Alchemists do not need self-cultivation

A staunch supporter of annihilation warfare and a former loyal KGB hater.

After the collapse of the Soviet Union, retired officers were undoubtedly the least welcome, but KGB members were able to remain in Russia as officials, which Balalaika and his group found extremely unacceptable.

"Are you already planning to fight them?"

"That depends on whether they behave themselves or not. To be honest, I don't really like dealing with these underground workers."

"Nobody will like it."

Balalaika lit a cigar and said, "By the way, I was thinking of asking your organization to buy a batch of goods recently. I wonder if you can get your hands on them."

"What do you want? Airplanes? Tanks? Or AS?"

“It’s not a high-end product, just ordinary weapons,” Balalaika said. “Firearms.”

"Firearms? Don't you have plenty of these? You have so many AK-47s you could sell them."

“While this weapon boasts excellent performance, it’s frankly outdated,” Balalaika said. “Could you get your hands on an AK-12 that Russia is currently using?”

"Ok?"

The AK-12, an upgraded version of the AK-47, is superior in performance and unlike the AK-47, its bullets don't start to drift after the first shot; the subsequent shots maintain accuracy.

Furthermore, this version can also be equipped with tactical components.

In the previous world, the AK-12 was developed by the same design bureau that had previously developed the AK-47, and it wasn't until 2018 that it was deployed to the entire military. However, by then, Isaac had already developed this weapon and exported it to several countries, including Russia.

Since they had just been equipped with this weapon, it was impossible for Balalaika to get their hands on it immediately.

Balalaika was also unaware that Isaac was the mastermind behind IW.

"Hmm... AK-12, that's fine, but what do you need that weapon for? Roanapur doesn't seem to have any conflicts lately that require weapon upgrades."

"Headquarters recently wanted me to go to Japan, supposedly to expand our business," Balaleka said with a hint of helplessness. "What's the point of going to a place like that when the Roanapur issue hasn't even been resolved yet?"

Did they tell you what you were going there for?

"Headquarters said it's a collaboration with an unknown yakuza group, creating a win-win situation in Japan." Balalaika extinguished her cigar in the ashtray. "I happen to need another translator. Oh, and Levi, could I borrow the one from the Black Lagoon Trading Company?"

The "that" that Balalaika was referring to was naturally Locke.

His joining IW was a secret; many people only knew that he was recruited by the Black Lagoon Company to work as a laborer.

“No problem, I’ll say yes for him,” Isaac said with a smile.

"Ok?"

“There’s an agreement between Locke and me, so he’ll listen to me in this situation.”

“Alright, it’s settled then,” Balalaika said with a smile.

Chapter 608: Friendly Negotiation (For Real)

"Ah~ I'm saved."

At Levi's place, Ada, wearing a short skirt and a pink shirt, slumped in a chair and drank an ice-cold beer.

The church was closed today, so she had some free time to go out. Plus, the air conditioning there was broken for some reason, so she came to Levi's place to escape the heat.

She was now a blonde beauty, having shed her usual nun's habit; the shirt perfectly accentuated her stunning figure.

It's summer now, and summers in Roanapur are extremely hot. Without air conditioning, it's very easy to get heatstroke.

"Go home as soon as you finish your drink."

"Don't be so heartless, Two-Hand," Ada said with a laugh, sitting up from her chair. "Where's your little boyfriend? Did he run away because he couldn't stand your personality?"

"He went to take care of some business; it seems he went to meet with the newly arrived gangsters."

"It must be really tough, risking your life in this sweltering heat to earn money to support you, my mother gorilla."

"If you don't shut your mouth, I'll let you learn how to smoke with your head."

"Hey, just between you and me," Ada suddenly leaned close to Revy and asked, "Have you guys done this before?"

"what?"

"It's about sex. You've been living together for so long, hasn't anything happened between you? For several hours every day?"

"No……"

"Ok?"

"Aren't you annoying?! No, I'm not!" Levi slammed her head on the table with a 'thud'.

Perhaps it's because I'm still a little drunk from yesterday; my face is still flushed.

"what?"

"I was planning to get him drunk yesterday and then just push him onto the bed, but I didn't expect him to be such a good drinker." Levi sighed helplessly. "And he has this bad habit of locking his room door every night."

"How boring. After all this time, you haven't done anything at all," Ada said half-jokingly. "If you can't take it, then I'll gladly accept it."

"Believe me or not, I'll kill you right now."

"How about I join you guys when you play?"

"Then I wouldn't date a woman like you."

The conversations between them are not usually heard from women living in peaceful societies, but here in Roanapur, restraint is of no use.

"Ugh... how boring! Why isn't little Isaac back yet?"

"That's my boyfriend, what are you yelling about here for?" Levi angrily threw an empty wine bottle at Ada's head.

Ada wiped her head with a tissue and asked, "You just said he went to meet with the mob, did you ask him what he was supposed to do?"

"It seems to be something about friendly negotiations."

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In a vacant lot on the outskirts of Roanapur, a pile of blood-stained corpses lay on the ground.

Amidst the pile of corpses, Isaac grabbed the man in the gray suit who was at the head of the group and asked:

"Why the hell?"

"Varied……"

"Didn't anyone warn you not to mess with my business when you came here?" Isaac grabbed him by the neck with one hand and lifted him high off the ground. "It's one thing for kids to be disobedient, but don't you, an adult, know any rules?"

"Kid... don't get cocky... if all my brothers in Florida were here... ugh!"

Before he could finish speaking, Isaac slowly clenched his fists, unable to breathe, his face turning bright red.

"Someone warned you before that you shouldn't get involved in the arms business in Roanapur, right? Not only did you act all high and mighty, but you also dared to fire shots at our unloading site. Do you think we're easy to bully because we're just country bumpkins?"

"Well……"

His eyes were bloodshot from lack of oxygen, and he looked as if he was about to die.

"Once you come to Roanapur, you must abide by the rules here and strive to be a civilized Roanapur person, do you understand?"

The person being choked by his neck was unable to speak and looked like he was about to die.

"Nod if you understand."

Helpless, his will to survive compelled him to nod with his last ounce of strength.

"Good."

"Cough cough cough!!"

Isaac released his grip, and the gang leader fell to the ground, gasping for air.

I almost thought I was dead.

Originally, these outside gangs looked down on Roanapur's power, thinking that those who came here were guys who couldn't make it in other places.

He was one of them, and after seeing Isaac's men unloading cargo nearby, he thought of going over to buy some weapons.

What they didn't know was that purchasing weapons in Roanapur required the approval of either George or Isaac.

The staff had given him George's number to contact, but he tore it up without saying a word, feeling that these people were looking down on him.

Then a gunfight broke out. IW suffered no casualties, but he lost half of his brothers.

Arrogant and unwilling to accept defeat, he sought revenge, but Isaac came knocking first.

After seeing that Isaac was just a kid, he became even more rude and even ordered his men to teach Isaac a lesson.

And so this happened: his men were all killed by Isaac, and he himself was severely injured.

"Since you've broken the rules, you have to accept the punishment. Three million US dollars to buy your life isn't too much to ask, is it?"

"Three million? That's too much..."

“Then go to hell. Do you know how many bullets our organization has wasted dealing with the bastards you brought because of your troubles?” Isaac said, raising his hand.

"Wait, three million, right? I can afford it!" he said hastily.

Now I'm afraid Isaac will just send him to his death.

"Okay, give it to me."

"This... will take a little time."

"Oh?"

The murderous intent in Isaac's eyes was immediately apparent.

"Three days! I'm sure I can get three million US dollars in three days at most! Please give me a chance!"

“Alright, I’ll give you that chance.” Isaac walked over and patted him on the shoulder affectionately. “The ultimate goal of the struggle between the two sides is nothing more than ‘profit.’ As long as the money is there, I have no reason to lay a hand on you.”

"Yes……"

“But if you dare to lie to me, it won’t be that simple.” Isaac’s hand patting his shoulder suddenly tightened. “Don’t even think about running back. I have people at every entrance and exit point in Roanapur. If they find out you’ve left, you’ve betrayed my trust.”

As Isaac said this, he gestured to his own neck.

Do you know what the consequences will be?

"Know...know."

"Very good, then I'll be going now. I look forward to your performance."

After Isaac left, his expression was very gloomy.