Hunter x Hunter Vol. 5 — Manga Raw / Buy Official

The trio manages to push open the massive Testing Gates, proving their physical might, but the psychological walls surrounding the Zoldyck estate are far tougher. Inside, Killua is subjected to his family’s suffocating pressure; his brother Illumi’s influence threatens to turn his burgeoning friendship with Gon into a liability. However, after learning of Gon’s unwavering dedication to save him, Killua’s resolve hardens. He stands up to his father, Silva, refusing to remain a mere tool of assassination. By choosing his own path, he leaves the estate behind to rejoin his friends. This triumph signifies more than just a reunion; it is the birth of Killua as an independent hunter, shedding his upbringing to pursue a future defined by his own choices, not his name.