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Chapter 675 -67: Reunion Under ‘Fate’_2

"Little guys’ armors and weapons got damaged, and there’s always someone needing repairs. I started as a blacksmith, so naturally, I had to do the job.”

The old instructor explained with a smile.

"What about Vince?”

Jason inquired about the other familiar face within “The Indomitable Bronze.”

"He’s acting as the drill instructor for the recruits, leading outdoor training exercises with them, while Cyril serves as his assistant to provide Vince with the necessary support.”

The old instructor pulled over an iron chair and handed it to Jason.

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Vince, who had just shed his ‘rookie status,’ was leading the new recruits?

Could Vince be the next leader of Cherry City’s “The Indomitable Bronze”?

Jason speculated as he took the chair and sat down in front of the old instructor.

"Vince is indeed one of the potential successors for the next leader of ‘The Indomitable Bronzehis talent is beyond doubt. As long as he continues to grow, surpassing me is just a matter of time. But as a warrior of ‘The Indomitable Bronze,’ one must be prepared in all sorts of ways. For safety’s sake, we’ll have at least three candidates.”

The old instructor handed Jason a wooden bucket of about 5 liters.

It wasn’t wine, but a juice-like beverage that gave off a faint coconut scent.

"This is the coconut juice I use to replenish my strength and hydration.”

"It contains medicinal herbs and honey, quite nice.”

The old instructor said as he twisted open the bucket and tipped it back, drinking it dry in one go.

Jason imitated the instructor and tipped his head back.

The taste was good.

A faint sweetness.

Especially sitting beside the stove and drinking such a beverage oddly made it feel refreshing.

"What if all three candidates survive when it’s time?”

Jason asked the question that interested him.

"That would just prove they are exceptionally outstanding, and other ‘The Indomitable Bronze’ camps would vie to snatch them up!”

"In ‘The Indomitable Bronze,’ there’s never a lack of leadership roles.”

"What’s missing is people!”

"Even though we teach every youngster as much as we can, accidents always happen.”

Under the glow of the furnace, the old instructor’s face flickered between light and shadow, his expression filled with resignation and reluctance, drawing sidelong glances. Almost immediately, however, he shook his head. Ɽ𝐀ＮＯBƐŞ

"Jason, what are you doing here looking for me?”

The old instructor changed the subject.

"Food… marvels!”

"I need more ‘marvels’!”

Jason said, his expression calm as he corrected his slip of the tongue.

"Marvels, huh?”

Without probing into Jason’s intentions, the old instructor pondered for a moment and then, with a rueful smile, gestured around and continued, “Marvels are hard to come by; there’s not a single one within the whole ‘The Indomitable Bronze’ camp.”

"And those other fellows might have some, but

As he spoke, a strange look crossed the old instructor’s face.

After glancing at Jason, he slowly continued.

"You’ve already cleaned them out of their ‘extra assets’ at the previous gathering.”

"Not just Cherry City, but also several cities around.”

"So marvels have become even rarer.”

"Even if there are any, those would be the kind that absolutely won’t be traded.”

The old instructor said, letting out another wry laugh and an expression of helplessness.

Jason was not surprised by this.

He was fully aware of the significance behind his previous ‘gathering’.

Of course, Jason didn’t give up.

"Do you know of anywhere else that might have ‘marvels’?”

Jason asked.

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This was the real purpose of Jason’s visit.

He was hoping to obtain reliable information through the old instructor’s experience and knowledge, rather than to get the items directly.

The old instructor didn’t please Jason with food, but after some thought, he gave an answer.

"Memory Lane!”

"If there’s any possibility of ‘marvels’ in Cherry City and nearby cities, Memory Lane would be the first choice!”

"Some old folks see it as their final resting place!”

"They ignore everything outside and just nest there. If you can gain their favor or help them resolve some regrets, getting some ‘marvels’ from them wouldn’t be difficult.”

Hearing the old instructor’s words, Jason couldn’t help but nod in agreement.

Then, he stood up straight away, ready to leave.

"Aren’t you going to have dinner before you go?”

"The old guys are still up, they don’t go to bed that early.”

Seeing Jason about to leave, the old instructor made a kind invitation.

Facing this kind offer, Jason seriously considered it for a moment.

Eventually, he nodded.

Dinner wasn’t the important part; he just wanted to experience the tradition of ‘The Indomitable Bronze.’

If it had been passed down through the generations, it must have something exceptional about it.

Not to experience it would be too regrettable.

…

Sun had set below the horizon, streetlights lit up one after another, illuminating Cherry City brightly.

But there was one place that was different.

Memory Lane!

Compared to the brightness of the outside world, the dim glow of the gas lamps made it seem much less bright here.

But no one disliked it.

The decor filled with a sense of the past made Memory Lane an attractive spot for many people.

Especially the interplay of lights from the gas lamps and the shops excited many young couples taking selfies.

Among these couples, however, two seemed somewhat out of place.

Instead of walking back and forth on the street like the other excited couples, they squatted in the shadows on the roadside, barely revealing a vague outline under the dim light of the gas lamps.

Dressed in the period clothes typical of Memory Lane, the man was handsome and the woman even more beautiful, but now on their enviable features sat a touch of worry and anxiety.