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Chapter 301 Kidnapper Kiyohime 3/3
Speaking of which, what did Kiyohime do while Aizen was back in Soul Society? "Kiyohime-neechan, you're amazing!"
As Kiyohime sniffed, the ghostly flames at her fingertips dissipated. She handed the hot tea to the other girl, and couldn't help but grin foolishly at her little fangirl's adoration: "Hehe, it's nothing at all."
Fortunately, she didn't witness the hero saving the damsel in distress that day, otherwise she probably would have wanted to burn him alive.
"No, that's not true! Kiyohime-neechan, you're amazing! If it weren't for your help a few days ago, Shiro and I would be dead."
The little girl who accepted the teacup expressed her gratitude with a stubborn look on her face.
"Heh."
Kiyohime chuckled twice, not daring to say that the events of the past few days were all staged by herself.
A white-haired boy lying on the lawn with his legs crossed pouted and said, "It's not that easy to die, that's really unlucky."
Moreover, we are not "030".
Is it already a soul?
"Little Lion, you're such a spoilsport!"
Hinamori Momo frowned and wrinkled her nose in displeasure.
Kiyohime instantly disappeared, not wanting to disturb the bickering between the childhood sweethearts.
The matter is actually very simple.
Aizen had Kiyohime capture a Hollow of relatively low strength to attack the two when they were alone. Then, Kiyohime would play the role of a savior to get close to them, thus establishing a relationship and slowly inducing their desire for power, ultimately leading them to consider becoming Shinigami prematurely.
Deceiving people with one's true self is something that Kiyohime, who cannot tolerate lies, finds extremely shameful.
In response, Kiyohime couldn't help but inwardly complain to Aizen, "What a sinful man."
However, since Kiyohime is rather naive, she can only try to attract the attention of the two by inadvertently displaying a little bit of her ability.
However, in order to avoid alerting the Shinigami who frequent Rukongai, she couldn't use destructive techniques, let alone Noble Phantasms.
This led to a situation where, aside from the initial occasion when Toshiro Hitsugaya would frequently glance at him, he has now become completely indifferent and unmoved.
Only the gentle Hinamori Momo would still flatter and praise him quite a bit.
However, neither of them has clearly shown any inclination to become Grim Reapers, which makes Kiyohime very anxious.
The bickering between the two quickly ended with Toshiro backing down.
Suddenly, Hinamori Momo hesitated, seemingly in a difficult position. She mustered her courage several times before asking softly, "Kiyohime-neechan, can we... can we learn from you to become Shinigami? Shiro and I have already experienced two life-or-death crises. That feeling... of not being able to control our own lives was truly awful."
After saying that, Hinamori Momo, feeling a bit abrupt, hurriedly waved her hands and said in a flustered manner, "I know this request might be a bit unreasonable. Kiyohime-neechan has already saved us, and I'm still being so greedy."
But, I'm sorry, it's really...
Kiyohime was taken aback when she saw the little girl becoming somewhat incoherent.
Although Kiyohime was indifferent to everything except her beloved, seeing Hinamori Momo like this made her feel a little more favorably toward the girl in front of her.
Is it excessive? Honestly, Hinamori Momo's request is reasonable.
Because the power of a Shinigami cannot be passed on to outsiders, and once one becomes a Shinigami, one can never retire. Even if a noble wants to leave the 13th Division to open a shop or retire, they must still be registered in the 13th Division.
If necessary, these people must still obey the orders given by the commander-in-chief.
This is also a serious crime committed by Rukia Kuchiki after she gave Ichigo Kurosaki the power of a Shinigami.
Although Aizen's interference was a contributing factor, the punishment was significantly more severe.
However, the result of being sentenced to death was not entirely unreasonable. The reason why the punishment was considered severe was not because the Kuchiki family, the head of the four noble families, was involved. For the same crime, the powerful and wealthy always have privileges.
Rukia's sentencing was surprising and shocking, partly due to the harsher punishment, but more so because the Central 46 not only failed to lenient the Kuchiki family members but actually increased their punishment.
Otherwise, if the crime of stealing property were punishable by death, even that stubborn old man Yamamoto would feel something was wrong and object to it.
However, Momo Hinamori's condition is neither particularly serious nor particularly serious.
Ultimately, Ichigo Kurosaki is human, while Momo Hinamori and Toshiro Toshiro are rūgū (souls).
If a ryugu becomes a Shinigami, he can be recruited into the Soul Society like Kenpachi Zaraki. In that case, the sin of privately passing on Shinigami powers would be greatly reduced or even eliminated. At most, it would be considered as fulfilling the responsibility of a Shinigami teacher ahead of schedule.
From this perspective, Hinamori Momo's request wasn't too unreasonable.
Moreover, she wasn't "demanding" anything.
Moreover, the "request"
"doubt"
It's a question that allows for refusal! Even so, Hinamori Momo would feel so guilty that she would frantically apologize. How could anyone not feel fondness for such a personality? Especially in front of Kiyohime, lies simply have nowhere to hide, and Kiyohime, who can completely feel sincerity, would feel this even more strongly than ordinary people.
"Alright, I know what you're thinking."
Kiyohime interrupted abruptly.
"I'm sorry"
Unable to fathom Kiyohime's thoughts, Hinamori Momo lowered her head anxiously and whispered an apology.
Toshiro, who was standing nearby, also quietly got up. If Kiyohime got angry and wanted to make a move, he would block it for Hinamori Momo to calm her down.
"No need to apologize."
Kiyohime scratched her cheek, looking troubled. "I wouldn't mind teaching you, but I'm not a Grim Reaper."
"I'm sorry, I went too far."
I won't say "Eeeeeeeeeee!" anymore.
Just as Hinamori Momo was about to apologize again, she suddenly paused, looking adorably blank.
She seemed to have misheard.
"You, you're not Death!"
Even Toshiro Hitsugaya couldn't help but shout in unison.
Kiyohime tilted her head, a mischievous glint in her eyes, and suddenly extended her tongue like a snake's forked tongue, saying playfully to the two startled eyes, "I never said I was a Grim Reaper."
If I absolutely must say, I'm a monster, a snake monster with dragon blood.
"Monster, monster"
Hinamori Momo turned pale with fright, and her voice trembled slightly.
Fortunately, Toshiro Hitsugaya reacted quickly, except for the initial 4.
8. Startled, she sobered up considerably and immediately forced herself to remain calm, saying, "You're so shameful, Momo. If Miss Kiyohime wanted to harm us, she would have done it already."
Besides, we've never seen a monster before, so how do you know if a monster is good or bad?
Despite saying that, Kiyohime still noticed the cold sweat on the little brat's forehead.
"Alright, I'm not teasing you anymore."
Monsters do exist, but not every monster is powerful. Many weak monsters can even defeat ordinary humans, let alone the Grim Reaper.
Kiyohime clapped her hands and grinned mischievously at Hinamori Momo.
"Miss Kiyohime!"
Hitsugaya Toshiro wore a serious expression, looking at Kiyohime's puzzled expression, and asked earnestly, "You said you were willing to teach us, is that really true?"
Chapter 302 No, I'm sorry, I was wrong! 1/3
Seeing the two children's expectant and apprehensive eyes, Kiyohime helplessly flung her hands away.
"There are many kinds of monsters because these are unique abilities of bloodline races."
"If you were demons, I might be able to guide you on how to control your powers, but you are not, so I'm truly sorry."
"what"
Hitsugaya Toshiro looked disappointed, then said in a low voice, "It was just wishful thinking on our part. We should be the ones apologizing."
Hinamori Momo, standing to the side, also felt a little disappointed, but she adjusted her mindset faster than Toshiro and soon had a smile back.
Actually, although it was Hinamori Momo who made the request, Toshiro's desire and expectation were even greater.
He could never forget that life-or-death crisis, and he was very grateful to the Shinigami captain named Aizen, because he almost had to say goodbye to Hinamori Momo forever.
At the same time, Aizen's younger brother's indifferent attitude also fueled his hatred.
He is not an unreasonable person.
Whether or not someone saves another is their own business, but purifying Hollows is the duty of a Shinigami. That... Aizen Senzaemon 17 clearly had the ability to save them but chose to turn a blind eye, and the fact that Hinamori Momo almost died was enough to suffocate him with despair, making him unable to help but vent his anger on that guy.
This is a fundamental flaw inherent in humans, and indeed in most intelligent life forms.
When faced with injustice, if someone with the ability to help you chooses to watch you fall into the abyss, even if that person has nothing to do with the incident, they will still be resented.
Some people are kind-hearted and may be able to restrain their selfishness, but if someone has a reason to act but doesn't, it gives such people a reason to feel justified in hating and being dissatisfied.
The second scenario involves only a very small number of selfless, even foolish, "idiots."
Only then can one take things calmly.
Toshiro Hitsugaya isn't exactly a saint, but he's not overly selfish either, so he doesn't fall into the first category.
But the previous situation happened to fall into the second category.
Toshiro Hitsugaya, who already disliked the Grim Reaper, suddenly felt even worse about him.
He needed power, but he didn't want to become a Grim Reaper, a role he disliked, so he was secretly delighted when he learned that Kiyohime was willing to teach them.
"Aren't you wandering souls supposed to become Grim Reapers?"
Kiyohime hesitated at the opportune moment.
"This"
Momo Hinamori and Toshiro exchanged a glance, neither able to answer for a moment.
The former's view of the Grim Reaper wasn't so bad; she just didn't have a good impression of that... Aizen Senzaemon. However, she was well aware of Toshiro's aversion to the Grim Reaper.
Given this situation, the two fell into a long, awkward silence.
"Never mind, don't bother saying anything difficult."
Kiyohime kindly broke the awkward silence, then smiled after a moment's thought: "Although I don't know why you're unwilling to learn how to become Shinigami, it's your private matter, so I won't pry."
If you really want to become stronger, I may not have a good way, but besides special abilities, I also have decent knife and sword skills.
"I can teach you the techniques if you're willing to learn."
Hitsugaya Toshiro paused for a moment, and after several seconds of confirming that he hadn't misheard, he couldn't help but feel that heaven was still looking out for him.
Despite her best efforts to suppress her excitement, Dong, who was still a child at heart, couldn't hide her joy.
"Very good!"
Hinamori Momo, in particular, doesn't suppress her natural joy.
Kiyohime gently waved her fan, her fair hand covering the corner of her mouth with the fan, only the deep smile between her brows and eyes could be seen.
They decided to teach them swordsmanship.
This wasn't a decision, but rather a roundabout strategy Aizen chose after observing problems with her progress not long ago.
Becoming the Grim Reaper is something these two kids can't accomplish right now, so we can't waste the time.
In Aizen's view, not becoming a Shinigami does not mean one cannot become stronger.
The latter two techniques, Slash Fist Demon Walk and Slash Fist Demon Walk, are unique to Shinigami (Death Gods), and even Kiyohime herself doesn't know them.
*Fist, fist, fist, I'll punch you!* Kiyohime's clumsy "woman's self-defense technique."
Let's not mislead young people.
Since they'll have to learn swordsmanship anyway when they become Grim Reapers, they might as well start learning now.
Moreover, one should not underestimate him based solely on his swordsmanship.
Look at that crazy guy in the Zaraki Ward who's always looking for a fight. Even though he couldn't beat Unohana, he'll still be a pretty awesome captain after all.
They don't know Kido, they can't unleash their Zanpakuto, and they became one of the five Special Rank Fighters by just blindly hacking and being fearless.
No matter how high Kenpachi Zaraki's spiritual pressure is, it can't surpass Aizen and Yamamoto's. At least Hitsugaya's talent in this area is no less than Kenpachi Zaraki's.