Bleach: Getting Stronger Starting from Teaching at the Spiritual Arts Academy

"Yes, I heard from those classmates who went to the Fourth Division that Shikatori-sensei has saved a lot of Shinigami's lives during this time!" Kobayashi-sensei exclaimed.

"Shikatori-sensei, you're now the vice-captain of the Fourth Division. Will you still be teaching at the Spirit Arts Academy in the future?" Duanmu Zongsuke asked the question that everyone was curious about.

The news of July stepping down as the vice-captain of the Fourth Division had not yet spread, so his colleagues were unaware of it.

"I'm still the homeroom teacher of Class Two, so I can't take care of both at the same time. That's why I've stepped down as vice captain, but I'll still stay at the Spirit Arts Academy to teach," July said with a smile.

Everyone found it unbelievable.

The position of vice-captain is second only to the captain in the 13th Division, and there are at most thirteen vice-captains in the same period.

However, Shichiru Shichiru chose to step down as vice-captain and continue teaching at the Spirit Arts Academy.

"It's truly admirable that Mr. Shikatori gave up his position as vice-captain for the sake of his students!"

"Yes, yes, you really have to admit it. It's an honor to have a colleague like Shikatori-sensei!"

"The Shinigami Academy is an indispensable part of the prosperity of the 13th Division, and we are all doing something very meaningful," July said gently.

Shikagori Nanatsuki's humble demeanor made everyone feel even better about him.

Duanmu Zongjie glanced at an empty seat at the back and, seeing that no one was there, started a conversation about another topic: "Shikatori-sensei, I heard that this year's autumn exams are related to the competition for the fencing club captain."

"I wish Shikatori-sensei could be the club president."

He didn't want the position of head of the swordsmanship club to fall to Tsunayoshi Tokinada, who was rarely seen.

If Tsuna were to become the head of the swordsmanship club, he would most likely not manage the advanced swordsmanship classes, and the graduates' swordsmanship level would probably be much lower.

"I'm also very interested in the position of head of the swordsmanship department, and I hope to continue teaching students in the swordsmanship training class in the future," July said without any attempt to hide her interest.

After learning Shikai, Kana Mochijo's spiritual pressure is no weaker than Sojun Kuchiki's, so she still has a chance to compete for first place in the Autumn Exams.

For July, the position of captain of the fencing club is far more important than that of vice captain.

Because serving as a minister has a hidden benefit that is very useful to him—when allocating classes for new students in the future, the minister will have priority in choosing.

By prioritizing the selection of classes, you can minimize the chance of overlooking suitable disciples.

At that moment, two more people entered through the door: Yushōda, the head of the Kidō Club, and Nakano, the head of the Hakudachi Club.

"Mr. Shikatori, it's good that you're here. We'd like to discuss something with you," said Manager Nakano kindly.

"Minister Nakano, please speak."

"Princess Yoruichi went to the battlefield without permission some time ago, which caused her family a lot of headaches, so they put her under house arrest," said Nakano, the department head, somewhat helplessly. "At the same time, they also invited me to guide her training."

July's eye twitched. He had previously found it a bit strange that the Shihouin family's education was so radical, sending Yoruichi into the battlefield for training.

Yoruichi actually sneaked into the battlefield!

The previous statement that her family wanted her to come to the battlefield for training was just a lie to deceive July, because they were afraid that July wouldn't let her stay on the battlefield.

Yoruichi is quite strong now, and even if the other members of the Onmitsukito Squad discover her, they can't do anything about it.

Nakano continued, "I also taught Princess Yoruichi hand-to-hand combat for a period of time before, so I know very well what level she was at before."

"I didn't expect Princess Yoruichi to have grown so much."

"I heard her say that her progress was due to Shikatoshi-sensei's excellent guidance."

July said modestly, "Yoruichi has great talent and works very hard, which is why she has made such great progress."

Nakano-go said with a smile, "Princess Yoruichi is very talented, but her rapid progress is inseparable from the guidance of Shikatori-sensei."

"Princess Yoruichi has a somewhat mischievous personality, so it won't be easy to guide her."

"Shikatori-sensei must have exceptional teaching abilities to become Yoruichi-sama's teacher."

"Therefore, I would like to invite Mr. Shikatori to give a lecture to the students of the Hakuda (Hakudaira) training class."

July realized that this was Yoruichi's help!

He had no reason to refuse such a good thing as giving the students of the white-collar training course their first reward: "Of course, no problem, just set a time, Nakano-go."

“Then I’ll trouble you, Shikatori-sensei,” Nakano-bu continued. “By the way, Yoruichi-sama also said that Shikatori-sensei’s skill in Kido is also very high.”

“After I told Minister Yushoda about this, he also wanted to invite Professor Shikatori to give a lecture to the students in the Kido advanced training class.”

The Flying Dragon Strike Thunder Cannon used in Karakura Town in July left an indelible impression on Yoruichi, making her highly respect her teacher's Kido skills.

Minister Ariakita also said, "Yes, I've come to invite Professor Shikatori as well."

Like Yamada, the head of the Kaidobu, they would occasionally invite experts to give lectures to students in the advanced training program.

Shikatoki Nanatsuki was a teacher at the Spirit Arts Academy, and after demonstrating his abilities, he naturally received an invitation from them.

"No problem, as long as Minister Akita arranges the time." July was delighted. Yoruichi was truly a lucky charm, having given him two assists in a row.

Chapter 111 The Shadow of the Spirit King (Happy New Year)

Early in the morning, guests arrived at the dojo.

The parents of Kana Mochi and Sōya Mochi arrived.

"Master Shikatori, I'm so sorry for coming to thank you so late," said the head of the Shikatori family, his face full of apology.

The guards behind him were carrying a pile of gifts.

The Momoshiro family sent these gifts to thank Shichiki Shichigatsu for helping them clear their names.

It took some time to prepare these things, which is why I'm only coming to express my gratitude now.

"Patriarch Mochi is too kind. I am the teacher of Kana and Souya, so it is only right that I do my part," July said with a smile.

“I am a bit older than you. If you don’t mind, you can call me elder brother,” the head of the Mole City family said with a smile.

"The teacher is very young!" Cilantro Mochi was a little unhappy.

The head of the Mole City family twitched his eye and glanced at his daughter thoughtfully.

He realized that the little cotton-padded jacket might be letting in drafts.

The head of the Mochishiro family remained unfazed and continued to smile, "Although this mundane item is insignificant compared to your help to the Mochishiro family, please accept it, Master Shikatori."

"Thank you for your kindness, then I'll accept it without hesitation." July didn't refuse; she couldn't very well ask them to take it back, that would be too embarrassing.

Then the head of the Mole City family gave a brief introduction to the gifts he had given.

The money given by the Mochi City family was enough to renovate the Shikato Dojo many times over.

There are also some precious medicinal herbs, minerals and other resources that were specially collected.

In addition, there was a stack of land deeds.

These land deeds are all land deeds for land near the Shikari Dojo!

The Shizuki family bought all the land near Shikatori's dojo and gave it to Shikatori Nanatsuki!

The Shikatori Dojo, including the mountain behind it, covers an area of ​​about 20,000 to 30,000 mu.

The Mochishiro family spared no expense, spending a great deal of money to buy the Shikatodo training ground and tens of thousands of acres of land near the back mountain.

"The Mole City family is quite sincere; they've really become big landlords now..." July thought to herself.

The land area of ​​Shikatori Dojo has now reached 100,000 mu!

More than 80% to 90% of the nobles in Soul Society do not own this much land.

The head of the Zhicheng family realized that the family was no longer able to maintain such a large business, so he took the opportunity to divide up the family assets and give away many of them.

In July, it was speculated that Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni, Kyoraku Shunsui, and even Kuchiki Ginrei and Ukitake Jushiro, who participated in the subsequent investigation, would also receive a thank-you gift.

If the Zhicheng family encounters misfortune again in the future, those of them who have received generous gifts will feel embarrassed to stand idly by and will definitely lend them a helping hand within their means.

"I guess this can be considered a way to ward off bad luck by spending money," July thought to herself.

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Swordsmanship Room, Academy of Spirit Arts

"Today I'm going to teach you a move that's quite useful in combat," July said.

The students are making progress faster than expected in July.

Thanks to the bonus effect of the "Pedestrian Guidance" attribute, most students had already completed basic spiritual pressure control last semester and could concentrate their spiritual pressure on their wooden swords.

Therefore, in July, it was decided to teach the students in Class 2 a sword move that was relatively easy to learn, which could also be considered as some preparation for the autumn exam.

"Zhicheng Xiangcai, go get a wooden knife and come up here to help me demonstrate," July said.

"Yes!" Cilantro Mochi quickly walked to the wooden knife rack and took a wooden knife.

After Cilantro Mole City got into position, July continued, "Today I'm going to teach you a move called Godless Continuous Slash."

In July, he held the wooden knife in both hands and raised it above his head.

The next moment, the wooden sword fell, slashing straight at Cilantro Mole City.

July's movements were obvious, and Kana Mochi reacted quickly, raising her sword to block his attack.

thump—

After the wooden sword struck, July did not use her strength to suppress Kana Mochi, but instead raised the wooden sword at an extremely fast speed.

The wooden knife fell again.

dong dong dong-

In July, he swung his sword repeatedly at an extremely fast speed.

Cilantro Mochi reacted quickly, parrying the first few blows, but when the last blow landed, she felt a huge shock in her hand, and the wooden sword in her hand was sent flying.

"I thought I could catch that knife..." said Kana Mochi in surprise.

July explained, "The core of Shen Wunian's continuous slashes is to overwhelm the opponent with rapid slashes, and then use all your strength in the last one or two slashes to knock the opponent's sword away."

"Moreover, the way Shen Wunian's continuous slashes are generated is the same as Su Zhen's, only it requires a faster slashing speed, making it an easy move to learn."

This move may seem simple, but it has a good chance of catching the opponent off guard.

After class, there are still many things to do in July.

There are many things to do at the start of the school year, such as checking the wear and tear of the kendo equipment with Mr. Shirai and going to the student dormitories to see if the students have any needs.

When he returned to the temple, it was already late at night.

Back in her room, July took out the bloodline extractor she had obtained earlier.

[Bloodline Extractor (Pureblood Quincy): A key to obtaining Quincy power. How to use: After Shikai, pour it into your own shadow.]

The system's instructions on how to use it confused July.

It would make more sense to have him inject it into a spirit or take it directly.

"Can my shadow ability still digest and absorb this stuff...?" July, as the master of Shadow Princess, was still incredulous at the system's prompt.

In July, she decided to give it a try and drew her Zanpakuto: "Observe all things, Shadow Princess."

The Zanpakuto swiftly transformed into a black blade.

July unscrewed the cap of the bloodline extractor and poured the liquid inside, which emitted a blue glow, onto the shadow.

The blue liquid flowed onto the wooden floor, but instead of being absorbed by the floor, it clumped together.

The next instant, July's shadow seemed to surge out like boiling water in a pot.

Then countless black lines extended from the shadow, merging with the seemingly solidified blue liquid, and condensing in the air into a ball of black lines emitting a blue glow.

These black threads intertwined and formed a shape resembling a heart.

The black ball of yarn kept contracting and expanding, making it look like a beating heart.

In that instant, July felt as if her consciousness was being separated.

He actually had two perspectives at the same time!

He is Lu Qu Qiyue, and at the same time, he is this tangible shadow.

In that instant, he recalled some deeper memories:

A huge, flawless crystal statue stands in the empty hall.

And the perspective in July's memory was actually from below the giant crystal!

He is that shadow reflected through flawless crystal!