If not seen with one's own eyes…
No one would dare believe that the Thirteen Deadguard of the Uehara Race would be so arrogant.
On the territory of the Guardian Court Thirteen Squads, in front of the Captain of Squad 5, they blatantly ignored everyone present and directly killed a seated officer.
"These guys…"
A reaper from Squad 5 gritted his teeth in hatred, but restrained himself from speaking ill since Uehara Naraku was still present.
As the Patriarch of the Uehara Race, Uehara Naraku seemed somewhat out of place with his retainers. He looked at Aizen Sousuke apologetically and softly spoke, "Captain… I'm sorry, I have no way to go against Mr. Itachi's will…"
"..."
The ever-genteel Captain of Squad 5 shook his head, smiling as he comforted Uehara Naraku, "All right, Naraku, none of this is your fault… Never blame yourself for other people's mistakes."
Aizen Sousuke gently patted Uehara Naraku's shoulder, softly continuing, "Today's matters, Naraku is the only victim… If you feel uneasy, then take on the responsibility as the Vice Captain of Squad 5!"
"Captain…"
Uehara Naraku looked at Aizen Sousuke in disbelief.
If he didn't know the true nature of Aizen Sousuke, if everything just now hadn't been orchestrated by Uehara Naraku himself, he might have truly been moved by Aizen's words…
The words spoken by this person…
Can always sway someone's heart.
Aizen Sousuke watched Uehara Naraku's expression and continued to smile, "All right, it's fine now, leave the matter to me…"
"Yes…"
Uehara Naraku slowly nodded.
A group of Squad 5 members gradually dispersed.
After everyone had departed, a shadowy smile spread across Aizen Sousuke's face, an ominous gleam in his eyes.
"Such reckless people…"
Aizen Sousuke sat alone on the training field's rest chair, slowly clasping his hands together, leisurely speaking, "Even after so many years, this race's temperament hasn't changed much…"
"Oh?"
Ichimaru Gin stood beside him with a smile, lightly asking, "What does Master Aizen plan to do now, are you really going to report today's events to General Captain Yamamoto?"
Aizen Sousuke lowered his head, restraining his gaze, "Of course, even though there is a secret pact between the Guardian Court Thirteen Squads and the Uehara Race, it is certainly not a reason for them to act recklessly…
It seems I have found a better way, the gulf within the Quiet Spirit Court will never be bridged, only widening."
This matter absolutely must be reported.
Aizen Sousuke never intended to hide it.
The only disappointment for Aizen Sousuke was that after General Captain Yamamoto Genryuusai Shigekuni learned of the matter, he didn't say much, but instead simply instructed Aizen Sousuke to protect Uehara Naraku well.
Yamamoto Genryuusai Shigekuni grasping his cane, his eyelids drooped, with a face showing not a hint of anger, as if he did not place the matter in his heart.
For a thousand years…
This General Captain was no longer the crusader against evil he once was.
In contrast, Yamamoto Genryuusai Shigekuni focused more on Uehara Naraku's growth, placing his hopes for the future peace of the Quiet Spirit Court on Uehara Naraku's shoulders.
"Our secret pact with the Uehara Race existed before the Guardian Court Thirteen Squads…"
Yamamoto Genryuusai Shigekuni murmured softly, calmly advising, "When that little fellow Uehara Naraku truly grows up and can shoulder responsibility, then incidents like this won't happen…"
As long as…
This little fellow who carries the hope for peace becomes the Captain of the Guardian Court Thirteen Squads, he will gradually integrate the Uehara Race into the Soul Society.
Turning face at this time…
Undoubtedly would be the most unwise choice.
Yamamoto Genryuusai Shigekuni and the Zero Squad couldn't possibly wage war with the Uehara Race over a minor seated officer attacking Uehara Naraku…
Moreover…
Even if that third seated officer had not died by Uchiha Itachi's hand, Yamamoto Genryuusai Shigekuni would have confined him in prison as an explanation to the Uehara Race.
"Yes, I understand."
Aizen Sousuke slowly bowed his head.
In his heart, however, he held more contempt for this General Captain; is it because of living too long that he now fears war?
Such cowardice…
Whether it's Uehara Naraku or Yamamoto Shigekuni…
Nevertheless, Aizen Sousuke never expected this General Captain to act tough, he simply came to go through the motions.
While Aizen Sousuke was paying respects to his apparent superior Yamamoto Genryuusai Shigekuni, his subordinate Ichimaru Gin was meeting his real superior.
"Lord Naraku."
Ichimaru Gin maintained his habitual smile on his face, standing beside Uehara Naraku with crossed arms, softly speaking, "Having to stay long-term around Aizen to supervise him, trying to meet you is really troublesome…"
"It's all right, I won't mind such trivial matters."
Uehara Naraku leaned against the pavilion chair, leisurely sipping a glass of juice, appearing somewhat out of sync with the Soul Society's relaxed demeanor.
Upon hearing Uehara Naraku's words, Ichimaru Gin's smile faltered for a moment, but instantly returned to normal.
Ichimaru Gin, smiling brightly, lightly chuckled, "Even if Lord Naraku's generous nature doesn't mind such trifles, as subordinates, we still feel a little guilty…"