Death: This Death is a bit unorthodox.

On the other side of the cutting board, the rhythmic sound of chopping vegetables could be heard.

Aozaki Mayuki's movements were extremely fast.

Whether it's the right hand holding the knife or the left hand skillfully arranging the ingredients.

Every movement was as fluid and natural as flowing water, like a magnificent performance.

Shutara Senjumaru stared wide-eyed at the scene.

She had watched Kiryu Hikifune cook many times, but Mayuki Aozaki's level of focus was in no way inferior to hers.

He seemed completely absorbed in cooking, thoroughly enjoying the process.

At that moment, Shutara Senjumaru suddenly understood why Hikifune Kiryu liked Aozaki Mazuki so much.

No wonder the two of them ended up together.

She couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

However, to Shutara Senjumaru, a member of the Zero Squad, all of this seemed perfectly natural.

Aozaki Mayuki is a powerful Shinigami (death god).

His strength is unfathomable, but he also has the side of an ordinary person.

For him, cooking is not a strange thing, but a way of enjoying life.

After all, the members of their Zero Squad also have their own unique hobbies and interests.

For example, Shutara Senjumaru himself enjoys weaving, and although the forms are different, it is essentially not much different from cooking.

Aozaki Mayuki seemed to notice Shutara Senjumaru's gaze.

His lips curled up slightly, revealing a barely perceptible smile.

"Wait a little longer, I'll teach you how to use that thing after I've finished dealing with these."

Aozaki Mayuki's voice was gentle and unhurried, like a spring breeze.

"……Yes."

Without realizing it, Shutara Senjumaru obediently nodded and stood quietly to the side waiting.

Her emotions gradually calmed down, and her previous anger had completely disappeared.

At this moment, she simply gazed quietly at the man before her, drawn in by his earnestness and focus.

Even though it's just a simple cooking action.

But from every move Aozaki Mayuki made, Shutara Senjumaru sensed a deep sense of solemnity.

No wonder Kiryu Hikifune said that Aozaki Mayuki is most charming when she is serious about doing things.

"Hmm~"

Simply drawn to Aozaki Mayuki's profile, Shutara Senjumaru instinctively said:

"Little Zhenyue looks quite pretty when she's cooking..."

"...What do you mean? Are you saying I'm not good-looking normally?"

"I retorted narcissistically, my smile widening and a hint of mockery in my eyes."

"Huh!? No, that's not it!"

Shutara Senjumaru blushed instantly to the roots of his ears, and unconsciously covered his cheeks with his hands, completely unaware that he had lost his composure again.

Aozaki Mayuki chuckled mischievously, her slightly narrowed eyes full of amusement.

"Oh, so this perennial bachelor is actually attracted to a junior's face?"

"Ugh... How could such a thing possibly happen! Stop being so narcissistic, you little rascal!"

Shutara Senjumaru's face flushed red instantly, and he spoke loudly.

…………

An hour later, Shutara Senjumaru's captivating peach blossom eyes gleamed as he stared intently at the large plate placed before him.

The scene on the plate resembles a beautiful painting, with the inverted golden egg skin slightly raised, forming a pretty semi-oval shape.

Paired with a perfectly complementing red tomato sauce, the color and aroma reach their peak, making it mouthwatering just to look at.

Seeing Shutara Senjumaru's impatient look, Aozaki Mazuki couldn't help but chuckle.

"It's just a bowl of omelet rice, why are you treating it like a treasure?"

An hour's wait is indeed a bit long for a simple omelet rice dish.

However, in pursuit of a satisfying taste.

Not to mention the basic ingredients, even the tomato sauce drizzled on top was made by Aozaki Mayuki herself.

"No! How can you say 'that's all'? I put in a lot of effort for this dish."

Shutara Senjumaru snorted.

She did indeed stir the egg mixture herself, so it's true that she put in the effort.

"Is that so? Then Lord Shutara Senjumaru, please try your own cooking."

Aozaki Mayuki smiled slightly, indicating that Shutara Senjumaru could start eating.

Then he picked up a spoon, scooped out a spoonful, and savored it carefully.

Shutara Senjumaru scooped up half a spoonful, while keeping his other hand under the spoon.

He put it into his mouth with a serious expression, as if he were doing something sacred.

"...As expected of something I made, it's absolutely delicious!"

Shutara Senjumaru's face lit up with surprise and admiration.

"What? You didn't put in much effort at all!"

Aozaki Mayuki rolled her eyes and said irritably.

"Ugh, these younger generations are so rude!"

Shutara Senjumaru glared at Aozaki Mayuki, but wasn't angry; instead, he continued to enjoy his food.

Soon, Shutara Senjumaru and the impatient Hikifune Kiryu arrived together.

They started shoveling food into their bowls in big, fast bites, as if they were having a race to see who could eat the fastest.

This senior is really something; they've completely given up on pretending.

However, there's nothing wrong with her showing such a genuine side.

Aozaki Mayuki thought to herself with a smirk.

Both of the older sisters from the Zero Division are the type who don't care about fat at all.

In no time at all, they had finished all the food on their plate.

Kiryu looked at the empty plate and nodded in satisfaction.

She took the initiative to shoulder the responsibility of being the homeowner, and stood up while holding the plate.

Chapter 348 I will definitely dodge

"call……"

Shutara Senjumaru leaned back in his chair, still feeling unsatisfied, and let out a long, satisfied sigh.

The plate in front of her was also taken away, leaving not a single grain of rice, only a layer of oil.

This senior colleague was in a great mood.

The minor conflict with her junior had long been forgotten, and her affection for Aozaki Mayuki had skyrocketed.

"Cooking is such a trivial matter, it's no problem for me at all!"

Shutara Senjumaru said smugly.

However, before she could finish speaking, Aozaki Mayuki retorted without holding back:

"Before spouting such nonsense, wipe your mouth clean. You're embarrassing your senior."

"Waaah..."

Shutara Senjumaru's face turned bright red instantly, and she awkwardly looked around for tissues.

Toilet paper has existed since the last century.

It is clear that although the Spirit King Palace is high in the sky, it is not out of touch with the times.

Then, at that moment, Aozaki Mayuki suddenly had a bold idea.

This idea might even be a bit excessive if spoken aloud.

Shutara Senjumaru is an impeccable beauty from any angle.

Aside from usually putting on a serious, senior-like demeanor and occasionally being a bit eccentric.

She is actually a very perfect person.

Although she sometimes behaves so embarrassingly that Aozaki Mayuki often overlooks her strengths...

However, if we look at it from a different perspective...

Since she had spied on him many times while in Seireitei.

Moreover, relying on her own strong abilities, she forced herself to be a model many times, and even her whole body was seen by her.

So, I can't always be the one giving!

Charging some fees and interest isn't unreasonable.

After all, their services aren't cheap; you can ask those noble ladies if you don't believe me.

The fact that Shutara Senjumaru hasn't given her any compensation for so long is probably because she can't repay her debts.

Therefore, she has no choice but to repay the debt herself.

In other words, Shutara Senjumaru should now rightfully belong to me. (Shutara Senjumaru: Huh???)