Chapter 146 145: Complete Silence

Emergency.

This kind of thing is generally used to describe special events that are out of control, unknown, and even unknown.

Usually, the captain-general needs to participate in decision-making, and everyone in the company votes and votes before it can be implemented.

Arima Shizuya respectfully put the file bag in his hand back in place and placed it on the table, while speaking in a calm tone.

"If we want to trace it back, the first one is the disappearance of souls that occurred ten years ago."

"Although it disappeared for a while during this period, it seems to have reappeared recently."

"Captain Urahara, do you have any specific clues about this?"

Arima Shizuya calmly described the incident, and Mako Hirako beside him slowly stepped forward and added at the right time.

"The general content is similar, but I have to add something..."

"The cases of soul disappearance that occurred before are quite special. Because those people's bodies disappeared directly, but they left behind clothes and things they carried with them."

Putting his right hand on the wooden table, Hirako Mako calmly looked at Urahara Kisuke and said in a low voice.

"As we all know, everything in Soul Society is made of spirit particles, even clothes."

"Generally speaking, if there is really an emergency, it should not be a situation where only clothes are left in place."

"This looks like... it's just like the body of the wandering soul suddenly has some uncontrollable problems."

Urahara Kisuke showed a thoughtful expression, and Hiyori, who was fidgeting next to him, interrupted directly.

"Wasn't it killed by the hollow?"

"It's different."

The one who responded was Arima Shizuya.

"It's true that the hollow's desire to eat is physical, but it will never be gentle enough to handle it with care..."

Describe it briefly.

"Have you ever seen a wild animal peeling its skin before eating?"

"..."

Because this description is too appropriate, it makes Hiyori speechless.

In the end, he could only make a pale response.

"Stop making so much noise! ​​I know all this too!"

"Oh~ I was too nosy."

Hirako Mako looked in the direction of the two people unhappily and shouted at this moment.

"You two, this is in front of the captain anyway, so restrain yourself a little."

Arima Shizuka also shrugged, and Hiyori muttered a few words without caring.

"What does it matter~ Anyway, one or two of them are bald..."

It should be said that this guy's sense of relaxation is really not covered.

But this is probably because everyone present is familiar with each other, so he behaves so carelessly.

He is the type who will show his timidity when he is outside.

However, this also gives Urahara Kisuke enough time to think. He carefully browsed the contents inside and said thoughtfully.

"I understand the general content, but... this shouldn't be called an emergency, right?"

After all, the disappearance of the wandering souls has occurred more than ten years ago. Although there were reports and various investigations at the time.

But in the end, due to limited information, it ended in failure.

Although it may be a bit rude, it is definitely not worth making a fuss just because of the disappearance of the wanderers.

Hirako Mako hummed lightly and gave information other than intelligence.

"Three days ago, the 9th Division received intelligence information in this regard and assigned ten soldiers to investigate at that time."

"But no news was sent back, and the ten soldiers had no contact within 24 hours."

"It is currently entering the missing report stage."

Urahara Kisuke frowned slightly and couldn't help but hummed.

"Ten soldiers..."

If it was reported as a missing incident, it would indeed be enough to be included in the notification information, allowing the 13th Division to participate in the discussion and make a decision.

But it still did not reach the level of causing an "emergency".

So.

Here, Mako Hirako made the final supplement.

"Yesterday, the captain of the 9th Division, Kensei Rokuguruma, and his vice-captain and chief officer all rushed over."

"Twenty-one hours have passed so far."

"But there is still no news. Isn't it strange?"

From the perspective of facts, it is indeed subtle.

After all, he is a captain-level figure. Even if he goes out to investigate in person, he should not encounter any accidents.

The act of losing contact itself means a lot of information and content.

"But, captain of the 9th Division, Kensei Rokuguruma's spiritual pressure has not disappeared, right?"

Considering the content on this level, Urahara Kisuke thought that the situation was not that urgent.

Mako Hirako nodded without comment at this moment.

"I understand, so I asked your Technology Development Bureau to assign a few people to go over there, which should be able to help a little."

I see.

Because it is not certain whether he was killed, it is better to avoid escalating the situation without authorization... This kind of thing is better to avoid as much as possible.

"So this is the plan from the beginning, Captain Hirako."

The yellow-haired captain snorted softly, but his expression was still solemn.

"After all, you are a smart person, so you should understand my intentions, right?"

People always compromise, rather than letting the situation worsen directly, so much that it makes Team Thirteen nervous.

At this time, it is better to reduce the level of the disturbance as much as possible and resolve it within the limits.

After all, this is also the responsibility of the captain.

Thinking of this, Urahara Kisuke turned to look at Hiyori aside.

Before he could say anything, the yellow-haired kid yelled "Oh" and jumped down from the chair.

"Put it on me!"

"...You're not usually so active."

"After all, we are working with Nasty Mako, so you don't have to worry too much!"

Seeing this guy cheerfully go to the room to get the Zanpakutō, Urahara Kisuke's expression became a little helpless.

I always felt like something wasn't quite right, but I couldn't put my finger on it.

But... this arrangement should be right.

"Then I'll leave it to you to be my vice-captain, Captain Hirako."

"It goes without saying that I will do the same~"

Urahara Kisuke turned to the side and said with a smile again.

"Arima-kun, that guy Hiyori is not good with words. Please bear with me if I offend you."

Why does it feel like an old father asking his daughter to go out?

Arima Jing also laughed twice, nodded and said softly.

"Well, I'll do my best."

After walking out of the twelfth division, Hiyori couldn't wait to set off on the road.

"Hey! So where did that guy from Quanxi disappear?"

Mako Hirako scratched the back of his head and sounded helpless.

"In the relatively remote homeless street, it will take a while...don't be too anxious."

"Huh?! But your tone just now sounded very anxious!"

"Otherwise, how can you get your captain to let go?"

"You bald man, don't treat my captain as a fool!"

Seeing that the two people were already struggling together, Arima Shizuku couldn't help but sigh.

Not just for the status quo.

Also because of the current situation.

Things have changed somewhat, and the most obvious one...is that guy Dong Xian.

His performance now is much more radical than in the original work.

‘The original plot was that Rokukar Kensai set out with everyone to kill the troublemaker Kyon and save Shubei. ’

‘Afterwards, Kunan Bai discovered the missing members and realized that the problem was serious. ’

‘Myself and my deputy, Dongxian, stayed behind while the others turned back to ask for help. ’

Although there are some slight differences, the general flow is the same.

However, the situation this time is obviously different - I don't know if it is because of Ichimaru Gin joining, but the blind brother has become a lot more irritable.

Almost on his own initiative, he killed the few members of the Ninth Division who were originally going to report.

This also resulted in the complete inability of information to flow out, and the information between the two parties was completely unequal.

They are still waiting for support.

I don’t know what the specific situation is here.

The prison master behaved quite normally towards this operation, and basically had no intention of intervening...

Perhaps the original intention was to test the level of the people under his command?

Although he didn't know the reason, Arima Shizuya didn't want to deviate too much from these experiences.

After all, the virtualization incident itself has a certain amount of 'coincidence' in it. If the incident is too exaggerated, Old Man Shan will be provoked.

Wouldn't that mean it's completely over?

So at this time, Arima Shizu also gave full play to his subjective initiative.

Try to pass your own 'investigation', and then let Hirako Mako contact other captains to exchange information.

And now...

Seeing the 'expected' Hiyori competing with Captain Hirako, Arima Shizuya couldn't help but sigh at this moment.

Historical inertia does exist.

No, maybe I should say...

‘The fact that the plot has such an arrangement has its own significance. ’

Urahara Kisuke knew about the existence of Hirako Mako's clique, and so did Mr. Yamamoto.

Therefore, after learning that Liuche Quanxi was in danger, the team configuration given by Old Man Shan mostly included people who had some relationship with Quanxi.

This not only takes into account the interpersonal relationships between each other, but also takes into account the internal security of Seireitei.

After all, the person who easily suppressed Liu Che Quan Xi has not shown up yet.

If you let your guard down like this, you might be taken advantage of - it can only be said that in this situation of "the enemy is in the dark and we are in the clear", the Gotei 13 team's handling method is indeed quite awkward.

"Then I'll set off first, Pingzi Baldhead!"

"Call me captain properly, you bastard..."

Although he was full of flaws, looking at the other party's eager expression, Hirako Mako finally said helplessly.

"Be careful on the road. If you encounter a situation that you cannot handle, remember to proceed with caution...wait for support!"

The words are not finished yet.

Hiyori had already run away.

Looking at the other party's eager back, Mako Hirako clicked his tongue, with an indescribable sense of solemnity on his expression.

Although everything has been arranged in place, I don't know why, but I always feel quite uneasy at the moment.

He raised his right hand and pressed it on his chest.

Feeling her breathing change from rapid to gentle, Hirako Mako turned her eyes and looked up at the sky.

It was as if some invisible giant was slowly squirming and pressing towards him.

The unspeakable tension felt like a lump in my throat.

"team leader?"

Arima Shizuya's voice came from beside him, which brought Hirako Mako back to his senses slightly.

He half-turned his head and saw the concerned expression on the other party's face. At this moment, he steeled himself a bit... and showed a forced smile.

"Sorry, I just thought of something unnecessary."

Arima Shizuya's expression was as usual. He imitated Hirako Mako's actions and looked up to the sky for a moment.

The clouds are very thick.

Not only are they densely covered in it, but you can also see strands of electric light flashing and swimming in it.

"Later...it will probably rain heavily too."

Hirako Mako laughed without any trace and said in a teasing tone.

"Then you have to bring an umbrella."

Although they didn't get along for too long, the two of them felt somewhat comfortable with this level of secret words and communication.

I simply sorted out my mood and adjusted my expression.

Arima Shizuya asked tentatively at this moment.

"Speaking of which, Captain Hirako... do you think this matter is really that complicated?"

The person involved pondered noncommittally for a moment and then spoke slowly.

"I don't know...but the strength of that guy in Quanxi is not simple. It shouldn't be difficult to deal with these simple things."

Not only because they are relatives and friends of each other, they can clearly know each other's strength.

Also because...

"That guy is also the serious captain of the Gotei 13."

I see.

This trust is truly appreciated.

If possible, I also hope that you can succeed - Arima Shizuya sighed from the bottom of his heart at this moment.

…

when! when! when!

"Don't be stunned, hurry up and gather everyone!"

"Hurry up, verify the information again, and upload it after making sure it is correct!"

"You have to be responsible. If you make a false alarm at this time, something will happen."

Above the security post.

A warning gong sounded.

The melodious and short echoes spread all around the Seireitei, making all the Shinigami still at their posts feel a sense of urgency called 'urgency' at this moment.

The entire Seireitei needs to be on alert for this. What exactly happened?

In the first team building.

Hold the dossier and the latest first-hand information.

Chojiro walked through it with a solemn expression. While maintaining the lowest degree of reserve, he had achieved his goal of moving forward at full speed.

Until the door.

Without stopping for much longer, he reached out and pushed the door open.

"Excuse me!"

Amidst the confident shouts, all the captains present in the conference room focused their attention at this moment.

"First-hand information has been verified and confirmed."

"Captain of the Ninth Division, Rokusha Kensai, the spiritual pressure has been determined..."

"Complete silence about half an hour ago."