In the Soul Society, I Only Want to Coast into Retirement Chapter 11

Before the Thousand-Year Blood War began, Shunsui Kyōraku, as Captain Commander, proposed assigning a captain to Central 46 to protect their safety.

Central 46's answer was, "No."

Are Your Brains Broken?

Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto swaggered up to Central 46 with Yamabuki Chidori, Shunshun Shidō, and Saitō Fubōfu.

"Stop right there. Hand over your swords!" Two guards wielding six-foot iron staffs blocked their path.

This had been the rule since ancient times. Even Tsunayashiro Fūka had to surrender his sword before entering.

Yamabuki Chidori did not waste words on these small fry. He directly unleashed his Reiatsu. Though it was still below captain level, it was more than twice as strong as a Lieutenant's. Naturally, these third-rate nobodies could not withstand it and were immediately crushed to the ground, foaming at the mouth!

Holy shit!

Shunshun Shidō's expression turned strange.

No one had dared attack Central 46 in a thousand years!

Were they sure they had come to negotiate?

Why did this feel like bandits raiding a village?

"Everyone, unleash your Reiatsu! Push straight through!" Yamabuki Chidori said.

Though Yamamoto had no idea what Yamabuki Chidori was planning, he trusted him completely. Reiatsu erupted from him like an exploding volcano!

Then Saitō Fubōfu, that lawless girl, unleashed her captain-level Reiatsu as well!

Shunshun Shidō swallowed with difficulty. Fine. Since they were already standing together, he would definitely be treated as an accomplice anyway. He might as well unleash his Reiatsu too!

Four captain-class powerhouses released their Reiatsu at once. To the ordinary soldiers of Central 46, it was like the end of the world. They did not even have the qualifications to approach, and all collapsed to the ground, struggling in agony.

When the forty-six lofty Great Sages sensed those four terrifying Reiatsu, they thought Vastolorde had come seeking revenge. Some were so frightened that they wet themselves while sitting there, some prepared to flee, and some simply rolled their eyes back. The scene was utter chaos!

Yamabuki Chidori arrived before the gates of Central 46. Beyond them were those decrepit old men.

"Captain Commander, act arrogant. Act domineering!" Yamabuki Chidori said quietly.

"Mm!" Yamamoto answered. He shoved the doors open, and scorching, violent Reiatsu flooded inside with them. "Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto has come to pay a visit!"

Yet what met his eyes was a rabble.

The sages of Central 46 stared dumbfoundedly at the Gotei 13. So it was not Vastolorde attacking them!

Ahem! Stay calm, stay calm!

Within a second or two, those old bastards regained their lofty bearing.

Tsunayashiro Fūka was screaming holy shit inside. What the hell were these guys doing? They had come to ask these people for help, so why were they acting like bandits storming a city?

If he had not recognized their Reiatsu in advance, he would have run away by now!

And they had brought swords!

Did they not know that swords were forbidden when appearing before Central 46?

Shunshun Shidō!!!

If they did not understand the rules, did he not understand them either?

Could he not have taught them?

What were they supposed to do now?!

Forget negotiating—they might get thrown out on the spot!

Tsunayashiro Fūka was drenched in sweat as he thought of what to say.

The old bastards seated on the platform had already begun making trouble. They had made them look so pathetic. How could they let these people off easily?

"Central 46's rules do not permit anyone to enter armed. Shunshun Shidō, did you not tell them?"

Shunshun Shidō had given up. Whatever happened, happened!

"Not being allowed to carry swords into Central 46 is your rule. Gotei 13 members never part with their swords—that is our rule. Why should your rules govern us?" Yamabuki Chidori said coldly.

Though the others sat higher than them, the aura emanating from him made it seem as though he were looking down on those old men.

For a moment, the pressure left the old men unable to catch their breath.

"Impudent! Who are you to be so arrogant?!"

Yamamoto said coldly, "This is the Lieutenant of the First Division of the Gotei 13, and concurrently the Chief Strategist of the Gotei 13: Yamabuki Chidori."

Huh???

Since when did I become the Gotei 13's Chief Strategist? Why did I not know about this? Did the Captain Commander give me a temporary promotion?

I'm so happy!

Does this mean my pension will be higher?

Tsunayashiro Fūka was completely numb.

Central 46 had existed for countless years and represented the interests of all nobles. No one had dared challenge their authority for many years.

Even those proud nobles had gradually grown accustomed to being suppressed by Central 46's power.

These guys really were giving them absolutely no face!

"Now, I authorize this Chief Strategist of the Gotei 13 to speak on my behalf," Yamamoto said.

Old man, well done!

Tsunayashiro Fūka's expression turned even stranger. He had thought this young man was merely an ordinary aide, but his status within the Gotei 13 was actually so high!

He could represent the Captain Commander in negotiating terms with Central 46 on such an occasion!

He had misjudged him!

At that moment, the Great Sage seated at the very top spoke. "You are not nobles, so you may temporarily disregard Central 46's rules. I will not blame you. Now, let us discuss the real matter: the establishment of the Gotei 13."

This was the real business.

"We have already learned of the Gotei 13's structure. This is indeed a good thing for the Soul Society. As long as you agree to the following conditions, Central 46 will recognize the Gotei 13's official status and provide you with abundant resources to protect the Seireitei," the Great Sage said.

"First, the Gotei 13's highest command authority must be handed to Central 46. You will absolutely not be permitted to defy Central 46's orders."

"Second, the Gotei 13 must obey the Five Noble Clans. However, when the orders of the Five Noble Clans conflict with those of Central 46, Central 46's orders shall take priority."

"Third, among the thirteen divisions, five captains must be appointed by the Five Noble Clans, with each clan sending one representative."

"Fourth, all Gotei 13 members must be recruited from the nobility. Commoners from the Rukon District may not be recruited."

"Fifth, candidates for captain must pass Central 46's assessment."

"These five points are the full conditions under which Central 46 will recognize the Gotei 13."

Yamamoto's expression darkened, and his Reiatsu fluctuated.

You call this cooperation?

This is fucking cooperation?

This is a fucking contract of servitude!

Once they agreed to these conditions, the Gotei 13 would become a dog in the nobles' hands from then on. Whoever they were told to bite, they would have to bite, without even the right to resist.

Yamabuki Chidori was not surprised by the five conditions proposed by these old fossils. Looking at the Gotei 13 a thousand years later, while not all five conditions had been implemented, the Gotei 13 was indeed under Central 46's control.

It seemed that without his involvement, the Captain Commander had certainly made certain compromises for the sake of protecting the Soul Society.

But things were different now.

Move aside. Time to show off!

Would You Like to Hear My Conditions?

Seeing the absurd conditions they had proposed, Yamamoto's expression grew grave. He turned his head and glanced at Yamabuki Chidori from the corner of his eye, asking for his opinion.

Yamabuki Chidori's expression did not change. He even revealed a faint smile. "Everyone, I do not find these conditions inappropriate. After all, everyone here is considering their own interests. Naturally, holding the Gotei 13, such a sharp sword, in one's own hand would make one feel secure. We must also fight for the interests that belong to us. You have finished stating your conditions. Should you not hear ours next?"

The Great Sage seated at the highest position slammed the table. "This is already the best treatment Central 46 can offer you. Do not mistake kindness for weakness. Do not forget that you are the ones asking us for help! If Central 46 does not recognize the Gotei 13's status, you are nothing more than a band of brigands!"

Those words struck Yamamoto right in his sore spot.

Indeed, without Yamabuki Chidori, this transmigrator, the old man truly had made certain compromises. There had been no other choice.

The most memorable example was Rukia Kuchiki's execution.

Passing a Soul Reaper's spiritual power to an ordinary human was indeed a grave crime, but it did not warrant execution in that manner.

Yet Aizen had issued orders in Central 46's name because he knew that once Central 46 had made a decision, even the Captain Commander had no right to overturn it.

"Esteemed sages, do not be impatient. Since we have all gathered here today, it is to make this matter clear. Besides, it is not just you and us—the heads of the Soul Society's major noble houses are here as well. You may as well hear my conditions. Do not worry, they will not be too outrageous." Yamabuki Chidori gave Captain Commander Yamamoto a reassuring look.

These lofty figures believed victory was already assured. They had made up their minds that no matter what Yamabuki Chidori said, they would refuse and stand firm. To achieve his goal, Yamamoto would surely compromise with them.

Though these people were rigid and antiquated in their ways, they were absolute experts at fighting for power and profit. Every one of them was calculating how to secure more benefits for himself.

Yamabuki Chidori cleared his throat and laid out his demands one by one.

"First, the Gotei 13 will not accept the control of anyone. Whether Central 46 or the Five Noble Clans, none of you have that right. The Gotei 13 has one and only one leader: Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto."

The entire hall erupted in uproar.

"Dream on. If you refuse Central 46's control, then leave this place immediately! This is the Seireitei! This is Central 46! There are rules here! Do you think you can act lawlessly? Impossible!"

Not only the Great Sage, but the other forty sages also spoke out in condemnation, declaring it impossible.

The reason they had agreed to the Gotei 13's establishment was to obtain greater benefits from it. If the Gotei 13 slipped out of their control, how could that be allowed?

What those in high positions could least tolerate was any person or matter slipping beyond their control. It brought them an indescribable sense of fear.

"Quiet, quiet. I have not finished yet. This is only the first point," Yamabuki Chidori said with a smile.

"Second, we have a highly refined system for selecting Gotei 13 captains. In the Gotei 13, we look only at ability, not background. As long as you have the ability, even a commoner from the Rukon District can hold a captain's seat. Moreover, the Gotei 13's captain selection process will absolutely not be subject to interference from Central 46 or the Five Noble Clans."

"Third, Gotei 13 member selection will not judge success or failure by one's origins. Even the most ordinary commoner can become a member of the Gotei 13 as long as he is capable enough. Furthermore, I propose that commoners without noble status be granted the status of lower nobles upon officially becoming Gotei 13 members."

"Fourth, if a Gotei 13 member commits a crime, the Gotei 13 will punish them internally. We will establish a highly complete system of punishment. Central 46 may not interfere."

"Fifth, Central 46 must provide the Gotei 13 with abundant material support every year, and the Gotei 13 must be given priority. Otherwise, the Gotei 13 may choose not to protect Central 46."

"Those are my demands. If anything needs to be added in the future, we can add it at any time." After Yamabuki Chidori finished speaking, the forty-six sages of Central 46 burst into laughter.

What kind of dream was this kid having?

Forget Central 46—even Yamamoto's gaze toward Yamabuki Chidori became extremely strange. Are we not going a little too far?

If Central 46 agreed to Yamabuki Chidori's demands, it would be equivalent to personally cultivating an institution whose power stood almost above Central 46 itself.

How could these old men, who valued power more than their own lives, possibly agree?

Yamabuki Chidori continued to look at those powerful figures with a smile.

"That is impossible! We cannot agree to a single one of your five conditions," the Great Sage said loudly.

Tsunayashiro Fūka practically wanted to cover his face.

Big brother, was this what he called negotiating?

This was fucking robbery!

These old fossils might be corrupt in their work, but they were sharper than anyone when fighting for power and profit. Did he think they were idiots? How could they possibly agree to such outrageous demands?

Yamabuki Chidori quietly looked at these powerful figures. "So, you refuse my demands?"

The Great Sage seated at the highest point shouted harshly, "Of course we refuse! Without rules, there can be no order. Look at the rules you have established! What do you take Central 46 for? Do you regard us as if we were nothing?"

Yamabuki Chidori hurriedly explained, "Of course I do not regard you as nothing... I merely regard you as trash!"

The moment those words were spoken, the forty-six old men fell deathly silent, their faces flushing red with rage.

"Guards! Guards! Throw these bastards out! Throw them out!!!"

Yet not a single guard came.

Yamabuki Chidori leisurely looked at the old men. "I forgot to tell you. When we came in, we already cleared out all the guards. Since you refuse our demands, there is nothing to be done. Negotiations have broken down? Captain Commander, please draw Ryūjin Jakka and destroy the Seireitei outright! A place like this is not worth protecting!"

A gleam appeared in Yamamoto's eyes. Without another word, he drew Ryūjin Jakka!

"Bankai..."