Alchemists do not need self-cultivation

"So, do you agree to my deal?"

“There’s no reason to refuse.” She stood up and shook hands with Isaac. “It’s a pleasure doing business with you, Mr. Isaac.”

"Pleasant to work with."

……

It was noon soon, and when Isaac came out of Balalaika, his phone suddenly rang.

"Hey?"

"Hello? Is this the person in charge at IW?"

"Oh, Mr. Jingshan, how did your discussion with your shareholder friend go?"

“We agree to your request, and we will meet with you at the port of Roanapur around 7:30 tonight,” Jing Shan said. “To avoid being accused of ‘malicious transfer of property,’ we will transfer the assets under the guise of a cooperative development.”

"Very well, as long as you can pay me, I will return the CDs to you."

Thank you very much.

After hanging up the phone, Isaac headed towards the Black Reef Chamber of Commerce.

He didn't know what Jing Shan's feelings were when he said "thank you" to him, but he guessed it was a mixture of despair and helplessness. This matter would cause significant losses to Xuri Heavy Industry and might even lead to its complete collapse.

As the minister, he is likely to be held responsible, and once the deal is completed, he probably won't be able to keep his position.

His ability to devise a way to dispose of Locke and the CD together proves he was a ruthless and ambitious man, but unfortunately, he had terrible luck.

Before I knew it, I had arrived at the building where their office was located.

"Gentlemen, you're still here?"

He walked into the office and found Dutch, Benny, and the former Okajima Rokuro, now Locke, all sitting on the sofa inside.

However, Levi wasn't there.

"Boss Yao, you're here. I hope Balalaika hasn't given you any trouble," Daqi said with a smile.

“I’ve reached an agreement with her, and she won’t cause me any trouble,” Isaac said. “This time, I’ve increased your commission from $20,000 to $200,000.”

"Oh my! Mr. Yao is so generous."

“By the way,” Isaac said, looking at Locke who was drinking beer, “your former minister is coming here tomorrow, and you’ll be the one to talk to him.”

"what!?"

Locke was startled and dropped his beer.

Chapter 597: I am the person in charge

"Levi, are you there?"

Back at his residence, he realized he had been living with Levi during his time in Roanapur.

Levi's room is right next to Isaac's, and she doesn't usually keep the door closed.

When I walked in, I saw Levi fast asleep on the bed in a very middle-aged man's posture, with his underwear and other belongings casually tossed aside and only a thin blanket covering him. It was clear that he lived a very casual and carefree life.

"Waaah..."

"Wake up, it's time to go out for lunch." Isaac shook her shoulder. "Are you this lazy when there's no work at the Chamber of Commerce?"

"Oh? It's Isaac."

Levi sat up in bed, rubbing her sleepy eyes. The blanket slipped off her body, revealing her beautiful curves.

She had absolutely no reaction to the fact that Isaac had seen her naked. She wasn't the reserved type of girl to begin with; she was usually very outgoing and carefree.

If other men saw her, she wouldn't be shy or scream; instead, she would pull out a Beretta M 92 from under her pillow and give someone a good pounding on the head.

"Hey, now that we're living together, can't you be a little more mindful of your daily life?"

Isaac picked up the bra hanging nearby and threw it to Levy.

"You guys care about this kind of thing? Don't you ever see a woman's naked body when you're out in the dark all day?" She took the bra and put it on in front of Isaac.

“I’ve never seen it before. Although I’m involved in murder, smuggling, and demolition all day long, I’ve always been very disciplined in my private life.” Isaac leaned against the door and shrugged. “I go to bed early and get up early, brush my teeth and wash my face on time, and insist on eating breakfast. Even when I’m doing business in the underworld, I don’t go to brothels. I only smoke two cigarettes a day, and I make sure my brain is functioning properly when I drink.”

"Just like some bored office workers."

Levi quickly changed her clothes, went to the bathroom to brush her teeth and wash her face, and then picked up her car keys.

"Where should we eat?"

"Whatever you like. I can cook at home if I have the chance."

"Hahaha, all I remember is that you made cookies for me back then. Was your cooking good enough?"

"The only difference between me and the chef who taught me to cook is a glowing effect."

……

Around 7 p.m.

Streetlights illuminated the port area of ​​Roanapur, and a car approached from a distance.

Two people got out of the car. One was a middle-aged man with a dignified look on his face, who was Jing Shan. The other was a timid man with glasses, who was Locke's former director.

After getting out of the car, they looked around and saw armed soldiers standing everywhere; there was no doubt that IW soldiers were all there.

"Minister... Minister, this..."

Even if the soldiers didn't make any unnecessary movements, the psychological pressure they faced was something that the average Japanese office worker couldn't handle.

"Calm down, we're here to make a deal." Jing Shan was very calm, but there was a sense of sadness in his heart.

Whether it was hiring EO to attack Locke or making a deal with Isaac, the decision in this matter was left to Jing Shan by the board of directors, and most of the billion-dollar loss would be attributed to him, the one who made the decision.

Thinking back to the way the shareholders on the board looked at me when I left, I guess I won't have a good time when I go back this time.

They waited there for a while when a young man in an employee shirt walked toward them.

They recognized the person in front of them immediately.

"Okajima?"

The bespectacled man, who was once Okajima's boss, was somewhat bewildered when he saw Okajima approaching.

"Okajima, what are you doing here?" Jing Shan frowned. "Where is the head of IW?"

Locke did not answer his question directly, but said, "Minister, what were you thinking when you gave the order to dispose of me and the CD together?"

"Ok?"

"Perhaps when you made that decision, I was already a pawn to be discarded, so Okajima Rokuro is already dead, which is what you hoped for, isn't it?"

"What exactly are you trying to say? Where is the head of IW?"

"Hey! Okajima, what are you talking about to yourself? Apologize to the minister right now!"

Locke took a document out of his pocket and removed his tie.

“Excuse me, Minister, no, I should say Mr. Jingshan.” He looked coldly at his two superiors. “I am Locke, the head of IW in Roanapur.”

"What did you say!?"

These words left the two people opposite them stunned.

Just a few days ago, they were lowly employees who didn't dare to speak in front of them, but now they have become regional managers of a global military company?

“Gentlemen, I will discuss the next matter with you.” Locke said, handing them the documents. “This is the cooperation agreement for transferring funds to the factory in Yelkastum. You can take a look.”

"Minister, this..."

"Please bring it here, Mr. Locke." Jing Shan had now changed his form of address.

He could tell from Locke's eyes that this was no longer the look his former subordinate should have.

"please."

"Thank you."

Jingshan looked at the text on the book, which was all written in English, but fortunately he could still understand it.

The cooperation documents weren't actually for cooperation; they were just a pretext for them to transfer funds. Otherwise, it would be quite troublesome if Japan investigated them later.

"Are there any other questions?"

"That's all. On behalf of the 50,000 employees of Sunrise Heavy Industries, I thank IW for showing leniency."

“My boss told you, ‘You won’t be so lucky next time, Mr. Jingshan.’” Locke handed the game board to Jingshan.

"I will remember this forever."

After both parties signed the documents, Jingshan and the director got back into the car.

Roanapura is a no-man's-land, not even marked on a map, so there's no airport or anything like that. They have to drive to the nearest international airport to get back home.

Watching them leave, Locke, who had been looking resolute, suddenly sat down on the ground and let out a long sigh.

"Ah... it's really terrifying to talk to a minister like that."

Isaac walked over to him, smiled, and patted him on the shoulder.

"Well done, Locke."

"Mr. Isaac?"

"This is a test for you. Do you have the courage to cut ties with your former boss? And can you withstand the pressure in front of people in high positions of power? Today is just a simple test, and fortunately, your performance did not disappoint me."

"Ah, thanks."

"You'll have to face a lot of things in the future, including ruthless mafia and mercenary organizations, and even members of parliament from various countries."

"what!?"

Locke suddenly felt that his long journey still had a long way to go.

In any case, peaceful life has completely left me.

Chapter 598: Then go find the property management!

Gunfights happen every day in Roanapura; you can hear gunshots and shouts between the two gangs early in the morning.

This kind of thing happens in every corner of the city, and sometimes even downstairs from Isaac's place.

Revy likes to wear headphones when she sleeps; she's gotten used to it after living here for so long. As for Isaac…