With Captain Yamamoto's sharp shout, the conference hall fell silent again.
Captain Yamamoto glanced at Duan Mu, then looked back at Gin Ichimaru, waiting for his answer.
"I……"
Ichimaru Gin still looked like he was smiling but not smiling. He put his hands into his sleeves and said, "I have nothing to say."
"Um?"
"This is my dereliction of duty. There is nothing to quibble about. No matter what kind of punishment, I will accept it calmly."
As soon as these words came out, everyone in the hall looked more or less surprised.
Although they wouldn't believe Ichimaru Gin's sophistry, they could at least use it to deduce why he let the traveler go.
But Ichimaru Gin's reply surprised everyone.
Not only did he not explain, but he frankly admitted his fault, which made people feel as if he deliberately let the traveler escape.
"Ichimaru Gin, you..."
Aizen frowned and looked at Ichimaru Gin with doubts in his eyes, as if he was extremely afraid of him.
Act, you continue to act.
Duan Mu resisted the urge to roll his eyes and didn't show any abnormalities, but he couldn't help but murmur in his heart.
"In that case, let's discuss your punishment later."
Captain Yamamoto nodded and suddenly turned his eyes to Duan Mu at the end of the team: "The next step is to deal with Duan Mu."
"Um?"
Duan Mu frowned slightly, are you here?
Although he knew very well that Captain Yamamoto could not have called him here just for him to observe, he thought for a long time and could not figure out the purpose of Captain Yamamoto calling him here.
"Although you had a reason for forcing your way into Room 46, it violated the most fundamental rules."
Captain Yamamoto's tone was quite cold and hard, which made Duan Mu couldn't help but feel a jump in his heart. Is he planning to hold himself accountable now?
In a certain way, Zaihou is similar to Captain Yamamoto. Both of them attach great importance to discipline and norms.
But the disciplines and norms in their eyes are essentially very different.
In the eyes of Broken Bee, discipline and norms are based on the supremacy of rules and regulations and the honor of being strict with oneself. They are cold and arrogant and have a vigorous and resolute style. They have the principle that traitors will not be tolerated and every enemy will be killed.
And Captain Yamamoto...
The discipline and norms he values are not to regulate someone or oneself like a broken bee, but to maintain the overall order of Soul Society and to be loyal to the royal family.
He would not hesitate to draw a sword on anyone who dared to challenge Soul Society's discipline, even his favorite disciples.
In order to achieve his goal, it can even be described by the four words "at any cost". It is said that he used to be a person who pursued victory even if he used his subordinates as cannon fodder. Although he has changed now, it does not mean that... he will become
The kind old man next door.
It should be said that on the contrary, this old man not only has dark hands, but also an even darker heart!
"Some rules should never be broken, no matter the reason."
Captain Yamamoto's wrinkled eyes gradually opened, and his pair of withered, but extremely energetic eyes fell on Duan Mu.
As soon as these words came out, not to mention Duan Mu, even the captain present could not help but show surprise on his face.
because……
Captain Yamamoto's words seemed to be saying that even if he knew that Mao's 46th room was in crisis, he could not break the rules that had been in place since the birth of the Gotei 13th Division and rescue Mao by force.
The forty-sixth chamber, thus causing the Mao forty-sixth chamber and the Gotei 13th Division to lose their majesty.
Mao No. 46 is the highest authority in Soul Society, and it must be the highest authority.
The symbolic meaning of their existence and all their decisions are necessary for Soul Society. But this 'they' is the entirety of the Mao Forty-Six Chambers, not a certain...or certain members, even if all the members are
Even if they die, the Forty-sixth Chamber of Mao will not disappear. After being reorganized, they will still be the highest authority!
This is the meaning of the existence of Zhenyang 46 Rooms.
Duan Mu slowly raised his head and looked at Captain Yamamoto.
really……
No matter when it comes, I can never fall in love with S Lingting as a whole.
Because Duan Mu knows very well that no matter how S Lingting changes, even if it changes to a captain, its roots will not change. All sacrifices are necessary means to maintain balance, and 'balance' is the priority in everything!
More strictly speaking, it's not that it won't change, but...
Can't change!
Therefore, Duan Mu has always been extremely resistant to becoming a god of death, because he does not want to become a victim of the so-called 'balance'.
And Duan Mu still felt something else in this sentence.
Excluded!
As you are not a Shinigami, please do not interfere in the affairs of the Gotei 13th Division without authorization.
Those old eyes seemed to be emphasizing these words constantly.
But it also reveals a deeper meaning.
"Feel sorry."
Duan Mu showed a slight smile on his face and said softly: "The incident that happened this time was indeed caused by my neglect of thinking when accepting the commission. In addition, the family of an important friend was in danger, so I led everyone in S Lingting.
So much trouble."
"Although I am not one of the Death Gods, it is true that I have brought trouble to the Death Gods in the Sling Palace, so I am willing to accept any punishment from you."
After Duan Mu said this, he bowed slightly to Captain Yamamoto.
Although he didn't say it explicitly, he believed that Captain Yamamoto would understand what he meant.
Hearing this, Captain Yamamoto took a deep look at Duan Mu, and his wrinkled eyes gradually closed.
"That's good."
Captain Yamamoto tapped his cane on the ground slightly: "I declare that although Duan Mu did it for a reason, it is also true that he acted privately to violate discipline and offended the majesty of the 46th House of Mao; Tōsen Kaname is certainly guilty, but here
During this period of invasion by foreign enemies, the loss of a captain-level combat power cannot be made up for in a short period of time."
"so……"
"Before the new captain of the ninth division is elected, Duan Mu from Wanshiwu is entrusted to temporarily perform the duties of captain of the ninth division. This commission cannot be refused, and the remuneration will be replaced by the captain's salary."
"yes."
Duan Mu was not surprised when he heard this and accepted the commission without hesitation.
no way……
Duan Mu can be sure that if he doesn't answer, he will most likely be left here forever.
Just as Captain Yamamoto said, when a foreign enemy invades, before understanding the enemy's base and strength, the Gotei 13th Division must make all preparations and assemble the strongest force to meet the foreign enemy.
However, unstable forces that cannot become one's own side must be resolved.
It is naturally best to be able to take back what you have, but if you cannot take back what you have, then in order to prevent this unstable force from siding with the other party, then...
It must be eliminated!!
To put it bluntly...
Those who want to fight against the outside must first settle within.
As long as Duan Mu hesitates for a moment, he will be physically reduced to ashes by the old man on the stage, leaving no trace behind.
Broken Bee frowned: "Captain, isn't this against the rules?"
It's not that she thinks Duan Mu isn't strong enough to be the captain, because saying this... is like slapping Murzuo Jin in the face.
But according to past rules, there are only three ways to become a captain.
The first is to pass the captain exam under the witness of three captains including the chief captain;
The second is to be recommended by six captains, and then get the approval of at least three of the remaining six captains;
The third is to win a duel with the current captain in the presence of two hundred team members, in order to succeed as the captain.
But now, the captain has directly made Duan Mu the captain of the ninth division.
"He is not the captain of the 9th Division. He is just performing the captain's duties that were missing because of him as compensation." Captain Yamamoto shook his head: "This commission is for me to run Duanmu in the name of the Gotei 13th Division."
The commission from Wansiwuwu was only refused because of the trouble it caused."
After hearing this, Zui Feng's frowned brows relaxed, and after pondering for a moment, he did not continue to refute.
The rest of the people, invariably, remained silent.
"Then, regarding Ichimaru Gin's disposal..."
Captain Yamamoto changed the topic and turned to look at Gin Ichimaru.
All the captains couldn't help but turn their attention to Ichimaru Gin, and Aizen stood out from the crowd, as if he wanted to say something.
And just then.
Dang, Dang, Dang, Dang...
The urgent plank alarm sounded.
"Emergency alert! Emergency alert!"
The sudden alarm made everyone frown.
Don't understand what happened.
Nie Yuli tilted his head and tapped the strange decoration on his ear, as if he was listening to something, with some doubts in his eyes.
"There are intruders in the Sling Palace. Please keep each team in their positions."
"Repeat it again!"
"..."
The sound of the alarm made the Sling Pavilion suddenly noisy.
In the conference room, the captains looked at each other.
Aizen said to himself with an ugly face: "Intruders? Aren't those travelers blocked outside the Jingling Wall?"
"Hahahaha~~"
At this moment, accompanied by wild laughter, a figure rushed out in a swish.
When he saw that figure, Aizen subconsciously called out: "Wait, Kenpachi! Not yet..." Before he could finish his words, Zaraki Kenpachi had already rushed out of the conference room and disappeared in the blink of an eye.
Duan Mu did not speak, but carefully observed the reactions of everyone present.
Because he knew very well that there were no intruders in the Sling Palace.
When I left the Master House in the morning, Kurosaki Ichigo and others had just arrived at Shiba's house. It would take at least a day to prepare to launch the Kukaku Cannon, which meant that they would not be able to invade the Sling Pavilion until early tomorrow morning.
And judging from Nirvana's reaction, although the emergency alert was issued by the Technology Development Bureau, if nothing unexpected happened, it should have been an order directly issued by the 46th Room of Mao, or the Image Hall, to the Technology Development Bureau, not the Technology Development Bureau.
What did the bureau members discover?
"no way……"
Captain Yamamoto said: "The captains' meeting can only be held here first. As for the handling of Ichimaru Gin, we will notify you later. Each captain will immediately return to his own jurisdiction to take charge."
After that, he looked at Duan Mu and said: "Including you, you are not allowed to leave the area where the Ninth Division is located before this incident is over. You are responsible for arresting any invading enemies, even if you encounter them.
However, the enemy should be held back as much as possible and wait for support to arrive."
"yes."
Duan Mu responded, turned around and followed the crowd outside.
"alarm……"
And just when he passed by Aizen and Ichimaru Gin, the movie star was still there, fooling the children in a rather wicked way.
"It sounded very timely."
"What do you want to say?" Ichimaru Gin narrowed his eyes and smiled: "I don't understand."
"Do you think you can get through this?"
Aizen snorted: "Don't underestimate me."
Duan Mu didn't stop, and walked out quickly. At the same time, he glanced at Hitsugaya Toshiro who was standing there eavesdropping, and couldn't help but shake his head in his heart.
I really don’t know what Aizen’s thoughts were. Did he think it was fun to play with this white-haired brat?
Um……
wrong.
Although Captain Hitsugaya looks like he is about ten years old, and is even slightly shorter than Zaihou by less than 1 centimeter in height, his actual age is quite a lot. After all, he is with Rukia, Renji, Hinamori Momo and others.
, together they are called the strongest generation!
But no matter what, Aizen's bad taste is really outrageous.
With the idea of out of sight and out of mind, Duan Mu took a few steps quickly and caught up with the captains in front of him.
"Oh, boss Duan Mu."
Jingraku Shunsui, who was walking in front, turned his head and chuckled: "We will be colleagues from now on. Let's have a drink together after this incident."
"You're welcome, Captain Beijing Band. I'm just a small businessman. How can I be qualified to be your colleague?"
Duan Mu chuckled: "Of course, the leader of the Beijing Band is willing to have a drink with me. This is my honor, and I will naturally not refuse."
"team leader."
Seeing the captains walking out of the conference hall, a group of vice-captains waiting in the side hall came to greet them.
When they saw Duan Mu walking in the queue, they couldn't help but be startled.
"Boss Duan Mu!"
Matsumoto Rangiku, who was wearing an adjutant armband, happily waved to Duan Mu while running: "I seem to hear you talking about 'drinking'. When are you going to drink? You can read a book and take me with you!!"
This person's ears are really sharp. From such a distance, he actually heard Duan Mu say the word "drink".
"must!"
When Duan Mu saw this, a warm smile suddenly appeared on his face, and then he turned to look at Ise Nanao who was quietly following Kyoraku Shunsui: "Vice Captain Ise, do you want to come with us?" He did not say anything.
Ise Nanao is the vice-president. Because of the regulations of the Female Shinigami Association, the association's position titles can only be used during gatherings.
"Hahaha, Nanao-chan won't drink with us. It's better to say that with her in charge, drinking with the leader of the Beijing band is so boring." Matsumoto Rangiku ran to Duan Mu and puffed out his turbulent chest.
Duan Mu couldn't help but turn his head to the side as he could vaguely see the rolling waves.
"Matsumoto."
A voice suddenly interrupted. He turned around and saw Toshiro Hitsugaya giving Matsumoto Rangiku a dark look: "Drink? Do you still remember how much work you have piled up and haven't dealt with?"
"Well, well, I'll take care of it after you drink it."
"Hello!!"
Hitsugaya Toshiro's mouth twitched slightly and he looked at the vice-captains of other divisions. As soon as the captains came out, they followed behind him.
Look at my vice-captain again...
He threw the captain aside, went to invite others to drink, and left all the work to himself.
"Na na na, boss Duan Mu, let's go drink now."
"You guys, have you lost your mind due to drinking? In the current situation, you are not allowed to go out and drink."
Hitsugaya Toshiro walked a few steps quickly, came to a few people, and said angrily: "Otherwise, don't blame me for using the captain's power to deal with you."
Matsumoto Rangiku did not continue to mess around, but muttered a little disappointedly:
