Bleach: I'm picking up attributes in Seireitei

As the classes at the Shinigami Academy came to an end, the setting sun bathed the classroom windows in a golden glow.

Wang Xun was tidying up the theoretical notes on the table, while Qi Xu beside him had already deftly stuffed the books into a cloth bag.

Life seemed to return to normal, and Wang Xun continued attending classes, training, and collecting fragments as usual.

But he knew in his heart that some things had begun to change.

It's unclear whether it's because of the defection of the Fifth Division's captain that an invisible force has begun to exert its influence.

Specific information regarding the Soul Burial internship has not been released to the public.

The report only stated that a Hollow appeared in the real world on the day of the Soul Burial practice.

Therefore, the focus of discussions on this matter on campus has been on strengthening security and protection for related internship activities.

However, no one knew about the defection of the Fifth Division's commander.

Wang Xun speculated that it might also be related to the fact that the person in question was already dead.

Similarly, Wang Xun's actions in this matter were not widely known to the public.

However, rumors spread widely throughout the school that there was a highly skilled individual among the fifth-generation students who could instantly kill a Hollow near the level of a Killian.

Several days of training and study had left Qixu somewhat exhausted.

Seeing Nanao working too hard, Wang Xun made a suggestion.

"How about we go to Ichiraku's new store today? You probably haven't tried our new yakitori yet, have you?"

"Roasted...bird?"

Qixu looked somewhat bewildered.

"Let's go, I'll show you how to try it."

The two walked out of the classroom side by side and headed out of the Spirit Arts Academy.

Just as he was passing by the library entrance, Wang Xun caught a glimpse of a figure out of the corner of his eye.

He was a tall young man with pale yellow hair that shimmered softly in the setting sun.

He was dressed in a black shihaka uniform, with a gentle face and a humble smile on his lips, talking to a teacher.

But Wang Xun's steps slowed down almost imperceptibly by half a beat.

Why does this person look so familiar...?

But he had never actually met this person before, and had no recollection of him.

Is it just an illusion?

Wang Xun hesitated for only a moment before turning his gaze away and walking slowly away with Qi Xu.

The new Ichiraku Ramen store is becoming increasingly popular.

The newly launched yakitori series has clearly impacted the taste buds of the Rukongai residents.

Among them were many Grim Reapers, and even minor nobles from the Seireitei.

It seems that the fourth branch will open soon.

I don't know if it's possible to drive into Seireitei, but without the backing of nobles, it would be very difficult to do so.

If you could open a shop in the aristocratic district, that would truly be a source of immense wealth.

The restaurant was packed with diners, and the air was filled with the aroma of charcoal grilling and the rich scent of sauce.

Wang Xun used his manager privileges to arrange a private table for himself and Qi Xu in a corner.

Soon, the dishes were served.

Nana was enjoying her meal, her face beaming with happiness from the delicious food.

As time went by, fewer and fewer people started to come to the store.

Then Wang Xun noticed it.

In a corner near the edge, a blond young man sat alone.

He ordered a few skewers of yakitori and a bowl of ramen, and ate them with great relish, occasionally letting out a gasp of surprise.

"What are you daydreaming about? I can't eat anymore, this is for you."

Qi Xu handed a skewer of chicken meatballs to Wang Xun, interrupting his thoughts.

"Thanks."

Wang Xun took it and took a bite.

But at that moment, most of his attention was focused on that corner.

The person I just met is here again; there's a possibility it's a coincidence.

But Wang Xun's intuition told him that this was not a coincidence.

Wang Xun chewed his food while occasionally glancing at the person.

So much so that he ate the chicken meatballs somewhat absentmindedly.

When Wang Xun finished the last bite, he made his decision.

"Qi Xu, you should go back now."

Wang Xun wiped his mouth.

"I need to check with the uncle about some of the ingredients we need to buy for the store."

Qi Xu glanced at him, then at the shop, her gaze lingering briefly in the direction of the blond youth.

Clever as she is, she has already realized something.

She nodded and didn't ask any further questions.

"Then remember to come back early. I'll be waiting for you at the library tomorrow."

"it is good."

After seeing Qi Xu off, Wang Xun did not immediately go to find the blond-haired guy who was still slurping noodles.

Wang Xun sat there for a few minutes, waiting for the person to slowly finish the last bite.

Wang Xun then stood up and walked straight to that corner.

The blond-haired man raised his head, his eyes, hidden beneath a gentle exterior, looking at Wang Xun with only a hint of just the right amount of doubt.

It was as if they were curious about Wang Xun's behavior.

"Sir," Wang Xun said calmly, "you seem quite interested in me?"

The blond-haired man blinked, then gave a harmless smile.

"Oh? Why do you say that?"

"From the Spiritual Arts Academy to here, we've met twice. You've appeared clearly in my sight, yet you insist this is just a coincidence?"

He looked at Wang Xun with great interest.

"Why can't it be a coincidence?"

"It was just a coincidence."

Wang Xun suddenly realized what was happening, and got up to leave.

"Hey, hey, don't go, don't go! I really need to talk to you."

Huang Mao quickly reached out and grabbed Wang Xun's sleeve.

"Nice to meet you. I'm Kisuke Urahara. I've come to see you today because there's something I'd like to ask you."

Wang Xun was taken aback upon hearing this.

Kisuke Urahara.

I was wondering why it looked familiar.

At this moment, Kisuke Urahara exudes a gentle and reserved demeanor, completely unlike the eccentric shopkeeper with a fisherman's hat he will become in the future.

As a result, Wang Xun did not recognize him at first glance.

Information about him flashed through Wang Xun's mind.

If Kiryu Hikifune is still the current captain of the 12th Division, then Kisuke Urahara should still be the third seat in the 2nd Division.

He is also the captain of the third squad of the Covert Force, responsible for guarding the maggot's nest.

The Nest of Maggots is different from the Shin-O Underground Prison that later imprisoned serious criminals like Aizen.

Those detained there are all suspects who are believed to pose a threat to Soul Society.

At that time, Mayuri Kurotsuchi was squatting inside because he was doing some random research on something, and it wasn't until Kisuke Urahara later became the captain that he was pulled out.

However, this third seat of the second division has now appeared before him in such a low-key manner.

What does he want from me?

Urahara's smile remained unchanged. He wiped his mouth and then picked up a small cloth bag from beside him.

"Wang Xun, do you recognize this?"

He poured a few dark purple fruits out of the cloth bag and placed them on the table.

The skin of these fruits looked somewhat shriveled, indicating that they had been left for a long time, and the glitter of the fragments on them had also disappeared.

Wang Xun had not given his name, but he was not surprised that Urahara Kisuke could call him by his name directly.

He looked at the familiar fruits, his eyes narrowed slightly, and then nodded without making a sound.

"About a month ago, I bought some from an old man in West Rukongai. They tasted good, and the spiritual energy content was higher than that of ordinary wild fruits."

Urahara picked up a fruit and twirled it between his fingers.

"I heard you even went with that old man to the place where the fruit grows?"

Wang Xun's expression appeared somewhat serious.

"You investigated me?"

Kisuke Urahara nodded.

Wang Xun then looked thoughtful.

"Since you are able to investigate in such detail, you must be no ordinary person."