Death: This Death is a bit unorthodox.

He truly wanted to thank his junior brother, who gave him hope. He never dared to dream of having a healthy body before.

"Has the head of the Shiba family arrived? Since the Shiba family is willing to return to Seireitei, as the Captain-Commander, I should meet with him," Yamamoto said.

The slight tremor caused ripples to spread across the surface of the tea, making Aozaki Mayuki seem to see the waves stirred up by the twisted flower.

"Matsuki, this is the last time. This time we must settle things once and for all."

Shiba Kaien, holding a trident-shaped spear, spoke with a serious expression.

He started running with all his might, as if a giant wave was crashing down on him.

then……

The screams echoed throughout the forest, startling the birds in the sky so much that their wings twitched and they almost fell down.

Aozaki Mayuki shook her head helplessly.

He recalled his brother-in-law's bruised and swollen face, a truly pitiful sight, while Shiba Kukaku stood by, laughing unrestrainedly.

My brother-in-law must have been very sad at that time!

"There was a slight accident; he accidentally rolled down the mountain and is currently receiving treatment at the Fourth Division." Aozaki Mayuki gave her brother-in-law face.

How embarrassing would it be to say that I got beaten up by my own brother-in-law?

Sigh, I'm such a thoughtful brother-in-law. My brother-in-law will be so happy to know!

He rolled down the mountain to the Fourth Division? Are lieutenant-level Shinigami really that fragile? Perhaps you went too far?

The three of them twitched at the corner of their eyes. Who would believe such nonsense?

Chapter 236 Care

one year later.

The bright moon hangs high in the sky, silently watching over everything on earth, no matter the time.

It resembles a silver plate, radiating a soft and tranquil light, enveloping the entire world in a mysterious atmosphere.

The former territory of the Tsunayoshi family has undergone tremendous changes.

Because of their unauthorized virtualization experiments

Although the remaining family members were not severely punished,

However, more than half of the family's property was confiscated, and part of the family's territory was allocated to the Shiba family, who returned to Seireitei.

Although the Shiba family's current power is still inferior to that of other great noble families, it is nominally one of the five great noble families.

If we don't even have a piece of land, wouldn't it be a disgrace to the nobility if word got out?

Of course, the main reason is that the Tsunayo family is powerless to resist. They are now like fish on a chopping board, at the mercy of others.

Most people aren't thinking about helping them preserve their wealth.

Only the Xia Dalu family explicitly opposed the decision of the Central 46th Bureau.

Nowadays, the Xia Dalu family is run by a young child, while the actual power of the family is in the hands of the elders.

These old fellows were all ambitious, and as their power grew, they had long harbored resentment towards the status of their families' superior noble families.

They had always longed to challenge for a place among the five noble families and become the most powerful and influential.

However, faced with the combined pressure from Kyoraku Shunsui and Aozaki Mayuki, even this top-ranking noble family below the five great noble families had no choice but to back down.

Yamamoto could still give these nobles some face, but the eleventh Kenpachi never held back when he struck.

During the war, anyone who dared to oppose him, regardless of their background, basically died at his hands, directly or indirectly.

There are even conspiracy theories within the Seireitei that he was behind the downfall of the Tsunayashiro family!

Isn't this slander? How can you make things up without evidence?

The exquisitely designed palanquin moved slowly across the territory of the Tsunayo family.

Looking out, under the clear blue sky, there are bricks and painted wood of various colors.

Kasumi Rurichiyo, the head of the Kasumi family, idly admired the dazzling scenery around her.

You can tell how extravagant and decadent the people who used to live here must have been.

She is the current head of the Kasumi family. She has been living a life of luxury since childhood. Although the Kasumi family cannot compare to the Tsunayo family, it can still be considered a top-tier noble family.

She was already fed up with all of this, so she had absolutely no interest in the scenery filled with desire and confusion.

But she knew perfectly well that the master here had changed. The family's reputation was not bad in history, but they were less appreciative of power than any other family.

There's also an interesting fellow there who stirs up trouble in Seireitei.

She was bored with the monotonous daily life and wanted to see those people.

Today she finally has the opportunity to see the world outside of Xia Dalu's home, instead of being trapped in the "prison" of high-rise buildings.

"Lady Rurichiyo...we've arrived."

Seeing the sedan chair slowly stop at the door, the retainer Yun Jingyao hurriedly stepped forward and helped the girl through the door.

Yun Jing was very proud because everyone around them looked at them with admiration.

"I understand."

Kasumi Rurichiyo moved her feet gently, looked around, and calmly said:

"It's quite lively here."

Seeing the fawning expressions on the faces of those around her, Kasumi Rurichiyo subconsciously frowned.

She had seen that expression far too many times; it had been the same since she was a child, and she was even starting to get tired of it.

"After all, the five great noble families have returned, and it is only natural that everyone should come to congratulate them."

Yun Jing said respectfully.

Hearing his tone, Kasumi Rurichiyo couldn't help but frown.

Yunjing was a retainer left behind by her parents to assist her before their deaths. Usually, she was very strict because of her status, so her respectful and obedient appearance today was a bit hard to get used to.

Previously, she had been reprimanded for her behavior as the head of the household when she went out, but once she stepped out of the house, she acted like a servile servant.

However, she didn't think for long before the woman in the hall caught her attention.

Looking at the poised and elegant Shiba Kukaku, Kasumi Rurichiyo felt a deep sense of despair.

No wonder the rumored Kenpachi was close to her, and even personally intervened to intimidate several families in order for the Shiba family to return to Seireitei.

Just by watching her every move, Kasumi Rurichiyo felt a deep pressure coming down on her.

The opponent was too strong; just a casual gesture and turn of the head made me feel powerless and defeated.

Will I become like that when I grow up?

But doesn't the eldest daughter of the Shiba family even know how to dress herself? Something seems off about her!

Actually, it was Kasumi Rurichiyo who misunderstood.

The reason why Shiba Kukaku appeared in a disheveled kimono was because she had just finished playing around with Aozaki Mayuki in the room.

I only had time to tidy it up quickly, so it looks a bit inappropriate.

Kukaku doesn't like wearing such complicated clothes, nor is she good at it.

"Oh, there's even a cute little sister. Is she from the Kasumioji family?"

A male voice suddenly rang out from behind, causing everyone to widen their eyes in surprise.

“This… sir, Miss Ruri Chiyo is the head of my Kasumioji family. Please show her some respect.”

Yunjing looked back.

However, when the figure outside walked in, not only Yunjing, but also Kasumi Rurichiyo, who was about to lose her temper, was stunned.

How could there be such a person?

Watching Aozaki Mayuki slowly walk into the house was like seeing the only bright light in the darkness.

Staring blankly at the man who had just entered from outside, Kasumi Rurichiyo glanced at the young masters and ladies of various families around her.

These young masters and ladies, having undergone countless generations of bloodline optimization, are all quite good-looking individually, but compared to this man…

So ugly.

Looking at the many glamorous young men and women, Ruri Chiyo Kasumi had this thought for the first time.

"And this is...?"

"Young lady, this is the captain of the 11th Division, the 11th Kenpachi, Lord Aozaki Mazuki!"

Yun Jing explained patiently, a hint of fear in his voice.

"Not only that, he is also a newly promoted upper-class noble."

The saying goes, "A new emperor brings a new court."

Although the Shiba family is not the emperor, and Aozaki Mayuki is not a subject.

However, bringing the Shiba family back to Seireitei is ostensibly a great achievement, and their elevated status is justified.

Aozaki Mayuki's noble status rose after the Shiba family returned.

The nobles had different expressions, some of them showing fear.

This is one of the strongest Shinigami of our time, and a young Shinigami with a sharp edge, not a dull old man like Yamamoto.

Some families had received his "care" during this period, so it was impossible for them not to be afraid.

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

I would be eternally grateful for anything you ask for.

Chapter 237 Family Head

"So it's Captain Aozaki! I never expected to meet you here, it's such an honor!"

Yunjing wore a fawning smile, his eyes fixed on Aozaki Mayuki as if she were a mountain of gold.