Bleach: I'm picking up attributes in Seireitei

The final few days of preparation before the initial assessment passed quietly and peacefully.

Wang Xun went to the training ground again to collect another round of fragments, and all his abilities steadily improved.

Name: Wang Xun

Spiritual Might: Rank 9 (Experience: 305/5000)

Kendo: lv2 (Experience: 1920/2000)

White-collar: lv2 (Experience: 1845/2000)

Instant Step: lv2 (Experience: 1785/2000)

Ghost Path: lv3 (Experience: 1705/3000)

Zanpakuto: Shallow Strike Resonance 82%

[Special Ability]

Blur: lv1 (Experience: 10/1000)

Hogyoku (Awakening Level: 0.05%)

Wang Xun scanned the panel. At this rate, by the time the large-scale collection of fragments for the initial learning test was completed, all abilities except for Instant Step should have broken through to level 3.

That afternoon, when the two finished their training and walked out of the Kido training ground, the setting sun had already dyed the Seireitei buildings a golden hue.

"The preliminary test is tomorrow," Nanao said, flipping through her notes as she walked. "I'll review the section on the functions and workflows of each squad again..."

Wang Xun yawned and rubbed his rumbling stomach.

"But shouldn't we get something to eat first?"

Qi Xu then realized that she hadn't eaten anything since noon, and her stomach rumbled softly at just the right moment.

Seeing Wang Xun making faces at her, her face instantly turned red.

A feeling of embarrassment and anger welled up inside her, and Qi Xu pretended to pinch Wang Xun's waist.

She was still small, barely taller than Wang Xun's waist, so raising her hand was a bit difficult for her, and Wang Xun took the opportunity to dodge.

Just as the two were playfully bickering, a slightly lazy voice came from the side.

"Hey, long time no see, Wang Xun."

The two turned to look.

A young man dressed in a spiritual arts academy uniform was leaning against a maple tree.

Her long black hair was loosely tied at the back of her head, with a few strands falling casually in front of her forehead.

His appearance was so handsome it was almost effeminate, with slightly upturned phoenix eyes and a playful smile on his lips.

What's most striking is the lining that's faintly visible beneath his school uniform jacket; it's made of expensive brocade, with intricate family crests embroidered on the cuffs.

Gang Mi Dai Shi Ying.

One of the four great noble families, a member of the main branch of the Tsunayo family, and a classmate of Wang Xun's elite class.

"Tsunayoshi."

Nana nodded politely, but a hint of wariness flashed in her eyes.

"The little girl from the Ise family is still so proper."

Shi Ying chuckled softly and turned her gaze to Wang Xun.

"Shall we chat for a bit?"

Qi Xu looked at Wang Xun, who scratched his head and smiled apologetically at her.

"Sorry, Nanao, you should go to the cafeteria first. We won't eat together today."

Qi Xu hesitated for a moment, then nodded, picked up the book, and left.

After walking a distance, she couldn't help but look back.

Tsunayoshi and Wang Xun stood side by side under the tree, looking relaxed, as if they were just having a casual chat.

"What does this guy want with Wang Xun again?"

She muttered to herself, feeling inexplicably unhappy.

The two of them were supposed to eat together...

hateful.

Qi Xu slowly walked away.

Under the maple tree, Shi Ying took out an exquisite gold cigarette case from his pocket, shook out a slender cigarette, and put it in his mouth.

"Want one? It's a rare item I got from the real world."

Wang Xun shook his head.

"No, thank you. I'm not very interested in this. What do you need me for?"

Shi Ying lit a spark of spiritual energy at her fingertips, took a deep breath after igniting it.

"You know what? You're the person I'm most interested in in the entire elite class."

Shi Ying flicked her cigarette butt.

"Those who desperately try to show off their abilities are, in my opinion, complete idiots. And you... aren't you going to consider what I asked you before?"

"I'm just an ordinary person, and my strength is just average. I'm not as unfathomable as you imagine."

Seeing Wang Xun's calm expression, Shi Ying curled her lip.

"You should have heard that among the nobles in Seireitei, the Tsunayashiro family is the most prosperous and also the most competitive."

"I've been able to read people's expressions since I was three years old. I can tell at a glance whether the people around me are sycophants or scheming against each other."

Wang Xun clicked his tongue; this guy was indeed not easy to fool.

"Do you know how I found out?" Shi Ying shrugged. "Mainly because I was bored."

"My family insists I study here for a few years, saying it'll make my resume look better. I'm not going to fight to the death in the Gotei 13, what use is that resume to me?"

He spoke casually, but Wang Xun could hear the helplessness in his voice.

As a direct descendant of one of the four great noble families, he was sent to the Spirit Arts Academy to study with ordinary people, which was indeed a torment for him, who was not particularly talented.

"To have some fun, I started observing the people around me."

Shi Ying took another drag of her cigarette.

"Then I discovered you. Everyone else is training hard from the bottom of their hearts, but you... are similar to me, you look down on hard work from the bottom of your heart."

"But I can see that you crave strength. Especially when you look at those in the elite class, your eyes light up, while you never pay attention to those mediocre people who train hard."

Wang Xun was somewhat helpless. This was true, because it was very difficult for those whose strength was far inferior to his to obtain attribute fragments.

I just didn't expect that this would attract attention.

"My confidence comes from my family, but what gives you your confidence?"

Tsuna Miyoshi stared into Wang Xun's eyes.

"Secondly, your attitude towards me, them, and all the noble children is the same. You are neither servile nor arrogant, neither obsequious nor distant, which is rare in Seireitei."

Wang Xun sighed. He really hadn't expected anyone to study him like this.

"You have keen observation skills, but what you've said is all just speculation and doesn't prove anything."

Shi Ying chuckled and casually stubbed out her cigarette.

"Are you really not coming to the Tsunayoshiro family?"

He stared intently at Wang Xun.

"Come and become my retainer. I'll treat you like a vice-captain. Food, clothing, lodging, cultivation resources, access to the library... you can enjoy everything the Tsunayo family has."

Wang Xun was taken aback.

This condition is even higher than what was mentioned before.

The benefits of being a vice-captain mean an annual salary of at least several million rings, as well as access to resources and knowledge that are usually reserved for nobles.

For a Grim Reaper from a commoner background, this was practically a leap in social class, let alone a student from a spiritual arts academy.

But these things meant little to Wang Xun.

He owns businesses in Rukongai, so he's not short of money.

Moreover, although he appeared to have climbed the social ladder by marrying into the nobility, the benefits he actually received were very limited.

Resources that truly involve core elements cannot be opened to an outsider.

Most importantly, the rules and regulations among nobles would limit his efficiency in collecting fragments from the Gotei 13.

Not worth the candle.

"A very tempting offer."

Wang Xun looked up at the night sky.

"But I'm sorry, I still prefer the Gotei 13."

"yes."

Shi Ying's tone carried an air of expected understanding.

The more Wang Xun acted this way, the more convinced he became of his suspicions.

"No need to rush to answer. There's still more than a year until graduation. Take your time to think it over, and you might change your mind."

"If you encounter any problems during this time, such as some ignorant noble causing you trouble, just mention my name."

Wang Xun raised an eyebrow.

Is this appropriate?

Shi Ying lit another cigarette.

"If someone helps another rise in status, even if you ultimately stick to your choice, I'm still willing to be your friend. I trust my judgment."

He exhaled a smoke ring and looked at the setting sun gradually disappearing into the distance.

"I'm leaving now," Shi Ying waved her hand. "Good luck on the test tomorrow. Try your best to remain a mediocre genius."

He turned and left, his black hair fluttering gently in the evening breeze.

After taking a few steps, he suddenly turned back and winked at Wang Xun.

"By the way, I don't recommend you get too close to that girl from the Ise family. If you have time, try to find out more about her family background."