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

Chapter 170 169: Time Flies

Arima Shizuya's tiredness was hard to get rid of.

But fortunately, he still has a third party to rely on who is out of the situation and not involved in these intrigues at all.

You can continue to pretend to be strong and calm elsewhere.

But here, Arima Shizuka was able to let down his guard for the first time in a long time - he even fell asleep in Totetsu Yuune's arms.

When I woke up, it was almost dusk.

Unohana Retsu had already returned, so a few greetings were naturally inevitable.

However, this ruthless killer from a thousand years ago, after revealing the compassionate face he had maintained for many years, seemed to have a considerable degree of gossiping mentality.

Relying on his status as a senior, he teased the two of them inside and out.

Saying things like 'Oh, how bold', 'It's great to be young'...

Tohru Yuine was almost about to cry, so he let Arima Shizuka go out.

Yep! This woman is so abominable!

But that being said.

The other party also had no ill intentions at all.

He walked to the door of the 4th Division with a feeling of emotion and subtlety, but he hadn't completely walked out yet.

Unohana Retsu's shouting was heard from behind.

"Wait a moment, Arima-kun!"

Turn around and look.

The woman with long hair and a gentle face stood in front of the team dormitory and smiled peacefully at Arima Shizuka.

"Arima-kun, I'm sorry for offending you just now."

"No, no, no, it's just some jokes, I don't care at all..."

And it's better to say these words to Arima Shizuka.

"If you go find Yong Yin, that guy will probably be happier."

Unohana Retsu laughed and just nodded slightly at this moment.

"That child is much stronger than Arima-kun imagined. Please believe in her resilience once in a while."

Is that right?

It seems that this silly girl is making continuous progress.

It's really touching.

Thinking of this, Arima Jing said no more. He nodded and was about to speak...

The other party has already said.

"Also, Arima-kun, I have something I would like to ask of you."

Does Unohana Retsu have something to ask of me?

"You, just tell me what you want!"

It may seem a bit too restrained, but this is understandable.

After all, I have never had any contact with the other party, and we hardly say a few words to each other on a daily basis...as someone of the same generation as Mr. Yamamoto.

What does she want to ask of me? I feel an indescribable sense of seriousness!

Unohana Retsu seemed to be aware of the other party's embarrassment and just smiled with pursed lips.

"I just want to say...if I have time in the future."

"Please come to the 4th Division and meet Yuune."

"She's a very well-behaved child, and I hope Arima-kun can maintain this relationship with her."

……

Ok?
The person in question blinked and quickly came to his senses.

Are you here to act as a matchmaker?

"What's wrong, Arima-kun doesn't want to?"

"Ah? No, no, I was just a little surprised..."

"So you agreed? That's great. I'm sure Yongyin will be happy too. Actually, a few days ago, Arima-kun was sentenced by the 46th Chamber, and Yongyin has been worried about you."

"Really? That's true, it really is..."

Should I say thank you?

But I always feel like I can’t express it at times like this.

what……

Thinking about it this way, this is probably when one is at a loss for words.

Seeing that Arima Shizuka also began to choke and scratch the corners of her mouth, Unohana Retsu's smile seemed to become more subtle.

"Before, I thought Arima-kun was just a rookie, and I just thought you had a promising future."

"I never thought that I would be able to stand at the top of the Gotei 13 now."

"It's really touching. People like me are more or less ashamed now."

No no, you're welcome.

Just for the fact that you can chop Kenpachi Zaraki like a pig and kill him all the way until he is completely paralyzed.

Arima Shizuka is not on the same level as the other party at all.

"You're joking. I just happened to be in this position."

"It seems that this effortless manner is also Arima-kun's weapon. Very good, it is really getting more and more exciting."

Unohana Retsu clasped his hands in front of him, with the corners of his mouth curled upwards.

"After all, there are many kinds of powerful types."

“Techniques, schools, thoughts, and original intentions.”

"No matter what you call it, its essence is the extraction of some kind of essence, and the precious thing that is finally obtained."

so……

“I’m a little bit looking forward to it.”

"That unique ability to see through the past, present, and future."

"If possible, I would like to experience it myself."

Although it is still weak, it is enough to attract people's attention.

Just like a seedling planted, knowing the other person's true appearance, it grows into a towering tree...

It's just a matter of time.

Unohana Retsu tilted her head slightly, and beneath her smile, as gentle as that of a bodhisattva, she uttered a whisper that made Arima Shizuka's hair stand on end.

"Perhaps the time will soon come when I can compete on the same stage with Arima-kun."

Huh? No...

I beat Unohana Retsu?

real or fake?

Stop it, sister. I'm only at the third level of spiritual power. I really can't stand it...

I don’t know whether to say that the other party’s intuition is sharp enough or if it is due to some other reason.

At this moment, Arima Jing was also being targeted by the other party.

This is enough to make people break out in a cold sweat!

He quickly chose to say goodbye, and as he was leaving, he heard that calm yet somewhat joking tone again from behind him.

"Arima-kun! There's one last thing I forgot to tell you."

Standing still, Arima Jing also turned around to look.

He saw Unohana Retsu raising his right hand and waving it gently towards him.

"I was unable to attend before due to other matters... It's not too late to talk about it now."

"Congratulations, Arima-kun."

"I took over as captain of the fifth squad."

...Did you stop yourself because of this?

Arima Shizuka also stood still.

He remained silent for a while, and finally bowed heavily in that direction.

Don’t say too much, and don’t talk too little.

Just for this sentence, thank you!!!

See you!

After turning back and returning to the team barracks, Arima Shizuka also showed a thoughtful expression in her own residence.

The virtualization incident has come to an end so far.

As for the next plot.

Basically, except until Strawberry was born, there were no major events particularly worthy of attention.

"The rest of what I have to say is probably just trivial matters within Soul Society. From the perspective of the Three Realms, they are naturally nothing..."

and so.

There is a window period of about several decades here.

There is no doubt that this period of time cannot be allowed to pass by without doing anything.

We must seize this long enough buffer time.

Improve your own strength until you can participate in the plot, or even become a mastermind.

——Although I said that, I am now the captain of the 5th Division.

After a slight sigh, Arima Jing looked up at the bright moon outside the window and burst into laughter at this moment.

It's good to have a sense of urgency, after all, it will drive people to make continuous progress. But at the same time, you also need to stop occasionally and take the time to...examine yourself.

"Well, then just take it one step at a time."

'Just like climbing a mountain, taking big steps is fine, but it's still not very safe.'

'There's no need to rush. The most important thing is to walk steadily.'

As for the present...

Arima Shizuya's eyes dropped and focused on the Zanpakuto at his waist.

Let's start by becoming familiar with our own strengths.

……

Spring passes and autumn comes.

As the four seasons rotate, time is like quicksand...

Slipped away quietly without being noticed.

Even if you want to hold it in your hands, this pervasive sense of passingness will still make you sigh from the bottom of your heart.

——Time flies.

Hearing his captain say such unreasonable words, Ichimaru Gin couldn't help but look sideways.

"Did you run into any trouble?"

"Ha, no... I just suddenly remembered something from the past. It's been a long time, so just thinking about it makes me feel emotional."

correct.

Like this, I had a calm conversation with Gin Ichimaru in the office.

"It seems like that was forty years ago?"

"Are you referring to the incident where someone almost lost half his life because he overestimated his own abilities and used unfamiliar powers without authorization?"

Ugh, that's a harsh thing to say.

With her long hair draped over her shoulders and wearing the captain's haori on the outside, Arima Shizuya, with her arms folded across her chest, pondered for a moment.

At this moment, he was showing a wry smile.

"It's been so long since those things happened, how can you still remember them..."

Compared to forty years ago, Arima Shizuya's appearance has not changed drastically.

only……

If you really want to be particular.

Perhaps it can be said that the whole person appears to be smoother.

At this moment, Arima Jing was also shaking her head and waving her hands.

"If it were me, I would have forgotten it all~"

This cynical look actually gave him a bit of the feeling of Kyoraku Shunsui.

Gin Ichimaru just snorted lightly and was completely unmoved.

"That's because I was impressed, of course, Captain Arima."

after all.

"That look of being about to die is really impressive."

Compared to forty years ago.

The man standing in front of Arima Shizuya at this moment has completely turned into the tall and slender appearance in the original work.

"Speaking of which, Yin, you have changed a lot..."

"That's of course because I'm in my growth period, Captain Arima."

Although there was nothing obviously outstanding about his appearance, the cold aura that lingered around him had already dissipated for the most part.

It may be because Arima Jing is also deliberately training the other party in this direction.

There has been a noticeable change in Ichimaru Gin's temperament.

"It seems a lot more cheerful."

Although Ma Jing was also very satisfied.

But at this moment, Gin Ichimaru just shrugged, and the smile on his face already revealed a hint of viciousness.

"Well, disguise is part of the job after all."

Essential things are still difficult to change.

Although the topic was diverted a lot by the sudden emotion, Gin Ichimaru has been with this captain for so many years after all.

At this moment, the only thing left is how to "deal with" him.

"Come to think of it, this is really rare. I thought Captain Arima was the kind of person who wasn't very sensitive to time."

"No, where did you come up with that conclusion..."

"After all, you didn't make it to the Maou Academy welcome party yesterday, did you?"

Gu... Regarding this matter, Arima Shizuka can still make an argument.

"That's for a reason."

"Are you referring to the drinking party with Captain Kyoraku?"

"This is necessary socializing, Yin."

"Is drinking with two popular courtesans also part of the plan?"

"...No, no, no, were you following me yesterday?"

"Isn't that what the vice-captain's job is?"

“So your understanding is very problematic…”

Complaints like this have become the norm in recent years.

Judging from the way they get along with each other alone, the relationship between the two can be said to be quite harmonious.

Even in the eyes of the members of the 5th Division, this is a symbol of a very good relationship.

After putting all the last information in his hand back in place, he gently turned his wrist, sighed softly, and half turned his head at this moment.

"So, last night was actually all about that stubborn young nobleman?"

"What's with that name? And come to think of it, you know the reason!"

After saying this.

Arima Jing couldn't help but sigh at this moment.

It's true that we went out for drinks last night, but that was actually to talk to Kyoraku Shunsui.

The other party is considered a seasoned figure, so he would naturally not provide free help for such a task.

and so……

At least we have to provide some necessary services.

"Actually, I don't really like going to that kind of place, but there's nothing I can do about it. The greasy uncle just likes that."

"But Captain Arima clearly enjoyed it?"

"…No, did you follow me yesterday?"

With a shrug, Ichimaru Gin skipped the topic without making any comment.

"So what was the result?"

Speaking of this, Arima Shizuka also showed a rather troubled expression at this moment.

A stubborn young nobleman.

The only person who can be called worthy of this title in the Soul Society is the eldest son of the Kuchiki family.

Kuchiki Byakuya.

Just as described in the original book, this guy met Feizhen while on a mission.

Love at first sight!

You Ma Jing had known about this many years ago and had wanted to try to intervene.

But it’s strange—I searched everywhere but couldn’t find Fei Zhen.

Dabai can find his wife as soon as he goes out.

These two people are truly a match made in heaven...the kind that can't be separated.

But this is also quite troublesome.

After all, Xiumu Yinling's attitude towards this matter is quite clear.

I didn't intend to agree at all.

It just so happens that both the grandfather and grandson are stubborn, so the current situation can be said to be quite tense.

These rumors have spread not only among the nobles, but also among the Gotei 13.

This shows how serious a fuss this matter has become.

As for looking for Kyoraku Shunsui, Arima Shizuya's thinking was also quite pure and simple.

"I've managed to get Captain Kyoraku to agree. He'll come with me to visit the Kuchiki family later today."

Although Arima Shizuya has a close relationship with the Kuchiki family.

But the occasion is extremely serious, and there are so many eyes watching... If you are not careful, it is easy to make others laugh.

It's true that you want to help, but at least you should not cause trouble to others.

Borrowing the name of Kyoraku Shunsui, he paid a formal visit in the name of a noble.

This is the solution found by Arima Shizuya.

"Hmm~"

Ichimaru Gin pondered for a moment and gave a sharp comment.

"It's really troublesome, such a noble grandfather."

(End of this chapter)