Death: This Death is a bit unorthodox.

"What? The entire female members of the Second Division!? Including Captain Shihōin? I'm outta here. Damn it, I wonder if the captain can protect me this time."

The incident caused a burst of laughter on the way. Exposing scandals is a job that can easily offend people. He usually has the Ninth Division protecting him, but unfortunately, he ran into a tough nut to crack this time.

"This kid is such a coward. He's such a coward, yet he's working as a reporter. They're all Shinigami from the Gotei 13. Do you think they'd tear him apart over something so trivial?"

The Shinigami who had previously reminded the editor of the Ninth Division shook his head and mocked.

"Hahaha, who can afford to mess with such a crazy group, especially since the leader is the Shihouin family, and many of the organization's members are nobles."

The Grim Reapers on the road immediately began to discuss it merrily.

"However, the captain candidates this time look quite young. I just don't know if they can pass the selection."

"You must be confident to apply, but how can you tell someone is young from just a photo of their back?"

"Look at his hands and neck, aren't they all showing? I estimate he's no more than two hundred years old."

"Not more than two hundred years old? That's certainly young, but he's still far behind Kenpachi Aozaki. Kenpachi Aozaki isn't even thirty years old yet!"

"Yes, not even thirty years old, truly worthy of being called the greatest genius in the history of Soul Society."

"Lady Shingetsu is the most powerful. She will be able to rival the Captain-Commander sooner or later!"

"That's right, Lord Shinigami is the most talented Shinigami!"

Reflecting on the major events of recent years, the Grim Reapers, who were reading the morning paper discussing these events, sighed.

As the Captain-Commander's disciple, the youngest captain in history, and the young genius who killed Kenpachi Judai, Aozaki Mayuki's deeds have long been etched in the memories of the Gotei 13 members.

This is clearly a realm that ordinary people cannot reach; such talent is something that everyone can only look up to.

Gaining the approval of the Captain-Commander is the lifelong pursuit of most Shinigami.

The world is mostly made up of ordinary people, and the Grim Reaper, who possesses extraordinary power, is a genius among ordinary people, one in ten thousand.

They each have their own pride, but when faced with someone like this, they have no desire to even try to surpass him, let alone surpass him.

At this moment, the Grim Reapers hoped that the title of "Number One Genius" would continue to be held by Aozaki Mayuki.

Such geniuses are meant to be admired; too many of them can lead to confusion and a loss of goals and motivation.

It is precisely because such geniuses are so far removed from the Shinigami that the senior members of each division never use phrases like "learn from Kenpachi Aozaki" when encouraging their juniors.

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"It seems everyone still has a lot of confidence in me!"

Aozaki Mayuki strolled along the road, looking at everyone's unwavering confidence in him. He greeted the young female fans on the street and remarked with a sigh,

"But you say Moonflower is my fan group, how come I've never heard of it before!?"

Yamazaki Gentora, who was accompanying him, remained silent and instead began to consider the feasibility of establishing a fan club.

The "Moon Flower" only recruits female members, which is too unfair to the male members.

The Eleventh Division is predominantly male, and as the vice-captain, I must ensure the legitimate rights and interests of all members!

Aozaki Mayuki took the morning paper from a starry-eyed fangirl. Looking at the blurry figure in the captain candidate column, she felt that he looked familiar, as if she had seen him somewhere before.

Judging from the hairstyle, it's not Fengqiao Loujuro or Kuchiki Kyouga.

"That kid is so arrogant. The girl who delivered the newspaper to him is from our squad!"

Kensei Rokusha walked behind, pursing his lips in displeasure.

He used his good looks to steal away the little darling he had carefully nurtured; this is definitely not over!

"You still want revenge? They are nobles. If they sue you for defaming a noble, they will win the case and you will have to pay a lot of money."

Hirako Shinji, a close friend, offered a reminder.

To slander the nobility is a capital offense in this aristocratic world.

As the captain, Kensei Muguruma certainly wouldn't be subjected to such severe punishment.

However, if the nobles want to pursue the matter, punishment is inevitable, with the lightest penalty being a few months' salary deducted.

"Sixth vehicle captain, it's not good to talk badly about people behind their backs."

"When?"

Kensei Muguruma turned around in shock and found Maki Aozaki standing beside him.

After not seeing each other for a while, he was surprised to find that the other party's spiritual pressure was at the level of the initial third-level spiritual power half a year ago, but now it was almost the same as his.

This kid's talent is terrifying! He can still improve so quickly after reaching the captain level?

Moreover, given that our spiritual pressure is the same, why is he so much faster than me?

"Is this what talent is?"

Aozaki Mayuki seemed to see right through his thoughts and said rather narcissistically.

Kensei Rokusha's eye twitched.

This kid always hits where it hurts. How could Bai like someone like that?

Aozaki Mayuki said seriously, "Actually, I'm quite nice to girls."

Kensei Rokugakure and Shinji Heiko were both shocked.

Can you read minds, kid?

"No, but your thoughts are all written on your face, so you're too easy to guess." Aozaki Mayuki shrugged.

Kensei Rokusha and Shinji Heiko were completely paralyzed.

Chapter 138 Exam

The meeting room in the First Squadron barracks.

The venue for the captains' meeting was already packed with vice-captains, though in reality there weren't that many vice-captains.

Among the current vice-captains, there is also an acting captain, whose rank is half a level higher than the vice-captains, so he doesn't need to wait outside with them.

The team members were still a little excited when they arrived outside the office wall.

Having been in the First Division and seen all sorts of powerful individuals, including their captain who is the strongest Shinigami, I still can't help but feel excited.

That's the captain's position, one of the top seats among professional Grim Reapers, and today the last vacancy will be filled.

This is perhaps a common human failing: we always yearn for better things.

Even though these elite Shinigami of the First Division know that mastering Bankai would give them a 99% chance of becoming a captain, they still want to witness the birth of a new captain with their own eyes, since captain exams are a rare occurrence.

clap clap clap! !

As the sound of footsteps approached, the Grim Reapers fell silent.

Three men dressed in white haori walked straight into the conference room, while the Grim Reapers around them looked at them with longing.

Kensei Muguruma, the captain of the Ninth Division who was walking at the front, looked quite angry.

The newly appointed captain behind him, Aozaki Mayuki, is the greatest genius in the history of Soul Society, and everyone can see that he is smiling very happily.

Walking at the back was the Fifth Division Captain, Shinji Hirako, who stared helplessly at the two people in front of him with a dead fish-like expression.

Behind them were three vice-captains.

Aizen's gaze occasionally drifted towards Aozaki Mayuki, but to outsiders, the two still appeared to be not very familiar with each other.

When does the captain's exam start?

Just then, a voice suddenly came from behind them, and Aozaki Mayuki subconsciously turned her head upon hearing the familiar voice.

Wearing a combat-style shihaka outfit and a white haori, Yoruichi Shihouin stood at the door with her arms crossed, looking at the huge doorway and saying with emotion.

"Good morning, Mazuki! Look at how lazy you are. You really can't keep up after leaving the Second Division."

Yoruichi Shihouin turned around and waved to Mayuki Aozaki.

As the captain who has a close relationship with Aozaki Mayuki, the two of them standing together immediately attracted everyone's attention. Everyone knew that their relationship was more than just friends.

Gossip is the fourth greatest human instinct, and the rumors between the two captains are something everyone enjoys.

Speaking of the wonderful relationship between the two captains, we have to mention the other beautiful women present.

Under the intimidating gaze of Retsu Unohana, Kensei Muguruma voluntarily gave up his position next to Maki Aozaki so that they could stand side by side.

Lisa Yadomaru, the vice-captain who was rumored to have stayed overnight in Kenpachi's dormitory, was holding a strange book in her hands and had her head buried deep in her hands.

The captain of the 12th Division, Kiryu Hikifune, stood not far away, quietly watching the drama unfold, seemingly unconcerned.

Matsumoto Rangiku was neither the captain nor the vice-captain, so she could only stand outside the door and watch.

She had a smile on her face, but even she could sense the pressure Aozaki Mayuki was under.

"Actually, it was the same when I was in the Second Division, but you can't be lazy when you need to be serious."

Aozaki Mayuki waved his hand and took Yoruichi Shihouin's small hand.

As for Retsu Unohana standing to the side, he dared not lay a hand on her.

Yoruichi Shihouin nodded in satisfaction.

"The two of you seem to be having a very pleasant conversation. This meeting must be about the operation to suppress the rebels. It seems that Zhenyue is already prepared."

Unohana Retsu maintained a gentle smile, folding her hands in front of her, and spoke with a smile like a Yamato Nadeshiko.

“Actually, I’m not good at this kind of thing, but luckily someone is helping me.” Aozaki Mayuki gazed intently at the Yamato Nadeshiko in front of her.

When this woman isn't acting crazy, she's incredibly charming; to put it simply, she gives Aozaki Mayuki the feeling that he wants to marry her.

Unfortunately, once she goes berserk, all that's left is murderous intent, and just standing there is terrifying.

Ever since defeating Oni Yanjo Kenpachi, this woman's murderous aura has become increasingly difficult to control. Sometimes, even when I'm helping her arrange flowers, I inexplicably feel a chill.

Aozaki Mayuki felt it was very dangerous, so he rarely went to flower arranging classes anymore.

Unless you have the power to completely suppress this woman, you really shouldn't mess with her.

"Based on my experience, the captain's exam will begin after the captain's meeting, at which time a captain will be selected to test the candidate's abilities."

The millennium-old human being was somewhat surprised to feel the longing yet distant gaze of Aozaki Mayuki.

This little guy is getting more and more interesting. Maybe I've been going too far with him.