatment as us~~~

"So, it must be that idiot Uvogin, because he's too proud, or too ashamed to ask Mog for help, that's why he hasn't mastered this power yet!!"

Phinks, who had instantly sorted out the information in his mind, had a look of sudden realization in his eyes.

At the same time, his gaze toward Uvogin carried a hint of strangeness, and... mockery.

Face? Too embarrassed to admit it?!

Are these things really that valuable in Meteor City?!

The most important thing is to learn from what you learn and use it to strengthen yourself!

That idiot Uvogin can't even understand this much.

Despite having a treasure trove of power right beside him—Mog—he stubbornly refuses to open it for this ridiculous reason.

That really cracked me up!

And then there's Machi. It's one thing that that big oaf Uvogin didn't understand the importance of things, but she ended up following Uvogin along too.

No wonder those two guys managed to get together!

Finks muttered to himself.

Well, on this one matter, Phinks and Uvogin clearly have different attitudes and approaches.

Given the environment of Meteor City, as well as the differences in their physical abilities and living conditions, it's impossible to say who is right and who is wrong.

However, this aspect also reveals the differences in their personalities and ways of handling things.

This is why, in the original timeline, after the Phantom Troupe was formed, Uvogin got along better with Nobunaga and Machi.

Feitan and Phinks are an inseparable duo.

Furthermore, after Chrollo was captured by Kurapika, Feitan and Phantas also chose a more rational, or rather, more cold-blooded, but ultimately more valuable, course of action.

Compared to Nobunaga, Machi, and Pakunoda's emotional reactions after Chrollo was kidnapped, these two seemed more rational.

Therefore, at this moment, Phinks, realizing what had happened, immediately changed his tune:

"Mogg, please show us around your house first!"

Phinks quickly changed his tune, saying, "Since you've treated us to so much delicious food, we also have an obligation to get you home safely!"

Upon hearing this, Machi's eyes twitched slightly, and Uvogin almost stumbled.

They even drove people home...

Do you think everyone here is a three-year-old?!

This is clearly because they don't want to ask Mog about this power in front of me, and they don't want me to overhear!

Giving it away... What a lame excuse!

"Will you take me home?"

A slightly strange look appeared on Mog's face: "My house is shabby and small enough that it might not be able to accommodate so many people."

"It's okay, it's okay~!"

Finks waved his hand repeatedly: "We mainly want to take you home, and if it's really too crowded when we get there, we can just find a place to stay temporarily."

His face was contorted with rage, but he spoke with utmost sincerity: "The most important thing is that you can get back safely."

Then, privately, I'll ask Mog about this power!

Finks grinned, determined not to let any other clueless idiots overhear!

He caught a glimpse of Uvogin's extremely ugly face out of the corner of his eye, and he almost couldn't help but snort inwardly.

Making Uvogin suffer a setback is incredibly satisfying!

"Alright, then you can all come along."

Mog smiled and agreed.

He didn't care whether he gave it away or not.

Relying on his awakened Nen ability and the swirling aura, ordinary people from Meteor City still cannot get close to him.

However, just now, Phinks mentioned, "Please, Mog, show us around your house first."

He said "please".

Just then, Mog was thinking about how to improve his living environment.

Here comes the ready-made request~~~

Chapter 026 There really is one?!

He ignored Uvogin's ugly expression and his silent muttering curses.

Mog took Phinks and Feitan back to his residence.

Yes, without a doubt, Uvogin and Machi also came along.

"Wait, what are you two doing here?!"

At the entrance to the Mogg's house, Phinks gave Uvogin a disgruntled sidelong glance, who was following him around like a shadow.

"If we're just escorting them all the way, Feitan and I are enough."