Chapter 93: Yoruichi Shihōin

After Yamahiko was accepted, Yoruichi, transformed into a black cat, called him aside and asked, "You said the current commander of the Onmitsukidō is Suì-Fēng?"

Yamahiko nodded, saying, "That's right, she is now the captain of the Second Division and Commander-in-Chief of the Onmitsukidō."

Yoruichi smiled and said, "I really didn't expect that the little girl who used to follow me around has become so powerful."

Yamahiko earnestly replied, "She has always cared a lot about you."

"Let's not talk about that."

Yoruichi Shihōin didn't want to discuss that topic. She then asked, "I see you've mastered Shunkō?"

Yamahiko nodded and said, "Actually, it was an ability Captain Suì-Fēng came up with. It's a combat technique using Kidō combined with Hakuda , and I developed it in collaboration with her."

Yoruichi shook her head and said, "But your Shunkō is an incomplete version. The method is right, but the direction is wrong. I can teach you the complete version."

Yamahiko quickly said, "I know. The true Shunkō involves condensing Reiryoku at the back and shoulders, not the limbs. In fact, Captain Suì-Fēng and I have already successfully researched it. It's just that my Zanpakuto has the ability of lightning, giving me power not inferior to the complete version. Therefore, I don't need the full version of Shunkō: Raijin. But Captain Suì-Fēng has mastered it."

"Oh, I see," Yoruichi nodded, expressing some admiration. "I didn't expect that after not seeing each other for decades, Suì-Fēng has become so powerful."

Yamahiko smiled and said, "Of course, Sister Suì-Fēng is indeed very strong."

Yoruichi's gaze immediately shifted as she asked, "You refer to her as Sister Suì-Fēng?"

Yamahiko scratched his head, responding, "Privately, I call her sister. It's only in the barracks that I address her as Captain. That's what we agreed upon."

Having just gotten closer to her, he now had to keep a certain distance.

Yoruichi smiled and remarked, "Suì-Fēng doesn't usually let people get too close. Your relationship must be quite special if you're that intimate with her."

Yamahiko proudly declared, "Suì-Fēng is my girlfriend. We're planning to get married soon."

"What!?"

Yoruichi Shihōin's cat-like eyes widened. She questioned, "You're saying you're marrying Suì-Fēng?"

Yamahiko grinned and replied, "Absolutely. As long as I'm taller than her, master Bankai, she'll marry me. We're already holding hands, and I've even kissed her."

Yoruichi shook her head and said, "I never expected such a big change. Suì-Fēng has mastered Shunkō and has even found herself a boyfriend."

Taking a breath, Yoruichi continued, "Since you've mastered Shunkō, it seems there's nothing more I can teach you."

Yamahiko waved his hand and said, "Yoruichi Shihōin senpai, can you help me continue researching the Thunder Shunkō? I have further ideas for Thunder Shunkō, such as spreading lightning-type Kidō throughout the entire body or creating energy gathering points on the periphery, providing continuous energy for the whole body to enhance the power of Thunder Shunkō."

"You mean forming energy gathering points on the periphery?" Yoruichi Shihōin's eyes lit up, quickly asking.

Yamahiko said, "Exactly, just like the legendary Thunder God (Raijin) with the Taiko drums behind him. I was thinking, can we use thunder energy to manifest Raijin's drums, continually infusing strength into the body?"

[Sculpture of Raijin from Sanjūsangen-dō temple in Kyoto.

Kamakura period, 13th century] - img

"You're absolutely correct. I also have ideas to further enhance Thunder Shunkō, but I lack a clear direction."

Yoruichi's eyes brightened even more.

Now, Yoruichi only mastered Thunder Shunkō, but after the battle with Aizen, she found herself lacking. During the fight with the Askin Nakk Le Vaar, she invented the Shunkō: Raijin Senkei and the Shunkō: Raiju Senkei: Shunryū Kokubyō Senki.

[Askin Nakk Le Vaar - img]

At that time, Yoruichi had Raijin's drums appearing on her back, providing a continuous supply of energy.

[Shunkō: Raijin Senkei - img]

[Shunkō: Raiju Senkei: Shunryū Kokubyō Senki - img]

Now that Yamahiko mentioned her idea in advance, it sparked a new insight in Yoruichi, giving her a fresh perspective.

Yoruichi said, "I'm willing to research this form of Thunder Shunkō with you. Thank you."

Yamahiko smiled and asked, "Why are you thanking me, Yoruichi senpai? You're helping me too."

Yoruichi smiled and remarked, "You claimed you didn't require much assistance with improving Thunder Shunkō thanks to your Zanpakto, yet here you are, seeking my help. In the end, it's only going to benefit me."

Yamahiko shook his head and said, "No, if Yoruichi senpai masters the advanced form, I can also teach it to Suì-Fēng. She will become even stronger. As long as Suì-Fēng grows more powerful, I am content."

Yoruichi suddenly sighed and remarked, "Suì-Fēng really found a good man, but you're just a little devil."

Yamahiko was elated to hear someone Suì-Fēng once admired praising him, feeling thoroughly satisfied. This not only validates my abilities but also demonstrates their acceptance of my relationship with Suì-Fēng.

Yamahiko smiled and said, "I'm not that young. I'm already 32 years old."

Yoruichi chuckled and said, "Thirty-two? You're not even an adult yet. You need to be at least a hundred years old to be considered an adult."

"A hundred years old?"

Yamahiko widened his eyes.

Yoruichi said, "That's right, so you're still a little devil."

Yamahiko felt somewhat disheartened, but considering the typical soul aging conversion, at least one hundred and eighty years were needed to reach adulthood, and one hundred years were already not much.

Yoruichi continued, "Since you don't need me to teach you Shunkō, let me teach you Hakuda and Shunpo. Although you're already quite good, there's still room for improvement."

Yamahiko's eyes lit up, and he asked, "Is that okay?"

Yamahiko's Shunpo, compared to Suì-Fēng and Yoruichi, was still a bit lacking. Suì-Fēng's Shunpo was formidable; even without using Shunkō, she could injure Yoruichi. His own Shunpo was probably below the level of these two, limited to being stronger than Byakuya Kuchiki.

The latter's Shunpo skill was also extraordinary, as it was developed by Yoruichi herself.

Yoruichi nodded and said, "Of course, you helped me, so I'll definitely repay the favor."

Yamahiko smiled and said, "Thank you, Yoruichi-senpai."

Yoruichi nodded again and said, "Alright, I'll be leaving for now. I'll come back to find you in a few days."

Leaving these words behind, Yoruichi walked over to Urahara Kisuke and said, "I'm leaving now."

Urahara Kisuke nodded, and Yoruichi transformed into a black shadow, quickly departing.

Sometimes, Yamahiko couldn't understand the relationship between the two. They were childhood friends, superior and subordinate, left the Seireitei together, and were willing to sacrifice their lives for each other. However, their relationship was distant, not intimate. If it weren't for the plot, they might not have much contact at all.

Are they really lovers?

Please forgive Yamahiko's gossiping nature; he's afraid of the single Yoruichi Shihōin being tempted by Suì-Fēng. Well, now that he thinks about it, that's probably not likely.

Yamahiko believes in Suì-Fēng; he trusts that when she accepted him, she wouldn't have feelings for anyone else.

Yamahiko approached Urahara Kisuke, to which the latter remarked, "Yamahiko-kun, I'm also leaving. I have a store in Karakura Town. If you need anything, feel free to drop by for supplies."

[Urahara Shop - img] 

After a moment of contemplation, Yamahiko responded, "I happen to be in need of something, and only Mr. Urahara Kisuke can provide it." 

Intrigued, Urahara Kisuke asked, "What is it?" 

Yamahiko replied, "A black cloak infused with Kidō, capable of rendering the wearer invisible and eliminating detection."

Urahara Kisuke raised an eyebrow and asked, "You even know about this?"

Yamahiko smiled wryly and said, "Aizen used a replica of Captain Urahara's black cloak to create three copies."

Urahara Kisuke narrowed his eyes and said, "I see."

Then he said, "I will provide you with one."

Yamahiko added, "Also, a Gigai (Faux Body) with stealth properties, undetectable type. It can suppress the outward release of Reiatsu but cannot break down spiritual energy."

[Appearance of Gigai during production - img]

Urahara Kisuke sighed and said, "You really do know quite a bit. Alright, I will prepare that for you. Anything else?"

Yamahiko smiled and said, "That's all for now. If there's anything else, I'll let Urahara-san know."

"Then I'll leave for now," Urahara Kisuke nodded, holding his cane, and left the place.

At that moment, Shinji Hirako approached Yamahiko and said, "Let's go. We'll take you upstairs to the place prepared for you to stay."

~End of the chapter~

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LazyXalien: The Gigai Yamahiko is talking about is the one Urahara used on Rukia; its description is provided below from the fandom.

Rukia's First Gigai: This Gigai appears to be unique in that instead of allowing the soul to recover, it actually gradually lowers the host's Reiatsu until they become a normal Human with no spiritual powers whatsoever. It was untraceable to keep the user's Reiatsu hidden from other souls who may be looking for the host. This Gigai was given to Rukia by Urahara in order to permanently seal the Hōgyoku within it, thus keeping its immense power out of Aizen's grasp.Akon noted that this Gigai was so advanced that nobody in the current SRDI was able to create it. After Rukia's capture, Aizen made sure the Gigai was destroyed.

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