The Unforgiven from Shinigami
The First Division's barracks were built on the outside of the mountain cliffs, and the buildings were mostly single-story and very tall.
Shiraishi sat cross-legged in the shadows, gazing at the surrounding scenery. Most of Seireitei came into view, much like the miniature model of the upscale residential complex he saw when he first went to a sales office as a salesperson.
At that time, he thought that if he could live in a place like that, his whole life would be worthwhile.
Unfortunately, he didn't have the ability to realize his wish at that time.
Now that they have the means, they are less concerned about housing.
Life is unpredictable.
He muttered something and continued to sit there waiting, his Spiritual Sense locking onto Tsunayashiro Tokinada, five kilometers away.
Upon reaching level twelve, the accuracy of his Spiritual Sense significantly improved. If he actively sought out information, no one within a six-kilometer radius could escape his senses.
This allows him to freely control the distance.
When it's time to keep your distance, you should never get too close, as that would increase the risk of being discovered.
For example, if the other party is talking to Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto at this time, they are unlikely to be saying anything shady, so there is absolutely no need to eavesdrop.
He waited patiently for a while, and when he noticed the other person coming out, his eyes looked toward the entrance of the First Division's barracks, where he could vaguely see a black dot on the pure white building.
Whoosh, the black dot disappeared, and it moved at high speed towards District 6.
Shiraishi also disappeared from his spot, using Steel Tempest to catch up with his opponent.
The upgraded Steel Tempest is much faster than before, and its Reiatsu consumption is reduced by half.
Most importantly, it has made great progress in being silent; it truly feels like a gentle breeze, brushing past without anyone noticing anything amiss.
Back in the noble district, Tsunayashiro Tokinada stood in front of the gate. He lived there and didn't need to fill out any forms to apply for entry.
The privileges of a high-ranking nobleman allowed the 6th Division soldier to open the heavy main door without even asking a question. He stepped inside, and the door behind him slowly closed.
At this moment, Shiraishi used Steel Tempest quickly burrow in without alerting anyone, then turned around and circled to the side.
Two streets away, he locked onto Tsunayashiro Tokinada's Reiatsu, strolling along the street while maintaining a certain distance.
After all, it's impossible for Tsunayashiro Tokinada to discuss assassinating nobles with anyone on the street.
He didn't need to follow too closely in crowded places; his captain's uniform was still quite conspicuous on the noble street.
And so, through the wall, he followed them into the residential area.
Tsunayashiro Tokinada's Reiatsu met Yushiro's, Shiraishi didn't continue to follow from a distance, but used the Steel Tempest to quickly approach.
The noble street is protected by a strong barrier, but inside, the mansions are almost unprotected.
The reason is that the noble street has been peaceful for too long, so long that no one thinks it necessary to spend money and manpower to maintain a strong barrier there.
At most, they would set up some cheap Reishi traps in certain places.
Now that Shiraishi can detect the location of the Reishi Reishi, it's impossible for him to be tricked.
Skillfully avoiding the traps, Shiraishi moved to the side of the hall, clinging to the wall like a gecko, with a lake rippling below.
He used his fingernails to pry open the gaps in the wall, pressing himself against it and straining to hear the conversation inside.
" Yushiro, the Captain-Commander has approved our plan."
"Is that so?"
Yushiro didn't show much joy; his beloved older brother, with whom he could share joy, was no longer by his side.
To be honest, there really is a generation gap between those clan elders and me; they have absolutely no desire to communicate.
Tsunayashiro Tokinada understood his thoughts, but showed no sympathy, saying, " The Captain-Commander's agreement is the first step, but if we want the Gold Seal Unit to quickly become a fighting force, we still need your strength."
Yushiro nodded and said, "Let's stick to the original plan. Use the Shihoin Clan's treasury to arm the Seated Officer serving in the Gold Seal Unit and enhance their strength."
"I have a friend who is very capable, no less so than a typical captain. I recommend her for the Third Seat."
Yushiro didn't readily agree, hesitatingly saying, " The Third Seat require a competition."
"I understand. Let her prove her abilities through a proper competition."
Tsunayashiro Tokinada was testing the other party's level of trust. Seeing that it wasn't working, he immediately changed his tune, saying, " The Gold Seal Unit will be officially established tomorrow. You should rest well today."
"Um."
Yushiro did feel very tired, not physically, but mentally.
All he wanted to do now was ignore everything, just lie on the bed, and, as before, simply space out until he fell asleep.
Without saying anything more, Tsunayashiro Tokinada left the hall and strolled leisurely away from the Shihoin Clan, returning to the main residence of the Tsunayashiro Clan.
His friend was waiting in the yard.
A rattan chair was moved out and placed in the shade of a large tree. People lay on it, with a watermelon that had been scooped out of ice water next to them, cut into more than a dozen slices and arranged on a round plate.
"Pfft, pfft," she spat out a string of watermelon seeds, which landed on the ground in a straight line. "You're back."
"Hmm, Aura, what do you think of Soul Society?"
A hint of a smile Tsunayashiro Tokinada's eyes. He was quite interested in this girl. Although her only father had been killed by the Tsunayashiro Clan, he didn't show much emotion.
There was no hatred, fear, or anger, only an empty heart.
Out of curiosity about her, Tsunayashiro Tokinada took her in, only to discover that she was a very powerful Fullbringer.
Being locked in the basement by her father for years, living a life of isolation from the world, caused the girl to become abnormal, losing normal human emotions and the most important power of Fullbringer: love for things.
However, she has strong fundamental skills.
They can even transform themselves into Reishi, which is why a human can reach the Soul Society.
She can freely switch between the living and the Shinigami.
"Nothing special," said Aura Michibane, his cold blue eyes gazing at the sky. "It's just that the Reishi here are different from Reishi in the World of the Living; they seem to belong to one person. It's a very strange feeling."
"Really? I didn't notice anything unusual."
Tsunayashiro Tokinada reached out and patted her head, smiling as he said, "Tomorrow is the selection for the Gold Seal Unit. You must fight with all your might, even if it means killing them. You absolutely must secure one of the Third Seat."
"Um."
Aura Michibane responded without asking why. She was used to obeying others' orders, and since her father wasn't around, she obeyed this man's orders.
You will get food as long as you follow orders.
She cannot die.
This is a sentence that my father kept repeating in that basement.
Aura Michibane grabbed another slice of watermelon, looking outside. He seemed to be able to see the Reishi through the wall, their flow rate quite strange.
"What's wrong with you?"
"No, it's nothing." She didn't voice her thoughts, because the strange flow disappeared, and everything returned to normal.