"Whoosh..."
Using Shunpo to follow behind Ailin, Byakuya Kuchiki felt both sorrow over his grandfather's impending death and a yearning for greater strength.
If he had possessed Captain-level strength earlier and taken over responsibility for the Kuchiki Clan and the Sixth Division from his grandfather, then his grandfather could have retired in peace and enjoyed his remaining years at home.
Thinking of this, Byakuya Kuchiki could not help but cast a deep look at Uncle-in-law Ailin ahead of him.
A few years ago, when Uncle-in-law Ailin and Aunt Haruko were still with the Kuchiki Clan, those had been everyone's most carefree and happiest days.
Unfortunately, Aunt Haruko's health later developed problems. To treat her, Uncle-in-law Ailin had resolutely abandoned his position as Captain of the Sixth Division and taken her to the Human World.
Seeing Uncle-in-law Ailin as he was now, Aunt Haruko's health must have mostly recovered.
From his grandfather's perspective, his uncle-in-law had undoubtedly failed in his duty.
But from Aunt Haruko's perspective, Byakuya felt that Uncle-in-law Ailin had done nothing wrong.
These complicated feelings left Byakuya deeply conflicted.
With a deep sigh, Byakuya Kuchiki sped up and asked, "Uncle-in-law, where are you taking me?"
"We'll go to the Second Division first and find two people."
Over the years, Ailin had not kept in contact with Urahara Kisuke and the others.
But as far as Ailin was concerned, since he already owed Urahara Kisuke a favor, he was practically tied to Urahara Kisuke's chariot anyway. Owing a few more favors did not matter.
In any case, Ailin did not dislike the current world, nor did he have any desire to change it.
"Who are we looking for?"
"The Captain of the Second Division, Shihoin Yoruichi, and the Third Seat of the Second Division, Urahara Kisuke."
Byakuya Kuchiki halted