“It's all thanks to you that Captain Kuchiki was able to escape the pain,” Kyoraku Shunsui said sincerely.
Kyoraku Shunsui and Kuchiki Jushiro were the first students from the Shin'o Academy to become captains. Their bond was incredibly deep. They not only became captains at the same time but were also both taken in as personal disciples by Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni. Moreover, they were the only two captains in Soul Society to possess two Zanpakuto after their Shikai.
“You're too kind, Captain Kyoraku! It's what I should be doing.” Genji Takamitsu said without being obsequious or arrogant.
Genji Takamitsu didn't boast about his achievements. Kyoraku Shunsui noticed this and began to admire Genji Takamitsu.
“By the way, Four Division's kid, you should be careful at night. Even within the Seireitei.” Kyoraku Shunsui's words carried a hidden meaning.
Genji Takamitsu knew who Kyoraku Shunsui was referring to. After all, it was because of Kyoraku Shunsui's closeness that Aizen Sosuke chose to leave.
“Thank you for the reminder, Captain Kyoraku. In that case, let me give you some advice as well, Captain Kyoraku! You should drink less alcohol. After all, in this world, only when you have enough strength can you do things without regrets.”
After finishing his words, Genji Takamitsu bowed to Kyoraku Shunsui and walked past him without waiting for a response.
Kyoraku Shunsui was lost in thought about Genji Takamitsu's words.
“Alcohol… and no regrets? … Sigh…”
The late-night streets of the Seireitei were instantly filled with Kyoraku Shunsui's sighing.
…
Early the next morning, Genji Takamitsu, who was making a new medicine, heard some news brought back from the squad by Natsume Ruruka.
“Genji, Senior! Did you hear? The whole Gotei 13 is buzzing about it right now!”
“What?” Genji Takamitsu replied casually.
Genji Takamitsu's indifferent expression made Natsume Ruruka a little helpless.
Over these past few days, she had already realized that her new Senior seemed uninterested in anything or anyone.
Natsume Ruruka said in a rather bored tone: “I heard… that the captain of the 12th Division, Yachiru Unohana, is about to be promoted!”
“Promotion?” Roka Yūsuke said curiously, “Captain Yachiru Unohana is already a captain, how can she be promoted? Does it mean she’s becoming a Captain Commander?”
“No, that’s not how it works!” Genji Takamitsu said.
Finishing his work, Genji Takamitsu looked at the squad members of the Medical Division and said: “The so-called promotion doesn’t mean that she's going to be promoted to any of the Gotei 13 divisions! It’s a promotion that’s only for the King’s Special Forces—the Zero Division, which protects the Soul King!”
“Zero Division?!” ×4!
For the members of the Medical Division, this term was unheard of.
Genji Takamitsu said: “Perhaps you heard a saying while you were taking classes at the Shin'o Academy. Gillian and above Hollows fall under the jurisdiction of the King’s Special Forces—the Zero Division. And now Yachiru Unohana's promotion is her promotion to the Zero Division.”
“Zero Division—King’s Special Forces, their main responsibility is to guard the Soul King’s Palace and the Soul King. Currently, there are four members, and all four are captains. The Shinigami named Hyōsube Ichibē is the leader.”
“Now that the 12th Division's Yachiru Unohana has been promoted to the Zero Division, the Zero Division will be composed of five instead of four.”
“No way! There’s actually a five-person division?!” Miyagi Ryōta exclaimed in surprise.
Oda Hanayori also couldn’t believe it. She was equally surprised and said: “Besides, four… or now five, they are actually responsible for protecting the Soul King? Unbelievable?!”
Genji Takamitsu smiled and explained: “The Zero Division's overall strength surpasses the entire Gotei 13. However, because each member is responsible for important tasks, they never show up unless it's an emergency.”
“More importantly, each member has created something of great significance for Soul Society, so every member is crucial for Soul Society.”
“I never thought… Captain Yachiru Unohana was such a great woman,” Roka Yūsuke muttered.
Genji Takamitsu nodded and said: “That’s right! She’s a very respectable senior.”
“Wow! Amazing! I didn’t expect Captain Yachiru Unohana to be such a person. Besides, she’s such a beauty!” Natsume Ruruka’s eyes were filled with admiration.
Hearing those words, Genji Takamitsu scoffed and thought: “If you ever get to know what kind of existence the King of the Zero Division is, you probably won't think that way!”
“But… these things… should be kept confidential, right? Genji, Senior… how do you know so much?” Roka Yūsuke's eyes were fixed on Genji Takamitsu, who was looking left and right.
“Hehe…”
I’ve been careless…!
I just wanted to show off my knowledge in front of my colleagues, but I’ve said too much…
Genji Takamitsu had to say seriously: “Well… yes! These are all secrets of Soul Society and the Seireitei! So, you guys definitely can’t spread it around. Just listen. As for how I know…”
Genji Takamitsu smiled mysteriously, “ … You’ll find out… later!”
After all, the Genji clan… is full of knowledgeable, well-educated, talented individuals… even though they all got it from their ancestors.
“Tch!”
Seeing Genji Takamitsu avoiding the topic seriously, Roka Yūsuke was very unhappy!
But he himself knew that it was inappropriate to spread this kind of information. So, Roka Yūsuke didn’t ask further.
On the other hand, in the captain's office of the Second Division, Yoruichi Shihōin and Kisuke Urahara were thinking about some important matter with their arms crossed.
Hiding in a corner, Hachi stood with a look of anger at Kisuke Urahara, who was sitting beside the revered Yoruichi Shihōin. He looked as if he was gnashing his teeth.
Hachi had already decided that after Kisuke Urahara left, she would hand over the 《Work Report of the Third Seat of the Second Division—Kisuke Urahara》 to Yoruichi Shihōin so that she could know the true nature of that bastard.
“As expected… I have to use a Transfer Body! Otherwise, there is no way to make it in time for the captain selection!” Yoruichi Shihōin sighed.
“Ah! Transfer Body has the function to forcefully materialize the Zanpakuto’s true form and summon it to the world where the wielder is, thus making it easier for the wielder to defeat their Zanpakuto and achieve Bankai. However, there seems to be some flaws… I have no time to improve it!”
Kisuke Urahara scratched his head and said: “Forget it! Anyway, we can still win! Let’s start now!”
Hachi, who was in the corner, heard that the two of them seemed to be leaving, immediately became anxious and rushed out.
“Yoruichi-sama!”
Both Yoruichi Shihōin and Kisuke Urahara were surprised, they didn’t expect Hachi to be here.
“Oh! Hachi… what’s the matter? You look so flustered.”
Hearing Yoruichi Shihōin asking her, Hachi quickly said: “Yoruichi-sama! Please stay away from this terrible scoundrel beside you.”
“Me?!” Kisuke Urahara pointed at himself in surprise.
“Kisuke?” Yoruichi Shihōin looked at Kisuke Urahara and then asked Hachi: “So, what's wrong with him?”
“Here! Yoruichi-sama! This is the information I’ve gathered by following him for many days. Please have a look and understand his true nature.”
“Oh?”
Yoruichi Shihōin narrowed her eyes and took the report.
“Oh! I see… I see… Oh oh oh! I never thought! Kisuke! You actually did such a thing?! My goodness… you’ve kept it from me for so long! How terrible of you!”
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