Chapter 274: Betrayal?

Chapter 274: Betrayal?

That roar also attracted the attention of both Sōsuke Aizen and Senju Makoto, who had previously been focused solely on each other.

"Makoto-kun, one task need not trouble two masters. Why don't you take care of this Hollow as well?" Aizen Sōsuke said casually.

Senju Makoto asked in return, "If that's the case, then Captain Aizen's trip would be wasted. Doesn't Captain Aizen mind?"

"It's alright, as long as no one gets hurt," Aizen Sōsuke said gently.

"In that case, I'll..."

Just as Senju Makoto agreed, the corner of his shihakushō was suddenly tugged. He saw Rukia saying anxiously, "Are you an idiot? This is a Hollow that can break free from Bakudō No. 61: Rikujōkōrō. You won't be a match for it, don't push yourself!"

???

Senju Makoto, Aizen Sōsuke.

Upon hearing such naive words, both Senju Makoto and Aizen Sōsuke paused almost simultaneously. Then, Aizen Sōsuke couldn't help but chuckle and said, "Makoto-kun, since when has a mere No. 61 Bakudō become the standard for measuring your combat power?"

"Ahem~"

Senju Makoto coughed awkwardly a few times and then realized that Rukia had probably misunderstood something.

Most likely... when he teased Rukia in the past, she took something seriously...

Aizen Sōsuke said with a hint of amusement, "Makoto-kun, would you like me to assist you in dealing with this Hollow?"

Senju Makoto, who always kept a certain distance from Aizen Sōsuke, naturally wouldn't give Aizen Sōsuke the chance to stab him in the back, and refused without hesitation.

"No need..."

Then, Senju Makoto habitually ruffled Rukia's hair and walked towards the Hollow under Rukia's anxious gaze.

As if sensing a threat, the Hollow's momentum gradually weakened as Senju Makoto approached, and its whole body tensed as if it was about to explode at any moment.

"Don't be nervous. I'm a doctor. Out of basic medical ethics, I'll try my best to ensure you don't feel any pain..."

As Senju Makoto's voice fell, Senju Makoto's figure flickered, and the next moment he appeared behind the Hollow, in a posture as if he had just taken a step, then slowly sheathed his sword, and calmly said, "I told you, being nervous is meaningless, and there won't be any pain..."

The next moment, in the shocked eyes of Rukia, Hinamori Momo, Abarai Renji, and Kira Izuru!

The moment the "click" of Senju Makoto fully sheathing his sword sounded, the Hollow slowly split in the middle, without even having a chance to let out a cry, and quickly dispersed into a large amount of spiritual particles.

"So strong!"

"Isn't... isn't the Fourth Division a medical division? The vice-captain is so strong?"

"So terrifying, you can't even see the movement trajectory and the sword swing..."

As for Rukia, beyond the shock, her face turned completely red, clearly realizing that Senju Makoto, that hateful bastard, was purely teasing her in the past.

'What incredibly powerful "Bakudō No. 61: Rikujōkōrō," even if Senju Makoto himself was restrained, he wouldn't be able to resist at all...'

'Do you want to learn? If you want to learn, I can take a little loss and teach you, but little Rukia has to give me some reward, right?'

Recalling the tempting words and the seemingly reluctant expression after Senju Makoto was kissed, Rukia wished she could find a crack in the ground and bury herself, then flood it with tears and drown herself.

However, before Rukia could launch a shameful and soulful condemnation against Senju Makoto, Hinamori Momo, who was standing next to Rukia, seemed to be completely infatuated, holding Rukia's arm excitedly and said, "Rukia, look, Senju-sama is really... so strong, both gentle and powerful..."

Rukia gritted her teeth and said, "No, he's a hateful and detestable guy..."

Immediately, Hinamori Momo's expression changed slightly.

Just as Rukia thought Hinamori Momo had taken her words to heart and was about to continue exposing Senju Makoto's true colors, including but not limited to, how Senju Makoto, as the vice-captain, threatened her with the fact that he had held her when she peed as a child, and other evil deeds.

Hinamori Momo shouted sternly, "Rukia, how can you say that about Senju-sama? He saved us. How can you slander our benefactor behind his back? This shameful behavior must stop!"

??!!

Rukia.

At this moment, Rukia felt a strange sense of unfamiliarity with the friend she had known for nearly a year, who usually behaved so gentle and cute, and didn't even know how to refuse others.

This stern expression was almost the first time Rukia had seen it on Hinamori Momo's face.

In fact, from Hinamori Momo's expression, Rukia had no doubt that if she continued to speak ill of Senju Makoto, Hinamori Momo would definitely get angry.

Betrayal!

That hateful guy Senju Makoto actually made her friend betray her!

Rukia glared fiercely at Senju Makoto, who had already started treating Abarai Renji and Kira Izuru, vowing that she would expose the true colors of this hateful bastard one day.

However, the next moment, Hinamori Momo stood in front of Rukia, blocking Rukia's gaze towards Senju Makoto...

Senju Makoto, who had intentionally shown off in front of these new recruits, only intended to disrupt Aizen Sōsuke's plan slightly.

However, noticing Hinamori Momo's admiring gaze, as well as Abarai Renji and Kira Izuru's equally respectful eyes, an idea sprouted in his mind.

Rukia... obviously has no chance...

Mainly because Senju Makoto had accidentally exposed too many of his mischievous and scheming sides in front of Rukia in her childhood, to the point where some of his image had collapsed in front of Rukia without him realizing it.

However, Hinamori Momo, Abarai Renji, and Kira Izuru were all the core strength of the Seireitei who grew rapidly in the next fifty years and then served as vice-captains.

In other words, they are all saplings with considerable value...

Completely subdue them and develop them through the "spiritual body superposition" method, they may be able to play a more important role in the future.

With this thought, Senju Makoto undoubtedly maximized his gentleness and friendliness when treating Abarai Renji and Kira Izuru, heavily brushing up on their goodwill.

Handsome and refined appearance, gentle and warm temperament, gentle and friendly demeanor...

Soon, Rukia discovered that not only had Hinamori Momo betrayed her, but even Abarai Renji and Kira Izuru seemed to be completely captivated.

(End of this chapter)