Chapter 177 176: Autumn Is Like a Knife

After three rounds of drinking.

When the new moon rose, everything was quiet.

Arima Shizuya's place was still lively.

Matsumoto Rangiku was slightly tipsy and lay on the wooden table, looking at the flashing lights outside, the light in her eyes began to dim.

"That's great~ I didn't expect that there is no curfew now, it's great."

Compared to more than 40 years ago.

Today's Seireitei has indeed changed a lot.

One of them is that except for the real wartime, the current Seireitei will not implement a curfew.

And it was Arima Shizuya who formally proposed this motion.

Of course, it is not easy to convince the rigid and conservative forces.

So Arima Shizuya still has to make relevant preparations.

- Evening consumption is the real revenue generation.

- Taxes on alcohol can be fine-tuned.

- Opening in the controlled area can also adjust the safety index within Seireitei.

A very intuitive content is that the more control and suppression there is, the more exaggerated the rebound force in certain aspects will be.

After all, the interior of the Soul Society is still a relatively closed old society, and there are indeed many shortcomings in this regard.

Even if it is old-fashioned like old man Yamamoto, in the final analysis, all these are the various principles maintained for the Soul Society. If they can be developed in depth, they will naturally not be too strict.

Because of this, the persuasion process was unexpectedly smooth.

And after Arima Shizuka also proposed it, the relevant proposals were quickly recognized by the Gotei 13.

After that, the process of reporting to the 46th room, discussing, and finally getting the agreed process was naturally unobstructed.

"Captain Arima, it is really a great thing that the Soul Society has someone like you~"

Matsumoto Rangiku's political sense may not be sensitive.

But even if it is just from the perspective of an old alcoholic.

She really should say thank you - after all, with the nightclub street, the drinking culture within the Gotei 13 is now slowly becoming popular.

Wu~For Rangiku, this is heaven!

Although he wanted to say something polite, before Arima Shizuka could open his mouth...

Matsumoto Rangiku had already passed out drunk on the wooden table.

Ichimaru Gin, who was standing next to him, snorted disdainfully.

"You're doing this again..."

Arima Shizuka couldn't help but glance at the side.

"So, you're the one who's going to pay the bill today?"

"We can't let this unconscious drunk pay. You know, she did this last time and almost left her Zanpakutō in the store."

The captain of the fifth division almost couldn't hold it back.

"...You have a bad drinking habit."

He stood up to pay the bill.

Ichimaru Gin helped this childhood friend up, and the two walked to the outside of the long street.

The evening breeze blew in, and the autumn breeze made Rangiku shiver.

Ichimaru Gin wanted to do something, but Arima Shizuka had already handed over the captain's haori that she had taken off to Rangiku Matsumoto.

"Is this okay, Captain Arima?"

"Hmm? What do you mean?"

Ichimaru Gin pointed to the special haori made by the captain of the fifth division fluttering in the wind, his tone subtle.

"This, for your captain, should be a very precious thing."

You have seen pigs run even if you have never eaten pork.

Although Ichimaru Gin is not the captain, he has also listened to the captain's meeting over the years.

For example, Kyoraku Shunsui, who doesn't pay attention to dressing and is often beaten with sticks... This kind of thing is too common.

"If you don't cherish it, you will be scolded by the captain."

"Ah~you are talking about this."

Arima Shizuka also maintained a rather indifferent expression, and even waved his hand gently.

"It doesn't matter, the meaning of this thing is just to show identity, and it has no practical use."

As far as intention is concerned, as the captain, he should respect it and wear it at any time.

But if you really want to talk about it.

By the way. "It's just a dead object after all."

"What the old man wants is just attitude."

"Success depends on people, Gin. If you stop because of these trivial things..."

Arima Shizuka also smiled and patted the other's shoulder.

"What about the Gotei?"

Ichimaru Gin glanced at him in silence, and when he lowered his head again... he was already whispering softly.

"Sometimes you say something decent, Captain Arima."

"No... I should have always been a more reliable person, right?"

"That's just a young man who was deceived by your bright appearance."

"That's a bit harsh, Gin..."

The history of complaints between the two can be traced back to decades, so there is no barrier between you and me.

What stands out is that it's easy and natural.

I sent Matsumoto Rangiku back to the team barracks. I thought that since I was here, I should at least visit the captain of the 10th Division.

Unexpectedly, none of them were in the team barracks.

"The captain has been busy with some unknown work recently. I'm really sorry, Captain Arima..."

After all, it was another captain who came to visit. Since there was no one of equal status, no matter how he responded, it would be considered "disrespectful".

Therefore.

The attitude of the 10th Squadron soldiers could only be more respectful.

"If you have anything you want to say, please explain it to me below! Once the captain returns, it will be conveyed in place!"

"Ahaha... It's not that serious, just be casual."

At best, it can only be described as slightly disappointing.

"Then Rangiku, please take the photo..."

"What's the matter?"

A slightly green voice came, and as the door opened, a half-grown boy walked out.

Striking silver hair, short stature.

Although the expression on his face pretended to be serious and unusual, his figure was not intimidating at all.

To a certain extent, it even highlights a sense of ‘childishness’.

His eyes swept around the gate, and the two trembling team members rolled back as if they had seen the backbone.

"Calm down and speak slowly."

I have to say.

The calmness and rationality shown by the other party do have a sense of maturity that is different from the appearance.

soon.

The half-grown man led the two of them forward quickly.

The Zanpakutō hanging on the back was swaying like a candle, and with the iconic brows that were about to furrow into a hanging needle pattern, the three of them stood still in front of Arima Shizuya.

The spirited boy stood at attention.

"Captain Arima, I'm sorry that I'm so far away from you when I come here today..."

Straight to the point is a bow.

"Hisugaya Toshiro is the third seat of the 10th Division. If you have anything you want to say, feel free to explain it to me."

He put his hands on both sides of his waist and leaned forward while his tone became more sincere.

"Although I can't guarantee that you will be satisfied, I will do my best."

Shizuya Arima leaned back tactically.

What a professional attitude...

Then he glanced to the side.

Look at this person...

Ichimaru Gin turned his head away smartly, not even making eye contact with his captain at this moment.

Speaking of which, this was the first time for Arima Shizuya to meet Toshiro.

After all, the opponent's time in the academy was very short, and he joined the 10th Division after graduation...

So I have only heard of this name.

"I heard before that a talented young man joined the 10th Division. I believe that he is Toshiro-dono."

Faced with Arima Shizuya's flattering behavior, the other party's behavior was quite calm.

"Your praise is false, but it's just a false name."

Half raising his head, Toshiro's expression was still extremely respectful.

"What's more, compared to someone like you, Captain Arima, I feel even more ashamed... Naturally, the so-called genius cannot be said."

The so-called name of a person is like the shadow of a tree.

Under the control of Arima Shizuya, the Fifth Division has already become a well-known organization.

"Ahaha, am I so famous now? Oh my, it's really emotional..."

They exchanged brief greetings for a moment, and then described the purpose of coming.

Toshiro lowered his head in shame.

"This drunkard has caused trouble again... On behalf of everyone in the 10th Division, I would like to apologize to you, Captain Arima."

Toshiro ordered other people around him to help him, preparing to get this embarrassing guy down first.

"Even if that's the case, then help me say hello to the captain of the 10th division. As for us, there is nothing else for the time being."

Toshiro saw him off respectfully for a long time before turning around and leaving.

Arima Shizuo didn't have any emotional fluctuations, but relatively speaking... Ichimaru Gin had an absent-minded expression.

"What's wrong, are you worried about Rangiku?"

Yin shook his head simply, his tone calm as usual.

"No, I'm not too worried about that guy. The people in the 10th Division are more or less reliable, and they won't be unable to handle even this little thing."

Arima Shizuo also pondered with some confusion.

"Then why do you have to look so embarrassed?"

"I'm worried about something else..."

The captain and deputy captain of the fifth division were walking side by side. This scene had been going on for several years, and there was nothing out of the ordinary in anyone's eyes.

only……

Today's atmosphere seems to be slightly different.

Ichimaru Gin held his Zanpakutō across his body and spoke in a thoughtful tone while looking ahead.

"Captain Arima."

"Yeah, I'm here."

"Can we discuss something?"

"Right here?"

"If you find it inconvenient..."

"No, if Yin thinks it's okay, I definitely won't have a problem with it."

And compared to this.

Arima Jing is also more curious about what the other party can talk to him about at this time.

As if feeling that the atmosphere was too subtle, Arima Shizu also tried to adjust it.

"So, what do you want to discuss with me? Is it because Rangju wants to borrow money from you again or something? Or..."

"Captain Arima, do you think Aizen Sosuke is really trustworthy?"

There was a moment of silence.

As the two members of the fifth division looked at each other, a biting cold wind greeted them at this moment.

Autumn is like a knife.

PS: I just finished watching the latest third episode before I finished writing. Ukitake’s screams were really unbearable... The cost of supporting the Three Realms is really high.

In addition, when Kyoraku and Ukitake fight in the play, the Yamamoto team watching is indeed composed of this, which also makes me feel very happy - some things are indeed not drawn, but the interpersonal relationships are there, and this is a natural thing.

There will be another update later.