Chapter 143 142: My Fifth Division

After yesterday's conversation, Arima Shizu also returned to the fifth team's team building.

Because I have been here for an internship for a period of time before, I naturally don’t feel unfamiliar now.

——Even the room assigned to me is the same one as before.

Looking at the old tatami layout and various familiar arrangements inside, Shizuo Arima couldn't help but sigh.

After going round and round, I finally came back here.

Recalling his experience some time ago, the Gotei 13 had gone around in circles, and now he was almost halfway there.

A place as luxurious as the 6th Division and as grand as the 2nd Division can be regarded as an experience... In comparison, the 5th Division's team building can indeed be called 'shabby'.

But there is a saying that goes well, dogs don’t think the family is poor, so why would Arima Shizuya feel that the environment is shabby?

I also struggled to get through in the homeless streets, but this little hardship was not a problem at all.

After groping around in this very typical Japanese-style room for a while, Arima Shizuya finally opened the sliding door of the closet.

There are clean bedding and toiletries inside. Although you can bring these things by yourself, the quality of the things arranged in the squad is not bad...

It's okay to save a little bit.

After all, the debt I owed for giving gifts to the prison master has not been paid yet.

So, what is the trap of consumerism (tactical retreat)

After spreading these things out, Arima Shizuya was just about to tidy them up briefly when he heard a short knock on the door from outside.

On the first day of registration, who else would come to see me specially?

Feeling strange in his heart, Arima Shizuo pushed the door open and walked out.

Standing outside was a team member with a rather respectful expression. He was looking at Arima Shizuya and smiling.

"Mr. Arima, it's our first time meeting you. I'm Shimo Susuda Shinnoshin."

"Hello, this is our first time meeting you..."

"Because I just got permission from Captain Hirako, there have been some adjustments regarding the location of your dormitory. I wonder if it's convenient for you now..."

Well? Change dormitory?

Although it is a bit inexplicable, it is not unacceptable.

After all, we are all members of the fifth team, and obeying the leadership's instructions is now a necessary step.

"Please lead the way."

The opponent took half a step back, gave up his position, and made a 'please' gesture.

"I'm here to invite you."

He picked up his own outfit smoothly, carrying a large bag on his shoulders and a small bag in his hand. Arima Shizu also followed behind him.

The team building is a rather old courtyard area, and the rooms are not connected to each other, so Arima Shizuya doesn't know where the 'destination' is.

Just like that, we followed him all the way to a strange place.

Arima Shizu also discovered that there were not many rooms nearby, and the decoration also seemed to be quite sophisticated.

Why? It seemed like we had come to a rather extraordinary place... Before my thoughts could settle down, a familiar figure walked out from the side.

"Hey, why are you here so late?"

Mako Hirako changed into pajamas and stood on the corridor with a lazy expression.

Suzada Shinzuki took a half step back, squatted down respectfully, and showed an embarrassed expression.

"Because I didn't know the relationship between Arima-kun's room, it took me a while..."

"It's okay~ I'm not holding you responsible. Okay, go back and rest early. You've worked hard today."

After sending the other party away, Hirako Mako walked forward slowly, playfully patted Arima Shizuya on the shoulder.

"I told you before, right? I want to train you to become a deputy team leader. So..."

Since the ability is so outstanding.

Naturally, the treatment and specifications also have to keep up.

"You should live next to me, so that I can call you directly when I have something to do in the future."

……Why?

Sleeping directly next to the boss?

I always feel so awkward. Can you start with something simple?

"In addition, there are some things I need you to know in advance. Let's continue."

Arima Shizu also took the cloth bag that was thrown high, and when he opened it, he found that it was full of strange manuals.

"Fifth Division Activity Guide"

"To understand other people's hearts, start by reading the air!" 》

"How to navigate interpersonal relationships with ease"

"One Hundred Ways to Maintain Hair"

…

Always feel like something weird is mixed in?

"Um, Captain Hirako?"

"Don't ask too much, just take a look during your break. These are things I think you need to know. You must trust my intuition in this regard."

As if to remind Arima Shizuya, Hirako Mako took advantage of the situation and added with a smile.

"In addition, in order to determine your progress, I will also check your reading progress from time to time, so don't fall behind~"

ha?

Unexpectedly, I just graduated from the college and started to 'study' again in the blink of an eye.

There is no end to learning...

Although he wanted to say something, the other party had already snatched the "Hair Care" before he could say anything.

"Ahaha, it seems like there's something strange mixed in there... Don't worry about it!"

Then what else can Ma Jing say?

After laughing twice, he could only hold the books in front of him and nod slightly.

"Chengzhi."

…

The new room is indeed much more luxurious than before.

Not only is there a special area for meeting guests, but also a small courtyard, and the bathroom is separated into dry and wet areas.

This design seems quite normal in later generations, but now it is placed in this feudal background, which makes people feel a lot of emotion.

Speaking of which.

‘When the prison master was in the original work, there was indeed a small courtyard next to the living room? ’

Although there are countless rooms and mansions of the same style in the Soul Society, considering that the prison master himself does not pursue material things.

It is very likely that after successfully taking the position, he did not choose to move the team site or anything.

‘So this may be the place where the prison master stayed in the original line? ’

Slightly emotional.

Turning his head to the side, Arima Jing also looked at the bright moon outside the window and couldn't help but sigh.

Now that I think about it carefully, my college life is only a few years... Now that I have graduated, I look back.

I am also full of emotion.

But no matter how much the emotions in her heart surged, Arima Shizuka didn't feel pity or regret at the moment.

After all, the past is set, and only the future is worth looking forward to.

And this is just a new beginning.

...

"Captain Hirako, good morning."

Rubbing his sleepy eyes, Hirako Mako responded tiredly, and his whole body curled up like a young maggot.

He looks so listless, is this guy like this in the team on weekdays?

"Oh, good morning..."

Although he is the captain, he exudes a sense of laziness from inside to outside.

Judging from his words and deeds, I'm afraid that Hirako Mako is usually a more "sloppy" image.

"I'll go wash up first, and you should get ready. Ah... By the way, go to the office and wait for me first, we have some people to meet later."

Before Arima Shizuka spoke, the other party had already arranged the schedule.

Although somewhat nervous.

But this is better than wandering around like an idler, right?

Comforting herself like this, Arima Shizuka also retreated in response, and waited until an hour later.

——Then.

"Question one."

"As a qualified member of the Fifth Division, what should you do when you receive a distress signal?"

Standing in the office, Arima Shizuka also pondered for a moment and said in a tentative tone.

"Directly provide assistance?"

In response to this uncertainty, Hirako Mako raised her pointer without raising her head, and slapped the other person's arm.

Snap!

"Wrong!"

Hiss...

"It hurts!"

"Then remember it well!"

Speaking with a tone of regret, Hirako Mako, wearing a haori, stood aside, with a rather speechless expression on her face.

It was as if she was using her face to say, "Can't you do such a simple thing?"

"As members of the Fifth Division, we are independent individuals outside of various organizations."

"That's why we can't act casually and easily deal with problems with others."

"After all, we can't rule out the possibility that the intelligence is wrong. At the same time, when providing help, we must also pay attention to our own safety."

Taking the pointer on the desk in the office, Hirako Mako's tone was prolonged, and it was rare to have a sense of seriousness.

"Do you understand? It's true that we are going to save people. But before that, we must ensure our own safety first."

So.

"We must insist and abide by two regulations."

"First, we are not the Third Division. Because we are not good at fighting, we usually rarely provide combat help. So we must be patient and pay special attention not to act casually."

"Second..."

Hirako Mako was silent for a moment. He looked at Arima Shizuya in front of him and raised his left hand to point at him.

"Tell me, what is the second point."

It's so difficult...

Arima Shizuya's eyes drifted to the ceiling unnaturally.

——I just received the outline of the 5th Division Operation Guide yesterday.

Have you already started the in-class test today? Or is it the kind that requires you to recite directly? I thought the so-called "future" would take at least a few months...

Oh my god, what a fool.

How can I finish reading more than 150 pages?

Besides, since you are going to do this today, can't you give me a heads-up in advance so that I can prepare more? Isn't this kind of action just to mess with people's mentality?

I wanted to complain, but looking at the pointer in the other party's hand, Arima Shizuya finally decided to try to struggle.

"Second, the second point is..."

"Based on the other party's style of action, assist the party seeking help..."

"Then launch a series of rescue operations?"

The atmosphere was slightly silent, and Hirako Mako just stared at Arima Shizuya calmly.

It was not until two breaths of pause that the person involved saw that the other party seemed to laugh faintly.

"Not bad, you can actually recite a little."

Relieved.

But at the same time, I felt a little strange.

"Um...what do you mean by being able to memorize something?"

"Because I'm prepared for you to 'not be able to answer anything'."

As he spoke, Hirako Mako raised the pointer in his hand, with a rather playful expression on his face.

"It must be common for the seniors in the team to teach the newcomers a lesson, right? To be honest, I'm ready to spank you more than ten times."

What a bad taste you have...

After choking in silence for a moment, Arima Shizuya looked at the other party and turned his back, walked around the desk and slowly sat down.

The expression on his face changed from relaxed to serious, and it only took a few breaths to pause.

"You must listen carefully to what I say next, Arima Shizuya."

"Because this is something I will emphasize to every soldier who joins the 5th Division."

"So, even if you are so special, there will be no exception in this matter."

I don't know if it was because of the other party's serious attitude, but simply because of the content, Arima Shizuya's consciousness was also highly concentrated at this moment.

He looked at the other party's body leaning forward slightly, and said in a serious tone.

"The Fifth Division is a rescue team, which means that by the time we appear, the situation is already urgent to a certain extent."

"When we appear at this time, we should be partners who support and care for each other. Because of this, the members of our Fifth Division have always been regarded as helpers."

So...

"It will definitely be highly anticipated."

Hirako Mako pursed his lips for a moment, his eyes dropped downward, as if he was sighing about something.

So much so that the expression on his face became a little dull.

"Facing an opponent that he cannot stand up to, and an injury that cannot be healed."

"This kind of despair can easily devour a person's heart, and the reinforcements that come at this time are like hope for everyone."

"So far, is there anything you don't understand?"

Given the thoughtful time to think, Arima Jing didn't hesitate to think carefully for a while.

And roughly understood the other party's intentions.

"Basically, there is no problem."

"Then can you summarize it in your own words?"

"Ahaha... Captain Hirako is very good at making things difficult for people..."

"Shouldn't it be called 'very good at training people' at this time?"

He is quite good at flattering himself.

After thinking for a while, Arima Shizuka also answered.

"Because I specialize in support, I can be slick and slack on weekdays."

"But after entering the working state, I must go all out and do my best."

"Only in this way can I live up to the name of the Fifth Division."

Hirako Mako chuckled and showed a subtle smile for some unknown reason.

"I knew you would think so."

"...Hmm?"

"There is indeed one thing I want to express, but there are more other things."

Hirako Mako placed his hands on the table, and his expression was calm and peaceful.

"I hope that the people of our Fifth Division can always maintain a normal critical mind."

"Don't do things that are too reluctant because of the responsibility of the Fifth Division, and waste the most precious lives in unnecessary places."

"It doesn't matter how others look at us, the most important thing is to make the most accurate judgment. We are not omnipotent, so naturally we can't expect any changes to happen after rescue."

"Human power is ultimately a very limited thing."

Choosing the words carefully, Mako Hirako looked directly into Arima Shizuya's eyes and spoke slowly at this moment.

"Remember this, Arima Shizuya."

"We are a rescue team. We don't have the advanced means of the medical team, nor the fiery fighting spirit of the 11th Division."

"So, we are the glue."

"It's not hope, nor is it something mysterious... We are also ordinary soldiers. Don't put yourself under inexplicable pressure."

"Just do your job, that's enough."

"Ah, speaking of this, my thoughts in this regard are indeed somewhat different from those of the previous captains of the 5th Division."

"But... well. Anyway, it's all for the Soul Society, so this is enough, isn't it?"

Hirako Mako raised the corners of her mouth, revealing her signature playful smile at the end.

"In short, don't waste this hard-earned life, brat~"