Alchemists do not need self-cultivation

“I really want to go with them…” Isaac hesitated, “but I promised the young lady of the Shifangchuan family that I would protect them all the way to Jingangguo. The contract has been made and I can’t go back on my word.”

Mima also came down from Cleveland and, having overheard Isaac and Violet's conversation, went to find them.

"Lieutenant General Isaac, what do you think of this arrangement? You all go to Wabun Station first, and we, the Karifu, will temporarily protect the people of the Iron Fortress."

Isaac looked at Mima with some suspicion.

"So kind of you?"

“You’ve helped us a lot before, and we’re also heading to Wabun-eki, so it’s perfect that we’re going the same way,” Mima said with a smile.

His smile was completely genuine.

"Hmm... alright, I'll ask Changpu. If she agrees, then you can protect them in my place."

"It's an honor," Mima said with a smile.

But what Isaac didn't notice was that there was a subtle, almost imperceptible, sense of triumph in his smile.

"There's still time, so I'll give you the thermobaric bomb we agreed on first."

"Thank you very much."

Isaac and Mima headed towards Cleveland, leaving only Nameless and Violet behind.

Chapter 437: He's not interested in little girls

After Isaac and Mima Tennori arrived in Cleveland, only Nameless and Violet remained on the road.

Violet looked at the somewhat nervous Nameless and asked, "Miss Nameless, why are you standing next to the Lieutenant General?"

"I... I stumbled upon it by chance."

Whether it was because Violet's aura was too strong, or because of his previous experience of being defeated by her in Amestris, Mumei was a little nervous when facing her.

"Please don't be nervous, Miss Nameless," Violet tried to put the wary girl at ease. "I mean no harm, I just want to know about the lieutenant general's situation."

These words eased the tension that Wuming had been feeling. So she readily told Violet the whole story, from how Isaac rescued her in the wilderness to how he protected the Iron Fortress.

“I understand the general situation, thank you for your explanation.” Violet said in a serious tone, “There is one more question, about the Kabane aggregate that we encountered near Yatsushiro Station earlier.”

"A group that has merged? You've encountered them?"

"Yes, we fought it halfway through," Violet nodded. "But it was scattered by a cannonball, so it was a close call."

"You guys are really amazing..."

Such a combined group, even a single one, could destroy a post station; how difficult it would be to defeat them.

“However, a problem has arisen now. When we broke it up, we discovered that the core of this merged group is actually a female Kabane.” Violet said, staring at the nameless man. “Their attire is the same as yours, a red and white combat suit.”

"..."

This statement plunged Wuming into a brief silence.

“Miss Nameless, what is your relationship with those so-called fusion groups? Or do you know anything about them?” Violet asked softly.

"...I'm not entirely sure about the specifics, but this matter might be related to Cabanelli," Wuming said slowly after a moment of silence.

"Cabanelli?"

“Yes, actually, before me, there were also a certain number of Kabaneri in the Hunting Clan, but several sisters disappeared along the way, and those sisters were the core of the fusion group,” Wuming said. “Now, only Sister Mie and I are left among the Kabaneri.”

"I see. So, under certain conditions, the Kabaneri might become the core of the merged group?"

Violet learned of this and planned to report it to Isaac directly upon his return.

"I am fully aware of the details. Thank you for your cooperation."

"Huh? That's it?" Wuming was somewhat surprised.

"It's over. Is there anything else you want me to ask?" Violet asked curiously.

“No, it’s nothing,” the nameless man said. “By the way, I officially joined Amestris yesterday.”

"congratulations."

"Speaking of which, don't you mind that your own people are inviting other girls to join your side?" Wuming asked.

In her opinion, Violet and Isaac's relationship must be unusual. Wouldn't it cause Isaac's displeasure if she stayed with him so openly?

Violet paused for a moment, then said, "I am the lieutenant general's adjutant. All I have to do is fully support the lieutenant general's decisions."

"Yeah……"

“Besides, based on what I know of him, a lieutenant general like him would never be interested in a little girl like you,” Violet said seriously. This wasn’t sarcasm, but a conclusion reached after careful analysis.

"..."

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“This thermobaric bomb is very powerful. Although it can’t destroy an entire post station directly, it can easily destroy half of it.” Isaac pointed to a newly forged thermobaric bomb next to him.

"Thank you very much, this is very important to my next plan." Mima immediately ordered people to carry the dangerous object into the storage compartment.

“I heard you were leading troops to fight the Kabane when you were twelve years old,” Isaac asked with a smile. “That’s impressive. I was just a soldier when I was twelve, and you were already a general.”

“That was all ten years ago,” Mima said with a smile, but her smile was somewhat gloomy. “Back then, I was abandoned from the front lines and my food supplies were cut off. You probably know what happened after that.”

Isaac did hear about what happened next: due to the defeat, the general blamed his son and severed ties with him. Then came the establishment of the Hunting Faction.

"How exactly did the Kabane originate? I've heard it was a virus released after the industrialization of the Kingdom of Albion," Isaac asked. "But the structure of the virus is too complex; I still don't fully understand it."

Mima said, "I'm not entirely sure about the specifics, but there seems to be a place where I can find the answer."

"where?"

"Sea Gate, a transportation hub in Japan."

"Oh?"

“If Lieutenant General Isaac wants to learn more, he can go and take a look,” Mima said with a smile. “Besides, as a key transportation hub in Japan, Amestris should also be of interest.”

"You're right, I'll go back and take a look when I have time."

After a brief chat, Isaac got out of the car and reunited with Violet. He was going to ask Ayame if she would agree to travel with Mima.

When Changpu heard that the Shoufang people were willing to give them a ride, he naturally agreed. Although this campaign to clear out Kabane outside Wowen Post Station was just a show for the Amestoris army, it did not affect the Shoufang people's status in the hearts of the people.

In the end, Ayame agreed to Mima's suggestion and let them escort her to Iwato Station, while Isaac and the others went ahead.

"Calamus, I need to borrow something from you before I leave."

"What is it?" Acorus asked curiously.

Isaac handed over a square-shaped object and said, "This is a communicator. If you encounter any problems here, you can call me, and I'll try my best to get there as soon as possible."

“Thank you very much, you’ve gone to so much trouble.” Changpu bowed to Isaac.

She genuinely wanted to thank Isaac, even though it was just a deal to get him to help investigate the rebels, she still appreciated his efforts.

"Alright, call me if anything happens. It has GPS, I'll find your location quickly." Without waiting for Changpu to understand, Isaac continued, "I have some things to take care of over there, so I'll head out first."

"Be careful on the road."

After Isaac and Violet rejoined the main force, they began their journey towards Iwato Station. This time, however, the group included a nameless individual.

Chapter 438: Your consent is not required

After Isaac rejoined his troops, he began his advance towards Iwato Station.

If we continue using Juncheng, the time will be delayed by a few days; the speed of this armored train has always been a major problem.

Within a few hours, the main force had formed a square formation outside the walls of Iwato-i Station.

The guards on the city wall panicked upon seeing Isaac's army and immediately sent men to subdue the lord of Iwato-i. The force of their attack was clearly overwhelming.

Before long, the city gates opened, and a man dressed in samurai attire with a sword at his waist stepped out. Isaac also happened to get out of the tank and, together with Violet, approached the man.

"Greetings, esteemed Lord Isaac. May I ask what brings you to Iwato Station?"

“You seem to know me, so I’ll get straight to the point.” Isaac shook his hand symbolically. “I have some things to discuss with your lord.”

“That… of course is possible,” the samurai said hesitantly, “but there are conditions for you to enter the city.”

"Huh? Japan has long been under the rule of Amestris. Do I need conditions to enter that city?" Isaac looked at the samurai strangely. "Are you kidding me?"

"It's the Lord's order." The samurai was very nervous, but he still gritted his teeth and said, "If Lord Isaac wants to enter the city, he can only bring the elderly, women and children."

The general idea was that he was not allowed to bring soldiers into the city. In their eyes, the elderly, women, and children were completely incapable of fighting, which was also a form of protection for Iwato Station.

Isaac glanced back at Violet. To be honest, Violet alone, with her current level of skill, could easily wipe out an entire post station.

Nameless is a child, but he is definitely not someone that an ordinary samurai can deal with.

However, this does not mean that Isaac has to grant his request.

If he were to take only Violet and the nameless one in as he requested, it would mean that the Amestris army had yielded to one of the garrisons of Hinohmoto.

To heed the demands of a small town in a colony? Isaac found the thought of it hilarious.

"Go back now and convey a message to your lord."

"what?"

“Just say I told you to say it,” Isaac laughed. “A disobedient post station has no reason to exist. If you don’t let us through, I’ll wipe the entire Iwato Post Station off the map of Japan within fifteen minutes.”

"What!?" the samurai exclaimed in shock. "You can't..."

"Then hurry up and report, don't keep me waiting too long." Isaac took out his pocket watch and checked the time. "I'll give you half an hour to pass on the message. I remember you have a radio here."

"what?"

"What the hell are you yelling about? If you'd been a second later, I would have ordered the cannons to fire!"

"No! I'll go right now!"

Seeing the tanks lined up in front of him and the helicopters hovering overhead, their cannons and rocket launchers extremely conspicuous, the warrior quickly ran backward, fearing that Isaac might order an attack at the slightest provocation.

Isaac then fell into thought.

Normally, a post station wouldn't be overly hospitable upon hearing that Amestris's army was approaching, but Iwato Post Station only sent a samurai to greet them before Isaac's army even arrived at the city gates, and even then, they made demands. This seemed like a delaying tactic.

Previously, I heard that the alliance was in disarray, and the sound of music was so strong that it was almost unbearable. I was so engrossed in the music that I couldn't help but feel a sense of unease. I was so moved by the music that I couldn't help but feel a sense of unease. I was so engrossed in ...

Although he was tempted to order the army to sweep through the area, shells cost money, and unnecessary conflicts should be avoided.

Fifteen minutes passed quickly. The warrior rushed back to Isaac, breathless.