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

Chapter 173 172: The Kuchiki Family 4 Years Later

Chapter 173 172: The Kuchiki Family Forty Years Later

"Then I'll take my leave now."

"Well, I won't see you off."

There was a crash.

Arima Shizuka also faced inward, and at this moment, she stepped back respectfully and left the room.

He returned to the corridor.

But it was not the direction they came in from - on the other side of the room, Arima Shizuka retreated to the inner area of the Kuchiki family.

Arima Shizuka calmly closed the sliding door and half turned around...

Until his gaze fell on the figure sitting nearby.

Kuchiki Byakuya.

Compared to the rough and vigorous appearance forty years ago, he is now more angular and has some of the cool temperament in the original work.

But compared to appearance.

At that moment, not only did he frown, he even leaned down and made a kneeling posture.

It can be seen that it has remained like this for a long time.

There were also obvious bumps on his head.

Arima Shizuka also sighed softly, and spoke in a rather casual tone while gazing at the courtyard scenery outside the corridor.

"How long have you been here?"

"..."

"You don't want to tell me? Well... never mind. Anyway, you heard what I just said to the old man, right?"

"..."

"When I came in earlier, I heard a family member mention that... you come here to kneel down after work every day recently."

"..."

"What is this? Are you trying to atone for your actions?"

"..."

"You even kowtowed several times just now because you felt guilty?"

"..."

"There's no point in torturing yourself like this. If you really want to apologize, wouldn't it be more direct to just go in and talk?"

"..."

"Or do you want to express the main idea of 'even if you have done this, you don't want to admit your mistakes'?"

"..."

say something!
You are dumb!

Seeing the other party being so stubborn and unyielding...

Arima Shizuka also helplessly patted her cheek with her right hand, and at this moment she showed a very helpless expression.

The relationship between the grandfather and grandson is really awkward.

——The one inside just needs to say a few words of understanding.

——The person outside just needs to be submissive and say some reassuring words.

But the two just didn't do it.

What do you want me to do as a mediator?

You can't do it. Both of you are reincarnated donkeys!

Considering that Byakuya Kuchiki is in this state, he is no longer in a state where he cannot listen...

If you try to change the other person's mind by force and do something excessive.

They might suddenly jump up and hit you.

It's not an exaggeration. It's not like Ma Jing hasn't encountered this before...

So, in the final analysis, this guy and Kuchiki Ginling are actually a grandfather and grandson who are extremely similar.

They are all extremely stubborn and very good at sticking to their own opinions.

Considering my own safety, and because today's work is mostly done...

The parties decided that it was better not to participate.

Just when Arima Jing was wondering whether he should pretend not to see it and just walk away.

The voice of Xiumu Yinling came from inside the door.

"Byakuya..."

"I'm here!"

The response speed is so fast...

"Don't waste your time here, go do what you should do."

"But I..."

"Ru, there shouldn't be any problem with your ears, right?"

"..."

Kuchiki Byakuya's expression became confused, but the voice inside remained calm.

"You don't have to come here starting tomorrow. I've just figured it out... I absolutely don't agree with what you're saying."

As a noble, as a member of the Kuchiki family.

This gap and distance in status is like a chasm.

Kuchiki Byakuya's mouth opened slightly, and the expression on his face almost instantly became panicked.

"Wait, Grandpa, you..."

"But ah, Byakuya."

It's not a good idea to interrupt others when they are talking.

But if it is between a grandfather and a grandson, it is naturally a different matter.

"Ahem... I don't agree with you, but... you really love that woman, right?"

"..."

"That's enough. I can't stay with you for too long, but that woman will be with you for the rest of your life."

Therefore.

"Stop paying attention to my feelings. As the head of the family, I cannot agree with your actions."

This is the principle.

"But as an elder...I want you to be happy."

This is rational.

"Go back, Byakuya. In the last days, please don't let me worry about your troubles any more."

People are like yin-yang fish.

There are two sides to a body, yin and yang.

Although Xiu Mu Yin Ling spoke so old-fashionedly at this moment, from a certain perspective, this was already a compromise.

after all……

The old man has already admitted defeat, hasn't he?

Arima Shizuka also glanced deeply in the direction of the door, the emotion in her heart remaining unchanged.

——Is this the answer you gave, Mr. Kumu?

if it is like this.

Then it's as you wish...

"Stand up, Byakuya."

Seeing Dabai in front of him standing up in a daze, Arima Jing also took half a step forward.

He just happened to support the other person who was staggering due to paralysis in his legs and feet.

So embarrassed.

Just being seen was enough to make people feel ashamed.

Especially in this situation? Kuchiki Byakuya gritted his teeth and subconsciously struggled a bit, trying to stand up on his own.

Arima Jing beside him also immediately showed a look of disgust.

"Come on, you've been kneeling for several hours at least. You still want to stand without someone to support you? I'm afraid you'll have to crawl back to the house later."

Lies don't hurt, truth is the knife.

Kuchiki Byakuya lowered his head and said nothing at this moment - nor did he struggle anymore.

Arima Shizuka also skillfully put the other person's arm around her neck.

He said this without looking back as he walked towards the other side of the corridor.

"Then I'll take Byakuya and go first, old man!"

"Ahem, well, I'll leave it to you then... Arima Shizuya."

The tone was far less relaxed than before, and at this moment there was even an indescribable sense of solemnity.

If it were someone else, it might be difficult to understand the emotions and thoughts involved.

But after all, Arima Jing had just talked to the other party, so she could naturally understand the deep meaning of it at this moment.

There is not only a feeling similar to entrusting an orphan to someone else, but also a sad farewell...

The days of the rotten wood and silver ridge are numbered.

Maybe we'll say goodbye today.

There may be no chance for us to meet again in the future.

The old man, who had already stepped into the Sanzu River, said his final farewell to Arima Shizuya, who was on the side of the 'living'.

Then.

How should I respond?
Maybe it's sad, maybe it's embarrassing, but considering the other person's mood and the relieved tone.

Arima Jing also forced herself to cheer up a bit and smiled without turning her head.

"Well, have a safe journey, old man."

"Oh... I appreciate your good wishes." It's just a matter of time.

I'll go ahead.

After sending Byakuya Kuchiki back to the hands of other family members, Arima Shizuka was about to leave.

But I heard Dabai shouting behind me.

"Wait, Captain Arima!"

The person concerned stopped and half turned his head.

His face was full of mockery.

"What's the matter, Master Kuchiki? Is there anything else you want to tell me?"

This tone.

It is simply the ultimate interpretation of the four words "yin and yang".

Kuchiki Byakuya was obviously a little ashamed. After all, Byakuya was an honest man, and he was not as cold and cruel as he was in the original novel...

Now he said it directly.

"Just now, I did something very rude to Captain Arima..."

Ignore the other person's conversation.

It also lets others see my embarrassing side.

No matter how you think about it, it's shameful and uncomfortable.

But fortunately, Arima Shizuka doesn't really care about these things.

A faint smile appeared on his face. At this moment, he turned forward, raised his hand... and gently patted the other person's shoulder.

"You're quite reserved, Byakuya."

"Don't be so nervous. After all, we are old acquaintances."

"I understand your temper, and I won't get hung up on these trivial matters."

and so.

"Just be yourself, just like your grandfather said..."

"Just choose the side that makes you happy."

"Besides, I came here today just for this matter."

The words of gratitude stuck in my throat, but no matter how hard I tried, I couldn't utter a single word.

Unable to speak.

Do you think you can get rid of such heavy feelings with just a simple thank you?

Maybe Ma Jing can also accept it.

But Byakuya Kuchiki could never forgive his frivolous self.

Words are too simple to express my feelings - so at this time, I have to use actions...

"You're not going to do something very strange with me, are you?"

Arima Shizuya pressed the other person's shoulder with a subtle expression and a subtle tone.

"We have known each other for so many years. Don't you know my character at this point?"

Don't do anything fancy.

"Just give me some incense when you have time~"

Arima Shizuka also raised the sword at her waist with a smile - the incense attached to it had long been polished to a patina... Although it had been well maintained, it was after all forty years old.

And it is also something you wear with you.

Therefore, the shell now has a tendency to crack slightly.

Kuchiki Byakuya regained his senses and spoke calmly.

"The bag is on me!"

"Oh~ Then I'll wait for your good news."

Asking for gifts comes second.

The main thing is to give the other party room to please.

Otherwise, if he owes the other person such a big favor, but doesn't give him any room to return the favor... He would be so troubled that Byakuya Kuchiki couldn't sleep at night.

"Then I'll leave first, back..."

"Ahem, Lord Byakuya...are you outside?"

Very unfamiliar voice.

Accompanied by the sound of the sliding door being pulled.

At this moment, Arima Shizuka's expression changed slightly and he looked to the side.

that……

It is a very small figure.

Black hair, thin, and with shoulders only half as wide as the others...

A woman as delicate as a doll.

She was wearing a kimono and was standing there at a loss as to what to do.

After glancing at Arima Shizuya, he couldn't help but cover his mouth with his hands, his eyes full of surprise.

"Well, you are..."

The person concerned smiled calmly, raised his right hand and touched his cheek.

"I'm Arima Shizuya. Do you remember me?"

The other person's smile bloomed like cherry blossoms.

"Yeah! I remember you, Captain Arima!"

Kuchiki Hime... No, that shouldn't be her last name now.

Not long after the other party met Byakuya Kuchiki, Arima Shizuka also contacted the other party with the help of his own connections.

When we first met, I thought I had run into Rukia.

These two sisters really look alike...

And because of her foresight, Arima Shizuka also arranged some "coincidences" to allow Kuchiki Byakuya to know about Hime's physical condition in advance.

Unnecessary temptations and adjustments are omitted.

With the help of Shizuya Arima, Feizhen received professional treatment from the Fourth Division as soon as possible.

Although the person involved is doing this with the mentality of doing his best and leaving the rest to fate.

But the results were unexpectedly good.

——It’s just due to nutritional deficiencies caused by being born in poverty.

"If it takes longer, it might turn into a difficult and complicated problem that is difficult to deal with."

Unohana Retsu's words linger in my ears and are still clear at this moment.

Even the smile was the same.

'But fortunately, it's not too late.'

Feizhen has been receiving treatment from Unohana Retsu for quite some time now.

Thanks to this.

Arima Shizuka is also familiar with this guy.

Now, after hearing the other party's excited response, the person involved couldn't help but chuckle.

"I never thought that I would be remembered by the new noble of the Kuchiki family. Ah~ I am truly honored."

"Ah! Um, that... I, I'm not like that, I..."

Feizhen is not as thick-skinned as others.

At this moment, Arima Shizuka was teasing him, and he hesitated for a long time but couldn't come up with any decent words.

Finally, he lowered his head and saw tears about to burst out.

Arima Shizuka also quickly apologized.

"Sorry, sorry, I was just joking out of habit... Don't take it to heart."

Just kidding, if you cry.

That idiot next to you can draw a knife at me.

Don’t talk about old friends. If you dare to mess with the daughter-in-law of the Kuchiki family... I guess the guy on the hospital bed would jump up right now.

After a while of comforting, the other party's emotions were noticeably eased.

——Looking at this tearful appearance, Arima Shizuka couldn't help but sigh.

What a surprise.

It turns out that Byakuya Kuchiki likes this fragile type.

It is somewhat consistent with his 'male chauvinism' style.

"So, have you been taking your medicine properly these days?"

Feizhen put his hands on his chest and nodded excitedly.

"Yeah! Even though it's bitter, I can barely swallow it with Byakuya-sama's encouragement!"

"Oh~ So the young master of the Kuchiki family can do this kind of thing. It's very interesting."

Kuchiki Byakuya beside him blushed, and Fei Zhen felt even more at a loss.

oops.

It's fun to tease this couple.