This Is Only a Notification

Then Yoruichi Shihoin seemed to remember something and hurriedly asked, "What about Nel? How is Nel?"

In the very instant before she completely lost consciousness, Yoruichi Shihoin had clearly seen Nel step in front of her...

Though Yoruichi Shihoin had originally felt somewhat displeased with Nel, she could not help but change her opinion of that idiot.

"Nel was taken away by Aizen Sōsuke," Unohana Retsu replied.

"How could that be? Was there not even enough time to stop Aizen Sōsuke?" Yoruichi Shihoin asked, her face full of unwillingness.

Unohana Retsu answered in a gentle, calm tone.

"Makoto arrived in time, but in order to save you, he could only watch helplessly as Aizen Sōsuke took Nel away."

Those words changed Yoruichi Shihoin's expression. Her eyes held both gratitude and self-reproach.

Unohana Retsu continued to comfort her without the slightest impatience.

"Kyōka Suigetsu's ability is extremely troublesome. The fact that you noticed Aizen Sōsuke's appearance and issued a warning was already remarkable. And to Makoto, both you and Nel are equally important..."

"So this was not a forced choice for Makoto. It was simply his greed and gentleness in not wanting to lose either of you. From here on, aside from recovering your combat strength as quickly as possible, Yoruichi, all you need to do is trust Makoto unconditionally."

Yoruichi Shihoin's voice grew urgent as she spoke. "B-But..."

However, before Yoruichi Shihoin could finish, Unohana Retsu turned and headed outside, leaving no room for argument as she said,

"This is not merely my opinion. It is Makoto's as well. Didn't you intend to regard Makoto as your 'King,' and thus resolve to follow at his side? Then do not defy the King's will."

As Unohana Retsu's words fell, she closed the door completely, then turned and walked toward the reception