He had originally wanted to play unconscious and win a little sympathy. Who knew this woman would be so ruthless?
"Since you're awake, let's continue the vote," Katoru Hatsunoya said with a smile.
Shunshun Shidō lowered her head and said nothing, continuously sipping the tea in her cup. I knew this wouldn't be so simple.
It looked like this girl intended to protect Chizome Souya.
The only question was whether this was her own intention or Yamabuki Chidori's.
"So, according to you, Chizome Souya need not receive any punishment at all? If we do that... I'm afraid it won't convince the public," another councilor said.
"And what do you suggest?" Katoru Hatsunoya asked.
"The impact of this incident has been far too terrible. Turning living people into living weapons should not be permitted by either morality or reason. Indeed, our decision-making at the time was flawed, but the one who proposed and carried out this plan was Chizome Souya. I believe he may be spared the death penalty, but he cannot escape punishment."
Everyone listened as he continued.
"Executing him would be too severe. First, we bear part of the responsibility, and second, would the Chief Strategist allow us to do such a thing? Therefore, my opinion is... strip him of his power, confiscate his Zanpakuto, and confine him to his home. Without an order from Central 46, he will never be permitted to leave."
"You..." Katoru Hatsunoya still wanted to argue for him.
The councilor continued, "I know what you want to say, but don't forget that from the moment Central 46 was established, it was meant to resolve the problems we faced through the law. Indeed, these spoiled children of the noble houses are usually useless, but even so, the law must still protect them. All are equal