Bleach: The Captain of the Fifth Division Becomes Stronger Through Training.

Chapter 130 129: Wait until he takes responsibility

The sound of gurgling water came from outside the floor-to-ceiling window.

After a pause of about three breaths, a crisp falling sound suddenly rang out.

It is the sound of green bamboo filled with flowing water, knocking on the bluestone.

The bamboo spit out the water that had just been filled up, and emptied out the weight... The green bamboo was forced to adjust its center of gravity and raised one end again.

Arima Shizuka couldn't help but raise her eyes and glance to the side beside her.

"..."

What comes into view is a courtyard that is well-decorated and looks quite elegant.

The bamboo seesaw used to connect the changing water is hanging down on stilts.

It repeats itself in a cycle, making a series of intermittent and rhythmic sounds, like some ancient artifact.

With a clumsy and natural voice.

To record the passage of time.

stomping on...

The sound of short footsteps coming from outside the door made Arima Shizuka look away and turn inside.

There was a crash.

A woman wearing an ancient-style kimono was kneeling outside the door. She had a pretty face, although traces of wrinkles could be seen at the corners of her eyes and cheeks.

But this level of wind and frost does not show the slightest bit of vicissitudes.

One can only feel that something called time is leaving simple traces on the other person's face...

At this moment, he was respectfully bowing to Arima Shizuya.

"Are you Mr. Shizuya Arima who will be participating in the internship today?"

Faced with the other party's respectful attitude, Arima Jing did not show any intention of being arrogant. He immediately exchanged gifts and spoke politely.

"Yes, I am Shizuya Arima, who submitted an application five days ago, hoping to come to the Sixth Division for an internship."

Yes.

Almost a week has passed since the last time I communicated with Kotetsu Kiyone.

The blockade of Seireitei continues.

But just as the prison master and Ma Jing had predicted before, this kind of thing would not last long.

If we don't relax the restrictions now, many people will start to complain.

Although old man Yamamoto has a rather pedantic temper, he is not to the point of not being able to listen.

Things have dragged on to this point with no result, so the only option is to compromise.

Thanks to this.

As the 'culprit', Arima Shizuka can continue to come out for internship.

And the destination of this trip was exactly the answer he had found after thinking for a long time.

"Lord Xiumu has been informed of your arrival. Please follow me to the front of the hall... Is there any inconvenience at the moment?"

There are so many ways to lead the way.

It can only be said that the style and philosophy of this squad are placed in the different 13 squads...

They can all stand out from the crowd like a crane among chickens, highlighting their extraordinary uniqueness.

Arima Shizuya put his hands on both sides of his waist, pressed his knees against the ground, and leaned back slightly with his legs supporting him.

Until he propped up his entire body and stood up.

"Please lead the way."

The other party seemed to be quite fond of Arima Jingye's attitude and style, and the amiable smile on his face became even more intense at this moment.

"The duty lies."

Walking on the wide corridor.

Arima Shizuka also walked through the two front yards, strolled along the aisle where sunlight was constantly shining, and finally came to a Japanese-style room with a rather simple style.

The other party also bowed slightly to Arima Jing and made a very polite gesture.

Having done the relevant homework in advance... Arima Shizuka also stepped aside tacitly and lowered her head.

Among the nobles, the saying "don't look at anything inappropriate" is most popular.

Since I'm a visitor, I should put myself in the right position... After all, I'm here for an internship, so I might as well take it as an opportunity to broaden my horizons.

Because she couldn't see, Arima Jing could only hear rustling noises coming from the front.

The sound of sliding doors, greetings, exchanges.

The footsteps are getting closer...

"Arima-kun, Lord Kuchiki wants to see you."

Get it!

The person concerned responded and finally raised his head at this moment.

The scene inside the Japanese-style room came into view.

As the first image suggests, the interior decoration has nothing to do with luxury or gaudy.

All that could be seen was a long table that could accommodate people kneeling.

And there is an extremely large painting placed on the side wall directly opposite the entrance.

Black and white.

A traditional Chinese character for 夸 (kua) is depicted in it.

The surrounding layout and scene were simple and generous. Even after seeing it clearly, Arima Jing also moved his eyes away.

It was transferred to the figure sitting behind the long table.

That's a...

An elderly man who looks very serious and earnest.

Her long silver hair was neatly combed back.

The beard was thick and long, and on the cheeks, which were not covered with any excess flesh, it highlighted an extraordinary sense of majesty.

After just looking at him for a moment, Arima Jing saw the other person raise his head and fix his eyes on her.

"It's our first meeting, Arima Shizuya."

"My name is Kuki Yinling."

"As you can see, the then captain of the Sixth Division and the twenty-seventh head of the Kuchiki family was none other than me."

The tone is calm and peaceful.

It was as if he was stating an indisputable fact.

Arima Shizuka also clasped her hands on both sides of her body, with her sheathed Zanpakuto tucked at her waist, and her right hand loosely grasped and slightly raised.

The young man bowed respectfully to the other party and introduced himself.

"Nice to meet you, Captain Kuchiki."

"My name is Arima Shizuya."

"Please give me more advice."

If this was the first place for her internship, Arima Shizuka might have been a little nervous.

After all, compared to him, I am as plain as a country bumpkin who has just moved to the city.

But there is a saying that goes, everything is afraid of comparison.

After undergoing such rigorous training under old man Yamamoto, Arima Shizuka has now achieved a state of calmness.

Isn’t he just an old man who scares people... Don’t be afraid, he might not be able to beat me anyway.

As his thoughts raced through his mind, his facial expression naturally did not change at all.

Such a response made Xiumu Yinling smile a little in his eyes.

"I see, what Ye Yi said is indeed true."

"...?"

hold head high?
How could this be related to Shihouin Yoruichi?

Before Arima Jing could ask anything, Kuchiki Ginling chuckled and said.

"You may not know this yet, but Yoruichi has already communicated with me in advance. She said that you are a trustworthy newcomer and a pillar who can support the Soul Society in the future."

"For the sake of our mutual nobility, provide some necessary help to this rising star."

"The above is the content of the message that Yoruichi left to me."

It would be a lie to say I wasn't moved.

After all, Arima Shizuka had never imagined that Shihouin Yoruichi would help her to this extent.

But before he even had the chance to say some words of thanks in his heart, Xiumu Yinling had already restrained his expression.

And at this moment, he reached into his arms.

"As the captain of the Sixth Division, I will naturally be willing to teach students like you who are here for internship."

"After all, when it comes to martial arts and cultivation, there should be no distinction between high and low."

As he spoke, Xiumu Yinling took out a handwritten letter and placed it on the wooden table.

"This is the letter that Master Yamamoto Genryusai sent to me."

"Young man... do you know what is written here?"

this……

Could it be that it has something to do with me again?

Amidst the doubts, Arima Jing also spoke cautiously.

"Captain Yamamoto, what can I ask of you?"

"He asked me to pay special attention to you and to focus on your growth in other areas."

what……

Master Yamamoto, do you have nothing to do on weekdays? ! The news that I came to the Sixth Division for internship was actually known to the other party. Is the so-called captain-in-chief's job such an idle one on weekdays?
As his thoughts froze, a man who was lying in the geisha's arms sipping sake couldn't help but sneeze at this moment.

"Ah..."

"Ala, what's wrong, do you have a cold?"

Reaching out and pressing his red and itchy nose, Kyoraku Shunsui said with a smile.

"Ahaha, how could that be ~ maybe some cute little girl is thinking about me again."

"You still have to say such hurtful words even though I'm right beside you. I can't help but shed tears."

Kyoraku Shunsui, lying on his back, smiled calmly.

"Flowers covered with dew also have a strange beauty."

"You're really good at talking. How about having two more cups?"

"Haha, it's just a small thing~"

……

"Come in and take a seat, Arima Shizuya."

Xiumu Yinling raised his right hand and pointed to a position in front of him.

There was no room for Arima Jing to refuse, so she nodded and sat down.

The atmosphere between the two was not too stiff.

Although I originally thought that the Sixth Division was a very sophisticated place...but now it seems that the other party is just a rather old-fashioned and conservative old man?

Ok.

No matter what, he should at least be easier to get along with than old man Yamamoto.

While thinking, Arima Jing also heard the other party ask.

"Arima Shizuya, do you know what our nickname for the Sixth Division is?"

What kind of pop test...

Is there any penalty for answering incorrectly?

"It should be... the nobles' team?"

"Haha, you are somewhat prepared, that's a good point."

Xiumu Yinling raised his right hand horizontally, and now it was standing upright in front of him. The rest of his fingers were all curled up...but only his index finger was standing upright.

As if emphasizing something, Kuchiki Ginling spoke slowly.

"The work of the Sixth Division is different from that of the other Gotei 13."

"Although we also have the responsibility of protecting the court, if we have the choice, the Sixth Division's top priority is missions against the nobles."

"The team house is equipped with a solid prison for prisoners. Do you know what this means?"

Arima Shizuka was not that stupid and she quickly understood the other party's intention.

"Squad 6... has law enforcement powers independent of other squads?"

Ah~ Speaking of this, I remembered it.

After Rukia was captured and brought back to Soul Society, she did experience a similar imprisonment scene.

however.

That place is not a prison in the common sense, managed by the 9th Squad.

It is a unique place for the Sixth Division to hold a confinement...

At first I thought it was a bit inhumane, but later I thought about it and realized that it was also "gentle" in a sense.

after all.

"As for matters between nobles, try to understand the whole situation among the nobles... Is this what you mean?"

This is the uniqueness of the Sixth Division.

After hearing what Arima Shizuya said, Kuchiki Ginrei's lips trembled slightly, and at this moment he just sighed calmly.

"As expected of a talent recommended by the two of you, you are indeed outstanding."

Thank you for the compliment. I just defeated a captain a few days ago.

"The general content is as you just said. The Sixth Division has the most unique law enforcement authority."

"That is why, as the captain of the Sixth Division, I must enforce the law impartially and remain clear-headed and absolutely rational at all times."

"Did you hear everything I said?"

...?
Although some hindsight.

But Arima Shizuka also felt that these words were not directed at her.

The next moment, there was a loud crash.

The sliding door on the side was pulled open, and a handsome young man wearing training clothes was waiting outside the door in a respectful manner.

"I have heard it, Lord Yinling."

"That's good."

The serious old man didn't even turn his head.

He simply raised his left hand calmly, just like he had just instructed Arima Shizuya.

At this moment, he pointed to his left front side.

"You should take a seat too, Byakuya."

I always feel that the old man just said a very extraordinary name in a very calm tone.

Although I want to keep myself calm.

But at this time, it is inevitable to be curious.

Arima Shizuka couldn't help but raise her eyes and look at the figure in the diagonal direction of herself.

Kuchiki Byakuya.

This character is given a lot of attention in the original work and also has very distinct personal characteristics.

At this moment, he appeared next to Arima Shizuya.

Appearance...

Compared to the cold and aloof appearance in the original storyline, Byakuya at this moment is obviously a little more immature.

The long hair is not hanging down, but tied up high like the tail feathers of a horse, looking extremely bright.

Judging from his appearance alone, he is a very handsome and energetic young man.

just.

The frown that was tightly furrowed at this moment.

However, this unique youthful feeling was completely crushed and shattered.

On this ruin called temperament, at this moment, Arima Shizuka could only feel the breath called "sorrow".

The other party did not notice his gaze, and Kuchiki Ginrei beside him continued speaking.

"Kuchiki Byakuya."

"Arima Shizuya."

"From today on, you will learn about the nobility under my guidance. You will also need to train diligently and never neglect your practice."

"Yes!"

Kuchiki Byakuya responded decisively, with a resolute expression on his face.

But Arima Shizuka who was standing next to her was stunned for a moment as if she was a little surprised.

So much so that no one responded at this moment.

The grandfather and grandson looked towards him at the same time.

"Arima Shizuya, what's wrong?"

No no no, that's why I want to ask...

Originally I just wanted to come for a visit, and in the end it was enough for me to become familiar with your Kuchiki family.

Why is there an additional course on nobility now?

Huh? My surname has nothing to do with nobility even if I trace it back ten generations!

As if he had understood the other person's thoughts in an instant, Kuchiki Ginrei spoke in a calm tone.

"Don't worry too much... Considering the expectations those two have for you, it's only a matter of time before you become the captain."

"And the captain will also have to deal with nobles, so he should learn some necessary knowledge in advance as a backup."

"It won't cause any jokes in the future."

Do I have to waste my time here for such a simple reason?
Because I'm not very willing.

So I still want to struggle now.

Arima Jing also hesitated for a while and then spoke in a low voice.

"Um... Excuse me, Captain Kuchiki. Can I ask you a question?"

"But it doesn't matter."

“How long will this last?”

If it's just a month, it's still acceptable.

And then you can finish it before the end of the year.

Take some time to visit other teams and broaden your horizons.

——If I had known this would happen, I would have gone to the Fourth Division.

Although the dead-eyed Captain Unohana Retsu is scary, there’s the sweet and soft Yuune over there to hug…

Kuchiki Ginrei thought for a moment, then turned to look at Kuchiki Byakuya who was standing beside him.

"Let's wait until this child is old enough to take on the role of the 28th head of the Kuchiki family."

(End of this chapter)