The only player in the world of Bleach.

Closer to home.

The changes that occurred with Matsushita Yusuke's sword are the most powerful testimonies and explanations.

After figuring out what had happened, Tosen Kaname didn't speak, but silently looked in Aizen Sousuke's direction.

Before making a decision, subordinates must kiss their superiors on the lips... oh no, I mean, seek their superiors' opinion.

Aizen Sousuke lowered his gaze and revealed an expression of great interest.

"Break through battle and find your own path? That's an interesting theory... I understand, Matsushita-kun."

Investing is a long-term endeavor.

Now that we've seen it, providing appropriate support shouldn't be too difficult.

After all, just as Aizen Sousuke just said, as a vice-captain, the resources he possesses are beyond the comprehension of ordinary Shinigami.

What's more, he's a meticulous guy like that.

Looking at Matsushita Yusuke, Aizen Sousuke's smile became inexplicably subtle.

It gave the person involved a chilling feeling—was this guy thinking something frightening?!

"Alright, let's talk about the rest later. Today is a New Year's party, so let's not say anything too unpleasant... Come on, everyone, drink up."

Once the leader speaks, there's no reason not to listen.

Yusuke Matsushita has also prepared himself mentally and plans to make arrangements for these matters when the time is right.

However, he had just adjusted his mindset.

Then I saw Aizen Sousuke, like Doraemon, pull out a 2L black bottle of shochu from who-knows-where.

This completely startled Yusuke Matsushita.

"Um, this... Aizen-sensei, why isn't there a logo on this?"

"Hehe, it's liquor I brewed myself. To be honest, I actually have some little hobbies, but I don't easily let others know about them."

"Wow, homemade... how much alcohol is it?"

Aizen Sousuke smiled and poured more than half a cup for each of them, his tone revealing a hint of eagerness.

"It's not high, it's just a little sweet water, you can drink it without worry."

Dongxian pulled out a lighter from somewhere, held it to his glass, and lit it with a snap.

call……

Yusuke Matsushita swallowed.

"Aizen-sensei, your sweet soup is highly flammable..."

"Haha! Just kidding. Instead of all this nonsense, let's hurry up and have some drinks."

For the first time, Yusuke Matsushita felt the terror of a forced smile.

He looked at Aizen Sousuke, who was smiling and staring at him, and was sweating profusely at the moment.

"Um... Aizen-sensei... are you still holding a grudge against me for that drinking contest we had last time?"

"How could I? It would be too un classy to argue with students. I just happened to think that the New Year was a rare opportunity. Come on, gentlemen, I'll drink first."

[Aizen Sousuke's Little Secret Thoughts (Are you qualified? Perhaps not...)]

[Synopsis: Arrogant people are often narcissistic in the literal sense, rarely realizing they have any problems. And even if they do, and are discovered, they seldom correct themselves… Aizen can't accept being provoked by his student, so he decides to teach you a lesson you'll never forget—subordinates shouldn't kiss their superiors on the lips. Try to beat Aizen!]

[Rewards: Spiritual Pressure +5, Kido +3, Kido-type Zanpakuto +5]

Hey, I told you Aizen was petty!

However, Matsushita Yusuke was more or less aware of other techniques for "scoring high".

Actually, you don't need to play real-person PvP. It seems that as long as you arouse the other party's desire to play a game similar to 'PK' with you, the task system will give a corresponding judgment.

From a game perspective, it's perfectly normal to have real-life interactions with characters and receive rewards.

Sounds great, right?

But the difficulty level will definitely be the same.

Last time, he was so overwhelmed by Aizen's stunts that he lost all sense of direction. This time, his opponent is well-prepared, and Matsushita Yusuke has virtually no chance of winning...

Ugh, does that mean we have no choice but to admit defeat?!

Of course not!

Like I said before... we can't win in a fight, but we can't afford to skimp on the drinks, can we?

Now that things have come to this, let's not even talk about being set up or anything. Even if it's just for the reward, we have to give him a try.

"Aizen-sensei, it's okay to drink, but..."

"It's okay."

Aizen Sousuke downed the drink in one gulp, his face slightly flushed, showing that the sake was indeed unusual; just one sip was enough to give him a kick.

He raised his hand, wiped the traces from the corner of his mouth, and said with a smile.

"This time... I won't use my Zanpakuto's power."

He poured himself a glass, adjusted his previously tense posture, and then adopted a rather casual look.

Aizen raised his sake cup, holding it level with Matsushita Yusuke and Tosen Kaname.

His tone carried a slight hint of provocation.

"Can you two keep up with me?"

Since you've said that, what else could I possibly hesitate about?!

Hearing Aizen's provocation, Tosen and Matsushita Yusuke exchanged glances, and then they no longer hesitated.

If we're brothers, we'll do it together!

Damn it, ignore that... let's go!

The alcohol enters the mouth without needing to be swallowed; it simply flows down the esophagus and instantly permeates the internal organs.

The person involved couldn't help but widen their eyes slightly, after all, this experience was too abrupt... This isn't alcohol, you're pouring lava down my throat?!

"I'm so excited..."

Matsushita Yusuke couldn't help but let out a low growl, and he slumped forward onto the table.

Finally, I had to consciously steady myself on the table to avoid looking too embarrassed.

"What's wrong, Matsushita-kun? Are you feeling weak?"

"Hehe... How could that be?"

Yusuke Matsushita forced a long sigh and then spoke in a slightly hoarse voice.

"It's not that I can't drink anymore, it's just that this wine... this wine has a lot of power!"

It felt like I'd been punched!

Aizen Sousuke was slightly taken aback, but then he finally couldn't help but burst into hearty laughter.

really……

"You're quite interesting, Matsushita-kun... Come on, continue!"

Dongxian, standing next to him, was speaking louder than anyone else at this moment.

"Me too...me too!"

"Hey bro, are you really that drunk? Your face is so red."

"Matsushita-kun, you're not bad either."

"Aizen-sensei, please stop talking. Why don't you look in the mirror? Your eyes are all red."

"Heh...no need for further words, drink!"

What else is there to say?

Matsushita Yusuke and Tosen Kaname, as if on the same wavelength, raised their wine glasses and clinked them heavily with Aizen Sousuke.

"Drink!" X2

Hey~ I managed to spill some of my wine...

win!

"Matsushita-kun, your drink seems to be running low. Let me refill it for you."

Oh my god, no!!!

The final showdown between the three brought a perfect "period" to the end of the year.