World of the Living, Karakura Town, Dark Night Residence.
There is really no wind at all tonight...
Ran'Tao finished the treatment, took the quilt and covered Kaien Shiba who was still in a comatose state, opened the door and walked out, looked up, and saw Reiatsu fighting fiercely still filling the sky.
"When will you wake up!"
A cold voice suddenly came from above the head, but Ran'Tao didn't look surprised, as if he had known about it for a long time.
"Tomorrow morning at the earliest!" Shrugging, Ran'Tao replied calmly; "Where's Shadow!"
"It's over!" Eroding Wolf said.
"Are we going to find out the results?"
"That's all. Huh! What are you doing? It's so boring!"
"This guy..." Ran'Tao twitched the corner of his mouth weakly.
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World of the Living, Karakura Town.
On the deserted street, Toshiro Hitsugaya and his adjutant Rangiku Matsumoto walked one after another. Both of them had sullen faces and said nothing. Toshiro Hitsugaya was fine with it. He was always like this when he was young and mature, but Rangiku Matsumoto, who had always been so bold and almost heartless, was also like this, which made people feel a little depressed.
The reason! It's nothing more than the battle with Arrancar that just ended. Although it was said to be a victory, they, Renji Abarai, Ikkaku Madarame and others all knew that their victory was still somewhat watery. If they used all their strength from the beginning, the battle would continue and would never end so easily.
But strictly speaking, luck is also a part of strength, not to mention that the Bleachs headed by Toshiro Hitsugaya are still stronger than those Arrancar. Of course, this does not include Grimmjow.
So, here comes the problem. It's just that Arrancar, who are almost like cannon fodder, has such a hard time against the enemy. This result is unacceptable to several people, especially Ichigo Kurosaki, who was beaten badly by Grimmjow.
Atmosphere, depression...
"Captain, Ichigo him..."
"Who is where!"
Rangiku Matsumoto wanted to say something, but as soon as he opened his mouth, he was interrupted by Toshiro Hitsugaya who suddenly seemed to have discovered something. While subconsciously holding Zanpakutō, the two people who were facing a formidable enemy also saw clearly the figure leaning on the corner.
"Shadow Master!"
"Shadow Master!!!"
He has black hair, a stern face, and mysterious blood-red eyes in the darkness. Shihakushō is black, and Zanpakutō, who is also black, is supported on his back. The whole person leans there motionless, almost blending into the surrounding environment.
Hearing the voices of the two people, Shadow turned his head.
"How could you... No, it's nothing!" Toshiro Hitsugaya shook his head.
"I'm very frustrated and unwilling!" The man's voice was a little deep.
"We..."
"Next time, whether you want to win or lose!"
"Of course I want to win!"
Toshiro Hitsugaya blurted out without thinking, but as soon as he said it, he immediately understood, and his frowning brows couldn't help but relax a little.
"Thank you!"
He bent over and said, Toshiro Hitsugaya, that he had indeed turned a corner. As long as his heart was firm, he could really do nothing.
Shadow shook his head and did not answer. He sighed lightly, walked up to Rangiku Matsumoto, opened his mouth, but did not make any sound.
"Shadow Master!"
Toshiro Hitsugaya shouted, he didn't understand why Shadow suddenly appeared here, and he also didn't understand why he paid so much attention to Rangiku Matsumoto. The two people had never had any intersection before.
Even Rangiku Matsumoto was a little surprised and panicked at this time. Standing behind Toshiro Hitsugaya, she felt Shadow's gaze on her, and her eyes immediately turned to the side. The hand holding the knife was very strong. Of course, she did not want to attack Shadow, she was just nervous.
Rangiku Matsumoto has never had any interaction with Shadow. The first time she heard the name Shadow was before, from the captain Shunsui Kyōraku who they drank with. Of course, the first time they met was when Sōsuke Aizen rebelled. In her impression, this man was synonymous with indifference and terror.
She had never thought that she would be in such close contact with him. Of course, Rangiku Matsumoto did not think that Shadow was attracted to her, because she understood very well that it could be said that no one in Seireitei did not know about his relationship with Yoruichi Shihōin...
"Sir... Sir, what are you..."
"Ah! Sorry!" Shadow came back to his senses. He actually thought about something and fell into trance; "I'm here to find you!"
Sensing Rangiku Matsumoto's nervousness and uneasiness, Shadow smiled helplessly and spoke directly.
"Look for me!" Pointing his finger at himself, Rangiku Matsumoto became more and more confused as to what he was looking for.
"You and Gin Ichimaru are childhood sweethearts who grew up together..."
"It used to be, but he has defected now!" Rangiku Matsumoto lowered her head, and no one could see what her expression was like.
"Defected!" Shadow narrowed his eyes slightly.
"My lord, Rangiku understands!" Rangiku Matsumoto bent down and said in a deep voice, "If we meet again, I will definitely not show mercy!"
"Kill him!" Shadow raised his eyebrows.
"If that day comes, for Soul Society, I... I will try my best, I..."
Rangiku Matsumoto spoke intermittently, with an expression of indescribable sadness and pain. She could not say the words to kill Gin Ichimaru. Even if they had become enemies, Soul Society was her home, and she would do her best to protect it. This was by no means a lie.
"This kid..."
Shadow tugged at the corner of his mouth helplessly. He really asked an idiotic question! He shook his head and then took a few steps forward. Shadow's somewhat rough hands covered the top of Rangiku Matsumoto's head and rubbed it vigorously.
"Hey!" Toshiro Hitsugaya was stunned immediately.
"Dark...Shadow-sama..."
Rangiku Matsumoto also looked at the man in front of her dumbfounded. She could clearly see the apology and love in the man's eyes.
Why...
"That kid is not a talkative person. He only keeps it in his heart. In fact, I was the same before..."
"My lord!"
"Don't call me Lord, just like Yin, call me Master, if you want!" Shadow laughed softly.
"Silver..."