Alchemists do not need self-cultivation

"At least I resemble your father, you unfilial daughter!"

"No way!"

Wuming chuckled as she stood up from the steps and ran forward. Isaac, standing behind her, watched her retreating figure and smiled slightly.

"What an unlovable brat."

Chapter 434: Reencounter with Tennori Mima

The countryside was brightly lit and decorated at night as everyone celebrated the arrival of the Qixi Festival.

Because they had plenty of money, the people who went out to shop bought enough items to celebrate.

Everyone wrote their wishes on slips of paper and hung them on the small bamboo, entrusting their hopes to it. However, all of them wished the same thing: 'to survive'.

In this Japanese land ravaged by the Kabane, those who have left their homes have no other hope than to survive.

"Isaac, I've written down my wish. Would you like to see it?"

The nameless man grinned and waved the note in front of Isaac.

"It's said that if it's seen by someone, it won't work anymore."

"Didn't we also see that note of yours with 'President' written on it?"

"My ambition to become president is based on steady, step-by-step management and achievements, not just on wishful thinking on paper."

"Hmph, then I won't show you this one."

Wuming turned his head and hung the note with his wish written on it on the bamboo. The note read, "Live on, and then choose your own life."

Changpu, dressed in white, walked gracefully to Isaac's side.

"Lord Isaac, thanks to your presence today, the negotiations would not have gone so smoothly."

"It was somewhat expected," Isaac said nonchalantly. "We spent a lot of Amestoris's military funds to come here this time, so it would be a huge loss if we didn't even get this much privilege."

"No matter what, thank you." Changpu bowed in gratitude.

A streak of light shot into the sky and then exploded.

In the inky night, fireworks bloomed in the darkness, instantly becoming incredibly beautiful and bursting forth with dazzling light. The fireworks of the Qixi Festival blazed at Wowen Station.

Everyone admired the beautiful fireworks in the sky, hoping that tomorrow would be even better.

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The next morning, Isaac picked up his communicator and dialed Violet's number.

"Violet, give me an update on your current situation."

"We are currently near the already damaged Yatsushiro Station. Last night, during our march, we were attacked by a giant Kabane ensemble, but it has been eliminated without any casualties," Violet said. "However, we may not be able to arrive this morning; the estimated arrival time is around 4 PM."

"I understand. Please be careful."

"Yes."

After hanging up the communicator, Isaac washed up and left the Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress.

Yesterday, everyone here was partying late into the night because of Qixi Festival, and they're all still asleep. Including that nameless guy who's still curled up on Isaac's bed.

Isaac covered his head in annoyance, wondering why the brat was sleeping next to him when he woke up.

Just then, he heard a commotion coming from inside the city, the sound emanating from the city gate. The residents of Wowen Post Station rushed to the city gate, waiting for something.

"What's going on? It's so noisy."

Wuming got out of bed, rubbed her sleepy eyes, changed her clothes, and went outside with Isaac.

"I don't know, it seems like something is coming."

Isaac pointed towards the city gate and said.

Just as he was speaking, the city gate slowly opened, and a Juncheng drove in from outside. Several soldiers with guns and a man with long pink hair leading the way walked along the road.

“Ten-Tori Mima,” Isaac uttered the name.

The man who completed an arms deal with Amestoris a year ago seems to be doing quite well now.

“Brother…” Wuming’s expression was rather unpleasant.

After all, she had only recently left Mima's group to join Isaac's, something Mima didn't know yet. Now that she had run into him, she was momentarily at a loss for words.

She didn't dare tell Mima about it.

Isaac seemed to sense her worry and said from the side, "You don't need to talk to him, I'll take care of it for you."

"Um……"

The arrival of Mima excited the local residents, who shouted "Liberator" and "Mima-sama".

After receiving the (obsolete) weapon provided by Isaac, Mima Amatori wreaked havoc in Hinomoto, wiping out many Kabane and liberating many cities.

The hunting party he led enjoyed an extremely high reputation among the people of Japan. This reputation among the people surpassed even that of Amestoris.

After all, the Kabane were a native Japanese organization that had been established for a long time. Although they were not as fast at clearing out the Kabane as Isaac's forces, they were a spontaneous liberation organization, which was different from Isaac, who came to colonize with a purpose.

Furthermore, Amatori Mima has another identity: he is the son of the current Grand General Amatori Okimasa.

The people of Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress woke up at the sound of shouts outside, dressed, and went to see what was happening. Isaac followed suit.

The crowd that had been densely packed with onlookers quickly retreated when they saw Isaac in his blue military uniform approaching, and the crowd dispersed, creating an opening.

“Mima Tentori, it’s been a while,” Isaac said as he walked up to Mima Tentori.

Mima was somewhat surprised to see Isaac, but still smiled and extended her hand, saying, "I've heard that the Amestris army has come, but I didn't expect you to lead the troops yourself. It's been a long time since I've seen Brigadier General Isaac."

“He’s a lieutenant general now.” Isaac’s hand clasped Mima’s hand.

This scene amazed everyone.

They hadn't expected that the 'Liberator' and the officers of Amestris knew each other, and seemed to be quite familiar with each other.

"Brother..."

Wuming stood beside Isaac, somewhat at a loss.

"So, Nameless, you were here." Mima Tentori smiled slightly. "It's so good that you're safe and sound. Where are the others, Yoruichi?"

"Siwen died at Xianjin Post Station."

"Is that so? What a pity." Mima Amatori sighed, seemingly lamenting the death of his subordinate.

After saying that, he turned his gaze back to Isaac: "Lieutenant General Isaac, have you been taking care of Nameless the whole way? I am very grateful."

“There’s nothing to be grateful for,” Isaac laughed, “because Nameless is now on my side.”

"what?"

Amatori Mima frowned slightly. He looked at Mumei and found that Mumei had turned her head away and dared not look at him.

Seeing their master's reaction, the members of the Hunting Clan also looked rather grim.

“I’ve already made myself clear to you. I’ll be in charge of training this brat from now on,” Isaac said with a smile. “However, he’s your subordinate, so it doesn’t seem right for me to just ask for him directly.”

"So, what are your plans...?"

"A thermobaric bomb."

"make a deal."

Tennori Mima's brows instantly relaxed.

Chapter 435: Multi-Party Struggle

After a few brief pleasantries, Meima relinquished all ownership of Wuming. She told Wuming to follow Isaac closely before leading her team away.

Among his group, the mature woman named Mie, whom he had met before, whispered as she passed by Wuming:

"Perhaps this is the best choice for you."

After saying that, the crowd followed Mima forward, leaving Wuming puzzled. Wuming also noticed that the look in Mima's eyes, who had always taken care of him like an older sister, revealed a sense of helplessness.

She may have already discovered Amaterasu Mima's true purpose.

"Alright, that's settled." Isaac patted the nameless woman on the shoulder, indicating that she was alright.

"Oh……"

Although she verbally agreed, she couldn't help but look in Mima's direction, wondering what Mima had seen.

Are you very familiar with that woman?

“Yes, her name is Extinction, and she’s a Cabanel like me,” Nameless said. “She’s always taken good care of me, like an older sister.”

"Oh~"

“She’s been to Amestris before, you should have seen her.”

“Yes, I have seen him. He was the third person, including you and Meima, to carry the virus.” Isaac nodded. “I vaguely remember him.”

"Oh? What impression?"

"You have a pretty good figure," Isaac said, rubbing his chin.

"Huh!? What kind of impression is that?" Nameless shouted. "What impression did I leave on you back then?"

"An overdeveloped, annoying brat."

"What did you say!?"

Not far away, in the attic of the lord's mansion, a group of samurai and elders watched the arriving hunters with tense expressions.

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Mima Tentori, who had met Isaac once, approached Ayame and the others who had come with Isaac and warmly invited them to visit her Junjo, also known as Kejo.

"I am deeply honored that the General's son has personally led the way," Changpu said politely.

“I’ve been expelled from the family, and we’re no longer father and son,” Mima said with a smile. “Besides, Isaac’s status is now higher than that of a general. For him to personally protect you, Lord Yoshikawa is quite remarkable.”

“No…” Changpu seemed a little embarrassed, “It’s just that we made some kind of deal.”

After a pause, Changpu asked again, "Have you ever known Lord Isaac?"

“I once went to Amestris, and now the Hunting Clan buys all their weapons from them,” said Mima Amatori.

"Oh, there's this kind of relationship too."