I said you are all war criminals

Aizen pushed the door open and walked in, bowing slightly, "Captain, you're looking for me."

"Captain Aizen, you're here."

Yamamoto's voice was low, "Sit down."

Besides Yamamoto, several other captains were present in the room. Second Division Captain Yoruichi Shihouin leaned against the wall, fiddling with her nails idly, her lazy eyes occasionally flickering with a gleam of brilliance. Sixth Division Captain Byakuya Kuchiki sat upright, his expression as cold as a stone, seemingly indifferent to everything around him. And the most eye-catching figure was Urahara Kisuke, Captain of the 12th Division. His trademark straw hat and narrowed eyes made it impossible to predict his current thoughts.

"Everyone,"

Yamamoto looked around at everyone and said in a deep voice, "Just now, I received news that the Quincy... will send an envoy to visit Seireitei."

As soon as these words were spoken, the atmosphere in the room suddenly froze. Even the usually lazy Yoruichi sat up straight, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.

"Quincy?"

Yoruichi raised an eyebrow. "Those guys who attacked Soul Society two hundred years ago and were then wiped out? Turns out there are still remnants."

"According to the information in the present world, it seems that this is because Yhwach has been reincarnated."

Byakuya spoke of the information he had gathered from the human world. He then looked at Aizen, his expression slightly changing, "Captain Aizen, you should also be very clear about this matter."

Basically, after Soul Society and the real world reconnected, Byakuya and Aizen were the ones in charge of the real world. It was only yesterday that the Captain-General recalled them and replaced them with 10th Division Captain Shiba Isshin and 13th Division Captain Kyoraku Shunsui.

"Captain Kuchiki is right. Yhwach's reincarnation is indeed the reason the Quincies are on the move. The most dangerous Quincy in Soul Society's history has been reincarnated as a woman named Goto Ichiri, and she has re-established the Quincy Nation."

He paused, his voice tinged with worry, "I'm afraid this so-called 'visit' isn't as simple as it seems. We must prepare for the worst."

Captain Yamamoto knocked on the table with his old but powerful fingers, making a dull sound, as if knocking on the heart of every captain.

"Everyone, the Quincy's movements are significant. We must increase our vigilance and keep a close eye on their delegation."

His sharp eyes swept over the group, "Squad 2, prepare to monitor any incoming Quincy. Squad 12, prepare to investigate."

"As for the task of receiving the delegation..."

Yamamoto paused, his eyes landing on Aizen, "Let the Fifth Division take charge."

Aizen bowed slightly and said respectfully, "I will follow the captain's orders."

He had his usual gentle smile on his face, and no one could tell anything was wrong.

Back at the Fifth Division barracks, Aizen immediately summoned the vice-captain and other officers to begin arranging the reception. As a well-known good-natured Shinigami in the Thirteenth Division, even when facing the Quincies, a clan that had been annihilated by the Shinigami once, Aizen did not make any arrangements to overpower them. He emphasized the importance of treating each other with courtesy, demonstrating the magnanimity and demeanor of the Soul Society, while also secretly strengthening vigilance to avoid any accidents. He assigned specific tasks to each officer, including the layout of the venue, the arrangement of the ceremony, and communication with the delegation, etc. As for the specific reception, the leading envoy was responsible for himself, while the other envoys were the responsibility of the vice-captain.

"...This is the arrangement. Any questions?"

After arranging the tasks, Aizen smiled and asked this to his subordinates.

"Captain Sosuke,"

His vice-captain raised his hand. "If I'm to receive the other delegation tomorrow, where should I take them? You know, I've only graduated a year ago, or rather, I've only been reincarnated into Soul Society for three years. I'm not familiar with this place at all!"

"I believe you, Ohba."

Aizen smiled gently.

And his genius vice-captain, Nana Ohba, who became vice-captain just three years after her reincarnation into Soul Society, gave a slightly embarrassed smile.

"Captain Sosuke, it's great that you trust me, but I really don't have the confidence~"

152

Chapter 152 Nana: Rejecting Lesbianism.

The gate slowly opened, and sunlight streamed down the white stone steps, illuminating the neat formation of Squad 5. Aizen Sosuke stood at the front, clad in a white captain's haori, a gentle smile on his face, as comforting as the warm spring sun. But Nana found that smile a little creepy. After all, the captain had just said yesterday that they should prepare for the worst, and to see him smile so brightly today felt a little unreal.

With the sound of gentle footsteps, three Quincies appeared. Leading them was a young woman named Toyokawa Shoko, dressed in a white uniform, her long blue hair cascading over her shoulders. She carried herself with grace. But Nana keenly caught a subtle glint of arrogance in her eyes, like a proud peacock looking down upon these "lesser creatures."

"Welcome to Seireitei, Ms. Toyokawa."

Aizen's voice was as gentle as a spring breeze. He bowed slightly and greeted the delegation with the highest etiquette.

Xiangzi nodded slightly and said calmly, "Thank you, Captain Aizen, for coming to greet me personally."

Of the two Quincies behind her, one had only his right arm, and the other was completely silent. Nana stood behind Aizen, trying to maintain a calm expression. She secretly observed these Quincies, filled with curiosity: after three years of reincarnation into Soul Society, she knew almost nothing about the real world. What was the place where these Quincies lived like?

Aizen greeted Xiangzi calmly, trying to find out the other party's purpose, but Xiangzi's answer was flawless. He just said that he came for the peace between the two tribes.

The scenery of Seireitei, bathed in sunlight, was remarkably solemn and majestic, with teams of Shinigami moving through it, maintaining order. Aizen Sosuke walked ahead, occasionally explaining the architecture and history of Seireitei to Shoko, his tone gentle yet with a subtle hint of inquiry. Shoko merely responded politely, his gaze wandering, seemingly uninterested.

Nana felt that Xiangzi looked at her several times... She didn't know what this person was thinking.

"Ms. Toyokawa doesn't seem too interested in the scenery of Seireitei?"

Aizen asked casually, a smile on his face.

"Captain Aizen is joking,"

Xiangzi replied calmly, "It's just that the Quincy clan has lived in the real world for a long time, and everything in Soul Society is unfamiliar to them."

"I see."

Aizen smiled and nodded.

Nana, following behind, was responsible for "entertaining" the other two Quincies. The armless Quincy remained silent, like a wooden figure, only occasionally glancing around with a cold, gloomy look. The other Quincy, on the other hand, remained closely guarded behind Xiangzi, with a more relaxed attitude.

Both of them are women, and they also wear the iconic uniforms of the Quincies.

Are all Quincy women?

"The Fifth Division's barracks are just up ahead. Please come and visit."

Aizen made a "please" gesture, still with a perfect smile on his face.

Toyokawa Shoko withdrew her gaze from Nana and said, "Then I will respectfully obey your command."

The Fifth Division's barracks were simple and solemn, with several cherry trees planted in the courtyard. It was in full bloom, and pink petals drifted down in the wind, covering the bluestone paths. After Aizen led everyone to the main hall of the barracks, he gave the task of receiving the Quincy to Nana, citing his busy schedule.

"Nana should have some understanding of the real world, right? Please entertain these guests on my behalf."

Aizen smiled harmlessly, as if he really had to leave because he was busy with work.

Nana cursed the old fox in her heart, but responded respectfully: "Yes, Captain."

As soon as Aizen left, Nana felt the weight of the burden on her shoulders grow heavier. She didn't even know the situation in the real world, let alone the Quincy. Aizen was basically trying to trick her.

This guy must be taking revenge on Nana for stealing his banana pastry last time!

Nana was angry at first, but then she became depressed.

...No, with the situation so serious, it's impossible for him to be used to retaliate for something so petty. Captain Sosuke must have been out on some errand, perhaps on the orders of the Captain-General.

All in all, Nana gritted her teeth, put on a stiff smile, and tried hard to look like a qualified tour guide.

"This is the 5th Division's training ground. The members usually practice Zan Quan Zou Gui here. If Miss Toyokawa is interested, you can go and try it."

She pointed to a vacant lot scattered with some unremarkable stakes and targets.

"What are the daily tasks of the Fifth Division?"

Xiangzi asked casually, but his eyes were always fixed on Nana.

Nana secretly complained in her heart: What on earth does this woman want? Is there something wrong with my face? "The mission of the Fifth Division is rescue. If other divisions are in danger, our Fifth Division will go to support them."

"Then the Fifth Division was attacked. Who will come to support you?"

Xiangzi's eyes were still fixed on Nana.

Nana's scalp tingled under Xiangzi's gaze, like a frog being stared at by a poisonous snake. She tried to maintain an awkward smile and replied, "If the 5th Division is attacked, then naturally the other divisions will come to support us. The Gotei 13 divisions watch out for each other, haha..."

Xiangzi didn't ask any more questions, but just snorted softly.

Then, Xiangzi turned around and spoke to the two Quincies who followed him, "Yukinoshita, Gosuke, I'm going to talk to Nana, you go talk to the other Shinigami."

The one-armed Quincy frowned slightly, "Toyokawa, do you really think of yourself as the leader?"

"At least I'm the leader this time,"

Xiangzi said in an unquestionable voice, "Wu Geng, are you going to disobey His Highness's order?"

The conversation ends there.

The one-armed Quincy named Gogen let out a disgruntled snort, like the muffled warning of some beast. She touched the empty sleeve of her left arm with her remaining right hand, her eyes darting sinisterly at Xiangzi before she turned and left without a word. The other Quincy, presumably Yukinoshita, remained expressionless, as if unconcerned. She simply nodded and followed Gogen out of the main hall.

Watching the two leave, Nana secretly breathed a sigh of relief. There seemed to be undercurrents stirring within the Quincy Corps. She had originally thought that the Quincies would be united as the legends said, hating the Shinigami and wanting to splatter their blood even in death. But now, it seemed that wasn't the case.

After her subordinates left, Xiangzi turned her attention back to Nana. She walked slowly in front of Nana, a faint smile still on her face. "Nana, you seem nervous?"

Her tone was gentle, not like a conversation between a Quincy and a Shinigami at all.

Nana tried hard to force a smile, trying to make herself look more natural.

"Nervous? No, Ms. Toyokawa, you're joking."

Nana unconsciously took a small step back, trying to create some distance between herself and Xiangzi.

Xiangzi seemed not to notice Nana's little action, but took a step forward, almost sticking to Nana. A faint smell, similar to the fragrance of some flowers, penetrated Nana's nose, making her even more uncomfortable.

"Really? But your eyes, your breathing, your heartbeat, all tell me that you are nervous."

As Xiangzi said this, he stretched out a finger and gently touched Nana's chest.

"Boom, boom, boom..."

She imitated the sound of a heartbeat, her tone teasing.

Nana felt her cheeks getting hot. Was this woman teasing her?

At this moment, Xiangzi took another step closer, and the distance between them was so close that Nana could almost feel Xiangzi's breath.

Nana felt like a prey caught by a spider, unable to move. Xiangzi was more than a head shorter than her, but at this moment, Nana felt like a small animal trapped in a cage, and Xiangzi was the predator who controlled everything.

"me……"

Nana stammered, not knowing what to say. She subconsciously wanted to step back, but found that her back was already against the wall, with nowhere to go.

Xiangzi's breath sprayed on Nana's ears, which was itchy but made Nana feel creepy.

"Nana."

She spoke softly, her tone ambiguous, like a whisper between lovers.

Nana suppressed her nausea and tried hard to control her trembling body.

"Ms. Fengchuan, please respect yourself!"

In fact, Nana had already grasped her Zanpakutō. Even if Toyokawa Shoko was a visiting Quincy, it didn't mean Nana would really endure it forever.

"I don't even know you!"

This sentence finally worked.

Xiangzi took two steps back, his face cold. The terrifying look he had just had disappeared as if it were a lie.

"Ms. Nana, you're overreacting. I was just joking with you."

She spoke lightly, as if the intimate act just now was just an illusion.

Nana then realized she was still gripping the hilt tightly, her palm numb from the force. She slowly loosened her grip, and the Zanpakutō made a soft sound, as if responding to her tense nerves.

"That's not funny."

Nana's voice was low, with a barely perceptible tremor.

“…it’s funny if you know the punchline.”

Xiangzi said in a low voice.

Funny? What's funny about this?

Nana felt her whole body go numb. She had never expected something like this to happen. If she had known this would happen, she would have kept Sosuke no matter what. At least there were other people around, and Toyokawa Shoko wouldn't do anything to him!

"Ms. Nana, what are your main responsibilities in Seireitei? Are you getting used to life there?"

Xiangzi spoke again.

Her tone was gentle, as if the older sister next door was caring for her younger sister. She was completely different from the woman who was almost sticking to her, her breath spraying in her ears.

Nana was secretly alert and calmly took a half step back to distance herself from Xiangzi.

"I'm responsible for some daily patrol and guard duties, and I'm adapting to life there fairly well."

She spoke in a calm tone, trying not to reveal any emotion.

"Oh? Patrolling and guarding the Seireitei are of utmost importance. Miss Nana is truly young and promising."

Xiangzi said this with a smile.