Chapter 178 177: Forty Years of Warmth

Did not respond immediately.

Because at the moment, Arima Shizuya also showed a thoughtful expression in response to this question.

"Gin, you..."

"Standing still will easily attract other people's attention, Captain Arima, let's talk while walking."

Seeing Ichimaru Gin walking in front with his back turned, Arima Shizuya followed the other's footsteps with a subtle expression.

——What do you mean by this sentence?

——Do you have any other plans?

——Or...are you testing me?

There are thousands of things I want to say, but when the words come to my mouth, they are all distorted.

Arima Shizuya folded his hands in front of his chest, and his expression was normal.

"Have you encountered any problems recently?"

His tone did not mean to reprimand, and it was even the opposite.

Arima Shizuya's concern was the most important content at the moment.

Ichimaru Gin's action paused for a moment, and he turned his head with some confusion, puzzled.

"Why..."

"Hmm?"

"Shouldn't you be curious about why I said that?"

From the perspective of Aizen Sosuke's godchild, Ichimaru Gin's words just now were absolutely treasonous.

It was the kind of thing that would most likely lead to a reckoning afterwards...

"Confusion, anger, or even violence...these should be your normal reactions."

Listening to Ichimaru Gin's doubtful words, Arima Shizuka pondered for a moment and nodded.

Theoretically, this is true.

After all, if the positions are different, no matter how much you communicate, it is meaningless.

But before that...

"I think it's more important to trust you first."

After saying this, Arima Shizuka nodded to herself and affirmed her judgment.

"We have known each other for so many years, Gin...I don't think you are the kind of person who speaks without thinking."

"Besides, you have been with me for so long, and I am relatively familiar with your temper."

"Unless you have to, you will never do something you are not sure of."

But what about now?

"I can sense uneasiness in your tone."

An employee who has been working for a long time suddenly starts to lose his temper.

Is the boss's first reaction to scold others for not working hard?

That's too low...To put it simply, this is not how a leader should be.

"In summary, have you been wronged by Mr. Aizen recently?"

"..."

Ichimaru Gin stared at Arima Shizuya in silence, and only after two breaths did he seem to give up something.

He sighed at this moment.

"It's a little disgusting, Captain Arima...It feels like my heart has been peeped at."

"Then just think of it as you are praising me, so what is it?"

Ichimaru Gin was silent for a moment, then looked up at the sky.

"A little...a little scared."

Just saying this, Ichimaru Gin seemed to have lost all his energy, and at this moment he showed a rather emotional expression.

"It's hard to understand, right? But I'm not the type who likes to make trouble."

"I... should be a person with a clear goal. After I have decided what I want to do, I will try my best to stick to it."

"In order to achieve the goal deep in my heart, I can accept some unreasonable and unpleasant things."

That's right.

As long as the goal can be achieved, Ichimaru Gin has nothing to complain about just sacrificing some of himself.

However, there is always a clear difference between reality and expectations.

"I feel very satisfied with Captain Arima and Rangiku."

"To be honest... these decades may be the happiest stage in my life so far."

"Peace, tranquility, no disputes. There is no need to worry about whether I have enough to eat or warm clothes."

"I didn't dare to think about such a life when I was in Rukongai with Rangiku."

But it has been realized here.

It's touching.

The world that originally seemed cruel and ruthless can actually have such a gentle side.

"I want this kind of life to continue, so..."

Some people and things are just a part that must be swept away.

Gin Ichimaru stopped and turned his head to look behind him. His light blue pupils shrank and focused on Shizuya Arima.

"Captain Arima."

"The man named Aizen Sosuke is far more dangerous than I thought."

"If possible, I would also like to stay away from him as soon as possible... and never have any contact with him again."

In fact, Gin Ichimaru's statement was quite conservative.

After all, as a member of the team, Gin Ichimaru has been exposed to enough secret information over the years.

Aizen's arrogance, cruelty, and disdain for the lives of others.

Gin Ichimaru rejected everything from the bottom of his heart.

"That man wants to subvert everything and mix the world into the shape of his imagination."

"Does this really make sense? Or... can his mentality really change everything? Captain Arima."

"You are a smart person, you should understand what I mean."

So.

"I hope you can understand my thoughts and stand on the same front with me."

"..."

Instead of answering immediately, Arima Shizuya was silent for a while.

Then.

He raised his right hand as if in disbelief, and while showing a subtle expression.

He pointed to his cheek.

"It feels good to be trusted, but... you just tell me clearly."

Doesn't it seem a little reckless?

After all.

"Have you ever considered... I might report you directly to Mr. Aizen?"

Things have not been finalized.

At this stage, such a reckless act is strange no matter how you look at it.

However, facing Arima Shizuya's questioning, Ichimaru Gin just showed a plain smile.

"It doesn't matter."

"Just as Captain Arima knows my temper, I can understand your thoughts to some extent."

"Captain Arima seems to be on the side of Aizen Sosuke, but in fact... you also have your own plans."

Although I don't know what it is for.

"But I guess your thinking must be slightly different from Aizen Sosuke."

Huh? Has this been exposed?

Although it was a bit unexpected, after just thinking for a while, Arima Shizuka had let it go.

Although he had not mentioned similar words to Ichimaru Gin, considering the growing relationship between the two sides, perhaps this was not so strange.

After all, he is also a so-called genius-a character who was concealed from the prison master in the original work.

I guess this guy also has his own unique insights in some of the more minor details.

At this moment, facing Ichimaru Gin's "questioning", Arima Shizuka also pondered for a long time.

"Uh... well, although it is true that he has some of his own little thoughts."

But this will not make him betray the prison master.

If he wants to "rebel" against himself based on this point, it is also another kind of arrogance.

"Gin, if that's all, it's hard for me to give an answer."

In terms of reasons alone, it is overwhelmingly insufficient.

However, Gin Ichimaru nodded slightly at this moment, as if he knew the answer in advance.

"Of course, I don't think Captain Arima will be able to give an answer soon."

"I just want you to try and think about the feasibility of this plan."

"After all, such a rare peaceful life... let it continue like this, what's wrong with it?"

A little self-mockery, accompanied by a bit of confusion, appeared on Gin Ichimaru's face.

Until it finally turned into a firm outline.

"If possible... I hope you can choose to report Aizen Sosuke."

"Captain Arima, please forgive my rudeness."

"But this is what I think."

- So that's it.

After figuring out Gin Ichimaru's mental state, Shizuka Arima also showed a clear expression.

It seems that his intervention has indeed caused a lot of impact.

The most obvious one is Gin Ichimaru...

The little thing is used to a hard life, and now suddenly there is a warm forty years, which now makes him want to give up.

But speaking of it,

It's not surprising to have such thoughts.

After all, if you don't stand on the side of God's perspective, others will not understand Arima Shizuya's pressure at all.

The battle of Karakura Town is essentially the difference between standing in the same team - if you don't want to fight the master, you have to fight with old man Yamamoto.

Even if it's difficult to get through this war.

The invisible empire that is eyeing it is following closely behind.

In this regard, there is no room for slackness...

Thinking of this, the expression on Arima Shizuya's face is also helpless.

Since it can't be said clearly, then it can only be a "curve to save the country".

Arima Shizuya walked forward slowly until he slowly stretched out his right hand towards Ichimaru Gin.

The movement was very slow.

You can see that there is a hint of entanglement in Ichimaru Gin's eyes.

After all, judging from the current situation, the attitudes of both parties are still unclear... The close contact that suddenly appeared at this moment is likely to be an opportunity for a sudden attack.

Then how should we deal with it?

Under Arima Shizuya's gaze, Ichimaru Gin finally did not make any extra reaction.

He stood there silently, staring straight into Arima Shizuya's eyes.

Courage worthy of praise is also a symbol of trust.

In this way, even Arima Shizuya showed a generous smile.

He gently patted Ichimaru Gin's shoulder and sighed at this moment.

"Gin, some things are not convenient to tell you in detail. There is just one thing I hope you can remember..."

"You say."

"Although it is often difficult for people to choose their own path, please believe... I must be on the right path."

Confused or hesitant.

These are all bubbles in emotions, and also the fear of the unknown.

"Before you find the answer, please follow my footsteps."

Ichimaru Gin keenly noticed Arima Shizuya's words.

"It only represents your personal opinion, and it is also your own point of view..."

Although he has a prejudice against Aizen.

But it is just as what Gin Ichimaru had just expressed.

If the target was Arima Shizuya, he would be willing to trust the other party's judgment.

Ichimaru Gin lowered his head slightly, and his expression returned to normal.

"If that's the case, as you wish."

What's more...

It is the duty of the vice-captain to follow his captain.