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Rumble!!
Along with a sudden flash of lightning across the sky, a torrential downpour abruptly began.
The rolling thunder seemed to portend the coming chaos and conflict; after the heavy rain washed away the dust, the disputes that had plagued Seireitei for years would vanish without a trace.
Aozaki Reiji was not interested in power struggles; his only concern was the Souls of the rebels.
If he could harvest some Reio's fragments from their Souls, that would be even better.
"So, the Sixth Division is only nominally participating in the operation, and the main force besieging the rebels is actually just our Eleventh Division?"
Kuchiki residence, family head's reception room.
Aozaki Reiji, who was drinking tea, hesitated for a moment, then looked up at Ginrei Kuchiki, who was sitting before him with a serious expression.
The weathered old man was meticulously groomed, and simply sitting there gave off an aura of authority.
Being around such a person would provide a great sense of security, but it could also easily create pressure.
Ginrei Kuchiki said, "Precisely, this is the Captain-Commander's intention."
Aozaki Reiji pondered for a moment. He understood his teacher well.
He likely intended to continue treating the war as a struggle between nobles, and annihilating the rebels was a means to help Aozaki Reiji establish himself firmly within the Gotei 13.
The rebel's high-level combat power was almost completely depleted, and with Aozaki Reiji, a Captain-class combatant, in charge, even if the Sixth Division didn't participate, the Eleventh Division would not possibly lose.
This was a guaranteed victory!
"When and how this war will be conducted is entirely up to Captain Aozaki to decide."
"The Sixth Division will not interfere, but Kōga will assist you on behalf of the Kuchiki."
The Kuchiki was a paragon of nobility; although inevitably drawn into the vortex of power struggles, they never proactively instigated conflicts.
Having Kōga Kuchiki represent the Kuchiki in supporting him was already a significant decision to express their stance.
Kōga Kuchiki knelt behind Ginrei Kuchiki, like a frightened young wife, not daring to utter a single word.
This old man must have left him with psychological trauma, for a dignified Captain-class expert to be so timid...
Aozaki Reiji subconsciously looked at the Zanpakuto at Kōga Kuchiki's waist.
Muramasa... truly a fine blade, a veritable Shinigami killer.
Not only can it incite Zanpakuto to rebel against their masters, but unlike Kyōka Suigetsu, it doesn't have the limitation of its ability being nullified by too great a Reiatsu difference.
When Reiatsu isn't strong enough and the opponent is a Shinigami, the practicality of this blade is extremely high!
Noticing his eager gaze, Kōga Kuchiki raised an eyebrow.
He's looking at my Zanpakuto, does he want to fight me?
Rumor has it that this genius is very dedicated to combat and cultivation; it seems the rumors are true.
Kōga Kuchiki also looked at Aozaki Reiji with a slight excitement.
He had long been curious about Aozaki Reiji. Staying in the First Division and the Kuchiki, he heard rumors about Aozaki Reiji every day.
As the Captain-Commander's disciple, he killed a Captain-class rebel, and even defeated the Eleventh Division Captain!
Even his father-in-law would mention him from time to time, with an unruffled tone that always conveyed admiration!
One should know that after marrying into the Kuchiki for many years, his father-in-law had only been pleasant to him in the first few years, and had never praised him since.
Although the two were two or three hundred years apart in age, as members of the younger generation, Kōga Kuchiki also wanted to know where this young genius, whom his father-in-law often spoke of, was stronger than himself.
"Let the general offensive be set for six months from now."
Aozaki Reiji estimated and stated his decision.
This was like a trial.
In six months, the Eleventh Division would be fully recovered, personnel would be replenished, and there would be time to integrate with new members.
Old Man Yamamoto had already ordered the Second Division and Eighth Division to monitor the rebel movements; the rebels wouldn't be able to escape even if they tried.
"That's fine." Ginrei Kuchiki nodded, thought for a moment, and then roughly understood the young man's thoughts.
Neither arrogant nor impetuous, he was indeed much stronger than his son-in-law behind him.
He was strict with his son-in-law not because he didn't acknowledge his son-in-law's strength, but because he hoped his son-in-law could be more composed.
But after so many years, his son-in-law hadn't made any progress, even becoming more irritable, which made him begin to doubt his ability to nurture juniors.
Aozaki Reiji seemed to have seen through his thoughts and, for Kuchiki Soujun's sake, spoke up to remind him:
"Kucihki Captain!"
Ginrei Kuchiki looked at him in confusion.
"Actually, most young people prefer to be direct and dislike beating around the bush. Sometimes, speaking frankly is often more effective than being circuitous."
"There's nothing wrong with keeping everything to yourself and letting others figure it out."
"But people's thoughts are always hard to restrain, and overthinking might even backfire!"
Even this junior can see through this old man's thoughts?
Ginrei Kuchiki was stunned.
Only Kōga Kuchiki, the simpleton, looked bewildered.
He completely didn't understand how this young man, who was even younger than himself, could so patronizingly discuss such a topic with his father-in-law.
Aozaki Reiji looked at the two with their varied expressions, shaking his head with a wry smile.
It was indeed not appropriate for an outsider to interfere in another's family affairs; a couple of reminders were enough, saying more would be impolite.
Moreover, his interest in Kōga Kuchiki was entirely focused on Muramasa, and he didn't have the same patience as he did with Soi Fon.
"I shall take my leave now."
Aozaki Reiji decided to leave the space for the father and son to have a heart-to-heart talk, and he himself left the reception room.
After walking for a short while in the vast Kuchiki residence, he saw a young boy practicing diligently in the courtyard, dressed in kendo attire.
"Long time no see, young Byakuya."
The boy called Byakuya's eye twitched, and he swung the wooden sword in his hand, chopping down.
Aozaki Reiji dodged the strike with a back-hop.
This boy was the future head of the Kuchiki, Kuchiki Byakuya.
Currently, Kuchiki Byakuya was still a bright and cheerful big boy!
"Aozaki Reiji, you actually dare to appear before me again! This time, I'll definitely let you taste my power!"
"Oh, calling a senior by his given name, how impolite. Sōjun would surely be sad, wouldn't he?"
"Who gave you permission to call Father that intimately?!"
Kuchiki Byakuya's anger instantly ignited, clenching his fists, he said furiously, "Besides, you're younger than me, so why are you calling yourself a senior in front of me?!"
Aozaki Reiji flashed to his side and proudly put his arm around his shoulder:
"Because I joined the Shin'o Academy and the Gotei 13 earlier than you."
"And... looking at the two of us, anyone would think you're the child, wouldn't they?"
Kuchiki Byakuya tried to break free but found Aozaki Reiji's strength surprisingly great.
"What exactly are you here for?!"
"Just finished discussing official business with your grandfather, and thought I'd drop by to see you. Where's your father?"
Kuchiki Byakuya's expression suddenly darkened, "Father is recuperating..."
Aozaki Reiji placed his hand on his head and said softly:
"When you have time, take him to the Twelfth Division. What medicine can't solve, perhaps science can!"
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