Central 46's Decision

Although Renji was determined to help Rukia.

But!

He was merely a Vice Captain from the Rukongai District.

If Byakuya Kuchiki would not stand up for Rukia.

What could he possibly do?

He was so anxious, but unfortunately there was no way to ask online and wait for an answer.

After Jushiro Ukitake returned to the Thirteenth Division.

All the division members gathered together.

Though because of Byakuya Kuchiki, Rukia had never been able to rise to a seated officer position within the division.

Still.

Her prestige within the division was not low.

Moreover.

Rukia had a cheerful and kind personality.

She also maintained good relationships with the other members.

Therefore.

After Jushiro Ukitake returned.

Everyone was deeply concerned about the outcome of this meeting.

"Captain! Please allow me to go to the Living World and bring Rukia back to the division!" Kotetsu Kiyone shouted.

Previously.

No one had been able to find Rukia's whereabouts.

Now.

Since the 12th Division had discovered Rukia.

They naturally wanted to bring her back to Soul Society.

Facing everyone's gazes, Jushiro Ukitake sighed and silently shook his head.

"It isn't as simple as you think. Rukia has violated a grave crime of Soul Society. Before Central 46 reaches a decision, we cannot act rashly."

Judging from the intelligence Soul Society had received thus far.

Rukia was not simply trapped in the Living World.

She had "deliberately" hidden herself inside an illegal Gigai.

To evade the 12th Division's pursuit.

Therefore.

Before they figured out exactly what Rukia wanted to do.

No Soul Reaper was permitted to make private contact with Rukia.

Lest they alert her.

"But Captain, I don't believe Rukia would do something that betrayed Soul Society. She must have her reasons!" Kotetsu Kiyone said with absolute certainty.

A bitter smile appeared on Jushiro