The Pinnacle of Getting Something for Nothing

　　In the eyes of ordinary nobles, the five great nobles are supreme and are the highest representatives of power under the Spirit King.

But now, the patriarch of the Shihouin family, one of the five great nobles, has actually become a member of the Gotei 13 and a subordinate of Yamamoto Shigekuni. This has completely refreshed their three views.

These nobles still maintained traditional ideas. No matter how powerful a person was, he had to be loyal to the nobles in order to guarantee their power. However, the arrival of Yamamoto Shigekuni directly broke this monopoly of one million years.

　　Most of the nobles had anxious expressions on their faces, vaguely sensing that things had changed in Soul Society again.

Tsunayashiro Fuka did come with these gifts in order to bribe Yamamoto Shigekuni, but now he knew that bribery was no longer possible.

The other party's vision and ideas are far superior to yours.

Of course, this scene was also designed by Yamabuki Ditang and Shifengyuan Chihiro in advance in order to give these people a huge shock.

　　However, being the head of one of the five great noble families, Tsunayashiro Fuka was naturally no pushover. He quickly changed his tone and said, "I'm here to thank Mr. Yamamoto. Please let me meet with Captain-General Yamamoto."

Tsunayashiro Fuka has his own plans. Yamamoto Shigekuni has unparalleled fighting power. It is impossible to suppress his development. It's also inevitable that the Gotei 13 will rise to prominence. In this case, why don't I do him a favor?

The current Gotei 13 is still just a civilian organization and is not officially recognized, while the Soul Society has two of the largest official institutions.

One is the five great nobles, and the other is the central forty-six rooms.

　　Remember that the Central Forty-Six Chambers enforce Soul Society's laws, which cannot be disorderly.

The Central Forty-Six Chambers is the highest authority, consisting of six great sages and forty wise men. Even the leaders of the major nobles cannot change a decision once made.

　　Only the joint signature of the five great nobles plus the order of the Spiritual King can change the decision of the Central Forty-Six Chambers.

　　But everyone knows what the Spirit King's current state is. They have carved him into the shape of a stick. Not to mention giving orders, it is unknown whether he can even speak.

Without the support of the Spirit King, the power of the Central Forty-Six Chambers is superior to that of the Five Great Nobles.

Of course, among the sages of the Central Forty-six Chambers, there are also people from the five great noble families, and the relationship between the two sides is extremely complicated and cannot be explained in just a few words.

A smile appeared on Shifengyuan Chihiro's face. Just as the little fox had predicted, these nobles couldn't sit still and came forward on their own initiative.

　　"Since you said so, I will take you to meet Captain Yamamoto. Yamabuki, take these guests to the living room of the Shihouin family, where there will be people to entertain them." Shihouin Chihiro said.

"Yes, sir. Captain Shifengyuan." Yamabuki Ditang raised a smile.

He called Shihouin Chihiro "Captain" to tell these noble lords that it was not you ridiculous noble lords who gave orders to me, but I was the captain of the Gotei 13.

　　Afterwards, he brought these nobles to the living room. The old butler of the Shihouin family was responsible for welcoming the guests, while Yamabuki Ditang came to Yamamoto's room as quickly as possible.

"Captain, people are coming." Shanchui Ditang said.

Yamamoto nodded slightly.

Just then, Chihiro Shihouin and Fuuka Tsunayashiro came to Yamamoto's room.

　　Shifengyuan Chihiro bowed slightly to Yamamoto, "Captain, this is the head of the Tsunayashiro family, Tsunayashiro Fuuka; he is here to thank you."

　　Yamamoto casually glanced at Tsunayashiro Fuka, and in the next moment, his spiritual pressure erupted. Tsunayashiro Fuka sensed that the man seated before him was not a middle-aged man, but rather a volcano on the verge of erupting. In just a moment, cold sweat soaked his whole body.

What did I do wrong? Could it be that this man knew about the shameful experiments of the Tsunayashiro family?

Tsunayashiro Fuka even thought of the contents of the suicide note in an instant.

But Yamamoto's spiritual pressure was quickly retracted.

"If you are here to express your gratitude, you can leave now. We, the Gotei 13, were established to protect the Soul Society. This is our responsibility." Yamamoto said righteously.

Tsunayashiro Fuka hurriedly followed Yamamoto's words and said, "Of course, I know your ambition to maintain the stability of Soul Society and Soul Society. However, I have something unpleasant to say, but I don't know if I can say it."

　　"But it's okay."

"Your original intention is indeed good, I admit it. What happened yesterday is the biggest example. If Soul Society had a dedicated force, something like yesterday would not have happened! I fully support the establishment of the Gotei 13. But... you should not have the resources now, right?" Tsunayashiro Fuuka asked tentatively.

"Don't be angry first. The largest official organization in Soul Society is the Central Forty-Sixth Chamber. The Central Forty-Sixth Chamber must grant recognition to the Gotei 13 you founded. Tsunayashiro Fuka stared at Yamamoto cautiously, fearing that Yamamoto would burn him directly if he was unhappy.

Indeed, most of the resources in Soul Society are now controlled by the nobles. Typically, Zanpakutō cannot be obtained without the support of a top noble. You can't let the soldiers fight with Hollows with wooden swords!

As long as the Gotei 13 are recognized by the Soul Society, they can legitimately ask for money and people.

Yamamoto pondered for a moment and said, "Go on."

　　"This matter will soon reach the ears of the Central 46th Chamber, and we don't know what the attitude of the Central 46th Chamber is. However, our Tsunayashiro family is willing to support the Gotei 13." Tsunayashiro Fuuka asked.

Yamamoto did not agree but looked at Yamabuki Detang; this little fox had many ideas.

　　"Clan leader Tsunayashiro, I'm afraid you have some requests?" asked Yamabuki Ditang.

"That's too much. How dare we? Of course, I would be happier if you could leave a captain position for us."

The real purpose is revealed.

With Yamamoto Shigekuni in charge, the rise of the Gotei 13 is a foregone conclusion. It would be better to take advantage of this opportunity to place a bet in advance and tie the family's interests to those of the Gotei 13.

　　Yamamoto's face was solemn.

"Of course you can." Yamabuki Ditang said with a smile, "However, our method of selecting the captain of the Gotei 13 is very simple. Whoever can fight well will be the boss. As long as you are strong enough, it is not impossible to sit in the position of captain."

Yamamoto's expression finally relaxed.

He was not rejecting the nobles; he was simply rejecting those incompetent trash people.

"I see, that's great!" Tsunayashiro Fuka grinned ferociously. With the strength of the five noble clan leaders, it should not be difficult for him to seize the position of captain.

　　Yamabuki Ditang was also laughing. You probably don't know what kind of crazy people the first-generation captains were!

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