Liu Ziyun's Harem Dream Laid Bare (1)

In the Underground Space, Liu Ziyun painstakingly finished treating himself and dragged his exhausted body back to the Fourth Division Barracks. He originally wanted to go find Isane Kotetsu immediately, but after searching around, he couldn't find her. He wanted to go to the Captain's Office, but he didn't dare—after all, he had just been hacked to pieces by Unohana; going to the Captain's Office now would be like walking into a trap.

In the end, he could only return to his dormitory dejectedly, lie on his bed, and stare blankly at the ceiling.

[What's wrong with Xiao Lielie? Jealousy doesn't have to be this bad, does it?] He was filled with doubt. [Besides, the object of her jealousy should be Isane, why is she attacking me? Shouldn't she be attacking Isane?]

He rolled over, continuing to think: [Could it be... that she's telling me in this way that she's the rightful wife and I'm not allowed to mess with anyone else?]

Thinking of this, a smile unconsciously crept onto his lips: [If that's the case... then it's quite cute, isn't it?]

He closed his eyes, a silly smile on his lips, and fell into a deep sleep.

Meanwhile, Retsu Unohana was walking back to the Captain's Office. Moonlight shone on her, casting a long shadow. A faint smile played on her lips.

[Suddenly, I feel incredibly happy.] She thought to herself, [Is it because of Chopping Liu Ziyun? Or because of seeing his disheveled state?]

She carefully recalled the scene from just now— Liu Ziyun was covered in wounds from her sword strikes, yet he still insisted on not using Reiatsu, only using Pure Swordsmanship to defend against her attacks. That stubbornness, that persistence, made her both gratified and want to laugh.

[It seems like he has both.] Her smile deepened. [So he'll just have to stay there and treat himself today, right? He won't be bothering my Lieutenant anymore.]

She pushed open the door to the Captain's Office and went inside.

No sooner had he sat down than the door was flung open. Isane Kotetsu rushed in, his face full of anxiety. "Captain! Fifth Seat Liu Ziyun is absent from work again today! Is he on another mission?"

Seeing her anxious expression, Retsu Unohana felt a slight pang in her heart. "Oh, it's nothing. I was instructing him on Zanjutsu earlier, and he got a little injured. He's healing himself now."

Isane Kotetsu's expression changed instantly. "Then... how serious is the injury?"

Retsu Unohana gently shook her head. "Don't worry, he won't die."

Isane Kotetsu. She stared at Retsu Unohana, her eyes filled with disbelief. "[Can't die? What kind of answer is that?]"

Seeing the shocked expression on Isane Kotetsu, Retsu Unohana found it amusing. "Isane, you're worried about Liu Ziyun, aren't you? Is it because... you like him?"

Isane Kotetsu's face flushed instantly. She lowered her head and stammered, "N-no... no, Captain. It's just... Ziyun's Kaidō level is very high, I just wanted to learn more from him."

Retsu Unohana raised an eyebrow. "Oh? How high is it?"

Isane Kotetsu looked up, her face still flushed, but her tone had returned to normal. "Oh, right, I forgot to tell you before. Ziyun has developed a Kaidō to combine with Barriers."

A hint of admiration flashed in her eyes. "This kind of healing Kaidō can create a protective Barrier around the injured person, enveloping them for comprehensive treatment. However, I haven't fully mastered it yet and can only use it successfully occasionally."

A hint of interest flashed in Retsu Unohana's eyes. "Really? Could you tell me how to use it?"

Isane Kotetsu nodded. "Sure. Ziyun said that if anyone wants to learn, I can teach them. This method mainly involves precisely controlling Spiritual Power and Reiatsu..."

And so, Retsu Unohana and Isane Kotetsu began to study the Kaidō Barrier created by Liu Ziyun. The more they discussed it, the more engrossed they became, completely forgetting about Liu Ziyun's injury.

The following morning.

Liu Ziyun up early, washed up quickly, and went straight to the Comprehensive Treatment Center. He knew that Isane Kotetsu often treated the wounded and sick here, and as long as he stayed here, he would eventually be able to wait for her.

He wandered around the treatment center again and again, his eyes fixed on the entrance, but he never saw that familiar figure.

[Strange... Is Isane not coming here today?]

Just then, a voice came from behind him. "Liu Ziyun, Fifth Seat."

Liu Ziyun around and saw Iemura Yasochika and Zheng standing behind him.

"The doctor from Yijiang Village?" Liu Ziyun, somewhat surprised. "Is there something you need?"

Iemura Yasochika, respectfully said, "The captain wants you to see her in the Captain's Office."

Liu Ziyun's heart skipped a beat: [Captain's Office? Could Isane be there too?]

He nodded and followed Iemura Yasochika and towards the Captain's Office.

Pushing open the door to the Captain's Office, Liu Ziyun immediately saw Isane Kotetsu. She was sitting next to Retsu Unohana, tidying up documents. Hearing the door open, she looked up and her eyes met Liu Ziyun's.

Liu Ziyun secretly delighted and winked at her.

Isane Kotetsu blushed slightly and lowered her head.

All of this was observed by Retsu Unohana. A dangerous glint flashed in her eyes, but her face remained calm with a smile, "Liu Ziyun, you've come."

Liu Ziyun quickly stepped forward. "Captain, you were looking for me?"

Retsu Unohana stood up. "Let's go, let's go practice our Zanjutsu. Isane too."

Liu Ziyun felt a chill run down his spine. "Captain... how about we just give up?"

Retsu Unohana narrowed her eyes, her gaze carrying an undeniable authority. "No way. Since we've decided to train, we have to continue."

After saying that, she turned and walked towards the Training Ground.

Helpless, Liu Ziyun had no choice but to bite the bullet and follow. As he walked, he inwardly wailed: [Are you trying to train me in Zanjutsu? You want to cripple me!]

Isane Kotetsu followed behind, her face full of curiosity. Looking at Liu Ziyun's utterly dejected expression, she was filled with doubt: [Ziyun seems terrified of training with the captain in Zanjutsu? Why is that?]

Training Ground.

The three stopped. Retsu Unohana slowly drew her Zanpakuto and said to Liu Ziyun, "Come on, let's begin. Just like yesterday, no Reiatsu allowed."

With a look of utter despair, Liu Ziyun drew his Zanpakuto. Just then, he saw Retsu Unohana raise her hand, preparing to untie her braid.

His pupils contracted instantly.

He knew that gesture all too well—it was Retsu Unohana's sign that she was ready to fight with all her might. Yesterday, she had almost crippled him after untying her braid.

Liu Ziyun's body reacted faster than his mind. He rushed forward and grabbed Retsu Unohana's leg. "Captain! You almost ruined me yesterday! And today you're even going to take off my braid, are you not planning to let me live?! Please, spare me! Tell me what I did wrong, I'll change!"

Isane Kotetsu stared in disbelief, his head filled with question marks.

Retsu Unohana's face darkened, and she punched Liu Ziyun on the head. "Let go! Then we'll train normally!"

Liu Ziyun looked up pitifully. "Really? But I feel like you're going to unleash a powerful move..."

Retsu Unohana shook him off, her tone tinged with exasperation. "Get started already. If you keep fooling around, I guarantee that only two people will leave here today."

As she spoke, she drew her Zanpakuto.

Liu Ziyun had no choice but to stand still again and pick up the Zanpakuto to the side.

He had just picked up the knife when Retsu Unohana moved.

Her figure moved forward like a ghost, her Zanpakuto transforming into a flurry of blades, slashing down wildly. The ferocity and speed of her attack left Liu Ziyun scrambling to defend himself.