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

Chapter 81: Please take care of me again
The cocktail party lasted until about 11 o'clock in the evening.

Because this was a rare opportunity, Kyoraku Shunsui and Ukitake Jushiro both got drunk.

Although Chojiro Suzuki was a little embarrassed, he still maintained his composure.

Is this the so-called British aristocratic mentality... It is said that the deputy captain of the Sparrow Department had seen similar outfits when he was active in the world a few years ago, and he was very yearning for it.

To the extent that this guy prefers Western style in terms of eating, drinking and dressing.

But the old man is a staunch conservative... and has insisted on the Japanese style for a thousand years.

Being able to assert herself in front of such a rigid boss shows that their relationship is indeed extraordinary.

In addition, it is said that he was the one who carried Captain Ukitake back in the end.

Genryusai and Unohana started whispering about something on the way. Considering that both parties were old friends for thousands of years, there was naturally nothing to say about this situation.

But Arima Shizuka was a little confused - why could these two people act like nothing happened no matter how much they drank?
Is alcohol consumption proportional to age?
As Arima Shizuya was thinking, Kyoraku Shunsui on his shoulder burped.

This guy was drunk to the point of being completely confused...even the hat on his head had fallen to his waist.

Halfway through the journey, Arima Shizuka felt the weight was becoming increasingly exaggerated.

I turned my head and saw that the other person was drooling.

Fell asleep just like that?!

"Captain Kyōra?"

“…Huh? Oh, sorry.”

The evening breeze blows, as if waking up from a dream.

After wiping off the traces of embarrassment on his face and adjusting his expression, Kyoraku Shunsui returned to his cynical expression.

"I haven't been this relaxed in a while. It's really annoying~ I accidentally let the juniors see my bad side."

"No, no, no, regarding the image issue, I think it's almost time for you to give up..."

"Ahahaha, that seems to be the case."

Looking at Kyoraku Shunsui rubbing his stubble with a wry smile, Arima Shizuka pondered for a moment and then asked.

"Captain Kyoraku, can I ask you something?"

"Oh~ It's all up to you."

"Why...why would you want to bring me to this kind of party?"

A subtle smile appeared on Kyoraku Shunsui's face.

"What's wrong? Are you feeling stressed?"

"No, I'm just curious."

Although it was my first time meeting the old man, I did feel some psychological pressure.

But no matter what.

Arima Shizuka's purpose is to have more contact with several target persons.

Judging from the result, it can be regarded as a "roundabout way to save the country".

Therefore, at this moment, there is no dissatisfaction at all - and if there is anything to say, perhaps it is only a little apology to Kyoraku Shunsui.

After all, this is also taking advantage of the other party's kindness.

But then again...if it was the prison master who took the field, the opponent would not have any psychological pressure in this regard.

I can only say that I am indeed young in this regard, and am far from reaching Aizen's level of being calm in the face of praise or criticism.

Not enough practice.

"Just out of curiosity?"

Kyoraku Shunsui pondered for a moment, as if he had weighed the pros and cons, and finally said with a chuckle.

"It's actually nothing that can be made public. It's just that I, an irresponsible captain, acted on impulse."

"Wouldn't it just make people more curious?"

"Is that so? It seems that you can sense the charm of middle-aged men to some extent~"

“It has nothing to do with this.”

"Ahahaha, this is so hurtful..."

Jokes aside.

Thoughts surged like a countercurrent, enveloping the heart and making the expression deep.

That... must have been a long time ago.

"Arima-kun, I am a lazy person and I don't have any sense of responsibility."

"So I always...always feel troubled by those serious requests."

"I actually hate responsibility. It's a heavy responsibility, and once it's on your shoulders, it's hard to let go." "But everyone likes to entrust these things to me, and then leave without a trace, leaving me alone to worry."

“There’s no turning back.”

Sighing, Kyoraku Shunsui rubbed his nose, and the expression on his face became somewhat indescribably sad.

"Although I really don't want to do these things, but when I think of those people's faces and expressions, I can't say no no matter what..."

"So I also want to try to see if I can pass this responsibility on to others."

"For example... people like you, Arima-kun."

Kyoraku Shunsui chuckled and patted Arima Shizuya's shoulder, his smile looking quite relaxed.

"The responsibility of the Gotei will be handed over to someone like you sooner or later. Ah~ With such an outstanding newcomer, my future work will be much easier."

Although it is not impossible to understand the other party's mentality of giving up.

But after all, why does Kyoraku Shunsui trust me so much?

Arima Shizuka doesn't think her personality charm is exaggerated to the point where everyone loves her...

and so.

"Why does Captain Kyoraku trust me so much?"

The other party chuckled imperceptibly and spoke slowly.

"Of course it's because of the relationship between you and Ise Nanao... I've said this before, right? That girl's temper is actually difficult to get along with, but you were able to get to know her and become friends with her."

"This patience and grace is also a reflection of your nature. I am a lazy person, so I prefer to refer to other people's ideas."

In other words.

"Nanao is willing to believe you, so naturally I do too."

I see……

If this is the reason, it is understandable.

Just thinking back to the various contents in the original work, Arima Shizuka's expression now became somewhat sympathetic.

Yamamoto was beheaded and Ukitake Jushiro also died.

In times of crisis, he took on the position of captain-general of the Gotei 13.

This man who is afraid of trouble and spends all day thinking about how to slack off, by nature, hates work...

This is a bit too ironic.

"Captain Kyōra."

"Huh? What's wrong?"

"If your future work becomes more and more complicated and tedious, what would you think?"

"Ah~ This is a very annoying topic..."

"After all, even though he looks a little depressed, everyone trusts Captain Kyoraku."

"Oh, Arima-kun sometimes says some nice things."

"Who do you think I am?"

After hesitating for a moment, Kyoraku Shunsui lowered his head.

There was a thoughtful gleam in his eyes, but in the end he sighed as if he had given up.

Then he said with a smile.

"If that kind of crisis really comes, there will be nothing we can do about it."

"No matter how unwilling you are, this is a responsibility you can't avoid... Adults should shoulder these responsibilities."

"But then again, Arima-kun will surely have learned a lot by then, right?"

Kyoraku Shunsui smiled and placed his hand on the boy's shoulder.

"Then I'd like to trouble Arima-kun to come and help."

me?

As if sensing the person's hesitation, Kyoraku Shunsui turned his gaze away.

"Why, don't you want to?"

Arima Shizuka also pursed her lips and shook her head silently.

"No, then..."

"Please take care of me again."

(End of this chapter)