Bleach: The Captain of the Fifth Division Becomes Stronger Through Training

"Kuchiki Rukia."

"For committing a serious crime of giving the power of death to a mortal, the verdict is now made after the judgment of the Forty-sixth Chamber."

"death penalty."

"Twenty-five days later, under the witness of the Gotei 13."

"In the flames of death, burn this body full of sin."

A cold verdict.

But somehow, Kuchiki Rukia didn't feel any surprise.

——Even for myself, not only did I not feel fear or fear at this time, but I felt a subtle sense of relief.

‘Ah, that’s it. ’

It's like an expected ending.

Or rather, is this the ending that I am also looking forward to?

If you think about it carefully, it seems that it is indeed the same thing.

The adopted daughter of the Kuchiki family has a label attached to her, and she should accept this gift no matter whether she is sad or happy.

So act strong and be fearless.

But is this really the life you want?

My sister has found her own happiness, and Brother Byakuya is a reliable person worthy of trust.

If he continues to live there, he will only disrupt their lives.

So...this will do.

That's enough.

Although he didn't have time to apologize to the two of them, he still felt guilty in his heart for his unauthorized actions, which had tarnished the name of the Kuchiki family.

But now that the matter is over, all the rumors will disappear with my death.

Thoughts, ideas, entangled with a little attachment.

In my mind, it turned into emotion about reality, and finally I lowered my head deeply.

"I plead guilty."

Boom!

Hidden in the conference room underground.

Chamber 46, which belongs to the highest authority in Soul Society, reached a consensus at this moment.

"Then, for your dereliction of duty."

"In order to respect history, correct our attitude, and to warn future generations, we pronounce your verdict again."

--death penalty.

…

"What a joke!!!"

Renji Abarai threw the tea cup in his hand heavily to the ground, the porcelain shattered and splashed everywhere.

The tea stuck to pieces and shot out in all directions like blood, causing everyone who was passing by to stop and watch.

But soon.

These people lowered their heads one after another and quickened their pace in the direction they were walking.

There is no other reason.

The two parties currently confronting each other in the room were the captain and vice-captain of the Sixth Division.

Even after witnessing the broken valuable porcelain, Kuchiki Byakuya showed no sign of wavering.

"Transferring the power of the God of Death to ordinary people is indeed a serious crime according to the express regulations of the law. But..."

Renji was a little choked for a moment.

After all, some things can be understood in the heart, but when spoken, the nature is completely different.

"In short, it is impossible for Lucia to be sentenced to this kind of punishment!"

It can only be said that there is no brain as well as no brain. Renji Abarai, who is not good at thinking, has a hard time calculating gains and losses, but he can also grasp the key points at subtle moments.

"Captain! There is something fishy about this matter. There must be someone inside who wants to frame Lucia. We..."

"What should we do?"

He took Renji's words calmly.

Byakuya Kuchiki was sitting on the seat. At this moment, he just lowered his head and looked at the cup in his hand.

"Do you know who framed Lucia? Or is this just your family's opinion? You don't even have evidence to judge others' evil?"

The continuous questions were like steel needles piercing his heart and lungs, making Renji's expression become tangled.

"But, but..."

Speechless.

After all, he was facing his own captain at this moment.

Byakuya Kuchiki, this well-known aristocratic man not only has a proud and noble temperament, but he is also the one whom Renji respects.

Regardless of temperament or strength, I am far inferior to the other party... so even in this 'tit for tat' moment.

Abarai Renji still felt a little unmotivated.

"If we just let things go like this, Rukia will die, Captain!"

Subtle silence.

It wasn't until Kuchiki Byakuya closed his eyes slightly that the plain tone came again.

"Room 46."

"...?"

"Do you know the origin of this name?"

"...No, I don't know."

"It is a parliamentary organization put together by people who are highly respected in the Soul Society and have talents comparable to the captain."

Although it is not clear why science popularization suddenly started.

But at this time, Abarai Renji did not choose to interrupt... He just waited quietly for the other party's statement.

"These people are wise and intelligent. In a sense, the council they constitute also represents the collective wisdom of everyone in Soul Society."

"Their sentence was not a light one but the result of careful consideration."

"Now...are you trying to tell me that these people's thoughts are far inferior to yours and mine?"

Renji Abarai.

"There must be a limit to arrogance."

"..."

Feeling of oppression.

Although it didn't appear to be anything substantial, the mere words and deeds at this moment were enough for Renji to feel the pressure of something substantial.

It's really powerful.

No matter in any aspect, he is far inferior to the other party.

If it were in the past, Renji might have chosen to give up this argument temporarily - after all, no matter how you think about it, his eloquence is definitely not as good as the captain's.

But.

What came to mind at this moment was the yellow-haired man who seemed to be the 'culprit'.

Retreating will not lead to reconciliation.

Simply giving in is just an excuse for cowardice.

If the weak guys can stand up for their ideals, then... what about me?

Not to prove anything, but to challenge the indomitable spirit in my heart.

Renji Abarai did not 'give up' this time, but mustered up his courage and said in a low voice.

"Then... Rukia died like this, it doesn't matter?"

"..."

Surprise? Shock?

Maybe a little bit... The surprised expression flashed across Byakuya Kuchiki's face, formed in an instant, and then dissipated.

After a breath of pause, the captain of the Sixth Division stood up and chose to turn around and leave.

"Calm your head for a moment, Abarai Renji."

"I will treat this impolite behavior as an unintentional act of yours."

"Therefore... it will not happen again."

There will not be a next time.

For the self-conceited Byakuya Kuchiki, this is undoubtedly the most serious warning.

He was so nervous that his body began to tremble slightly. Abarai Renji clenched his teeth, but he could not say more than half a word until Byakuya's back disappeared.

I don't know if he was annoyed by his cowardice.

Or because of something else that cannot be seen or touched...

The vice-captain of the 6th Division roared angrily.

"Damn it!!!"

Listening to the incompetent roar from behind.

Byakuya Kuchiki's expression has never changed at all.

A true noble, as the head of a family, also means the existence of the face of the 6th Division.

Byakuya Kuchiki has already twisted his expression to stiffness.

The mask covering both the inside and the outside is enough to cover up all the shortcomings and defects.

Only when there are no weaknesses can one be invulnerable.

But... are things really as calm as expected?

It doesn't matter if Rukia dies? What a joke... How can I not care?

But Kuchiki Byakuya is no longer the age where he can act recklessly.

Once, he betrayed his identity because of his naivety. Now, is he going to repeat the same mistake again?

I can't do it.

Back then, I could still pray to my grandfather to forgive me, but now that I have made a mistake, who can comfort me for my mistakes?

Kuchiki Hime can't comfort him, even Byakuya himself can't forgive such behavior.

There is no answer in my heart.

In addition to confusion and helplessness, there is only a dull feeling called "confusion" at this moment.

Where should I go? What should I continue to do?

In a trance, Kuchiki Byakuya has arrived at a familiar place.

"Captain Kuchiki..."

Hearing someone calling his name.

Byakuya subconsciously turned his head halfway, but saw several members who were not his own team. These people watched him from afar, their eyes full of awe and caution.

"Are you here to visit the captain?"

"..."

Who?

Looking up, the facade of the 5th Division came into view.

In an instant, Kuchiki Byakuya's expression was dazed for a moment.

Unconsciously, he had come to this familiar place - like a confused child, subconsciously finding a harbor to rely on.

For Kuchiki Byakuya now.

He may only be able to find the few understandings and comforts here.

But... can he really do this?

He is no longer that young and ignorant age.

As the head of the family, if he continues to rely on others like this, it is undoubtedly a kind of psychological immaturity.

It is a shame.

Without any reply, there is even an indescribable sense of embarrassment.

Kuchiki Byakuya turned around at this moment, but before he left here.

A familiar voice came from behind.

"Ahem, ahem... now that you're here, why don't you come in and see me?"

The footsteps slowed down, and the expression changed slightly.

Turning his head halfway in anxiety, Kuchiki Byakuya saw a familiar figure standing at the door, showing his signature smile to him.

Captain of the 5th Division, Arima Shizuya.

Raising his hand half-covering his face, he coughed and took more than half a step back.

"Come in, you must have something to say anyway."

Without waiting for the other party to respond, Arima Shizuya closed his eyes slightly and continued to speak.

"What's more, if old man Yinling saw you like this, he would think it was very inappropriate."

The so-called final decision was just like this.

Kuchiki Byakuya lowered his head as if he was a little ashamed, and walked straight towards the gate of the 5th Division.

"Sorry to bother you then."

"Oh, follow me."

Smiling and patting Kuchiki Byakuya's shoulder, Arima Shizuya shouted to several soldiers not far away.

"You guys, go and tell the Sixth Division that their captain is here, don't worry too much."

Delivering a message is just a small matter.

It's more about sending a signal to the Kuchiki family.

Byakuya went to find the trustworthy senior again...Kuchiki Himan's worry should be relieved at this moment.

The two parties walked quickly through the long corridor until they came to the reception room.

Pushing the door open, Hinamori Momo had just decorated the venue and was smiling at the two of them.

"Please take a seat, Captain Kuchiki."

"..."

Looking at the tea and cakes in front of him, Kuchiki Byakuya's expression was stiff, but the thoughts in his heart were extremely subtle.

Did you expect that you would come?

Otherwise, he wouldn't have behaved like an 'unpredictable prophet'.

"Well, I just imagined that you would come to me."

Having said this without hesitation, Shizuo Arima sat opposite him and poured herself a cup of tea with a relaxed expression.

"After all, even if you really don't come, I can still eat and drink more, so it won't be wasted."

Kuchiki Byakuya cannot comment on this approach.

Because at this moment his expression was quite ashamed.

"Excuse me...for your trouble."

Arima Shizuo also waved his hands repeatedly, with a bit of emotion in his expression.

"It doesn't matter. After all, the commotion in Room 46 is quite big, and now it has become a topic among the captains."

If you calculate it carefully.

"Captain Ukitake and Captain Kyōchō have the clearest opinions. They believe this ruling is unfair and decided to jointly file a review application to Room 46."

"Captain Unohana expressed his approval... It's very rare. The captain of the fourth division who doesn't care much about anything will express his opinion on this matter."

"Mr. Shan has been in seclusion these past few days. Although I don't know what he is tinkering with, there must be something wrong emotionally..."

Listen to Arima Shizuya talking about these things in detail.

It's also surprising.

Kuchiki Byakuya felt that his anxiety was gradually being alleviated.

"Captain Aizen of the Third Division is organizing a joint letter among the team members, intending to use the power of the masses to express protest."

"Captain Komamura of the 7th Division, Captain Tosen of the 9th Division, and Captain Ichimaru of the 10th Division also agreed to this proposal."

"Of course, I am also included in these two parties."

While sighing, Arima Shizu also smiled and said.

"So don't worry too much, Byakuya. The pressure on your shoulders must be great, but that's not a reason for you to avoid feelings."

"You actually care about Lucia, right? But if you hide your emotions like this and think about hiding it from the beginning to the end..."

"In the end, you will only end up with bruises all over your body."

If it were anyone else, they might not be able to say something too "shameless" from this perspective.

But there is only Ma Jingye.

Have this qualification.

"It is indeed your responsibility to be the head of the family, but that doesn't mean you can ignore your feelings by moving your eyes away."

"Even if you just try to fight for it a little bit, so what? Even if you look a little embarrassed, so what?"

"After all, that's what you really want to do, isn't it?"

Between silence.

Kuchiki Byakuya's mouth opened slightly.

He felt his throat tightening, and there were so many things he wanted to say, but under Shizuya Arima's gaze, he just lowered his head in the end.

Her long hair hid her face and her expression could not be seen clearly. But even so, the whisper flowed out of it like a trickle, unusually clear.

"...Thank you."

PS: Viral colds come and go.

The weather in Zhejiang has been terrible recently, with huge temperature differences.

I continued to take the diaphragm injection today, and my hands were numb... I will resume double updates tomorrow, so that's it for now.