Death: This Death is a bit unorthodox.

The team captains had no objections; they had seen her efforts over the years and believed she deserved it.

Aozaki Mayuki was calculating in her mind that the meeting should be coming to an end soon, and she was ready to leave the meeting room at any time.

Yamamoto did not dismiss the meeting. Instead, he turned to look at him and slowly spoke, his tone leaving no room for argument:

"A student of the Mao Spiritual Arts Academy, Aozaki Mazuki."

"Before I finish my studies this year, I will apply to graduate early and participate in the soul burial internship."

"After graduating from the Spirit Arts Academy, I will take my graduation certificate and report to the Second Division."

"Last night, the third seat of the Second Division applied for retirement due to a job transfer, and you will take over this seat."

Upon hearing this, Aozaki Mayuki was taken aback.

He had considered that Yamamoto might let him graduate early, and even after Kuchiki Aojun was attacked, the other party asked for his opinion more than once, and his answer was to accept the arrangement.

But I expected that Yamamoto would invite me to join the First Division, or at the very least the Eighth or Thirteenth Division.

After all, these three squads are all "our own people," and I really didn't expect him to take the initiative to put himself in the second squad.

When Yamamoto was halfway through his sentence, he had already imagined the scene of Yamamoto ordering him to join the First Division, and then Yoruichi crying and making a scene, demanding that he fulfill his promise.

Yoruichi Shihouin revealed a smug smile, while simultaneously giving Aozaki Mayuki an "OK" sign.

Yamamoto, who had been furious all day, now had a smile in his eyes, and the corners of his mouth were slightly raised.

Considering the coincidence of the Third Seat of the Second Division being transferred last night, no one would believe it wasn't premeditated.

Aozaki Mayuki suddenly realized—

There's a conspiracy! That old man Yamamoto betrayed me!

Aozaki Mayuki's eyes reddened as she looked at him with grief and indignation.

He tried to ask Yamamoto why he had betrayed him through his affectionate gaze.

Yamamoto pondered for a moment, opened his mouth, and was about to speak...

Aozaki Mayuki immediately replied, "Thank you for your trust, teacher. I will definitely work hard to become an excellent Shinigami and live up to your expectations."

Looking at the respectful Aozaki Mayuki, Yamamoto remained silent for a long time before nodding slightly and turning around to say:

"Captain Shihouin, Aozaki Mayuki, I'm entrusting him to you."

Yoruichi Shihouin quickly bowed: "Please leave it to me, Captain-Commander!"

Yamamoto hummed in agreement and nodded slightly.

He gave the captains a few more instructions, telling them to pay attention to the rebels' movements in the near future, and then announced the official end of the captains' meeting.

The captains bowed to Yamamoto in greeting, then turned and left.

"I went to great lengths to find out that you were graduating early."

Walking down the corridor, Yoruichi Shihouin chuckled and nudged Mazuki Aozaki with his elbow.

"Now you can't escape. Don't forget your promise: when I become the captain of the second division, you will be my third seat."

"How could I dare disobey my teacher's orders?" Aozaki Mayuki laughed. "Besides, I have never forgotten the agreement between us, so you should also remember what you promised."

"Otherwise... I'll have to use you to pay off my debts."

The last sentence was whispered into Yoruichi's ear.

Yoruichi felt a tickle in her ears, and the base of her ears turned red instantly. The blush slowly spread to her neck, making her look adorably reddish-black.

She patted Mayuki's shoulder helplessly and said:

"Don't worry, in a few years, that kid will join the team too, but I'll only introduce you to him, I won't care about anything else."

Chapter 43 Graduation Application

That evening.

Behind the west gate of Seireitei lies the Shinigami Academy.

In the luxurious mansion dormitory, Aozaki Mayuki informed Matsumoto Rangiku and Ichimaru Gin that she was applying to graduate early.

"Applying for early graduation this year? How could the Commander-in-Chief issue such an order at such a dangerous time?"

In the dormitory, Matsumoto Rangiku listened to Aozaki Mayuki's words with a tense expression.

"Isn't this too dangerous?" Gin Ichimaru asked with a serious expression.

Unlike the carefree Rangiku, he had been paying close attention to news from the outside world, and Captain-Commander Yamamoto's decision made him almost unable to believe his ears.

Just a few days ago, the Tsunayo family killed a captain-level Grim Reaper of the rebels. How could they swallow this insult?

Looking at the calm and kind smile on Zhenyue's face as he sat cross-legged on the ground, anyone who didn't know better would think he was going to enjoy a life of luxury!

This is... utterly idiotic!

“This isn’t a good time to graduate. Why don’t you come up with a reason to refuse the Captain-Commander?” Gin Ichimaru suggested. “You’re usually so unreliable. Just make up a reason, and the Captain-Commander should be able to accept it.”

The Gotei 13 and the rebels are about to engage in a fierce battle, and the upcoming fighting is sure to be extremely brutal.

Joining the Gotei 13 at a time like this is nowhere as comfortable as staying at the Shinigami Academy.

"Of course the teacher wouldn't send me to my death."

Aozaki Mayuki stroked the hilt of the Myriad Phenomena sword, smiling as she comforted him:

"After I join the team, I will directly become the third seat of the second division. This position also serves as the captain of the Onmitsukido Surveillance Squad, responsible for guarding the maggot's nest. I will not go to the front line."

"Moreover, the Covert Force is a special unit independent of the Gotei 13, and is completely controlled by the Shihōin family, so there is no need to worry too much about internal threats."

"To be honest, joining the Second Division is safer than staying at the Shinigami Academy."

At this point, he looked up at Matsumoto Rangiku and Ichimaru Gin.

If they wanted, they could graduate with me.

The two have not yet grasped the initial understanding, but they should have no problem passing the graduation exam.

In the original timeline, Shimaru Gin was a genius boy who graduated from the Spirit Arts Academy in just one year.

Now, with her soul intact, Matsumoto Rangiku's talent surpasses even his.

While he was lost in thought, Gin Ichimaru opened his eyes and asked, "How are those rebels who launched the attack doing now?"

"Do they know that you killed a captain-level Grim Reaper?"

This is a serious matter. A captain-level Grim Reaper is not only a symbol of the nobility, but also a true high-level combat force. Even the four great noble families cannot ignore such a loss.

Given the cruelty, domineering nature, and ambition of the Tsunayo family, how could they possibly let him off the hook?!

You are Captain-Commander Yamamoto's beloved little disciple!

You're not Captain-Commander Yamamoto!

Will those rebels shut up?

Aozaki Mayuki snapped out of her reverie, pondered for a moment, then shrugged and smiled:

“Those rebels were sentenced to death and imprisoned in the Penitentiary, guarded by secret mobile forces, and no outsiders were allowed to visit them.”

"The rebels who saw me kill were all killed by Captain Unohana. There aren't many people who know the truth now, so they shouldn't leak it."

Yoruichi, Yamamoto, Kuchiki Ginrei, and Kuchiki Sojun are not worth mentioning; no one dares to cause them trouble.

Even the Fourth Division members who witnessed him killing someone were kept under strict guard by Retsu Unohana, and would not be released until the situation calmed down.

"..."

Upon hearing Aozaki Mayuki's words, Ichimaru Gin frowned.

Looking at Aozaki Mazuki's confident demeanor, he knew that he had truly handled the situation well.

Although it's unclear what method this guy used to get so many important figures to help him cover up the truth.

But things ended up this way, which is still considered a perfect outcome.

He saved Mr. Kuchiki, his killing of the captain-level rebel remained undetected, and he was about to join the Second Division as the Third Seat. Everything seemed to be going in a positive direction, but was it really a good thing...?

Gin Ichimaru stared at Maki Aozaki with a serious expression, feeling worried about his nonchalant smile.

He knew full well that what Aozaki Mayuki had done was enough to cause a huge uproar.

Although the captain can protect him for the time being, how can he guarantee that he can protect him for life?

This is completely different from their future plans when they came.

The other party also told me to keep a low profile!

"True Moon!"

Aozaki Mayuki looked at him strangely: "What's wrong?"

He pondered for a moment, then narrowed his eyes and slowly said, "I also want to apply for early graduation."

"Me too, me too!" Matsumoto Rangiku exclaimed hastily.

Aozaki Mayuki and Ichimaru Gin both rolled their eyes, their faces full of black lines.

They clearly remembered that this young lady had looked completely bewildered just moments before, but now she was joining in the fun.

"Reason?" Aozaki Mayuki asked, tilting her head.

“I’m not comfortable letting you, this carefree guy, wander around on your own,” Gin Ichimaru sighed.

Matsumoto Rangiku nodded in agreement.

Aozaki Mayuki paused for a moment, then smiled with satisfaction:

“I knew I hadn’t misjudged you. Now it seems that bringing you to the True Central Spiritual Arts Academy was the right decision.”

“Unlike Rangiku, who only knows how to give me a headache all day long, and never trains seriously, she can’t do it without my supervision.”

Listening to Aozaki Mayuki's sarcastic remarks, Ichimaru Gin glanced at Matsumoto Rangiku, whose face was gradually darkening, and a strange expression appeared on his face.

"In short, since you're all in the mood, let's all come together!"

Aozaki Mayuki hadn't realized the seriousness of the situation and became increasingly agitated as she spoke.

"Cough cough..."