Mechanical Alchemist-Chapter 612 - 611 Kama’s Wedding

With no pressing matters at hand, Su Lun settled in Rena's apartment and spent two unashamed, indulgent days.

Since he didn't know how long this visit to Old Lington might last, both Rena and Sabina devoted themselves to his service, enjoying themselves to the fullest.

Especially after discovering the unparalleled "experience" they could get from their master, Su Lun, Sabina was all the more eager and proactive, ensuring the apartment was always a place of lively and fragrant scenes.

It was fortunate that Su Lun's stamina was limitless after advancing to the eighth level, or else an ordinary person really wouldn't have enjoyed the company of such a top-tier succubus.

On the third day, early in the morning,

In front of the large dressing mirror in the apartment, Su Lun put on a very formal black suit.

Today, he was going out to attend his disciple Kama's wedding.

In the mirror, the clothed Sabina knelt on the soft ground, and like a proper maid, she carefully smoothed out every crease on Su Lun's suit.

From this angle, Su Lun, slightly bowing his head, could fully take in the grand view of her trembling, snowy whiteness.

Clearly, Sabina was doing this on purpose.

Catching his gaze, as if she noticed, she looked back with a face full of flirtation and said with a beaming smile, "Wow~ Master really is the handsomest!"

A hint of helplessness showed in Su Lun's expression.

He knew that if he continued to gaze at his maid, he would likely delay his departure.

Withdrawing his gaze, Su Lun examined his suited reflection in the mirror and asked, "Have you had another breakthrough in your level?"

The spell of seduction she had just demonstrated was intentional, showing signs of an unstable breakthrough in her level.

Sabina replied with an ambiguous smile, "Yes. Thanks to the master's grace, my understanding of some laws seemed to have broken through last night. Hmm... I feel confident that I might comprehend my own domain shortly~"

"Oh?"

Su Lun listened and felt slightly astonished.

The seventh level was a significant threshold, one that most professionals might never surpass in their lifetimes.

He himself had struggled at this threshold for a long while.

It was unexpected that Sabina, in just a couple of days, had smoothly grasped the chance to advance.

The speed and luck astounded Su Lun himself.

Sabina stood up and continued adjusting the tie on Su Lun's chest, her ripe peaks touching the chest area, a sensation of smooth warmth, while speaking about her gains, "Isn't it all because the master is incredibly capable~"

As she spoke, she lifted her seductive eyes playfully, adding, "I feel this breakthrough is so special, it's like I glimpsed the origin of universal laws. It seems like not only the seventh level but even advancing to the eighth level might be possible in the future~"

Having a succubus attached to a formidable demon lord, her potential was immeasurable.

Su Lun pondered, it seemed Sabina might have peered into some powers at the rule level, which was indeed a great opportunity.

He said, "Perform an illusion technique with all your strength; let me see."

Hearing this, Sabina blinked and playfully retorted, "Use full strength? Master, aren't you supposed to leave soon for the wedding?"

Her playful laughter was meaningful.

Facing this provocative interrogation, Su Lun, slightly annoyed, slapped Sabina's buttocks with a light "pop" and said, "Just perform it."

He knew that Sabina's Bewitching Technique was formidable, but as long as he didn't wish it, no Bewitching Technique could affect him now.

Although Sabina spoke casually, her response was serious.

Her eyes hardened, and suddenly little red demonic horns appeared on her forehead, and a red triangular tail appeared from her coccyx. Her skin glowed a flushed sheen, signifying she had entered a second-stage succubus state.

Her already charming red pupils suddenly twinkled with enticing seduction, as if flashing soul-stealing lightning. The air was also suffused with a mind-confounding pink mist.

After transforming, she exclaimed with a coquettish tone, "Master, is this satisfactory?"

Visual, auditory, olfactory, spiritual power... such a compound Bewitching Technique was almost flawless.

At this level, most professionals at the seventh level would struggle to break free from her control.

A flash of light passed through Su Lun's eyes; he looked with a second stage All-knowing Eye and approved, "Not bad."

Sabina, guessing that her master's realm was probably frighteningly high now, was extremely pleased with this "not bad."

She didn't shy away from continuing her Bewitching Technique but instead clung to him as if boneless.

Su Lun looked slightly helpless; Succubus state Sabina indeed had an irresistible charm. He changed the subject, "Alright, I have a gift for you."

Expectant and obedient, Sabina asked, "Oh~ Master has a gift for your servant?"

"Yes."

Su Lun said as he took out a ring and explained, "This is 'Dream God's Consideration,' highly compatible with your profession. But it's one of the most powerful illusion-cursed items I have encountered. Be careful when using it, at least until after the seventh level, before you can be somewhat immune to the curse's backlash."

This was from his recent return to Old Lington, solving the mystery of 88 Ginkgo Street, known as 'Havier's Resentful Morgue.'

Even within the entire alchemical plane, this was considered a top-tier sealed item.

The ring was superfluous to Su Lun but a definitive divine artifact for illusion professionals.

Given how passive the current strategic situation was on the plane and the chaos in Old Lington, Su Lun felt that Sabina, his intelligence officer, needed some stronger means of protection.

Previously, he thought she wouldn't need it, but after the last two days, Su Lun felt she might soon make good use of it.

"Ah?"

Sabina was clearly just as surprised by Su Lun's words, as seen in her shining eyes.

To make her master say "the strongest," she knew this cursed object must be terrifyingly powerful.

Giving her such a treasure, how could she not know that her master cared about her safety?

The feeling of being valued felt genuinely great.

Sabina joyfully accepted the gift, rubbing against Su Lun with her proud posture and coquettishly said, "Thank you, Master~"

A large patch of smooth skin touched, instantly spreading an ambiguous atmosphere.

Su Lun felt his heart warm as he rubbed, and patted Sabina's perky buttocks, "Alright, stop fooling around."

Just then, Rena, wearing an apron, came in and greeted, "Mr. Su Lun, Miss Sabina, ready for breakfast~"

But seeing their posture, she couldn't resist teasing, "Wow, I didn't see anything~"

With that, she slipped out.

Rena was no succubus, and two days of pleasure had been quite enough for her.

She was a reserved lady at heart, not one to walk around the apartment naked all day like Sabina, or constantly tease Mr. Su Lun...

Soon, there was another warm breakfast filled with an ambiguous atmosphere.

....

After breakfast, Su Lun left the apartment and walked onto the street.

This season was Old Lington's season of frequent rains and fogs, and today the sky was drizzling, with thick fog spreading across the streets.

Despite the rainy day, there were still many pedestrians on the street, airships flew in and out through the high fog, and cranes at buildings were busy at work.

Rainwater "drip-dropped" on his overcoat, and Su Lun took out and opened a black umbrella.

His leather shoes splashed through puddles.

Just as Su Lun took out his black umbrella and hadn't walked two steps, a ghost lady burst out, complaining, "Ah... Su Lun, what have you been doing these past two days? You keep making excuses not to let me out, and I'm almost suffocating."

Listening seriously, Su Lun kept walking as he casually said, "Didn't you say you wanted to chat with Pandora in the little void realm? I had things to do, so I didn't call you out."

The girl liked staying inside the rune umbrella, so she had always accompanied him. But now she could come out anytime, and with so many inappropriate scenes in Rena's apartment these past days, naturally, he couldn't let the girl watch the show, so he kept her in the little void realm.

"But you can't chat for two whole days!"

Pestoya floated in front of Su Lun, her expression mature beyond her years as she eerily said, "Don't think I don't know, you went to see that succubus servant of yours again!"

Listening, Su Lun didn't argue; despite being young, the girl was incredibly sharp.

Sure enough, seeing him silent, Pestoya, now indignant, said, "Hmph! Did you have your maid impersonate my sister again? Humph, I'm going to tell Sister!"

"..."

Su Lun rolled his eyes inwardly: It wasn't me, I was passive.

He owned up to other things, but this incident indeed made him feel guilty.

The girl's clever little mind was too cunning to deceive.

Not hoping to fool her, Su Lun changed the subject instead, "I've been thinking about making a new doll recently, one that can fly, sing, spurt blood, and scream terribly when chopped..."

Immediately interested, Pestoya's eyes lit up, clearly fascinated by the idea of such a horror doll, "Deal!"

Su Lun saw a trace of triumph flash across his eyes. After long interactions, he knew the girl too well.

Pestoya immediately felt tricked again and added one condition, "And next time, don't throw me into the little void realm!"

Su Lun flatly responded, "It's for your own good. Not suitable for children."

Pestoya argued dissatisfied, "Nonsense~ I'm your senior sister, a thousand years older than you! Plus, who wants to watch your dirty performance with the maid!"

Su Lun: "Then why do you want to come out?"

Pestoya: "I..."

The two bickered as usual along the way.

Soon, Su Lun arrived at the bus stop.

He had plenty of time and planned to take the bus.

Today, Old Lington's public transit system had changed drastically from the old days, with steam-powered trams covering almost every main street, meeting nearly all the commuting needs of the residents.

Su Lun checked his pocket watch; it was still early.

He waited for the next steam train and squeezed aboard with the crowd.

Because it was commuting hour, the train was crowded.

Workers with mechanical arms, apprentices holding basic alchemy texts, well-dressed gentlemen, housewives with grocery baskets...

The spirit of the people was vastly different from before, their idle chatter filled with gratitude for modern life, having jobs, incomes, being able to eat well and stay warm... and praises for the wise empress.

Su Lun listened silently all the way.

Soon, the steam train arrived at the Quentin District, located on the north bank of the Lokwarren River, seven stops away.

This area had once been the affluent quarter housing the Luying Royal Academy, where commoners seldom ventured.

But after the disaster in Old Lington, the area underwent reconstruction, now boasting many high-rises.

Su Lun alighted from the vehicle at the theater and donned a black top hat.

At the street corner was a small alchemy temple where elegantly dressed guests were gathered on the lawn for a wedding that, while not grand, was very heartwarming.

...

At this moment, at the entrance of the Alchemy Temple, guests were enthusiastically blessing the newlyweds.

Although no reporters were invited, some well-informed newspapers still sent journalists who secretly came and hid around corners to take pictures.

After all, it was the Roberts family, formerly the great councilor of Old Lington, now the minister of war for the United Empire. Even a simple wedding, not inviting many guests, attracted an unending stream of well-wishers, mainly distinguished parliament members, empire ministers, and business celebrities...

The only family the bride, Kama, had was a younger brother who was still adventuring abroad, making the bustling wedding feel somewhat lonely for her. Therefore, from the start, she had been looking around at the entrance of the temple.

Dressed in a crisp military uniform, the eldest son of the Roberts family, Alexis, saw the trace of sorrow in his fiancée's eyes and tenderly asked, "Kama, what are you looking at?"

From the time he first saw her on the Rodrica Queen cruise ship, he had fallen in love with this kind and beautiful girl.

With a joyful smile, Kama responded, "I sent our wedding invitations to the guild. If teacher returns to Lington, he might come."

No sooner had she spoken those words than she caught a glimpse, from the corner of her eye, of a man in a black suit walking toward them from down the street.

Kama's expression immediately brightened, clasping her simple white wedding dress and taking Alexis's arm, she rushed forward excitedly, "My teacher is here!"

Alexis, aware of nearly everything about Kama's past, knew very well the debt of gratitude his fiancée owed Su Lun, almost like a reborn parent, which made him look at the young man in the black suit with added appreciation.

Kama received Su Lun on the lawn, greeting him with excitement and joy, "Teacher, you really came!"

If there was anyone else she considered family besides her brother, it was definitely Su Lun.

Seeing her beloved teacher arrive so unexpectedly filled her with immense happiness.

A wedding witnessed by her teacher seemed truly complete.

"Hmm."

Su Lun doffed his hat, smiled slightly, and presented his gift, wishing, "Happy marriage."

While Kama's talent in puppetry was decent, it was not exceptional. Having suffered much adversity, this girl now had a joyful end, and her teacher was sincerely pleased for her.

Alexis made a good impression on Su Lun—as a person of integrity, he was deemed worthy of trust.

When Kama discovered a seventh-stage gargoyle in her storage ring, she accepted this precious gift, tears welling up in her eyes, "Thank you, teacher!"

Alexis also performed a protective salute, politely saying, "Your Highness, welcome."

Prince Fick, Kama's teacher, regardless of his identity, Alexis's profound respect was duly shown.

Su Lun, listening, nodded slightly, slightly uneasy.

He hadn't informed Kama in advance of his coming, not only because he didn't want his movements calculated by others but also because he preferred not to attend as 'Fick.'

But such a wedding of the Roberts family's eldest son was inevitably a gathering of high-society individuals.

Su Lun was not fond of such social occasions, but as the only elder of Kama's family, he had to greet the Duke Roberts and several other key members,

Others were also curious to know who could make the newlyweds personally welcome them.

Chatting in twos and threes, they soon found out.

It turned out this "Cinderella" had quite a background, being the direct disciple of Prince Fick.

Although the United Empire had abolished the ennoblement of new aristocrats and dispensed with the feudal system, former nobles still retained their titles. Though there were no longer any nobles, the old folks' perception remained deep-rooted, with noble blood considered superior.

With Su Lun's appearance, those older nobles who had looked down on Kama's family background instantly shed their scornful attitudes.

It seemed like a perfect match all of a sudden.

Su Lun attending the wedding was naturally to support his disciple prominently.

Although his current identity was sensitive, now that Yekaterina had declared herself empress, it wasn't likely to cause any trouble.

Su Lun didn't plan to engage in high society networking with those he didn't know well. After sending his blessings to the newlyweds, he found a quiet corner by himself and savored the desserts from the buffet.

Though many recognized "Fick," nearly no one was familiar with him. Although some guests wanted to approach him, seeing his distant and cold demeanor, they wisely chose not to disturb him.

Yet, as Su Lun was engrossed in sampling the exquisite desserts alone, suddenly someone approached and intimately took his arm, instantly sinking his arm into a substantial softness.

And a pleasant female voice came from beside his ear, "Your Highness, allow me to introduce myself, I am 'Lady Marquise Klappam.'"

Su Lun chuckled slightly at the tone, naturally recognizing the comer.

Turning his head, who could it be but Anna?

Gazing at Su Lun, Anna said, "Of course, if Your Highness would consider me a friend, you could also call me 'Anna.'"

Su Lun replied with a smile, "Miss Anna, you're here for the wedding too?"

Anna was Yekaterina's closest friend and had served as a bridesmaid at a past wedding, so he was naturally acquainted with her.

He had also witnessed the vivacious and unrestrained nature of this marquise's daughter.

Hearing this, Anna corrected, "Oh, no, I'm a married woman now. You can call me 'Anna' or 'Lady Marquise Klappam.' Oh—I am now a deeply unfortunate widow."

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Despite talking about misfortune, not a trace of sadness showed on her face.

"..."

Su Lun took another look upon hearing this.

Anna, with her hair neatly coiffed, indeed dressed as a matron but had shed the naivety of a young girl, adding a touch of mature charm. Her classic court dress highlighted her splendid figure, and her décolletage was strikingly captivating.

But the term "widow" just sounds interesting.

Su Lun smiled, although he admitted that Anna was a charming lady, he obviously preferred being friends.

"I told you before, my family was allied through marriage with the southern Marquis Klappam. Unfortunately, my fiancé died in the war before we could hold the wedding. Both families wanted to continue the alliance, thus I became a widow."

Anna explained, with a hint of self-mockery when mentioning the word "widow."

Perhaps because she was a widow, she openly looped her arm through Su Lun's, asking, "Mr. Su Lun, when are you returning to Lington?"

This time, she finally did not call him 'prince,' and a familiar feeling returned.

Su Lun laughed, "I have also just arrived not long ago."

Anna said, "Ah... then, have you visited the palace to see Katusha? Ah, since she became the emperor, she has been so busy, always with numerous public duties to handle every day. I haven't seen her for several months..."

As she spoke, she glanced at Su Lun, fully aware that the two hadn't seen each other since the marriage, "I don't know what's going on with you two, but... even as friends, you can still go see her, right? I think... she probably also hopes someone would check on her. After all, she's never really had any friends, she's very lonely."

As her only best friend, Anna clearly knew more.

Listening, Su Lun's eyes flashed with a strange light, he didn't know why, but he simply responded, "Hmm. I'll visit when I have time."

Anna, intelligent as she was, didn't linger on the topic, and instead said, "If Katusha is too busy, you can also come to see me. I live permanently in Lington now, at 113 Chanser Avenue. You can come any time. I'll treat you to coffee~"

As if marriage had made Miss Anna bolder, she said, narrowing her eyes with a smile.

Listening, Su Lun smiled faintly, responding politely, "Okay. If there's a chance."

Anna clearly knew the answer, a touch of melancholy in her eyes, but unabashedly voiced her thoughts, candidly expressing, "Ah... Katusha was right; after meeting you, I find it really hard to be interested in any other man. Oh! I think I'm doomed to be lonely all my life."

Su Lun didn't know whether to laugh or cry.

Never before had he found communicating with someone so difficult.

From beginning to end, it seemed he didn't have much to say.

Annoyed or not, Anna chatted like close friends, helping him pick some petite desserts.

...

The wedding ceremony followed the usual rituals.

Because everything was simplified, it wasn't like when Su Lun and Yekaterina got married and had to parade through the entire city.

After taking vows in the Alchemy Temple, the groom kissed the bride, and the ceremony was completed.

The bouquet of happiness was passed to a lucky soldier, who immediately proposed to his girlfriend, and the guests' faces bloomed with joyful smiles.

Watching those scenes, Su Lun also felt a sense of peace that had been long absent.

Only when things quieted down, life seemed to carry the aura of humanity.

Archduke Roberts was the imperial military minister, and many of today's guests were from the military.

The topics they discussed were mostly about war.

"Old Pal, you really kept us in the dark. Last time, during the combined fleet operation, everyone thought we were in real danger. My boys were even ready to gloriously reinforce the front lines. It turned out not only was there no danger, but it completely wiped out eight legions of ten thousand men from the Divine Realm. Looking at it now, this must have been His Majesty's strategy..."

"Indeed. We even thought the news might have been His Majesty's way to stabilize the army's morale, but just a few days ago, we suddenly heard that the combined fleet launched a surprise attack on the Mafaxi Coast, completely destroyed the newly promising shipyard and harbor of the Divine Realm, and also severely damaged two more legions of ten thousand men. Only then did we understand, His Majesty's far-sighted plans. These consecutive victories truly boosted our morale!"

"Hahaha, those 'surrender faction' folk are completely silent this time, and our military finally has its moment of pride."

"Old Pal, give us a peek, any more good news waiting for us?"

"..."

Su Lun listened with interest.

He was well aware of the details of these intelligence reports.

After the Dawn Group had broken the siege of the combined fleet, they did not return to Luying, but chose to launch a surprise attack on the Mafaxi Coast together.

With eight legions of ten thousand men destroyed, the defensive capabilities of the Divine Realm were significantly weakened.

It was the perfect opportunity for a surprise attack.

The fleet raided the coastal shipyards and harbors, utterly destroying the Divine Realm's scant maritime forces.

This move even delayed the Divine Realm's offensive plans by several years.

With the combined fleet still adrift at sea, and the Dawn Group providing genetic potions, that force was also growing exponentially stronger.

The next encounter would probably bring another "big surprise" for everyone in the empire.

This was Lington, the imperial capital of the Combined Empire.

Su Lun had thought it would be a peaceful day.

However, unexpectedly, while the wedding was in progress, suddenly, several blocks away from the temple, intense battle noises erupted.

"Boom," "Boom," a few loud noises startled everyone.

Su Lun's brow furrowed, "Abel?"

He immediately realized one of the fighters was his disciple, Kama's brother Abel!

Why was he fighting here?

Something clicked for Su Lun, and in a flash, he had vanished from the scene.