Naruto: Copy System - Chapter 795 795: [795] : Aizen’s Orders for Gin Ichimaru

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“If you keep scratching me, I’m going to throw you out,” Shin said to Yoruichi, exasperated. “You’ve already shredded my clothes with those claws of yours.”

“Hmph. What were you saying to Kyoraku Shunsui?” Yoruichi demanded, her eyes flashing with anger. She looked like a bristling kitten—well, she actually was a kitten right now.

“What was I saying?” Shin asked, annoyed. ‘You heard the whole thing, why are you asking me? It’s not like I said anything important.’

“Damn it! You told Kyoraku not to disturb your ‘date,’ didn’t you? So does that mean you and Unohana are…?” Yoruichi questioned, her voice laced with accusation.

“Isn’t it obvious? We’re on a date. You’re the third wheel here,” Unohana said, stepping over and taking Shin’s arm.

“YOU OLD HAG, GO TO HELL!” Yoruichi couldn’t hold back any longer and lunged at Unohana with a furious screech.

Unohana caught her with one hand and tossed her aside.

“It’s no use. You’re no match for me, even at full strength, let alone as a kitten,” Unohana stated calmly.

“Hmph! Shin, you saw that, didn’t you? She’s bullying me. Are you just going to stand there and watch?” Yoruichi demanded.

“What else am I supposed to do? What do you want me to do?”

Shin raised an eyebrow and asked her in return.

Yoruichi seethed. She knew he understood exactly what she meant. He was protecting that woman. In his heart, Unohana was clearly more important.

A bitter, sour feeling washed over her. It was infuriating, but there was nothing she could do.

She fell silent. ‘You want a date? Fine. I’ll just have to ruin it. Let’s see how you like that.’

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While Shin was strolling with Unohana and the others, Aizen arrived at the 3rd Division barracks.

“Gin, Shin Uzumaki has been visiting you frequently. What has he been coming to see you about?” Aizen asked.

The two of them had been allies in the shadows for a long time. Aizen had even pulled the strings to get Gin promoted to vice-captain so quickly.

Without his scheming, Gin would never have risen through the ranks so fast, eventually becoming captain after Rōjūrō Ōtoribashi was framed and exiled by Aizen.

His promotion had been even faster than Shin’s.

“Nothing important. He just wanted to spar. Captain Aizen knows he’s my senior—I couldn’t exactly refuse,” Gin said with his trademark sly smile.

Aizen knew Gin wasn’t telling the whole truth, but he also knew Gin’s true identity and ambitions. It didn’t bother him.

In fact, he found it amusing, which was why he kept Gin by his side. He was curious to see what Gin would ultimately try to do.

As for betrayal? Aizen wasn’t worried. Even if Gin did betray him, could he pose a real threat?

Impossible. With Gin’s current level of strength, Aizen didn’t see him as a danger.

In Aizen’s eyes, the only real threat was Shin. But for now, he didn’t dare make a move against him. He wasn’t sure he could win, and there was no need to reveal his hand just yet.

“Gin, I have a task for you. I wonder if you’re up for it?” Aizen asked.

“Oh? And what task might that be?” Gin asked.

Gin knew Aizen was no saint. But he had to earn his trust, bit by bit. Only then would he get his chance to kill him.

In the original story, Gin had nearly succeeded. If not for the Hōgyoku, Aizen would have died at his hands.

The Hōgyoku saved him. It was an obscenely powerful artifact, which was why even Shin coveted its power.

“It’s simple. I want you to test Shin Uzumaki’s strength. Spar with him,” Aizen instructed.

Gin’s brow furrowed at Aizen’s words. He looked at him deeply. What Aizen was asking him to do was practically a suicide mission.

Shin Uzumaki… was he really strong enough to face him?

“Captain Aizen, with my meager abilities, I’m afraid I’m no match for Captain Shin. I doubt I could learn much of anything from a spar. However, since it is your order, I will accept…”

Gin didn’t refuse. Challenging Shin Uzumaki… even if he lost, he probably wouldn’t die.

And it would earn him Aizen’s trust. All in all, it was a good deal.

“Excellent. I’ll be waiting for good news, Gin.” Aizen turned and left.

Watching Aizen’s retreating figure, Gin’s eyes narrowed.

‘What is Aizen’s real motive? He wants me to test Shin’s strength, but he knows my power is nowhere near enough to truly gauge his. So what’s the point of this order? What is he after?’

‘Perhaps he doesn’t want to see Shin’s strength, but my own.’ A flash of insight struck Gin.

He had a feeling Aizen wanted to see what he was capable of.

But regardless, Gin couldn’t refuse. He had to accept, unless he wanted to lose Aizen’s trust. He needed that trust to get close enough to kill him. As for relying on others, Gin had never considered it.

This was his own battle to fight.

Besides, Aizen’s reputation in the Seireitei was impeccable—he was the very picture of a gentle, humble, and polite captain. Even if Gin exposed him, who would believe it?

In Gin’s eyes, the only person who could truly defeat Aizen was Shin Uzumaki. Not even the Captain-Commander could do it. He didn’t know the full extent of the old man’s power, but Aizen’s Zanpakutō ability was practically unbeatable.

He had already fallen under Kyōka Suigetsu’s spell. He was no threat to Aizen unless he found the perfect opportunity to strike.

Gin had his own pride. He didn’t want to rely on others. He would end Aizen with his own power.

“My apologies, Captain Shin. It seems I have no choice but to cause you some trouble. I hope you’ll go easy on me. Otherwise, I might not make it out of the 2nd Division alive.”

Gin muttered to himself as he walked towards the 2nd Division barracks. At this moment, his smile was gone, his expression serious.

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