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Aizen Sousuke didn't talk to Matsushita Yusuke for too long this time.

Perhaps because he was suddenly overwhelmed with emotion? The calligraphy teacher seemed quite embarrassed today, and after quickly tidying up his tools, he chose to leave the office in a hurry.

"Well then, see you next week...Matsushita-kun."

Watching Aizen Sousuke's departing figure, Matsushita Yusuke couldn't help but ponder for a while.

no……

Wait a minute.

What about this week's tasks?! Ugh!!!

Not being able to get any benefits is even more frustrating than killing Matsushita Yusuke, but there's nothing you can do about it, since Aizen isn't giving you any missions...

Let's just relax this week and get some rest!

Of course, this was just talk. During the week when he didn't receive any missions from Aizen, Matsushita Yusuke took the time to consolidate his condition.

As mentioned before, reviewing the old is still very important... Even if you can't learn anything new, it can still give Matsushita Yusuke some unexpected gains.

One example is double chanting.

In fact, this thing is not difficult or complicated to operate.

After several attempts, Yusuke Matsushita quickly grasped the technique.

The most important thing is to select two compatible and non-conflicting demonic paths to release...

Just like the key theory before.

The incantations for each of the ghost paths are different. These varied intonations are like unrelated bumps and dents. If they are forcibly put together, they will not only fail to function, but will also cause a strong repulsive reaction.

The most obvious examples are breaking the path and returning to the path.

Whether from the perspective of the use of spiritual power or the syllables of the incantation, the two are mutually exclusive and cannot be connected at all.

It's as bizarre as forcibly pushing a few suona players into a choir...

"So, the two I chose initially, while not perfectly matched, still left room for cooperation?"

It can be considered a blessing in misfortune.

After all, if the spell fails in that situation, losing face is a minor matter; losing someone's life is the real problem.

If I were to use this method again, I would have to be fully prepared—Matsushita Yusuke had this thought in his mind, but after hesitating for a while, he couldn't help but sigh.

Ideal is full, the reality is very skinny.

Because there are no shortcuts to this technique, mastering dual chanting requires a great deal of practice...

Just like memorizing the multiplication tables for single digits, no matter how you reverse the order of the numbers 1 to 9, it won't affect the final result.

You know what, it really does resemble math...

So it seems that the Way of the Demon is quite a serious thing?

Instead of delving deeper, Matsushita Yusuke focused his attention primarily on the techniques of binding and breaking.

Logically, he should be more focused on other things right now, right? But in fact... for Matsushita Yusuke right now, Kido is the most effective way to enhance his strength!

Because of the "Basic Master" technique, Yusuke Matsushita can skip the incantation and directly enter the release phase.

Oh dear! That's a pretty clever trick.

Because of this similar method of use, Matsushita Yusuke was able to quickly find two compatible Kido (demons/paths).

Not only is efficiency improved, but this double chanting tactic also has practical application effects.

'Ordinary treacherous techniques are usually quite difficult to land...'

Because this kind of thing doesn't have a locking effect.

Basic attacks like 'strike' or 'white lightning' rarely miss due to their speed advantage.

However, if the level is slightly higher, such as the Azure Fire Drop that Matsushita Yusuke used before... such a technique is easy for the opponent to dodge.

Therefore, if you use it in conjunction with Binding Spells, the effect will be many times better!

Yusuke Matsushita quickly realized the chemical reaction between the two.

After a simple trial, the person involved was so delighted that they couldn't contain their joy and kept smiling for several days in a row.

Of course, while improving immediate combat capabilities, we also need to keep future plans in mind.

A week passed quickly, and before participating in the next round of Aizen's mini-class, Matsushita Yusuke took some time to review the contents of his panel.

[Spiritual Pressure Level: 7]

【斩：15】【拳：11】【走：10】【鬼：19】（总值100）

A week has passed, and only 'Slash', 'Walk', and spiritual pressure level have each received a small boost.

You have to understand that the person in question is the kind who fills up all their class hours every day... They've already pushed themselves to that level, so the intensity is still relatively limited.

Correspondingly, life skills are steadily increasing.

Some strange things like "flower arranging" and "natto tasting" were also included...

It's quite a感慨 (feeling of deep emotion).

At the same time, there has been further progress in the content regarding Zanpakuto.

[Physics Department: 3]

[Elemental System: 1]

[Ghost Department: 2]

[Biology Department: 1]

[Rule Series: 1]

In a sense, it might also be a manifestation of exceptionally good character.

The physical attack bonus of his Zanpakuto was boosted twice this week, which gave Matsushita Yusuke a real sense of relief.

From this perspective, although the progress is a bit slow, if we work hard in this academy, we should be able to graduate in five years... at least reach the level of Shikai by then.

Then you can show off when you get into a fight!

It's like something like, 'You finally defeated that cowardly me, and now there are four stronger versions of me!'

Just thinking about it makes me want to go!

Soon enough, it was time for class again.

When he met Aizen Sousuke again this time, the subtle expression on Aizen's face was no longer the same as it had been last week.

He seemed to have reverted to his gentle and elegant self, now looking at the students below the podium and speaking in his usual tone.

"It's been a week since I last saw you all. I wonder if your calligraphy skills have improved?"

Then.

"Without further ado... let's begin today's lesson."

[Mission: Learn calligraphy techniques from Aizen Sousuke]

025: A flower in a mirror, the moon in the water

"Would you like to learn more about Zanpakuto?"

After the usual calligraphy class, the two went to the teacher's office and chatted casually as usual.

But today, Yusuke Matsushita clearly came prepared.

Listening to Matsushita Yusuke's words, Aizen Sousuke adjusted his posture and straightened up slightly.

The person in question nodded earnestly and then spoke slowly.

"Yes, because I tried the sword Zen that Aizen-sensei talked about a while ago... Although I didn't see anything, I could hear some sounds."

"Oh, that means there's been a lot of progress."

Aizen Sousuke smiled and nodded slightly, indicating his approval.

“It’s not easy… In my opinion, for someone Matsushita-kun’s age, it’s usually very difficult to even achieve sword meditation, let alone hear the voice of the sword spirit.”

Communicating with a Zanpakuto is itself a form of selection in another sense.

After all, not all Shinigami can unleash their Zanpakuto...

of course.

What Matsushita Yusuke just said was all a lie.

In fact, he not only doesn't need sword meditation, but he also can't hear the sound of his Zanpakuto at all.

Customized Zanpakuto not only manifests in its abilities, but also allows the user to completely manipulate the soul associated with it.

According to the task's hints, you can only have a concrete image after you reach 30 points... that is, after you have mastered the initial release.

Although Yusuke Matsushita did not want to deliberately hide anything, his situation was special, so he could only talk nonsense to some extent.

Aizen Sousuke pondered for a moment, stroking his chin as he spoke thoughtfully.

"What specific aspects of Zanpakuto would you like to know about, Mr. Matsushita?"

"Could you please tell me... what are the different categories?"

"That's true... Now that you can hear the whispers of the sword spirit, it's probably time for Matsushita-kun to become more curious about the ability."

Okay, let me be the guide.

Aizen Sousuke smiled and nodded, then began his statement in a steady, measured tone.

The five major systems—the basic content is almost identical to what Matsushita Yusuke learned through the mission panel.

This also proves the 'authority' of this task panel from another perspective... After all, it's something that has been approved by King B, so now you have to believe it even if you don't want to.

Listening to Aizen Sousuke's overview, Matsushita Yusuke was certainly not just giving a perfunctory answer.

He was also checking the information provided by the other party, which was also a way of filling in the gaps in his knowledge.

of course.

He didn't miss the most important parts either.

"Then, Aizen-sensei, what is the power of your Zanpakuto?"

This question wasn't made up on the spot; it was the 'key point' that the person involved came up with after much thought.

In fact, Yusuke Matsushita was fully aware of the five major categories of Zanpakuto, as well as the top-tier ones within each category.

But he's doing this now... because the person involved wants to make some subtle 'experiments'.

Yusuke Matsushita wanted to try and see if he could steer the conversation toward topics that were more favorable to him or more relevant to his interests...

Will the subsequent tasks also be affected by this behavior?

And after the person asked that question...

The atmosphere became subtly awkward for a moment.

Did Matsushita Yusuke realize that his question might have been a bit too abrupt?

—Normally, shouldn't you have just given a perfunctory answer like "water system" to get away with it...?

Why do I need to think about it now?

"Matsushita-kun, it's not very polite to casually ask other Shinigami about their Zanpakuto abilities outside."

Aizen Sousuke raised his right hand, placed his index finger to his lips, and said in a low voice.

'That means I won't hold you responsible this time... just be a little more careful next time.'

Yusuke Matsushita humbly accepted the instruction.

"I'm sorry... Aizen-sensei, I'll definitely be more careful next time."

In the end, he was just asking casually, since this situation was similar to a visual novel.

Like that kind of...

The affection level is about right, so we should be able to start a new conversation, right?

But it seems that Aizen-sensei's affection level is still quite difficult to raise... Oh well, I'll just have to grind it out!