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

Chapter 199 198: Your Happiness

“It’s a little unexpected.”

Arima Shizuka also sighed softly, placed her right hand on the table, and curled her index finger slightly, making a tapping motion.

"What do you mean?"

Gin Ichimaru stared calmly to both sides, with a hint of melancholy on his face.

"You actually agree with others..."

"Please don't make it sound like I'm an unkind and mean person."

……Is not it?

Although he didn't complain directly, Arima Shizuya's eyes revealed a similar emotion.

Gin Ichimaru sighed and turned his head back, the usual sarcasm on his face gone.

"I have been here for decades without realizing it..."

Arima Shizuka also said happily.

"You don't have to leave if you don't want to."

"But the notice has already been distributed, and everyone is now ready to welcome the new vice-captain. If we change our minds at the last minute, it would really go against the principle of seriousness."

"Ahaha, it's okay, it's okay. As a captain, it's normal to exercise some willful power occasionally."

Ichimaru Gin pursed his lips helplessly.

"After all these years, you haven't changed at all..."

Arima Shizuka shrugged lightly.

"You may be older, but you have to keep your mentality young."

But you can't keep frowning just because you have a lot on your mind.

It will squeeze out hanging needle lines.

"So, do you really plan to change your mind at the last minute?"

"There is no way to take back the water that has been poured out."

"That's what I mean~"

"Well then... let's get back to the point, Captain Arima."

Ichimaru Gin gently stroked his waist with one hand, and as he touched the hilt of the knife... his expression became serious.

"Since decades ago, you have been deliberately keeping me away from that man named Aizen."

"At first I was just happy. I thought you had made relevant preparations and were ready to report me..."

"but it is not the truth."

After a pause, staring at Arima Shizuya's half face turned sideways due to embarrassment, Ichimaru Gin's tone gradually became heavy.

"You just simply want me to stay away from that man."

why?
Why do we still have to do this at this point?
From Ichimaru Gin's perspective, he naturally couldn't see the whole picture.

But it is also impossible to see all the flows.

So he can do the corresponding 'reverse reasoning' instead.

"Based on the current intelligence, I can only make two unrealistic inferences."

"First, Captain Arima, you guys are ready to start the operation. And with my current strength, I am not strong enough to get involved in this matter."

Of course, the answer is definitely no.

After all, if we take a full count nowadays, there are less than three digits of Shinigami who can perform Bankai.

With this level of power, Gin Ichimaru believed that he would never be underestimated.

So according to this theory, now there is only the second possibility left.

"Second, this was not the man's will."

"But it's you, Captain Arima."

"You want to keep me away from those two people. What do you want to hide? You want to keep me away from danger?"

In the end, he even used an uncertain tone.

This in itself means that Ichimaru Gin lacks the confidence to say these words.

If it were any other time, he would definitely not be able to say these words - after all, it would be unclear to say something that he was not sure of.

This is irresponsible in another sense.

But obviously for Gin Ichimaru at this moment, he seemed to have completely stopped wanting to find out the reason.

The former vice-captain of the 5th Division took half a step forward at this moment.

While leaning forward slightly, he supported himself on the table with both hands, and his expression became extremely serious.

"Captain Arima, please answer!"

Faced with such questioning, the person involved just grinned and laughed it off as he usually did.

"It's an interesting guess, but I haven't thought about it that much~"

Just by hearing these words, Gin Ichimaru realized that he couldn't get anything out of him.

Since Arima Shizuka had no intention of explaining anything, there was no point for him to ask any further questions.

It seems that everything ends here?

There was a bit of reluctance, and also a bit of sadness. Ichimaru Gin opened his mouth slightly, as if he wanted to continue asking questions...

Was about to say something.

But Arima Jingye responded first.

After coughing twice, as if to change the subject, Arima Jing also spoke with a smile at this moment.

"Anyway, your work here has come to an end for now, Yin. I am very grateful for your efforts, so..."

No need to feel pressured.

There is no need to feel guilty.

"Go to the Tenth Division and have a good rest, although I can't guarantee what will happen in the future."

"But at least from now on..."

"It's better for you to live on the peaceful and beautiful side."

The prison master's plan does involve all aspects. If we analyze it from the perspective of combat effectiveness, the more manpower the better.

but……

Arima Shizuka doesn't think so either.

'People always have the right to pursue happiness.'

This should be the fairest thing for everyone.

For a prison master, pursuing the limit and challenging authority are his goals.

Apart from that, the man himself seemed to have no interest in anything else.

Dongxian Yao has lost his beloved in this life, and he will probably never experience sadness or joy again in this life.

For Blind Brother, I'm afraid there is nothing that can make him feel "happy" nowadays.

In comparison, Ichimaru Gin is a little different.

Arima Shizuya glanced to the side with a calm expression. There was a clock hanging on the wall, which made both of them realize that time was passing slowly.

"It's about time, Silver."

"Rangiku should have prepared your welcome ceremony."

"If we don't go over there, there might be some unnecessary emotions over there."

Correct.

That's it.

Today's Ichimaru Gin is different from the one in the original work.

He didn't need to hide his inner feelings, nor did he have to watch the pain of his beloved being separated from him.

After years of getting along, Arima Shizuka can say with confidence that he should be the person who knows Ichimaru Gin best, just like Rangiku.

"Although I have taught you a lot, you are also a very outstanding person."

"You will definitely shine wherever you go, so I am also looking forward to...what you will achieve in the future."

"So...that's where you should go now, isn't it?"

There are not many normal people who can hang out with Aizen.

This theory is universal no matter who it is applied to.

After hearing these words, the expression on Ichimaru Gin's face became more conflicted and uneasy.

He is not a dull person, quite the opposite.

Through these conversations, he was able to fully understand what Arima Shizuya meant.

Or maybe you want to make one last struggle.

Although his tone was weaker, he still spoke calmly.

"What about Captain Arima...your happiness?"

Arima Shizuya's smile froze for a moment.

"Captain Arima hasn't been to the Fourth Division for a long time, right?"

"Senior Kotetsu came to the Fifth Division some time ago, but since Captain Arima was not there, I made up other excuses to get him out of the way."

"I can pursue my own happiness, but...Captain Arima..."

After all, even to Ichimaru Gin, this kind of thing seemed quite cruel.

Arima Shizuya is definitely not a good person by nature. Even after spending all these years together, Ichimaru Gin can understand the other person's desire for stability.

This guy is definitely not pursuing the position of being the best in the world or being above everyone else.

What he would probably prefer is to have some flower wine with Kyoraku Shunsui when he has time.

Then he simply dealt with the so-called official business and took some time to accompany Tohru Yuune.

An extremely ordinary life pursuit.

He doesn't look like a strong man, but more like a middle-aged man who is content with the status quo.

But... isn't it cruel in nature to let such a person shoulder the so-called responsibility?

Arima Shizuya was silent for a long time.

He turned his gaze outward and pursed his lips as if thinking.

Is it that she doesn't want to live so comfortably? Is it that Arima Jing also wants to walk on thin ice like this?

The answer is naturally no.

Since there is no one else to do it... I have to find a way to deal with it myself.

There is no other way.

It wasn't until he paused for several breaths - it seemed that only at this moment did he fully adjust his state and mood.

And at this moment he forced a smile.

"That's very considerate, Silver."

"You've made great progress... Rangiku will surely be happy to know your changes."

"As for me... well, of course I am happy. But right now I am far from being able to let go of everything."

There are still decades left.

After Ichigo Kurosaki is born, this new wind blowing through the three realms will put everything back on track.

When that time comes, even Arima Jing will be able to let go of everything and fully enjoy life.

So until then.

"I still have things I need to finish."

Well, that's all.

Taking advantage of the opportunity to talk with Gin Ichimaru, Shizuka Arima briefly reviewed her original intention.

Now there is no more confusion on his face.

"Okay, I don't want to stress the unnecessary words anymore... Yin, you know me well, so please don't say anything that will make us both feel embarrassed."

Time is running out, so please give me some peace and quiet now.

"Yin, we are old friends, so I won't see you off."

"I'm going to take a short break..."

"Silver, let's go."

The majesty of the captain was revealed at this moment. Ichimaru Gin seemed to want to say something, but looking at Arima Shizuka, he slowly closed his eyes.

Until he curled up in the chair.

In the end, he chose to remain silent.

After all, since Arima Shizuka didn't take the initiative to speak, even if Ichimaru Gin wanted to do something, he wouldn't be able to find a reason.

Can't find a way to help each other.

In the end, he could only lower his head in respect and spoke in a slightly choked tone.

"I see...Captain Arima."

This is what is meant by looking back every three steps.

When he reached the door, he saw that Arima Jing had turned his head slightly and did not make any further response.

Only then did Ichimaru Gin bow slightly and retreat to the door respectfully and carefully.

Holding the door handle in his hand, he stood still in the corridor of the 5th Squad's barracks, as if he couldn't let go of something that was bothering him for a long time.

The afternoon sun shone on the Shinigami suit. The pitch-black outfit seemed to swallow up the light, making Ichimaru Gin's temperament much gloomier.

Is it really right for me to do this?
Is it really okay to pursue happiness on your own like this?

Ichimaru Gin naturally had a conclusion in his mind about the answer. But when he thought about the comfort he had now, it was built on the efforts of Arima Shizuya.

Gin Ichimaru found that no matter what he did, he couldn't show that kind of relaxed smile.

Taking a deep breath, Gin Ichimaru dragged his feet and walked to the vice-captain's office next door without saying a word.

The interior is still familiar.

After all, it was only the first day since he stepped down from office, and the other party had no time to make corresponding adjustments and arrangements.

At this moment, Hinamori Momo, who was sitting at her seat and staring at a pile of documents, came back to her senses.

Seeing Ichimaru Gin walk into the room, Hinamori Momo stood up suddenly.

"Ichi-Ichimaru Gin-senpai!"

Pulling his right hand to his mouth, Ichimaru Gin made a gesture to keep quiet.

"Keep your voice down, Captain Arima is taking a break."

"...?!"

Hinamori Momo responded by raising her hands and covering her mouth cooperatively.

The highlight is that he listens to advice.

The two of them exchanged glances for a while at this moment, and Hinamori Momo's confusion also emerged.

So is there something that hasn't been explained clearly yet, do you need to come over again in person?

Thinking.

She saw Gin Ichimaru walking slowly forward and pointing his hand to the side.

"In the cabinet against the wall, on the third shelf from the top, there's the hangover medicine."

"Captain Arima likes to drink wine with Kyoraku Shunsui of the 8th Division, but this guy can't drink much, so he is often sent back to the squad barracks in a mess."

"There are already prepared beddings in the cupboard inside... Captain Arima sometimes spends the night in the office."

"Just remember to bring a bed over when the time comes."

“Also, remember to air it out regularly, otherwise it will look unprofessional if it has a musty smell.”

The words were very fragmented.

Even Gin Ichimaru was a little confused about what he was talking about.

But his mouth just started moving on its own - after all, he was familiar with these things, they were all things he had done before.

Hinamori Momo was confused at the beginning, but then she became serious and finally made corresponding records in her notes.

The two sides did not need any additional communication as they had already reached a consensus at this moment.

Until everything was over, Ichimaru Gin was silent for a moment.

Then he spoke softly.

"Yesterday I explained the work content, today I talked about some more private matters..."

"But in fact, in my opinion, these things are more important than so-called official duties."

Although it is reluctant, this is also Arima Shizuya's will.

Therefore, Ichimaru Gin had no choice but to comply.

Taking a deep breath, the thin man half turned his head and looked at Hinamori Momo who had a serious expression on her face.

"Captain Arima, I'll be in your care from now on."

"...?!"

Hinamori Momo couldn't help but shiver.

The hand holding the pen covered his mouth, and the expression on his half-covered face showed a bit of surprise.

After all, Gin Ichimaru has never said anything nice in any sense so far.

The sudden respectful attitude made her quite uncomfortable.

But fortunately, this gaffe was quickly corrected.

Putting down her hands, Hinamori Momo's expression became serious and solemn - in response, she should also show enough attitude at this moment.

What should I do?

"Do not worry!"

He clenched his right hand into a fist and placed it on his chest.

As if to give herself confidence, Hinamori Momo's tone was firm and her expression was extremely serious.

"I will definitely not let Senior Gin Ichimaru down!"

That's right.

It is this ignorant and fearless attitude.

What satisfied Gin Ichimaru was also the firm sense of belief displayed by the other party.

only……

"Keep your voice down, Hinamori."

"Ah...? Ah! Yes, I'm sorry!"

(End of this chapter)