Bleach: I'm picking up attributes in Seireitei

Kukaku's smile was bright and direct, her eyes full of expectation.

To be honest, the Kukaku is very beautiful.

She exudes not only youthful and beautiful energy, but also a kind of unrestrained and bold beauty.

Normally, Wang Xun would be happy to respond to this expectation.

But now...

Wang Xun felt the hairs on the back of his neck stand on end; it was a physiological reaction to being locked onto by danger.

"Um, Kukaku."

He hesitated before speaking, but out of the corner of his eye he noticed that Qixu's gaze was fixed on him like that of a hawk.

"Actually, I already have plans for today, sorry..."

After saying this, Wang Xun felt the murderous aura around him lessen slightly.

Konghe glanced at Wang Xunming's slightly tense expression, then at the expressionless little boy next to her who was secretly observing her out of the corner of his eye. She knew exactly what was going on.

The disappointment in her eyes lasted only a moment, before being replaced by a sly and knowing look.

"Oh, I have a date with you."

Kukaku drawled out her words.

"Well, there's really nothing we can do about that. Let's do it together again next time."

She waved generously, her smile still bright: "That's fine for today, I'm going to find my older brother now!"

After saying that, she turned around briskly and left with light steps.

After turning a corner, Kukaku quietly turned back and glanced behind her out of the corner of her eye.

As the sun set, Wang Xun seemed to breathe a sigh of relief, his shoulders slumping slightly, and Ise Nanao's gaze was no longer so sharp.

A smirk appeared on Sora's lips.

That little girl named Qixu looks quite young, but her thoughts are quite obvious.

But...

Sora didn't care, after all, she was still a little kid who hadn't grown up yet and posed no threat to her.

Someone like Wang Xun should appreciate a more mature and voluptuous type, right?

Konghe weighed his substantial assets in his hands, brimming with confidence.

She hummed an off-key tune and soon disappeared around the street corner.

On the other side, watching Kong He's figure disappear, Wang Xun finally felt the pressure that had been weighing on his back dissipate.

He quietly exhaled a breath of stale air.

"Nanao, shall we go too?"

"We agreed yesterday to go to the new Ichiraku Ramen shop, and it's on me."

Qi Xu paused for a moment before giving a soft reply.

On the way to the ramen shop, the atmosphere eased up a bit.

The newly opened Ichiraku Ramen is located in the West Zone 1. It has better facilities and environment, and has attracted a lot more customers.

Furthermore, Grim Reapers from Seireitei frequently visit the area.

As lunchtime approached, the restaurant was already quite crowded.

The individual tables were already full, so Wang Xun and Qi Xu sat down at the bar. Just as they finished ordering, a familiar voice rang out with surprise.

"Huh? Wang Xun, Qi Xu, what a coincidence!"

Upon hearing this, Wang Xun looked up and saw Shiba Kukaku walking over from the side, his face beaming with undisguised joy.

Shiba Kaien was following behind her, and he paused for a moment when he saw Wang Xun.

Wang Xun was startled and subconsciously glanced at Qi Xu beside him.

Nana paused for a moment while holding the teacup, then casually lowered her head and took a sip of tea.

But Wang Xun clearly saw that she narrowed her eyes slightly behind her glasses and glanced at Kong He who was walking towards her.

Kukaku, however, had already approached him familiarly.

"Did you guys just order too? My brother and I just arrived as well."

"What a coincidence..."

Wang Xun could already feel the low pressure coming from beside him.

Kong He smiled broadly, his eyes darting between Wang Xun and Qi Xu.

Nanao raised her eyes, calmly looked at Kukaku, and pushed up her glasses: "It is indeed a coincidence. I didn't expect to run into you here."

His tone was polite, but there was a hint of indifference in it.

"That's right," Kukaku said with a smile, "there's no room around, let's squeeze in together."

After saying that, Kong He sat down next to Wang Xun, while Hai Yan sat down next to Kong He with an awkward smile and raised her hand to greet Wang Xun.

Soon, the ramen they ordered was served.

Konghe glanced at the ramen in Wang Xun's bowl, a glint of shrewdness flashing in his eyes.

"Is this a new flavor of ramen? I wonder what it tastes like. Can I try it?"

As she spoke, her chopsticks were already reaching out eagerly, her eyes sparkling as she looked at Wang Xun with a hint of coquetry.

"May I?"

Before Wang Xun could respond, another pair of chopsticks swiftly and steadily picked up a pinch of noodles from Wang Xun's bowl, placed it on a small plate, and handed it to Kong He.

The movements were fluid, precise, and carried an undeniable air of composure.

After doing all this, Nanao calmly said, "Use a plate, it's more hygienic."

Kukaku blinked, looked at the clump of noodles in the dish, then at Nanao's expressionless face, and burst out laughing, finding it extremely amusing.

The rest of the meal proceeded in a strange and somewhat noisy atmosphere.

Konghe remained lively, frequently finding topics to chat with Wang Xun and Haiyan, and occasionally mentioning Nanao.

Most of the time, Nanao ate her noodles quietly, only responding briefly when necessary, but Wang Xun could sense that part of her attention was always on Kukaku.

Whenever Kukaku gets too close to Wang Xun, or looks at Wang Xun with an overly bright smile, Nanao slows down her chewing and picks up her teacup more often.

Kukaku looked at Nanao's seemingly calm profile and found it amusing, but she didn't think it was anything to be wary of.

This little girl, Qixu, is clearly obsessed with something, but she still has to pretend to be calm.

However, it's actually quite cute.

In her view, Nanao was more like a little sister who was possessive of her dependent older brother and was not a cause for concern.

This battle ultimately ended in my victory.

whee.

Finally, the dinner party ended amidst a facade of harmony, but beneath which a turbulent undercurrent was brewing.

Wang Xun paid the bill first, and the group walked out of the store together.

"Thank you for the treat, Wang Xun!"

Kukaku waved with a bright smile.

"Next time it's my older brother's and my turn to treat, Xiao Qixu has to come too!"

Haiyan waved goodbye, and the two siblings left side by side.

Only when their figures disappeared into the night did Wang Xun's tense nerves relax.

This meal felt more tiring than a day of intense training...

He looked at Qixu beside him. In the darkness of the night, her petite figure appeared somewhat frail as she quietly gazed in the direction where Konghe had left.

Nana turned her head, the moonlight and streetlights reflecting off her glasses.

"Miss Shiba is very pretty and lively. She seems to care a lot about you."

"Um..."

Wang Xun scratched his chin, unsure how to respond.

Before Wang Xun could respond, Qi Xu skipped the topic.

"We have an exam tomorrow, let's go home early."

Wang Xun followed Qi Xu, the two walking side by side.

Qi Xu quietly turned her head to look at the boy beside her.

In the darkness, the strong lines of his profile were clearly visible, but for some reason, he looked exceptionally haggard.

The moonlight shone on his white hair, giving it a soft sheen.

At this moment, Qixu's mind was in turmoil.

A strange, bittersweet feeling, tinged with warmth, quietly spread through her heart.

Why did I act like a kitten guarding its food just now?

There's also that feeling of not wanting others to get close to him.

A vague thought flashed through her mind, making her heart tremble slightly, but she forcibly suppressed it.

No, that's not right.

I'm just... just used to him being around.

Yes, that must be it...