Bleach: Watch Closely, This Is How You Use a Zanpakutō novel Chapter 19

Chapter 19 - 19: Are You Shy?

She was about to say something when Masatsuki Aozaki suddenly sat up.

"Someone's coming."

The moment he spoke, Yoruichi also sensed an approaching Reiatsu.

She glanced at him in surprise.

As the heir of the Shihōin Clan, Yoruichi had been trained in stealth and detection from a young age, with Reiatsu perception being one of her strongest skills.

She had always believed that among her peers, no one could surpass her in sensing presences.

But just now, Masatsuki had reacted faster than she had.

This guy... really never stops surprising people.

In the distance, the voices of patrolling instructors could be heard.

"Lieutenant Ōmaeda!"

"Have you seen anyone or any animals approaching this area?"

"Reporting to the lieutenant, I haven't seen anything."

Despite the reply, Ōmaeda didn't seem convinced.

A few seconds later, he knocked on the door of Masatsuki's dormitory.

"My lady! Are you in there?"

Yoruichi's expression darkened. "Damn, it's Marenoshin. Why did that guy come looking for me?"

"Marenoshin?"

"Marenoshin Ōmaeda, head of the Ōmaeda family and the lieutenant of the 2nd Division. Ugh, using stealth to retreat is impossible now..."

"So you really did sneak out," Masatsuki chuckled, rubbing his eyes. "Retreat? What is this, a battlefield?"

"More or less. This is a war for freedom..."

Masatsuki snorted.

A war? More like she's just having fun.

"You go handle it. I'll get dressed."

"Why should I— Wait, hold on!"

Before Masatsuki could react, Yoruichi had already returned to her human form and was pushing him toward the entrance.

"If you so much as glance back, you're dead."

Sensing the shift in atmosphere, Masatsuki smirked.

"Oh? Are you embarrassed?"

"Ridiculous! As if I'd be embarrassed over something like this."

Still grinning, Masatsuki extended two fingers and traced a line in the air.

With his movement, an invisible Reishi membrane slowly expanded, fully enveloping Yoruichi.

Her eyes lit up at the sight.

As a member of the Onmitsukidō, she immediately recognized the technique—Bakudō #26: Kyokkō.

Kyokkō created a layer of Reishi that bent light, rendering the target invisible.

Since most Shinigami preferred direct combat with their Zanpakutō, this kind of Kidō was rarely studied.

Yet Masatsuki not only knew it but had flawlessly cast it without an incantation.

The more Yoruichi observed him, the more impressed she became.

This kid would fit right in with the Onmitsukidō.

Exceptional Reiatsu detection, precise concealment techniques...

The only problem was his face—way too recognizable. Someone like him would draw too much attention.

But that wasn't a big deal. The Onmitsukidō wore masks during missions anyway.

...

Masatsuki walked to the entryway and opened the door.

A towering man—easily two meters tall—stepped inside.

He had a broad, stocky build, a brown crew cut, and an arrogant expression. A thick, gaudy gold chain hung around his neck.

Masatsuki looked him up and down and was instantly hit with the overwhelming aura of a nouveau riche.

The burly man asked, "Masatsuki Aozaki?"

"That's me. Do you know me?" Masatsuki asked, puzzled.

"I'm Marenoshin Ōmaeda, Lieutenant of the 2nd Division of the Gotei 13. The reason we're here is largely because of you."

Ōmaeda let out a hearty laugh.

"That's strange... Someone clearly saw the young lady heading this way." _{free\we,bnovel.c o(m)}

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