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Chapter 358: The Persistent Pursuit of Ichimaru Gin
Chapter 358: The Persistent Pursuit of Ichimaru Gin
There's no need to elaborate on Rangiku's charm; just look at how Haiyan was swallowing hard, barely holding back his desire to comfort her.
Haiyan is a devoted romantic, and even he, the pure-hearted love god, is struggling to keep up. It's even harder for others.
Of course, Haiyan's kind nature and willingness to help others also play a part, but it's undeniable that when Rangiku acts coquettish, few men can resist.
Yecheng used to be a simple pervert, but it was through Rangiku that he gradually transformed into a "Sigma Man."
Rangiku must have felt this deeply. In the past, Yecheng was so pure-hearted that with just a glimpse of her legs or chest, he would be completely captivated by her.
Now, even when Rangiku uses all her seductive moves, practically giving herself away, this man who knows her tricks inside out remains unmoved by her provocations.
"Toshiro has excellent talent and a formidable aura. He achieved his Initial Release not long after graduating from the Zanpakutou Academy.
At this rate, in a few years, he should naturally master Bankai.
With external pressure and special training, this process might be even shorter. Perhaps in just a year or two, he could reach Bankai."
In Yecheng's memory, Toshiro indeed achieved Bankai and became the captain of the Tenth Division not long after Shiba Ichinsei's departure.
Based on Yoruichi's special training for Ichigo's Bankai, Yecheng knew exactly how to train Toshiro for his Bankai.
Ichigo, that wall-clinging guy, mastered Bankai, a technique only 0.01% of Shinigami can achieve, in just one month.
Although Toshiro can't compare to Ichigo's wall-clinging abilities, his talent is undoubtedly the most dazzling in the Soul Society in nearly a century. Yecheng estimated that in about half a year, Toshiro should be able to master Bankai.
"It will take more than half a year? That means I'll have to work overtime for at least that long!"
Upon hearing Rangiku's words, Yecheng and Haiyan were speechless.
"Miss Rangiku, are you mistaken? This is Bankai, not Initial Release!
Even without considering the rarity of Shinigami who can master Bankai in the Soul Society, those who can do so within half a year are truly prodigies!"
After a round of drinks, the three left the izakaya.
Haiyan was eager to return home to see his wife soaking in the nutrient tank, while Rangiku, as usual, got drunk, leaving Yecheng with the task of escorting her home.
On their way back to the Tenth Division barracks, as expected, they were followed again.
However, this time, the person who had previously followed them didn't hide in the shadows but boldly walked out in front of Yecheng.
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"Captain Ichimaru Gin, what a coincidence to run into you so late.
But I recall this path doesn't lead to the Third Division; is Captain Ichimaru Gin in the habit of strolling the streets?"
Yecheng wasn't surprised by Ichimaru Gin's persistence because every time he escorted a drunk Rangiku back to the barracks, he could sense someone following them.
If Ichimaru Gin hadn't followed them that day, Yecheng might have found it odd.
What surprised Yecheng was that Ichimaru Gin, who had always been discreetly following him, suddenly appeared openly and confronted him.
Despite Yecheng's seemingly familiar greeting, Ichimaru's smile faded, and he slowly opened his squinting eyes, revealing blue irises. He looked at Yecheng seriously and asked, "Who are you? What is your purpose in getting close to Rangiku, and why?"
Yecheng: (Д)
Yecheng's face immediately showed his shock upon hearing Ichimaru's words.
He initially thought that Ichimaru's sudden appearance meant something else, but he never expected Ichimaru to confront him directly with such questions.
However, after careful consideration, Yecheng felt that it wasn't strange for Ichimaru to be suspicious of him.
Firstly, due to his association with Aizen, Ichimaru knew much more about Yecheng than anyone else in the Gotei 13.
Aizen had once praised Yecheng as a talented individual and admired his abilities. Additionally, Yecheng had a close personal relationship with Rangiku, which further increased Ichimaru's interest in him.
Recently, Rangiku had gone to the Human World to investigate the disappearance of Tagawa Ichinsei, and Ichimaru was undoubtedly very concerned about this matter.
After all, the ones who ambushed Ichinsei in the Human World were Ichimaru and Aizen, or they were the masterminds behind it.
Although Ichinsei could be overlooked, Rangiku was different to Ichimaru. He worried that Rangiku, who was investigating in the Human World, might be eliminated by Aizen to protect their secret. So, Ichimaru took the initiative to take on this task from Aizen.
Since both Rangiku and Yecheng were considered minor characters in Aizen's eyes, Aizen assigned this task to Ichimaru.
Neither Yecheng nor Rangiku probably knew that Ichimaru had been observing them during their activities in the Human World.
Whether it was Yecheng's contact with Ichinsei or his later battle with the Menos Army, everything was witnessed by Ichimaru.
Through these observations, Ichimaru finally confirmed that Yecheng was not as simple as everyone else thought!
Ichimaru couldn't help but admire Aizen's keen insight, as he was the only one who recognized Yecheng's extraordinariness when others treated him as a minor character.
However, even Aizen probably didn't anticipate that Yecheng's hidden depths were greater than he imagined. This wasn't just extraordinariness; Yecheng was an outright monster!
After returning from the Soul Society, Yecheng's actions were also intriguing. He concealed most of the truth about the Human World and didn't report the real situation to the Captain-Commander, which further increased Ichimaru's suspicions.
Even if Yecheng were as ambitious as Aizen, Ichimaru wouldn't care. But the crucial point was his close relationship with Rangiku, which made Ichimaru uneasy.
Ichimaru was very concerned that Rangiku, his childhood friend, might be taken advantage of by Yecheng and even sacrificed in the end.
That's why Ichimaru decided to reveal himself tonight. On the one hand, he wanted to test Yecheng's strength, and on the other hand, he wanted to warn Yecheng.
If it was confirmed that Yecheng was a threat to Rangiku and was only approaching her to take advantage, Ichimaru would report what he knew about Yecheng in the Human World to Aizen.
Although Yecheng's power displayed in the Human World might be beyond Ichimaru's capabilities, he could create a conflict between Yecheng and Aizen.
(End of Chapter)
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