Death: This Death is a bit unorthodox.

Compared to a single finished product, the value of technology itself is obviously more significant.

Moreover, it doesn't matter if the other party is trying to obtain artificial death technology.

He only wanted to explore this thing; it didn't matter much who would eventually get the technology.

“Then…” Aozaki Mayuki extended a hand, a faint smile playing on her lips, and said with what seemed to be genuine sincerity, “It’s a pleasure to work with you!”

Mayuri stared at the handsome, sunny face in front of her for a moment, then looked down at the fair hand, and finally reached out and shook it.

…………

Amidst the alluring glances of a group of female Shinigami, Aozaki Mayuki left the 12th Division barracks with a joyful heart and returned to the 11th Division, which wasn't too far away.

Eleventh Division barracks.

Under the blazing sun, the team members diligently train and tirelessly sweat.

At this moment, standing in the dojo, Kunanbaek faced the greatest challenge of his life.

Because Gin Ichimaru was challenging her to a position as vice-captain of the 11th Division, and since both of them were now vice-captains, it was going to be a tough battle.

"Ichimaru, the third seat, has defeated Vice-Captain Kunan. He should now be called Vice-Captain Ichimaru."

"Now that Vice Captain Kunan has fallen back to the third seat, he will definitely take the opportunity to seek comfort from Lady Mazuki."

"I have a feeling that Kunam Baek San Se did it on purpose. How infuriating! I'm so envious!"

"Yes, but I never expected that our squad would have three vice-captains in just five years!"

"Three terms? Who was the third seat before Jiu Nanbai?"

"If I remember correctly, it's Yamazaki Gentora, right?"

"Ugh! Don't even mention that old guy, he actually went to the Central District to become an official, he's a disgrace to our squad!"

Amid cheers from his fellow soldiers, Gin Ichimaru emerged victorious in the duel.

According to the rules of the Eleventh Division, with the members as witnesses, the lower-ranked member defeated the higher-ranked member and automatically gained the higher-ranked position.

In other words, Gin Ichimaru has now become the vice-captain of the 11th Division.

Back in his office, Aozaki Mayuki casually signed his name on a letter of appointment and handed it to Ichimaru Gin.

"Congratulations, Gin. From now on, the Eleventh Division will be yours."

"You talk as if you've ever managed a squad, but I'm the one who handles most of the squad affairs!"

Gin Ichimaru took the letter of appointment and rolled his eyes in annoyance.

Aozaki Mayuki has a very good relationship with the members; he even personally interviews the members who join the team every year.

But when it comes to the specific affairs of the squad, it's actually Gin Ichimaru who handles them.

The same thing happened when Jiu Nanbai was the deputy captain!

"True Moon~"

The two heard a soft moan at the same time, and in the blink of an eye, the captain's office door opened, and a green-haired figure dressed in a black shihaka outfit pounced on Aozaki Mazuki.

"Yin bullied me, and I'm not happy."

Kunan Shiro wrapped her arms around Aozaki Mayuki's neck, her eyes brimming with tears, looking utterly pitiful.

This woman is a natural-born drama queen; she was the one who said being the vice-captain was too tiring...

Gin Ichimaru shook his head, knowing it was time for him to leave. He turned and left the captain's office, closing the door behind him.

Nowadays, the First Division manages its various squads very strictly, and video surveillance bugs are installed in the squad buildings.

Fortunately, there are no surveillance cameras in more private places such as the captain's dormitory and the rest room, which are also places that Aozaki Mayuki likes.

After greeting the two female soldiers on guard duty, Gin Ichimaru walked towards the vice-captain's office in the distance.

Aozaki Mayuki and Kunan Shiro spent an unforgettable afternoon in the captain's office.

As night fell, Aozaki Mazuki returned to the captain's dormitory.

With the help of the two female team members, Aozaki Mayuki took a comfortable bath.

After changing into a refreshing yukata, he went to the courtyard and stretched comfortably.

The moonlight is enchanting; it would be wonderful to have family by my side to enjoy the view together.

As if sensing his thoughts, a small figure suddenly ran out from the darkness.

It was a black kitten with a pretty collar around its neck.

"Yoruichi, when did you get here? Why didn't you even say hello?"

"While you're taking a shower."

The kitten jumped into Aozaki Mayuki's arms and rubbed its little nose against him.

"Hmm, it smells white. You're never idle, are you?"

Aozaki Mayuki thought about it carefully.

It seems I did see her clothes on the bed. I initially thought they were left behind when I visited before, since there were quite a few clothes belonging to his "wives" in his dorm.

It seems that she had only recently taken it off.

He reached out and pulled Yoruichi into his arms, nuzzling her little face against it.

The fluffy cat felt very comfortable to touch, and because Yoruichi didn't struggle, Aozaki Mayuki could cuddle with it to her heart's content.

After playing with the kitten for a while, Aozaki Mayuki showed a satisfied expression.

Yoruichi also transformed back into human form, put on a yukata, and sat in Aozaki Mayuki's arms.

"Hey, Maki, what do you think of Yuushirou?"

Aozaki Mayuki was silent for a moment, then said seriously, "He looks a lot like you and is very cute, but I'm really not interested in men."

Chapter 169 Destiny

“That’s not what I meant. What I meant was that I wanted to teach him how to coax instantly.”

Yoruichi Shihouin frowned slightly, then brought her nose close to Mayuki Aozaki and rubbed it back and forth a few times.

"He's reached the third level of Spiritual Might?"

Upon hearing this, Aozaki Mayuki was visibly taken aback.

"Not yet, but it will be soon."

Yoruichi Shihouin replied casually.

"He's only a little over a hundred years old, right? And he's already reached the third level of Spirit Might? That's really fast!"

"This must be what they call extraordinary talent! Having the bloodline of the five noble families is truly enviable."

Aozaki Mayuki couldn't help but sigh.

It should be noted that someone who can reach the level of a top vice-captain at just over a hundred years old is definitely a once-in-a-century genius, even among the entire Gotei 13, which is full of talented people.

However, even those with the bloodlines of the five noble families must rely on their exceptional talent and tireless efforts to advance to the captain level.

"You shouldn't say things like that. It makes other people feel ashamed."

As soon as she finished speaking, Yoruichi Shihouin sat up straight and quickly left a gentle kiss on Mayuki Aozaki's smooth and delicate cheek.

"I plan to pass the position of family head to him after he learns Instantaneous Coaxing."

Aozaki Mayuki was startled, realizing the meaning behind Shihouin Yoruichi's words. A warm feeling welled up in his heart, and he couldn't help but hug her tightly.

For the entire night, Yoruichi Shihouin clung tightly to the broad, sturdy chest of Mayuki Aozaki, like a docile koala, never setting foot on the ground.

She kept her eyes tightly closed, seemingly asleep but not quite. In her dazed state, she clung tightly to Aozaki Mayuki, refusing to let go. Her adorable and endearing appearance was incredibly endearing.

Occasionally, she would mutter sweetly that she was about to have a child with Aozaki Mayuki.

She seemed afraid of falling behind her sisters and being beaten to it by others.

Hearing her words, Aozaki Mayuki shook her head helplessly, a ripple of emotion stirring within her.

However, Aozaki Mayuki's feelings were quite complicated when faced with Yoruichi Shihouin's suggestion to have a child.

In fact, he was not fully prepared to have children.

After all, the world today is full of countless dangers and challenges. Even if the Hogyoku is successfully fused in the end, there is no guarantee of safety. No one can predict what will happen in the future.

The timing was terrible.

He always talks about contributing to Soul Society, but it's really just an excuse to take time off and slack off.

At dawn, as the sky began to lighten, he carefully handed Yoruichi Shihouin to Soi Fon, who had come looking for the captain.

When Soi Fon saw Yoruichi Shihouin sleeping so sweetly, her eyes widened and she almost drooled.

Aozaki Mayuki playfully teased Soi Fon, whose face was flushed, then returned to her room alone and took out the unfinished Hogyoku.

Compared to more than a decade ago, this gem has gradually shown the power that a Hogyoku should have, shimmering with a dazzling blue-black light, making its extraordinary nature immediately apparent.

Without hesitation, Aozaki Mayuki immediately grasped the Hogyoku with one hand and the Bansho Senra with the other, beginning his Blade Zen training.

Although the Hogyoku in his hand is only a semi-finished product and cannot help with evolution, it is more than enough to assist in spiritual pressure training.

With its help, Aozaki Mayuki advanced from a third-level spiritual power to a second-level spiritual power in just a few years.

Others, such as Kyoraku Shunsui, took hundreds of years to reach the second level of spiritual power.

As far as he knew, even the super genius Aizen took twenty or thirty years to reach this level.

However, everyone was already mentally prepared for his monstrous talent and had become accustomed to his terrifying speed of advancement, even feeling numb to it.

After about half a day, the originally rich milky white light on the Myriad Manifestations Blade gradually dimmed.

At this moment, Aozaki Mayuki was already panting heavily and covered in sweat, but after assessing her condition, she finally breathed a sigh of relief.

After a short rest, he showed a happy expression. After this hard training, his spiritual pressure had increased again!

Although the increase wasn't huge, he was quite satisfied with it.

As spiritual pressure levels increase, it becomes increasingly difficult to continue improving.

It is not uncommon for some people to stagnate in their spiritual pressure after finally reaching the second level of spiritual power, without making any further progress.