Naruto: Copy System - Chapter 733 733: [733] : The Third Seat of the 2nd Division

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“Can’t let you get away.”

Though Kyoraku Shunsui was known for his laid-back attitude, he couldn’t just let a Gillain escape—especially not in the World of the Living.

If it got away, there was no telling how much destruction it would cause or how many people would die. Besides, this Gillain was different. It showed the potential to evolve into an Arrancar, making it a threat that needed to be eliminated sooner rather than later.

Shin glanced at Shunsui. ‘Now’s not the time to just stand there and watch,’ he thought.

Drawing his Asauchi, Shin unleashed a slash. The wave of pressure struck the Gillain’s body, and the creature, which had been trying to flee, was left half-dead from the single strike.

“Looks like I used a little too much force.”

Shin glanced at the Gillain. He was lucky he held back, or he would have killed it in one hit.

It was just as Aizen had said—the strength to crush an ant without killing it is a difficult thing to master.

Even so, Shunsui shot Shin a look. The boy’s strength was far greater than he had imagined. He was more than qualified to be a Third Seat. If he could achieve Shikai, he could probably even serve as a Vice-Captain.

“What are you staring at me for? If you don’t finish it off, it’s really going to get away,” Shin reminded Shunsui.

Snapping back to his senses, Shunsui immediately acted.

Though this Gillain was a cut above the rest, with Shunsui’s power and Shin’s support, it was easily dealt with. Shin considered copying the Hollow’s power but decided against it. It was just a Gillain—hardly worth the effort.

“Whew, that was a close one. It’s finally taken care of,” Shunsui sighed, immediately deactivating his Shikai.

While Shikai granted immense power, it also consumed a massive amount of spiritual pressure. Shunsui was almost completely drained.

He was still weak at this point in time, having just been promoted from Third Seat to Vice-Captain. His power was limited. The Kyoraku Shunsui from the start of the main story would have had no trouble killing a Gillain with ease.

“Let’s go. We’re heading back,” Shunsui said, getting to his feet.

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They passed through the Senkaimon, returning from the World of the Living to the Soul Society. Upon his return, Shunsui immediately filed his report.

Due to the unexpected incident during the exam, only Shin had passed. The other Shinigami cadets would have to be re-evaluated.

Having passed, Shin was assigned to the 2nd Division. Now clad in a black Shihakushō, he was on his way to the 2nd Division barracks to report for duty.

The current captain of the 2nd Division was Shihōin Kiyotaka, from the Shihōin Clan, one of the Five Great Noble Clans. That’s right—there were still five.

The Shiba Clan had not yet been cast out, had not yet fallen from grace.

“Captain Shihōin, it’s an honor to be under your command.”

Shin smiled at Kiyotaka. Though he had never appeared in the original story, as the head of the Shihōin Clan and captain of the 2nd Division, his strength was undeniable.

“Shin, the position of Third Seat in the 2nd Division is currently vacant. Would you like to take it?”

The Third Seat was a position second only to the Captain and Vice-Captain. Shin was surprised. He hadn’t expected to become the Third Seat of the 2nd Division so easily.

‘This probably has something to do with Unohana Retsu.’

Shin guessed. It was likely her doing. Otherwise, there was no way he would have been appointed to such a high rank right after graduating, with no merits to his name.

“Then I thank you for your faith in me, Captain Shihōin.” Shin certainly wouldn’t refuse. This was a good thing for him. He accepted with a faint smile.

Shihōin Kiyotaka smiled back. Shin’s guess was close to the mark. The main reason he had offered Shin the Third Seat was indeed because of Unohana Retsu. Knowing that she and Shin had a special relationship, this was a way to curry favor with her.

The competition within the Seireitei was fierce, and the Great Noble Clans were not always on friendly terms. If things were truly so peaceful, the Shiba Clan would not have been cast out of the five Great Noble Clans in the future.

These schemes had nothing to do with Shin. He just felt that being the Third Seat would be beneficial to his plans.

‘The Tsunayashiro Clan controls the Great Spirit Book Gallery. I wonder if they have any powerhouses.’

Shin didn’t know much about the Tsunayashiro Clan, but they were no simple family. They knew all the history and secrets of the Soul Society and had an inseparable relationship with the Soul King and Central 46.

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Shin remained in the 2nd Division, actively taking on duties, especially patrols, which he often conducted himself. Shihōin Kiyotaka, unaware of Shin’s plans, thought he was a capable and diligent subordinate and was very pleased with him.

Several months passed in the blink of an eye. Shin had familiarized himself with the entire Seireitei.

“Now, it’s time for the real action to begin.”

Having thoroughly scouted the area, Shin prepared to infiltrate the Great Spirit Book Gallery and retrieve what was inside. In truth, he was being overly cautious. Even if he had to fight his way in, it wouldn’t be difficult.

Night fell. Shin’s figure moved swiftly through the buildings of the Seireitei. Soon, he arrived at Central 46 and walked straight through the entrance.

The guards seemed not to see him at all. Shin had used Genjutsu to make them ignore him.

Like he owned the place, he encountered no resistance and reached the Great Spirit Book Gallery, hidden beneath Central 46.

“There’s no key, but a single door won’t stop me.”

Shin used Yomotsu Hirasaka and entered directly.

“So this is the Great Spirit Book Gallery? Looks like I’ve been discovered.”

Shin felt a little helpless. The moment he stepped inside, he felt a wave of spiritual pressure ripple outwards.

“Looks like sneaking in was bound to fail.”

Shin held a mask—the same swirling orange mask Tobi wore. After putting it on, he began recording the knowledge in the Great Spirit Book Gallery.

“As expected, all the Kido are recorded here.”

BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOM!!!

Just as Shin had recorded most of the information, a terrifying spiritual pressure descended upon him—definitely Captain-level.

The current head of the Tsunayashiro Clan had arrived, his gaze fixed coldly on Shin.

“Who are you? How dare you break into this place?”

“I mean no harm. I’m just here to borrow a few things. No need to be so hostile.”

Shin said calmly. He had already altered his voice. If Madara Uchiha were here, he would have found that Shin’s voice was identical to his own.

“SEIZE HIM.” The Tsunayashiro Clan Head shouted to the Shinigami behind him, and a group of them charged towards Shin.

“Well, well, looks like a fight is unavoidable.”

Watching the charging Shinigami, Shin threw a casual punch, and several of them were instantly killed.

In a flash, he appeared in front of the Tsunayashiro Clan Head and delivered a powerful kick to his chest.

With a loud crash, the man was sent flying into the ground. In a single exchange, he had been taken out by Shin.

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