The only player in the world of Bleach.

Skip! Skip! Skip all!

I've already wasted my money buying the game! I'm not going to waste my time watching your plot unfold!

Maybe I've pressed the skip button too many times?

So much so that at this moment, Yusuke Matsushita was sitting in the classroom, scratching his head with a puzzled look on his face.

Who am I? Why am I here? What am I supposed to do?

"Didn't I buy a game called 'Hack & Slash'? Why am I here? And the realism seems a bit over the top... Wait, let me take another look."

What?!

What the hell is Death Online?!

And the exit button is gone? This is totally locked me out, damn it!

This really is like skipping over life itself...

"Matsushita-kun, are you feeling unwell?"

A deep and calm voice came from the side, and Matsushita Yusuke turned his head slightly, only to see a face that almost made him stop breathing.

He had short, slightly curly hair, like a night-blooming cereus that had already bloomed before the first light of dawn, with soft and elastic lines.

Brown eyes, clear and flawless, peeked out from behind square-framed glasses...

His eyes curved slightly, silently conveying a hint of concern.

His slender frame made his appearance appear exceptionally gentle and mild... However, it was precisely this face, and the voice that had just rang out, that possessed a distinctive quality that made him unforgettable and instantly recognizable.

Matsushita Yusuke watched as he pushed up his glasses, took a half-step forward, and repeated it in a low voice.

"Matsushita-kun? Are you alright?"

If there are any problems...

"Should I have someone take you to the infirmary?"

hiss~

"No need, I just haven't been resting properly lately... Aizen-sensei, there's no need to worry so much... Please continue teaching."

Yusuke Matsushita returned to his seat with an embarrassed smile.

Seeing Aizen Sousuke nod slightly at him, he returned to the podium...

Correct.

Aizen Sousuke!

Why is this guy here?

Yusuke Matsushita sat in his seat, his hands behind his head, and spent half a minute processing the memories that flooded his mind, while also gaining a complete grasp of the current situation.

He transmigrated and became a native of Soul Society.

His life, which lasted for twenty-one years, was uneventful. He grew up peacefully and eventually passed the entrance exam, officially becoming a student of the Shinigami Academy during the three-month enrollment season.

Currently, the timeline is approximately eighty years earlier than the start of the story.

Ichigo Kurosaki isn't even a hair, let alone a cell or egg... and the so-called main characters are nowhere to be found.

Aizen Sousuke, a famous villain, is currently serving as the vice-captain of the Fifth Division.

Things are a bit complicated, so we need to sort them out a bit.

After pondering for a while, Matsushita Yusuke tried pressing his temples.

It is known that Aizen Sousuke is a dangerous person; from the perspective of the plot, he is an absolute time bomb.

Given the circumstances, it would be more reasonable for ordinary people to stay away from him first.

however……

Yusuke Matsushita suddenly noticed a huge blue exclamation mark appearing above the other person's head.

[Aizen Sousuke, the future ruler of Hueco Mundo, hair gel enthusiast, Victoria's Secret spokesperson, and master of witty remarks]

[Mission: Join his amazing team and become member number 003 of the Sky Club]

[Synopsis: As the saying goes, the higher you climb, the colder it gets. Before reaching that supreme level... no one can understand this man's thoughts and ideas. He may be cunning enough, but he is equally powerful and confident.]

[Rewards: Hogyoku Power (Fragment), Kido Mastery, Kido Series Incantation Skip (50%) Technique]

Task!

The control panel is here, but is the game system also included?

Deep Blue, quickly add some points for me!

Matsushita Yusuke quickly scanned the various thoughts deep in his mind and soon understood his current situation.

As the thought arose, a panel-like content appeared before his eyes.

【Panasonic Yusuke】

[Spiritual Pressure Level: 4] (Current maximum is 10)

【斩：11】【拳：9】【走：5】【鬼：8】（总值100）

[Additional Abilities: None]

[Overall Evaluation (Not yet a full-fledged position)]

It's a very simple synopsis, and the content covers almost all the standards used to evaluate someone as a Grim Reaper.

The four essential skills of swordsmanship, fist fighting, and demon-slaying are mandatory courses that demonstrate the multi-dimensional strength of an individual Shinigami. Similarly, spiritual pressure, as the most fundamental principle, serves as the standard measure supporting an individual's skill level.

The division of spiritual pressure levels seems a bit special... Considering that the original work uses seats for division, perhaps the major realms are divided and then further subdivided.

This detailed breakdown also provides a very intuitive view of one's own capabilities, reflecting the tolerant attitude of game developers when catering to players' tendency to give up...

But then again, I mean I'm incredibly weak right now, right?

But that's not surprising.

After all, according to the settings in his memory, he was just an ordinary person from the lower class of Seireitei.

Without noble blood or any support, the level that a commoner Shinigami can achieve is probably only the level that Tosen Kaname would reach.

But it's okay.

With his own control panel and the ability to earn rewards by completing tasks, given time, Matsushita Yusuke should be able to reach the pinnacle of the story and achieve great things!

"Alright, everyone. Next, our lesson will cover the pauses and pressure points of the brushstrokes. Please pay attention to my movements; the key to calligraphy lies in..."

Aizen Sousuke's lessons were not over yet.

After regaining his senses, Matsushita Yusuke quickly understood the situation after a brief moment of thought.

According to the original work, Aizen Sousuke did have experience teaching at the Shinigami Academy... but it seems that the time was not long and the content was relatively simple?

"I didn't expect it to be calligraphy..."

Every big boss has some cool little hobbies, and Aizen Sousuke is the best of them all.

Can I take advantage of this opportunity to profit from it?

Just as these thoughts surfaced, Matsushita Yusuke saw Aizen Sousuke's head and another large yellow exclamation mark appeared.

[Mission: Learn calligraphy techniques from Aizen Sousuke]

[Introduction: Whales have broad and massive bodies, leaving a considerable amount of food after each meal for smaller fish to supplement their nutrition. For you right now, Aizen Sousuke is that kind of being.]

[Reward: Calligraphy Skill +1, Spiritual Pressure Level +1]

Blue represents the main questline, and yellow represents the side quests? This quest system is quite sophisticated.

Also, does this description mean I'm about the same size as a shrimp...?

Although it sounded a bit frustrating, Matsushita Yusuke immediately felt relieved when he thought about the comparison he was making with Aizen, the big boss.

What am I supposed to compare myself to him on? Even racking my brains, I can't match the two witty remarks he casually spouts!

Thinking of this, Matsushita Yusuke's thoughts, which had been wandering, came together again, and he revealed a rather serious expression.

As long as you study diligently under Aizen Sousuke, you will reap rewards. Although the amount is not much, spiritual pressure is something that takes time to develop... just take your time!

In fact, besides the necessary combat abilities, the panel also comes with a series of life skills.

Although it's not important, it might come in handy occasionally.

Having more skills is never a bad thing!

"That concludes today's calligraphy lesson. If you are still interested, please attend next week. That's all."

Holding up a calligraphy brush, Aizen Sousuke gave a slight nod to the students with a kind smile before turning and leaving the classroom.

[Task completion in progress... Claim your reward]

[This unlocks content related to calligraphy techniques, spiritual pressure level 4-5]

It's been upgraded!

As the system voice finished speaking, a faint aura surged up from Matsushita Yusuke's body.

He moved his hands and feet briefly and clearly felt that his physical strength had increased.

As B-rank Aizen Sousuke once said, the battle between Shinigami is a contest of spiritual pressure.

While other factors also influence the course of the battle, spiritual pressure is indeed a very important indicator for Shinigami (death gods).

There are rewards for following Aizen, yay!

"Aizen-sensei is really cool..."

"Yes, and they're very serious when teaching calligraphy! That makes them even more pleasing to the eye!"

"Tsk... Another bunch of looks-obsessed idiots. You'd better study calligraphy properly, you bunch of bastards!"

Ignoring the whispers of the other students, Matsushita Yusuke quickly packed his things, turned around, and left the classroom.

He is a first-year student at the Shinigami Academy. As a freshman who has only been enrolled for three months, Matsushita Yusuke has a lot to learn.

Management, actuarial science, government affairs, multi-faceted training, etc...

On the one hand, it's because the Shinigami Academy itself has high requirements; as a Shinigami, the preparatory qualities required are still very high.

On the other hand, there is the issue of personal will.

If I don't learn more now, who will I be able to ask for help after I graduate?!

However, Yusuke Matsushita soon realized that the problem was not so simple.

He receives absolutely no 'substantial' rewards in other classes.

Things like "flower arranging +1", "eyesight +1", "ability to read the air +1"... while they're useful in daily life, they have nothing to do with getting stronger.

At best, one can only gain some other improvements when receiving instruction in areas related to cutting fists and walking ghosts.

Yusuke Matsushita quickly figured out the logic behind it.

"To obtain rewards such as spiritual pressure, one must actively seek out people like Aizen?"

The difference between an ordinary teacher and Aizen Sousuke in a mission is as vast as an chasm—it's exaggerated!

If we understand it according to this theory, the logic does indeed become much clearer.

To become stronger, you have to eat the forbidden fruit! Oh no... I should say you need to have more contact with the 'strong'.

In fact, through these days of contact, Yusuke Matsushita has already gained a general understanding of the mission system.

Anyone stronger than oneself can randomly trigger a 'mission' after contacting them.

Although apart from Aizen, the missions he's encountered so far are all low-level ones, Matsushita Yusuke isn't in a hurry.

After all, according to the storyline of Bleach, "blue missions" that can influence the direction of the story should be a relatively rare type.

So we have to catch Aizen and take him down!

However, this also brings up some problems.

Aizen Sousuke only has one calligraphy class per week, and otherwise he almost never appears at the Spirit Arts Academy.

How can I take the initiative to contact the other person?

Considering that the other party is already a vice-captain, there should be a rift between him and the fifth division captain, Shinji Hirako, by now...

They must already be working on the Hogyoku, right?

I just don't know what stage it's at... and for Aizen Sousuke at this point in time, the opponent's strength should have already reached the ceiling of the Shinigami.

Yusuke Matsushita did not choose to act rashly.

Instead, they choose to familiarize themselves with life and rhythm first.

The dormitory allocation at Shinigami Academy is quite reasonable. For an institution that provides meals, accommodation, and job placement, being able to have a single room is fantastic news.

Upon returning to his dorm, Yusuke Matsushita's first action was to check the model in front of the mirror.

The first thing you see is red lips and a pale face; he's clearly a pretty boy!

Hehehe, that's disgusting. No wonder so many people stared at him on his way back to the dorm.

This system's default modeling deserves full marks.

Of course, that's a rather exaggerated statement.

The reflection in the mirror was indeed handsome, though he lacked the masculine aura of a man, but his refined, scholarly air was enough to attract attention.

Rather than a grim reaper wielding a knife to bury souls, he's more like a carefree, irreverent youth.

Having confirmed this basic information, Matsushita Yusuke lay flat on the bed and sighed deeply, looking at the dormitory ceiling.

Since things have come to this, let's keep trying and do our best.

after all……

Dude, you have to survive until the very end, right?!

In the days that followed, Matsushita Yusuke did not rush to arrange any promotions or exchanges.

However, it took him almost a month to observe and summarize, and only after his calligraphy skills had accumulated to a level of 5 did he nervously knock on the door of the teacher's office.

dong dong dong.

"Please come in..."

Yusuke Matsushita pushed open the door and entered.

The offices of the Shinigami Academy were simple and unpretentious. Aizen Sousuke's desk was located in the corner, and he was looking up at Matsushita Yusuke.

Aizen Sousuke, dressed in a black shihaka outfit, pushed up his glasses slightly, raised his eyebrows slightly, and said with a hint of doubt.

"Isn't this...Matsushita-kun? What's wrong? Is there something important you need to see me about?"

Do you remember my name?

To be honest, it was a little unexpected... after all, the two of them had only spent a total of four hours together over the past month.

Aizen's calligraphy classes were the kind that were taught publicly, and even the smallest ones had around a hundred students...

Although I know this is probably just a facade of kindness on the other end, I have to admit that hearing it now warms my heart.

Yusuke Matsushita, holding calligraphy tools, said with an awkward smile.

"There are some things I'd like to ask Mr. Aizen about calligraphy."

Aizen Sousuke's eyes visibly brightened slightly.

He stepped aside and stood up. Like beckoning a child asking for candy, he waved his right hand towards Matsushita Yusuke.

"Then come over here quickly and tell me what happened."

He looked very interested.

Matsushita Yusuke felt a little more at ease and nodded as he went to greet him.

He walked around to Aizen Sousuke's desk, spread out the calligraphy paper he had prepared beforehand, and pointed to the calligraphy on it, speaking softly.

"I always feel... a little awkward writing about it?"

"Um, excuse me, let me take a closer look first..."

Aizen Sousuke nodded slightly, his left hand resting on the desk, his right hand half-raised as he rubbed his chin.

His eyes, hidden behind the glasses, were slightly narrowed, and he let out a low, thoughtful murmur.

If it's acting, then he's gotten way too into it.

Matsushita Yusuke could sense a quality called "seriousness" from the other person. Aizen Sousuke even took a moment to raise his right hand, making a gesture as if holding a pen, and simply sketched a circle...

"I see, I understand now."

He turned his head slightly and gave Matsushita Yusuke a kind smile.

"Matsushita-kun, you've already started practicing calligraphy, right?"

There are some professional explanations.

Aizen Sousuke seemed to realize what was happening belatedly. He let out a soft "Ah," straightened up, and said with a smile.

"Sorry, I accidentally said something that was hard to understand... Let me explain it in simpler terms."

Matsushita Yusuke watched as he raised his right hand, gestured with his index finger raised, and gently shook it as he spoke.

"Although I have taught people how to write in my public classes, the main focus is still on posture and pen-holding techniques."

Aizen Sousuke opened his right palm, making a grasping motion, and said in a calm tone.

"More important than the act of writing is posture and technique. I originally planned to start teaching writing after the semester was halfway through... but it seems that Matsushita-kun is already ahead of schedule."

If things continue at this pace...

"I'll give you two calligraphy practice sheets later. You can practice them if you're interested. They're written by a calligrapher I respect, and they're quite beginner-friendly."

"Thank you so much, Aizen-sensei!"

"You're welcome. It's just what a teacher should do. On the contrary... it's my honor that you like my class."

Also.

After a brief pause, Aizen Sousuke looked at Matsushita Yusuke with a half-smile.

"Mr. Matsushita, are you interested in calligraphy?"

"A little bit."

"Hehe, it seems we might have some common topics."

"is that so……"

Yusuke Matsushita nodded slightly, as if he had considered it for a moment before speaking.

"Aizen-sensei, do you rarely interact with people?"

"...?"

There was no immediate response.

Aizen Sousuke merely gave a thoughtful look, tilted his head, and then replied curiously.

"Matsushita-kun...why do you have such thoughts?"

"Because I often saw the teacher coming and going alone, so..."

"Haha, so you think I'm aloof just because I'm all alone? That's a pretty weak reason."

Aizen Sousuke smiled and nodded, then said softly.

"But regardless, thank you for your concern, Matsushita-kun."

"No...you're too kind."

Aizen Sousuke bent down and rummaged around in the desk for a while, while Matsushita Yusuke waited patiently beside him until the other straightened up again.

"Found them. These two calligraphy practice books are things I used when I was studying... There are some notes in them. Please accept them if you don't mind."

How could I possibly refuse?!

"Thank you, Aizen-sensei... I will definitely practice hard."

"Then I'll wait and see."

at the same time.

Yusuke Matsushita saw the yellow exclamation mark above the other person's head.

[Aizen Sousuke's calligraphy practice book]

[Synopsis: Happy people are all alike in many ways, but unhappy people are each unhappy in their own way. You are touching a corner of this solitary soul; whether to go further or stop here is the decision in your hands.]

[Rewards: Calligraphy Skill +10, Spiritual Pressure Level +5, Zanpakuto (choose your preferred style)]

……Um?!

I understand Zanpakuto, but what is this (autonomous choice tendency) thing?

It's important to know that in the Bleach manga, the Zanpakuto itself is a very prominent and exaggerated element.

It serves as a support for the power of the Grim Reaper, and is also an important "tool" that embodies Tite Kubo's poetic characteristics.

Zanpakuto reflects the heart of a Shinigami (death god). Regardless of joy, anger, sorrow, or happiness, no one can deny their inner self—even Aizen Sousuke is no exception.

Normally, a Zanpakuto is a unique object formed after being received as an Asauchi by a Shinigami and resonating with him through day and night communication...

but.

Does Yusuke Matsushita's situation seem different?

"Does this mean I can choose the power of my Zanpakuto myself?"

This is great!

After all, anyone who has read the manga knows that there are different categories of Zanpakuto.

For example, Retsu Unohana's Minozuki can exert an ability similar to Reidou, healing the seriously injured. Meanwhile, Sosuke Aizen's Kyoka Suigetsu is a genjutsu-type Zanpakuto, similar in nature to Shinji Hirako's Gakufu.

The power of a Zanpakuto also reflects the user's inner state.

The fact that people who enjoy manipulating people's minds and playing with others share similar "abilities" is a valid basis for this theory.

Logically speaking, this kind of thing should be difficult to control, but it seems like I can choose for myself?

"Matsushita-kun...Matsushita-kun?"

Aizen Sousuke's voice came from the side, snapping the person involved back to reality.

He staggered back half a step, belatedly realizing his lapse in composure.

"Sorry, Aizen-sensei, I was a little distracted just now..."

"It's okay, I understand. You're just a freshman this year, and you have a lot to learn... Remember to rest well and don't overwork yourself."

Aizen Sousuke quickly packed his things, walked towards the door, smiled and nodded to Matsushita Yusuke before pushing the door open and leaving.

The other party's main position is the vice-captain of the Fifth Division, and teaching at the Shinigami Academy is merely an act of personal interest.

So if you want to see Aizen Sousuke again, you'll have to wait until next week.

Before that...

"Once I finish writing the calligraphy and complete the task assigned by Aizen, I can obtain my Zanpakuto!"