Necromancer, but pre-collapse civilization

　Why did she serve Senator Vincent, Dr. May, and Morales in succession?

　Isn't it all so that Ling can stay away from all this turmoil and danger and live a peaceful and carefree life?

　Now that she knows the road ahead will be filled with bloodshed, how could Sakura bear to let Rin get involved?

　With this in mind, Sakura became even more determined—no matter how difficult the road ahead, she would bear it all, just to protect Rin's smile and happiness.

Chapter 801 The Last Peace

　In Japan during the Bunsei era, judging people by their appearance was actually a highly practical means of identifying their status and position.

　Anyone with a discerning eye can glean from a person's clothing and attire whether they are of noble birth or have a high social status.

　During the Bunsei era, Japan's productivity was far inferior to that of modern times, and there were clear class boundaries and divisions among people.

　Ordinary people from impoverished families could only afford to wear coarse linen clothes, living a simple and unadorned life.

　Meanwhile, wealthy merchants and prominent nobles from affluent families could easily wear luxurious fabrics like silk and satin, showcasing their prestige.

　In this context, people's reactions when they see cherry blossoms become easier to understand.

　At this moment, Sakura was wearing an extremely luxurious long blue kimono, looking radiant.

　Every inch of the kimono fabric is as delicate as silk, light and flowing, as if a gentle breeze could make the entire garment dance, radiating a charming, subtle luster. It not only fully demonstrates the wearer's extraordinary status but also retains the unique feminine grace and gentle charm.

　The dress is embroidered with exquisite patterns, with silver and gold threads cleverly interwoven to outline delicate cherry blossom designs. Each petal is lifelike, as if it might gently fall in the wind at any moment, adding a touch of romantic and dreamy charm to the overall look.

　Her long pink hair was meticulously styled into an elegant updo, adorned with an exquisitely crafted and breathtaking blue flower hair accessory. The hair accessory perfectly complemented the color of her kimono, adding to her fresh and refined charm.

　Although the view hidden by the white tabi socks is not visible, those who gaze upon Sakura can imagine that it must be alluring feet with perfect curves.

　As Sakura moved, the hem of her exquisite kimono swayed, making her appear even more graceful, elegant, and charming.

　However, even though the cherry-haired girl was so beautiful and captivating at that moment, no one who passed by dared to get too close to her.

　Many people even chose to take a detour when they saw Sakura.

　This is easy to understand.

　Just by looking at her gorgeous outfit, you can tell she must be a rich and noble young lady.

　People without status or position naturally wouldn't dare to provoke them, while those with status and position have no need to actively seek trouble.

　However, if someone fearless dares to walk right into the line of fire, their fate will likely be extremely tragic.

　Sakura is no ordinary person; she was once the most powerful assassin in the glorious human civilization that had been annihilated by the Herrscher of the End—[Forget-Me-Not].

　She wouldn't show any mercy to such an arrogant and ignorant person.

　Moreover, as the commander of the undead army that invaded this newly discovered world bubble, Sakura naturally has a powerful guard that matches her status.

　Less than a hundred meters above her head, a guard of vengeful spirits and vampires, empowered by the Great Lich Sorcerer Corps and imbued with the [Illusion Legion], circled and soared, protecting the safety of their commander.

　And in the far reaches of the heavens, several ghostly dragons remained vigilant, closely monitoring every inch of the town where Sakura was located, ensuring that no threat could get close.

　With such tight protection, Sakura could naturally choose a favorite gift for her younger sister at her leisure.

　After all, once the war begins, she will need to devote herself entirely to the battle and will never have the opportunity to make such a choice again.

　Relying on the Great Corpse Witchcraft

　With the combined spellcasting of the division and the advanced Honkai energy detection system equipped on the Paris-class heavy frigates, Sakura has gained an extremely detailed understanding of the situation within this world bubble.

　This world bubble is modeled after Japan under the rule of the Muromachi Shogunate, and it constantly unfolds a series of heart-stirring scenes of joy and sorrow.

　As for the Heavenly Mandate Church and the Divine Immortals mentioned in the Shogunate's official documents, they only exist in the distant background of this world bubble, with no trace of them in reality.

　Even foreign merchant ships that arrive at various ports in Japan will vanish without a trace the moment they leave Japanese territorial waters, as if they have been erased.

　Having witnessed firsthand the merchant ships that suddenly appeared or disappeared in the real-time video footage transmitted back by the Paris-class heavy frigate, Sakura truly understood for the first time what the world bubble was.

　Getting back to the point, the wooden clogs, so exquisitely crafted that anyone could tell at a glance that they were quite valuable, made a series of crisp and pleasant sounds as they lightly stepped on the stone bricks.

　Accompanied by the sound of footsteps, Sakura slowly walked to the front of a magnificent-looking chamber of commerce.

　Although previous Japanese governments consistently adhered to the "emphasizing agriculture and suppressing commerce" commercial policy, which was extremely beneficial to feudal rule, as time passed and technology advanced rapidly, industry, commerce, markets, guilds, and other commercial-related fields quietly achieved a certain degree of development.

　This phenomenon is actually not difficult to understand.

　While the rich wine and meat smell, the road with frozen bone.

　Although the social inequality is alarming, it cannot stop the powerful and wealthy who will never starve from their fervent yearning for and relentless pursuit of a better life.

　Moreover, behind this, there are many powerful figures who secretly manipulate things and profit from them.

　Whether through front men or other forces, powerful figures always manage to cleverly use methods that seem unrelated to themselves to acquire benefits in a respectable and clean manner.

　Under the intentional or unintentional hints and influence of these important figures, the officials in charge of implementing the shogunate's policies (civil servants of the samurai office, similar to modern police and city management officers) naturally understood and knew how to act.

　This chamber of commerce was established against this backdrop.

　When Sakura appeared in front of the Chamber of Commerce, the two doormen standing on either side, dressed in neat clothes, immediately bowed in the most respectful manner.

　Then, they pushed open the guild hall's main gate, which consisted of two exquisitely carved wooden doors.

　With a slight creaking sound as the door hinges turned, Sakura gracefully stepped into the spacious and bright lobby of the Chamber of Commerce.

　Inside the lobby, rows of shelves are neatly arranged with all kinds of goods, from exquisite porcelain to gorgeous silks, from precious medicinal herbs to exotic spices, a dazzling array of products.

　The air was filled with a faint aroma of spices and tea, which was invigorating.

　Upon seeing Sakura's luxurious yet elegant attire, the shop assistants in the chamber of commerce immediately realized that this customer was no ordinary person. They all stopped what they were doing and greeted her with the utmost respect.

　Sakura smiled and nodded in response.

　This former assassin knew very well how to project an air of quiet authority and aristocratic grace.

　She strolled among the shelves, her eyes wandering over the various products. Occasionally, she would stop to examine a particular item closely or ask the shop assistant for details about it.

　This is also a kind of sweet trouble.

　Sakura wanted to choose a unique gift for her younger sister that could convey her heartfelt sentiments.

　The weight of this sentiment made her hesitate among many choices.

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Chapter 802 The Attack Begins

　Just as Sakura was struggling to choose a gift for Rin, a middle-aged man dressed in a well-fitting kimono and wearing a samurai hat slowly entered the hall.

　The middle-aged man had a serious face and his eyes revealed an imposing authority, clearly indicating that he was a key figure of great importance in the chamber of commerce.

　Upon seeing Sakura, he immediately stepped forward and inquired about her needs in a rather respectful tone.

　This is not surprising.

　Although he held a prominent position in the chamber of commerce, he was nothing more than a somewhat useful lackey in the presence of nobles, and had to be extremely respectful.

　Indeed, he didn't recognize which noble family the cherry-haired girl in front of him belonged to, but based on his years of experience welcoming and seeing off guests for the merchant guild, a girl with such noble bearing must be from a very high-ranking noble family.

　Ignoring the middle-aged man's respect, Sakura politely told him that he was choosing a gift for his sister.

　Upon hearing this, the middle-aged man immediately wore a smile of great honor and then personally led Sakura to the most precious and rare items section of the merchant guild.

　The rare items section displays items from the Chamber of Commerce.

　The most precious, unique and rarest of goods in the world.

　Here you can find rare gemstone jewelry, exquisite handicrafts, and precious medicinal herbs from afar.

　At his recommendation, Sakura ultimately chose a piece of lacquerware meticulously crafted by a skilled artisan as a souvenir.

　The patterns on this lacquerware are lifelike, and its color is as warm and lustrous as jade. It is undoubtedly a perfect gift that can show your thoughtfulness without losing your dignity.

　After completing her selection, Sakura, with a slight thought, calmly ordered several vampire counts disguised as servants to complete the payment, relying on the command authority granted by Moros.

　Despite being undead units with bat wings on their backs and an unusual appearance, their true identities remain undetected thanks to the tactical spell [Illusion Legion].

　Witnessing the two samurai paying for Sakura, the middle-aged man's expression became even more humble and respectful.

　He carefully packaged the lacquerware himself and handed it to Sakura, his words filled with deep respect and best wishes for her.

　Smiling as she accepted the carefully chosen gift, Sakura expressed her heartfelt gratitude for the thoughtful service provided by the middle-aged man.

　Then, without looking back, she turned around and left the Chamber of Commerce with light steps.

　Stepping out of the Chamber of Commerce, Sakura once again treads on that ancient stone-paved road marked by the passage of time.

　The bottom of the wooden clogs gently touched the stone bricks, producing a series of crisp and pleasant sounds.

　She raised her head and looked up at the vast, boundless sky, her pale purple eyes gleaming with deep contemplation.

　At this moment, Sakura was secretly pondering another important piece of intelligence that had been transmitted back from the Grand Lich Mage Corps and the Paris-class heavy frigate—

　About that small village called Yae-mura, hidden deep in the heart of Shinano Province.

　"Yae Sakura... In the vast world, is there truly a flower that shares a similar fate and trajectory with me...?"

　Sakura's tone carried a hint of doubt and inquiry, as if she were gently questioning fate or searching for some ineffable answer.

　After leaving the majestic gates of Heian-kyo, Sakura turned and looked back.

　The castle, which embodies the essence of all of Japan, appears even more majestic in the afterglow of the setting sun.

　"Feel sorry……"

　The cherry-haired girl sighed softly.

　Then, she resolutely issued the formal order to begin the attack to the undead forces, who had completed their final deployment and were eagerly awaiting her command.

　Admittedly, Sakura's combat experience is mostly limited to solo combat, at most small-team coordination. She is not familiar with battlefields where giant ships, cannons, and heavily armed groups clash head-on.

　However, in this world bubble so small that only the sun remains, the difference in strength between the two sides has become astonishing.

　Even if you randomly assign a mediocre person to the command seat, the scales of victory have already tipped too far to be reversed.

　Therefore, she was able to issue orders without any worries, allowing the battle to proceed according to the established trajectory.

　Upon receiving Sakura's order, the long-dormant undead forces were instantly awakened, unleashing a fighting power that terrified everyone living in this bubble world.

　In the intermediate layer, 70 kilometers above the Earth's surface, all 24 Paris-class heavy frigates, controlled by an artificial soul aggregate that manipulates these steel behemoths with a total mass of 14 tons, sequentially opened all their missile launch ports.

　At the same time, the muzzles of the main guns that ran along the hull—the improved Moon Throne system—also lit up with a dazzling light symbolizing death and destruction.

　The next moment, the sky was torn apart.

　Countless missiles and beams of light, like the judgments of an angry god, poured down like a torrential rain, carrying irresistible power and boundless killing intent.

　These missiles and beams of light drew fiery and dazzling trails in the air, like meteors streaking across the sky, and crashed heavily into the military strongholds of Japan under the Muromachi Shogunate.

　The explosions were deafening, creating a scene reminiscent of the end of the world.

　These missiles and beams triggered a chain reaction of catastrophic events in the target area. The massive shockwaves from the explosions swept across the land like a raging storm, tearing the earth apart.

　The raging flames devoured everything in an instant. Whether it was the impregnable city walls or the once bustling city, everything was reduced to nothingness, leaving only desolation and ashes.

　Heian-kyo, this ancient and glorious capital, has witnessed countless historical changes, but at this moment, it trembles under such a terrifying and intense baptism of artillery fire.

　No, the clutches of this disaster did not stop at Heian-kyo. All the important military strongholds in Japan were reduced to ruins after this round of devastating bombing.

　Amidst these ruins, the entire city of Higanbana seemed shrouded in a thick gloom, the air thick with the acrid smell of gunpowder and the suffocating atmosphere.

　The city's outline was faintly visible in the firelight and smoke. The once prosperous scene was now just ruins, telling a story of endless desolation and sorrow.

　However, even after this seemingly hopeless end, it was not the end of the story.

　Huge teleportation portals silently opened near various cities in Japan.

　Behind those doors that emit a ghostly green glow lies the manifestation of the concept of death in the present world.

　Through the portal's light screen, the survivors could clearly see countless neatly arranged undead troops.

　"Is this... an army from the underworld (Yomi)?"

　"what should we do?"

　"Your Majesty the Emperor, please save us..."

　"..."

　Before these survivors could recover from their shock, countless undead forces surged forth from these portals like a tidal wave, carrying the aura of death and the will of destruction, launching a new assault on the land of Japan.

Chapter 803 The Battle of Heian-kyo

　Standing atop a small hill not far from Heian-kyo, Sakura could clearly witness the merciless wrath of the heavens descending upon the city.

　Although the Paris-class heavy frigates were designed by Verviers decades ago and their combat capabilities are far inferior to the latest Halberd-class destroyers, they are still more than capable of dealing with an ancient city from the Wenzheng era.