Substitute... shinigami? Since when did the Gotei 13 need reserves, and from humans at that! Of course this kid, Ichigo was it?, did seem to have more than enough power. So much, in fact, that it rivaled many of the highest seated officers. What was this guy?
What was more was the frustration on Ichigo's face when he introduced himself. Did he actually expect Kaien to know who he was? Because of Ukitake-taichou's condition, Kaien rarely left the Soul Society for Earth and had not been in contact with any humans for decades. But this one said he had met all the higher ups. How did Kaien miss him? He was sure someone would have informed him, especially considering how similar their appearances were.
The shinigami frowned with a touch of annoyance. "Of course Ukitake has a vice-captain. If you know him, you would know about his sickness. He cannot carry out most duties and requires the assistance of others so I'm the one who basically runs the show."
Then a grin spread across his face. "But if you want, you can call me 'captain' by mistake once and awhile! That's what I told Kuchiki not too long ago!"
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What was more was the frustration on Ichigo's face when he introduced himself. Did he actually expect Kaien to know who he was? Because of Ukitake-taichou's condition, Kaien rarely left the Soul Society for Earth and had not been in contact with any humans for decades. But this one said he had met all the higher ups. How did Kaien miss him? He was sure someone would have informed him, especially considering how similar their appearances were.
The shinigami frowned with a touch of annoyance. "Of course Ukitake has a vice-captain. If you know him, you would know about his sickness. He cannot carry out most duties and requires the assistance of others so I'm the one who basically runs the show."
Then a grin spread across his face. "But if you want, you can call me 'captain' by mistake once and awhile! That's what I told Kuchiki not too long ago!"