Death: This Death is a bit unorthodox.

Looking to the side, the younger sister was holding the man's arm, exuding a leisurely and gentle temperament rarely seen in this world. Her loving profile was incredibly beautiful and pleasing to the eye.

Shiba Kaien recalled his sister's usual demeanor, which was quite different from her behavior today.

Is this my sister?

How could my sister be so gentle? Give me back my rude and grumpy sister, you bastard!

"Shinjuku, what exactly did you do to my sister?" Shiba Kaien's eyes twitched as he rolled up his sleeves and asked, word by word.

"We didn't do anything, just set off some fireworks and drank some alcohol," Aozaki Mayuki said, spreading her hands.

Do you think I'll believe you?

Seeing his sister's virtuous wife and loving mother demeanor, radiating maternal glow, he couldn't help but suspect that she was already married.

“Kukaku can be my witness!” Shinju helped Kukaku up.

But it was clear that Kukaku was still drunk; she staggered for only a couple of steps before collapsing onto her backside.

With a "bang," Zhenyue was kicked away by his brother-in-law, who was flying through the air. He crashed into the wall, creating a large hole in the wall, and fell straight to the ground.

Chapter 58 Confidence

Soul Society, Seireitei.

Gangmi Daike, the central council pavilion.

The bloodstains on the floor have been cleaned up.

The highest-ranking member of the Tsunayo family, the chief retainer, sat before a wall adorned with images of mountains and flowing water, his expression stern, the air thick with oppression.

"My lords, this is the message that came from the Pure Pagoda Forest."

The family's Grim Reaper, who delivered the message, knelt on the ground, his hoarse voice coming from behind his black mask.

"We understand. You may leave now," an elder said expressionlessly.

"Yes, my lord."

The Grim Reaper of the Family slowly rose and left the meeting room.

With the doors closed, a long silence fell over the meeting room.

"How ridiculous! A member of the prestigious Tsunayoshi family died in the mouth of a Hollow?" A white-haired elder suddenly sneered.

"Actually, this isn't impossible," another elder suddenly said. "Such things have happened quite often in the history of the Spirit Arts Academy!"

“But this time is different. This time, it’s not those lowly commoners from Rukongai who died, but the bloodlines of the five noble families!” The white-haired elder shook his head. “The branch family members will not accept this outcome either.”

Upon hearing this, the other elders all fell silent.

Although they, as elders, represent the highest authority in the entire Tsunayashiro family, they are not indifferent to everything.

The branch family is a significant force within the entire Tsunayoshiro family, and the head and elders of the branch family still wield considerable influence within the clan.

The so-called investigation into the truth, to put it bluntly, is to give them an explanation.

“The evidence is right in front of them… what else do they have to say?” an elder suddenly asked.

Upon hearing this, the other elders all frowned, their faces showing displeasure.

They knew that this elder and the previous white-haired elder had very close ties with the branch family in private, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that they were both pushed up by the branch family.

A cold, sinister glint flashed in the eyes of the white-haired elder:

"They believe there aren't that many accidents in the world and demand that those who participated in this soul burial internship be subjected to severe torture."

"Only by making them bleed and suffer can they speak the truth!"

The other elders raised an eyebrow, and one of them curled into a mocking smile, sneering:

"I know that His Excellency Jingu has gone through a lot and lost a lot in order to climb to his current position, and believes that 'accidents' do not exist."

"But this kind of non-existent 'accident' is limited to within the family; your background has limited your perspective!"

"Moreover, neither the Central 46 nor Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni would agree to your proposal."

Another elder echoed:

“I think His Excellency De Kang is right.”

"Don't think we don't know what you and the branch family are up to. You're just targeting that man named Aozaki Mayuki!"

"It's simply because they suffered a setback in that operation, and the branch family lost two captain-level Grim Reapers, so they hold a grudge!"

"You dare not go after the head of the Shihouin family, but only cause trouble for the commoners of Rukongai. You have completely disgraced the Tsunayo family!"

"It's a pity you've messed with the wrong person this time. The message from Qingjingta Julin is very clear: this situation is completely different from the past."

“Yamamoto values ​​that man highly, even going so far as to refute the sage and the judge, which is unprecedented.”

"But……"

The white-haired Tsunayoshiro Shrine maiden wanted to argue further, but was interrupted by the elder of the main family:

"That's enough. Yamamoto is getting old. He won't be able to hold the position of Captain-Commander for long."

"In my opinion, Yamamoto may intend to make that man his successor, so he is willing to use his power to suppress the 46 Chambers in order to protect that man."

"The master cannot risk angering Yamamoto by continuing your nonsense."

"This is not good for us or for the family!"

Tsunayoshi Shrine maiden narrowed her eyes.

"Your family members died under mysterious circumstances, and you're all unwilling to take responsibility?"

"This is a matter concerning your division of the family, not our main family..."

An elderly woman, seemingly a family elder, was about to shirk responsibility when Tsunayoshi Tokuyasu raised his hand to stop her:

"Your Excellency Yuye, remember your identity and responsibilities, and be careful with your words and actions."

“…Yes.” Tsunayoshi Yuye paused, then realized that she had said something foolish in her haste.

“It’s not that the master doesn’t want to get involved, but that he can’t,” Tsunayoshi Tokuyasu said solemnly. “Dealing with the various families and Yamamoto in the Central 46 has already exhausted us, and we really don’t have the extra energy to deal with Aozaki Mazuki.”

"Don't you have someone in the Gotei 13 from the branch family? Aozaki Mayuki is about to join the Gotei 13, so you can handle him."

"Don't worry, the elders' responsibility is always to safeguard the interests of the family, and we will never forget that."

"Your Excellency Dekang, what do you mean?"

As Gangya Dekuyasu finished speaking, the other elders were all stunned, and then looked at the former with puzzled or even incredulous eyes.

Tsunayoshiro Shrine frowned and pondered for a moment, then laughed loudly, stood up, and left his seat, leading another close relative of the branch family towards the door.

"Alright, alright... then let the branch family handle this matter."

As the door closed, the smile on Tsunayoshiro Shrine's lips instantly turned icy cold.

The elders sitting in the conference room were also puzzled.

"Lord Dekang, is it not appropriate to provoke a conflict with Yamamoto at this time?"

“I understand what you mean.” Tsunayoshi Tokuyasu sneered, “But what does the struggle between the branch family and Yamamoto have to do with us?”

"Would Yamamoto hold a grudge against us? No, because we are one of the five great noble families!"

The elders immediately understood what he meant.

"After all, they also belong to the Tsunayoshi family..."

Tsunayoshi Tokuyasu snorted coldly:

"But they want to take what doesn't belong to them."

“Over the years, the power of the branch family has grown stronger and stronger. Can’t you see that they are no longer of one mind with the main family?”

The elders all nodded in agreement:

"Lord Dekang is right!"

"They are merely a family, yet they dare to dream of taking the position of family head and a seat in the Central Forty-Six Chambers."

"Let them fight it out. Even if they don't both suffer heavy losses, it's good if the division of the family is crippled."

"..."

They simply didn't believe Yamamoto would take action against the five noble families, not because he lacked the ability, but because he couldn't do so!

As the captain-commander of the Gotei 13, Yamamoto was a serious, upright, and stubborn man. He created the Gotei 13 to maintain the rule of the Seireitei and eliminate any threats to it.

Not to mention the Central 46's suppression of power over the Gotei 13 and the constraints of the concept that "the five noble families are supreme."

The very question of the world's survival is enough to deter Yamamoto from taking any rash actions.

Even if he dared to attack the nobles, he would never kill them all!

This is the source of the confidence of the elders of the main family!

Chapter 59 Irresistible

The elders looked at each other, laughing like a bunch of old foxes.

For nobles of high rank and power, the importance of bloodline cannot be ignored, but it is not absolute.

In the face of power, even blood ties seem superfluous, and compassion and mercy are out of the question.

Only self-interest is eternal.

Throughout the Tsunayoshiro family, the division of the family was only done through force; the real power of the Tsunayoshiro family remained in the hands of the main family.

Swords and blades are meant to be used, and there are always plenty of replacements available.

"In that case..."

"Is it necessary for us to have such a strained relationship with Lord Yuan Liuzhai?"

"With Lord Yuan Liuzhai's martial prowess, those fools who split up the family have no chance of winning!"

"indeed."

The elders offered their opinions one after another.