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Sato was well aware of the terrifying strength of his opponent, so he did not take the attack head-on. Instead, he nimbly turned around and launched an attack from the side.
Their figures intertwined and entangled, but they never actually made contact.
"It's really troublesome."
Chang Wei watched the two figures locked in fierce combat and sighed inwardly.
This unpleasant entanglement has reached its limit!
An indescribable sense of irritation welled up in the man's heart.
Sato, the guy who excels in speed but lacks strength, is always by your side, making him hard to shake off.
With Chang Wei watching him closely from the sidelines, he was almost unable to display his true strength.
"enough!"
The man finally let out a low growl, as if to vent his impatience.
A delicate little dagger had appeared in his hand without him noticing. The next moment, his speed suddenly increased, as if he had turned into a bolt of lightning. The dagger slashed through the air with a "whoosh" and went straight for Sato's throat.
However, he did not intend to kill Sato; he merely wanted to subdue him to gain leverage in negotiations.
After all, in this chaotic era, every evolved being is a valuable resource, and no force would easily give them up.
Upon seeing this, Sato's expression changed drastically.
The opponent's sudden burst of speed far exceeded his own; the cold glint of the dagger was already within reach, and he didn't even have a chance to resist.
"Captain Sato!"
Upon seeing this, Chang Wei's group exclaimed in surprise.
The two young men on the other side were excited. This kind of scene was commonplace for them. They knew that another evolved being would fall under the middle-aged man's dagger.
Only the woman's face turned pale instantly. She wanted to stop it, but it was too late.
"Whoosh—" The sound of the dagger cutting through the air echoed, as if foreshadowing the coming storm.
Suddenly, a faint tearing sound came from the air, and then a figure streaked across the sky like lightning, rushing forward.
"boom!"
A deafening impact shocked everyone present.
They stared wide-eyed at the scene before them—Chang Wei's hand, like a hard shield, tightly gripped the dagger that was about to pierce Sato.
"My God, he actually managed to block that attack!"
The man and two women opposite them gasped in surprise. They couldn't believe that someone could possess such astonishing speed and strength, and could intervene instantly in the battle between two evolved beings.
The man was deeply shocked.
"This power... Is he a dual-evolver? Why is he so powerful?"
The man's eyes widened, feeling as if his dagger was locked in place by an invisible force. He was only a centimeter away from piercing Sato, but now he couldn't advance an inch further...
Sato breathed a sigh of relief, thankful that he had escaped unscathed, and then quickly retreated, leaving the battlefield to Chang Wei.
Chang Wei smiled as he looked at the man opposite him, gently lowering the dagger in his hand.
"Friend, what happened just now was a misunderstanding. We meant no harm; we just hope that everyone can get along peacefully."
Sensing Chang Wei's unfathomable power, the man felt a chill and said bitterly, "Who exactly are you people? With such strength, you are definitely not ordinary thugs."
Chang Wei slowly began to speak: "My name is Chang Wei. I have established a base on this land to provide everyone with a safe place to live."
The man sheathed his dagger and looked at Chang Wei with a solemn expression. "I am Tokugawa Hongwu, from Yokohama. The three of us are people I am responsible for protecting. We heard that you have a base in Tokyo, so we have come to seek your help."
"Yokohama?" Before Chang Wei could even speak, Sato and the others exclaimed in surprise.
Yokohama was a city they had visited before, hundreds of miles away.
They never expected that these people would come from such a faraway place.
To be able to traverse such a long distance, they must have endured countless hardships.
You have traveled thousands of miles just to seek shelter, which makes me wonder, is it possible that your original 5.4 Garden - Yokohama City - no longer has a place for you to settle down?
Chang Wei frowned. He knew that the power dynamics on this land were complex and intertwined, much like the conflicts between feudal lords in history. Yokohama, as a city rich in resources, should have the strength to sustain itself.
A bitter expression appeared on Tokugawa Kōtake's face, and he spoke with deep sorrow:
Brother Changwei, our home—Yokohama—is no longer the prosperous city it once was. Located near the mighty Yokohama River, it once thrived because of the river, but now it's plunged into despair because of it. The river is plagued by strange occurrences, giving rise to countless ferocious mutated beasts, whose power far surpasses that of ordinary zombies. Our homes along the river have become their hunting grounds, and countless lives have been lost. Coupled with the rampant zombie hordes, our city, once home to a million people, now has only a handful of survivors—less than one percent.
393 Chizuru-chan!
He took a deep breath and continued:
I was entrusted by Shiina Chizuru's father to protect her in the apocalypse. Before he died, he mentioned an old friend in Jiangnan City whom he hoped I could take Shiina Chizuru to seek refuge with. However, when we arrived in Jiangnan City, it had already been overrun by zombies, and we had nowhere to find our old friend. Fortunately, we learned from the radio that a base had been established in Tokyo, so we decided to go there, hoping to find new hope.
Chang Wei listened quietly to Tokugawa Kōtō's account, secretly plotting and trying to find clues to the truth from their words.
Sato and the others were also shocked by this thrilling experience, and they all showed surprise.
Suddenly, Chang Wei changed the subject, his gaze sharpening as he looked at Tokugawa Kōtake and Shiina Chizuru:
So, what makes you think you can get the powerful figures in Tokyo to accept you, especially ordinary people like Shiina Chizuru?
His words were like a sharp sword, pointing directly to the core of the problem.
23 He knew that in this apocalyptic world, it was not easy to seek refuge with others, let alone for an ordinary person without special abilities.
Tokugawa Kōtake smiled wryly again. He did not answer directly, but turned to Shiina Chizuru.
Chizuru Shiina lowered her head slightly, seemingly deep in thought. Then, she raised her head, a resolute glint in her eyes:
Although I possess no special abilities, I have a map left to me by my father. This map marks a secret location, said to hold a treasure guarded by our family for generations. I believe this map can serve as our leverage in seeking refuge with Tokyo.
Chizuru Shiina sighed softly. She knew the situation was beyond repair; exposure was inevitable. Rather than handing over her resources to the unknown, selling them to this powerful evolved being was perhaps a safer option. She knew that lying to such a powerful being would have dire consequences if exposed.
A hint of surprise flashed in Chang Wei's eyes; he had never seen Shiina Chizuru so resolute and decisive.
This woman, who was usually quiet, exuded an indescribable authority once she opened her mouth, making people have no choice but to believe her.
"Chief Changwei, now that you have established a base here, would we be so fortunate as to have the honor of seeing its splendor?" Shiina Chizuru extended an invitation to Changwei with a smile.
Chang Wei hesitated for a moment, then laughed heartily, “Of course, please follow me.”
Seeing this, the other two knew that the evolved beings they relied on were far more formidable opponents, so they dared not speak recklessly, for fear of angering these powerful individuals.
The group returned to the town, and Chang Wei learned of their identities along the way.
Tokugawa Kōtsu is a retired special forces soldier, while Shiina Chizuru is the daughter of the vice mayor of Yokohama.
The other two, Qian Ming and Chen Shenghai, were the children of a friend. For some reason, they were traveling with Shiina Chizuru and entrusted Tokugawa Kōtake to escort them to Jiangnan City.
These two young men, pampered since childhood, lived a relatively comfortable life under the protection of Tokugawa Kōtake even during their escape.
Tokugawa Kōtō and others tried to find out Chang Wei's background, but Chang Wei did not hide much.
He knew that demonstrating his strength would make these people more willing to stay.
Chang Wei had also witnessed Tokugawa Kōtake's strength and hoped to bring this powerful figure under his command.
At the same time, the secret that Shiina Chizuru mentioned also piqued his interest.
Following Chang Wei's footsteps, Tokugawa Kōtake and his entourage entered the small town they called "home".
Before your eyes, a "barrier" constructed of reinforced concrete comes into view, like an indestructible city wall, protecting every life on this land.
Patrolling combat personnel moved about, their eyes resolute and their steps steady, while the majority of the people were busy ordinary folks.
They were either sweating profusely as they reinforced the city walls, or intently making clothes and cooking, their faces beaming with love and anticipation for life.
What is particularly remarkable is that children on this land are able to receive an education, and their clear voices reciting their lessons are the most beautiful melody on this land.
It is important to understand that in turbulent times, children are often seen as a useless burden, but here, they are so precious.
Tokugawa Kōtō and others felt a mix of emotions.
They had witnessed countless changes of power and were used to tyranny and ruthlessness, but in Chang Wei's presence, they saw hope and warmth.
Although life here is still full of challenges, it is undoubtedly a paradise compared to those forces that only know how to exploit and oppress.
They arrived at the center of town, where Hoshino Ai, Okino Yoko, Nakano Tensei, and others lived.
When Chang Wei introduced Tokugawa Kōtō and the others, everyone's attention was focused on this imposing evolved being.
The names Yoko Okino and Tensei Nakano are not unfamiliar to them, especially Yoko Okino, the legendary actress whose name is known throughout Sakura.
After a brief introduction, Shiina Chizuru and the others expressed their deep respect for Okino Yoko and the others.
They sat together, sharing their experiences and observations.
On this land, they found a shared belief and pursuit—to strive for a better future.
Chang Wei sat firmly in the main seat, his gaze sharp as he looked directly at Shiina Chizuru. His tone was calm yet unquestionable: "Miss Shiina, do you have anything to share with everyone here?" He knew that at this point, there was no need to beat around the bush; he had plenty of ways to bring the truth to light.
Yoko Okino and the others sat to the side, their eyes filled with curiosity and anticipation. They all knew that every word Chizuru Shiina uttered could cause a stir.
Chizuru Shiina took a deep breath; she had made up her mind. She knew that she was now within Chang Wei's sphere of influence, and escape would not be easy. But she felt no fear, only determination.
“Tokugawa Kōtō…” she called softly, turning to the man beside her, a resolute glint in her eyes.
"I know the location of an armory."