Noon Has Arrived

Nakata did not understand what Cang Nan meant at first. He asked in astonishment, "A challenge? Have you lost your mind, Kurokawa? As a captain, deliberately attacking a fellow officer—do you really intend to launch a rebellion by relying on your noble status?"

Time gradually approached noon, and the blazing sunlight shone upon every inch of Seireitei.

The early spring breeze blew softly, attempting to dispel the murderous intent congealed in the air. Yet it only futilely stirred Cang Nan's snow-white hair.

"Trying to pin a label on me? Anyone who defeats the current captain may succeed to the position of 11th Division captain. Those are the rules Captain Unohana established before leaving the 11th Division..."