Chapter 165
At today's banquet, everyone was exceptionally well-gathered.
Isshin Kurosaki and his wife, and his three children.
Orihime Inoue and her siblings, along with Ryūken Ishida and his family, were all present and accounted for.
On the Visored, only Lisa and Shinji Hirako shamelessly came over.
To Tokoyo Misao's surprise, Tessai Tsukabishi also brought two people with him, specifically to introduce them.
These two are the Soul King backups created by Kisuke Urahara: Ururu and Jinta Hanakari.
Originally, Tokoyo Misao thought that his arrival had caused many things to change.
Kisuke Urahara did not create the two children.
He curiously unfolded his Eternal Eyes and looked over.
The two children possess completely different powers.
Although both are based on human bodies, the Soul King was originally human.
Ururu fused the power of Hollow and Soul Reaper, as well as Soul King Fragment.
In comparison, Jinta only has Soul King Fragment, and nothing else.
"It'll probably take another two hours." As he spoke, Tokoyo Misao walked to the side, grabbed an apron, and tied it on.
"I didn't expect Misao to cook himself?" Tessai Tsukabishi was somewhat surprised.
This was the first time he had ever seen a nobleman cook by himself.
It's worth noting that even at Urahara Shop, the owner Kisuke Urahara, never cooks.
Tokoyo Misao smiled and said, "I can only cook a few simple dishes. Orihime and the others will help. There's a bar and entertainment area over there. You guys can rest first."
I had just turned around when I heard the sound of the door being pushed open.
Tokoyo Misao somewhat curious; all the people he had invited should have arrived by now.
"Oh, so you guys are preparing something delicious." Riruka arrived uninvited, accompanied by Yukio.
At that moment, she saw Tokoyo Misao wearing an apron, and her eyes immediately widened.
Wow! What a wonderful family man!
He can even cook, and he's handsome too. He can provide emotional support and also fill my stomach.
Whoever marries him will be so happy!
Pink bubbles were now appearing above her head.
Yukio nudged her twice with her elbow, a little impatient. "Don't block the door, move aside."
He walked towards the entertainment area on his own.
Riruka only then realized what was happening and hurriedly said, "Boss Misao, we'd like to eat with you too, is that alright?"
Tokoyo Misao replied with a smile, "No problem."
At that moment, a sound came from the second floor. Amidst the clattering footsteps, a black-haired woman dressed in gorgeous clothes descended the stairs. It was none other Rukia Kuchiki.
She was supposed to stay in Soul Society, but she received an invitation from Tokoyo Misao, who said he was treating everyone to a meal today.
She changed into the Kuchiki Clan's gorgeous attire, wearing Kenseikan and precious jewelry.
She walked down the stairs step by step, each step making a perfectly synchronized sound, and her snow-white figure immediately attracted everyone's attention.
"Who is this guy?" Riruka asked incredulously.
Orihime walked over, smiling as she explained, "She might very well become my master's wife, Rukia Kuchiki, the eldest daughter of the Kuchiki Clan family."
"What?" Riruka immediately perked up and examined the object even more closely.
A moment later, a smile played on her lips. "It's alright, the other party isn't that powerful."
Orihime Inoue tilted her head, completely bewildered by what this guy was saying, and pulled him up. "Riruka- chan, go and rest in the entertainment area first."
"Stop pushing me! Stop pushing me! I can walk by myself!" Riruka shouted, somewhat unwilling to be forced to leave.
Tokoyo Misao stepped forward, stood at the bottom of the steps, and stretched out his hand.
Rukia maintained her elegant smile, gently placing the slender white hand in the palm of the offered hand, then took the final step, landing in front of Tokoyo Misao.
She slightly raised her head, and her eyes seemed to sparkle like stars.
"You look beautiful today," Tokoyo Misao exclaimed sincerely.
Last time Rukia used her Bankai, Hakka no Togame, which even made Misao lose control and kiss her.
And today, Rukia in her finest attire, stirred something within him as well, if only there hadn't been so many people...
The next moment, Rukia stood on tiptoe, grabbed Tokoyo Misao's collar with both hands, and pulled him down sharply.
Then she leaned forward and gently touched Tokoyo Misao's lips before letting go.
"Go ahead and get busy, leave the guest-hosting to me."
It took Tokoyo Misao a while to react.
He had initially thought there were too many people and was worried that Rukia would be embarrassed, so he hadn't made a move yet, but unexpectedly, the other party made the first move.
After regaining his senses, he turned and went into the kitchen.
Kanae Katagiri, Inoue Orihime, and Masaki Kurosaki Orihime Inoue also came to the kitchen to help.
Rukia, on the other hand, acted like the lady of the house, chatting and exchanging pleasantries with Tessai at the bar every now and then.
A little while later, we went to the play area to get more snacks for the children who were playing.
Even Riruka couldn't help but admire him. "Only someone like him deserves to be called Boss Misao. How despicable!"
Yukio chimed in, "So if you really like handsome guys, why not improve your inner qualities? Who would like someone who's always so clumsy and impulsive?"
Upon hearing this, Riruka's forehead veins bulged instantly. She turned around, reached out, grabbed Yukio's face, and began to rub it vigorously. "I like it this way! Humph!"
Soon, the aroma of food wafted out.
Not long after, Tokoyo Misao shouted, "Come to the backyard, you can take your seats now."
At this moment, two rectangular tables were set up in the backyard, on which various kinds of food were placed.
Tokoyo Misao brought the dishes to the table with both hands and said, "There are quite a lot of people, so we've set up a self-service system. The plates are over there; please help yourself to what you want."
"Is this Chinese food?" Ichigo Kurosaki, seeing the dishes that the Boss Misao, had brought out.
Mapo tofu, scrambled eggs with tomatoes.
Tokoyo Misao smiled and said, "Since the Mid-Autumn Festival is coming soon, I'm making some simple Chinese dishes."
They also have sushi and many other Japanese dishes over there; just take what you like.
As diners looked at the dazzling array of tempura, fried food, sushi, Chinese cuisine, and Japanese food, they couldn't help but swallow their saliva, picking up plates and starting to eat, enjoying the delicious food.
At this moment, Rukia simply took a piece of fruit and stood at the edge of the venue.
Her eyes constantly scanned all the guests present. Whenever she noticed someone who wanted to eat something but hesitated or didn't know what to pick, she would immediately go up to them, help them pick food, or recommend dishes that were worth trying.
Not long after, the people in the kitchen came out, and Tokoyo Misao went to the backyard.
He took out champagne, poured a glass for everyone, and then raised his glass. "Cheers!"
"Cheers!"
The sky was overcast, and silvery-white snowflakes kept falling.
The shopping street was as bustling as ever, with pedestrians wearing thick clothes.
The young girls were still wearing short skirts, seemingly unfazed by the biting cold wind.
At that moment, at the entrance of the Chamber of Commerce, Kisuke Urahara looked up at the sky and exhaled a wisp of white breath.
"Did the first snow of the year come a little early?"
His sighing expression and melancholy eyes seemed to indicate that he was worried about the impending war.
Standing next to him, Tokoyo Misao curled his lip. "Don't be ridiculous, autumn has long passed, and today's snow is no different from the time of year."
Is admitting defeat really that difficult?
He ruthlessly exposed the guy next to him who was pretending to be sentimental.
Kisuke Urahara raised his right hand and placed it behind his head, laughing somewhat awkwardly, "Haha, you can't blame me for this."
According to calculations, the Hōgyoku should have been fully fused a month ago.
As for why Aizen didn't attack Karakura Town, I'm also puzzled. He couldn't very well send someone to Hueco Mundo to scout, could he?"
To be honest, there are now voices saying this in Soul Society.
They plan to form Hueco Mundo exploration team to see what Aizen is up to.
After all, ever since the other side left Soul Society, they had been actively preparing for battle, and their nerves had been constantly on edge.
The red alert in Seireitei remains in effect, with all Soul Reaper soldiers on high-intensity patrols and taking turns resting.
Two or three months was fine, but after more than half a year, not to mention ordinary Soul Reapers, even the captains have started to become lax.
No one can stay vigilant forever.
This situation was naturally also included in the discussion.
At the captains' meeting, Shunsui Kyōraku pointed out that things couldn't continue like this, and they needed to find a way to investigate the situation in Hueco Mundo.
After two discussions, no feasible solution was found.
After all, the Hueco Mundo exploration team must not send people who are too weak.
Who knows just how many powerful Hollows Aizen has gathered on his side?
However, if Captain-level is sent deep into Hueco Mundo and is Hueco Mundo, it would be a significant blow to Soul Society.
The current situation is that neither advancing nor retreating is an option.
Not to mention Kisuke Urahara, even Tokoyo Misao was surprised.
Logically speaking, given Aizen's temperament, even knowing there were traps in Karakura Town, he should have forced his way in. But the sudden halt makes me feel like something is amiss.
He frowned in thought, but no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't figure out Aizen's true intentions.
Kisuke Urahara whispered at that moment, "Could it be that Aizen has discovered our plan?"
Tokoyo Misao shook his head. "Our little tricks made no difference to him."
"That's true. We've just moved the battlefield from the World of the Living to the Soul Society."
"For Aizen, as long as he defeats the Gotei 13 -on, the Rukongai will actually have higher quality Reishi and stronger Reiatsu, making it easier to create the Ōken." Kisuke Urahara sighed again.
The strange little gadgets he placed in Hueco Mundo for surveillance couldn't transmit any images back.
He knew perfectly well that these tools had long been discovered and removed.
Just like those exhausted Soul Reaper patrolling the Soul Society.
Similarly, Kisuke Urahara and the others had been in a state of tension the whole time, and it was inevitable that they would feel tired after such a long period of time.
This kind of knife hanging over one's head is the most annoying.
Because you never know when it will fall, you can only stay on high alert.
Kisuke Urahara said thoughtfully, "Do you know, Boss Misao, the Shinigami Research and Development Institute, while researching your cells, blew up two research institutes."
Tokoyo Misao's expression remained unchanged.
Even when he went to Mayuri Kurotsuchi to make the restraint device, he knew that the other party would definitely have some underhanded dealings, so he naturally acquiesced to it.
They also thought that if Mayuri Kurotsuchi could find a solution to the problem by studying blood and muscle cells, that would be the best outcome.
Unfortunately, even with Kisuke Urahara's help, neither of the two smartest people he knew in Soul Society could break through this power.
Overall, I'm still somewhat disappointed.
He did not respond to Kisuke Urahara's words; his mind was now repeatedly comparing the future he remembered from his previous life.
If this continues, it won't be long before the Quincy take the stage.