Bleach: From Rugum to Thousand-Year Captain

Kyoraku Shunsui adjusted his straw hat and said, "Did anyone see where the attack came from? To my shame, I didn't see any trace of the enemy at all."

Kuki-gyuu shook her head; "Captain of the Kyoto Band, there's no need to be so self-deprecating. I didn't see it either."

"Be on guard. It's hard to say that attacking the First Division barracks is just a coincidence. To attack over the Seireitei's defenses, even if it's a Hollow, it must be a premeditated act."

"Cover up the cover, get to work! Turn the enemy's every clue upside down!"

Chiaki Shihōin used a secret order to notify the soldiers not far from the First Division barracks to begin their operation. This attack on the First Division was a slap in the face to the Secret Mobile Intelligence Network, which made him very unhappy.

The captains need not worry about the attack; the location where the captain is located is the safest place in Seireitei.

Any enemy who dares to attack, no matter who they are, will be torn to shreds by this force.

Tengetsu no Sukiyatsu also did not see any enemies; to be precise, there were no enemies at all.

He estimated that the phantom bullets were launched from the building into the sky and then free-fall, causing the attack.

Given the extent of the attack, it's clear that Sora Azashiro is the prime suspect.

He was curious to see what Shiro Sora could do, to give the bored Seireitei something to do.

Tengetsu no Sukezhai didn't expose everything directly, but just glanced at Mochishiro Souya with a slightly amused smile.

Zhicheng Shuang also felt the gaze sweeping over him from Tianyue Quezhai, responded with a smile, and turned to move forward.

Even though the First Division barracks were damaged, the division leader meeting still had to be held.

The vice-captains of each squad awaited orders outside the sword tower, while the captains lined up on both sides.

Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni strode heavily to the center and stomped his dragon-headed cane.

"First thing; some scoundrel dared to invade the Seireitei and destroy the First Division's barracks. This is a provocation against the Seireitei. The Second and Eighth Divisions will work together to investigate and capture this culprit. We will then use the Double Strike technique to carry out the ultimate punishment and deter any unruly beings."

"Second Division Captain Chiaki Shihōin and Eighth Division Captain Shunsui Kyōraku must complete the mission without delay."

Chiaki Shihōin didn't think much of it; it was simply within his job responsibilities.

However, Kyoraku Shunsui pressed down his straw hat, feeling extremely distressed. Wasn't this just asking for trouble?

He was present when the attack occurred, and not a single one of Mao's enemies could be seen.

It's probably pointless to investigate now, it's really a tricky situation!

"The second thing is to conduct the tenth report and summary of the Eleventh Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki's return from the Hueco Mundo expedition."

"Tch! Meteor City, come on up!"

"Yes!"

Kenpachi Zaraki wasn't very good at giving reports, and he almost embarrassed himself when asked to give a report upon returning from his first expedition.

They might as well just let the vice-captain, Meteor City, do it in his place, since he's used to being the acting captain anyway.

I already have experience in document preparation, so I might as well make the most of it.

Yachiru Zaraki was also a vice-captain, and Kenpachi Zaraki appointed two of them as vice-captains in such a capricious manner.

His subordinates nominally call Meteor City the vice-captain, but in reality, he is assisted by the third adjutant.

After all, the captain has complete real power in that squad, and there can be no objection to whoever is appointed as the vice-captain.

Captain Zaraki can be willful, but Meteor Castle wouldn't dare wander around Seireitei wearing a vice-captain's armband.

If someone with ulterior motives really seizes on this loophole, then Meteor City will be in big trouble.

After Meteor City completed its report, the next step was to appoint a captain.

"The captain positions of the Fifth Division, Tenth Division, and Twelfth Division have been vacant for a long time, so the Seireitei has made an exception and recruited heroes and strongmen from within Rukongai to fill the vacancies."

"Kujiro Kyozaku, Soya Azumajo, and Kiryu Hikifune, you are all heroes from Rukongai. Seireitei will not concern itself with your past."

"However, once you enter the Seireitei and become a Shinigami, you must act according to the rules of Shinigami. Captain, do you understand that as well?"

"Now we will conduct the team leader assessment. First up, Kuriyashiki Kyozaku, step forward!"

Yamamoto's classification of Souya Mochishiro, a fallen lower-ranking nobleman, into the lower class clearly expresses his attitude.

Although old man Yamamoto spoke slowly, his tone carried an undeniable authority, which put a lot of pressure on Kyozaki Kuruyashiki.

Facing the gazes of the two rows of captains, Kousashiki Kyozaku scratched his head and stood up straight. Everyone seemed to see shyness in him.

"The routine captain assessment rules do not apply to you, but you must demonstrate the power of your Bankai and the strength to reach the captain level. Is that alright?"

Both Kousashiki Kyosuke and Kiryuki Hikifune accidentally 'picked up' Asauchi in Rukongai. Asauchi was quite talented and learned Bankai on his own.

Meanwhile, Souichi Shiro is also a noble young master from the lower-ranking Shiro family. Due to his personal experiences, he awakened his Zanpakuto in despair.

"I have no problem." "..." "..."

"Then let's head to the First Division training ground."

The team captains took steps and quickly took their places by the low wall at the edge of the training ground.

Kenpachi Zaraki stood directly in the center of the training ground and beckoned to the three who arrived shortly afterward.

"Old man, let me test them. The three captains can come at me all at once. If they can beat me, that's fine. But if they can't, then it's better not to have three useless people as captains at all!"

"You insolent wretch! Get out of my way!"

Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni shouted, directly interrupting Kenpachi Zaraki's fighting spirit and clamor.

Just kidding, these are three captain-level Shinigami that we went to great lengths to recruit. If they were really hacked to pieces by Kenpachi Zaraki, wouldn't all our efforts have been for nothing?

“Kenpachi Zaraki is not suitable for the captain assessment. Now it’s Kōzaku Kurosaki’s turn. Which captain is willing to take the assessment?”

"..."

Chiaki Shihōin, Ginryū Kuchiki, and Ryūhei Ise were all of noble birth, and they knew that stepping forward to help the captain with the assessment was a difficult task that could easily offend people.

Therefore, the three of them will basically not participate in the captain assessment.

Yan Yuanjinle, Unohana Retsu, and Tenzuki Suzaku simply didn't want to bully the newcomers.

Not to mention that Unohana has already sheathed her sword, Tengetsu Sussai directly overwhelmed his opponent. Even if Gengen were to draw his sword, he might not be able to control his strength and would be ready to fight.

Ukitake Jushiro and Kyoraku Shunsui, both considered "fake" or "mediocre," were not the type to seek the limelight.

The most 'suitable' candidate, Kenpachi Zaraki, was stopped by old man Yamamoto, and at a glance, there really wasn't a suitable candidate for the captain assessment.

After remaining silent for nearly ten seconds, seeing that none of his captains intended to step forward, Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni's face darkened.

"What, do you want me, the captain, to personally conduct the assessment?"

"It's not impossible, Captain. It's good for old people to stretch their muscles and bones."

Of course, the only one who dared to directly challenge Yamamoto was Tengetsu Sussai.

"You bastard!"

"I'll do it..."

Before Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni could finish venting his anger, the Third Division Captain, Genryu Genroku, stepped forward and instantly appeared at the training ground, standing opposite Kuroyashiki Kyosuke.

Kuriyashiki Kyosuke covered his head; "Is my opponent such a quiet person? If I accidentally hit too hard, please forgive me. I don't want to make an enemy on my first day as captain."

"Hahaha, I'm dying of laughter! He actually mistook Yan Yuan for a scholar! I can't take it anymore, Tianyue Quezhai, hahaha!!!"

Shiroku Hakunsai couldn't hold back any longer and burst into uncontrollable laughter, clutching his stomach and practically rolling on the ground.

Yan Yuanjin adjusted his glasses, a thin line of black hair flashing across his forehead.

That Lu Quba Yunzhai is really something, why does he like to undermine others so much?

However, I've gotten used to Shikatori Hakunsai's consistent style; if he doesn't cause trouble, he wouldn't be Shikatori Hakunsai.

"It's been hundreds of years since I last drew my sword, so I'm a little out of practice. My silence is just like my habits; I'm not good at saying much."

"But since we've drawn our swords against each other, I'd appreciate your guidance so I can have a good time."

"And don't hold back!"

Having said that, Yan Yuanjinle instantly rushed forward, his Zanpakuto, Jingyu, already drawn from his waist, slashing horizontally at him to the left.

Kuriyashiki Kōzaku felt a sudden white light before his eyes, then jumped back and dodged.

"What a fast knife!!!"

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Chapter 129 The Old Scoundrel and the Young Scoundrel

Although Kuruyashiki Kyosuke was already on guard and prepared for battle when he entered the training ground, the speed of Ikuhara Kinroku's sword strikes was so fast that Kuruyashiki Kyosuke almost didn't have time to react.

Kuriyashiki Kyozaku quickly jumped back a step, adjusted his posture, and drew his Zanpakuto, Preta Kōrō, to block the incoming blade.

Instead of immediately launching a counterattack, he continued to wait in comfort to prepare for Yan Yuanjinle's next attack.

Clang!

The two Zanpakuto clashed once more, their swords intertwining and flashing, creating countless dazzling sparks.

The interplay of light and shadow with the white blades created a uniquely beautiful scene.

After several exchanges of blows, Yan Yuanjinle's slashing power began to increase, clearly indicating that his previous strikes were merely a warm-up.

"Haha, looks like we've been underestimated!"

Kuriyashiki Kyozaku laughed heartily, while also continuously elevating his own power and momentum.

He clearly understood that the unknown captain in front of him was not someone to be trifled with.

Yan Yuanjinle's slashes were precise and elegant, while Kuruyashiki Kyosuke's power was formidable; it was a contest between skill and strength.

The captains present all nodded in approval. Being able to fight Captain Yan Yuan for thirty rounds without being at a disadvantage was already a good outcome.

Shihōin, Kuchiki Ginryū, and the others did not believe that they could hold their own against Iwahara Kinryū using only their swordsmanship.

Based on their normal performance, all the captains believed that Kousashiki Kyosuke had reached the threshold of captain level, or even surpassed it.

Kenpachi Zaraki, watching the fierce battle on the training ground, was burning with excitement and couldn't wait to step onto the field and start his own attack.

However, since he was being watched by old man Yamamoto, Kenpachi Zaraki had no choice but to give up.

He didn't want to act rashly and then be summoned by old man Yamamoto to be fed swordsmanship, as he had experienced such a terrible fate firsthand.

Of the 13 Gotei 13, the only ones he truly respected were Yamamoto, Amatsuki Sussai, and Unohana Kenpachi, with Iwahara Kinroku being only half a member.