"I only wanted to remind you not to abuse Mimihagi's Power of the Sacred Eye."
After intimidating him with a look, Yamamoto spoke in a low, authoritative voice.
"Since you know that is the Soul King's Right Hand, you should understand how important Mimihagi is to Soul Society and even the Three Realms."
"An existence like that shouldn't be used carelessly."
Kisaragi Akira nodded in agreement. "Of course. As Chief Priest, I have great respect for Lord Mimihagi."
"I only greet him once a day, ask about things at Nikotsu Shrine now and then, freeze the Reishi of the dead, have him help me analyze Tozen, and ask whether there's a way to pass my final exams quickly..."
By the time Akira had finished explaining, Yamamoto's fists were clenched.
This kid didn't treat Mimihagi like a genuine deity at all.
Who greeted the deity they worshipped every single day?
And he even asked about the Shrine from time to time. Was Mimihagi a deity or a messenger?
Even worse, he relied on Mimihagi for Tozen, one of a Shinigami's most basic forms of training, showing not the slightest respect.
And worst of all, when faced with final exams, other people cheated on the test, but this kid performed a ritual to consult a deity. No wonder Ukitake had nightmares.
"After behaving so recklessly, aren't you worried Mimihagi might punish you?"
Yamamoto composed himself, fighting the urge to punch the boy, and asked in a grave voice.
"Punish me?"
Kisaragi Akira glanced at the old man opposite him in surprise. "Why would Captain-Commander have such a strange idea?"
"Hmm?" Yamamoto was puzzled.
Kisaragi Akira grinned.
"I see. I understand what you're thinking, sir."
"Actually, Lord Mimihagi isn't as aloof as you imagine. He doesn't think he's above everyone else or act