Chapter 6: The Problem With 11th Division
"Any problem?"
Tokikaze said casually while lying back. "He's just a Third Seat."
"Do you think a Captain like me is not good enough to handle this guy?"
At his words, Toshimura Todo's face wore a bitter smile as he explained cautiously, "Captain, you may not know. Ikkaku Madarame has only joined the 11th Division recently, but he had already served as the 11th Division's Third Seat in thanks to his strength and a borderline crazy combat spirit."
"In terms of strength alone, he's not weaker than some Vice-Captains."
As a Soul Reaper responsible for organizing case files, Toshimura Todo knew quite a lot.
"I'm sorry to say this but," he hesitated, "That's the 11th Division's ethical code. Ikkaku Madarame won't respect you as a Captain."
"Besides..."
Toshimura Todo hesitated to speak further, seemingly wary of something.
"If you have something to say, just say it," Tokikaze said openly. "Apart from that guy, Kenpachi, is there anything else to be cautious about?"
"Do you, do you know?" Toshimura Todo was surprised. "If news of the assessment reaches the 11th Division, and Captain Kenpachi hears about it..."
"He probably won't miss this chance to challenge you."
"Even among many Captains, Captain Kenpachi is a complete monster..."
Tokikaze glanced at the guy in front of him. Although he seemed somewhat timid on the surface, he was genuinely considerate of others.
"No worries," Tokikaze waved his hand. "That guy Kenpachi is also in the case file."
"Even if he doesn't come to challenge me, I won't let him off."
Kenpachi Zaraki's danger level was quite high, but in Zaraki's current state, there was no need to worry too much.
Tokikaze stood up and walked towards the door, "Since you're quite familiar with the case files and information about various Divisions, why don't you come along?"
"From today on, the 9th Division will become a milestone in the history of the Soul Society that cannot be surpassed."
Toshimura Todo widened his eyes, looking bewildered. Before he could speak, he saw Tokikaze's figure gradually receding.
In a hurry, Toshimura Todo could only follow quickly.
...
11th Division Barracks.
On the dojo.
Two figures were wrestling, like two wild bulls, tightly pressing against each other in the middle.
Their muscles locked against each other, veins bulging, and the floor beneath their feet creaked under the unbearable weight.
Amidst the cheers, everything seemed even more frenzied.
The sunlight outside reflected on the head of one person, where veins protruded, giving an ominous appearance.
He let out a beast-like low growl from his throat as he gripped the other man's arm tightly.
His opponent was suddenly lifted into the air and then ruthlessly slammed down, creating a deep pit in the dojo.
Let alone scaring the observers, this scene made them even more excited.
"Ooh, ooh, ooh, as expected of Third Seat Ikkaku! The strongest Seated Officer in Gotei 13, and the holder of a hundred consecutive victories in brute force duels!"
"So powerful, my blood is boiling!"
...
Cheers and praise rained down the winner of the spar!
In this squad that held strength above all else, the strong were undoubtedly the most admired.
Ikkaku Madarame, as the strongest Seated Officer among them, naturally had fervent supporters.
"Haha, you went down already? Tch, it's not even worth my time!"
Ikkaku Madarame laughed uproariously. "Is there anyone stronger?"
"My engine's just starting to get hot!"
Boom!
Immediately after a deafening explosion was heard at the entrance of the 11th Division!
Toshimura Todo trembled as he gazed at his Captain and the shattered gate not far away. The fear on his face became more and more apparent with each passing second.
Who am I, where am I, and what happened!?
Faced with everything happening before him, Toshimura Todo was at a loss.
What just happened!?
Did his Captain just blow up the 11th Division's gate without any warning?!
Tokikaze calmly dispersed the white smoke because of the impact.
"Let's go, let's apprehend the criminal."
With that, he walked straight towards the 11th Division barracks.
On the other hand, Toshimura Todo was panicked.
He took a few deep breaths, reluctantly moved his already weakened legs, and followed closely behind Tokikaze.
Everything that happened on this day was challenging the limits of his psychological endurance.
The new Captain's way of doing things was completely beyond the norm...
Upon hearing the sound, Ikkaku Madarame led the 11th Division members and rushed out of the barracks.
Both sides met face to face on the grass outside the barracks.
On Ikkaku Madarame's side, everyone looked menacing, with an imposing demeanor!
On Tokikaze's side, there were only two people, and one of them didn't even have the courage to face this group of hooligans directly.
Looking at the broken gate in the distance, Ikkaku Madarame's mouth twitched, veins bulged on his forehead, and his expression became increasingly ferocious.
"You, do you want to die?!"
Tokikaze responded calmly:
"Todo, state this guy's crimes."
Upon hearing the command, Toshimura Todo suppressed his underlying fear and spoke shakily:
"On November 11th, Ikkaku Madarame, the Third Seat of the 11th Division, trespassed into the 9th Division's prison and injured 17 prisoners."
"On December 18th, Ikkaku Madarame Third Seat, destroyed three streets and forcibly killed criminals in the North 63rd District of North Rukongai."
"On July 9th, Ikkaku Madarame..."
Due to his modus operandi, Ikkaku Madarame was a frequent offender for the 9th Division's case files.
Moreover, based on the rules of the Soul Society, this guy deserves to be detained in the 9th Division's prison.
"What?!"
Ikkaku Madarame leaned forward and glared challengingly at Tokikaze.
"Are you two here to arrest me on behalf of the 9th Division?!"
Although impulsive, he wasn't foolish.
After a brief judgment, Ikkaku Madarame understood the purpose of Tokikaze's visit.
"Since you already know it, then come with us."
Tokikaze responded indifferently. "As the newly appointed Captain of the 9th Division, I need more achievements to solidify my position, and I will use force if necessary."
Hearing this, Ikkaku Madarame's pupils constricted, and his ferocious expression was somewhat restrained.
"The new Captain of the 9th Division..."
He looked at Tokikaze, and after a brief contemplation, his mouth suddenly stretched into a crazier posture.
"If you want to enforce the rules of the Gotei 13, defeat me first!"
Suddenly.
On the grass in front of the 11th Division barracks, Reiatsu erupted, and a strong wind blew!