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Chapter 482: The Noblewoman's Gratitude
Chapter 482: The Noblewoman's Gratitude
This time, Rukia Benzen's arrival was indeed a special visit to express her gratitude to Night City.
Regarding all that had happened to Rukia, her husband, Rukia Byakuya, had already informed her after returning home.
Night City had previously told her that someone was targeting his sister, Rukia, and although she was somewhat skeptical, she never expected the situation to be so dire, especially since the perpetrator was a Shinigami Captain from the Gotei 13.
In order to investigate the truth, Night City was not only framed and blamed but also branded as a "traitor" and pursued by the Gotei 13.
In the end, Bluezenzo Sonosuke used Rukia's life as a threat, and Night City was the first to compromise, even going against the Captain Commander.
Such acts left Rukia Benzen deeply moved, and she believed that Night City's determination stemmed entirely from their previous promise.
Because Night City had assured her that Rukia would be fine, he later ventured into the fire to keep his promise.
Rukia Byakuya's willingness to confront the Gotei 13 for her sake also moved Rukia Benzen, but this gratitude fell short of Night City's.
The reason was simple; no matter what Rukia said, she was Rukia Byakuya's sister-in-law and her relative.
And what about Night City's relationship with Rukia? Rukia was merely Night City's junior and the sister of her close friend.
Yet, despite this relationship, Night City was willing to keep his promise, first enduring the persecution and then being the first to confront the Captain Commander. This made it difficult for Rukia Benzen not to be moved.
It was well-known that Yamamoto Genryusai had served as the Captain Commander of the Gotei 13 for many years, and his authority was awe-inspiring. Not all Shinigami dared to challenge him directly.
Even the former head of the Kuchiki Clan, Rukia Byakuya's grandfather, Ginrei Kurosaki, was merely a daily assistant to the Captain Commander.
Night City's courage to stand up to such a Captain Commander, even to the point of engaging in combat, naturally moved Rukia Benzen greatly.
"Alright, Rukia Benzen, you don't need to worry too much. This matter is over.
Whether it's me, Rukia Byakuya, or Rukia, none of us are in any danger this time. You should be able to take Rukia home soon."
Soon after, Night City conveyed the news he had just heard from Captain Asahagi to the noble lady before him.
Rukia Byakuya was currently confined at home, so he couldn't attend this Captain's meeting. Rukia Benzen came not only to thank Night City but also out of concern, seeking information from Captain Asahagi.
Upon hearing the Captain Commander's decision regarding Night City and the others, Rukia Benzen also breathed a sigh of relief, patting her chest, which showed little fluctuation, and said, "The Captain Commander is, after all, a virtuous and wise person who doesn't hold excessive grudges against you."
"What nonsense? That old geezer is a real pain, huh? No overtime pay for working overtime, and now they're deducting half a year's salary. This is outright exploitation by heartless capitalists towards corporate slaves!"
Rukia Benzen couldn't help but smile bitterly at her close friend's exasperation.
At the very least, in her opinion, the Captain Commander's handling of Night City and the others was already quite magnanimous.
The so-called reflection and penitence was merely for show. Even if one went out for a walk, as long as they didn't encounter the Captain Commander directly, it wasn't an issue.
As for deducting half a year's salary... Rukia Benzen had to say that this wasn't even a problem.
Even though Rukia Benzen had been married to Rukia Byakuya for many years, she had never seen her husband bring home any salary from the Gotei 13. Instead, their Kuchiki Clan had sponsored the Gotei 13 quite a bit.
Of course, Rukia knew her friend's temperament well, so at that moment, she could only humor Yecheng's mood and say, "Yes, yes, it's a bit much to have half a year's salary deducted. It's really unreasonable."
So, the salary deducted from you for half a year, how much is it?"
Yecheng was docked half a year's salary by the Captain-Commander due to Lucia's situation. The Kuchiki Clan didn't have much, except for their wealth.
In order to cheer up her friend, Rukia had secretly decided to compensate Yecheng tenfold for the deducted salary.
However, since her husband had never brought home any salary, Rukia also didn't know how much a month's salary was for a Shinigami in the Gotei 13.
But considering how capable Yecheng and her husband were, and the dangerous nature of their work in the Gotei 13, their monthly salary should be quite substantial. Otherwise, Yecheng wouldn't be so upset about having half a year's salary deducted.
After chatting with Yecheng for about an hour, Rukia left with two maids.
Before leaving, she left a cart full of gifts!
These gifts were specially brought by Rukia to thank Yecheng. From various medicinal ingredients and supplements to high-end snacks and tea leaves, everything was available.
Moreover, products from the Kuchiki Clan were of the highest quality. Yecheng took a look and estimated that just the small box of snacks in Rukia's hand was worth about a month's salary.
Seeing the cart full of gifts before him, Yecheng suddenly felt that having half a year's salary deducted wasn't so bad after all...
Whether or not to say it, having a wealthy friend was truly a blessing!
On the other hand, while walking towards picking up Lucia, Rukia turned to the maid holding the umbrella behind her and curiously asked, "Do Shinigami in the Gotei 13 really earn so little?"
The Kuchiki Clan maid who was asked about this also shook her head in confusion and said, "For ordinary souls in Soul Society, the Gotei 13's treatment should be considered high-paying. Madam."
Upon learning from Yecheng how much a Shinigami's monthly salary was, Rukia was stunned.
She had originally thought that Shinigami, with their life-threatening work, should have quite good benefits. Who would've thought that Yecheng's monthly salary was only comparable to that of an ordinary servant in the Kuchiki Clan...
Perhaps Shinigami had more freedom, but the servants in the Kuchiki Clan had the advantage of safety.
"Since Yecheng likes money so much, I wonder if we can lure him to the Kuchiki Clan with a high salary to be the bodyguard captain. That way, I won't be too bored every day."
Upon hearing Rukia's words, the maid beside her shook her head and said, "Madam, it's best to give up. Aside from the fact that Yecheng-sama is your friend, it's not appropriate for him to be a servant in our household.
Even if Yecheng-sama doesn't mind, the Gotei 13 side probably won't agree to release him."
As one of the five noble families, the maid by Rukia's side naturally had a certain level of knowledge.
After the Seireitei's disturbance, Yecheng's reputation had spread throughout the Seireitei, and even those who weren't Shinigami had heard of him.
Sharp-witted, loyal, and possessing strength that could temporarily rival that of the Captain-Commander, as well as high medical skills, the likelihood of luring him away was indeed quite low.
(End of Chapter)
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