Looking at the horrifying scene in front of them, the Captains couldn't help but be amazed.
Countless sharp blades, like a torrential rain, bombarded Tokikaze, seemingly trying to completely drown him.
But at the moment his Reiatsu erupted, blocking all the incoming blade raining at him.
Even Tosen was shocked by the scene before him.
No one understood better than him the destructive power of his technique earlier.
Even an Adjuchas would lose their limbs from that technique, and Tosen had personally tested it.
However, in front of Tokikaze's Reiatsu pillars, it was utterly useless.
"Oh my, how terrifying!"
Kyōraku Shunsui mumbled indistinctly, "Such a level of Reiatsu is already at the Captain level!"
A hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, clearly taken aback by Tokikaze's performance.
As one of the senior Captains in the Soul Society, Kyōraku Shunsui had met many talented Soul Reapers.
But compared to Tokikaze, they seemed to be in completely different leagues.
Even the one who married into Kuchiki Family some time ago was no different.
Just a reminder, it only took Tokikaze only took three years to graduate from the Shin'o Academy only three years ago.
Even a senior Captain like Kyoraku thought so, let alone the newly appointed ones.
Soifon's petite face was full of seriousness, and her sharp gaze was firmly locked on Tokikaze.
Even Aizen was genuinely in disbelief at this moment.
Only Komamura Sajin's expression was undiscernable because of the mask.
Tosen's full-powered strike was ineffective, and the blades turned to dust because of Tokikaze's Reiatsu.
Tokikaze gripped the hilt with his right hand, gently stroking the blade with his left hand, and ripples of light circled out from him.
He had already roughly gauged Tosen's strength.
Now, it was the best time to end this battle, just as he said before.
This battle should end here.
Tosen became vigilant and immediately gathered his Reiatsu at an even faster speed.
Another massive pillar of light filled the training ground.
The already devastated field was directly crushed into pieces.
But right when he was the most cautious...
Tokikaze suddenly vanished.
"When did he..."
Tosen was suddenly shocked, and Tokikaze's Zanpakuto was already right in front of him.
Tokikaze's Shunpo speed was so fast that it even surpassed Tosen's Reiatsu sensor.
Seeing this scene, Soifon's eyes widened subconsciously, and a look of disbelief flashed deep in her pupils.
"Shihōin Family's secret Shunpo?!"
The Shunpo technique displayed by Tokikaze reminded her of the person she used to admire.
"Is it really…?"
Kyōraku Shunsui scratched the stubble on his chin and muttered, "If I remember correctly..."
"With Tokikaze's position as the heir of one of the Four Noble Houses, obtaining the information about the secret Shunpo shouldn't be difficult."
Hearing this, Soifon once again realized that Tokikaze was the heir of Tsunayashiro Family, the head of the Five Great Noble Houses.
Thinking of this, she gritted her teeth frustratingly.
She still found it hard to let go of that person who left without saying goodbye years ago.
Meanwhile, Tokikaze's Zanpakuto had torn apart Tosen's Reiatsu defense.
Tosen looked serious, raising his sword in reverse, attempting to defend against this attack.
However, something unexpected happened again.
Tokikaze's figure disappeared once again in front of him, and Tosen's sword only hit a remnant afterimage.
"Fourth step of the Shihōin - Utsusemi."
The indifferent voice appeared behind Tosen, and Tokikaze slowly sheathed his Zanpakutō.
Click.
The slight collision sound of the blade and the scabbard played the final note of this battle.
Pssskk—
Everyone stared in astonishment at Tosen, whose shihakuso was torn apart.
The sound of fabric tearing and flesh being cut intertwined, spewing out a dazzling splash of blood like blooming flowers.
Tosen staggered under his feet, kneeling down, and his momentum instantly waned.
On the other hand, Tokikaze remained calm and composed, as always.
It was as if he wasn't fighting at all.
Even his shihakuso remained untouched by even a speck of dust.
The gap in their strength was evident.
Tokikaze wasn't surprised by this at all.
After all, he was good in everything except for Reiatsu.
Easily overwhelming the current Tosen was an expected result.
As for the result of this assessment battle, the observing Captains weren't too surprised.
After all, Tokikaze had demonstrated how capable he was since he joined the Gotei 13.
Yamamoto Genryusai's slightly closed eyes slowly opened as he gazed at Tokikaze not far away, announcing in a deep voice:
"The assessment battle is over, and the winner is Tokikaze from Tsunayashiro Family."
The Captains nodded in agreement, acknowledging the outcome of the battle.
Only Aizen revealed a subtle trace of regret in his eyes as he looked at the training ground.
Soon after, he turned his gentle gaze towards Tokikaze, seemingly congratulating him.
Tokikaze, perhaps sensing Aizen's gaze, responded with a smile.
The atmosphere became harmonious and pleasant for a while.
Soon, the members of the 4th Division, under the guidance of Isane Kotetsu, took the heavily injured Tosen away from the training ground.
Observing the gaping wound on his chest, even Yamada Hanataro, who was accustomed to treating the wounded, couldn't help but be astonished.
"What a scary guy..."
He glanced at Tokikaze beside him, "I don't know why, but I always have a bad feeling about him."
Unconcerned about these gazes, Tokikaze focused on the system's new prompt after gaining Yamamoto Genryusai's acknowledgment.
[Achievement unlocked!]
[9th Division Disciplined Captain!]
[As the Captain of the Detention Unit, it is your duty to bring the criminals of the Soul Society into custody, creating a harmonious Soul Society!]
Looking at the screen in front of him, Tokikaze's smile became even more apparent.
He was quite satisfied with this so-called achievement.
From today onwards, a discipline Captain of the 9th Division was born.
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On the training ground.
The defeated Kaname Tosen was carried away by the 4th Division members. As much as he regretted this, he had to accept this reality.
The difference between him and Tokikaze was indeed too vast.
At this moment, another figure walked onto the training ground and approached Tokikaze.
It was a dignified elderly with scarf around his neck.
Tokikaze recognized the person before him with just one glance. He was the current Captain of the Sixth Division, Ginrei Kuchiki.
"It's truly impressive. In just three years since joining the Division, you've successfully risen to the position of Captain of the 9th Division," Ginrei Kuchiki praised. "Compared to Byakuya, you've come a long way."
Being members of the Four Great Noble Families, Tokikaze had interacted with this elder before.
They had met several times at Noble Family meetings.
"You're exaggerating, Captain Kuchiki," Tokikaze said with a slight smile, radiating warmth like the spring sun. "Byakuya is pretty strong as well."
Facing such a seasoned elder, he still held some respect.
As for Kuchiki Byakuya's strength, it should be at Captain-class by now.
Perhaps Ginrei Kuchiki would retire soon, handing over the position of head of the Family and Captain of the Sixth Division entirely to Byakuya.
"Haha, there's no need to be modest with me," Kuchiki Byakuya chuckled. "I'm well aware of Byakuya's strength, but he still has a long way to go before taking over the Family and Sixth Division."
Their banter attracted the attention of other Captains, and soon, they joined in.
After the round of compliments, the assessment battle came to an official close.
...
9th Division Barracks.
Upon returning to the barracks, Tokinada naturally went to the Captain's office.
The Captain's appointment ceremony required a few days of preparation, but Tokikaze had already adjusted to his new standing.
As a diligent Captain of the 9th Division, he needed to learn more about the Division's responsibilities and duties.
"Captain, these are the files you need to handle," a 9th Division member said as he stacked a mountain-like pile of paperwork on the desk.
Even though Tokikaze was tall, the paperwork completely blocked him.
Looking at the towering paperwork, Tokikaze squinted his eyes slightly, and the gentle smile on his face disappeared.
Was it normal to accumulate this many unprocessed case files in just three years of a Captain's absence?
Although he was the Third Seat prior to becoming a Captain, he had never touched a paperwork, whereas Kaname Tosen had been diligently working without ever asking for a leave.
Seemingly understanding Tokinada's confusion, the 9th Division member hastily explained, "These case files involve various Noble Families, Division Captains, and Officers, and as a Seated Officer, you don't have the authority to handle them."
Hearing this, Tokikaze nodded slightly.
He wasn't very familiar with the specific situation in Gotei 13.
But as a member of the Noble Families, no one understood the darkness hidden in there better than him.
The Soul Society was a place of strict hierarchy.
The Central 46 stood above Gotei 13, and the Four Great Noble Families were above the Central 46.
Otherwise, how could Tokinada Tsunayashiro escape punishment?
Any ordinary Soul Reaper would probably be confined to the Central Underground Great Prison for such a crime.
"Is that so?" Tokikaze reclined in the chair, stretched lazily, and reassured, "The last Captain must have a hard time dealing with those brainless idiots."
Hearing these disrespectful words, Toshimura Todo's heart skipped a beat.
If those nobles heard this, it would inevitably lead to another argument.
"Do not look at your Captain with such disrespectful eyes."
Tokinada had already immersed himself in the Captain's role. "Don't forget my surname."
"Tsunayashiro..."
Toshimura Todo silently said in his heart, and he instantly became silent.
He almost forgot that this newly appointed Captain was the heir of the Tsunayashiro Family!
Although his status as a noble was quite something, was this really good for the 9th Division?
Beneath Toshimura Todo's calm demeanor, various thoughts had already filled his head. As far as he knew, nobles came along with arrogance and disdain for regulations.
If Captain Tokikaze was like those nobles, or even in cahoot with them, then the Soul Society would truly see no glimpse of light.
Thinking to this point, Toshimura Todo seemed shaken.
Tokikaze didn't pay much attention to this "righteous" Soul Reaper but casually flipped through the towering paperwork.
"On March 7th, the lower noble Kusukawa monopolized the drinking water resources of 78th district in South Rukongai, causing a small-scale disturbance. It was resolved by the 11th Division, and Kusukawa Family was declared innocent."
"On March 10th, multiple lower Nobles united to attempt to divide the remaining assets of the surviving Rantogo Family. Unhandled."
"On June 16th, the 12th Division's Mayuri Kurotsuchi conducted a dangerous experiment, resulting in the deaths of 32 Soul Reapers and injuries to 14 others. Unhandled."
"On September 9th, the Seventh Seat Officer of the 6th Division, along with several Soul Reapers, went missing in 80th district North Rukongai. Unhandled."
...
As he casually read the paperwork, Tokikaze found many familiar terms.
Besides brief descriptions of the cases, the files also included more detailed analyses and summaries.
However, the solution boxes were completely blank.
"It's quite well-organized."
Tokinada closed the case file at random, closed his eyes slightly, and muttered, "Due to the previous Hollowfication incident, the Captain, Vice-Captain, the Fourth, Sixth, and Seventh Seat officers of the 9th Division were killed."
"Besides handling these paperworks, filling these vacancies is equally crucial."
Regarding the candidates for these positions, Tokikaze still had no idea.
In his opinion, although Kaname Tosen was quite capable, he was one of Aizen's subordinates.
Deceiving him would be one thing; if he were to stab others in the back secretly, it would be troublesome.
As for the Vice-Captain and similar positions, let's put them on hold for now.
"Well, let's handle a few simple cases first."
Tokikaze reached out and placed his hand on a specific case file, flipping it open. His index finger pointed to the ink-stained text.
Toshimura Todo widened his eyes, looking at the description on the case file, and suddenly felt a jolt in his heart.
"On November 11th, the Third Seat of the 11th Division, Ikkaku Madarame, trespasses the 9th Division's prison without authorization to challenge strong opponents, resulting in severe injuries to 17 prisoners..."
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