The Unforgiven from Shinigami
Autumn sunlight quietly seeped into the side hall from the side without a wall blocking it, creating a stark contrast between light and darkness.
Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto's voice was strong and powerful as he described the World of the Living situation and when to set out.
Shiraishi patted the cat on his head and said lazily, "Mmm."
Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto felt as if he had punched thin air; his chest felt tight, but he didn't want to say anything reproachful. He simply said, "Go down."
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Jūshirō Ukitake readily complied, bowing and saying, "Master Genryūsai, we'll take our leave now."
As he spoke, he stepped back and pulled Shiraishi's jacket outside.
As they left the side hall and the door closed, Jūshirō Ukitake chuckled, "Let's go back to the Thirteenth Division first. Judging from your build, it's not much different from Kaien's, so you should be able to wear the Captain's Haori without any alterations."
"Good."
Shiraishi lifted the cat off his head and placed it in his arms. "When you go to the Fourth Division, give this cat to Retsu Unohana and ask her to take care of it. If she doesn't want to, give it to Isane. She'll definitely be willing to take care of it."
I've been busy lately and haven't had time to take care of this cat.
He really liked the cat, but he didn't have time to raise it. Cultivating his Bankai and taking care of the situation in the World of the Living were two things that were enough to take up a lot of his energy. If he wanted to raise the cat, he might lose it.
Jūshirō Ukitake took the cat, stroked it, and smiled, "Actually, I'm quite interested in cats. How about I keep it for a while?"
"Alright."
Shiraishi nodded in agreement. This person's health was worrying, so it wouldn't be bad for him to be able to enjoy his retirement life early.
" The Thirteenth Division is now in your hands."
"Don't worry, I'm good at clerical work, but I can handle combat."
" Sentarō, Kiyone will handle your clerical work. As for Rukia, Byakuya asked me not to involve her in dangerous battles and not to promote her to Seated Officer."
Jūshirō Ukitake, looking somewhat helpless, said, " Rukia is quite strong, but she lacks confidence, Kaien incident was a huge blow to her."
Shiraishi didn't answer, but asked, " The Thirteenth Division doesn't have a vice-captain yet, does it?"
Jūshirō Ukitake paused slightly, then nodded and said, "That's right, who do you want to promote to be your vice-captain?"
"I remember there's a guy named Renji Abarai in the 11th Division. He's pretty good. Transfer him over here."
Shiraishi felt that the plot had changed, so there was no need to hold back. He could boldly go for it and explore the potential of Renji Abarai and Rukia Kuchiki in advance.
If we don't prepare in advance, the future upstream Captain-level combat force will be lost in the upcoming war.
That would be a real shame.
Jūshirō Ukitake nodded and said, "You go back to Ugendo first. I'll go talk to Captain-Commander Yamamoto and see if Renji Abarai would be willing to serve as the vice-captain of the Thirteenth Division."
The captain has the right to choose the vice-captain, and the chosen person also has the right to refuse to serve as vice-captain.
While most people wouldn't refuse, the members of the 11th Division are an exception.
Ikkaku Madarame Third Seat ) Yumichika Ayasegawa Fifth Seat ) both declined invitations to become vice-captains from other teams.
It's hard to guarantee that Renji Abarai won't refuse.
"Okay." Shiraishi waved his hand and slowly walked outside. The sky was blue, with a few white clouds drifting in the air.
He Steel Tempest and returned to Ugendo.
On the lakeside, a large group of soldiers dressed in Shihakushō stood, their reflections shimmering in the water, whispering amongst themselves about the change of captains in the Thirteenth Division.
Shiraishi appeared at the entrance of Ugendo.
"... recognize!"
The gentle tinkling of the wind chimes was drowned out by a loud voice; the man speaking had thick eyebrows, small, beady eyes, and a tall stature.
Even upon seeing Shiraishi suddenly appear, he didn't greet him, maintaining a stern face to express his disapproval of the new captain.
He had two captains in mind: Captain Ukitake and the deceased Kaien Shiba.
No one else is qualified to be the captain of the Thirteenth Division.
" Kotsubaki!"
Kiyone Kotetsu roared, stomping on Sentarō Kotsubaki's instep, and gritted her teeth, "Aren't you going to greet the new captain?"
"I've said it before, I will never admit that this guy who just popped up out of nowhere is the captain of the Thirteenth Division!"
Sentarō Kotsubaki replied in a super loud voice.
Shiraishi covered his ears to avoid being disturbed, and the other high- Seated Officer also skillfully stepped back and covered their ears.
After Sentarō Kotsubaki finished speaking, Shiraishi removed his hand from his ear and slowly said, "I have some bad news to tell you. The Captain-Commander just decided that the Thirteenth Division will stop Aizen from achieving his goal of controlling Hollows in the World of the Living."
We will be the ones to fight the first battles of the war.
Tell those soldiers not to gather here. Go about your business. You have time to rest today; we'll officially engage in battle tomorrow.
" Captain Shiraishi! Can I go to the front lines?"
The clear, crisp voice contained fearlessness. The black-haired girl stood on tiptoe and raised her hand to express her desire to join the battle.
Shiraishi smiled and said, " Rukia, no one in the entire Thirteenth Division can remain uninvolved."
"Thank you." Rukia bowed. She wasn't afraid of fighting, but she was even more afraid of living.
The events of that night took root in her mind like a seed; she wanted to fight, to seek the most glorious way to die.
In that case, everyone would feel proud of her death.
"A new lieutenant will be arriving in the Thirteenth Division soon, his name Renji Abarai."
Shiraishi dropped another bombshell, waving his hand and saying, " Rukia, remember to bring my dinner on time."
"Uh, oh." Rukia hurriedly, her little head buzzing. Renji was actually going to be the vice-captain of the Thirteenth Division?
That guy has become so outstanding?
The thought that she wasn't even a Seated Officer Rukia with bitterness. Back in the Shin'ō Academy, the gap between her and Renji had already become apparent.
Renji was in the elite class, while she was in the regular class.
The gap is even wider now.
Rukia's eyes were filled with disappointment.
Shiraishi turned around and rolled up the bamboo curtain. He would be staying here for a while, and the herbal smell inside would definitely dissipate. " Kiyone, pack up the herbs that Ukitake needs so he can take them to the Fourth Division later."
As for unnecessary bottles and jars, just throw them away.
"Yes."
Kiyone Kotetsu replied loudly; her ability to accept advice was much stronger than that of Sentarō Kotsubaki.
After all, it would be better for Jūshirō Ukitake to go to the General Infirmary than to stay here.
Sentarō Kotsubaki clenched his Riot Games, his teeth almost grinding to powder, but he still didn't say anything and left aggressively.
The high- Seated Officer then departed.
Upon learning that a battle was to begin the next day, the soldiers gathered by the lake quickly dispersed, preparing to fight for justice.
The atmosphere of each squad depends on the captain's personality.
For example, the 6th Division emphasizes rules, not justice.
The Seventh Division emphasizes toughness, while the Thirteenth Division values justice.
Once they are convinced that they are on the side of justice, they are often highly committed to fighting.
Even if Jūshirō Ukitake isn't here, his will to uphold justice will continue in this squad.
Shiraishi has no intention of changing this.