Gin Ichimaru: My Life Is Over

Aizen walked slowly and leisurely, as if he were taking a stroll on campus.

But Gin Ichimaru knew he wasn't taking a walk.

Aizen stood there the whole time, listening to them talk.

From Gin Ichimaru saying he wanted to join the Fifth Division, to saying he wanted to kill the Seated Officer and take his place, to Wang Xun saying he wanted to help him...

Aizen overheard everything.

Countless thoughts were churning wildly in Gin Ichimaru's mind.

How much did Aizen hear? How much did he actually know?

He abruptly turned to look at Wang Xun, his eyes filled with shock, confusion, and even a hint of resentment.

Was Wang Xun doing this on purpose?

He already knew Aizen would be there, which is why he deliberately lured himself there.

Countless thoughts flashed through Ichimaru's mind.

Intrigue, betrayal, manipulation...

All the suspicions rushed into his mind instantly; the sudden change made it almost impossible for him to breathe.

Gin Ichimaru felt a chill run down his spine; cold sweat instantly soaked through his back. He instinctively reached for his Zanpakuto at his waist.

He was even prepared to fight to the death, even if there was no chance of winning.

However, Wang Xun pressed down on his shoulder.

"Don't move."

Wang Xun's voice was very soft; only he could hear it.

Finally, Gin Ichimaru stopped moving.

He took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down, and his face returned to its harmless expression.

Once he realized he had no way to resist, Gin Ichimaru calmed down.

He slowly exhaled, now wanting to see what would happen next.

Soon, Aizen walked up to them and stopped.

His gaze fell on Gin Ichimaru, and he looked him up and down.

"You must be Gin Ichimaru?"

Gin Ichimaru gave a slight bow.

"Aizen... Lieutenant."

Aizen smiled.

"No need to be so polite, I've heard of you. You're the one with the highest Spiritual Might among this year's freshmen."

You flatter me.

Gin Ichimaru stood there, his head slightly bowed.

Aizen turned his head and looked at Wang Xun.

What were you talking about just now?

Wang Xun smiled.

"We were talking about this little boy's future; he wants to stand by your side."

Wang Xun patted Gin Ichimaru on the shoulder.

"This young man is exceptionally talented, meticulous, and ambitious. I think it would be beneficial to let him join us."

"This kid just told me he was thinking of killing one of the Seated Officer in the Fifth Division and taking his place, just to get your attention."

"Such a reckless approach, if actually done, might cause trouble for you, Vice Captain?"

In short, Gin Ichimaru's ruthlessness, ambition, and plans were laid bare before Aizen, openly and without any concealment.

Gin Ichimaru was completely dumbfounded after hearing this.

He even doubted whether he had misheard.

Wang Xun actually told Aizen his plan directly?

Isn't this sending him to his death?

Gin Ichimaru turned his head and looked at Wang Xun in shock.

But Wang Xun's expression remained calm and composed.

It was as if they were talking about something perfectly ordinary, without any intention of harming anyone.

Aizen narrowed his eyes slightly as he looked at Gin Ichimaru.

You want to join?

Gin Ichimaru forced himself to calm down, turned around, and looked at Aizen.

He narrowed his eyes so tightly that no emotion could be discerned.

"... yes."

Aizen's gaze lingered on Gin Ichimaru for a moment before turning to Wang Xun. His smile remained unchanged, but a hint of understanding and amusement flashed in his eyes.

Aizen recalled the previous joint mission with multiple teams in the Rukongai.

At that time, he followed Wang Xun and overheard the two having a secret conversation in a dilapidated hut, and saw Wang Xun helping Rangiku heal her wounds.

Wang Xun, at the time, was unaware of his spying.

Wang Xun was unaware that he had long known about the collusion between him and Gin Ichimaru, and knew about the secret connection between the two.

Aizen looked at Wang Xun, his smile deepening.

"Ichimaru- kun, you're indeed very good, but what do you mean by that, Wang Xun..."

"Have you met before?"

Wang Xun was slightly taken aback upon hearing this.

Aizen, why are you suddenly asking that?

The next second, the scene from that multi-team joint mission in the Rukongai South District 7 flashed through his mind.

He treated Rangiku and had a private conversation with Gin Ichimaru.

Wang Xun finally realized what was happening.

Since Aizen knew about his relationship with Gin Ichimaru, it means that Aizen was secretly watching from the side at the time.

He was being watched by Aizen without his knowledge.

Wang Xun's lips twitched slightly.

He thought he had hidden it well and that Aizen hadn't noticed.

But now that I think about it, how could Aizen not have noticed?

Wang Xun instantly cleared his mind, but his expression remained unchanged as he naturally began to explain.

"I saw him in Rukongai during that joint mission with multiple teams before."

Aizen stared at Wang Xun with a deep gaze, making Wang Xun feel an increased pressure.

Fortunately, Aizen didn't say anything more in the end.

He simply turned his head slowly and looked at Gin Ichimaru.

"Gin Ichimaru, if you want to join, you can."

Aizen's tone was calm.

Just do it the way you want.

"Assassinate the Seated Officer, take his place, without hesitation or concealment."

"I'll be waiting for you in the Fifth Division. Let me see your worth."

Gin Ichimaru shuddered, looked up at Aizen, his heart pounding, unsure how to answer.

Before Gin Ichimaru could respond, Aizen turned and left, his figure disappearing into the twilight.

Gin Ichimaru stood there, watching the disappearing figure, and remained silent for a long time.

Although he remained outwardly calm, his fingertips were trembling slightly.

Only after Aizen's figure completely disappeared did Gin Ichimaru let out a long breath, as if all his strength had been drained away.

Countless possible outcomes for what would happen if Aizen found out had just flashed through his mind.

Unexpectedly, Aizen readily agreed to his plan and even encouraged him to kill the Seated Officer and take the position.

Gin Ichimaru turned to look at Wang Xun, his silver eyes filled with complex emotions.

Shock, confusion, and a lingering fear—a mix of emotions that were hard to describe.

"How did it go? Did I succeed in helping you?"

Gin Ichimaru stared at Wang Xun in shock.

success?

What makes it successful?

Shouldn't we still proceed according to my established plan?

Besides startling me, what other purpose did you serve?

Gin Ichimaru remained silent for a moment, then, after gathering his thoughts, spoke softly.

Aizen seems to know what I'm about to do.

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Gin Ichimaru clenched his fist.

"Then why does he still..."

Because he doesn't care.

Wang Xun answered him.

"Aizen is extremely arrogant. Even knowing you want to kill him, he might still find it amusing. He probably wants to see what you'll do."

Gin Ichimaru remained silent.

He stood in the moonlight, head bowed, his silver hair obscuring his eyes.

As dusk completely enveloped the Shin'ō Academy, the light in the bamboo forest grew increasingly dim, making Wang Xun's figure appear even more profound in the shadows.

"You and him are in cahoots?"

Upon hearing this, Wang Xun sighed.

"Right now, officially speaking, I guess I've just joined, a little earlier than you."

"After all, we're all working towards the same goal."

Looking at the man before him, Gin Ichimaru finally understood.

Wang Xun wasn't trying to harm him; rather, he was pushing him directly in front of Aizen.

Although the process was absurd.

Gin Ichimaru sneered.

"Ha, now I can't believe it anymore."

Upon hearing this, Wang Xun laughed and patted him on the shoulder.

"Alright, go back and get some rest."

Then Wang Xun around, his figure gradually disappearing into the night.

Gin Ichimaru stood there, watching the departing figure.

Then, he sighed softly and turned to leave.

I'm mentally exhausted.