Death: This Death is a bit unorthodox.

Even before they died, the victims said that Kuchiki Hibiki killed them to show off his strength.

Now we can only hope that the chief can find out the truth.

If all else fails, the Kuchiki family is one of the five great noble families. Even if they lose the empty title of "model of nobility," they should not let anyone suffer injustice for the sake of such a title.

Looking at the excited expressions of his clansmen, Xiu Mu Yinling sighed silently in his heart, as if he had made a decision.

…………

In the First Division Captain's office.

While the Kuchiki family was holding a clan meeting, Yamamoto, Yoruichi Shihouin, Shunsui Kyoraku, and Isshin Shiba were also discussing Kuchiki Kyouga's murder of his teammate in their office.

Kyoraku Shunsui rarely showed a serious expression, and said in a deep voice:

"Based on the clues we have so far, it was Kuchiki Hibiki who killed the special forces members in order to show off his military strength."

Zhibo sighed and said, "But this reason is really hard to believe. I have carried out missions with Captain Xianghe, and it is hard to imagine that he is this kind of person."

Yoruichi Shihouin recounted the findings of the Covert Force's investigation to everyone in the office, and then said:

"The Tsunayo family has been having a secret gathering recently, and they've all been discussing Kuchiki Hibiki. I suspect that the Tsunayo family orchestrated this whole thing."

Kyoraku Shunsui almost instinctively wanted to tease her about not criticizing the five noble families, but when he thought of the words "Shihouin" in her name, he awkwardly chose to keep quiet.

As members of the five great noble families, there was no such thing as being beheaded for saying a few bad words.

Yamamoto asked in a deep voice, "What evidence do you have?"

“No, but I think they have that motive.” Yoruichi Shihouin said seriously, “The rebels lost five captain-level powerhouses in the war.”

Yamamoto understood what she meant.

This is what is meant by "the taller the tree, the more the wind will blow" and "profiting at the expense of others."

Kuchiki Kyoga is a captain-level powerhouse of the Kuchiki family, and he has been gaining prominence in recent years, so he naturally came into the view of the Tsunayo family.

The Kuchiki family's strength has been weakened by the loss of a captain-level powerhouse, while their rival, the Tsunayo family, has become stronger.

"The Central 46th Bureau is holding a meeting tonight. Be prepared," Yamamoto said slowly with a sigh.

Why use Bankai in Chapter 150?

With the permission of the Sage and the Judge, Yoruichi Shihouin, Shunsui Kyoraku, and Isshin Shiba soon appeared in the Central 46 Chambers.

When facing the head of the Shihōin family and the head of the Shiba family branch, the administrators of Soul Society unusually refrained from putting on airs, and even when dealing with ordinary members of the upper-class noble families, they showed ample patience.

The three stood apart, and three floorboards in the council hall lit up with white light, while the rest of the hall was pitch black, as if one wrong step would plunge one into an endless abyss.

However, none of the three people present cared about this little trick designed to increase psychological pressure on others.

After everyone fell silent, the judge from the Tsunayo family coldly asked, "We need to know the whole story."

Without hesitation, Shiba Isshin recounted his findings to the assembled sages and judges, concluding with:

"There is something fishy about this incident. According to our detailed investigation, Captain Kuchiki Hibiki had no similar behavior before, and the victims had contact with unknown individuals before carrying out the mission."

Upon hearing this, the wise men and judges immediately fell into deep thought, for they all knew in their hearts who these unidentified figures were.

The sages and judges of the Tsunayoshi family wore cold smiles, clearly knowing better than Kuchiki Kyoga himself how wronged he was.

After pondering for a while, the sage of the Tsunayoshi family asked, "So you have evidence that Kuchiki Kyouga was framed?"

Shiba Isshin shook his head.

The judge from the Tsunayo family then asked:

"How can you say there's something fishy about this? The Central 46 is a judicial body, and everything is based on evidence. If it were just subjective speculation without any basis, Soul Society would have been in chaos long ago."

Shiba Isshin shook his head, his face somewhat embarrassed, and said:

"However, the witnesses who testified against the rotten wood river have conflicts of interest with it, and their testimonies cannot be entirely trusted."

The judge from the Tsunayo family frowned, a fierce glint appearing in his eyes.

Clearly, Shiba Isshin's words did not suit his taste.

At this moment, a sage from the neutral faction suddenly coughed, drawing everyone's attention. They turned to Shiba Isshin and asked:

"Was everything you just said the truth?"

Shiba Isshin nodded and said in a deep voice, "Of course, all kinds of evidence and information have been submitted to you."

The wise man of the Tsunayoshi family spoke up: "In that case, Kuchiki Kyouga should be sentenced to death for harming his fellow Shinigami."

The judge from the Kuchiki family finally spoke up, "I disagree. The whole story hasn't even been investigated properly, how can you sentence someone to death without a clear explanation?"

"Is there anything else you don't understand?"

"We don't know whether the dead team members deliberately framed them, nor do we know who they contacted before that mission!"

Is this important?

"Isn't it important? How can such an act of framing one's comrades not be important? Do all the wise men and judges think this matter is unimportant?"

The question posed by the Kuchiki family judge immediately silenced the meeting room.

This matter is certainly important. If someone accuses you of harming your companions as soon as you step outside, wouldn't everyone be in danger?

From now on, the meetings of the Central 46th Chamber should be discontinued. Instead, they should be held in the Qingjingta Julin office, and then contacted through the ghost path.

Forget it, let's not use the Ghost Path anymore. Who knows if people will say that your Ghost Path is aggressive?

The neutral sage suddenly spoke up: "In that case, Kuchiki Hibiki did indeed kill the team members, but the witness testimonies cannot be completely trusted."

"Then let's follow the usual practice, spare his life, confine him to the Kuchiki family, and seal his Zanpakuto as punishment."

The expressions of the sages and judges of the Tsunayoshi family changed slightly.

What do you mean by "according to convention"? Isn't this just a veiled reference to Tsunayoshi Tokinada?!

Wasn't this matter settled? Why are you still bringing it up? Is it never going to end?

The judges and sages of the Shihōin family all wore mocking smiles.

Some things, once started, never truly end!

The judges and sages of the Kuchiki family also looked grim.

This may seem like sparing Kuchiki Hibiki's life, but it's no different from killing him. Besides, it's obvious to anyone with eyes that he was framed.

These neutral factions have joined forces with the Tsunayo family in an attempt to seal Kuchiki Kyoga's Zanpakuto, as they fear the power of the Zanpakuto Muramasa!

The judge from the Tsunayo family answered almost without hesitation: "I support this verdict. What do you all think?"

A wise man from the Tsunayoshi family waved his hand: "I agree with this verdict!"

One by one, the wise men echoed, "Agreed!"

…………

Second Division prison.

Upon learning that the Central 46th Bureau had convened a meeting for him, Kuchiki Hibiki was extremely excited.

In his mind, since the people from the Tsunayo branch family could get away with killing their wives, he should be fine even if he killed his comrade-in-arms, especially since it was self-defense.

Squeak!

At that moment, the cell door slowly opened.

Kukihira, who had been waiting in the cell, stared intently at his beloved father-in-law, his green eyes gleaming with anticipation.

“Father-in-law, may I leave now?” asked Kuchiki Hibiki. He gripped the cell bars tightly; behind him was a luxuriously decorated room.

"Not for now," said Kuchiki Ginryo in a deep voice.

"Why? They attacked me first! I was only defending myself. I shouldn't be locked up here. Please let me out."

Kuchiki Hibiki looked at Kuchiki Ginryo, his voice pleading. He was truly fed up with being treated like a criminal here.

"Don't you even believe me?"

“I…” Kuchiki Ginryo looked at his son-in-law, whom he treated like his own son, and sighed, “I believe in you.”

"However, the Central 46 has ordered that your punishment has been decided: you are sentenced to 100 years of home confinement. The power of your Zanpakuto, Muramasa, is too dangerous, and it will be permanently sealed."

Kuchiki Hibiki stared wide-eyed, seemingly incredulous.

Having lost his Zanpakuto, can he still be called a Shinigami? Will he still have a chance to gain Kuchiki Ginrei's approval in the future?

"Why!?" Kuki Hibiki shouted hoarsely.

“You were too impulsive, Xianghe!” Kuchiki Ginryo explained, “The problem isn’t with you, but with your abilities.”

"They're not afraid of you, they're afraid of Muramasa's rampage!"

Kuchiki Hibiki looked up. "What did you say? Not because of me, but because of Muramasa?"

Kuchiki Ginrei earnestly advised, "Kyouga, I've told you before, haven't I? A person with power must also have a strong heart. You rely too much on the power of your Zanpakuto!"

Kuchiki Hibiki wanted to retort, "But..."

Kuchiki Ginrei interrupted, "Why did you use Bankai? I know your strength; you weren't at the point where you needed to use Bankai, were you?"

"This..." Kuchiki Hibiki was speechless.

That's right, that's where the problem lies.

Why use Bankai against weak opponents?

Looking back now, I was really blinded by anger!

Chapter 151 Paying the Price

Watching Kuchiki Ginryo's departing figure, Kuchiki Hibiki knelt on the ground dejectedly, unable to help but fall into deep thought.

After a long while, he stared blankly at the floor, muttering to himself, "Did I go too far?"

"But is this my fault? Why is Lord Yinling unwilling to acknowledge my existence? If he could acknowledge me, I wouldn't..."

"Things wouldn't be like this now, right?"

The unfamiliar voice startled Kuchiki Hibiki.