Vacation Begins

The next day, Ye Yang arrived at the Shin'ō as usual. After the training was over, Renji stayed behind alone, and Ye Yang also stayed behind. Presumably, he had also found his answer.

Renji picked up the wooden sword from the ground and said to Ye Yang, "Teacher Ye Yang, I thought about what you said yesterday for a long time. I'm sorry I didn't understand its meaning yet, but I don't feel guilty because I think what I said was also correct!"

Ye Yang sighed softly; as expected, he had still chosen this option...

"Protection! That's what I want. My Kendo exists for protection, not just for Rukia. There are many other important things that I need to protect! So please forgive me for not understanding what you mean," Renji said, holding up his wooden sword heavily, his eyes filled with determination.

"You don't need to apologize. Everyone has their own path to walk. Only what suits you is the best. Everyone has different ideas. It was wrong of me to try to impose my ideas on you. Since you have already found your own way of the Kendo, Renji, let me see your Kendo!" Ye Yang picked up the wooden sword, assumed a stance, and waited for Renji's attack.

The outcome of their fight was obvious: Renji was lying on the ground once again. However, this time was different from before, because Renji lying on the ground!

Ye Yang did indeed feel it. Although his Zanjutsu was still so immature, his heart was no longer confused. With this unwavering heart, Renji's path would go further and further.

Renji lay on the ground, muttering, "If only I had a sword big enough..." Even though Renji's voice was soft, Ye Yang still heard it. He recalled the Zabimaru he had seen in his previous life, which was considered a huge Zanpakuto...

Ye Yang got up to leave, but Renji stopped him. "Teacher, thank you!"

This time, Renji directly called him "teacher," which made a fundamental difference. Although Ye Yang had said he couldn't take him as a disciple, Ye Yang had taught him far more than just a little. It was perfectly appropriate for him to call him "teacher."

Ye Yang was also helpless about this; he couldn't very well refuse. He couldn't control how Ye Yang addressed him; Ye Yang simply wanted to call him that, and there was nothing Ye Yang could do about it.

Ye Yang simply waved and left. His address of "teacher" had indeed sparked Ye Yang's interest in taking on a disciple, and he already had a good candidate in mind: Hinamori Momo Hinamori brother Tōshirō Hitsugaya.

He was hailed as a genius, a once-in-a-century talent in the Soul Society. He graduated from the Shin'ō in just one year, and became a captain in just over a decade, making him the youngest captain in history.

He's still in Rukongai, so how could Ye Yang let such a genius youth go? However, this matter can't be rushed; it wouldn't be good if he developed a dislike for him.

For a while afterward, the days were the same. During the day, Ye Yang would go to the Shin'ō Academy for instruction, then teach Renji after school, and then go to the Second Division to check on Soi Fon.

Ye Yang's relationship with Soi Fon is getting better and better. At least Soi Fon isn't as shy as she used to be. Their relationship has long been public knowledge. The veteran members naturally have an "I knew it" look on their faces, while the newly recruited Shinigami are quite surprised. Soi Fon, known as the ice-cold beauty, has actually become Ye Yang's girlfriend, which has broken many people's hearts.

Of course, this also attracted a lot of gossip. For example, the Women's Association is a troublesome association, and the level of gossip it generates is incredibly troublesome. Ye Yang even regretted agreeing to answer their questions.

They haven't interviewed Ye Yang yet. According to Rangiku, they are going to conduct a special interview with Ye Yang. When Ye Yang heard that, he almost vomited blood. Just how terrifying is the Women's Association?

Time flies, and the holiday is just around the corner. This time, the holiday will last a full month. The Mao Shin'ō has two long holidays in total: one is the New Year holiday, which lasts for two months, and the other is this one, which lasts for a month. Those who need to go home can go home, and those who need to do what they need to do can do it. In addition, the Shin'ō implements a system of one day off per week, which can be said to be very lenient.

After the last class of the semester, Ye Yang gathered them all together. At this point, only twenty-seven students remained in the class. The rest had been eliminated and transferred to Class Two or other classes. To be honest, Ye Yang was surprised that so many people were left. He had thought that it would be good if there were more than ten left.

"Students, as you probably know, this is the last class of the semester. You'll be having a month-long vacation soon!" Ye Yang said.

A cheer erupted immediately. Under Ye Yang's training, they had practically had no time to rest. Now, with a month's respite, how could they not cheer with joy?

"However," Ye Yang the subject, immediately silencing them. He had built a very authoritative image in their minds during this time, "You mustn't just focus on playing and forget about your cultivation. I'll be checking up on you when you come back from the holidays. Of course, I don't expect you to make any further progress, but at least you can't regress, understand?"

"Understood!" The voice boomed. With a little practice during the holiday, I shouldn't have regressed. It's good to relax a bit, but of course, not too much.

"Alright, everyone, please be careful during the holiday. I hope you'll all be able to sit here safely when you come back. Okay, everyone, you can all go now!" After saying that, Ye Yang turned and left.

The students gradually left; the noble children returned to their families, and the students of Rukongai also went home. After all, most people in Rukongai have their own families, and it's only natural to go home to visit them.

Renji was the only Renji left at the school, because all his companions had disappeared, he had no relatives, and he came from the District 78 of Rukongai, an environment he never wanted to return to. He now had only Renji belief: to become stronger, and only by becoming stronger could he protect the people he wanted to protect.

Rukia now belongs to the Kuchiki Clan, the head of the Four Great Noble Clans. I must use my strength to rise above her and stand on the same level as her! Only in this way can I be qualified to stand by her side.

Actually Rukia came to see him after that day, but the number of times decreased. At Renji, Renji didn't know why. It was only when Byakuya came to talk to him that he realized Rukia was now a noblewoman, and the difference in their status was too great. He felt that it would be beneath her dignity to play with a commoner like him. Renji to stay away from Rukia in the future.

Renji didn't say a word at the time. He forcibly suppressed his anger. So what if you're a noble? I will surpass you one day! Renji secretly vowed in his heart.

Rukia never came again after that, while Renji trained even harder, leaving Ye Yang somewhat puzzled. However, the saying "diligence can make up for lack of talent" is truly accurate; his overall strength is now firmly in first place. As for his grades, Kidō has always been his Achilles' heel...

After leaving the Shin'ō, Ye Yang naturally went to the Second Division. However, strangely, Soi Fon was not in the captain's office. Ye Yang approached Soi Fon's desk and saw a small stack of unread documents, so he began to review them for her.

About half an hour later, Soi Fon returned. Ye Yang asked, "Why did it take you so long to get back?"

Soi Fon, looking somewhat unwell, said, "It's nothing, I just went out for a stroll. Brother Ye Yang, when did you arrive?"

"It's been half an hour, hasn't it? Shin'ō had a day off today, so he came back early. Didn't expect that, did you?" Ye Yang suddenly asked out of the blue.

"Huh?" Soi Fon exclaimed in surprise.

Ye Yang leaned closer to Soi Fon: "Lying isn't a good habit, you know, Shaoling? You're really bad at lying, don't you know that?"

Soi Fon asked in a panic, "Huh? Why?"

"Because your expression was very unnatural when you lied, and you even confessed to it..."

Soi Fon and lowered her head, saying, "I'm sorry, but they told me not to say it."

Ye Yang pulled Soi Fon close to his petite body. He couldn't get enough of her softness and could hug her countless times. He whispered, "Shaoling, it's just the two of us here. Tell me quietly, and I won't tell anyone it was you who told me, right?"

Soi Fon felt a warm breeze on her ear and whispered, "No... they told me not to tell you, so don't ask. You'll find out soon enough anyway."

"You won't let me know? So it's about me? Let me guess." Ye Yang's lips curled up slightly. "Shaoling, did you go to the Kuchiki Manor?"

"Huh? How did you know? Oh..." Soi Fon quickly covered her mouth, inwardly scolding herself for being so flustered. Why was she always so calm when she was with him...?

Ye Yang smiled and said, "Isn't that simple? The smell of alcohol on you is too strong, and it's the Kuchiki Clan's specialty cherry blossom brew. Judging from the aroma, it should be over ten years old. And only the Kuchiki Clan can produce cherry blossom brew."

"I also know that you didn't go to the Kuchiki Clan to see Byakuya or Hisana, otherwise there would be no need to hide it from me. This is strange. I know you don't drink, so it must be that someone next to you was drinking, which is why you smell of alcohol on you," Ye Yang said thoughtfully.

"It's Rangiku, isn't it?" Ye Yang suddenly said.

Looking into Ye Yang's clear eyes, Soi Fon knew she couldn't hide it anymore, so she said, "Brother Ye Yang, it's those people from the Women's Association. They asked me to go to a meeting today."

"Women's Association? Why are they having a meeting at the Kuchiki Mansion? Could it be..." Ye Yang asked doubtfully.

Soi Fon lowered her head and said, "The meeting is being held at the Kuchiki residence, but in a very secluded room. It's all because Rangiku wants to try the Kuchiki Clan's cherry blossom wine..."

Ye Yang was surprised. "At the Kuchiki residence? You guys are really bold. Didn't Byakuya notice? Knowing his personality, would he let you do such nonsense?"