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Chapter 595: Yecheng: What's So Special About A?
Chapter 595: Yecheng: What's So Special About A?
Due to the intense physical activity, Zabimaru's wounds had reopened, and the bandages wrapped around her upper body were now stained red with fresh blood.
As Yecheng unwrapped the bandages, he noticed a wide, two to three-centimeter-long blade wound near her heart on her fair skin. There were also several black tattoos on her shoulders and collarbones.
Yecheng was familiar with these black tattoos, not because Zabimaru was into some trendy fad, but because they were a result of her Zanpakuto's ability, "Bee Flower."
Zabimaru's so-called "two-hit kill" ability left these tattoos, known as "Bee Flower," on the body after the first hit. Upon the second hit, the stored spiritual pressure within would explode, ensuring the target's demise.
Evidently, Zabimaru's Zanpakuto had betrayed her and fought against her, and these "Bee Flowers" on her body were proof of that.
Zabimaru's petite frame was now covered in these "Bee Flowers" on various parts of her upper body, a total of eight, indicating that she was at a severe disadvantage during the fight and was on the brink of defeat.
Zabimaru's upper body was almost entirely covered in "Bee Flowers," and even if she managed to dodge the attacks, Yecheng's experience told him that just two more hits would put her in a life-threatening situation.
As for the wound on her left chest... Yecheng carefully examined it and realized that it had missed her heart by a perfect angle.
Due to the angle and the layer of fat, the seemingly fatal wound would, at most, only cause Zabimaru to faint or enter a state of pseudo-death.
This suggested that the attacker did not genuinely intend to kill Zabimaru; instead, they were helping her in their way.
Zabimaru's first attack left the "Bee Flower" tattoos, and the second attack directly detonated the stored spiritual pressure, so there were no visible wounds on her body.
Given Zabimaru's circumstances, her enemies were likely not limited to just Zabimaru, so continuing the prolonged battle would have resulted in her death by her own Zanpakuto.
"Hey, you idiot! Have you stared enough? It's just a wound, why are you spacing out for so long? Or are you prepared to have all your bones broken?"
Yecheng was deep in thought, but from Zabimaru's perspective, it seemed like he was staring at her chest, his eyes widening in surprise.
"My apologies, Captain Zabimaru. It wasn't intentional. I analyzed the situation based on your wounds. And while your shape is quite nice, to be frank, A-level assets aren't particularly impressive."
"Huaaaaaaaaaaaaa!"
Upon hearing Yecheng's first sentence, Zabimaru was about to ask what he had realized, but his next words caused her to explode with anger right then and there.
Ignoring her reopened wounds, she threw a punch directly at Yecheng's face.
Naturally, a gust of wind whistled past Yecheng's face as he effortlessly dodged her face-smashing punch.
Even against Zabimaru's "Instant Shock" in perfect condition, Yecheng could easily evade it, let alone a simple punch in her current state.
"Captain Zabimaru, if you keep moving recklessly and reopen your wounds, even if I can heal them, there will still be scars. You wouldn't want to be unable to wear sexy swimsuits, would you?
"Due to the open wound on her body, the pain was so intense that Soi Fon almost fainted on the spot. After considering Yecheng's combat prowess, Soi Fon had no choice but to suppress her anger and leave the matter for later reckoning.
Seeing that Soi Fon's wound was bleeding profusely due to her movements, Yecheng wasted no more time. He directly attached the improved Return Path to his hand and pressed it onto her wound.
Hmm... I was probably too conservative with A; it should have been at least a B."
Witnessing Yecheng's impolite action, Soi Fon instinctively wanted to resist, but as she felt a cool sensation enveloping her wound and the pain gradually subsiding, she became so comfortable that she didn't want to move.
During the treatment, to prevent Soi Fon from moving and complicating the process, Yecheng also explained his recent discovery.
"In other words, you think Kuchiki Byakuya's betrayal might have a hidden reason. His sudden attack on me could have been to save me rather than genuinely intending to kill me?"
As the captain of the Second Division, Soi Fon was an expert in assassination. Now that Yecheng mentioned this possibility, she also felt it was highly plausible.
After all, Kuchiki Byakuya was a Captain of the Shinigami, and his swordsmanship was exceptional among the captains. It was unlikely that he wouldn't know the location of the heart.
The reason for his attack could be twofold: one, to help himself out of a dire situation in this manner, and two, to gain the trust of the other party by showing loyalty.
"I can't say for sure, but based on the current situation, it's highly likely to be the case.
From what I know of Kuchiki Byakuya, the things he cares about the most are his wife, his sister-in-law, and... the honor of the Kuchiki Clan.
The only reason he would betray and take such drastic actions is if it involved these things he holds dear.
Kuchiki Fushia and Kuchiki Rukia both came from the Hollow Street. It's unlikely that the mastermind has a connection with them. Or, if it's related to them, Fushia and Rukia should have some memory of it. So..."
Before Yecheng could finish, Soi Fon interrupted, "So, you believe the reason behind Kuchiki's betrayal is highly likely related to the Kuchiki Clan.
If we investigate the history, connections, and social interactions of the Kuchiki Clan, we might find clues or even uncover the identity of the mastermind!"
Seeing Soi Fon's excited expression, Yecheng smiled and nodded. "As expected of Captain Soi Fon, that's what I was thinking."
Hearing Yecheng's compliment, Soi Fon couldn't bring herself to feel happy at this moment. She had arrived at this conclusion mostly due to Yecheng's deductions.
The Second Division had been investigating for many days without any leads, but Yecheng had just returned and, after examining her wound, had already deduced so much.
It was undeniable that Soi Fon was dissatisfied with Yecheng's personality and behavior, but in terms of ability, he was indeed an exceptional individual.
It was just a wound...
"You! My wound is already healed; how long do you plan to keep your hand on it and massage it?"
Yecheng was caught off guard. "(￣￣) Sorry, sorry, the sensation is so real... I got too absorbed in my thoughts."
(End of Chapter)
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