Kuchiki Sōjun.
Of course I know this name Yan Si.
The eldest son of Kuchiki family, Sixth Division Lieutenant, is known for being gentle, gentle and without any pretensions to Nobles. He has an excellent reputation within the team and in the Nobles circle.
Although it is said that he is not physically strong, no one doubts his status and ability as the successor of Kuchiki family.
Yan Si never expected that this internal dispute within Nobles would be so intense that the top Nobles and Future owners like Kuchiki family would die directly.
This is beyond the level of ordinary civil strife and friction that can be described.
The nature of the matter was probably much more serious than he expected.
He forced down the vibration in his heart, steadied his breathing, and turned his eyes to Yoruichi, who was still slumped in the seat and exuding a low-pressure aura.
He didn't ask how he died or who did it.
I chose an angle that is more in line with my position and concerns at the moment:
"Will this incident expand the scope of the conflict? Spread to Thirteen Court Guard Squads, or Rukongai?"
Yoruichi opened his eyes, and his pupils looked a little deep in the dim candlelight.
She glanced at Yan Si, twitched her lips, and showed a warm smile.
"Don't worry, in this mess, the old guys above have a tacit understanding with Old Man Yamamoto, and they will only be trapped in the muddy pond of Nobles.
If it really dares to spread outward and affect the stability of Seireitei or the balance of Human World, do you think Old Man Yamamoto and Ryūjin Jakka are just decorations?"
Her tone was mocking, "Besides, the reason for the commotion is, to put it bluntly, the uneven distribution of the spoils, just to grab the vacant seats and votes."
"Competing for Nobles's position?" Yan Si followed her words and asked. This was the root cause that he had never understood before.
Yoruichi paused and adjusted his sitting posture. He seemed to feel uncomfortable lying down and talking.
"You should also know that in Five Noble Houses, Shiba family no longer lives in Noble District, and the family moved to the outskirts of Runlin An."
"Well, I've seen their building from a distance several times." Yan Si nodded, recalling it.
The Estate of Shiba family has a peculiar style, like a huge chimney or something. It is very eye-catching in the suburbs of Runlin An, and is incompatible with the elegant and solemn buildings of Noble District.
Shiba family, one of Five Noble Houses, took the initiative to move out of the core area of Nobles hundreds of years ago and settled in Rukongai, and it seems that it is still moving. This is considered a special case in Soul Society.
Yoruichi sighed lightly, this time with a somewhat complicated meaning:
"Because the current owner of Shiba family, Shiba Kaien, formally applied to Noble Council.
Shiba family, you must completely exit the Nobles sequence."
"Quit Nobles?" Yan Si was really surprised this time, "Why?"
In Soul Society, Nobles status means privileges, resources, security, and the qualification to participate in decision-making.
Just being able to live in the tightly protected Noble District is enough for the souls of countless civilians to struggle for several lifetimes.
Not to mention, the major issues of Soul Society today are theoretically decided by Central 46 Chambers, but in actual operation, the influence of Noble Council is everywhere.
As one of Five Noble Houses, Shiba family has a very important voting right in the parliament.
With such power in hand, one will naturally become the target of wooing and fawning over by all forces.
For example, if Omaeda Clan wants to do a big business, it may not be enough to have the support of the Shihoin Clan behind him, but if Shiba family can be brought together, the success rate will be greatly increased.
Give up such power and status? Unless...
"Did something big change happen inside Shiba family? Has it declined?" Yan Si asked.
Yoruichi curled his lips. "There is no such thing as decline. That is to say, a few decades ago, Shiba Main Family's previous head passed away.
The person taking over as the head of the family now is Shiba Kaien. You should have seen him on the Human World battlefield. Third Seat of Thirteenth Division was the one who made the decision to withdraw from Nobles.
It was precisely because he gave up his identity as Nobles that he could join Thirteen Court Guard Squads.
The seat of Thirteenth Division Lieutenant has always been vacant. I heard it was reserved for him.
In the future, if Captain Ukitake... his body cannot hold on, the captain's position will most likely belong to him."
Yan Si suddenly realized. "So that's it, it's an exchange."
Use the seat and glory of Noble Council in exchange for a promising position of real power in Thirteen Court Guard Squads under the direct leadership of Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni Captain-General, as well as the protection of the Captain-General faction.
In the current context of intensified internal strife within Nobles, this may not be a wise choice to cut off the tail and find another way to survive.
Shiba Kaien seems to have been misunderstood before. This guy is very decisive.
"Okay, these nonsense are annoying to hear." Yoruichi waved his hand, as if he wanted to dispel the dull atmosphere, but his frown remained.
"You came here at night just to inquire about these things, right? Is there something wrong?"
Yan Si shook his head slightly. "I have got the answer I want to know."
He came here to confirm the severity and general nature of the turmoil in Soul Society.
Now that even heavyweights like Kuchiki Sōjun are dead, the situation has become more serious than expected.
However, as Yoruichi said, this muddy water is still limited to the circle of Nobles.
As long as you don't take the initiative to jump in and don't touch certain sensitive interests, it won't affect outsiders like him Shinigami for the time being.
Yoruichi slowly sat up straight, his eyes fell on Yan Si's face, and he looked at him for a few seconds.
"Really? That's good." She didn't ask further and turned to talk about another thing.
"By the way, let me tell you. I want to use Urahara Kisuke during the next period of time.
He has just been promoted to Fifth Seat, and I plan to hand over the main management responsibilities of "Maggot's Nest" to him."
Yoruichi had a look of disgust on his face:
"Under my command, there are too many guys who come from Nobles or are inextricably related to Nobles.
In the next few days, Maggot's Nest may not be too quiet.
Let those guys take care of the people who may be imprisoned next... I don't worry.
Urahara That guy has a smart mind and the background is relatively clean, which is just right."
Yan Si nodded to express understanding.
Soul Society There are three main places where prisoners are held:
Ordinary prisons managed by Ninth Division are used to imprison Shinigami who violate discipline or commit crimes.
Central Great The Jail, directly under Central 46 Chambers, is used to detain extremely serious offenders.
And Maggot's Nest, who is responsible for Second Division, is a more special and secretive existence.
The people imprisoned there are not criminals in the usual sense, but more people who know secrets they shouldn't know, are trying to escape from control, or exist in ways that are too dangerous to be made public.
To put it simply, it is a secret warehouse that cannot see the light.
Now that Urahara Kisuke has helped him build Secret Base, he can no longer tie people around him and delay his promotion and fortune.
Moreover, Yoruichi chose to hand over Maggot's Nest to Urahara's management at this time, which is a strong signal in itself.
She also does not completely trust the intricate Nobles network within Second Division.
The Nobles circle is too complicated. Even the small Nobles who are attached to the Shihoin Clan, who can guarantee that they do not have greater ambitions, do not want to grab more benefits when there is turmoil, and even covet Five Noble Houses's position?
Yan Si thought for a moment, looked at Yoruichi, and said in a calm tone, "If it is useful, just ask."
Yoruichi grinned, her purple hair swaying with her movements:
"Hahaha! It's rare to hear you say such interesting things! But I don't need you to interfere this time.
Ultimately, what happened this time has little to do with me, Shihoin Clan, and I have no interest in getting involved in this muddy water."
She stopped her smile and shrugged, "It's just that with the title Second Division Captain, I have to fulfill some responsibilities.
Just find a place for those who are making too much noise and annoying people to go in and calm down, and don't let them continue to cause trouble outside."
"Okay, if you have nothing else to do, go back first." She leaned back in her chair again, waved her hand, and returned to her lazy look.
Yan Si didn't say anything more, stood up and left.