The Alchemist in Bleach

"Ahem... Ichiro, I have a question for you." At this moment, a Shinigami walked up from the side and said with a slightly embarrassed expression, while glancing at the world.

Ichiro understood, tilted his head slightly, and the world smiled and left, giving them space.

"Alright, it's just the two of us now. Go ahead and ask what you want to ask."

"Ahem~ Well," Yamada coughed lightly, slightly embarrassed, and said, "Well, I have a friend."

"..." Ichiro looked at Yamada speechlessly, "Is the friend you're talking about yourself?"

"Cough cough cough~~" Yamada was even more embarrassed, "How did you know?"

'How should I know... I was just asked that!'

"I've seen it all. Go ahead, what's the problem? Is it about relationships?"

"Ah."

"Wait, let me ask you a few questions first. Do you prefer men or women?"

Yamada looked at Ichiro with surprise. What kind of question was this? But he still answered honestly, "A woman, can she like a man?"

"It's not impossible. The next question is, is that person the world?"

"...Isn't the world your Zanpakuto? No."

"Very good, I have no questions, go ahead and ask." Ichiro breathed a sigh of relief; now he could confidently act as the strategist.

Ichiro has developed psychological trauma.

Yamada looked at Ichiro strangely. Although he was a little curious as to why Ichiro would ask these questions, he was ultimately more concerned about himself. So he coughed twice and asked, "I'm planning to confess to her, but I'm worried about being rejected. So I wanted to ask what I should do in this situation?"

“It’s very simple. Just say the same thing to that girl as you just told me, say that you have a friend who likes her, and see her reaction.”

"But I want to convey my feelings to her directly."

"Just be direct~" Ichiro stroked his chin and thought for a moment, then clapped his hands. "I've got it! When you confess your feelings, just ask me if I can pursue you. Don't just say 'I love you' and 'Let's be together,' because the latter can be rejected, but can the former be rejected? 'Can I pursue you?' is that a request? She has no reason to refuse. Over time, won't your feelings develop?"

As he spoke, Ichiro patted Yamada's chest with a hint of pride.

Thank you, Master!

Although he had never put these skills into practice, they were still somewhat useful.

Upon hearing Ichiro's words, Yamada's eyes lit up, and he excitedly grabbed Ichiro's shoulders, exclaiming, "Hearing your words... um... is like hearing a profound truth!"

"......" So you just listened to nothing...

"come on!"

"Okay! I'm going!"

"Huh?! Now?"

"Yes, otherwise I'm afraid I'll back down again later."

Having said that, Yamada, to Ichiro's astonishment, resolutely turned around and walked to Suzuran's side...

"Lily of the Valley, may I ask if I may pursue you?"

Suzuran glanced at the astonished Ichiro and decisively replied, "No way!"

After saying that, he turned and left, leaving Yamada and Ichiro in shock.

What happened to the promise that you couldn't refuse?

Ichiro? The Founder?

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Chapter 220 The Soul Returns!

"Can I pursue you?"

"No."

……

Yamada stared blankly at Suzuran as she left, then turned to look at Ichiro not far away, his eyes full of confusion. What happened to the promise that he couldn't be rejected? Is this even worse than being rejected after confessing directly?

"Pee pee~~"

After Ichiro realized what was happening, he awkwardly turned his head away and whistled.

It doesn't work!

Indeed, that saying is true: some things are romantic when done by a rich, handsome, and successful man, but are just rude and shameless when done by a poor, unattractive man.

Good looks are the only true indicator!

Fortunately, he possessed this truth!

Just as Ichiro was about to advise Yamada to think more positively, an unexpected event occurred...

"boom!"

The door to the general medical facility was kicked open. Soi Fon raised her eyebrows, glared angrily at Ichiro, and shouted, "Tenshin Ichiro! Look what you've done!"

"???" Ichiro first raised the soundproof barrier of the ambulance, then pointed at himself and walked toward Soi Fon in a daze.

The others, while tending to the patient, secretly glanced over, their intuition telling them there was something fishy going on!

What else could a woman possibly do to question a man about the good things he's done?

"Did I...do something?" Ichiro asked curiously as he stepped out of the soundproof barrier. "Also, this is the Fourth Division, so keep your voice down."

"Hiss~" Soi Fon took a deep breath and calmed down. "I understand, I was wrong, but it's all because of you that Yoruichi is going to marry Urahara!"

"What's the big deal? Getting married is fine, it's not like we're in... wait, holy crap! They're getting married?" After realizing what was happening, Ichiro looked at Soi Fon in shock.

Holy crap, they're getting married already? They're skipping dating altogether?

The world that came out upon hearing the sound was also stunned. This is impossible. Urahara shouldn't have such audacity.

Ichiro thought so too, and asked curiously, "Are you sure? How could that coward Urahara possibly dare to confess?"

"It's all because of you!" Soi Fon said viciously.

The thought of this made her furious!

"Me? What did I do?"

"Stop pretending! If you hadn't said those things to Urahara, how could he have confessed to Yoruichi? And if he hadn't confessed, how could Lord Kiyogan have allowed them to get married right now!"

What did I say?

"Tell him not to regret it, and that he should boldly confess who he likes! Also, tell him that childhood sweethearts can't compete with newcomers, and encourage him to settle down with his girlfriend sooner rather than later! If it weren't for your words, how could he possibly have confessed to Yoruichi!"

Soi Fon glared angrily at Ichiro like a black cat with its fur standing on end!

What angered her most was the second sentence, because Urahara was her childhood friend, while she was the one who suddenly appeared out of nowhere!

In other words, if Ichiro hadn't said those things, she would have had a very good chance!

Yes, at least that's what she thinks.

But now, it's gone!

Everything is gone!

Ichiro: "..."

That sounds so familiar... Was that guy outside the door at the time? His stealth capabilities are that good?

“When did I say those things to him? He overheard it! I was talking to Suzuran… um~” Halfway through his sentence, Ichiro suddenly felt a chill run down his spine. He shivered and stiffly turned his head.

The world was standing not far away, squinting, its eyes curved like crescent moons, its lips upturned in a sweet smile, quietly watching Ichiro.

Unfortunately, though his smile was sweet, Ichiro's heart was filled with bitterness...

We're doomed...

"World... well, let me explain, no, let me make something up for you, pshaw, anyway, it's not what you think!"

Sekai still looked at Ichiro with a sweet smile and said, "Sekai didn't think about anything. Ichiro-sama, you should talk to Soi Fon first. She probably has something to do when she comes over."

"..." Feeling that lingering, bone-chilling cold, Ichiro understood once again why it is said that the look in someone's eyes when they want to kill cannot be hidden, even if they squint!

With a sigh, Ichiro resignedly turned to Soi Fon, who was glaring at him, and finally explained, "Whether you believe it or not, I really didn't say those things to Urahara, and before I said them, I didn't even know who I was going to confess to!"

"Hmph~" Soi Fon snorted, her face full of dissatisfaction. She didn't believe Ichiro's statement at all. In her eyes, Ichiro and Urahara were birds of a feather, and this wasn't the first time they had covered for each other.

Well, while there are quite a few instances of them sabotaging each other, it's clear that Soi Fon wouldn't bother remembering such useless information. Isn't it normal for dogs to fight each other?

Of course, despite the anger, the important business still needs to be done.

Soi Fon, with a cold expression, handed Ichiro a wedding invitation and said, "We're getting married the day after tomorrow. This is the invitation."

After saying that, he turned and left.

Ichiro didn't care. Soi Fon had always treated everyone except Yoruichi this way. What surprised him was that the wedding date was too close.

Even if Shihouin Seigan was worried that the two would run away and was preparing to force things to become a fait accompli, wasn't that a bit too early?

Even if Ichiro confessed to Urahara immediately after hearing about it that day, it's only been a few days, and they're already heading straight for marriage? Does that make sense?

That makes sense.

One thing Ichiro overlooked was that he and Yoruichi were just friends, but Kiyoshi was Yoruichi's father, and their relationship was different.

Kiyoshi knew very well that if Urahara wanted to leave Soul Society, Yoruichi would definitely leave with him, given her personality, even though she was now the captain of the 2nd Division, the commander-in-chief of the Onmitsukido, and the head of the Shihouin family.

If she wanted to, she would drop everything and leave without hesitation, without any regrets!

Because she is Yoruichi Shihouin!

Urahara's actions in recent years have all indicated that he is preparing to leave Soul Society.

So since we can't stop it, let's just get them married now and settle their status first!

Anyway, the two of them already have a foundation of affection, so it won't make a difference if things change a little more.

However, these things were beyond Ichiro's knowledge, and he had no time to delve into them. After carefully putting away the wedding invitation, a fawning smile appeared on his face as he slowly turned around: "Sekai, listen... what's that knife in your hand for...?"

Ichiro's smile froze when he saw the machete in the world's hand.

"I didn't do anything~ I just thought it would be fun. What is it you want to say, Lord Ichiro? Is it to encourage Suzuran? You don't like the feeling of being fought over, do you?"