Reunited After a Long Separation

Suddenly, a Senkaimon appeared in a corner of Soul Society. A young man stepped out, looked around, exhaled a breath of stale air, and slowly said, "Soul Society, I've returned..."

It was Ye Yang had just returned to Soul Society. He was very familiar with every blade of grass and every tree around him, and he couldn't help but feel a sense of emotion. The azure sky had not changed, and nothing had changed.

Ye Yang did not conceal his Spiritual Pressure; he was proclaiming to the entire Soul Society: I, Ye Yang Shihoin, have returned!

At that moment, Yamamoto, who had been resting with his eyes closed, suddenly opened them, a glint of light flashing in his eyes. His two disciples were also there. Ukitake exclaimed in surprise, "This Spiritual Pressure... it feels so familiar!"

A glint of shrewdness flashed in Shunsui's languid eyes as she slowly said, "It's him who's back, isn't it? It feels so familiar. Fifty years have passed; I wonder how far he's come..."

"Fifty years? Could it be him?" Ukitake asked, but he already knew the answer in his heart.

Shunsui nodded slowly and asked, "Old Man Yama, what do you think?"

Yamamoto closed his eyes again: "Let's wait and see," and then said nothing more.

Shunsui smiled bitterly, wondering what kind of storm this time would bring...

Fifth Division, a silver-haired youth was leisurely drinking tea. Opposite him sat a gentle-looking man wearing glasses; it was none other than Gin Ichimaru and Aizen.

Gin has now become the Third Division Captain. He achieved this position in less than fifty years, which is truly a testament to his genius.

Silver's narrowed eyes suddenly opened slightly, revealing a pair of indigo eyes, as cold as a venomous snake. Every prey he targeted would feel a chill run down its spine. "Captain Aizen, this Spiritual Pressure... it seems like someone we know is here," he said in fluent Kansai dialect, his eyes revealing a dangerous aura.

Aizen's usually calm eyes flashed as he said, "Yes, I didn't expect him to return at this time. There's no trace of him in Hueco Mundo. Where do you think he could be, Gin?"

"Oh dear, Captain Aizen, why ask questions you already know the answer to?" Gin's eyes, which had flashed briefly, closed again, as if they had never been there.

"Interesting. Those old guys are about to make their move, aren't they?" Aizen adjusted his non-prescription glasses, speaking not as a question but as a statement.

"I think so..."

Meanwhile, inside the Second Division, Soi Fon was processing some documents in the captain's room when suddenly her shoulders trembled uncontrollably, and she murmured to herself, "Is it you who's back...?"

Then it abruptly disappeared, leaving the room instantly empty except for a pile of unprocessed documents.

Looking at the Soul Society he hadn't seen for so long, Ye Yang realized that after fifty years, he had finally returned to this place. With a thought, Ye Yang felt a familiar Spiritual Pressure rushing towards him.

Turning back, she saw that familiar figure, only this time she was wearing a white Captain's Haori. She had fulfilled his promise; she had become the captain of the Second Division.

Since Ye Yang left, the once adorable Soi Fon seems to have become a different person; she has become cold and indifferent. No one can get into her heart, much to the dismay of Shunsui and Kaien.

She began to numb herself with work, working tirelessly every day and improving her skills. Gradually, her personality was recognized by the outside world, and they had all forgotten about the girl she once was.

Soi Fon was already quite talented, and with her relentless efforts, she finally mastered Bankai ten years ago and became the Second Division Captain, living up to Ye Yang's expectations. Moreover, all the doubts disappeared after she took office, and she was meticulous in her work with the team members, leaving no room for criticism.

But who still remembers that girl's innocent smile? -- Shunsui Kyōraku

The two looked at each other, unsure how to begin. Finally Ye Yang sighed softly, all his unspoken words condensing into one sentence. "You've lost weight..."

Soi Fon could no longer hold back her tears. She appeared before Ye Yang a Shunpo, then nestled into his arms, savoring the familiar scent...

In that instant, Soi Fon's usual image vanished completely. The person who had supported her for so many years was right in front of her. How many times had she dreamed of meeting him? In his presence, she would always be that pure and kind girl, not the cold and indifferent Second Division Captain, Punishment Force Commander, and Stealth Force Commander-in-Chief.

Within the squad and Punishment Force, she had to appear assertive, but here, to hell with captain, to hell with commander, to hell with assertiveness—she couldn't pretend anymore; she just wanted to feel his presence.

"Brother Ye Yang..." Soi Fon's voice trembled slightly with tears.

Ye Yang stroked her head and comforted her, "Don't cry, I'm back now, I won't leave you again."

"Why did you leave without saying goodbye? Why did you abandon me like Lady Yoruichi did? Why didn't you take me with you? I'm willing to go anywhere with you," Soi Fon, tears streaming down her face.

As Ye Yang wiped away her tears, he said softly, "I had no choice but to leave. Fifty years have passed. Didn't I say I would come back in fifty years? And now I'm back, aren't I?"

Soi Fon finally calmed down, but still nestled in Ye Yang's arms, enjoying the tenderness...

But there's always someone who disrupts this harmonious scene. Suddenly, a group of Shinigami dressed in black ninja suits appeared and surrounded them.

Soi Fon immediately broke free from Ye Yang's embrace, a shy blush rising on her face, making her appear even more charming and alluring.

She looked at the people around her and said, "Which squad are you from? Don't you know I'm the commander-in-chief? Do you know what crime it is to act without my orders!" After all, she had been a captain and commander for ten years, and her tone was full of the air of a superior. It was just a simple questioning.

One of the team members stepped forward and knelt on one knee. "Reporting to the Commander-in-Chief, I am the captain of Punishment Force Fifth Squad. Please forgive us; we had no intention of offending you."

Soi Fon angrily retorted, "Then what do you mean by this?"

"We received orders from Central 46 to arrest this man," he said, pointing at Ye Yang.

"Him?" Soi Fon pointed at Ye Yang beside her. "Do you know who he is?"

"Sorry, this wasn't mentioned on the document."

"He was the vice-captain of our Second Division before! He just returned from the Expeditionary Force, and he's done nothing wrong. He should be rewarded and promoted, right? You're not mistaken, are you?"

"Commander-in-Chief, you are absolutely right. This is an order from the Central 46, and we can only follow it." Punishment Force considers obeying orders his duty, so his statement is understandable.

Soi Fon was about to say something when Ye Yang stopped her, "Don't make things difficult for him. I'll go with you, but could I know what charges the Central 46 has brought against me?"

"We don't know either." He then took out shackles used to restrain prisoners. These shackles were made of Seki Seki Stone and could seal Spiritual Pressure to prevent prisoners from escaping.

"Wait a minute," Ye Yang suddenly said.

"What's wrong?"

"I can go with you, it's my choice, but I won't take this..." Ye Yang said slowly. He was joking, even though this thing was useless to him, it was an insult, and Ye Yang would never take it.

"This... is against the rules," Punishment Force said, looking troubled.

Ye Yang smiled slightly, "I'm afraid you don't know my other identity. My name is Ye Yang Shihoin! I am the current head of the Shihoin Clan. Unless His Majesty the Soul King comes in person, the Central 46 do not have the authority to imprison me. Do you understand?"

"What!" Punishment Force and his men were stunned. The young man in front of them was actually the head of the Shihoin Clan, one of the four Shihoin Clan Four Great Noble Clans. Before Soi Fon took over as commander-in-chief, Punishment Force had been the personal guards of the Shihoin Clan. Wasn't the last head of the Shihouin family supposed to have disappeared? Now he was standing right in front of them. How could they not be surprised? They looked at Soi Fon questioningly, wanting to get an answer from her. Soi Fon just nodded slightly and didn't say anything.

A group of people immediately knelt on one knee and addressed Ye Yang: "Greetings, Patriarch!"

Although their current commander-in-chief is Soi Fon, they all have their hearts set on the Shihoin Clan. However, the Shihoin Clan has begun to decline, with only an acting head of the family and no real masters in charge.

If it weren't for the appearance of Byakuya Kuchiki, the new head of the Kuchiki Clan, the head of the Four Great Noble Clans, declaring that the Shihoin Clan would always be their ally, the decline of the Shihoin Clan would have been slowed down. Even so, if the Shihoin Clan doesn't produce a head who can keep them in check, they will be reduced to a state like the Shihoin Clan Shiba Clan within fifty years at most.

Faced with this situation, they had no choice but to pledge allegiance to Soi Fon. However, if a true head of the Shihoin Clan were to emerge, they would undoubtedly submit without hesitation. Soi Fon understood this situation, but she hadn't paid much attention to it. In any case, whether Ye Yang returned or Yoruichi returned, she would definitely follow them.

"May I ask who the patriarch is...?"

"I am the younger brother of the former head of the family Yoruichi Shihōin. I went to Hueco Mundo Expeditionary Force right after taking over as head of the family, and I have only just returned now," Ye Yang said slowly.

"Great, finally someone's back to take charge," Punishment Force said, his voice trembling slightly.

"Alright, I understand. Let's go to Central 46 first," Ye Yang said.

"Then you'd better be careful."

Ye Yang turned to look at Soi Fon, who hadn't spoken yet. "Shaoling, go back to the Second Division and wait for me. I'll be back soon."

"But..." Soi Fon said worriedly, "Why did the Central 46 want to arrest you?"

"Who knows? Maybe they're asking why my Spiritual Pressure disappeared in Hueco Mundo. Anyway, it's nothing important. Don't worry about it, I'll be back soon."

Soi Fon finally nodded and said, "Okay, you go first." She also thought that was the reason.

Ye Yang then followed Punishment Force, heading towards Central 46. Ye Yang thought to himself, "I hope you don't do anything out of line, otherwise..."