Who are you calling a stable boy?!

"really!"

Yoruichi laughed, hooked his arm around Urahara's neck, and shook him a few times.

"What results?"

Zheng Jing asked.

"Kisuke has always enjoyed doing research. Two years ago, he even secretly started researching the Transcendental Gate, saying that if he had the chance, he would like to go to Hueco Mundo to see it for himself."

As she spoke, Yoruichi glared at Zheng Jing.

"Luckily, he's not like you, always causing trouble!"

"I call this being brave enough to do it!"

Zheng Jing glared back at Ye Yi.

"Captain Shihouin, could Urahara-kun please explain his achievements in detail?"

Just then, Aizen, who had been listening quietly, interjected.

He spoke to Yoruichi, but his eyes behind his glasses were looking at Urahara.

"I'm very curious."

"this......"

Yoruichi hesitated for a moment.

It wasn't that she was wary of Aizen, but since the achievement belonged to Urahara, she still needed to consult Urahara's opinion.

"no problem."

Urahara, who had been released by Yoruichi, straightened his clothes, met Aizen's gaze, and smiled slightly.

"If there is anything lacking, I hope that Senior Aizen will give me his guidance."

What was supposed to be a secret meeting to discuss how to help Zheng Jing out of his predicament turned into an academic exchange between Aizen and Urahara.

"...I see. Your intelligence is truly amazing, Urahara-kun."

They talked face-to-face for almost four hours before Aizen adjusted his glasses and began to praise Urahara.

"You flatter me, senior. I only hope that this will be of some help to you."

Urahara lowered his head, seemingly embarrassed, and scratched the back of his head.

"No need to be modest."

Aizen smiled and nodded.

"I have learned a great deal, which I will certainly be able to apply in the future."

"Oh? So, you've finished talking?"

Zheng Jing, who was lying face to face with Yoruichi and arm wrestling with her with one hand against both of her hands, turned his face away.

His relaxed demeanor, without blushing or panting, contrasted sharply with Yoruichi's flushed complexion, which resembled a chocolate mousse coated in honey.

“Urahara’s theory is profound yet easy to understand. Next, we will discuss the practical and data aspects.”

Upon hearing Aizen's words, Zheng Jing exerted a little force, knocking Yoruichi down with a thud. He then pulled his hands away, rushed in front of Urahara, grabbed Urahara's palms and shook them, and pressed down on Urahara's shoulders with both hands.

"Zhu Zi, how about it? Bring your talent to me, Old Zheng!"

Chapter 140: Students Pay Respects to Captain Unohana

"Um, I'm honored that you think so highly of me, but I'm not even a squad member yet..."

"Hey! With your current abilities, you could just apply to graduate directly!"

Zheng Jing patted Urahara on the shoulder.

"You don't need to worry about supplies. Hueco Mundo is quite desolate, but it's not completely empty. Besides, we still have Hakiya to help us! We'll bring a batch of supplies when we go, and put them all into your Transcendental Gate research. In the meantime, I, Old Zheng, can also come back to Soul Society from time to time to pick up some more. Once your research is complete, it will be even more convenient in the future!"

"and--"

Zheng Jing leaned closer to Urahara and lowered his voice.

"Think about it, Hueco Mundo is vast and far-reaching. Whatever research you want to do there, all you have to do is tell me, Old Zheng. Whatever resources you need, whatever talent you require, I, Old Zheng, will go back to Soul Society and bring it back! Then, hehe..."

"The Ape Sutra!"

Yoruichi suddenly slapped Zheng Jing on the back.

"Don't talk nonsense. When did I ever say I would help you prepare supplies?"

As she spoke, she looked at Urahara and saw that there was a hint of attraction on his face. She then gave Urahara a light tap on the back of the head with her slightly aching palm.

"You too, don't be so easily lured in!"

"If I don't look for you, who else should I look for?"

Zheng Jing, who remained motionless, looked at Yoruichi with an air of matter-of-fact indifference.

"Do you think the old man will feel at ease if I ask someone else to help me prepare the supplies?"

"Hiss... Miss Yoruichi, I just felt that Senior Zheng Jing might really be short-handed..."

Urahara, who was covering the back of his head and gasping for breath, muttered something under his breath.

Yoruichi looked at the two of them and couldn't help but close her eyes and rub her temples.

She began to regret letting these two guys meet so early.

These two are truly birds of a feather when it comes to their love of pranks!

"However, this is indeed a big matter. Senior Zheng Jing, could you allow me some time to consider it before giving you an answer?"

Raising his face, Urahara looked at Zheng Jing with a sincere expression.

Zheng Jing grinned.

"Of course! There are still six months left, take your time to think about it!"

-

"—The judgment has been read aloud."

The following day, in the First Division's meeting room, in front of all the captains and vice-captains present, Sasakibe read aloud the verdict issued by the 46th Division.

"Zheng Jing, is there anything you still don't understand?"

After the sparrows retreated behind him, the old man looked at Zheng Jing and asked.

No! No!

Zheng Jing waved his hand with a grin.

"...I have instructed all the squads to do their best to assist you in establishing a special operations team in the next six months. You can ask me for people or resources."

"Grandpa, no need for you to worry about that! I'll handle the supplies with Hagiye! As for this person, I haven't found one yet, no rush! No rush!"

"Alright, Captain Sifeng Academy, please take good care of the supplies."

"Don't worry, I'll keep an eye on him."

"Um......"

The old man looked at Zheng Jing again.

"Zheng Jing".

“I’m listening! Please speak, sir.”

"...If you have no further questions, this meeting will now conclude."

He raised his head and looked at the captains and vice-captains.

"Gentlemen, meeting adjourned."

Even though it was in the First Division's meeting room, the first to leave after the meeting were the old man and the sagabe.

The first one to come to Zheng Jing's side was naturally Yoruichi.

She poked Zheng Jing's chest.

"You rascal, you're not even behaving properly during the captain's meeting. People who know you would think you're here to receive your title, but those who don't would think you're here for a New Year's greeting performance!"

"What? Do you expect me to wear a long face when I receive this honor?"

The two had only exchanged a few words when two figures walking together approached.

"Oh, it's great to see you so energetic, Brother Zheng Jing. Oh! Now, you should call me Captain Zheng Jing."

Chunshui smiled and waved to Zheng Jing and Ye Yi in greeting.

Beside him was, of course, Jushiro Ukitake.

The two vice-captains rushed back to handle team affairs as soon as the meeting ended, leaving the two of them behind: one who always liked to slack off and the other who could only slack off sometimes.

"Captain Zheng, please... don't hold a grudge against the teacher, there are some things..."

Compared to the cheerful Chunshui, Fuzhu seemed somewhat melancholy, looking at Zheng Jing with a hint of something he wanted to say but hesitated.

Upon hearing this, Zheng Jing turned his head slightly and scratched his ears and cheeks a few times.

How could he possibly harbor resentment towards the old man?

Rather, he felt somewhat guilty towards the old man.

Because he could clearly sense that the old man felt guilty towards him.

Well, this is... well...

"Don't worry, gentlemen, I, Old Zheng, have absolutely no grudge against the old man!"

Facing the gaze of Chunshui and Fuzhu, Zheng Jingzheng turned his face and patted his chest earnestly.

Upon hearing this, Chunshui and Fuzhu exchanged a glance.

"Haha! Fukutake, I knew Captain Zheng Jing was broad-minded."

Chunshui burst into laughter.

"I was definitely overthinking it."

Ukitake smiled and breathed a sigh of relief.

"Hey, such a great atmosphere, we should have gone for a drink together! But looking at this situation..."

Chunshui glanced back.

“We won’t stay long for now. We’ll find another opportunity later, okay? Captain Zheng Jing, Xiao Yeyi.”

"Of course, of course!"

"Then we'll take our leave now."

As he spoke, he pulled Fuzhu up and walked out of the meeting room.

As soon as he left, making room for him, two figures immediately filled the space.

"Hey, long time no see, kid."

Pingzi had a long face, clearly indicating that he didn't want to talk to Zheng Jing.

"Ah, isn't this Captain Hirako?"

Zheng Jing rushed over and grabbed Pingzi's shoulder.

Hirako's face showed that expression, but there was no sign of resistance.

"What, are you coming here, huh? To test my skills again?"

"You managed to fight your way back from Hueco Mundo all by yourself, so why should I take the exam?"

Hirako glanced sideways at him and said, "I came here to ask when you're planning to take Aizen away?"

"Old Lan."

Zheng Jing rolled his eyes.

"Well... it still depends on what Lao Lan thinks."

"Oh? He might actually have the idea of ​​not going with you?"

Hirako raised an eyebrow, as if he had heard something interesting.