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Aizen fell silent. Did this mean that if he didn't come up with a better solution, he would have to implement Urahara Kisuke's terrible idea?

"In that case, I do have a half-good idea."

"Let Kubo serialize several Quincy side stories in the manga, adding embellishments to the content, portraying the Quincy, led by Yhwach, as utterly wicked demons."

"At the same time, it emphasizes Yhwach's cold-bloodedness and selfishness, and fabricates some stories about Quincy using humans as bait in order to kill Hollows."

"Further emphasize the positive image of the Grim Reaper to create a stark contrast with the villainous Quincy."

"In the end, the Quincy are all wiped out, and Yhwach survives like a maggot in a toilet."

"Later, there are several more scenes depicting the Soul Society facing multiple crises, yet he never dares to take revenge and constantly reminds himself to wait for the right opportunity."

"Given the current popularity of Bleach, the release of such a spin-off will definitely generate a lot of discussion."

“At that time, even if Yhwach doesn’t care, his Quincy will not be able to ignore it.”

"Moreover, this is something that will be forever nailed to the pillar of shame, and I think it would be difficult for Yhwach to remain indifferent."

"Once the Quincy make a move, we can find Yhwach's location, and then it will be a head-on confrontation."

Captain-Commander Yamamoto looked at Aizen with a strange expression for a while before slowly speaking:

"Actually, it's not exactly false; that's just how it is. Your method is better than Urahara's, so I agree. Let's do it this way."

"In that case, let me add two more points."

Aizen paused deliberately for a moment, then continued:

"First, in order to prevent the Quincy from launching a surprise attack after being enraged, I propose to recall the Shinigami who are away, strengthen the security in the Seireitei, and at the same time form a special operations team to provide support at any time."

"Secondly, the manga artist Kubo will definitely be in danger, and we must send a Shinigami to protect him. But if we do that, the plan to lure him out will be too obvious."

"Therefore, I propose that Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia Kuchiki go and protect Kubo."

"As the male and female protagonists in the manga, it's perfectly normal for them to appear next to Kubo."

This time, Captain-Commander Yamamoto fell silent and did not give any answer.

After a long silence, he finally spoke and asked:

"If we do that, the Kurosaki family will have no choice but to be released without charge."

"Yes, if you want a horse to run, you have to feed it some grass."

"Ichigo Kurosaki? I don't think that arrogant brat can carry out a protection mission well. According to your plan, the manga artist is the key."

"Indeed, but I think he'll definitely be fine. In fact, this mission is most suitable for him and Rukia."

Captain-Commander Yamamoto remained silent for a long time before nodding slightly.

"Okay, do as you say. However, I don't want to see him. You are in full charge of this matter."

"Captain-Commander, you have great courage. However, this matter is rather complicated and may take quite some time. Our Fifth Division's budget is already a bit tight because of last night's banquet..."

"Go to the First Division and use it; I'll give you special permission."

"Thank you so much!"

Opportunity! I must take advantage of this opportunity.

Aizen smiled slightly and then said:

"By the way, since you've decided to use my plan, I'll take Urahara's suggestion with me. Maybe I can tease him about it later."

"Do as you please," Captain-Commander Yamamoto waved his hand dismissively.

Of course, Aizen's purpose in taking Urahara's proposal was not to mock Urahara Kisuke.

Upon returning home, he immediately called Kurosaki Ichigo to a corner of the courtyard and recounted what had just happened.

"...That's roughly it. The Captain-Commander was almost going to carry out Kisuke Urahara's plan, but thanks to me, the plan was successfully changed."

"That bastard Urahara!"

After reading Urahara's proposal in Aizen's hand, Ichigo Kurosaki's eyes immediately blazed with anger, and his face was full of fury.

Unexpectedly, that guy, who was supposed to be his master, was only thinking about tricking him.

"Aizen, you're no better than me. But you did a good job this time. I'll protect that bastard Kubo."

"Haha... I knew you could do it. By the way, the matter of Kisuke Urahara's fake defection is classified. Only the Captain-Commander and I know about it. Don't tell anyone else."

"If it's classified, why are you telling me?"

"Because I believe you, and besides, isn't this meant to boost your motivation?"

"Ah... thank you so much. Thanks to your encouragement, I'm full of motivation now."

Kurosaki Ichigo gritted his teeth as he finished reading, then looked down at the proposal in his hand again.

That's right, the tone, writing style, and handwriting are definitely the work of that bastard Urahara.

Although I knew he wasn't a good person, I never expected that he would even use my own mother.

After everything is over, I must give him a good punch.

"You probably don't need this proposal anymore, right? Can I have it?"

"Don't tell anyone, okay? This is a secret of the Seireitei, and only four people, including you, know about it."

"Don't worry, I absolutely won't tell anyone!"

Chapter 367 This guy seems a bit strange

Chapter 367, Section 368: This guy seems a bit strange.

A few days later, the Kurosaki family was acquitted and allowed to return to the real world.

Meanwhile, Ichigo Kurosaki kept his promise to Aizen and went to the Kubo family to work as a bodyguard with Rukia Kuchiki.

Of course, to avoid attracting attention, the two of them use the identity of comic book assistants in public.

As the male and female protagonists of the manga "Bleach," they developed a strong interest in manga after the manga became popular, which led them to become manga artists.

Therefore, in exchange for the use of her portrait rights, she entered the home of manga artist Aizen Kubo as an assistant.

The above statements were reasonable and logical, and even the other real assistants believed their story.

However, after staying at Kubo's house for two weeks, on the fifteenth day, the two suddenly noticed that Kubo was acting strangely.

For the past two weeks, Kubo has been painting with everyone in the studio lobby, and sometimes he also gives guidance to his assistants.

However, from that day on, he suddenly locked himself in a small room and was always alone.

After the original drawing was completed, it was handed over to the assistant. No one saw the entire drawing process.

In addition, his personality became somewhat eccentric.

In the past, I would paint whenever I had free time, and I spent most of my time revising the original drafts.

Now, I spend less time painting in my room and am mostly out of the studio, wandering around instead.

They either stroll around museums and aquariums, sit in cafes for a long time, or have meals with other comic artists and play games like chess and cards.

On the morning of the twenty-first day, at the Kubo residence, in the living room that serves as a studio.

"Terashima, have you noticed that Professor Kubo has been acting a little strange these past few days?"

After several days, Ichigo Kurosaki finally couldn't hold back any longer and asked Terashima, who was also his assistant, about Kubo's changes.

"What's so strange about it? Isn't this a perfectly normal phenomenon?"

"Huh...? I haven't been here long and I'm not very familiar with Kubo-sensei yet. So Kubo-sensei used to do this often?"

“No, that’s not it. Mr. Kubo used to be quite serious about it.” Terashima said casually while refining the original manga manuscript. “I mean, this kind of situation is actually quite common in the industry.”

"What do you mean by that?"

“I’ve worked as an assistant for other teachers before, so I’m familiar with this situation. Famous cartoonists are always very enthusiastic at the beginning, busy drawing comics all day long, but after their popularity is stable, they gradually become lazy.”

Terashima put down his pen and let out a long sigh:

"However, I can understand that feeling. After all, whether the painting is good or bad, the popularity will not decrease in the slightest."

"Even if it's a plot that's just been thought up on a whim, or a draft that's been drawn with your feet, there will still be a lot of people praising it."

"Over time, one will naturally become lazy."

"I'm so envious. I wonder when I'll be able to draw such a popular comic."

Kurosaki Ichigo was speechless, unsure of what to say.

So this is actually a normal phenomenon?

So, Kubo didn't suddenly change people; he just got lazy.

Lost in thought, the door to the small room opened, and Kubo, dressed in casual clothes, looked around before casually tossing a thick stack of manuscripts onto the table.

"I'm going out. Kurosaki, Kuchiki, are you coming with me today?"

"Of course! As assistants, it is necessary for us to learn from Mr. Kubo's every move."

Kurosaki Ichigo quickly followed.

Over the past few days, he has been very reluctant to go out with Kubo.

However, she did not refuse.

“You two have very poor basic skills. What you need now is to hone your drawing skills, not to wander around with me.”

"Uh... if that's the case, isn't it the same for Kubo-sensei? What he needs now is to draw manga, not to go out and play."

"I am drawing."

"Really? I thought you were hiding in your room sleeping and using your old drafts to deal with your assistant."

"Is it really okay for you to talk to me like that? Be careful, or I'll kick you out."

"Then I'll have to go to court with Rukia to report you for illegally using my image rights. It might not be very effective, but I don't think you'd want to get into that kind of trouble for no reason, right?"

"Haha... Haven't I become quite eloquent?"

This guy! He's so weird.

Kurosaki Ichigo stared intently at Kubo for a while, then couldn't help but turn around and exchange a glance with Kuchiki Rukia.