Bleach: Watch Closely, This Is How You Use a Zanpakutō novel Chapter 36

Chapter 36 - 36: Gotta Get Revenge

Unfortunately, he was too weak—otherwise...

Retsu Unohana smiled and said, "If you're willing to attend the ikebana gathering, I'll teach you flower arrangement."

"Alright, alright..."

Masatsuki Aozaki was just being polite, trying to strengthen his rapport with Unohana. He really didn't want to keep discussing flower arranging, so he chuckled and changed the subject.

"Now I know some things are fair game to ask... So, Captain, when will you teach me Zanjutsu?"

Unohana was momentarily taken aback before laughing softly. This kid really never misses a chance to get stronger. She had just shown him a bit of warmth, and he was already bringing up swordsmanship.

She wasn't annoyed, though. Instead, she responded naturally, "You can start anytime. What do you want to ask? Or do you need to spar with me to pinpoint any issues?"

Masatsuki felt his heart melt a little. As expected, a gentle and understanding older woman was something else.

This kind of grace and composure was something younger women like Yoruichi and Rangiku couldn't compare to. It even made his heart race a little—if only she weren't such a battle maniac.

...

A cold snort came from a nearby rooftop.

"That bastard... I'm here observing enemy movements, and he's just sitting there chatting?"

Masatsuki stiffened and instinctively turned his head. A chill ran down his spine, creeping all the way to the top of his skull.

If his eyesight had been just a little sharper, he would have spotted Yoruichi crouching on the roof, staring at him and Unohana with utter disdain.

Straightening his expression, he said, "Captain Unohana, no need for a spar. I just have a few questions..."

Unohana glanced toward the darkened sky, then casually lifted a hand to cut him off. "No rush. Close the doors and windows first—we wouldn't want any unwanted spectators."

Given her strength and years of battle experience, it was impossible for Unohana not to have noticed Yoruichi eavesdropping nearby. But she simply chose to ignore it, focusing entirely on her "student" and their discussion.

Seeing the doors and windows shut, Yoruichi lost interest in further spying and vanished with a swift movement.

...

Unohana led Masatsuki further inside, and the two sat down on the floor without any formalities.

Masatsuki presented the questions he had prepared in advance, and Unohana answered each one without hesitation, sharing everything she knew.

The moon climbed higher, time stretched on, and the night grew ever more serene.

Masatsuki was completely absorbed, as if he had entirely forgotten the reason he had come.

Not that it was his fault—since he was already here, he wasn't about to let the opportunity go to waste.

Before coming, he had carefully sorted out his questions about Zanjutsu, genuinely seeking Unohana's guidance.

Unohana was a true master of the sword, an expert who embraced all schools of thought. As the first Kenpachi, she held the highest rank in Seireitei's Zanjutsu—10th Dan.

No matter how talented Masatsuki was, he still had a long way to go compared to her.

Her understanding of Zanjutsu even surpassed old man Yamamoto's, so consulting her was the most logical choice.

Completely immersed in their discussion, the two transcended the barrier of Reiatsu, engaging in a fierce exchange of ideas about the way of the sword.

...

By the time he snapped out of it, the sky had turned completely dark.

"Damn!"

Catching a glimpse of the night sky through the window's gap, Masatsuki Aozaki suddenly remembered a certain little cat.

"Captain Unohana, thank you for your guidance."

With all his questions answered, he knew it was time to leave.

That little cat was probably furious by now. He could already picture Yoruichi puffing up her cheeks in annoyance.

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