Alchemists do not need self-cultivation

“Because I’m also in the foreign trade business, I’m fairly well-informed.” He took a sip of baijiu, his face slightly flushed. “Young Master Yao, Ah Sheng is also planning to study abroad recently.”

"Oh, I heard him say that he was going to the Kingdom of Suvar."

"Yes, he and the young master are both in Europe. Ah Sheng is a bookworm who only knows how to study all day long. When he goes to Europe with you, I hope you can give him some pointers."

"Don't worry, I still have influence in many parts of Europe, so I won't let him be bullied."

"Oh! I'm relieved to hear you say that, young master. That brat will have to rely on you from now on. Here, let me toast you again."

Ah Sheng's father was a forthright man, quite different from the shy Ah Sheng in many ways.

"Where does he go to school?" Isaac asked suddenly after finishing his drink. "He shouldn't be going to university at his age."

"It's not a university, it's a school called St. Margaret's, I think it's a secondary school."

Chapter 1056: The Journey Ends

"Young Master, what do I need to prepare for studying abroad?"

"money."

"No... I mean everyday items and things like that..."

"If you have money, you can buy all your daily necessities there."

"...That's true."

In Asheng's room, Isaac glanced at the stacks of clothes and various daily necessities in his suitcase. He guessed that if he brought everything, he probably wouldn't be able to carry it all with his small frame.

"Young Master, you've been studying in England for so long, do you know anything about the Kingdom of Suvar?"

“I don’t know much about it, I’ve never been there myself,” Isaac said. “But I did have a few words with a marquis named Blois from their country, he should still have some power in that country.”

"As expected of the young master, he has actually made connections with the high-ranking officials of that country."

"It wasn't me who went to find him; he came to me first... When are you planning to leave?"

"About two weeks from now, because the journey by boat takes two months, and school starts there at the same time."

"I see, so it's spring semester."

Two weeks later, Isaac was also preparing to go to England, but it was estimated that he would not be on the same ship as Isaac. The ship was too slow, so Isaac and Fran would definitely need to use other means of transportation.

After leaving Asen's house, Isaac prepared to go home.

Although China has more delicious food and fun activities than the suburbs of England that seem suitable for retirement, there are still things to do. After enjoying a few days here, I still need to make some preparations for going back.

Two textbooks have been recovered; one is with Isaac and the other with Edward. The whereabouts of the remaining two are still unknown, and it will likely require another trip around Europe to search for them.

Isaac stayed by Hugh's side mainly because he kept encountering events related to the Phantom Book around him, and who knows, Isaac's textbook might even be involved in one of those events.

The problem is, however, that the discovery of both textbooks seems to have nothing to do with him.

"Should I really go and search the surrounding areas myself? Italy? France? Or go to Germany again? Or perhaps try searching in the Kingdom of Suvarnadz?"

While each country in Europe may seem small in terms of land area, the total area of ​​all of them is actually slightly larger than that of mainland China. If textbooks were scattered throughout Europe, finding them would be extremely difficult.

I have to admit I'm lucky to have managed to get two copies of Isaac's book back.

"It's better to go there sooner rather than later..."

"Mr. Isaac?"

"Ok?"

While Isaac was still lost in thought, he heard someone call his name. When he turned around, he saw the black-haired girl he had seen before.

Wearing a kimono and with flowing long black hair, she was none other than Ruri Kujo, whom Isaac had met just yesterday.

She was also carrying a fruit basket.

"Miss Kujo, are you going to visit your brother?"

"Yes, I'm on my way to visit my elder brother now," said Ruri Kujo with a polite smile.

She knew that her brother was in the hospital because he had been beaten by the man in front of her.

How is your brother's health?

"Thank you for your concern. My brother is physically fine, but... he may have suffered a significant psychological blow."

"I see."

That person was quite skilled and had always had a smooth journey, but unfortunately he encountered Isaac and was knocked unconscious in three moves.

Isaac was able to suppress his power to the level of an ordinary person during the duel, so he was still alive.

"It seems that Asheng's family doesn't intend to continue doing business with you. What will you do then? Go back to Japan?"

“Yes, Kazuya and I plan to return to Japan after my brother recovers,” Ruri Kujo said softly. “I heard that a major disaster happened in Japan last night, so it’s time for us to go back.”

"That's fine. Go back to where you live. This isn't a place for you. If you stay here too long, you probably won't be able to leave."

"...Does Mr. Isaac dislike Japanese people?" Ruri Kujo suddenly asked.

“No, my boss, whom I respect very much, is Japanese,” Isaac replied. “But you’re not exactly clean Japanese either, are you? I can tell from your brother that your family must have been Japanese military officers.”

"I see. Mr. Isaac, do you dislike soldiers?"

"How could that be? I am a soldier."

"Then why..."

“I don’t hate Japanese people or soldiers, but your family members are Japanese soldiers. When you put those two words together, the meaning changes.”

"..."

After saying goodbye to Ruri Kujo, Isaac continued walking home with Fran.

She probably doesn't know yet that her hometown is gone. The news didn't spread very quickly, and she probably only has a general idea of ​​what happened this morning, after the nuclear explosion that occurred in the middle of the night.

It's estimated that she and her two brothers need to return to Japan to help with the disaster reconstruction work, but...

I hope to survive in a radiation environment.

Nothing major happened in the following days.

Besides the fact that as time went on, everyone knew about what was happening in Japan, and the revolutionary weapon brought not only devastating blows but also panic in the international community.

There are no records indicating that any foreign aircraft flew over Japan, so most people speculate that this result was caused by some dangerous experiment conducted by Japan itself.

Long time

After their eldest brother recovered from his injuries, the Shiro family returned to Japan by ship to help with the post-disaster reconstruction.

Isaac didn't pay much attention to what was happening outside, and continued to eat and drink as usual.

Aside from taking a photo with Ah Sheng before he left, I also went to Lan Fang's house for a free meal.

As a warlord, Lan Dashuai was also an acquaintance of Isaac's father. After learning that Isaac had defeated a Japanese man in the ring, he praised him highly and even proposed to have a match with Isaac.

And saying things like "If you lose, you have to marry my daughter" and "If you win, I'll give you my daughter in marriage" gave Isaac a huge headache. Anyone with eyes could see that this was definitely a scheme deliberately devised by a warlord who doted on his daughter.

Except for Isaac, who was blind in one eye.

In the end, Isaac controlled his strength and fought him to a draw, and the matter was dropped.

Today marks the day Ah Sheng went overseas to study.

"Young master, where do you live in England? I can come and visit you when school is out for holidays."

"Go to the outskirts of London and ask where Viscount Diswald lives. Then you can find me."

Watching Ah Sheng board the ship, Isaac knew that it was almost time for him to go to England as well.

Chapter 1057: Encountering a Thief Immediately After Disembarking

"I am back."

"Isaac, how's your time back home?"

"It's pretty good."

Almost at the same time as Ah Sheng, Ah Sheng boarded a ship bound for Europe in the morning, while Isaac and Fran arrived at an open space in the afternoon.

Using the supersonic aircraft developed by Isaac, they reached the outskirts of England almost at night.

When we arrived at the Deswald manor by carriage, it was only a short time after dinner.

"Nothing has happened here during the nearly one month I was away, has it?"

“Nothing major has happened, but every few days some nobles and businessmen come to see you or ask me to borrow the Book of Illusions,” Hughie said with a smile. “Aruman also came by once, apparently he was bothered by the Book of Illusions. I just helped him resolve it a couple of days ago.”

"So this is indeed the epicenter of the Phantom Book incident."

At this moment, Dalian also came out of the study, and upon seeing Isaac, she extended her hand without saying a word.

"Huh? What do you mean?"

"Where's the gift?"

What gift?

"Huh? You went back to your hometown and forgot to bring me a gift?"

"It's not that I forgot, it's just that I didn't think of bringing it for you."

"Ugh...you damn alchemist, you're so heartless."

"You talk as if we know each other very well."

Isaac smiled and took out a small box from behind his back.

"However, I did bring some desserts with me."

The box was opened, and inside were several very delicate desserts in bowls, which looked like they had been made recently and kept in the box for refrigeration.

"My home is in Shunde District. I bought some desserts there before I left. I hope you like them."

"Of course... Hmph, it's rare to find someone with such a conscience, so I'll reluctantly accept it." After saying that, Dalian took the box from Isaac and ran to her room.

"Hey, Dalian, leave me some." Hugh called out towards Dalian's room, not knowing if she even heard him.

"Don't worry, I've learned how to make it, and I can do it when I have the chance."

"That's good. Looks like we'll be in for a treat from now on."

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