Death: This Death is a bit unorthodox.

However, she quickly changed the subject and continued to explain the captain's exam with a smile.

"Although it's called an exam, it's really just a demonstration of ability."

"Only by mastering Bankai can one cross the threshold of becoming a strong person, and at the same time, it will create a significant gap between them and ordinary Shinigami."

"After all, not everyone is like you, possessing such a special Zanpakuto."

"Bankai can increase spiritual pressure by five to ten times compared to Shikai, which is not a gap that can be easily bridged."

"Learning Bankai is the key to becoming a captain. As long as the candidate is not a heinous and dangerous individual, the captains will usually agree to let the candidate become a captain."

Aozaki Mayuki nodded, indicating that she understood.

He could probably understand what the captains were thinking.

To put it simply, the captain is the pinnacle of the Gotei 13, and above that is the Captain-Commander. Apart from Yamamoto, no one else can hold that position for the time being.

The captain positions of the other divisions are none of my business. We have no grudges against each other, so there's no need to offend a Shinigami who can use Bankai for a position that has nothing to do with me.

"How does the captain's exam work?" Yoruichi Shihouin asked, her curiosity piqued by Retsu Unohana's explanation.

Once she had enough strength, she applied directly to her family to succeed the former legion commander and naturally became the captain of the second division.

I'm not really clear on the normal team leader exam process.

"Actually, it's not complicated. With the Captain-Commander present, you need to pass the Captain's Exam in the presence of at least three captains, including the Captain-Commander."

Unohana Retsu explained with a smile,

"The test content is also very simple: one person will be selected from the current captains to act as an examiner and compete with the candidate to determine whether the candidate has the ability to become the captain."

“Let’s choose one person to be the examiner.” Aozaki Mayuki stroked her chin. “I wonder who’s so lucky.”

"Alright, that's enough. The captain's meeting is about to start. Let's go in."

Looking at the captains in the conference room, Unohana Retsu raised her head slightly and pointed her chin at Captain-Commander Yamamoto, who was squinting.

He doesn't even need Ryujin Jakka; his eyes are practically spitting fire.

Aozaki Mayuki entered the conference room and, at Yamamoto's prompting, began to recount the battle against the rebels, carrying a prepared script prepared by Ichimaru Gin.

Chapter 139 Examiner Kensei Rokusha

"The captain's exam is about to begin. Captains, please enter the room."

Chojiro Sasakibara transformed from a serious vice-captain into a serious examiner's assistant, then forcefully pushed open the door to the First Division's outdoor training ground and walked in.

"Since you're all here, please take your seats. The exam is about to begin."

After everyone entered the training ground, Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni walked in from outside, waved to the standing crowd, and said.

The captains took their seats, but one of them walked up to Yamamoto.

Yamamoto nodded at the newcomer. "Sixth Cart Captain, you are the examiner for this test."

"You must remember, cheating is absolutely forbidden."

"Violators will be disqualified, and examiners will also be punished. Don't even think about cheating during the exam."

"All the captains are here watching. Don't think you can deceive them."

"This test is designed to assess the candidates' abilities, and no actions that could endanger lives should be taken unless absolutely necessary."

"Yes, Captain-Commander, I understand." Kensei Rokusha nodded slightly and walked to the center of the training field.

Yamamoto walked to his seat, looked left and right, and lingered there for a long time, as if trying to see if Kensei Muguruma would use his full strength.

Sitting in the chair, Aozaki Mayuki rolled her eyes. None of the old man's words were of any use.

How can a team leader cheat on an exam?

Are these captains in the stands just for show? Even if the candidates, like myself, don't know Bankai, isn't it easy to judge whether they have captain-level combat power?

"Let the candidates go to the examination hall."

Sitting in his seat, Yamamoto looked at Chojiro Suzaku beside him with a serious expression. Chojiro Suzaku nodded in response and got up from his seat.

"Who exactly is taking this exam? They're being so secretive."

While listening to Yamamoto's stern voice in the middle, Aozaki Mayuki looked around.

The seats they sat on were made of cypress wood. It has to be said that the First Division, which leads the Thirteen Divisions, has the best treatment among the Thirteen Divisions.

A cool breeze gently caressed everyone's faces. The season was approaching winter, and even the gentle breeze carried a chill.

The entire training ground suddenly seemed to be enveloped in a somber atmosphere.

It's a beautiful day, but this place makes it impossible to relax.

Aozaki Mayuki curiously looked at the captains around him. Apart from Kuchiki Ginrei, who was focused on the training ground, the captains all glanced at him.

He felt like he was about to become a big star.

Although he was indeed famous in Seireitei, the fact that so many captains were paying attention to him made him look strange.

"There's nothing I can do about being handsome; even men like looking at me..." Aozaki Mayuki thought to herself with a touch of narcissism.

"Focus on watching the captain's exam, don't look around."

As if sensing Aozaki Mayuki's gaze, Kiryu, who was to Aozaki Mayuki's right, turned around, blinked her beautiful eyes, and said silently.

The captains' seats were assigned according to the squads they led. Aozaki Mayuki and Hikifune Kiryu happened to sit together, while Shihouin Yoruichi and Unohana Retsu happened to be on the other side.

"Don't be so nervous. We're just here to observe this exam; the results aren't really our concern. Why should the old man care if we just watch?"

Aozaki Mayuki blinked and gestured with the same look.

"Pfft!" Kiryu couldn't help but laugh at Aozaki Mayuki's teasing, and his originally reserved mood relaxed a little.

"We can actually read each other's eyes. Has our understanding reached this level?"

With a relaxed mood, Kiryu looked at Aozaki Mazuki with a hint of happiness.

"Gentlemen, the captain's exam is a serious occasion. I hope that two of the captains will not set a bad example for future captains under my very nose."

Yamamoto's voice was calm, but everyone could hear the anger hidden within it.

The two bad examples among the team captains were somewhat embarrassed and immediately turned to look at the training field in front of them.

Seeing the opportunity to get closer to Kiryu Hikifune slip away, Mayuki Aozaki thought unhappily:

"That old man is really something. He's in charge of the captain's exam, but instead of properly watching the exam room, he has time to meddle with me. His work attitude is so unprofessional. The Gotei 13 is doomed sooner or later!"

Yamamoto glanced at the two men and women who were corrupting the image of the Gotei 13 and sneered.

"Now that everyone is ready, let the exam begin."

As Yamamoto finished speaking, Chojiro Sasakibe stood by the training field stands, and a light blue spiritual barrier rose out of thin air.

Meanwhile, in an attempt to be friendly to the new captain, Kensei Muguruma, standing next to Sasakibe, flashed what he thought was a benevolent smile, though he looked more like an evil villain who wanted to destroy the earth.

Are there any normal people left in the Gotei 13?

Looking at the "evil" Kensei Muguruma, Chojiro Sasaki's eyes twitched, and he unconsciously asked himself this question.

He calmed himself down and said loudly:

"Next, we will conduct the captain's ability test."

"Fifth Division Lieutenant, Aizen Sousuke, enter the training ground!"

A graceful young man emerged from the shadows, his gentle smile as refreshing as a spring breeze.

Upon seeing the familiar figure, Aozaki Mayuki was stunned.

Even more excited than him was Hirako Shinji, who had just been drinking tea, but spat it out as soon as he heard Aizen's name.

Seeing this, Aozaki Mayuki was completely baffled and speechless.

So, your vice-captain is going to be promoted to captain, and you, the captain, didn't even know?

Retsu Unohana and Ginrei Kuchiki, sitting to his left and right, made no attempt to hide their disdain and moved their seats to the side.

Hirako Shinji waved his hand and quickly said, "Sorry, I got too excited and couldn't help myself."

"Captain Hirako doesn't know either? It seems Vice-Captain Aizen wants to give Captain Hirako a surprise," Kyoraku Shunsui teased.

“Hehe…” Hirako Shinji gave a stiff laugh.

Surprise? More like a shock!

When did this guy submit his application? I've been monitoring him every day, how come I didn't notice?

Unohana Retsu noticed the change in his expression and asked curiously:

"Lieutenant Aizen has learned Bankai. I remember he's not even two hundred years old yet. He really is a genius. Isn't Captain Hirako happy about this?"

"Happy? Of course I'm happy! Aizen's really made something of himself, how could I not be happy?"

Shinji Hirako gritted his teeth and forced a smile. He truly had a bitter pill to swallow.

He really wanted to tell the captains present that Aizen was a dangerous person.

Although he sensed Aizen's danger, he had no substantial evidence, and no one would believe his empty words.

If spoken aloud, it might leave a negative impression on others, making him appear as someone who is jealous of his team members.

He knew very well how stubborn Captain-Commander Yamamoto was; not only would he not believe him, but he might even scold him.

Chapter 140 Children

When Hirako Shinji looked down, he gasped.

Aozaki Mayuki looked towards the arena, but the response he received was a gentle smile, which contained a hint of provocation.

“Interesting…” Aozaki Mayuki remarked meaningfully.

Unlike Hirako Shinji, he did not expose Aizen's intentions at all.

First, words alone are not enough; the old man might not believe them.

Secondly, he understood Aizen's strength. Aizen was no match for Yamamoto, but unless Yamamoto wanted to destroy the world, it would be difficult for him to kill him.

Third, he is too deeply involved with Aizen, and some things have been exposed. Given the old man's character, he might choose to clean house.