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Soul Society, Seireitei, Sixth Division Barracks."Vice-Captain Abarai! Captain Kuchiki is currently occupied. Please wait a moment! Vice-Captain Abarai!"
A thin, middle-aged Shinigami followed closely behind Abarai Renji, his expression laced with unease as he attempted to dissuade him.
However, Renji paid no attention to the man's words and shook him off, striding forward with determination.
A short while later, he arrived at the Sixth Division Captain's quarters, his mind clouded with thoughts.
Inside, Byakuya Kuchiki sat calmly on a futon, his gaze composed as he watched Renji approach.
"Captain Kuchiki, it's about Rukia…" Renji took a deep breath, his tone hesitant.
Byakuya slightly raised his eyes to meet Renji's troubled expression and spoke in a measured voice. "It seems you have heard as well, Renji."
He paused briefly before continuing. "Central 46 has issued a decree. We are to go to the World of the Living and bring Rukia back."
Hearing this, Renji furrowed his brows and looked at Byakuya with unease. After a moment of silence, he finally spoke. "But Captain! Rukia must be innocent!"
"Renji. Look at this." Byakuya's voice remained emotionless as he reached into his robes, retrieving a letter and placing it gently on the table beside him.
Renji quickly picked up the letter, his expression turning serious as he read.
Meanwhile, in Karakura Town.
After the recent Gillian attack, Aaron found himself recalling the events of the original Bleach storyline.
"If nothing has changed, Rukia should be taken back to Soul Society by Captain Kuchiki and Abarai Renji in the next few days."
Having just finished teaching a class, Aaron absentmindedly packed up his lesson materials while lost in thought.
His gaze drifted toward the empty desks where Kurosaki Ichigo and Rukia normally sat. Turning his head toward the window, he extended his senses outward.
In the distance, Ichigo's Reiatsu was steadily growing stronger.
"As expected, he's progressing well," Aaron mused, chuckling slightly as he shook his head. He then gathered his things and exited the classroom.
"Boom!"
At that moment, a girl with long, flowing brown hair accidentally bumped into Aaron.
Stumbling backward, she ended up colliding with the corridor wall.
"Sensei! I'm so sorry! I didn't mean to!" Inoue Orihime exclaimed, rubbing the back of her head before stepping forward apologetically.
Aaron glanced at her with a faint smile and replied gently, "It's alright. Be more careful next time."
Orihime watched as Aaron walked away, a curious look forming in her eyes.
Just then, a red-haired girl wearing glasses suddenly appeared beside her, an excited glint in her gaze. A few drops of drool glistened at the corner of her mouth.
"Kawaii~! Orihime is just too adorable! Even when she apologizes, my heart skips a beat~!" Chizuru Honshō swooned dramatically, inching closer to Orihime's cheek.
"Knock it off, Chizuru!" came an exasperated voice.
Arisawa Tatsuki, sporting her signature short blue hair, swiftly locked Chizuru in a headlock to prevent any further antics toward Orihime.
Oblivious to the commotion, Orihime murmured to herself, "Why does he feel different from other teachers?"
Noticing Orihime's distant expression, Tatsuki released Chizuru and turned to her friend. "Orihime, don't tell me you're interested in Sensei?"
Flustered, Orihime's face turned bright red. "T-Tatsuki! What are you even saying?! That's not it at all!"
Chizuru, having escaped Tatsuki's grasp, suddenly reappeared behind Orihime. Leaning in close, she whispered playfully, "It's okay, Orihime~ If you like him, I can always~"
"Enough!" Tatsuki sighed, pinching the bridge of her nose as she watched Chizuru's antics.
Shaking her head, Tatsuki's mind wandered briefly to Kurosaki Ichigo.
Meanwhile, Chizuru, completely unfazed, continued her mischief—until Tatsuki promptly launched her across the corridor.
Soul Society, Seireitei, Fifth Division Barracks.
Tousen Kaname walked with purpose toward the courtyard of the Fifth Division, his expression serious.
"Captain Tousen!"
"Greetings, Captain Tousen!"
Two patrolling Shinigami, who had been tending to their duties, immediately stopped and bowed as he passed.
Tousen gave only a slight nod in acknowledgment before continuing on without pause.
Once he was out of earshot, the two Shinigami exchanged hushed words.
"Captain Tousen of the Ninth Division always feels so distant."
"Yeah… I've heard he's always been that way."
"It's different with Captain Aizen. He's so approachable."
"Of course! Captain Aizen is known for his kindness throughout the entire Gotei 13."
Walking through the dimly lit corridors leading to the Captain's office, Tousen sensed an approaching presence.
Moments later, a familiar figure emerged—Sōsuke Aizen.
Tousen immediately lowered his head in respect. "Lord Aizen, everything is proceeding as planned. Byakuya Kuchiki has taken Abarai Renji with him."
Aizen's expression remained serene. He gave a slight nod before turning toward his office.
Without another word, Tousen followed him silently.
Karakura Town, nightfall.
The streets, illuminated only by scattered streetlights, resembled a tranquil river winding through the shadows of dense trees.
The cool evening breeze rustled the leaves, whispering of the day's commotion now faded into silence.
Aaron leisurely strolled out of a small sake shop, carrying a briefcase in one hand and a bottle of strong liquor in the other. Over the centuries he had spent in this world, he had learned to indulge in life's small pleasures—drinking being his favorite pastime.
Though his high spiritual density rendered him immune to intoxication, he still relished the burning sensation of alcohol searing his throat.
Upon entering a nearby convenience store, he purchased another bottle of high-proof spirits. By the time he stepped outside, he had already consumed most of it.
As he walked, taking occasional sips, he suddenly felt the presence of multiple strong Reiatsu signatures nearby.
One of them, in particular, emanated a distinct killing intent.
Intrigued, Aaron altered his course and headed toward the source.
At that moment, Kurosaki Ichigo lay on the ground, battered and struggling to move as he stared at the two Shinigami before him—Byakuya Kuchiki and Abarai Renji.
Frustration and despair filled his heart.
"Nii-sama! Please, let him go!" Rukia pleaded, her voice desperate.
She knew all too well the overwhelming strength of her brother.
Just then, from the distance, a familiar figure slowly approached…
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