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"I'm not clear about other Zanpakuto, but I know you used Ryujin Jakka."
Yamamoto narrowed his eyes, stroking his long white beard, and said with a slight hint of pride, "I'm intimately familiar with the power of Ryujin Jakka. Although the Reiatsu forming the flames is completely different, the method of formation is the same."
"Ryujin Jakka and I have been together for thousands of years, inseparable at all times. I've thoroughly understood Ryujin Jakka. You think you can hide your little tricks from me?"
"Inseparable at all times? Do you also sleep holding your Zanpakuto every day, just like me?"
Aozaki Reiji's eyes widened, and a look of sudden realization appeared on his face.
I can't believe Yamamoto is like that; you really can't judge a book by its cover!
You have some of my style!
No wonder he was able to enhance his Bankai's ability through a thousand years of cultivation.
Generally speaking, a Zanpakuto's ability is fixed, and its power depends on the user's Reiatsu.
But this Old Man's Reiatsu had already reached the pinnacle of a Shinigami, to the point where it could not advance further.
The fact that he could strengthen his Bankai through a thousand years of cultivation shows how deeply he understood Ryujin Jakka.
A thousand years!
Aozaki Reiji couldn't even imagine how uncomfortable Ryujin Jakka must feel staying with this Old Man every day.
He silently mourned for Ryujin Jakka in his heart for one second.
Yamamoto seemed to be enraged, raising his fist and knocking it on Aozaki Reiji's head; it was a familiar feeling.
—Painful but not injurious.
Yamamoto rolled his eyes at him and said grumpily:
"I'm different from you, you brat. I only use Ryujin Jakka to heat my bed."
"That seems even worse!" Aozaki Reiji chuckled, feeling as if he had heard Ryujin Jakka's wail.
Using a world-destroying Zanpakuto like Ryujin Jakka to warm a bed, only this unreliable Old Man could do it.
Fortunately, it's Ryujin Jakka. If it were Hyōrinmaru, wouldn't the Old Man freeze himself into an ice pop while cultivating Bankai?
Speaking of which, if I remember correctly, Hyōrinmaru is the strongest ice-type Zanpakuto.
Since it has the title of "strongest," I can't let it go easily.
I just don't know if Tōshirō Hitsugaya has been born yet. His hometown seems to be Junrinan, which is also considered my territory…
Knowing that his young apprentice was thinking of unreliable things again, Yamamoto glared at him with sharp eyes.
Aozaki Reiji wasn't scared at all and glared back.
Yamamoto narrowed his eyes, looked at Aozaki Reiji for a long time, and then sighed: "Reiji."
"Disciple is here."
Seeing Yamamoto's serious expression, Aozaki Reiji reined in his smile and responded earnestly.
"Starting today…"
Yamamoto paused, tapping the wooden floor with his cane, making a "thump" sound, and shaking his head:
"No, starting now, your Zanpakuto will be purely Kido-type."
"Shinra Bansho cannot imitate the Shikai of other Zanpakuto; it can only use Kido abilities of various attributes."
"For abilities with very distinct characteristics, if you must use them, it's best to kill everyone who sees them."
"Whether you are deceiving others or deceiving yourself, you must remember this."
"Unless one day you possess strength equal to mine, do not tell anyone its true ability!"
"If you tell others about the ability before then, you must make them keep it a secret, otherwise…"
Yamamoto's eyes were like knives, and his body exuded a fierce aura, the surging killing intent making people shiver from the bottom of their hearts.
Aozaki Reiji knew the killing intent wasn't directed at himself, but at everyone who could pose a threat to him… This was what he hoped to see.
He felt that Yamamoto would protect him, which was one of the reasons he told Yamamoto about his Shikai ability.
Otherwise, he would always be hesitant in battle, not only being constrained but also potentially exposing himself.
It would be even harder to explain if it were exposed then, so it was better to be honest now.
He knew Yamamoto's character and made this choice; it was not a reckless decision.
Aozaki Reiji pondered for a moment, then frowned and asked doubtfully:
"But aren't you able to see through my Shikai? Perhaps others can too…"
"Besides me, there are indeed others who can see through your ability." Yamamoto shook his head. "But they are not here, so you don't need to worry."
He was confident about this; not everyone understood their Zanpakuto as he did.
Most Shinigami cared about Reiatsu and often held an attitude of "just learn how to use it" towards their Zanpakuto.
He only began to focus on studying Bankai after realizing that his Reiatsu could no longer be improved.
"Yes." Aozaki Reiji understood, took a deep breath, and nodded seriously.
Imitating other people's Zanpakuto was undoubtedly a powerful ability, and also one that was not well-received.
If the Tsunayashiro Family found out, they might completely oppose him to maintain the uniqueness of Enrakyoten.
And other Shinigami, few would want their abilities to be mastered by others.
Concealing his true ability would allow others to lower their guard, and imitating Shikai would also be more convenient.
Looking at it this way, Yamamoto really considered everything for him…
Seeing that Aozaki Reiji understood his meaning, Yamamoto felt a little relieved and nodded with satisfaction.
Although this kid was usually unreliable, always liked to make him angry, and didn't understand respect for teachers and elders…
In some aspects, he was very similar to him a thousand years ago, equally sinister and ruthless.
This personality was a double-edged sword.
Fortunately, he did not lack loyalty.
This child faced Kenpachi Kiganjo this time to allow his subordinates to escape, choosing to stay behind and cover their retreat.
Fierce towards enemies, friendly towards those close to him.
The former was the reason he was feared a thousand years ago; the latter was what he lacked a thousand years ago.
Looking at the young man in front of him, Yamamoto's gaze unconsciously softened.
This child might be able to do even better than him.
While he was thinking, Yamamoto suddenly looked up at the dojo entrance.
"I'm going to remove the barrier," Yamamoto reminded him.
Seeing Aozaki Reiji make a "I'll shut up" gesture, he tapped his cane on the ground.
The soundproof barrier covering the dojo dissipated into reishi.
A figure appeared with a "whoosh," kneeling on one knee beside Yamamoto.
It was a Lieutenant Team member responsible for relaying messages.
The Lieutenant Team member also noticed Aozaki Reiji, and suppressing his inner excitement, he lowered his head, his fleeting gaze filled with admiration.
—This was Aozaki Reiji, who killed Kenpachi, the Third Seated Officer of their Second Division, the pride of the entire Second Division!
Seeing Aozaki Reiji present, he did not rush to speak, quietly waiting for Yamamoto's instructions.
Seeing the Lieutenant Team's performance, Yamamoto was not annoyed; instead, he was somewhat pleased, and said without changing his expression:
"No matter, just speak directly."
The Lieutenant Team member nodded and whispered: "Reporting, Captain-Commander, the orders have been conveyed to all Captain."
Yamamoto responded: "Very good. Inform Vice-Captain Chojiro to prepare. A Captain meeting will be held in a week."
"Yes!" The Lieutenant Team member nodded heavily, and his figure flashed, disappearing from the office.
"Captain meeting?" Aozaki Reiji looked at Yamamoto curiously.
"That's right, a Captain meeting." Yamamoto nodded. "You must attend too!"
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