"I want Lord Aizen to accompany me as I take a look around this world..."
As Suigetsu's voice fell, a sharp glint flashed through Aizen's deep eyes as he sat upon the stone chair. The corner of his lips curled up, and he chuckled softly.
"Is that so... That truly is quite an interesting matter..."
"I accept."
Hearing Aizen's words, Kyoka Suigetsu, who had been nestled in his arms, raised her little head in surprise. Excited joy appeared on her delicate face as she asked in astonishment.
"Really, Lord Aizen!?"
Aizen merely glanced at her, nodded slightly, and said with a soft laugh.
"Some things are about to happen soon anyway. Come and see them with me, Suigetsu..."
Upon hearing Aizen's words, Suigetsu was like a child who had received candy. A captivating smile bloomed across her delicate, fair face as she happily nestled back into Aizen's arms.
Just then.
Steady footsteps sounded softly from beyond the mottled, gloomy hall.
"Tap!" "Tap!" "Tap!"...
Hearing the footsteps, Suigetsu lightly adjusted the hem of her elaborate kimono and stood up.
She cast Aizen a somewhat reluctant glance, then prepared to vanish from the place. However, Aizen smiled and gently shook his head at her.
As Kyoka Suigetsu stared blankly, Aizen curled his lips and said with a soft smile.
"It's all right. From today onward, Suigetsu can remain in this world."
Hearing those words from Aizen once more, Suigetsu's beautiful eyes widened, and she asked excitedly with delight.
"Can I really, Lord Aizen!?"
Aizen nodded gently and said with a smile.
"If it is Suigetsu, I am very pleased that you made such a choice."
Hearing Aizen's words, Suigetsu's heart was filled with joy. Her fair little hands spread slightly as she lifted the sides of her robes, dipped into a light