Bleach: I'm picking up attributes in Seireitei

Wang Xun stood there, reflecting on the conversation he had just had.

Tsunayoshi Tokiyo was a much more complex person than he had imagined.

Aside from the invitation and the promised benefits, Wang Xun didn't take the rest of the conversation to heart.

A mixture of truth and falsehood, used to win people's hearts.

Even Wang Xun didn't know whether Gang Midai Shiying had truly seen through his disguise.

As Tsunayoshi said, having grown up in that environment, he may seem to be speaking his mind to you openly, but behind your back, he might even have already planned where you'll be buried.

As for what he said about mentioning his name, Wang Xun didn't take it to heart at all.

If Wang Xun really reports it, he will inevitably be labeled as a member of the Tsuna Yayo family, and it's unknown what kind of butterfly effect it might have.

Being a nobleman's retainer may seem glamorous, but it comes with too many rules and regulations and is also very risky.

Wang Xun will not accept this invitation, but in the future, there may be places where their paths cross again.

After all, he was a top Brahmin from Seireitei.

Moreover, in Wang Xun's memory, the Tsunayo family had been secretly conducting some strange research.

Finally, they even handcrafted a semi-finished artificial Spirit King.

As for his final words about Qixu, Wang Xun naturally knew them as well.

The Ise family, a lineage of priestesses who worshipped sacred artifacts, had always been headed by women. The family continued its lineage through marriage, but women were considered unlucky in marriage.

Every man who married into the Ise family died shortly after having conceived a child; without exception.

The reasons cannot be thought out in detail.

But it seems a bit too early to be thinking about these things now.

Who can say what the future holds?

Wang Xun opened the panel and looked at the special abilities section at the bottom.

【Hogyoku (Awakening Level: 0.05%)】

That tiny fragment was now inside his body, as if it had grown out of his body, completely integrated into his soul.

However, Wang Xun could sense that as long as he did not actively activate it, the fragment would be as if it did not exist.

Like the ethereal spiritual pressure that the Hollowfication skill provided him, it silently lurked within his body.

This put Wang Xun at ease, as he no longer worried about being suddenly discovered by Aizen and then being captured and dissected for research.

Wang Xun, however, was unaware of what this fragment of the Hogyoku could offer him.

Wang Xun remembered that the fully evolved Hogyoku possessed the power to realize one's desires.

The future looks promising.

Since returning from that valley, the past few days have been peaceful, which has truly relieved him.

If the person hiding in the shadows at that time was Kisuke Urahara, it would have been fine; he probably just didn't want to expose his research on the Hogyoku.

But if it's Aizen, then the problem is much bigger.

I hope I won't suddenly be chopped into minced meat one day...

Looking at the darkening sky, Wang Xun sighed.

Now that things have come to this, there's no point in thinking about it anymore.

Let's eat first.

He turned and walked towards the cafeteria.

When Wang Xun arrived at the cafeteria, only a few students were sitting scattered around, as it was already past mealtime.

Unexpectedly, a petite figure was still sitting in the cafeteria, quietly flipping through a book.

Wang Xun looked at Qi Xu in surprise, then carried the food over to her.

"Why haven't you gone back yet?"

"I'm eating dessert."

Nana pointed to the small cakes and fruit in front of her.

"Is it really just for dessert?"

"certainly."

Seeing Wang Xun sit down with a smile, Qi Xu slightly shifted her gaze.

"Why have you been chatting for so long?"

Qi Xu looked back, her tone seemingly casual, but the curiosity in her eyes was hard to hide.

"Yes, Tsunayoshi Tokiyo wants to recruit me as his retainer."

Wang Xun hadn't mentioned it to Qi Xu before, but after thinking about it, he figured it wasn't something worth hiding, so he just told her directly.

Upon hearing this, Qi Xu paused in his actions.

A recruitment offer from one of the four noble families is a rare opportunity for some lower-ranking nobles.

But what about Wang Xun?

Why?

"I don't know, maybe they think I have potential."

The seven thoughts remain undecided.

"Did you agree?"

"No, I feel that kind of life isn't right for me."

"That's true. You're used to being lazy. I can't even imagine you becoming someone's follower."

"Is this a compliment?"

"Where did you hear that?"

Qi Xu rolled her eyes at Wang Xun, but then seemed to breathe a sigh of relief.

She took small bites of her dessert, but soon frowned again.

"The Tsunayo family is one of the four great noble families. Won't you get into trouble if you refuse their invitation?"

"Probably not," Wang Xun shook his head, seemingly unconcerned. "He seems quite easy to talk to."

Being easy to talk to is not an excuse.

Qi Xu stared at Wang Xun for a few seconds, then whispered, "It's good that you know what's going on."

"Speaking of which, Wang Xun, is there a team you'd like to apply to?"

Although I'm only a fifth-year student now, I'm still in the elite class, so the team entrance exam won't be a problem.

It's not too early to consider this kind of issue now.

Wang Xun thought for a moment.

"You know I like to move around and can't stay still. I might go to the 8th Division, which is in charge of intelligence gathering, or the 10th Division, which is in charge of security patrols."

"Really? If only I had a Zanpakuto and could join a squad..."

Nana muttered something under her breath, after all, she had already decided to apply to become a member of the Oni-do Clan.

Wang Xun looked at Qi Xu, who seemed a little down, and wondered what was going on.

This girl used to be very strong-willed.

I don't know why, but I've become a bit sentimental lately.

Wang Xun smacked his lips.

"Hey, after your exams tomorrow, I'll treat you to Ichiraku Ramen in Rukongai."

"Ichiraku Ramen...is this your shop?"

"Yes, it's been a long time since you've eaten here. This time, with the opening of the new store, they've added a lot of new dishes."

Upon hearing this, Qi Xu's eyes lit up, but she immediately looked at Wang Xun with suspicion.

"Are you treating?"

"certainly."

"You said you'd treat us last time, but I ended up paying for it."

"Is that so?"

Wang Xun was stunned for two seconds, then his memory suddenly returned.

That was a few months ago.

When Ichiraku Ramen's second branch opened in the West Second District, he specially took Nanao to try it out.

After the meal, Wang Xun searched his entire body but found he had no money.

The female owner of the second branch was a shrewd and capable woman, standing smiling by the table.

"Young Master Wang Xun, our shop is a small business. You know the rules: we do not offer credit."

"I'm the boss, why should I pay for my meal?"

"Boss, you have to pay too. If we say the boss doesn't have to pay, then every customer who comes later will say they're the boss's friend, and they'll want to buy on credit or have their meal for free. How are we supposed to do business then?"

Looking at his smiling older sister, Wang Xun suddenly felt like he had been caught cheating on a test by the teacher.

The reason she was chosen as the store manager was because of her strong sense of authority and toughness, which allowed her to keep order in the chaotic Rukongai.

Unexpectedly, it happened to me.

"Well, can I get a discount? I'm the boss, you know..."

"Okay, from now on, mentioning the boss's name at this store will get you a 20% discount. So, what's the price?"

"Aba aba..."

Seeing that Wang Xun was about to be taken to the kitchen to wash dishes, Qi Xu sighed, counted out the meal fee from her pocket, and saved Wang Xun's life.

"Ah... I remember now."

"I simply forgot my wallet that time, and I almost got robbed at my own shop. Don't worry, Nana-chan, it won't happen again this time."

Wang Xun patted his chest and guaranteed it.