Death: This Death is a bit unorthodox.

His gaze swept across the room, and he knew everyone present, whether they were members of the First Division or members of the Eleventh Division led by Kenpachi Zaraki, all of whom were extremely familiar with him.

When people saw him, they greeted him warmly.

He responded to everyone with a smile, showing no arrogance whatsoever just because he had become the leader.

Of course, aside from being arrogant and domineering, the captain's authority was still indispensable.

A kind-hearted person can't control this group of lawless bastards.

When he sat down in the main seat and looked around, the scene before him could only be described as "chaotic".

Chapter 434 Call Me Captain Hitsugaya

Everywhere was bustling with people, toasting and drinking with each other, creating a lively scene.

Even the culinary masters who usually have stern faces are now serving up all sorts of delicious food with smiles on their faces.

The First Division's mess hall was clearly no longer able to accommodate so many people, so dozens of Eleventh Division members simply sat cross-legged on the ground outside.

They didn't need tables and chairs, freely enjoying the joyful atmosphere, drinking one glass after another.

Just then, a stunning blonde woman ran past Aozaki Mayuki.

Aozaki Mayuki dodged to the side, only to see a white-haired brat chasing closely behind.

The little rascal's face turned bright red after only a few steps, and his unsteady gait drew laughter from those around him.

"Hey, hey, hey, little Shiro, you're still too young. If you can't drink, then don't drink! Rangiku-neechan is only doing this for your own good."

Hinamori Momo ran over, looked at the little boy trying to act mature, and teased him with a smile.

"What are you talking about, you bedwetting momo? Call me Captain Hitsugaya. Besides, I'm not young at all. I'm almost a hundred years old."

The brat grumbled indignantly, tidying up the white hair on his head before turning around and cursing as he went to ask his companions for more wine.

Seeing his pretentious "little adult" demeanor, coupled with his rosy, childlike face, Matsumoto Rangiku couldn't help but clutch her stomach, bend over, and burst into unrestrained laughter.

Hahaha, a little brat who's not even a hundred years old dares to call himself an adult.

She seemed to have forgotten that before she turned one hundred, she had already done some things that were more like those of an "adult".

However, at that time, her growth rate far exceeded that of her peers, so much so that she did not realize it.

"Alright, alright, let's give the little brother some face."

Just then, Matsumoto Rangiku suddenly felt a light pat on her back.

She turned her head with a slight grimace and found the big, smiling man standing quietly behind her.

He had already gotten a group of team leaders who had come specifically to freeload after hearing the news.

These people lay sprawled on the ground, unconscious.

"That kid's always showing off. Look at him, he's starting to act crazy while drunk. Kenpachi, keep an eye on him, don't let him break our First Division's table!"

Matsumoto Rangiku, reeking of alcohol, spoke loudly.

"You two seem to have a good relationship. That kid is really funny when you tease him."

Aozaki Mayuki replied with a smile.

He raised his glass and drank it all in one gulp, then lowered his voice and said to the person next to him:

"Speaking of which, you're still the third seat, would you be interested in becoming a vice-captain?"

"No way! Being a vice-captain involves so much work, it's exhausting!"

She rejected Matsumoto Rangiku without hesitation.

"How can you be so lazy?" Aozaki Mayuki shook her head helplessly.

Upon hearing this, Matsumoto Rangiku laughed smugly.

"Hmph...who do you think I resemble!?"

"I'm telling you, if you're afraid of getting tired, just quit your job as the Grim Reaper and go home to be my noble lady in peace."

"It's so funny," said Aozaki Mayuki jokingly.

"This... let's forget about it. Being a noblewoman is nothing compared to being a grim reaper!" Matsumoto Rangiku quickly waved her hand.

“That makes sense.” Aozaki Mayuki nodded in agreement.

The two continued walking while chatting.

Soon, they saw Rukia waving.

Rukia had taken up two empty seats and was waiting for them with a happy expression.

Aozaki Mayuki found a comfortable spot in the office and sat down, then casually placed her hand on the head of the well-behaved and adorable Rukia, gently stroking her head.

Rukia blushed at her brother's actions and lowered her head shyly, but still mustered her courage and said in a muffled voice:

"Brother, I want to join the First Squad..."

Aozaki Mayuki was slightly taken aback, then revealed a relieved smile.

I never expected that my younger sister, who always does whatever she says, would actually take the initiative to make a request of me. It seems that she has finally grown up.

"Then come on, with your strength, you should be qualified for the fourth seat."

Aozaki Mayuki smiled and nodded in agreement.

In fact, Rukia's spiritual pressure is now sufficient to learn Bankai.

Aozaki Mayuki turned to the chief secretary beside her and instructed:

"Yinmeng, send someone to the Technology Development Bureau in a couple of days to bring back a Transcendent Body."

Yinmeng immediately and obediently agreed.

At that moment, Aozaki Mayuki noticed that the newly hired second secretary was pouring herself a drink, and she poured herself a glass as well.

This surprised Aozaki Maki, because he knew that Ise Nanao had never drunk alcohol before.

"You never drink before, what's wrong with you today?" Aozaki Mayuki asked curiously.

Ise Nanao smiled slightly and replied softly:

"I just suddenly realized that alcohol isn't so bad. Drinking a little when you're happy seems nice."

Many things are often difficult to explain.

For example, the two most important men to Ise Nanao in her life both loved to drink.

She couldn't help but sigh as she recalled her troublesome uncle.

That lazy guy got completely drunk again today; he'll probably push all the work onto Lisa tomorrow.

Just as Aozaki Mayuki was about to ask Ise Nanao about her first experience with alcohol, the previously noisy venue suddenly fell silent.

He looked up and saw that old man Yamamoto was already in the main seat, so he had no choice but to obediently shut his mouth.

"Gentlemen, on behalf of the Seireitei, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to you all."

"It is thanks to your bravery and tenacious fighting that we have been able to protect this world."

The old man's passionate voice echoed throughout the venue.

Whether it was just an illusion or not, Aozaki Mayuki felt that the old man seemed to have become much younger.

He stood on the stage, drinking heartily, and no longer had that gloomy feeling about him.

Just then, a clear and melodious laugh suddenly reached Aozaki Mayuki's ears:

"It's like going back a thousand years, it's truly nostalgic!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Retsu Unohana suddenly reached out from behind and hugged Maki Aozaki tightly.

She spoke softly, her voice almost melting:

"That old ghost wasn't like this before. He once said this to us evil spirits..."

“‘Go mad! We, the kind of people who deserve to go to hell, should wield the sharpest knives, kill the fiercest men, and drink the strongest liquor.’”

“'Since these things don’t exist in hell, we should enjoy them to the fullest while we’re still alive!'”

Looking back now, that era seems pretty good.

Aozaki Mayuki turned to look at Unohana Retsu and asked softly:

"Do you want to go back to the past?"

Retsu Unohana paused slightly, then smiled gently and shook her head softly.

"No, I don't want to. It's fine as it is now."

At this moment, the old man in the main seat, who was already drunk, shouted loudly:

"Long live the King of Ling!"

Although he was quite old, he still drank one glass after another with great enthusiasm, enlivening the atmosphere of the entire banquet.

Everyone cooperated fully and responded in unison:

"Long live!"

Then, a series of gurgling swallowing sounds rang out, and everyone drank it all in one gulp.

Chapter 435 It's so good to have met you

After finishing their drinks, many of the Grim Reapers wiped the wine stains from their mouths, then sat down with a thud, followed by cheers, shouts of urging others to drink, and sounds of people scrambling for food.

This wine isn't as good as the one the old man hid away!

Aozaki Mayuki reluctantly put down her wine glass, smacked her lips, and began to ponder.

After the banquet ends, should we go to the old man's house and see if there are any good items?

As the former chief captain, the old man's retirement benefits were quite good.

They not only received houses and land, but also gained noble status.

This old fellow, who has spent his entire life protecting the nobles, has now finally become the one being protected.