Chapter 199 198: Your Happiness

"It's a little surprising."

Arima Shizuya sighed softly. While placing his right hand on the table, he curled his index finger slightly and made a tapping motion.

"What do you mean?"

Ichimaru Gin stared calmly at the left and right sides, with a hint of melancholy on his face.

"You actually really agree with others or something..."

"Please don't make it sound like I'm an inhumane and mean person."

...isn't it?

Although he didn't complain directly, Arima Shizuya's eyes already showed similar emotions.

Ichimaru Gin sighed and turned his head, but the expression on his face was no longer as sharp as usual.

"I've been here for decades without realizing it..."

Arima Shizuya said cheerfully.

"You don't have to leave if you don't want to."

"But the notices have been distributed, and now everyone is ready to welcome the new vice-captain. If we change our minds at the last moment, it will really violate the principle of seriousness."

"Ahaha, it's okay, it's okay~ As a captain, it's normal to exercise some willful little powers occasionally."

Ichimaru Gin pursed his lips helplessly.

"After all these years, you still haven't changed at all..."

Arima Shizuya made a shrug gesture as if he was light-hearted.

"You are getting older, but you have to stay young at heart."

But you can't keep frowning just because you're worried.

Will squeeze out the hanging needle pattern.

"So, do you really have any plans to change your mind temporarily?"

"There is no reason to take back the water that was thrown out."

"That's it~"

"Then... let's get down to business, Captain Arima."

Ichimaru Gin touched his waist with one hand, and while touching the handle of the knife... his expression became serious.

"Since decades ago, you have been deliberately keeping me away from that man Aizen."

"At first, I just felt happy. I thought you had made relevant preparations and started preparing to report..."

"But that's not the case."

After pausing for a moment, staring at Arima Shizuya's half face turned sideways due to embarrassment, Ichimaru Gin's tone gradually became heavier.

"You just want me to stay away from that man."

Why?

Why do you still do this now?

From Ichimaru Gin's perspective, he naturally couldn't see the whole story clearly.

But it’s also because we can’t see all the flows.

Therefore, he can carry out corresponding 'reverse deduction'.

"Based on the available information, I can only make two unrealistic inferences."

"First, Captain Arima, you are ready to start the operation. But with my current strength, I am not enough to get involved in this matter."

Of course, this answer must be negative.

After all, nowadays, with all the calculations, there are not even three figures of Shinigami who can solve the swastika.

With this level of power, Ichimaru Gin believed that he would never be underestimated.

So according to this theory, now there is only the second possibility left.

"Secondly, this matter was not the man's will."

"But Captain Arima, what do you mean."

"You want to keep me away from those two people. What do you want to hide... Do you want to keep me away from danger?"

In the end, he even adopted an uncertain tone.

This in itself means that Ichimaru Gin's confidence in saying these words is very insufficient.

If it were normal times, he would definitely not be able to say these words - after all, he said something unclearly that he was not sure about.

This is also irresponsible in another sense.

But obviously for Ichimaru Gin at this moment, he seemed to have no desire to investigate the reason at all.

The former deputy captain of the fifth division took half a step forward at this moment.

While leaning forward slightly, he supported his hands on the table, and his expression became extremely serious.

"Captain Arima, please answer!"

Faced with such questioning, the person involved just grinned and laughed as usual.

"It's an interesting guess, but I didn't think about it that much~"

Now, just hearing these words, Ichimaru Gin has already realized that he can't ask anything.

Since Arima Shizuya had no intention of explaining, he himself had no point in pursuing the matter.

It seems like everything ends here?

There is a bit of unwillingness, but also a bit of sadness. Ichimaru Gin's mouth opened slightly, as if he wanted to continue asking...

Was planning to say something.

But Arima Shizuya reacted one step ahead.

After coughing twice, Quan seemed to have changed the subject, and Arima Shizu also said with a smile at this moment.

"Anyway, your work here is over for now, Silver. I'm very grateful for your efforts, so..."

No need to feel pressured.

Don't feel guilty either.

"Go to Division 10 and have a good rest, although I can't guarantee what will happen in the future."

"But at least from the current point of view..."

"It's more suitable for you to live on that peaceful and beautiful end."

The prison master's plan indeed involves all aspects, and if analyzed from the perspective of combat effectiveness, the more manpower the better.

but……

Arima Shizu doesn't think so either.

‘People always have the right to pursue happiness. ’

This should be the fairest thing to anyone.

For prison masters, pursuing the limit and challenging authority are their goals.

Apart from that, the man himself seemed to have no interest in anything else.

Dongxian Yao has also lost his true love in this life, and I am afraid he will never have any more joy or sorrow in this life.

For Blind Brother, I am afraid that there is nothing that can make him feel 'happiness' nowadays.

In comparison, Ichimaru Gin is a little different.

Arima Shizuya glanced aside with a calm expression. There was a clock hanging on the wall, making both parties aware that time was passing slowly.

"It's almost time, Silver."

"Rangiku should have already prepared your welcome ceremony."

"If we don't go there, there may be some unnecessary emotions over there."

right.

That's it.

Today's Ichimaru Gin is different from the one in the original work.

There is no need for him to hide his heart, let alone the pain of seeing his beloved separated from him.

After many years of getting along, Arima Shizuya can confidently say that - like Rangiku, he should be the person who understands Gin Ichimaru the best.

"Although I have taught you a lot, you are also a very outstanding person."

"No matter where you go, you will definitely shine, so I am also looking forward to it...what will your future achievements be."

"So...that's where you should go now, isn't it?"

There are very few normal people who can hang out with Aizen.

This theory is universal no matter who it is applied to.

After hearing these words, the expression on Ichimaru Gin's face became more tangled and uneasy.

He is not a dull man, quite the opposite.

Through these conversations, he was able to fully understand Arima Shizuya's intentions.

Or want to make a final struggle.

Although his tone weakened, he still spoke calmly.

"What about Captain Arima...where is your happiness?"

Arima Shizuya's smile froze slightly for a moment.

"Captain Arima hasn't been to the Fourth Division for a long time, right?"

"Kotetsu-senpai came to the Fifth Division some time ago, but because Captain Arima was not here, I used other excuses to excuse him."

"I can pursue my own happiness, but...Captain Arima..."

Words can't come out of my mouth.

After all, even to Ichimaru Gin, this kind of thing seems quite cruel.

Arima Shizuya is definitely not a meddler in nature. Even after getting along with him for these years, Ichimaru Gin can understand the other person's desire for stability.

What this guy is pursuing is definitely not to be number one in the world, or to be above ten thousand people.

What he might prefer is to drink some flower wine with Jingraku Shunsui when he has time.

Let's just briefly handle the so-called official duties and take some time to spend some time with Kotetsu Yuine.

An extremely ordinary pursuit of life.

He doesn't look like a strong man, but more like a middle-aged uncle who is content with the status quo.

But... isn't it essentially cruel to let such a person shoulder the so-called responsibility?

Arima Shizuya was silent for a long time.

He turned his gaze outward and pursed his lips in thought.

Is it because you don’t want to live as comfortably as you want? Did Shizuya Arima want to be walking on thin ice like this?

The answer is naturally no.

Because there is no one else to do it...so I can only find a way to deal with it myself.

There is no other way.

It wasn't until several pauses for breathing that he finally adjusted his state and mood completely.

And at this moment, he showed a forced smile.

"You are very careful, Silver."

"You've made great progress... Rangiku will definitely be happy if she knows about your changes."

"As for my words...well, of course there is happiness. But now it's far from the time when I can let go of everything."

There are still a few decades left.

After Kurosaki Ichigo is born, he will use this new wind to blow through the Three Realms to put everything back on track.

When that time comes, even Arima Shizu can let go of everything and enjoy life completely.

So until then.

"I still have things I need to finish."

Well, that's all.

Taking advantage of the conversation with Ichimaru Gin, Arima Shizuya briefly reviewed his original intentions.

Now the expression on his face is no longer blank.

"Okay, I don't want to emphasize any more unnecessary words... Yin, you know me, so don't say anything that will make us both feel embarrassed."

Time is running out, so give me a little more peace of mind while you're at it.

"Yin, we are all old friends, so I won't see you off."

"I'm going to take a short break..."

"Silver, let's go."

The majesty of being the captain was revealed at this moment. Ichimaru Gin seemed to want to say something, but looked at Arima Shizuya and slowly closed his eyes.

Until he huddled on the chair.

In the end, he chose silence.

After all, without Arima Shizu taking the initiative to speak, Ichimaru Gin couldn't find a reason even if he wanted to do something.

Can't find a way to help each other.

In the end, he could only lower his head with respect and speak in a slightly choked tone.

"I understand...Captain Arima."

The so-called one step and three steps back is nothing more than this.

Until he reached the door, he saw that Arima Shizuya had turned her head slightly and did not respond any more.

Ichimaru Gin bowed slightly and retreated to the door respectfully and carefully.

Holding the door handle, he stood still in the corridor of the 5th Division's barracks, as if he could not let go for a long time.

The afternoon sun shone on the death suit, and the black dress seemed to swallow the light, making Ichimaru Gin's temperament become much gloomier.

Is it really right for me to do this?

Is it really good for me to pursue happiness like this?

What is the answer, Ichimaru Gin naturally has a conclusion in his heart. But when he thought about the current comfort, it was built on the efforts of Arima Shizuya.

Ichimaru Gin found that no matter what, he could not show that kind of relaxed smile.

Taking a deep breath, Ichimaru Gin finally dragged his feet and turned to the vice-captain's office next door without saying a word.

The layout inside was still familiar.

After all, it was only the first day since he left office, and the other party had no time to make corresponding adjustments and arrangements.

At this moment, Momo Hinamori, who was sitting in her seat and staring at a pile of documents, came back to her senses slightly.

Seeing Ichimaru Gin walk into the room, Momo Hinamori stood up suddenly.

"Ichi, Ichimaru Gin Senior!"

Pulling his right hand to his mouth, Ichimaru Gin made a gesture to keep quiet.

"Keep your voice down, Captain Arima is resting."

"......?!"

Momo Hinamori raised both hands in response and covered her mouth very cooperatively.

The highlight was that she listened to advice.

The two of them exchanged glances for a while at this moment, and Momo Hinamori's confusion also emerged.

So is there something that has not been explained clearly, and he needs to come again in person?

Thinking.

She saw Ichimaru Gin slowly walking forward, while raising his hand and pointing to the side.

"In the cabinet against the wall, there is a hangover medicine in the third layer from the top."

"Captain Arima likes to drink wine with Kyoraku Shunsui of the 8th Division, but this guy can't drink much, so he is often sent back to the squad room in a mess."

"There are also prepared beddings in the cabinet inside... Sometimes Captain Arima will spend the night directly in the office."

"Remember to help bring a bed over when the time comes."

"Also, remember to dry it regularly, otherwise it will look very unprofessional if it smells moldy."

The words were very fragmented.

Even Ichimaru Gin was a little confused about what he was talking about.

But his mouth just moved on its own - after all, he was not unfamiliar with these things, all of which were things he had done before.

Hinamori Momo was confused at the beginning, until she became serious, and finally made corresponding records with her notebook.

The two sides did not need extra communication, and had reached a consensus at this moment.

After everything was over, Ichimaru Gin was silent for a moment.

Then he said softly.

"Yesterday I explained the work content, and today I talked about some private things..."

"But in fact, in my opinion, these things are more important than the so-called official business."

Although reluctant, this is also the will of Arima Shizuya.

Therefore, Ichimaru Gin can only obey.

Taking a deep breath, the thin man turned his head halfway and looked at Hinamori Momo with a serious face.

"Captain Arima, I'll leave it to you to take care of me from now on."

"......?!"

Hinamori Momo couldn't help shivering.

The hand holding the pen covered her mouth, and the expression on her half-covered face was somewhat surprised.

After all, Ichimaru Gin has never said any good words in any sense so far.

The sudden respectful attitude made her quite uncomfortable.

But fortunately, this loss of composure was quickly adjusted.

Putting down her hands, Hinamori Momo's expression became serious and solemn-in response, she should also show enough attitude at this moment.

So what should I do?

"Don't worry!"

The right hand clenched into a fist and placed it on her chest.

As if to give herself confidence, Hinamori Momo's tone was firm and her expression was extremely serious.

"I will definitely not disappoint Senior Ichimaru Gin's expectations!"

That's right.

It was this ignorant and fearless attitude.

What made Ichimaru Gin satisfied was also the firm belief shown by the other party.

Just...

"Keep your voice down, Hinamori."

"Ah...? Ah! Yes, I'm sorry!"