Bleach: Watch Closely, This Is How You Use a Zanpakutō novel Chapter 152

Chapter 152 - 152: Enemy Attack

Almost simultaneously, Masatsuki Aozaki and Sōjun Kuchiki sensed that something was wrong.

Given Kōga Kuchiki's personality, if he had suffered such a devastating blow, he would have either lashed out in a fit of rage or fallen into unbearable despair.

Yet now, he was disturbingly calm—indifferent to an almost unnatural degree.

Sōjun couldn't help but wonder if Kōga had lost all hope.

A deep sense of guilt welled up inside him.

He should have stepped in sooner, done something to ease the strained relationship between his father and Kōga.

As a former instructor at Shin'ō Academy, Sōjun had long been aware of the tension between them. But Ginrei Kuchiki was a stubborn man, and Sōjun's subtle attempts at mediation had been completely ineffective.

Now, with things at this point, he regretted not addressing the issue more directly when he had the chance.

Masatsuki, on the other hand, seemed deep in thought, mumbling to himself,

"This feeling... it's familiar. Kyōka Suigetsu, can you take a look for me?"

Without hesitation, he grasped the hilt of Banshō Senran, silently reciting the release incantation.

"Leave it to me."

A stunning woman, clad in an elegant kimono, floated gracefully in midair.

Her robe was adorned with delicate floral embroidery, exuding an air of refined nobility. A single-lens monocle perched on her face, adding an enigmatic touch to her presence. Her silky, jet-black hair was neatly tied up with an intricate floral hairpiece, enhancing her regal, almost untouchable aura.

And yet, Kōga and Sōjun did not react in the slightest, as if they couldn't see her at all.

So only I can see this? Masatsuki mused.

"Would you like to share this beautiful sight with others?" the woman teased, gently hooking a finger under his chin.

"Not a chance," Masatsuki responded in his mind, without hesitation.

The woman chuckled softly. "Such a selfish man... but that kind of selfishness is rather attractive."

Masatsuki kept his gaze locked on Kōga, who now seemed like a complete stranger.

So it really is an illusion created by Kyōka Suigetsu.

He knew this ability all too well.

Sōjun, still focused on Kōga, spoke softly. "Actually, Father—"

Kōga raised a hand, cutting him off.

"There's no need," Kōga said, his tone emotionless. "Ginrei-sama has already spoken to me. I know everything."

"Go back. I want to be alone."

Sōjun turned toward Masatsuki, as if seeking his opinion.

After a brief moment of contemplation, Masatsuki nodded.

"Alright, let's leave for now. Maybe giving him space to think things through will help him come to terms with everything."

Sōjun hesitated, then nodded silently. He said nothing more.

The two turned and left, leaving Kōga alone with his thoughts.

...

After parting ways with Sōjun, Masatsuki didn't linger in the streets. Instead, he headed straight home.

Seeing through Kyōka Suigetsu's illusion in the prison only confirmed one thing—Sōsuke Aizen had already gotten to Kōga Kuchiki.

Masatsuki had a general idea of what Aizen was after. _{fr\(e)ew(e)b.(n)o (v)(e)l.com}

Kōga's Zanpakutō, Muramasa, was an invaluable weapon—capable of throwing Seireitei into chaos and even serving as a counter against Yamamoto.

"They left a fake body in the prison... meaning they're not planning an escape. So what are they up to?"

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