Restricted Death

Chapter 142 I Will Not Die
Retsu Unohana, the most senior captain of the Gotei 13, is not only incredibly strong but also an expert in the art of backstabs, making her the best backstabber among the current Gotei 13.

Shin Tachikawa is probably the most talented Shinigami in a century. He was able to defeat Gin Ichimaru, who had mastered Bankai, just one year after graduating from the Spirit Arts Academy. According to him, he had not yet mastered Bankai, but his skill in using the Dao was also quite high.

For Soul Society, losing either one would be a tremendous loss.

And these are all things that Seireitei is unwilling to accept.

Having figured everything out, Shiba Isshin was now sweating profusely. He immediately said, "I am so sorry, Captain-Commander! Please rescind your previous order immediately!"

Kyoraku Shunsui said, "It's not that simple. If it really is the worst outcome, it has nothing to do with the previous orders. On the contrary, we must make some plans as soon as possible."

Zhibo hurriedly asked, "How do we do it?"

Kyoraku Shunsui said, "We can do it the same way we did with Captain Zaraki before."

He looked at Captain-Commander Yamamoto: "You need to step in and order Captain Unohana not to fight with Tachikawa."

Ukitake nodded and said, "That's the only way."

The three of them had discussed this before Shiba Isshin arrived.

Looking at the extremely tense Shiba Isshin, Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni said, "This matter has nothing to do with you. It is thanks to your agreement with Tachikawa Shin that we became aware of this matter. The agreement for Tachikawa to take over as the captain of the 10th Division can still stand."

Ukitake said, "Right now, we're just making the safest plans for the worst-case scenario. Nobu-kun is different from Captain Zaraki; he's a very sensible person. Perhaps all of this is just our wild speculation."

Shiba Isshin said, "Then we can call Tachikawa over to ask him."

Kyoraku Shunsui pondered, "Also, it would be best to separate Tachikawa and Captain Unohana. In my opinion, Tachikawa may not be so sensible. He has been holding sparring sessions with other squads in private and even sparring with Captain Zaraki in the Eleventh Squad. These have never been reported."

Captain-Commander Yamamoto nodded: "Then call him over first."

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Shin was completely bewildered when he suddenly received the summons from the First Division, wondering if he had done something wrong recently.
He only comes to the First Division dormitory during the monthly vice-captain's report meeting, and the only other time he has come is when the Thirteenth Division exchange meeting was discussed.

After being led into the Captain-Commander's office by Chojiro Sasaki, Shin immediately guessed that it might be related to his appointment as the captain of the 10th Division.

Does this mean it will be moved up?
"Greetings, Captain-General, and the three captains."

Kyoraku smiled and said, "Don't be nervous. I called you here to talk about your upcoming appointment as captain of the 10th Division."

"Isn't there still two years left?" Xin asked.

Shiba Isshin smiled and said, "I can't wait any longer. If you were to take over this year, would you have any questions?"

At first, Shin didn't think much of it, but when he heard Shiba Isshin's rather lame reason, Shin became wary.

What do you mean? A Grim Reaper can't even wait two years?
Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni pondered for a moment and said, "The main reason is that the Central 46th Bureau hopes that you can take up the post as soon as possible. Do you have any questions?"

These words made Shin relax a little. If it was because the 46th Chamber didn't want to see two Captain Shiba in the 13th Squad, then it was perfectly understandable.

After a moment's thought, Xin said, "I should have followed the arrangement, but this sudden change has caught me off guard. Only one year has passed since the three-year agreement was made..."

"Do you have any concerns?" Captain-Commander Yamamoto asked.

"I still have some matters to attend to in the Fourth Division. I hope to finish them properly. I hope the Captain-Commander can give me some more time."

"What is it?" Yamamoto pressed.

"..."

Xin's eyes flickered slightly. He sensed that the atmosphere in the room was a little off. The four captains present were all staring at him, as if trying to find something out from him.

"It's currently the time for the new graduates of the Spirit Arts Academy to be assigned to squads, and the number of applicants for the Fourth Squad is still the smallest. I've been trying to change this situation for a while and have done some work on it. I hope I can continue to do so."

After Shin said this, Shiba Isshin breathed a slight sigh of relief.

Xin glanced at him.

Kyoraku said, "It's impossible to change the atmosphere of a squad in three years."

Xin nodded and said, "I understand. As long as the relevant work is on the right track, that's fine."

Kyoraku continued, "You can leave this matter to Captain Unohana and Vice-Captain Kotetsu. You can continue to advise them after you leave; that won't prevent you from doing so." Shin: "..."

Shin sensed something was wrong. The captains present were acting too eagerly. If the 46th Chamber was really pressing them, why were Kyoraku and Ukitake here as well?

And shouldn't Captain Unohana have been invited to discuss this as well?

The Central Bureau of Statistics had already agreed to this before, so why did they suddenly change their minds...?

At this moment, Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni suddenly spoke up: "Tachikawa Shin, I ask you, besides what you've said, is there any other reason why you continue to stay in the Fourth Division?"

"..."

Ukitake sighed almost imperceptibly.

"Have."

Xin nodded in agreement.

"Then why didn't you just say so earlier?"

"It's just a small matter," Xin said calmly and serenely.

The room suddenly fell silent, and the four captains' eyes were all focused on Xin, as if they were about to interrogate him.

"What is it?"

The letter did not hide anything: "I have long admired Captain Unohana, who was the first Kenpachi, and have always wanted to be personally instructed by him."

"No." Yamamoto gave the order directly in a deep voice.

"why?"

"Unohana is no longer Kenpachi; she is now the captain of the Fourth Division."

Xin chuckled: "This has little to do with whether she's Kenpachi or not, her swordsmanship is still there."

"no!"

"..."

"Next month, we will hold an inauguration ceremony for you as captain. Get ready."

"..."

Feeling helpless despite his confidence, he said, "I don't understand, it was just a friendly spar."

Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni stared intently at the letter for a long while before saying, "Just focus on preparing to take up your post as captain of the 10th Division."

Shin looked at him, but then said, "But Captain Unohana might also be looking forward to a battle with me."

"I won't allow it."

"Does the Captain-Commander intend to strictly order Captain Unohana and me to never take action? You and Captain Unohana are the most senior members of the Soul Society, and you know our captain better than I do. Your concern about this matter shows that you understand our captain's true intentions. Aren't you afraid that something might happen to her if you keep her in this closed-off state?"

Yamamoto's eyes narrowed slightly: "Kid, are you lecturing me?"

"I wouldn't dare. I was just telling the truth. Otherwise, I could have easily made up some excuse. You might not believe me, but even if I hadn't admitted it, the Captain-Commander wouldn't have imprisoned me, would he? Captain Unohana can't stay in Seireitei forever. I often go on field missions, and there are always opportunities when I'm out there. I'm saying all this to express my sincerity to you. I want to save our captain."

save?

Just as Yamamoto was about to explode in anger, he suddenly heard Kyoraku beside him call out, "Master Yamamoto."

He suppressed his anger, while Kyoraku Shunsui calmly watched the letter, inwardly sighing, "This kid is definitely not a peaceful fellow."

"you will die."

"I won't."

(End of this chapter)