Crossover Anime: Starting with Bankai from Demon Slayer

Chapter 380 Two People Leisurely Strolling in the Modern World

"That kid, still not back today?"

That afternoon, Coach Ohara frowned as he looked at Asuka, who was still absent from the roster.

The teacher opposite him, Wenren, shook his head helplessly: "...Who dares to ask? The mission probably isn't finished yet. Why don't you ask the Zero Squad leader?"

"...Never mind, let's leave it at that..." Coach Ohara shook his head.

That's right, although the mission was completed, Asuka has not returned to Soul Society.

The thought of sitting in a classroom at the Spirit Arts Academy, facing Professor Wen Ren's blackboard filled with all sorts of ancient history and obscure incantations, was unbearable.

The bird's head hurt so much, it felt like it was about to split open.

So, facing Shinobu Kocho, who was about to open the portal, he said confidently, "I think the space in the real world has just been impacted and is still very unstable."

"As the agent of death personally appointed by the Spirit King, I must stay here to continue to observe for a period of time, in order to prevent any remaining lingering vengeful spirits from causing trouble."

Butterfly paused, a mischievous smile flickering in her eyes: "Oh dear, Mr. Asuka is truly dedicated."

"But if you skip class for a long time, the teachers might get angry."

"Sigh, there's no other way. Protecting the three realms is a heavy responsibility." Asuka avoided Shinobu's gaze and replied seriously, "For the sake of the world, I'll bear the infamy."

Seeing Asuka's feigned seriousness, Shinobu Kocho covered her mouth and chuckled helplessly.

"Alright, since Lord Asuka has made his decision, as your deputy, I will naturally stay in the mortal world to assist you."

Shinobu's eyes curved into beautiful crescent moons: "However, regarding Captain Unohana's request for leave, I'll trouble you to personally discuss it with Manager Urahara and borrow his communication equipment."

Thus, taking advantage of the opportunity to monitor the stability of the present world, Asuka brazenly stayed at Urahara Store.

Kisuke Urahara was naturally more than happy to have these two stay at his home to strengthen their bond.

Not only did they readily help them with the leave application process in Soul Society, but they also thoughtfully prepared civilian clothes, artificial bodies, and plenty of pocket money for them.

Asuka also enjoyed the most relaxed and comfortable time since his return.

There was no fighting, no intrigue, and no headache-inducing books.

He dug out the old, dilapidated bicycle he used to deliver goods back then.

Although the chain still creaked, after a simple oiling and repair, it was surprisingly easy to ride.

A summer breeze, carrying moisture from the river, swept across the clean streets of Karakura Town.

Asuka was wearing a simple solid-color T-shirt and casual trousers, looking like an ordinary high school student.

He pedaled lightly, letting the bicycle glide smoothly along the tree-lined riverside path.

On the back of the bicycle, Shinobu Kocho was wearing a floral knee-length dress with a light-colored knitted cardigan over it.

She sat sideways in the back seat, gently wrapping her arms around Fei Niao's strong waist, and pressed her cheek against his back.

Sunlight cast dappled shadows on the two of them, reflecting their pounding heartbeats.

"Asuka, look at that cloud over there, doesn't it look like a white dog taking a nap?" Shinobu Kocho pointed to a soft, fluffy cumulonimbus cloud on the horizon, her voice unusually lighthearted.

"No, it doesn't look like it." Asuka's tone was calm, with a hint of a smile. "I think it looks more like that rice ball you burned in the kitchen yesterday."

"Mr. Asuka!" Kocho, suppressing her embarrassment and annoyance, lightly pinched Asuka's waist. "I already told you it's because Manager Urahara's secondhand oven is too difficult to control!"

"If you keep making sarcastic remarks like this, all we'll have for dinner tonight is boiled cabbage."

"Okay, okay, I was wrong." Asuka rarely admitted defeat.

Feeling the slight, insignificant force coming from his waist and the real warmth emanating from his back, Asuka's brows unconsciously relaxed.

What seems ordinary and even boring to the average person is a luxury they have earned with countless blood and tears for people who have been teetering on the edge of life and death for nearly a century.

If he could, he wished this riverside street would never end.

The two rode their bikes aimlessly around Karakura Town.

They went to the downtown shopping street to see the wide variety of modern goods.

Asuka had no interest in those fancy clothes, but Shinobu Kocho showed her girlish nature, dragging him through one clothing store and accessory shop after another.

Although she didn't buy anything in the end, she was still happy to see Shinobu Kocho's happy smile as she held up one silk scarf after another in front of the mirror.

Asuka thought that if things could continue like this, it wouldn't be bad.

In the afternoon, they went into a movie theater.

The pocket money given to them by Kisuke Urahara came in handy; they bought two tickets to a recently popular action blockbuster and a large bucket of popcorn.

In the darkened screening room, a Hollywood-style action-packed gunfight and car chase scene was playing on the screen.

However, for Asuka, who was used to seeing battles between Grim Reapers, these action designs in modern movies seemed like child's play, full of flaws.

Asuka stuffed popcorn into her mouth expressionlessly, while whispering instructions to Shinobu Kocho in her ear.

Butterfly listened to Bird's extremely straight-man-like complaints, feeling both annoyed and amused.

She stretched out her slender finger and gently placed it on the bird's lips, shushing it.

"Mr. Asuka, this is a movie, it's acting, not a battle between Shinigami." Shinobu's eyes sparkled in the screen's reflection. "Can't you just put aside your fighting instincts for a moment and simply enjoy the story?"

Feeling the soft touch on her lips and seeing Shinobu's slightly coquettish face, Asuka obediently closed her mouth.

"it is good."

He gave a vague reply, his gaze returning to the screen, but his mind was already far away.

He moved quietly in the darkness and gently placed his hand on the back of Shinobu's hand, which was resting on the armrest.

Shinobu's breath hitched slightly, but she didn't pull her hand away, letting Asuka's large, warm palm envelop her.

In the deafeningly loud movie theater, the two men's heartbeats could be clearly heard.

At night, I returned to the basement of Urahara Store.

After enjoying the sumptuous dinner prepared by Tessai, the group gathered in the living room to watch television.

On the television screen, a late-night program with extremely high viewership in the modern world—"The Paranormal Expedition"—is playing.

"Hahaha! Viewers at home! Welcome to this episode of 'The Paranormal Adventure Team'!"

On the screen, a man dressed in extremely flamboyant clothes and wearing sunglasses is laughing exaggeratedly.

He crossed his arms in his signature pose: "I am your spiritual master, Tang Kannonji! Today, we will lead you to explore the deepest evil curse in Karakura Town!"

Asuka sat cross-legged on the tatami mat, watching the clown-like man on TV, her brows twitching.

"Is this guy serious?" Asuka commented, pointing at the TV. "He only has that pitifully weak amount of spiritual power... I hope nothing bad will happen to him."

"Oh dear, Asuka-kun, don't be so serious." Kisuke Urahara approached with a smile, holding a cup of hot tea. "Human life in the modern world is stressful, so we need entertainment programs like this to relax."

"Moreover, although Master Tang Guanyin Temple was flamboyant, he could occasionally solve some minor problems by accident."

"I heard that there are special guests appearing on today's episode."

Following Urahara's words, the camera on the TV screen switched to a man standing next to Kannonji.

He was a young man wearing an inexpensive gray suit, with short blond hair, who looked somewhat shrewd and calculating.

He straightened his tie in front of the camera, flashing a deceptively professional smile.

"Good evening, everyone. I am a spiritual practitioner invited by the abbot of Guanyin Temple to assist in this exorcism."

"Reigen Arataka".

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