Bleach: Getting Stronger Starting from Teaching at the Spiritual Arts Academy

"That's right, in the current Spirit Arts Academy, the one most qualified to be the vice dean is none other than Shikato-kun!"

Ayane Kotetsu raised her fingers and counted them one by one.

"In terms of ability, your teaching skills are among the best. No teacher in the entire Spirit Arts Academy would dare to say that they are better than you."

"In terms of strength, you have already mastered Bankai and possess captain-level strength. Even if you combined with Tsunayoshiro Yuto, Tsunayoshiro Tokina, and others, you wouldn't be able to defeat them with one hand."

"Regarding reputation..."

"You are already very popular among the students. Your actions of waiting in the Broken Realm for several months to rescue your disciple have already spread throughout the students. They all admire Shikagiri-sensei very much!"

"If the students were to fill out a form now and choose their most admired teacher, it would undoubtedly be Professor Shikatori."

"Therefore, it is the will of the people that Professor Shikatori should be appointed as the vice dean, and no one can find fault with it!"

"I am very honored that Dean Kotetsu thinks so highly of me." July was a little embarrassed by her praise. "But to be honest, I probably won't be able to stay in the Spirit Arts Academy for many more years."

Kiryuu Hikifune is estimated to be going to the Zero Division in two years. In July, he plans to take over Kiryuu Hikifune's position as captain of the Twelfth Division after this batch of students graduates.

He had been eyeing Kiryu's laboratory for a long time.

By becoming the captain of the 12th Division, one can inherit Kirio Hikifune's laboratory.

Kisuke Urahara already possesses the strength of a vice-captain, and who knows when he might master Bankai. July doesn't want Kisuke Urahara to snatch the credit first, so she must take over her captaincy immediately after Kiryu Hikifune leaves.

"You're going to be a captain, aren't you..." Ayane Kotetsu sighed. "I know the Spirit Arts Academy definitely won't be able to keep you. The Gotei 13 is the stage you should be on."

"However, the selection of the vice dean should not be arbitrarily taken by those with ulterior motives; it needs to be carefully vetted."

"I don't want to see people like Tsunayoshiro Yoto and Tsunayoshiro Tokina infiltrate the Spirit Arts Academy again."

"If Shikatori-kun can become the vice dean, it will deter those people from even considering it."

"Moreover, the real sword competition is about to be organized. There are a lot of things to do these days, and I can't handle it all by myself."

"So, just consider it helping me out and helping out for a while."

Ayane Kotetsu also knew that a strong person like Nanatsuki Shikatori, who was at the captain level, would not stay in the Spirit Arts Academy indefinitely.

However, as long as Shichiru Shichiru can serve as the vice dean for a period of time, she can temporarily block the parachuted nobles, thus giving her time to select a suitable vice dean.

Moreover, there are indeed many things to do recently, and the position of vice dean cannot be left vacant.

“If it’s only for a short period of time, then there’s no problem.” July nodded.

Organizing a real sword competition was something July wanted to do, so she agreed.

"I'm so glad you're willing to help!" Ayane Kotetsu breathed a sigh of relief. "I really couldn't handle those people by myself!"

The Kotetsu family was just a small family and couldn't possibly handle the difficulties caused by those powerful nobles.

Although not all the candidates nominated by the noble families are the same as Tsunayoshiro, they are all pushing hard for the vice-principal position. Kotetsu Ayane doesn't want to make a decision on the vice-principal so hastily. Right now, only Shikatri Nanatsuki is qualified to shut everyone up.

...

The next day, July arrived at the office to find Duanmu Zongjie.

"Congratulations! Our Shikatori-sensei has been promoted again!" Duanmu Zongsuke said sarcastically. "But could Vice Dean Shikatori perhaps offer some compensation to his subordinates who have been working overtime for so long?"

Shikatoshi Nanatsuki needed to stay in the Dankai for a while, so she couldn't attend classes and asked Duanmu Zongjie to take her place.

"You're quite well-informed, how did you find out so quickly?" July smiled. "I'll treat you after get off work today."

Duanmu Zongjie immediately chuckled and said, "Then you'll have to cook it yourself!"

July nodded gently: "Of course!"

"Dean Kotetsu just came and told us!" Teacher Sakai leaned over, resting her hands on the table, and said, "From now on, we'll be calling Vice Dean Shikatori!"

"Is Sakai-sensei alright now? I'm so sorry, I've been too busy lately to visit the Fourth Division," July said.

Sakai-sensei was seriously injured during the assessment mission of the Utawarerumono and was hospitalized in the Fourth Division for a period of time.

"They're all better now. They were just discharged from the hospital the day before yesterday. It's good that they were saved, Kana and Kagura. I was so worried about them recently," Ms. Sakai said with a light laugh.

"Shikatori-sensei's promotion speed is really fast!" Shirai Riko said with envy. "I still remember when you first came to the Spirit Arts Academy... and in the blink of an eye, you've become the vice dean!"

"Thanks to Dean Kotetsu's high regard," July said with a smile. "Everyone, remember to come to the dojo after get off work."

"Yay! I can finally eat Shikatori-sensei's delicious food!"

In July, I came here to inform my close colleagues to come to the dojo for dinner after get off work. This was also to thank Duanmu Zongjie for covering for me and to thank Sakai-sensei for taking care of Kaku.

When July returned to her office, she found Ge Kuang waiting for her there.

“Teacher!” Ge Kuang stood up and said, “My graduation procedures are complete.”

"Then you're officially a Grim Reaper now!" July said with a smile. "Did the Kido Clan say when you should report for duty?"

"I need to report there this afternoon. The Ghost Path Clan suffered considerable casualties during their mission in the Broken Realm, and they are short-handed. I need to go and help as soon as possible," Ge Kuang replied.

“I thought you’d have a vacation… It seems the Ghost Path Clan is indeed short-handed. This is your chance. Cultivate the Ghost Path diligently and strive to gain a place in the Ghost Path Clan as soon as possible!” July said.

"Yes! I will cultivate diligently!" Ge Kuang nodded.

...

In the afternoon, Ge Kuang reported to the Ghost Path Clan.

"Senior, I am Ge Kuang, a recent graduate of the Spirit Arts Academy, here to report to the Ghost Path Sect!" Ge Kuang handed over his information form.

“Oh, it’s you. Shikato-sensei told me about it before.” Yushoda Hachigen looked at the information sheet that Utako handed over.

“The Sealing Class is short-staffed right now, so why don’t you go to the Sealing Class? Your graduation exam examiner is also in the Sealing Class, so you can have them mentor you,” Yuzhao Tian Boxuan said with a smile.

The shortage of personnel means that promotions are faster than in other places, so the arrangement by Akita Hachigen is quite considerate of Utako.

“However…” Yushoda Hachigen thought for a moment and hesitated, “The newly transferred deputy leader of the sealing squad, Watanabe Jiro, is a retainer of the Tsunayashiro family. He might make things difficult for you.”

“I’m fine with it!” Ge Kuang nodded. “I can accept the challenge!”

Risk and opportunity go hand in hand; it's rare to have both.

"Don't worry too much. Watanabe Jiro isn't the only one who calls the shots in the Sealing Team," Yushoda Hachigen said with a smile. "Watanabe Jiro is a newcomer just like you. If you get along well with the others, he won't be able to make things difficult for you!"

“I understand!” Ge Kuang nodded.

However, the days that followed were even more difficult than Ge Kuang had imagined.

A few days later, Goku was told that he was to go to Hueco Mundo for duty.

“Deputy Squad Leader Watanabe…aren’t new recruits supposed to have a period of learning? Why do I have to go on duty in Hueco Mundo now?” Kagaku frowned.

This was not quite what she had expected.

She just graduated from the Spirit Arts Academy and came to the Ghost Path Clan. She should be learning from her seniors for a while before going out on missions.

If we go to Hueco Mundo now, we won't be able to utilize the Kido Clan's vast knowledge base of Kido.

“The sealing squad is short-handed, and the new recruits also have to work.” Watanabe Jiro said coldly, “A group of Shinigami from the sealing squad went to support the Hueco Mundo Expeditionary Force to maintain the spiritual barrier for the Expeditionary Force’s camp. They have been in Hueco Mundo for several years now, and I plan to let them come back to rest for a while, but we need to send a new group of people to replace them.”

Ge Kuang bit her lip. The task had been assigned, and she couldn't refuse, so she had to agree.

"Don't worry, I'll be leading the expedition to support Hueco Mundo this time. I'm quite capable, and I can guarantee your safety," Watanabe Jiro said calmly.

That's exactly what Ge Kuang is worried about!

Watanabe Jiro is a retainer of the Tsunayo family, and going to Hueco Mundo with him is an extremely dangerous thing.

A faint, almost imperceptible, mocking smile appeared on Watanabe Jiro's lips.

The Tsuna-Yayo family will not easily give up what they want.

If Gokuan goes to Hueco Mundo with him, there will be plenty of opportunities to create trouble and danger for him there. Moreover, these things can even be done within the rules. Hueco Mundo is inherently dangerous, and casualties are normal.

But the next day, before Watanabe Jiro could lead his team to Hueco Mundo, Yoruichi Shihouin and Hachigen Ushōda suddenly arrived at the Sealing Team.

Watanabe Jiro had a bad feeling when he saw Shihouin Yoruichi.

He knew that Yoruichi Shihouin and Kagami Kō were from the same school.

It seems things are about to change regarding Tuoge Kuang's departure from the virtual world.

"The barrier of the Covert Task Force's Maggot Nest prison needs more maintenance personnel, and we need the Sealing Squad to send people over to help," said Hachigen Azusada.

"This..." Watanabe Jiro's expression changed as he tried to struggle. "The Maggot Nest Prison is a key location for the Second Division. We should send an experienced Shinigami there. I'll go find an experienced Shinigami right now."

"We need new recruits!" Yoruichi Shihouin didn't want to beat around the bush and said directly, "Aren't you guys very busy? You have to go to Hueco Mundo for a mission. The Covert Force doesn't want to delay your business. Just go and call Kaku! This is a long-term mission, so don't get any other ideas!"

“Kakuma is a student who graduated early. He is very capable and can meet the needs of the Covert Force with a little training.” Hachigen Ariyoda nodded.

Watanabe Jiro's face immediately turned ugly.

The mission to patrol Hueco Mundo has already been submitted, and he cannot withdraw it now.

At that time, he, as the deputy squad leader, will definitely have to go to the virtual circle for duty.

However, since Kagura is still in Seireitei, it will be difficult for him to use his identity to deal with Kagura.

Chapter 238 Cultivation Guidance

Saito family.

In July, they are checking on Saito Shizuku's health.

Since I had been staying in Dangai for a while, I left the inspection work to Hoshino Rie.

Rie Hoshino has made considerable progress in recent years and is capable of handling this kind of situation.

"I can release my spiritual pressure without any problems now." Saito Shizuku was in good condition, and her spirit form looked no different from a normal Shinigami.

"Miss Shizuku's spirit body has stabilized, and the implanted spiritual pressure core has adapted to the spiritual pressure generated by your lock and soul sleep."

July was very satisfied with the result, which showed that the plan was feasible, and she prepared to go back and start cultivating the spirit remains of Ba Yun Zhai.

"Next, we still need to be careful not to exhaust our spiritual pressure. Excessive consumption of spiritual pressure will put a burden on the spiritual pressure core," July reminded.

“I will be careful.” Saito Shizuku nodded.

"There's no need to prepare any more medicine to suppress the spiritual pressure generated by the lock-on and the soul sleep, but we should continue using the medicine to nourish the core of the spiritual pressure." July prepared some medicine to nourish the core of Saito Shizuku.

"it is good!"

The Saito sisters wanted to invite him to stay for dinner, but he declined and left the Saito family home in July.

He's been quite busy lately preparing for the Spirit Arts Academy's True Sword Competition.

...

A few days later, at the Shikato Dojo.

In July, wanting to review the disciples' training progress, he was observing their sparring.

During the time July spent in the Broken Realm, her disciples would occasionally visit her. During those visits, July would also take the opportunity to give them some pointers, so her cultivation did not fall behind.

In the courtyard, Shiba Isshin and Aizen Sousuke were practicing together.

thump—

The two men clashed with their wooden swords, creating a situation of mutual suppression.

Shiba Isshin suddenly released the hilt of his sword with his left hand and placed it on his right arm.

Seeing this, Aizen Sousuke immediately increased the force in his hand, and gradually pushed the wooden sword towards Shiba Isshin.

Shiba Isshin, however, didn't seem to care and grinned.

"Sousuke, come and taste the amazing technique I've just mastered!"

Shiba Isshin's left hand has its five fingers bent, with his thumb pressing on his middle finger.

He gathered his strength in his middle finger and flicked it out suddenly.

"Ghost bullet!"

He gathered spiritual pressure at the tip of his middle finger and released a shockwave with a flick of his forehead.

Aizen Sousuke tried to dodge, but the distance was too close, and he was hit by the shockwave instantly.

The shockwave wasn't very powerful and failed to injure Aizen Sousuke, but it did make him lose his footing and send him flying.

"Pursue!" Shiba Isshin shouted and gave chase.

Shiba Isshin used Shunpo to get behind Aizen Sousuke, who was flying backward, and slashed horizontally at his waist.

Just then, Aizen Sousuke stepped into the air and quickly adjusted his position, abruptly stopping his retreat.