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

They had already proven their strength to Saito Akane when they were in the Great Forest of the Hollows.

Akane Saito gave all six of them an excellent score.

The same thing happened in July, and all six of them passed the assessment smoothly.

In July, she glanced at the information on the panel; the assessment feedback and rewards for the four disciples had also arrived:

[Disciple Cilantro Mole City completed her graduation assessment with an excellent rating; reward settled.]

[Gain 30000 points of basic general experience]

[Random skill proficiency level +1]

……

All four disciples received excellent ratings, resulting in July gaining a total of 120000 general experience points and four random skill proficiency boosts.

The skills that were upgraded are two Kido techniques, "Black Coffin" and "One-Sword Cremation", both of which have been upgraded to the Master level.

Once a high-sequence demonic path reaches the mastery level, it can be released through 'chanting abandonment'.

In July, it was also discovered that the reward for graduating early was 10000 more general experience points than that for graduating from an internship.

I don't plan to continue increasing my spiritual pressure in July. After reaching level 90, the experience required to level up is too much, and investing that experience into spiritual pressure won't increase it much.

He chose to apply the general experience he gained this time to the path of the demon.

Because he has two special attribute modifiers, his special attributes will also improve after his Ghost Path level is raised to a certain level.

[Incantation Abandonment (Beginner): When casting a Kido, the incantation for beginner Kido (numbered 1-30, including Breaking and Binding Techniques) is waived. Waiving the incantation weakens the Kido's power. This technique can only be used when the Kido's proficiency level reaches Proficiency. (After the Kido level reaches 80, this attribute will be upgraded to Intermediate.)]

After the Ghost Path level is raised to 70 in July, an additional line will appear after the [Chanting Abandonment (Beginner)] stat. Continuing to raise the Ghost Path level will improve this stat.

The same applies to the entry for 【Postscript to Chanting (Elementary)】.

Once the Ghost Path level is raised to 80, the bonuses of the two attributes will undergo a qualitative change.

Therefore, in July, he planned to first improve his Ghost Path level and put all his general experience into it, raising his Ghost Path level from 70 to 77.

After July finished processing the feedback rewards, they returned to the Third Division.

They met the third division's vice-captain, Iba Senteki, in the courtyard.

“Vice-Captain of the shooting range, our mission is over,” Saito Akane said.

"Thank you for your hard work. I never expected that such a simple task of transporting supplies would lead to so many problems. If it weren't for Professor Shikatori's presence, the consequences would have been unimaginable!" Iba Senteki exclaimed.

Soul Society had already learned of what happened in the Forest of Menreiki through interdimensional communication, and Senteki Iba also knew that the transport mission had gone wrong.

The news from the expeditionary force greatly shocked the Seireitei, which decided to send some researchers to assist the expeditionary force in improving the spiritual energy shield facilities in the camp, in order to prevent the Hollows with the ability to disguise themselves from infiltrating the camp again in the future.

At the same time, this incident also made some captains and vice-captains aware that Shikagori Nanatsuki had already reached captain-level strength.

As the logistics manager for this mission, Chizuru Shoji was naturally aware of the inside story.

Iba Senteki smiled slightly and continued, "I heard that Captain-Commander Yamamoto is already discussing with the other captains about appointing Shikatori-sensei as captain!"

July scratched his face. This accident had revealed his captain-level strength, which was actually a bit too early for him.

After all, Kiryu Hikifune hasn't been promoted to Squad Zero yet. If he were to become the captain in July, he definitely wouldn't be the captain of Squad Twelve.

After he became the captain of another squad, it became difficult for him to switch squads.

The team captain cannot switch teams arbitrarily without a special reason; if they want to switch teams, they must come up with a reason that can convince the others.

This means that the 12th Division cannot inherit the laboratory left there by Kiryu Hikifune and Shutara Senjumaru.

It seems I still need to find a way to negotiate with Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni and postpone my appointment as captain.

Chapter 159 The Captain-Commander's Invitation

After talking with Shikatori Nanatsuki for a while, Iba Senteku began to explain the advantages of the Third Division to Hirako Shinji and the others.

Hirako Shinji and the others had already mastered Shikai before they even graduated; they were all rare talents, and she didn't want to miss the opportunity to recruit them.

"The Third Division is a support team. They don't have many daily tasks, but they are indispensable in case of emergencies."

"Joining the Third Division is the best choice for you guys. You can get better training here so that you can grow faster."

"I'm sorry, I'll be joining the Sixth Division after I graduate," Kuchiki Sojun replied.

“My destination is already decided; I’ll be joining the Second Division after graduation,” said Shinjiro Ōmaeda, declining the offer.

Both of their families have been operating within their respective squads for many years and will not rashly switch squads.

Iba Senetsu was also familiar with their situation and was not surprised. She turned to look at Hirako Shinji and the others: "Where are the four of you?"

"The Third Division does not yet have a captain. Currently, I, as the vice-captain, am acting as the captain. You are all Shikatori-sensei's outstanding students with extraordinary potential. As long as you gain experience in the Third Division, you will have a great chance of being promoted to captain in the future."

Shechang Qiantie began to make empty promises to the four of them.

"I'm going to the Eleventh Division. Captain Kenpachi Kuruyashiki invited me during the True Sword Trial," said Kimiemon Kotsubaki, scratching the back of his head.

Captain Kenpachi Kuruyashiki was very sincere; he personally came to invite him after the competition ended, and Kotsubaki Jin'emon had already accepted his invitation.

"Doesn't the support team have many daily tasks..." Kana Mochishiro was a little tempted.

Having fewer daily tasks means you can slack off more often, which means you have more opportunities to freeload meals at your teacher's house!

“I’m sorry, but my preference is the Ninth Division,” Kensei Muguruma said.

“I should be going to the Fifth Division. The vice-captain of the Fifth Division invited me in advance,” Hirako Shinji said.

Kensei Muguruma and Shinji Hirako were both full of ambition and wanted to join a squad that didn't yet have a captain.

The Third Division is actually a good choice. They saw that Kana Azashiro was interested, so they didn't plan to join the Third Division. There is a big shortage of captains right now, and many divisions don't have a captain yet. There's no need for them to stay in the same division and cause trouble together.

Senetsu Iba also noticed that Kana Azuma was somewhat interested, and pressed his advantage, saying, "The Third Division doesn't have as many tedious daily affairs, and we have the most vacation time among the Gotei 13."

"I'm joining the Third Division!" Kana Azashiro agreed. "Vice-Captain Iraba, please take good care of me from now on!"

"Welcome to the Third Division!" Iba Senteki immediately beamed with joy, then turned to Shikatoki Nanatsuki and said, "Fortunately, the Third Division issued the assessment mission for this Spirit Arts Academy, which allowed me to invite Shikatoki-sensei's disciple right away."

July smiled and said, "The deputy captain of the shooting range is too kind. I'll need your help after Kana joins the Third Division."

July also agreed with her disciple's idea; going to a squad that didn't yet have a captain was indeed a very good choice.

When the group returned to the Spirit Arts Academy, they found many captains and vice-captains there.

They all received the news and, knowing that the group had completed the assessment, rushed over to recruit them.

However, they heard that the others had already made a decision.

Upon hearing that Shinji Hirako and Kensei Muguruma wanted to join the 5th and 9th Divisions, the members of the 5th and 9th Divisions were overjoyed.

Kuchiki Ginrei also came today. He came to Shikatri Nanatsuki and said thank you, "Shikatri-sensei, thank you for taking care of Aojun. If it weren't for your help, Aojun would have been in danger."

July smiled and said, "Cang Chun performed very well in this assessment. Captain Kuchiki's guidance was excellent."

"Not a single one of them is willing to come to the Eighth Division!" Kyoraku Shunsui, having failed to invite many people, came over to complain to Nanatsu, "I'm already quite familiar with Shikatori-kun's disciples, but not a single one of them is willing to come to me."

July joked, "They're probably afraid that if they follow the band leader, the band's affairs will never be finished."

Kyoraku Shunsui scratched his face and exclaimed, "Huh? How can you say that? I'm clearly a diligent and honest captain!"

Kyoraku Shunsui's words made the vice-captain next to him roll his eyes.

The vice-captain of the Eighth Division pushed up his glasses: "Heh, then please make sure that the diligent and incorruptible Captain Kyoraku finishes reading last week's documents today!"

"Ah, Shikatori-kun, I need to talk to you." Kyoraku Shunsui pretended not to hear and put his arm around Nanatsu's neck. "You really stole the show this time. Old Man Yama asked me to take you there."

Kyoraku Shunsui whispered in July's ear, "Old Man Yama wants you to be the captain of the Third Division."

July said helplessly, "The captaincy isn't urgent. I'm still leading a class of students, and I don't want to be the captain for the time being."

Kyoraku Shunsui glanced at Nanatsu in surprise. He was quite taken aback, not expecting Nanatsu to be unmoved by the position of captain.

The captain is at the pinnacle of power in the Gotei 13, and the resources he can access are unmatched by ordinary Shinigami.

However, Shikari Nanatsuki has now rejected such an opportunity.

Kyoraku Shunsui chuckled, "I don't think Old Man Yama will agree easily. He's been looking forward to you for a long time."

...

First Division, Swordsmanship Room—

"I've heard that your strength has improved rapidly." Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni took off his captain's haori.

"There has been a little progress, but it still needs more time to hone it." July said meaningfully.

After joining the First Division with Kyoraku Shunsui, he was brought to the swordsmanship room by this old man.

"Is that so... Then let this old man see how much you've improved!" Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni picked up a wooden sword from the sword rack, his hand moving like a blur as he hurled it at Shikatri Nanatsuki.

In the blink of an eye, the wooden sword had flown to July's front.

The wooden sword thrown by Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni actually exceeded the speed of sound.

call out--

July firmly grasped the wooden sword, and only then did the sound of it cutting through the air reach his ears.

July's eyes twitched involuntarily. This old man's strength was too great. Just taking that blow had made his hand go numb. If it were a Death God with the strength of a Seat Officer, his hand would probably have been broken by now!

"Very good!" Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni showed an approving expression, and picked up a wooden sword from the sword rack. "It seems you can let this old man stretch his muscles a little."

Kyoraku Shunsui and Sasakibe Chojiro also stayed in the swordplay room to watch the match.

Kyoraku Shunsui touched the beams and pillars in the swordsmanship room, feeling them slightly prickly: "Vice Captain of the Sparrow Club, it seems like your First Squad's swordsmanship room will need to be renovated again."

A rare smile appeared on Chojiro Sasaki's serious and rigid face: "This swordsmanship room has been in disrepair for many years and has not been repaired in seventy-six years. If there is any problem, we can take this opportunity to repair it."

Shichika and Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni walked to the center of the swordplay room, ready to strike.

Chapter 160 Another Battle Against Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni

Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni stood tall and imposing. He didn't put on any airs; he simply stood there, yet he exuded an aura that was impossible to ignore.

The wrinkles on his face did not give him any sense of aging, but rather seemed to be engraved with battle patterns that spanned mountains of corpses and seas of blood. The fighting spirit deep in his eyes was about to burst forth, as if molten lava was surging within them.

The oppressive feeling did not come from spiritual pressure, but rather from the manifestation of long-standing battles.

Without any formalities with Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni, July took off his shirt, and a terrifying surge of spiritual pressure immediately erupted from his back.

Kyoraku Shunsui was standing right behind Shikatri Nanatsuki, and he could feel it very clearly. His straw hat was lifted up by the violent spiritual pressure. He quickly pressed down on his hat and said, "A hand-to-hand combat technique combined with Kido, huh? Shikatri-kun's hand-to-hand combat skills have improved quite a bit!"

Chojiro Sasaki nodded, but his focus was elsewhere: "Shikari Nanatsuki's spiritual pressure has indeed reached the level of a captain."

Immediately afterwards, arcs of lightning erupted from July's body, and the spiritual pressure became even more violent.

thump—

When the sound of wooden swords clashing rang out, Kyoraku Shunsui's pupils suddenly contracted.

His eyes couldn't even catch the speed of Shikago Shichigatsu; he only saw a blur!

It wasn't until he clashed his wooden sword with Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni that he realized the battle had already begun.

Kyoraku Shunsui couldn't help but exclaim, "Oh dear, this is terrifying! My eyes can't keep up with Shikatori-kun's speed anymore. It seems I'll have to use my intuition to keep up with him!"

Chojiro Sasaki agreed wholeheartedly: "Shikamori Nanatsuki's speed would rank among the top even among captain-level Shinigami."

Apart from all-around Grim Reapers like Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni, who is proficient in everything from slashing and fighting to demon-slaying, the other captains generally have their own outstanding strengths rather than being all-around types.

Generally speaking, supported by powerful spiritual pressure, the captains' abilities in all aspects are like a well-rounded bucket, with no particularly weak points. Even the shortest plank in the bucket is much stronger than that of a non-captain level Shinigami.

The battles of Shinigami are battles of spiritual pressure. Once the spiritual pressure reaches the captain level, there is a qualitative leap, and all aspects of ability can be greatly amplified through powerful spiritual pressure.

However, when both are at the captain level, the difference in skill level between Zhanquan Zougui becomes particularly important.

With the boost from 'Shunpo: Raikiri Form', July's Shunpo speed has reached top-tier levels, making her much faster than captains whose Shunpo skills are average.

dong dong dong-

July's figure flashed swiftly, touching and then disappearing, leaving more than ten afterimages in the swordsmanship room.

However, Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni's sword-wielding speed was equally fast. He seemed to be able to anticipate July's movements. Before July even arrived, his sword had already been swung, making it seem as if July had deliberately run into him.

After blocking a knife with his hand, Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni quickly raised his leg and kicked July hard in the waist.

In July, she also raised her leg and used her calf to block the kick.

bang——