A Soul-Shaking Battle to the Death in Muken (Continued)

He knelt on one knee and quickly reported, "Captain-Commander Yamamoto appoints Tōshirō Hitsugaya, the Third Seat of the Tenth Division, as the acting captain of the Ninth Division."

"Tōshirō? That's really impressive. Congratulations, Captain Tokoyo." Unohana, who had just finished the battle, had a bright smile on her face. She looked refreshed and even her skin seemed smoother.

Soi Fon couldn't help but nod.

Tōshirō Hitsugaya had already demonstrated his Bankai at Sōkyoku Hill.

Although he was defeated by Aizen at the time, the power of Hyōrinmaru that Aizen later imitated and used was extremely powerful, almost controlling the celestial phenomena of the entire Soul Society.

Tōshirō could probably do that too; he has the ability to be a captain.

These are special times, and the Gotei 13 is missing three captains, so they definitely need to be replaced.

But when she looked up, she saw Tokoyo Misao looking unwilling.

"What's wrong? A subordinate getting promoted should be a good thing, right? Are you trying to stop it?"

Even though she hoped the vice-captain could take charge on his own, that fat Ōmaeda was just too useless!

Tokoyo Misao gritted his teeth and said, "Tōshirō was a candidate for captain of the Tenth Division that I was training. How could that Old Man Yamamoto send him to the Ninth Division?"

What a joke! Without Tōshirō's help, how could Rangiku possibly manage the Tenth Division on her own?!

"No, I have to protest." With that, he immediately used Shunpo and rushed towards the First Division.

Soi Fon murmured incredulously:

"Why are all the team affairs handled by the vice-captain and the Third Seat? Doesn't the captain do anything?"

Suddenly, she felt a gentle force on her back.

Soi Fon felt a chill run through her body and immediately jumped back. When she looked back, she realized that it was Unohana who had patted her on the back.

I didn't expect my reaction to be so strong.

She looked at Unohana's smiling face again, and couldn't help but compare it to the crazed look she had during the battle in the Muken. They didn't seem like the same person at all.

"Captain Unohana, I won't say a word." Soi Fon swallowed hard.

She thought Unohana was trying to warn her not to reveal what happened inside the Muken.

Unexpectedly, Unohana maintained her bright smile, "What are you saying, Captain Soi Fon? I don't mind at all. Just like I said in Muken, it doesn't matter if one or two more people are fighting."

After she finished speaking, she walked away with a smile.

For a thousand-year- Soul Reaper like her, many things were no longer important, and she didn't care if rumors spread in Soul Society the next day.

The important thing is that her battle with Tokoyo Misao was genuinely enjoyable, and that's enough.

Soi Fon stared at Unohana's departing figure, her mind in turmoil. She gritted her teeth and rushed back to the Second Division.

Tenth Division Barracks.

Bang! The sound of a hand slamming on the table echoed.

Tokoyo Misao cursed, "That old bastard Yamamoto actually transferred away my most trusted subordinate! What is he trying to do? Divide my forces and weaken the Tenth Division!"

Rangiku Matsumoto smiled broadly, "Captain, don't worry, I'll do my best to handle team affairs."

The reason she was so proactive was that after Tokoyo Misao went to the First Division to talk to Captain-Commander Yamamoto about Tōshirō, she brought back good news.

Her gaze involuntarily fell on the face of Gin Ichimaru, whose hands were handcuffed with special shackles.

At this moment, Gin Ichimaru looked helpless.

Because there were stacks of documents on his desk.

"Um, Captain Tokoyo, I'm a traitor to Soul Society. Is it really appropriate for me to handle the Tenth Division's documents?"

Tokoyo Misao waved his hand. "It doesn't matter. Anyway, you're currently handcuffed by the special torture device developed by Mayuri Kurotsuchi, so you can't gather your Reiatsu at all. At most, you're only as strong as an ordinary squad member."

Since that old man transferred away my capable subordinate, he must have to pay a price.

Moreover, Rangiku will work harder because you're here.

"Yes, Captain, I will definitely work hard." Rangiku Matsumoto's smile at this moment was truly like a blooming chrysanthemum, radiant and dazzling.

Seeing this, Gin Ichimaru couldn't help but smile warmly, not even realizing that seeing Rangiku Matsumoto's smile up close was what he truly desired.

Tokoyo Misao stood up. "In short, I'll leave the team's affairs to the two of you."

Also, before I brought you here, I gave Old Man Yamamoto a military order.

If you do anything rebellious, I will personally rip your heart out.

As he spoke, he displayed his blood-red right hand.

Gin Ichimaru knows better than anyone just how strong this hand is.

That's when I was pulled out of the Negación by those bloody hands.

He couldn't help but speak softly, "That's really scary. But if you're not comfortable with that, wouldn't it be better to lock me up in jail?"

Tokoyo Misao narrowed his eyes. "By the way, Rangiku will be held responsible, so don't do anything reckless, or I'll personally execute Rangiku myself."

Upon hearing that Rangiku would also be executed, Gin Ichimaru stopped joking around and became serious.

He opened his eyes, which had been squinting, revealing deep blue pupils, and quickly scanned the documents on the table, continuously offering his comments and corrections.

After writing each page, he would hand it to Rangiku Matsumoto across from him, who would then check it and stamp it with the captain's seal.

The two worked together seamlessly, handling tasks quickly and smoothly.

Tokoyo Misao nodded in satisfaction and pushed open the door.

When he arrived at the backyard, he had already composed himself and approached the group of World of the Living humans who were being entertained by Senna with a smile.

"Master--" Orihime Inoue immediately stood up, looking like she was in a hurry to say something, but she was interrupted before she could finish speaking.

Tokoyo Misao replied with a smile, "No, the holiday is over, I have to go back to school."

Orihime Inoue pouted. "Master, this is a matter of great importance concerning the Three Worlds. It's very possible that the Three Worlds will collapse and the world will be destroyed!"

The streets, the schools, everything will disappear. How can I go back to school then?

As she spoke, she stepped forward, grabbed Tokoyo Misao's arm, raised her head, her large eyes sparkling, and spoke earnestly.

"Master, you know, I've always wanted to be a hero who saves the world since I was little."

She definitely didn't want to save the world because she didn't want to go to school.

She doesn't dislike math, physics, chemistry, or anything like that; she just can't help it.

Nothing beats saving the world when it comes to studying!

Thump! Tokoyo Misao tapped Orihime Inoue's forehead with his knuckles:

"Go back to school, no questions asked. If the sky falls, there are tall people to hold it up. As long as your master is still alive, it's not your place to save the world."

Orihime Inoue said somewhat aggrievedly, "But wasn't Kurosaki-kun also actively preparing for the battle under Captain-Commander Yamamoto's tutelage? Why can he do it, but I can't?"

"Because I am your master, I will protect you. Is there a problem?" Tokoyo Misao said calmly.

Upon hearing this, Orihime Inoue stopped her coquettish act. "Alright, I'll head back now. But Master, Sado and Ishida also want to get stronger."

She let go of his hand, ran behind the two classmates, and pushed them both in front of Tokoyo Misao.

Uryū Ishida was very familiar with Tokoyo Misao, having frequented Tokoyo's shops since childhood and seen him many times.

But this was the first time he had faced Tokoyo Misao, the team leader.

He always seemed completely different from the Boss Misao always had a gentle smile.

As for Yasutora Sado, although he had become classmates and friends with Ichigo Kurosaki and Orihime Inoue in junior high school and joined their small circle, he knew of the existence of Tokoyo Misao.

But this was the first time I'd seen it since arriving in Soul Society.

The two men took a deep breath, bowed simultaneously, and said very respectfully, "Boss Misao, we're counting on you."

Tokoyo Misao first said to Uryū Ishida, "I should have told you this before. You should go to your grandfather or your father to learn about the training methods and inheritance of Quincy."

All I can teach you is how to manipulate Reishi, which you are already quite proficient at.

As for why you feel weak, it's very simple.

Because your grandfather didn't teach you all the Quincy he knew.

I shouldn't interfere in your family affairs.

After listening, Uryū Ishida nodded seriously. "I understand, Boss Misao."

His grandfather is still alive and is very good to him.

Furthermore, Uryū could understand why his grandfather hadn't passed on the Quincy legacy completely to him, since he had a father above him.

His father, Ryūken Ishida, did not approve of him learning Quincy abilities.

This point also puzzled Uryū Ishida.

The Ishida Family is now a harmonious and happy household.

Ryūken Ishida is very close to his mother and grandfather. Uryū also deeply admires and looks up to his father, who is considered the strongest Quincy by his grandfather. He has even started to study medicine on his own, hoping to become his father's successor.

He just couldn't understand why his father would agree to anything.

The other party will vehemently deny the idea of becoming Quincy and learning the inheritance.

Uryū Ishida also understood that this was indeed his family matter.

He must have a good talk with his father when he gets back this time.

Tokoyo Misao looked at Yasutora Sado and said with a smile, "As for your situation, I have some leads. But aren't you going back to class?"

Yasutora Sado was taken aback for a moment, then quickly said, "I will make sure my grades don't fall behind."

"And since Ichigo is going to fight, I must be by his side; that is my vow."

Yasutora Sado couldn't help but recall the promise he made to Ichigo Kurosaki.

His fists will fight to protect Ichigo.

Therefore, this time, neither the so-called collapse of the Three Worlds nor the global crisis matters.

If Ichigo goes into battle, he might be in great danger, so he must fight to protect Ichigo.

Tokoyo Misao sighed, "To be honest, I still believe your primary responsibility is to study, but I know about your situation, so you can stay here for the time being."

"Thank you Boss Misao." Yasutora Sado bowed in thanks.

"Alright, you two hurry back and study hard, especially you, Orihime. It won't be long before I'm stationed in the World of the Living to prevent Aizen from making a move in Hueco Mundo Aizen beforehand."

I'll be looking at your grades then.

If you get good grades, your master can grant you one request.

But if the results are not good—"Tokoyo Misao clenched his right fist and showed it; his smile already gave the answer.

Orihime Inoue immediately straightened her back and replied with great enthusiasm, "Yes, Master."

After seeing off his disciple and Uryū Ishida, Tokoyo Misao Morishimasa, along with Yasutora Sado, made several turns and eventually found Kenpachi Zaraki and Yachiru in a very strange dead end in Seireitei.

"Zaraki, do you know how long I've waited for you in the Muken?" Tokoyo Misao sighed helplessly.

"Misa-chan!" Yachiru waved and greeted him happily.

She was extremely excited, and this excitement was also reflected in Kenpachi Zaraki, who immediately drew his sword. "Why don't we just fight right here?"

"Don't you want to master that power anymore?" Tokoyo Misao asked, tilting his head. "If you don't want to, that's fine too."

Kenpachi Zaraki frowned.

He truly didn't know what power he still possessed.

Even now, he doesn't remember exactly how strong he was when he was a child.

At this moment, Yachiru burst into laughter and said, "Misa-chan, your Ken-chan is really, really strong!"

"I know you won't be sad?" Tokoyo Misao asked tentatively.

He knew that if Kenpachi Zaraki regained his power, Yachiru Zanpakuto, would return to Kenpachi Zaraki's body and would no longer be able to maintain its normal form.

Of course, this does not mean that Yachiru is dead or has disappeared.

Just like the Tokoyo Misao Tosesato belt around his waist, he has always been there.

Unless it achieves what Aizen in his later years, directly fusing with his Zanpakuto Kyōka Suigetsu, it will not truly disappear.