Bleach: From Rugum to Thousand-Year Captain

Blood Demon, you must be very happy. This time, you and I can fight without any scruples again, even if this may be the last time!

The other squad captains had their heads bowed as if they were mourning the dead. In their eyes, Kirinji Tenjiro, who was able to fight and hold his own against Captain-Commander Yamamoto, was bound to defeat Shishima Chigiri.

Kirinji Tenjiro shrugged and spread his hands; "That's why I hate that you Shinigami like to talk to yourselves. It's not like I forced you to make me seem like a bad guy."

"Further words are useless, Bankai! Blood Demon Yomi!!!"

Shishima Chigiri immediately activated his Bankai, transforming his Zanpakuto into a tiny scalpel. However, this Bankai did not cause the Blood Demon to transform into Ruri Kouou.

If it were the King of Ruri, Shijima Chigiri might not necessarily lose! But things have come to this, Blood Demon, let's go!

After Bankai, the Blood Demon instantly dyed the surroundings deep red. Yamamoto Shigekuni and the other captains, along with Amatsuki Sussai, used Shunpo to retreat and clear the battlefield for the two.

Both Tengetsu Sussai and Kirinji Tenjiro were aware of Shishima Chigiri's Shikai Blood Demon abilities, which involved using special spiritual pressure to interfere with enemies and conduct long-range targeting. However, Kirinji's reverse Kido repelled this special spiritual pressure.

Generally, the Shikai and Bankai of a Zanpakuto are inevitably related, and most of the time the connection is to amplify or enhance the power of a blood demon.

The entire battlefield is filled with Shijima Chigiri's unique spiritual pressure. It's not just about attaching to the enemy to be able to cut him. After his Bankai, the Blood Demon Yomi, just as his name suggests, will turn the entire space into the Yellow Springs Soup, and his scalpel will become a real demon!

Despite feeling the special spiritual pressure of the blood demon invading and tainting his entire body once again, Kirinji Tenjiro showed no panic. He already knew the principle behind the opponent's Zanpakuto, and even Bankai would be useless.

Shijima Chigiri swung his hand and unleashed a scalpel-like strike from thin air, causing the entire Yomi Space to tremble as if space itself were being torn apart. The strike was aimed at Kirinji Tenjiro, and it seemed impossible for him to dodge it no matter what he did.

"That's enough of this pointless charade, Amaterasu Flash! Kingpiga!!!"

A torrent of spiritual energy erupted from Kirinji Tenjiro's body, and the immense spiritual pressure distorted the Yomi space.

He immediately unleashed the golden, shimmering Kinbiga, which was then pinned upside down on the ground. Kirinji Tenjiro kicked off the wooden part of the oar, revealing the blade of Kinbiga.

"Blood Pool Hell!!!" The spiritual pressure surging from his body transformed into a spring of blood-like water, which rushed directly towards Shijima Chigiri.

This is Kirinji Tenjiro's signature move: Blood Pool Hell!

The effects of Blood Pool Hell are the opposite of White Bone Hell. Both are bathwater created by Kirinji Tenjiro using his own spiritual power combined with the pressure of his Zanpakuto. The water is extremely hot and its effect is to enter the body of the person soaking in it through the skin, replenishing their blood and spiritual pressure.

If the person soaking has sufficient spiritual pressure and blood, the pool water will cause them to overexert themselves, resulting in bodily ulceration.

When used against an enemy, this technique transforms into an extremely terrifying corrosive liquid, causing the victim's body to rot and decay into a rotting corpse.

The battle between Shinigami is a battle of spiritual pressure, and this principle perfectly describes the fight between Kirinji Tenjiro and Shishima Chigiri. As Yomi was submerged in blood, so too did the Fourth Division Captain, Shishima Chigiri, vanish.

Or perhaps he should be called the former captain of the fourth division now. Shishima Chigiri's Bankai was directly released, and his body fell heavily to the ground without any struggle. His shihaka and captain's haori were intact, but his blood was all around him, staining the ground red.

Even so, Shijima Chigiri did not die immediately, but her life was nearing its end, her eyes were lifeless and she lost consciousness.

Kirinji Tenjiro frowned as he watched this scene. He wanted to ask Tenzuki Sukusai to come forward and treat him, but he stopped himself from speaking.

He was a respectable warrior, and death after defeat was the most righteous end for him. This is indeed an admirable belief, but it is completely contrary to the beliefs of Kirinji Tenjiro.

Seeing Shishima Chigiri's defeat, the captains of each squad inexplicably felt a sense of shared sorrow. This is how the captains of the Gotei 13 are—killers before death, but dead dogs afterward; controlled by fate, they can be discarded at will once they have no more use.

Amatsuki Sussai lamented that a captain-level Shinigami who could use Bankai had died just like that; lack of strength is the original sin! After Shishima Chigiri died, Kirinji Tenjiro became the new captain of the Fourth Division, and Amatsuki Sussai became the vice-captain.

"I never imagined that joining the Gotei 13 would lead to becoming the vice-captain of the medical team. What a twist of fate."

Yamamoto Shigekuni turned around; "Now that this matter is settled, Captain Kirinji will report to the Fourth Division barracks in the Seireitei soon, as will Vice-Captain Amatsuki. The rest of the captains, continue your missions. That's all!"

After saying that, Yamamoto Shigekuni disappeared from everyone's sight with a Shunpo. The captains were all powerful figures from Rukongai, and they were all dissatisfied with each other and might even have grudges. Let alone having a good relationship, it would be good enough if they didn't start fighting each other right away.

Seeing that everything was alright, they all left to continue their 'recruitment' missions and clear obstacles, each acting as a lone wolf.

The devastated South 70th Ward is now only occupied by Kirinji Tenjiro, Tengetsu Jassai, and 'Shijima Chigiri'.

Knowing that captain-level spirits of third-class spiritual power or above would not easily dissipate, Shijima Chigiri would be dragged into hell sooner or later. So, Tengetsu Sussai didn't care about killing or burying them, but went back to the hot spring house with Kirinji Tenjiro and took a good bath.

A 'fulfilling' day has finally come to an end.

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Chapter 37 Crazy Little Girl Meets Cool Older Man

A month later.

Soul Society.

In the center of Rukongai, in District 1, Runlin'an.

Rows of wooden houses were built side by side on both sides of the main road, and there were no idle wandering spirits around.

Most of the houses in this neighborhood are used as shops, while the pub is bustling with people coming and going.

A burly man, holding a wine glass, kept swaying his body. Even though he was drunk, he still wanted to show off to the other guests. It was hard to tell whether he was just being drunk or simply having a great time.

"Let me tell you, based on my connections, the Gotei 13 have once again mobilized in all directions of Rukongai. The commotion they've caused is absolutely bloody; the higher up in Rukongai, the more people have died!"

"You should be glad that you are in Runlin'an District 1. The security here is comparable to that of the nobles living in Seireitei. Do you know why?"

The big man's words piqued the interest of the group of drinkers below, who responded with shouts of encouragement.

"Why?" "Tell me, Eisuke!" "Stop keeping me in suspense!"

"Hehe...hehe, that's because Runlin'an and the other few wandering soul districts all have properties owned by various nobles. Those properties are monopolized by the nobles, and in order to ensure security, the Grim Reapers are hired to protect the nobles' property."

"No wonder... After all, he's a Grim Reaper. It's truly enviable to be a high-level spiritualist with such immense power. If I could become a Grim Reaper, it would improve my current financial situation."

"Yes, yes, yes! And I heard that the Seireitei has established the Gotei 13 and the Shinigami Academy, so we commoners can also become Shinigami after studying and taking the exams!"

The man was immediately mocked by his companion as soon as he finished speaking.

"A Shinigami? Why join the Seireitei and become a Shinigami? Are you looking for death? Putting aside the fact that becoming a Shinigami is about protecting the property of nobles and becoming a henchman, do you think the heroes of the Gotei 13 would even look at you? Go to sleep and you can get up early to work tomorrow."

"Tch, can't I even think about it? Do you think I'm going to become the Grim Reaper?" The two, drunk and disorderly, started fighting at the drop of a hat, pushing and shoving each other and knocking over many tables.

The boss was at his wit's end. He tried to gently pull the two apart, but the big man kicked him to the ground.

The group of people sitting on the second floor burst into laughter upon seeing this; they were all dressed in robes to conceal their figures. The two leaders, one with his chest exposed and the other dressed in a shihaka (a type of Japanese martial arts uniform).

It was Kirinji Tenjiro, Tenzuki Sussai, Iwabuchi Ichiki, a group of samurai, and many spiritualists they had subdued along the way using both soft and hard methods, who had been rushing for a month.

The decision was made by Tengetsu Sussai. Initially, Kirinji Tenjiro didn't want to do such a troublesome thing. It would be a waste to recruit some lackeys, since they might die at any time. Why bother recruiting them into the squad?

However, after Tianyue Quezhai gave him some advice, he readily agreed.

Kirinji Tenjiro, who became the captain of the fourth division a month ago after passing the 'captain's test', and his vice-captain Amatsuki Sussai, learned about Yamamoto's 'recruitment' and 'hunting' plan with the help of Shihouin Sennichi.

And their Fourth Division will definitely need to recruit talent, as Tengetsu Sussai put it.

"It's fine if you don't like them. We'll just fool that sword demon and recruit some people to get by. Besides, you don't have anyone to do anything for you. Our Captain of Kirin Temple, you don't want to carry bricks and build a bathhouse all by yourself, do you? I'm not going to carry bricks and eat dirt for you."

"Yes! The Fourth Division is a medical division, so a bathhouse that can heal the body and mind is essential! I agree to your suggestion, let's do it!"

Kirinji Tenjiro had a straw in his mouth and looked nonchalant. Tenzuki Sukusai thought that if he became the vice-captain, he would have to rack his brains and handle all the team affairs. He didn't want to have to work every day when he had nothing to do.

Glancing at Iwabuchi Ichiki, Tengetsu Sukusai revealed a kind expression.

Iwabuchi Ichiki felt a tightness in his chrysanthemum as Tengetsu Sukusai stared at him like that.

"Boss Tianyue..."

"Huh? What did you call me?"

"Oh no, Vice Captain Tianyue, is there something you need?"

"If you perform well afterward, I can give you a raise!"

"Ugh..." Iwabuchi Ichiki felt a bit overwhelmed by the CPU after being attacked so many times, and secretly wept. He was afraid that his life as a team member from now on would not be easy.

Downstairs at a corner table, a thin figure wrapped in a long, loose black robe was eating and drinking heartily, gulping down wine and meat. Seeing that the drunken brawlers were about to crash into her table, she quickly lifted the table, gently pushed it up with her leg, and kicked back.

Despite the seemingly weak kick, the two men were sent flying, knocking over a group of people and piercing through a wooden plank as they flew into the kitchen.

The entire wooden house is about to be demolished.

"Get out, everyone! This house is about to collapse!" At Tengetsu Chosai's command, all the samurai and the rogue spirits who had joined the party quickly jumped out of the windows.

"I wondered who it was. Even if I didn't recognize the spiritual pressure, just look at that single eyepatch and purple twin tails. Who else could it be but Fujisai, who is immortal?"

Fujisai's immortality is incredibly arrogant and outrageous; his ferocious appearance makes one think a burly man has possessed a little girl's body. This yandere look is fine in anime, but in real life, it's probably unacceptable.

The two who were kicked out were basically inhaling more air than exhaling; they would probably die if they didn't receive treatment.

Tengetsu Quesai ignored the buried drinkers. There should be a limit to drunken madness. People who like to act crazy when drunk are not good people and are not worth pitying. It is their own fault that they were targeted and killed by the immortal Fujisai.

He instantly drew his Zanpakuto, Shinji, and unleashed his spiritual pressure to slash at the immortal Fujisai.

It wasn't that Tengetsu Sussai was brainless and arrogant enough to rely on Kirinji Tenjiro's backing to fight against Fujisai, who was immortal. The main reason was that Fujisai, being immortal, had already drawn his sword before him, locking onto Kirinji Tenjiro and Tengetsu Sussai, leaving him only to react passively.

Seeing the sickly flush on Fujisai's immortal face, Tenzuki Suzaku asked in bewilderment, "Captain Kirinji, isn't Captain Fujisai about to have a drunken rampage? A drunk person isn't just out of their mind; they actually intend to do it..."

"You got it right!"

Fujisai, immortal and ageless, swung his Zanpakuto downwards, while Tenzuki Susumei countered with a horizontal strike from the blade of Shin'i. The immense power emanating from the Zanpakuto's blade nearly caused Tenzuki Susumei to lose his grip on Shin'i, so he quickly imbued the blade with the power of the Hōmaru, absorbing the force of the attack.

Fujisai, who was immortal, only felt the force of his Zanpakuto loosen, and the force of the clashing blades was dissipated.

She felt something was off, but still slashed again in the same spot. This time, the slash was extremely fast, and Tengetsu Suki's reflexes couldn't catch the trajectory; she only saw a white afterimage.

He could only unleash the power that had just been absorbed by the gourd, sending out a slashing wave towards Fujisai Immortal. However, Fujisai Immortal was incredibly cunning; sensing this relatively weak slash, she directly used her hand to touch the slashing wave and disperse it.

Seeing this, Tengetsu Sussai had no choice but to prepare to unleash his Zanpakuto, otherwise he would have no chance against the immortal Fujisai.

But the next moment, Kirinji Tenjiro drew his Zanpakuto and appeared behind Fujisai Immortal, with Kinbika held upside down against Fujisai Immortal's neck.

"Don't move, Captain. If you dare to move, you're dead."

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Chapter 38 First Encounter with Seireitei

From that single clash of swords, Tengetsu Sussai clearly felt the strength and pressure emanating from the First Captain. He felt that even with his Shikai, he wouldn't fare well against such a powerful attack, let alone the fact that his opponent could unleash his Zanpakuto.

Kirinji Tenjiro stood behind the immortal Fujisai, and the height difference between the two was particularly eye-catching. Could this combination of a crazy little girl and a scumbag uncle be considered a couple?

However, the people involved, Kirinji Tenjiro and Fujisai Immortal, did not think so. Fujisai Immortal sensed a strong killing intent from Kirinji's Zanpakuto.

If you dare to make a move, you will really die!

But that's what makes it so interesting!!!

A surge of powerful energy began to emanate from Fujisai's immortal body, indicating that he was about to fight with all his might. Kirinji Tenjiro and Tenzuki Sussai exchanged a glance, both feeling utterly helpless.

Tengetsu Sussai feared that Kirinji would actually kill another captain, especially since Kirinji Tenjiro was already a captain. If he attacked another captain, it wouldn't be a captain's challenge but an act of betrayal, which Yamamoto Shigekuni would absolutely not tolerate, as it would weaken the Gotei 14's strength.

This Fujisai is immortal and has no brains.