Bleach: The Unique Time Zanpakutō

"I've sent him to Muken, based on his crimes."

Kyōraku Callum's mouth twitched in surprise. Muken, located in the center of the Seireitei, on the high ground south of the Gotei 13 barracks, is where serious offenders are imprisoned. He was curious about what Kurashima Daiki had done to warrant such punishment from the usually gentle Retsu Unohana.

"Muken, huh?" he said. "Looks like the Kurashima family will need a new heir." He shook his head, expressing regret. "I owe you a great debt of gratitude for this. My previous negligence allowed corruption and crime to fester within the 4th Division."

Retsu Unohana's smile remained, but it gave those around her a sense of unease. "I will be initiating a thorough reorganization of the 4th Division!"

[Check-in complete. Task reward being distributed.]

[Congratulations, host! You have received a Spiritual Pressure Amplification!]

Kyōraku Callum had just left the assembly hall when he heard the system's notification. As the words faded, a warm sensation surged from deep within his body.

A powerful spiritual pressure, like a surging wave, impacted his soul. He finally understood the meaning of the reward: an amplification of his already Captain-level spiritual pressure.

If his current spiritual pressure was a 1, after the amplification it had become 2, 3, or even more. Once the amplification was complete, Kyōraku Callum sensed his spiritual pressure.

"I should be almost on par with that foolish old man of mine," he thought. "But in terms of raw power, there's still a gap."

Kyōraku Callum frowned, pondering how to further increase his strength. Under the watchful eye of a certain master schemer, insufficient power was unsettling.

As Kyōraku Shunsui had said, Soul Society wasn't as peaceful as it appeared; things were brewing beneath the surface.

News of a newly graduated Shinigami Academy student being promoted to lieutenant on his second day in the division quickly spread, attracting the attention of many Shinigami. The Seireitei's communication network efficiently transmitted the news throughout the Seireitei.

8th Division barracks.

Kyōraku Shunsui meticulously examined documents, his expression unusually focused—a rare sight in the 8th Division. His typically lazy Captain was diligently reviewing files, much to Ise Nanao's relief. He did have a sense of responsibility after all.

"That kid, Kyōraku Callum, actually became the 4th Division's lieutenant?!" Kyōraku Shunsui exclaimed, setting down the documents in surprise. "This doesn't fit the Kyōraku family tradition!"

Hearing this, Ise Nanao questioned, "Don't you have any faith in him, Captain?"

"I actually find it perfectly reasonable," Kyōraku Shunsui replied, stroking his beard, his surprise deepening. "After all, when I became Captain, I was practically forced into it by Yama-ji. That Ryūjin Jakka was less than a centimeter from my neck."

Ise Nanao finally understood the underlying meaning of Kyōraku Shunsui's words. She facepalmed in exasperation. "Where does that inherent sense of superiority come from? Is it really a good idea to pile all the work onto your lieutenant?"

Kyōraku Shunsui smiled. "Oh my, Nanao, you must understand the hardships of a Captain's creative process."

Ise Nanao adjusted her glasses, stating coldly, "That romance magazine unsuitable for minors?"

5th Division barracks.

Aizen meticulously examined the newly arrived documents, his expression focused. After a while, he set them down, walking to the window, gazing towards a quiet area. A mysterious smile played on his lips, his gaze as deep and unfathomable as an abyss.

"Kyōraku Callum, huh?" he mused. "An unexpected variable."

Shinigami Academy, swordsmanship class.

Miyano Kaede gathered the students diligently practicing swordsmanship. His usually calm demeanor showed a hint of excitement.

"Everyone, I have an announcement. Yesterday, my student, your classmate, Kyōraku Callum, won his seat-challenge and successfully became the 4th Division's lieutenant!"

Even Miyano Kaede, immersed in swordsmanship, couldn't help but feel excited about his former student's achievement, despite having barely taught him. He didn't notice the pensive look on Rukia's face, nor Renji Abarai's gritted teeth.

Rukia sat at her desk, hands on her chin, lost in thought. "Callum's already a lieutenant? The gap between us seems to be growing."

Renji Abarai, on the other hand, glared at his hands with a grim expression. "That guy...has his words finally come true?"

Clearly, having been defeated by Kyōraku Callum in swordsmanship, he now considered him a lifelong rival.

Despite his relentless training, he couldn't catch up, the gap only growing wider.

4th Division, 6th Medical Squad barracks.

Kyōraku Callum was practicing swordsmanship in the morning, reflecting on his battle with Retsu Unohana. He felt he'd gained a new understanding of swordsmanship.

Knock, knock!

A gentle knock came from outside. Kyōraku Callum opened the door, surprised to see who was there.

"Captain, Isane," he said. "What brings you here?"

Retsu Unohana offered a gentle smile, pulling Kotetsu Isane in front of her.

"Kyōraku-kun, considering it's your first day as lieutenant, Isane will help you familiarize yourself with some of the duties."

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