Chapter 220: Big request
(Ryoto's pov)
Just a year later, I was walking to a very important meeting. It was being held in Squad's 1 barracks, more specifically, the assembly hall.
I was walking slowly but confidently. It didn't mean that I had a lot of time, but I wouldn't be late in any possible way for two fundamental reasons. I was fast, and I knew exactly how fast I needed to go to come on time. Perks of being good at math.
Today there will be a significant announcement made by Yama-jii, Head Captain Commander, and if he talks, you listen. Otherwise, you are made into burned toast.
I'm obviously joking, but everyone ones not to mess with someone who can kill you without effort unless they know that he won't kill you. Meaning I can mess with Yama-jii if I want. I just choose not to do it too often.
I was slowly approaching the big door to the assembly room, and many familiar and unfamiliar faces welcomed me, but everyone had one thing in common. They all wore white haori except for the people standing behind them.
Most of the Captains and lieutenants were present in this room. The missing ones were members of Squad 11, which was predictable, and Squad 10 because the Captain passed away not long ago, and there still isn't a replacement.
I recognized most of them, but I have yet to meet them all. Hikifune was still the Captain of Squad 12, and the Captain of Squad 6 was Byakuya's grandpa. The ones I didn't know were the Captains of Squad 3, 5, and 9.
Yama-jii struck his cane against the floor, gathering everyone's attention.
"It seems that everyone has assembled. So we shall now commence the inauguration ceremony.
I believe every Captain has heard by now that for some time, Captain positions for Squad 7 and 10 are empty. Based on that, the Captains of each Squad received a notice of the effects that elections for new Captian were to begin.
Unfortunate no suitable candidate was found... until 3 days ago, I got recommendations from Captians of the 2nd and 13th Division concerning the same person.
Yesterday, in the presence of myself as well as three other Captains his qualifications as a Captain were assessed by the way of the Captain proficiency examination. There were no objections to his ability or character, THUS, we appoint the former lieutenant of Squad 13, Ryoto Yuuki, as the new Captain of Squad 7!"
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I finally became a Captain and got to be Captain of Squad 7. With this new position comes a lot of responsibility. In other words, I get to decide about things, and my first decision is to choose my very own lieutenant, and thankfully, I know where to search for her.
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"Rin, I have a proposition that you can't refuse!" I walked inside her room without knocking as I usually do. I knew that I could come thanks to certain something I learned during my time in this world.
Rin was currently reading some books, so as soon as she heard the door opening and my voice, she put it down to hear me out. I must have intrigued her by my proposition, but to my surprise, she stretched out her arm and made sure to make the focus of my sight her fingers, especially the ring finger.
I started sweating.
Does she want me to propose? Was this how she understood 'the proposition' that she couldn't refuse?
What should I do? What should I do? I don't have a ring ready. Should I say that Captain's duty suddenly calls and search for one as fast as possible?
Seeing my panic, Rin was undoubtedly amused and let out a small giggle.
Hearing her laugh, I realized what had just happened. She played a small prank on me.
(E/D: You got pranked, bro... PRANKED!)
"Colour me, surprised Rin. I didn't think that you had it in you. I expected something like this from Yoruichi but not you. Bravo."
"I'm learning from the best."
"I thought you hated Kisuke."
She gave me a deadpan look, and it met with my smirk.
Although I was joking with her, I was serious about Kisuke being a better prankster and troll. This guy is on another level if he wants to trick someone.
"It's not like I hate him. It's just that, for some reason, his existence repels me. Even Tsunagari agrees with me on that."
Ouch. Sorry, Kisuke, but it seems your charisma isn't on the level of a handsome and sexy shopkeeper just yet.
"But enough of the jokes. You said something about a proposition." Rin reminds me about the topic of our conversation.
"Right. Since I became Captain, as you could see from my white haori and number 7 on my back, I need a lieutenant, and who would be better than someone I worked and more for over 2 decades."
Rin's eyes opened slightly more, shocked by what I said.
"You want me to be your lieutenant?"
"Yes. Your strength is enough for this position, and I trust your abilities. I also have experience working with you, which is a big plus."
"...You just think that I'll be doing your paperwork since you hate it."
"Hehe, you got me." I scratched the back of my head.
"Would you do it if I gave you a lollipop?" I took out one from my sleeve. I have specially made pockets there just for this reason.
I didn't get a positive answer, so I took out a second lollipop and slid it onto the table towards her.
At this action, Rin raised her eyebrow.
With a heavy heart, I took out three additional lollipops and gave them to her, at which she smiled.
"You know that I do that because it's funny to watch how hard it is for you to give up your lollipops."
"...As long as it works." I'll make her understand the greatness of this candy.
Although I could see her taking one of them and starting to eat it with a smile on her face.
"Hey Ryoto, I don't mind being your lieutenant, but can you grant me one request? To be more precise, it's a request from all three of us."
From Yoruichi and Isane too? I'm suddenly intrigued.
"We were talking for some time about this, but we didn't want to bring it up until now, but I feel that for the last year, you have become... less closed? I don't know what to call it but you changed for the better."
For some time she was dancing around the topic. She doesn't do that unless she is embarrassed or doesn't know how to approach the issue. I started thinking about what she wanted to request, and during my brainstorming, I got the answer.
I put my hand on hers.
"Rin, don't worry. I understand."
"You do?"
"Yes, but I'm surprised that all of you want to do butt stuff. I didn't ask, but it doesn't mean that I wasn't curious."
(E/D: Anal is great as long as you have gone to the toilet before having it. Speaking from experience here.)
I got hit by a book that Rin threw at me with a red face. I could have dodged it, but it didn't do any damage, so why bother but that also meant that I was sadly mistaken. Maybe next time.
"Ryoto, you need to learn how a woman's heart works," Gyaku said inside my mind.
'I'm a man with a harem. In the three worlds that I visited, I got at least two girlfriends. I believe that I'm pretty knowledgeable.'
"You forget that the denser the protagonist, the bigger his harem."
'And you forget that I'm not dense. I just like messing with girls. Yui had the best reactions from all of the girls I met to my antics. That's why I was teasing her so much. Unfortunately, I won't be able to burst my shirt in front of her when I come back. I'll need to be more creative.'
As I was thinking of a distant future, Rin finally gathered her courage to say her request.
"I want to create a family with you!"
(E/D: Here comes my worst nightmare.)
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