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

Chapter 141 Chapter 140: Opinions of the Parties

Captains meeting.

Considering the members involved and its nature, its seriousness naturally cannot be deconstructed.

It is for this reason that among everyone present, even Shihouin Yoruichi, who behaved the most casually and nonchalantly, would choose to speak carefully so as not to offend others.

but……

Today seems a little different.

Shifengyuan Yoruichi couldn't help but frown. She stuck out half of her head, and her eyes passed over several captains in between and fixed on the old man.

"Old man, you are a member of the nobles' exclusive troop, right?"

The tone can be said to be quite polite.

And combined with the current environment, this undoubtedly emphasizes another thing.

Arima Shizuya, who does not have aristocratic blood and has no connection with the Kuchiki family, should not be able to serve in the Sixth Division.

unless……

Is that guy Arima Shizuya going to marry into the family too?

Wow, if this were true, Shifengyuan Yoruichi would probably be so angry that veins would pop out on the spot.

What does this brat mean? Does he look down upon the girls of my Shifengyuan family? Are the girls of the Kuchiki family so much prettier than ours?!
What's the matter? You can't appreciate the beauty of dark skin, right? You only like the sickly one from the Kuchiki family? !

There are limits to joking!
Seeing that the expression on Shihouin Yoruichi's face became a little subtle, Urahara Kisuke, who was standing not far away, hurriedly raised his hand and made a downward motion.

Calm down, calm down, calm down...Impulse is the devil.

Although there are no words, it is effective.

The slightly delicate atmosphere was eased, and the topic could now continue.

Back to topic.

I may feel that this is inappropriate - words themselves do not have any power, but if the person who speaks is of extraordinary status, then in this kind of occasion, it will only seem abrupt.

And eye-catching.

At this moment, even Captain Yamamoto, who had been squinting his eyes as if he was dozing off, turned his head and stared over.

Rotten wood and silver ridge.

Carrying the name of rotten wood, the other party has a sense of reserve corresponding to that of a noble, and also maintains the basic attitude of being taciturn.

In other words...when the other party thinks it is appropriate and reasonable, they will not only not show any reaction, but will even silently acknowledge everything that happened.

Unlike Shihouin Yoruichi, Kuchiki Ginrei has never shown any enterprising, radical thoughts or actions that want to change anything.

Such is the strength, such is the thought, and they are consistent inside and out.

There is no doubt that this is a person who maintains the status quo, not one who advances.

But if any of the ancestors of the Xiumu family were here, they would certainly not say any words of reproach.

After all, maintaining something is a very difficult thing in itself.

It's just that I'm not as good as a true genius - there's nothing to regret.

And at this moment, Xiumu Yinling is fully worthy of his well-known name.

He did not speak immediately, but gave sufficient time, waiting for everyone to understand what he said.

He then added slowly.

"To be honest, during the time when Arima Shizuka was interning in the Sixth Division, she and my grandson became good friends."

"I will definitely not stay in this position for too long, but considering my grandson's ability, it is still a bit difficult for him to serve as the captain."

"Therefore, I want Arima Shizuka to serve as my deputy to help my useless grandson get through this relatively difficult period."

Having said this, Xiumu Yinling paused for a moment and then spoke.

"This won't last long. Three to five years will be enough."

After saying this, Kuchiki Ginrei lowered his eyes and half turned towards Shihouin Yoruichi.

"When Byakuya Kuchiki is able to shoulder such an important responsibility, it won't be too late to take Arima Shizuya with you then."

"That is what I am asking for."

He nodded slightly.

But it has already made everyone present show different expressions.

Kyoraku Shunsui looked at Ukitake Jushiro with a wry smile, and the latter's grinning expression clearly showed that he shared the same feeling as his old friend at the moment.

"This is really a big problem, Ukitake."

"Yes... the old man from the Kuchiki family actually asked the Shihouin family for these things in public."

The nobles have different styles of doing things, so there is no reason to be picky in this regard.

but.

No matter what, some things must be unchanging truths.

Nobles of the same level can become friends and understand each other, but no matter what, one side should not bow to the other.

This is both reserve and persistence.

Even as a noble, there are some things that cannot be shaken or even tried to be changed - there was once a family that did something similarly stupid, so much so that they can no longer appear in the Soul Society.

The atmosphere became quite tense at this moment.

Kyoraku Shunsui glanced around with a subtle expression and sighed quite noticeably at this moment.

"I was originally thinking of trying to get Arima-kun to work on my team. After all, there are so few young people who are so active and capable."

Ukitake Jushiro pretended to cough, averted his gaze at this moment, and spoke in a low voice.

"Don't cause trouble at a time like this... Just stop it, idiot."

That's true~
As for other people's reactions.

Urahara Kisuke frowned visibly, and it was unclear whether he was confused or surprised.

Most of the rest of the people, except Kenpachi Zaraki who looked as if he was in a trance, had quite surprised expressions.

Fuhashiro Juro covered his mouth and spoke with an emotional tone.

"Will that old man who looks so serious also bow his head to others sometimes?"

Aikawa Luowu, who had his hands folded in front of his chest, now let them down without moving, but he spoke softly at this moment.

"Speak less, this is a conflict between nobles, don't interrupt."

Mako Hirako, who had originally looked listless, now showed a rather surprised expression and reminded in a low voice.

“Well, this kind of thing is rare…”

Although I had wanted to try to win over that guy Arima Shizuya, I didn't expect the atmosphere to become so serious just as the negotiations began.

At this point, if I were to interfere, it would be really inconsiderate...

It's really touching - he hasn't even had the chance to officially join the team, but now he already has such a high level of fame and popularity.

really...

If you were given a few hundred years, would you be able to compete for the next captain?
As a captain, it would be difficult to shoulder this responsibility if you don't have a good eye.

At this moment, everyone's thoughts are basically the same as those of the above three people.

however.

Even though Kuchiki Ginrei had a clear tendency to make a request at this moment, Shihouin Yoruichi still couldn't respond.

She just slowly raised her hands and clasped them across her chest...

Frown your brows slightly.

Not good—just by seeing this expression, everyone present noticed this subtle and strange change.

"Master Xiumu, are you saying this from the perspective of the head of the family, or out of your own personal opinion?" It was a very straightforward question.

However, the conflict at this moment has intensified to an astonishing level.

Kyoraku Shunsui, who was not far away, couldn't help but let out a "huh" and pushed the hat on his head down.

"This is not good, this is not good, this is like a trial."

As a member of the nobility after all, Kyoraku Shunsui is very sensitive to such tense things.

Ukitake Jushiro obviously wanted to say something, trying to interrupt this creepy atmosphere. But unfortunately... before he could open his mouth, Shunsui beside him had already gently grabbed the corner of his clothes.

"Don't talk to me at this time. It will bring you trouble."

Sweat began to break out on Ukitake Jushiro's forehead, and his expression was also unusually serious.

"At this time, someone should stop it, right? If it continues like this, things will only get worse."

"Haha... Where does your strong sense of responsibility come from?"

While expressing his emotion, Kyoraku Shunsui did not forget to add a complaint.

"We can't help in this situation. Besides, even if we really want to do something, it should be someone with more prestige who speaks up."

so?
The middle-aged man with a lazy face turned his head halfway and looked at the figure not far away.

"Captain Unohana~ Could you please say something at this time?"

Although he was not a noble, he came from an ordinary family.

But just relying on his reputation as a long-time member of the Gotei 13, Unohana Retsu's words still carry enough weight.

Although it may not be possible to officially end such a serious topic, it would be good anyway to even ease the tension a little.

After all, humans are emotional animals.

Kyoraku Shunsui concluded with emotion.

'Perhaps it's just because the emotions are too intense at the moment, so both sides may have said something irrelevant?'

Indeed, this possibility cannot be ruled out, and perhaps it is also because of this consideration... The gentle Unohana Retsu nodded slightly, then raised her head.

It's just a matter of smoothing things over. It's not difficult at all.

however.

A more prestigious voice spoke before her.

"quiet."

Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni's voice is as steady and powerful as ever.

Just by opening his mouth at this moment, everyone present shifted their attention to him.

Captain Chojiro Suzuki beside him took a half step back at the right time, making himself completely hidden beside Captain Yamamoto.

"How ridiculous! As nobles, you are arguing to such an extent over a trivial matter?"

The tone is calm though.

But there is also a sense of pity for their misfortune.

"Ask yourselves today, do you feel that you have brought shame to our ancestors?"

Silence is Cambridge tonight.

Seeing that the two were motionless, old man Yamamoto slowed down his tone slightly and continued.

"I know that talent is in short supply nowadays, and every team needs people who can take on important positions."

"But Soul Society is so vast... Even the so-called geniuses are only creatures of current events."

"As a noble, you must also know shame."

"Don't say such rash words so easily in the future."

At this point, with a strong sense of both sides being punished, the topic is nearing its end.

The rest of the people present seemed relieved.

"It's enough that there is no conflict in this situation..."

Ukitake Jushiro spoke with emotion, while Kyoraku Shunsui beside him shrugged.

'But the problem seems to be unresolved.'

'What's the meaning? ’

"So which team will Arima Shizuya be assigned to?"

'...'

It seems true.

The source of the dispute between Shihoin and the Kuchiki family was the statement regarding the whereabouts of Arima Shizuya.

Now the two of them don't argue anymore, but the problem hasn't been solved yet...

At present, the whereabouts of Arima Shizuka is a big problem. After all, if the arrangement is not appropriate, it will be easy for people to criticize him.

The two most favored students of Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni looked at each other subconsciously, both revealing a look of great pain in their teeth...

"Wow, the old man is under a lot of pressure."

"I feel like the teacher hasn't had such a headache in many years..."

Both of them have reasonable sentiments.

After all, old man Yamamoto was obviously hesitant for a while at this moment.

Then he spoke slowly.

"Regarding the whereabouts of Shizuya Arima, why not ask...his opinion?"

Everyone present couldn't help but be stunned for a moment.

Come on, it seems I have never thought about it this way.

After all, generally speaking, soldiers like these who have just joined the team come here on their own, and this kind of snatching of people has never happened before.

But then again.

Ordinary graduates start by filling out their applications, right?
Once you have chosen your desired destination, you will then pass targeted exams in each division and undergo a similar secondary screening.

Taking into account the uneven number of people at the end and other issues, the number of people will be coordinated as appropriate, so that the teams that are originally short of people can be supplemented in this way.

Everyone present looked at each other in bewilderment, and soon... this statement was acknowledged.

Now that he was able to let go, his subsequent statements became much more moderate.

Old man Yamamoto said in a deep voice.

"Of course, Arima Shizuka will go to the squad he wants. But since he is not the chief officer or vice-captain, the position he holds is dispensable..."

"Considering this aspect, he can take care of the affairs of other squads after finishing his own affairs."

"So, do you have any objections?"

The two parties remained silent and did not respond at this moment.

It seems that things have come to an end?
But Kyoraku Shunsui, who watched everything, couldn't help but sigh in his heart.

After all these years, how could it be possible that after joining the squadron, you could just wander around and help others with their work?

"This kid... is really a pioneer for us."

and so.

What do the parties involved think?
I was thinking about the content of the captain's meeting and was now facing the list of volunteers to fill out.

Arima Shizuka is also writing her target squad on it.

"Fifth Division."

(End of this chapter)