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

Chapter 29: The Twelve Division
"This is a curry block made from grasshoppers and earthworms, mixed with some animal oil and seasonings."

"Dissolve it in hot water, heating it in a ratio of one to three. This is the most suitable consistency."

"The director has already tried it and it tastes very similar to pork curry. As long as it is confirmed that there are no side effects, we may consider putting it on the market."

"This is the one that is used..."

Listening to Akon's enthusiastic explanation of the special food provided by the Technology Development Bureau, Arima Shizuka's hands began to tremble as she held the plate.

"Wait, wait, wait. It can only be put on the market after it is confirmed to have no side effects. Does that mean... the safety of this thing is still under discussion?"

Akin laughed and nonchalantly scooped a large spoonful of it and poured it all into Arima Shizuya's rice plate.

"Don't worry, it won't kill you."

No, no, no, your attitude is very strange!
Retract the preface.

Urahara Kisuke is not a normal person either!
Trying to suppress the discomfort in her heart, Arima Jing pinched her nose and rubbed it half full.

Ajin seemed to have completely adapted to the meal and was eating happily, slurping it up.

"Arima-kun, have you decided where you're going after graduation?"

It was a bit surprising to be asked this suddenly, the person involved pondered for a moment and said.

"Not yet...what's wrong?"

"Hehe, it's nothing serious. I just thought that if possible, I hope Arima-kun can consider our 12th Division."

Arima Shizuka also grinned awkwardly and couldn't help but let out a perfunctory laugh.

Why can't I escape this topic no matter where I go...

As if he had noticed the other party's embarrassment, Ajin paused for a moment and then showed an apologetic expression.

"I'm sorry, I said something that was a little unreasonable... Arima-kun, please don't mind it."

"No, no, it's more meaningful to be willing to have an equal dialogue like this."

After all, nothing can be achieved by keeping things secret.

Arima Shizuka also took a sip of the special black tea developed by the Technology Development Bureau, and was somewhat curious at the moment.

"By the way, why did Mr. Akon want me to join the 12th Division?"

"Haha, forget about addressing me as Mr. I just often hear the captain complaining that the team is full of old-fashioned guys..."

While choosing his words, a hint of reluctance appeared on Akon's face.

"But there's nothing we can do about it. After all, many of us came from a maggot nest. There are also countless people who are not good at speaking and have physical defects."

"Faced with a group of unruly guys like us, the captain is willing to understand and act as if he is guaranteeing us..."

"To be honest, I am very grateful to the captain for his kindness. So after learning about his troubles, I also wanted to help him to some extent."

There were traces of shame and emotion on Ajin's face.

"I heard the captain mention Arima-kun's name. Maybe it's because of Master Yoruichi... The captain is also quite interested in you."

Ah, now that I think of it.

Yoruichi and Urahara Kisuke are indeed childhood sweethearts.

"So I think that if Arima-kun can join the Technology Development Bureau, the captain will be more or less happy."

Arima Jing also heard this and nodded slightly.

“What a simple reason.”

"So please, Arima-kun, just treat it as a joke and forget about it."

Although it is somewhat unexpected, it is not difficult to understand the feelings behind it if you think about it carefully.

After all, Urahara Kisuke was the one who took the initiative to bring Akiko away from the maggot nest, so he should at least have some gratitude.

If you think about it carefully, it seems that only people like Kurotsuchi Mayuri would not show it too obviously.

But then again, does this mad scientist really know how to thank his lifesaver? I always feel that his emotions and personality are too unpredictable.

I am not a big fan of this kind of antisocial character, and Arima Shizuka didn't pay much attention to him at first.

Yeah...so, that’s why, I can’t imagine that scene!
He rubbed his face and put aside the random thoughts in his mind for the time being.

"Akon, I did receive the invitation. But I still need to discuss it with Mr. Aizen, so I can't make any promises."

The other party gave a rather polite smile.

"Just hearing these words is enough. Thank you Arima-kun for your recognition... Please consider me the one who treats you for today's meal."

"Oh, thank you so much~"

"There are also artificial meatballs and drinkable grass plant extracts over there, which are also good new things that have recently come out. Do you want some of them?"

Just hearing the name sounds unreliable.

"Haha, forget it."

A little bit of complaints and communication brought the originally unfamiliar distance closer.

Although they didn't become friends, at least Arima Shizuka's feelings towards Akon had indeed changed a lot.

I can only say that the filter of the original work is still relatively thin... The above content cannot fully summarize a person.

This is the case with Akin in front of me.

After all, the perspective in the original book is all on Strawberry Brother, and the descriptions of these ordinary team members are indeed scarce.

Now that some expansion has been done, Arima Jing has gained some more knowledge.

"By the way, Arima-kun is getting pretty close to the Aizen Four. Is this what they want?"

"No, it's my own will. He is my instructor, so I still need to rely on Mr. Aizen for many things."

"Really?... The captain mentioned before that the Fourth Seat of Aizen is a very powerful person. But I don't know why he has always acted so normal, as if he is isolated from the group."

Did Urahara Kisuke even tell these things to his subordinates?
If you think about it this way, then you must trust the other person very much to do such a thing.

It seems that a hundred years later, Ajin's position as deputy director of technical development was not something he got by without any effort.

Arima Shizuka also looked at the other person and took a sip of tea, and the smile on her face faded like a tea stem in warm water.

"But now that Arima-kun is by his side, the Aizen Four should be happy too. Like-minded friends are rare, and it's a blessing to meet one."

Oh ~ I got goosebumps when I was praised.

I can only say that they are worthy of being hundreds of years old, and they really have a lot of words to say.

Arima Shizuka also shuddered and could only say "hehe".

"But I don't have any talent for research..."

"Those things are secondary. You just need to learn them. They are not difficult."

Huh? Is research such a simple thing?
"For example, our vice-captain of Division 12, that guy is totally not...ah, he just came up as soon as I mentioned it."

Arima Shizuka also raised her head in the direction that Akon pointed.

Just then I saw an angry guy rushing into the cafeteria.

"Where is that Urahara guy hiding?!"

The voice was very loud, as if he was looking for trouble. But what he saw was something else... Arima Shizuya's eyes fixed, and he couldn't help but choke in his heart.

It's a child.

He is probably no taller than 1.4 meters at most.

Blonde hair, pigtails, freckles on her face, and canine teeth that can't be hidden even by her lips.

He was wearing a uniform Shinigami uniform, with a wooden sign symbolizing the 12th Division hanging on his left shoulder.

She rushed in, grabbed the nearest researcher by the collar and pulled him up from his seat.

"Hey! Where's that bald guy Urahara?!"

"I know, I just came here to eat..."

Although he didn't introduce himself, just by looking at his posture and behavior, Arima Jing already knew the other person's identity.

Sarusaki Hiyori.

A member of the Masked Army in the original storyline, he looks rough and rough, but actually doesn't use his brain much.

To be honest, Arima Shizuka's impression of this guy is quite limited.

Now, after thinking about it over and over again, I can only remember a somewhat hellish plot that was derived from being cut in half by Gin on Karakura Town - my butt doesn't hurt anymore, it's still hanging on the tree.

Seeing that there seemed to be a commotion over there, Akin frowned, apologized to Arima Shizuka in a low voice, and quickly stood up.

"Sarushi, what are you doing?"

"I'm asking you where Urahara is. I have something to talk to him about!"

"At least you should address me as Captain in public. Can't you even follow this little bit of etiquette?"

"Huh?! You guys can stop me from saying that, but I still haven't admitted that this guy is the captain of the 12th Division! And I'm the lieutenant! Lieutenant! You have to use honorifics when addressing me, right?!"

"If you are so reluctant, please resign from your position as adjutant."

"I don't want to!"

Arima Jing who was standing nearby also heard a grin.

What a loud voice.

He has a bad temper too.

He's the type that I simply can't appreciate... oh, Tohru Yuune is still much cuter.

The conflict between Saruaki Hisori and Akon is to be expected. After all, this blonde only respects Hikifune Kiryu.

And she was promoted to Squad Zero, so now she is the only one left and naturally feels unhappy.

I was sighing in my heart and wondering whether I should leave here quietly.

Arima Shizuka also felt that her sleeves were suddenly tighter.

What is pulling me?

Lower your head.

The person involved happened to meet the eyes of a small figure under the table.

"..."X2
There was a brief silence, and then Arima Shizuya had only one thought in his mind.

Oops, I just said too much.

The one in front of him now was a real child - black hair, round face, and big eyes.

Dressed in a milky white swaddling cloth, it seemed that just standing there was very strenuous.

Now he stretched out his right hand as hard as he could and grabbed Arima Shizuya's sleeve...

This look was so recognizable that one couldn't help but be stunned as soon as their eyes met the young man.

Eh? Why did this guy show up at this time? It's a little strange... Has the Sleep Plan already entered this stage?

From the face of this little fellow, Arima Jing could see traces of a person named 'Nie Yin Meng' in later generations.

Sleep plan.

It is an artificial god of death created by Kurotsuchi Mayuri by combining the essence of the artificial body technology and the artificial soul technology.

Although I knew about the relevant content beforehand, I was still surprised to see it with my own eyes.

And the problem doesn't end there.

Has Nie Yin Meng been born during this period of time?

Because the Sleep Project, led by Kurotsuchi Mayuri, went through seven generations before it finally allowed it to fully develop and become an individual capable of independent action.

And move forward.

The fetus-like Sleeping No.5 was transformed by him and fused with his Bankai, and finally met the conditions to be the captain. After Urahara Kisuke left, he became...

No, wait.

Arima Shizuka also suddenly reacted.

The term "satisfying conditions" is itself ambiguous.

Perhaps Mayuri Kurotsuchi had already developed the Sleep Project to an advanced stage when Urahara was in office.

If you think in this way, then perhaps the subsequent appointment is just a formality?

It is entirely possible.

Although Arima Shizuya's expression didn't change, he had been brainstorming in his mind for a while.

So much so that the child in front of him increased his strength impatiently.

Etc., etc……

You’re so strong that your clothes are going to be torn!

Considering the other party's identity and the fact that hitting a child would have a bad influence, Arima Shizuka could only smile awkwardly.

"Um, what's the matter?"

"..."

"can you hear me?"

"..."

"What about your elders?"

"..."

Can’t communicate!
Just when the parties were feeling a little embarrassed, he saw the child stagger over two steps and come to his side.

He stood on tiptoe, held onto the table with both hands, and stuck half of his head out.

His eyes, which were mostly black and less white, rolled around and finally fell on the curry rice that he had not finished eating.

When she landed again, she turned to look at Arima Shizuya and pointed with her right finger at her big mouth which had few teeth yet to grow.

"Ah~"

(End of this chapter)