Bleach Swordsman of Kusajishi

Chapter 73: Return

Huh? The moment Suzuki Kusu finally opened her eyes, the scene that unfolded before she fainted earlier flashed in her mind. Hollow, blood, death, fear and Captain Kimura!

Captain! When Suzuki Kusu remembered that Muyang was also there, she immediately called out his name while looking for him frantically.

Im here. Muyang softly said as he knelt down and smiled at Suzuki Kusu.

Thank god youre here, Captain. Suzuki Kusu said out of relief. When she saw Muyang smiling gently at her, a tear fell down the corners of her eyes.

Im sorry, Im late. Muyang apologetically said when he saw a tear rolled down the corner of Suzuki Kusus eyes. Twenty-four of his Division Members died, while one of them was traumatized because he made a wrong decision. Although what happened this time couldnt be helped as he got the wrong information, it was also partly because of his own incompetence.

Dont say that, Captain. Hadnt you come, none of us will survive, and there will be no way to avenge our fallen comrades.-By the way, what about the Hollow?

It took Suzuki Kusu a while before she finally remembered the cause behind this tragedy because she was just so glad to see Muyang. However, she did vaguely remember that Muyang mopped the floor with that Hollow right before she lost consciousness.

I finished him off, so dont worry about it anymore. Muyangs eyes flash with hatred. The grudge he felt toward that Hollow wouldnt disappear even after killing him 20 times.

crackle crackle ~

The firewood was burning in front of them. The atmosphere was quite romantic, and Suzuki Kusus complexion changed.

Captain.

Hm?

You can Suzuki Kusu grabbed the hem of Muyangs Shihakusho with a flushed face and bashful eyes.

Captain Kimura!

Captain!

Kimura!

Kyraku suddenly showed up with Yoruichi and Hirako Shinji, interrupting Suzuki Kusu.

Captain Kyraku! Muyang immediately stood up and turned towards the group that just arrived, Shinji, Yoruichi, why are you here?

Thats my line. You ran off here without saying a word. Old man Yama was pretty mad and sent us to check on you. Kyraku said as he glanced around, But it seems theres no need for us to come after all.

Old man Yama did? Muyang then turned at Hirako Shinji, Shinji, didnt I ask you to explain the circumstances to Captain-Commander?

Hirako Shinji turned pale: I did, but Captain-Commander said youd be held accountable for this one.

Good grief After hearing Hirako Shinjis answer, Muyang felt helpless. That was basically the same as not explaining anything, and now he had to explain himself to Old Yamamoto.

Youve taken care of the Hollow? Yoruichi asked after noticing a pool of blood on the ground.

Well, yeah.

How many of them are there?

One .

One? Yoruichi glanced at the large pool of blood on the ground. There was no way that was the amount of blood from killing one Hollow. She mightve believed it if Muyang said there were dozens of them, but one was simply unbelievable.

Yoruichi and Kyraku looked at each other. They had their suspicions about what happened, but they didnt want to say it out loud.

Is she the only survivor? Kyraku asked Muyang and glanced at Suzuki Kusu. However, he saw Suzuki Kusu was glaring at him. He did recall that the Suzuki Kusu was the talented girl Muyang recruited when they visited the academy last time, but he didnt recall doing anything thatd make her angry. He just shook his head helplessly as he thought of himself as someone who always respected a lady, so Suzuki Kusus hateful glare left him confused.

Shes the only survivor, while the rest 24 Division Members died at the hands of the Hollow, and its all the mistake on my part, Muyang said, clenching his fists.

Dont blame yourself too much. Its not your fault, Kyraku gave Muyang a pat on the shoulder. There are too many unexpected factors that happened this time. Your decision itself is not wrong. Its just that even us Shinigami have our own limits, and its not something you can do about.

Moreover, dying in the battle with Hollow is our longlife goal as a Shinigami, so dont trample on your mens resolve.

Muyang just stood there and took in the meaning behind Kyrakus words.

Okay, since everything is taken care of, we should head back. Old Yamamoto is still waiting for our report, and Kimura, get ready for Old man Yamas good ol lecture. Kyraku chuckled and winked at Muyang.

Oh my god! Muyang face-palmed. He finally remembered how boring Yamamotos long lecture could be!

Youre still injured. Let me carry you on my back. Muyang said after glancing at Suzuki Kusus injury.

Yes! Suzuki Kusu nodded his head gently and leaned onto Muyangs back.

Hmm? Kyraku noticed Suzuki Kusus bashful face, and it finally hit him. No wonder that little girl was so hostile at him earlier. It was because he came at the worst possible time!

By the way, what were you saying earlier? Captain Kyraku came before you can finish your sentence earlier, right? Muyang suddenly asked on their way back.

No, its nothing. Suzuki Kusu shook her head slightly.

Suzuki Kusu laid her face on Muyangs back, and Muyangs smell relaxed her, giving her a peace of mind. Her Captains back was so warm that she didnt feel the need to say what she wanted to say earlier as long as she could enjoy this moment even a second longer.

Muyang just faintly smiled.

Noticing the smile on the corner of Muyangs mouth, Kyraku smiled knowingly.

I realy gotta hand it to you, though, Captain Kimura. Kyraku moved on to a new topic as he put away the smile on his face.

What do you mean?

It only took us a few minutes to catch up with you here after Lieutenant Hirako reporting the situation, and Captain Kimura actually defeated that Adjuchas in such a short time. Moreover, judging from the situation at the scene, the battle has been concluded for quite a while. Kyraku glanced at Muyang. Isnt that right, Captain Kimura?

Your observation really is something else, Captain Kyraku, no As expected of Captain Kyraku. Instead of accepting the compliment, Muyang praised Kyraku. However a Hollow of this leveld be defeated in an instant had it been up against you, Captain Kyraku.

Ah ha ha! Captain Kimura, you jest! An Adjuchas is almost as strong as a Captain. Theres no way I can defeat it that fast! You overestimate me.

Hehe. Muyang just chuckled without saying anything back. He knew how strong Kyraku really was, and an Adjuchas was clearly no match for him.

Here we are. Muyang stopped and said to the other three people: Go on without me. I will drop Suzuki at the 4th Division first and catch up with you guys later.

No, Captain. Suzuki Kusu lifted his head from behind Muyang. Ill head back to the barracks on my own.

But your injury Muyang hesitantly said.

Ive pretty much recovered during our way back. Dont worry about me, Captain! I can go back on my own right now. You should go and see Captain-Commander quickly.

Seeing that Suzuki Kusu indeed pretty much recovered already, Muyang nodded and let her go back on her own. Captain-Commander was already mad as it was after he rushed to the scene without order. If he were late again, he wouldnt get away so easily this time.

Lets go! Old Yamamoto should have sensed our Reiatsu. Kyraku pressed down his bamboo hat habitually and took the lead as they headed toward the 1st Division. Get ready, Kimura. Old man Yama is really hard to handle when hes angry.

Sigh, he shouldnt get mad over such trivial stuff. Muyang sighed, but he was a little calmer than earlier.

Well, even if Old man Yama doesnt say anything, those geezers in Central 46 may have their own opinion. Your absurdly fast promotion already arose dissatisfaction among so many people.

Tsk, those old geezers. Muyangs clicked his tongue when Kyraku mentioned Central 46. A group of stubborn and incompetent old men. Since he was a Captain now, he had to answer to those incompetent old men.

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