Chapter 170 169: Time Flies

Arima Shizuya's tiredness was hard to get rid of.

But fortunately, after all, he has a third party who can rely on who is outside the situation and not involved in these intrigues at all.

You can continue to pretend to be strong and calm elsewhere.

But here, Arima Shizuya was able to let go of his guard for the first time in a long time - he even fell asleep in Kotetsu Yuune's arms.

As for when I woke up, it was already the scene before dusk.

Maozhihualie has already returned, so a small talk is naturally indispensable.

And this maniac who killed without batting an eye a thousand years ago, after showing this compassionate face for many years, seems to have a considerable degree of gossip mentality.

Taking advantage of his status as a senior, he teased the two of them inside and out.

Say things like 'Ah, how bold', 'It's great to be young'...

It almost made Kotetsu Yongin cry, and then he let Arima Shizu go out.

Hey! This, this woman is so hateful!

But that being said.

The other party has no malicious intent at all.

With a sigh of relief and a subtle feeling, I walked to the door of the Fourth Squadron, but I didn't go out completely yet.

Unohana Retsu's shout came from behind.

"Wait a moment, Arima-kun!"

Turn around and look.

This woman with long hair and a gentle face stood in front of the team building, smiling peacefully at Shizuya Arima.

"Arima-kun, I offended you so much just now."

"No, no, no, it's just a joke, I don't care at all..."

And compared to asking Arima Shizuya to say these things.

"If you go to Yongyin, that guy will probably be happier."

Uozhihua Lie chuckled and just nodded lightly at this moment.

"That child is much stronger than Arima-kun imagined. You should believe in her resilience once in a while."

is that so?

It seems that this silly girl is also making continuous progress.

It's really touching.

Thinking of this, Arima Shizuo said no more. He nodded and was about to speak...

The other party already said.

"Also, Arima-kun, I have something to ask you."

Maozhihualie has something to entrust to him?

"You, just say it!"

It may seem a little too reserved, but this is understandable.

After all, I haven't interacted with him yet, and I can't even say a few words on weekdays... As a person of the same generation as Mr. Yamamoto.

What does she want to ask of me? I always feel an indescribable sense of seriousness!

Uozhihua Lie seemed to know the other party's embarrassment, and just smiled with his lips pursed at this moment.

"I just want to say...if I have time in the future."

"Please come to the Fourth Division more and meet Yongyin."

"She is a very well-behaved child, and I hope Arima-kun can maintain this relationship with her."

…

Um?

The person involved blinked and quickly came to his senses.

Did you come here the same day as Yue Lao?

"What's wrong, Arima-kun, don't you want to?"

"Huh? No, no, I was just a little surprised..."

"Does that mean you agreed? That's great. That kid Yongyin will definitely be happy too. In fact, a few days ago, Mr. Ma was sentenced by Room 46, and Yongyin has always been worried about you."

"Really, that's really, really..."

Should I say thank you?

But I always feel a little bit unable to speak out at times like this.

ah……

Thinking about it this way, the so-called loss of speech is probably at this time.

Seeing Arima Shizuya start to choke and scratch the corners of her mouth, Unohana Retsu's smile seemed to become more subtle.

"Before, I obviously thought Arima-kun was just a rookie, and I just thought you had a promising future."

"I didn't expect to be able to stand at the top of the Gotei 13 now."

"It's really sad. People like me feel a little ashamed now."

No, no, you're welcome.

Just because you can chop Zaraki Kenpachi like a pig, killing people all the way until they are completely paralyzed.

Arima Shizuya and the other party are not on the same level at all.

"You are joking, I just happened to be in this position."

"It seems that this easy etiquette is also Arima-kun's weapon. Very good, I am really looking forward to it."

Uozhihualie clasped his hands in front of his body and raised the corners of his mouth.

"After all, there are many types of powerful ones."

"Techniques, schools, ideas, and original intentions."

"No matter what it is called, its essence is the refining of something essence, the precious thing obtained in the end."

So...

"I'm looking forward to it a little bit."

“That unique ability to see through the past, the present, and the future.”

"If possible, I would also like to experience it myself."

Although it is still weak, it is still enough to make people pay attention.

Like a planted seedling, it grows into a towering tree after knowing the other party's true appearance...

It's just a matter of time.

Unohana Retsu tilted her head slightly, and under her gentle smile like a Bodhisattva, she let out a whisper that made Shizuya Arima's hair stand on end.

"Perhaps the time when I can compete with Arima-kun on the same stage will come soon."

ah? no……

Do I beat Mao Zhihualie?

Real or fake?

Stop it, sister. I'm only at the third level of spiritual power. I really can't stand it...

I don't know whether it's because the other party's intuition is sharp enough or because of some other reasons.

At this moment, Arima Jing was also targeted by the other party.

This is enough to make people sweat!

He quickly chose to say goodbye. As he retreated, he heard the calm but playful tone behind him again.

"Arima-kun! There is one last thing I forgot to say."

Standing still, Arima Jing also turned his head and looked.

He saw Unohana Retsu raised his right hand and waved it gently towards this side.

"Before, I couldn't be there because of other matters... It's not too late to say it now."

"Arima-kun, congratulations."

"Take office as the captain of the fifth division."

... Did he stop himself for this?

Arima Jing also stood still.

He was choked for a while, and finally bowed heavily in that direction.

Don't say too much, don't talk too little.

Thanks for this sentence!!!

See you later!

After returning to the squad barracks, Arima Shizuka also showed a thoughtful expression in her mansion.

The Hollowization incident has come to an end so far.

As for the next plot.

Basically, except for the birth of Strawberry, there are basically no major events worth paying attention to.

‘If I really want to talk about the rest, it’s probably just some trivial matters in the Soul Society. From the perspective of the Three Realms, it’s naturally nothing…’

So.

There is a window period of about several decades here.

There is no doubt that this period of time cannot be allowed to pass like this, and I can’t do anything.

I have to seize this long enough buffer time.

Improve my strength until I can participate in the plot, or even become a figure behind the scenes.

—— Although I said so, I am now the captain of the Fifth Division.

After a little sigh, Arima Shizuka also looked up at the bright moon outside the window, and laughed at this moment.

It is good to have a sense of urgency, after all, it will drive people to make continuous progress.

But at the same time, you also need to stop occasionally and take the time to...examine yourself.

‘Well, so just do it step by step. ’

‘Just like climbing a mountain, big strides are of course okay, but it is still not very safe. ’

‘No need to be too anxious, at least walking steadily is the most important thing. ’

As for the present...

Arima Shizuya's eyes fell and focused on the Zanpakutō at his waist.

Let's start by getting familiar with my own power.

…

Spring goes and autumn comes.

In the rotation of the four seasons, the so-called time is like quicksand...

It slips away quietly without notice.

Even if you want to grasp it in your hand, this pervasive sense of passing will still make people sigh from the bottom of their hearts.

——Time flies so fast.

Hearing his captain say such unreasonable words, Ichimaru Gin couldn't help but look sideways.

"Did you run into something bothering you?"

"Ha, no... I just suddenly remembered something from the past. It's been a long time, so just thinking about it makes me feel emotional."

That's right.

In the office, I was talking calmly with Ichimaru Gin.

"It seems like it was forty years ago?"

"Are you referring to the incident where someone almost lost half his life because he overestimated his abilities and used unfamiliar powers without authorization?"

Oh~ That's a bad thing to say.

With his long hair scattered on his shoulders, wearing the captain's haori outside, and his hands folded across his chest, Arima Shizuya pondered for a moment.

At this moment, he was showing a wry smile.

"It's been so long since the past, how can you still remember it..."

Compared to forty years ago, Arima Shizuya's appearance has not changed too much.

But...

If you really want to be specific.

Perhaps it can be said that the whole person looks more rounded.

At this moment, Arima Shizuya shook his head and shook his hands.

"If it were me, I would have forgotten it~"

This cynical look is quite similar to Kyoraku Shunsui.

Ichimaru Gin just chuckled and was completely unmoved.

"Of course it's because I remember it, Captain Arima."

After all.

"That dying look is really impressive."

Compared to forty years ago.

The man standing in front of Arima Shizuya at this moment has completely turned into the tall and slender appearance in the original work.

"Speaking of this, Gin, you have changed a lot..."

"Of course it's because I'm in the growth period, Captain Arima."

Although there is no obvious highlight in his appearance, the lingering cold aura has dissipated by more than half.

It may be because Arima Shizuya deliberately cultivated him in this direction.

Ichimaru Gin's temperament has changed significantly.

"Looks a lot more cheerful."

Although Arima Shizuya is also very satisfied.

But at this moment, Ichimaru Gin just shrugged, and the smile on his face already revealed a bit of viciousness.

"Well, after all, disguise is also part of the job."

The essential things are still difficult to change.

Although the topic was diverted by the sudden emotion, Gin Ichimaru has been with this captain for so many years.

At this moment, the only thing he could think of was how to "deal with" him.

"Come to think of it, it's really rare. I thought Captain Arima was the kind of person who was not very sensitive to time."

"No, where did you get that conclusion..."

"After all, you didn't make it to the welcome party of Maou Spiritual Academy yesterday?"

Gu... Regarding this matter, Shizuka Arima can still refute it.

"There is a reason for that."

"Are you referring to drinking wine with Captain Kyoraku?"

"This is a necessary social interaction, Gin."

"Was drinking with two popular courtesans also part of the plan?"

"... No, no, no, did you come to follow me yesterday?"

"Isn't this the job of the vice-captain?"

"So your understanding is very problematic..."

Such complaints have become the norm over the years.

In terms of the way they get along, the relationship between the two can be said to be quite harmonious.

Even in the eyes of the 5th Division, this is a symbol of a good relationship.

After sorting out the last information in his hand, he gently turned his wrist, sighed, and turned his head halfway.

"So, last night was actually for that stubborn noble young master?"

"What's the matter with your name? And come to think of it, don't you know the reason!"

After saying this.

Arima Shizuka couldn't help but sigh at this moment.

It's true that he went out to drink wine last night, but it was actually to talk to Kyoraku Shunsui.

The other party is also a veteran, so he naturally won't provide help for free.

So...

At least some necessary services must be provided.

"Actually, I don't really like going to that kind of place, but there's nothing I can do. Greasy uncles like that."

"But Captain Arima obviously enjoyed it?"

"... No, did you follow me yesterday?"

Shrugging his shoulders, Ichimaru Gin skipped the topic without comment.

"So what's the result?"

Speaking of this, Arima Shizuya also showed a rather troubled expression at this moment.

Stubborn noble young master.

The only person who can be called this title in the Soul Society is the eldest young master of the Kuchiki family.

Kuchiki Byakuya.

Just as described in the original work, this guy met Hime when he was on a mission.

Love at first sight!

Arima Shizuya knew about this many years ago, and also wanted to try to intervene.

But it's strange to say - he couldn't find Hime no matter how hard he looked.

Dabai could get his wife as soon as he went out.

These two people are really a perfect match...the kind that can't be separated.

But this matter is also quite troublesome.

After all, Kuchiki Ginrei's attitude on this matter is quite clear.

That is, he didn't intend to agree at all.

It just so happens that the grandfather and grandson are both stubborn, so the current situation can be said to be quite anxious.

These rumors have spread not only among the nobles, but also among the Gotei 13.

This shows how big the incident has become.

As for finding Kyoraku Shunsui, Arima Shizuya's thinking is also quite simple and straightforward.

"I barely got Captain Kyoraku to agree. He will go with me to visit the Kuchiki family later today."

Although Arima Shizuya has a close relationship with the Kuchiki family.

But the occasion at this time is extremely serious, and there are so many eyes... If you are not careful, it is easy to make others laugh.

It is true that you want to help, but at least you have to do it without causing trouble to others.

Borrowing the name of Kyoraku Shunsui, you can visit officially in the name of the nobles.

This is the solution Arima Shizuya found.

"Hmm~"

Ichimaru Gin pondered for a moment and gave a sharp comment.

"It's really troublesome, such a noble grandfather."