Bleach Swordsman of Kusajishi

Chapter 63: Newbie

Good morning, Lieutenant Hirako.

Ah~ morning.

Hirako returned the Division Members pleasantries half-heartedly as he dragged his feet with a listless look on his face.

Yo, about time you show up, Shinji.

Muyangs head popped up from a pile of documents and welcomed Hirako Shinji with baggy eyes. A Captains job was nothing to laugh at was something Muyang finally learned firsthand, especially because it has been a while since the 10th Division had the presence of a Captain. For the past few months after taking the Haori of the 10th Divisions Captain, Muyang has been busy familiarizing himself with a Captains job and picking up the slack.

Ah, what a pain. Hirako Shinji walked into the room and immediately threw himself on the chair as he complained bitterly: Lieutenant Ida is so cruel for retiring right away. He couldve at least waited until things are sorted out. Thanks to him, now Im stuck with this mountain of work.

It cant be helped. Lieutenant Ida was getting old, after all. Muyang rubbed his forehead. Let him retire. He has done a lot for the 10th Division.

Yeah.

Hirako Shinji nodded as he was not really complaining about Ida Seiji because the man has done a lot for the 10th Division, and he was like a Captain figure for the 10th Division. He simply complained due to the sheer amount of work.

Oh, what about Murai?

That son of a! When Muyang mentioned Murai Kana, Hirako Shinji suddenly gritted his teeth. Since Lieutenant Ida had resigned, Murai Kana was supposed to be the next Lieutenant. However, he said that he was far too old and not suited to be a Lieutenant; Therefore, since Hirako Shinji was close with Muyang, and his skill rivaled his, Murai Kana suggested recommended Shinji as the next Lieutenant on the premise that it would be easier to cooperate with Captain as they knew each other. As a result, Hirako Shinji became the Lieutenant, while Murai Kana remained as the 3rd Seat.

I already asked him to help me last night, but he told me today Shin Academy students graduated. On that note, he planned on going to Shin to check out if there was any promising talent to recruit. Tsk, that sneaky bastard just want to slack off.

Muyang sighed helplessly because Murai Kanas excuse made sense.

So its today, huh? Muyang said as he recalled what happened the day he graduated and smiled.

Suddenly, Muyang got an idea and immediately said with a smile: Shinji, I think we should be able to find some promising rookies today. Ill head there and check it myself. You wanna tag along?

Hm? Hirako Shinji was surprised at first. Why did Muyang suddenly think of going to Shin? But when he saw the smile on Muyangs face, he finally figured it out.

You cant do that, Captain. If both Captain and Lieutenant left are absent, what about the paperwork? We cant just leave it all to the 3rd Seat.

Hey, I dont want to either, but if both Captain and Lieutenant are absent, there was no one else who can handle this job other than the 3rd Seat. I believe our 3rd Seat will handle the paperwork meticulously. Affairs, after all, he is the 10th Divisions 3rd Seat!

Thats Hirako Shinji pretended to be surprised.

Dont tell me you dont trust our 3rd Seat Murai? Now, thats unbecoming of a Lieutenant. The most important thing you must remember is mutual trust. You must remember this!

Yes, Captain, Im sorry. I shouldnt have doubted 3rd Seat Murai. Lets go, then. I have faith that 3rd Seat Murai will be able to handle this paperwork!

Muyang had a satisfied look on his face and then said out loud: You heard it yourself, 3rd Seat Murai, come in.

Murai Kana walked in with a displeased look on his face and said, Captain, I

Its alright! you dont have to say it! Muyang waved his hand, I know you must be displeased that Lieutenant Hirako doubted your capability just now, but I believe in our tight-knit bond as the 10th Division. Therefore, every little difference between us shall be dealt with, and Lieutenant Hirako has reflected on his mistake.

Im sorry, 3rd Seat Murai, I shouldnt have questioned your capability just now. Hirako Shinji immediately apologized to Murai Kana.

Can you forgive Lieutenant Hirako? He already apologized and all. Murai Kana nodded his head numbly, and Muyang patted his shoulders, Now that its settled, I will go with Lieutenant Hirako to Shin to check if they have any interesting rookie to be enlisted in our Division. 3rd Seat Murai, you will be staying here and work on this pile of paperwork. I believe you can do it!

Muyang dragged Hirako Shinji and disappeared using Shunpo without giving Murai Kana the time to react, leaving Murai Kana alone with a mountain of paperwork in front of him. He wanted to cry so bad but not even a drop of tears came out.

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This isShin Academy!

Hirako Shinjis pupils dilated as he suddenly found himself already in Shin Academy. He began to wonder whether it was merely Shunpo that Muyang used just now because the 10th Division barrack was quite far from Shin Academy.

Phew, we can finally relax a bit. Lets stick around for a while, Shinji. We have Murai dealing with the paperwork, after all.

Agreed, I cant stand it anymore, just leave it all to him. He has been slacking off too much lately. Hirako Shinji tried to hide his astonishment. Besides, Muyang was his friend and Captain, so he didnt have to worry about it. He has been exhausted, so he might as well use this chance to let loose.

Shin its been a while since I came. Hirako Shinji said as he gazed at the academy in front of him with a hint of reminiscent in his tone.

Come to think of it Hirako Shinji looked at Muyang as if he just thought of something. Captain, you graduate so fast because you grade-skipped back in your school days, right? Will there be your acquaintances among the graduates today?

Yeah, maybe, Muyang hesitantly said as he couldnt even remember how long it has been since he graduated. After all, he has changed a lot after graduation, and too many things have happened since then that he couldnt remember how long it has been.

What a hopeless guy. Hirako Shinji sighed as Muyang didnt even remember something like that, Forget it, lets go! Other Division members who planned to recruit the new graduates may be here already.

Muyang nodded, then went in with Shinji.

Haha, I didnt expect youd come, Captain Kimura.

As soon as he entered the square, Muyang heard laughter from the stand above him, where he found Kyraku Shunsui making his way with Lisa towards him.

Im pooped. This is the perfect chance to take a break, haha. Muyang admitted and then looked towards Lisa behind Kyraku Shunsui, Yo, Lisa, youre officially a Lieutenant now, finally.

Can I take it as you ridiculing me? Lisa said as he glared at Muyang.

O Of course not. Muyang quickly waved his hand while trying to joke his way out. Who was crazy enough to laugh at her?

Hmph! Lisa was clearly annoyed by what Muyang said.

Well, since you are here, shall we go together? The students will be here soon. Kyraku Shunsui then immediately added, Captain Kimura, you should be able to recruit many excellent graduates now that you come personally. Many students in Shin Academy idolized you, after all. Obviously, most of them wanted to join your  Division, and if they saw you came personally all the way here, even more students would be eager to join your  Division. Sigh, we may not be able to get any this time.

You jest, Captain Kyraku. Muyang glanced around and asked, Are you the only Captain today? I dont see any other Captain.

Ukitake wanted to come at first, but because of one thing and another, he was delayed, and I was the only one left. Fortunately, you are here too. Otherwise, Id be the only Captain here.

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