Chapter 26

Furthermore.

He set up a series of schemes later, letting Rukia walk in the human world using a "gigai," hoping to completely transform her into a human.

And then thoroughly destroy the Hogyoku.

Unfortunately.

He failed in the end, and Aizen snatched the Hogyoku, merging the two imperfect Hogyokus into a perfect one.

This was also the difference between Aizen and Urahara.

When Urahara learned that the true history of Soul Society relied on the Soul King, he chose to be loyal to the Soul King.

Therefore, he chose to destroy things like the Hogyoku that were beyond his control.

While Aizen.

After learning the true history of Soul Society, chose to destroy the Soul King, to be the sole ruler in heaven and earth, and to create a brand new world!

Therefore.

He was obsessed with the power of the Hogyoku and conducted a series of experiments.

It could be said.

The difference in choices led to completely different life paths for the two; if Urahara had also chosen to destroy the Soul King.

Then, he could have completely become a second Aizen Sosuke!

Possessing the power to constantly break through limits.

Before long.

Underground training ground.

Urahara Kisuke and Shihoin Yoruichi looked at Kuchiki Senya's departing back and sighed softly.

"Big brother's refusal is understandable; after all, he just wants a quiet life."

"Moreover, Captain Hirako and the others have no relationship with Big Brother Senya, and their friendship is merely an acquaintance."

"It is only natural that he wouldn't intervene."

Urahara Kisuke and Shihoin Yoruichi shook their heads, "Since that's the case, let's act on our own."

"Our strength alone is enough."

At this moment.

Inside the Senya Pavilion.

Kuchiki Senya lay lazily on the sofa.

His eyes slightly narrowed.

He had refused cleanly and decisively just now.

If it were Byakuya, Yoruichi, Urahara, or others with whom he had a close relationship who were being harmed, it would be normal for him to intervene.

However.

He was not familiar with Hirako Shinji and the others at all, and they had no interaction, so why save them?

Anyway.

Yoruichi and Urahara's strength was already enough.

Yoruichi's Flash Step level was extremely high, and she could run away if she couldn't win.

And Urahara.

It could be said that he was one of the deepest hidden characters in the original work.

In the early stages, he relied on schemes and slacked off; even in the Battle of Karakura Town, he didn't even force out his Bankai against Aizen, who had fused with the Hogyoku.

One must never ignore his combat power because of his intelligence.

Furthermore.

Even if they were expelled from Soul Society and listed as traitors, it was still an opportunity for growth for the two of them.

As for the great traitor Aizen...

Was his existence truly a danger to Soul Society?

One must know.

The current Soul Society was content with the status quo and rotten to the core.

The Central 46 made countless people complain.

Even Captain-Commander Yamamoto.

Had lost the sharpness of his youth and had developed the bad habits of an old man, with rigid thinking.

And Aizen's appearance and defection.

Although it caused a loss of strength for Soul Society.

It united the entire Soul Society, and people's mental outlooks were refreshed!

Being prepared for danger in times of peace, the captains of Soul Society no longer slacked off, and their strength underwent a transformation.

It could be said.

Aizen.

Was the catfish in the "catfish effect," giving Soul Society new life!

Thinking of this.

Kuchiki Senya shook his head gently, continuing to enjoy the singing and dancing, drinking and having fun.

As long as Aizen's development.

Did not affect him, then let him toss and turn.

He was just a salted fish who lay flat, slacked off, enjoyed life, and could be invincible while drinking.

A few days later.

A major event occurred in Soul Society!

Comparable to an magnitude-8 earthquake!

The entire Seireitei was shaken by it.

Everyone was running around, and hearts were filled with panic!

Gotei 13.

2nd Division Captain Shihoin Yoruichi.

12th Division Captain and Director of the Research and Development Bureau, Urahara Kisuke.

Had rescued traitors like Hirako Shinji and fled to the human world!

In just a few days.

The Gotei 13 had lost six people at the captain level alone!

The number of captains.

Had been cut in half!

This was a heavy blow to the entire Gotei 13!

And a great weakening of the overall strength of Soul Society!

046, He gave too much

At this moment.

Gotei 13.

Was silent, as if covered by gloomy clouds, and people felt extremely oppressed.

Inside the meeting room.

Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni leaned on his cane, his face serious, his figure even more hunched, his old and sharp gaze sweeping over the people below.

Everyone was doubting life.

In just a few short days, half of the captains, their former colleagues, were gone!

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Now.

At the captain level.

Only Unohana Retsu, Kyōraku Shunsui, Ukitake Jūshirō, Zaraki Kenpachi, Kuchiki Byakuya, and Shiba Isshin remained.

Now.

It had reached the most urgent moment!

Gotei 13.

Urgently needed fresh blood.

"Regarding the captain duties of Urahara, Yoruichi, Hirako Shinji, and others, prioritize selection from the lieutenants."

"For divisions where the lieutenant also fled, the 3rd seat will step up!"

Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni was expressionless, deciding on future promotions, while looking up slightly.

Looking at the sky outside the window, he narrowed his eyes.

Fifty years.

Kuchiki Senya, have you not rested enough?

Below.

The captains nodded one after another.

Even the most arrogant Kenpachi quieted down at this moment.

"If you have suitable candidates, you can also recommend them."

"Meeting adjourned."

Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni said softly.

Then, leaning on his cane, he walked out of the headquarters and headed straight toward the Senya Pavilion.

Before long.

In front of the Senya Pavilion.

Captain-Commander Yamamoto was dressed in ordinary old man's clothes, leaning on his cane, looking at the beauties in front of him.

He frowned slightly.

According to the intelligence personnel, Kuchiki Senya was here right now.

Subsequently.

He stepped inside with difficulty.

Above.

Kuchiki Senya was drinking wine, and seeing an old man with an X-shaped scar on his head and snow-white whiskers, a smile of interest curled at the corner of his mouth.

Old Man Yamamoto, coming to a place like this?

"Send two girls to entertain him."

When Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni left, his legs were trembling, and his beard was standing up!

If it weren't for Kuchiki Senya's great talent, he would have drawn Ryūjin Jakka just now!

Thinking of the price he had just discussed with Kuchiki Senya.

Even the old man felt immense heartache.

However.

Being able to win over Kuchiki Senya made everything worth it!

And Kuchiki Senya was watching the old man's back, holding a pitch-black token with gold edges in his hand.

The token was blank.

This was the Gotei 13 captain's token; as long as he wanted, he could be the captain of any division!

Originally.

He had refused.

But unfortunately, the conditions offered by the old man were simply too tempting.

First.

He would only hold the title of captain, have the right to refuse all orders, and daily work would be handled by his lieutenant.

However.

He would still be the supreme commander of a certain division and could command and mobilize all combat power within the division.

Furthermore.

After discussions between the old man and the Central 46, the area previously belonging to the Tsunayashiro family was assigned to him.

Although the wealth of the Tsunayashiro family had been divided among the remaining three great noble families and high-ranking nobles after its fall.

However.

In the noble district where every inch of land was worth gold, even just the Tsunayashiro family's mansion was a staggering fortune.

"They really spent a fortune." Kuchiki Senya's mouth curled slightly.

He.

Had only given up the title of captain, and on weekdays, no one would bother him, he didn't need to handle official business, and he could still drink and play as he pleased.

However.

He had gained the combat power of an entire division for nothing, as well as the mansion of the Tsunayashiro family, which was worth ten thousand gold.

Not bad.

Very good!

Kuchiki Senya felt gratified in his heart, so he changed his posture and continued to lie down.

Tomorrow.

Would be the day he took office as captain.

He could choose a division to take over.

The next day.

Gotei 13, headquarters.

A drunken, swaying figure walked in swaggeringly.

Wearing a gold-trimmed shirt, holding a bottle of strong liquor in his hand, with a lazy, drunken expression on his face.

"Kuchiki Senya..."

Countless members of the Gotei 13 recognized this figure.

Previously.

He had single-handedly slaughtered dozens of Menos Grande, as well as two captain-level combatants, and the strongest shield of Soul Society.

Known as the number one genius of Soul Society.

Kuchiki Senya, who possessed the strongest sharpness-type Zanpakutō, Ten-Dan-Ban-Shō!

Even if.

He looked like just a drunkard.

No one dared to underestimate him, and everyone looked at him with awe.

"Quick, go report to the captain, the Captain-Commander!"

Before long.

Kuchiki Senya arrived at the captain's meeting room under the reception of Unohana Retsu.

Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni sat high at the head of the table.

And below.

Were the six captains lined up in order.

4th Division Captain, Unohana Retsu.

6th Division Captain, Kuchiki Byakuya.

10th Division Captain, Shiba Isshin.

8th Division Captain, Kyōraku Shunsui.

11th Division Captain, Zaraki Kenpachi.

12th Division Captain, Ukitake Jūshirō.