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

Chapter 178 Chapter 177: Forty Years of Warmth

There was no immediate response.

Because at that moment, Arima Shizuka also had a thoughtful expression on her face regarding this question.

"Yin, you..."

"It's easy to attract attention by standing still. Captain Arima, let's talk while walking."

Watching Ichimaru Gin walking in front with his back turned, Arima Shizuka followed his footsteps with a subtle expression.

——What do you mean by this sentence?
——Do you have any other plans?

——Or... are you testing me too?
There are thousands and thousands of things I want to say, but when the words come to my lips, they all become distorted.

Arima Shizuka also folded her arms across her chest and looked away with a normal expression.

"Have you encountered any problems recently?"

There was no rebuke in his tone, quite the opposite.

Arima Shizuya's concern is the most important thing at this moment.

Ichimaru Gin paused for a moment, he turned his head with some confusion, and asked in confusion.

"Why……"

"Ok?"

"Shouldn't you be curious as to why I said that?"

From the perspective of Aizen Sosuke's father, Ichimaru Gin's remarks just now were absolutely treasonous.

It is the kind of thing that will most likely lead to liquidation afterwards...

"Confusion, anger, or even violence... these should be your normal reactions."

Listening to Ichimaru Gin's doubtful remarks, Arima Shizuka pondered for a moment and couldn't help but nodded.

In theory, this is correct.

After all, if the positions are different, there is no point in communicating.

But until then...

"I think it's more important to trust you first."

After saying this, Arima Jing nodded to herself, affirming her own judgment.

"We have known each other for so many years, Yin... I don't think you are the kind of person who speaks without thinking."

"Besides, after being with me for such a long time, I am relatively familiar with your temper."

"You will never do something you are not sure of unless you have no other choice."

But what about now?

"I can sense the uneasiness in your tone."

An employee who had been working for a long time suddenly started to lose his temper.

Is the boss’s first reaction to scold others for not working hard?
That level is too low...To put it simply, this is not how you should be a leader.

"To sum up, have you been wronged by Aizen-sensei recently?"

"..."

Gin Ichimaru stared at Arima Shizuya in silence, until two breaths later, he seemed to have given up something.

Take a deep breath at this moment.

"It's a little disgusting, Captain Arima... It feels like my inner self is being spied on."

"Then you are complimenting me. So, what is it?"

Ichimaru Gin was silent for a moment, then looked up at the sky.

"A little... a little scared."

Just by saying this, Ichimaru Gin seemed to have lost all the air from his body, and at this moment he showed a very emotional expression.

"It's hard to understand, right? But I'm not a troublemaker."

"I... should be considered a person with a relatively clear goal. After deciding what I want to do, I will do my best to stick to it."

"In order to achieve my inner purpose, I can accept some unreasonable and unpleasant things."

That's right.

As long as the goal can be achieved, it only requires sacrificing a little bit of oneself, and Ichimaru Gin has no complaints at all.

However, there is always a clear gap between reality and expectations.

"Being with Captain Arima and Rangiku makes me feel very satisfied."

"Honestly speaking...these decades may be the happiest period of my life so far."

"Peace, tranquility, no disputes. No need to worry about whether you have enough food to eat or warm clothes to wear."

"I couldn't even imagine a life like this when I was in Rukongai with Rangiku."

But it’s done here.

Impressive.

The world that originally seemed cruel and ruthless actually had such a gentle side.

"I want this kind of life to continue, so..."

Some people and things are just part of what must be eliminated.

Gin Ichimaru stopped and turned to look behind him - his light blue pupils contracted and his gaze focused on Arima Shizuya.

"Captain Arima."

"The man named Aizen Sosuke is far more dangerous than I thought."

"If possible, I would also like to stay away from him as soon as possible... and never have any contact with him again."

In fact, what Ichimaru Gin said was already quite conservative.

After all, as a member of the team, Gin Ichimaru has been exposed to enough confidential information over the years.

Aizen's arrogance, cruelty, and disdain for the lives of others.

Deep down in his heart, Gin Ichimaru rejected everything the other party did.

"That man wants to subvert everything and mix the world into the shape of his imagination."

"Does this approach really make sense? Or... can his mentality really change everything? Captain Arima."

"You are a smart person, you should understand what I mean."

and so.

"I hope you can understand my thoughts and stand on the same front with me."

"..."

Instead of answering immediately, Arima Shizuka remained silent for a while.

Subsequently.

He raised his right hand as if in disbelief, with a subtle expression on his face.

He pointed at his cheek. "It feels good to be trusted, but...just tell me clearly."

Doesn’t it seem a little reckless?

after all.

"Have you ever considered that... I might report you directly to Aizen-sensei?"

Nothing has been concluded yet.

It would be a rash move to reveal one's true colors at this stage, which seems strange from any angle.

However, facing Arima Shizuya's questioning, Ichimaru Gin just smiled faintly.

"It doesn't matter."

"Just as Captain Arima knows my temper, I can more or less understand your thoughts."

"Captain Arima may seem to be on the side of Aizen Sosuke, but in fact... you have your own plans, right?"

Although I don't know exactly why.

"But I'm sure your thinking is slightly different from Aizen Sosuke's."

Eh? Has this also been exposed?

Although a little surprised, after just thinking about it for a moment, Arima Jing let it go.

Although I have never said anything similar to Gin Ichimaru, considering the growing relationship between the two, perhaps this does not seem so strange.

After all, he is a so-called genius—a character who was even hidden from the prison master in the original novel.

I guess this guy also has his own unique insights on some of the more minor details.

At this moment, facing Ichimaru Gin's "questioning", Arima Shizuka also pondered for a moment.

"Uh... well, although it's true that I do have some little thoughts of my own."

But this would not lead him to betray his master.

If someone wants to use this as an excuse to "turn me over", that would be another form of arrogance.

"Yin, if that's all, it's hard for me to give you an answer."

As a matter of reason alone, it is overwhelmingly insufficient.

However, Gin Ichimaru nodded slightly at this moment, as if he had known the reply in advance.

"Of course, I don't think Captain Arima will be able to give an answer anytime soon."

"I just want you to try and think about the feasibility of this plan."

"After all, this rare peaceful life...what's wrong with letting it continue like this?"

A hint of self-mockery, accompanied by a bit of confusion, appeared on Ichimaru Gin's face.

Until finally it turned into a firm outline.

"If possible... I hope you can choose to report Aizen Sosuke."

"Captain Arima, please forgive my disrespect."

"But that's what I think."

--I see.

After figuring out Ichimaru Gin's mental state, Arima Shizuka also showed an understanding expression.

It seems that my intervention has indeed caused a significant impact.

The most obvious one is this guy Ichimaru Gin...

The little guy was used to living a hard life, and now he has suddenly had a warm forty years, which makes him want to give up.

Just saying.

It's not uncommon to have such thoughts.

After all, if you don't stand from the God's perspective, others will never understand the pressure that Arima Shizuya is under.

The Battle of Karakura Town is essentially a matter of choosing sides - if you don't want to fight the master, you will have to fight old man Yamamoto to the death.

Even if it is difficult to get through this war.

The Invisible Empire, which is eyeing them covetously, is following closely behind.

In this regard, there is no room for slackness...

Thinking of this, the expression on Arima Shizuka's face became much more helpless.

Since we can't say it clearly, we can only try to "save the country in a roundabout way".

Arima Shizuka also slowly walked forward and slowly stretched out her right hand towards Ichimaru Gin.

The movement is slow.

One could see a hint of confusion flashing in Ichimaru Gin's eyes.

After all, judging from the current situation, the attitudes of both parties are still unclear... The sudden close contact at this moment may be an opportunity to attack suddenly.

So how should we deal with it?

Under the gaze of Arima Shizuya, Ichimaru Gin finally did not make any unnecessary reaction.

He stood there silently, staring straight into Arima Shizuya's eyes.

It is commendable courage and also a symbol of trust.

This made even Arima Shizuka smile generously.

He patted Gin Ichimaru's shoulder gently and sighed at this moment.

"Yin, some things are not convenient to explain to you in detail. But there is one thing I hope you can remember..."

"You say."

“Although it is often difficult for people to choose their own path, please believe me… I am definitely on the right path.”

Be it confused or hesitant.

These are all bubbles in emotions and fears of the unknown.

"Until you find the answer, please follow my footsteps."

Ichimaru Gin was keenly aware of what Arima Shizuya said.

"It only represents your personal opinion, is it also your own opinion..."

Although he has a prejudice against Aizen.

But it is just as what Gin Ichimaru had just expressed.

If the person was Arima Shizuya, he would be willing to trust the other person's judgment.

Ichimaru Gin lowered his head slightly and his expression returned to normal.

"In that case, as you wish."

not to mention……

It is the vice-captain's duty to follow his captain.

(End of this chapter)