Chapter 316
Ichigo Kurosaki stood in front of the gate leading to the real world, looked around, and found that there were very few people coming to see him off. He couldn't help but say with some disappointment:
"Hey, I have helped the Soul Society a lot, why are you the only one coming to see us off?"
Rukia heard this, smiled bitterly and shook her head, but didn't know how to respond.
Indeed, although Aizen was not completely subdued, the actions of Ichigo Kurosaki and others undoubtedly disrupted his plan, which was undoubtedly a great favor to the Soul Society.
Now, they are about to leave this place full of memories and battles, but only Rukia is alone to see them off. This scene is indeed a bit bleak.
At this time, Orihime Inoue came forward and whispered to Rukia:
"Okay, Ichigo, don't make things difficult for Rukia. The Soul Society has experienced too much turmoil these days, and many people have been injured, so it is normal that no one comes to see us off."
As soon as she finished speaking, a figure suddenly flashed over.
Yoruichi walked up to Kurosaki Ichigo and rubbed his hair, then said in his helpless eyes:
"Inoue is right, you brat just don't know how to be considerate of others."
Kurosaki Ichigo gently tidied up the hair that was messed up by Yoruichi, then restrained his smile and asked seriously: "Aren't you going to go back with us?"
Yuruichi sighed softly and replied:
"No, I'm needed here. As the former head of Shifengyuan, I can't watch Shifengyuan disappear in the long river of history."
She paused, as if thinking about how to say the next words.
Then, she continued, "But, there is something I need to trouble you with."
Ichigo Kurosaki patted his chest without hesitation and promised, "No problem, leave it to me!"
Ye Yi nodded, took out a letter from his arms, handed it to Ichigo Kurosaki, and said, "Please give this letter to Urahara Kisuke after you return to the present world."
Ichigo Kurosaki looked at the envelope handed over from Yoruichi's arms in front of him, and his mouth twitched slightly.
He hesitated for a moment, not knowing whether he should take the letter.
Fortunately, at this time, Inoue came forward with a red face and took the envelope for him.
Ye Yi looked at the slightly shy appearance of the two people, and couldn't help laughing out loud. The laughter echoed in the empty space, with a bit of free and unrestrained.
The laughter gradually subsided, Ichigo Kurosaki took a deep breath, stared at Yoruichi, and said in a deep voice: "We are leaving, take care of yourself."
Ye Yi nodded gently, with a hint of complex emotions flashing in his eyes.
She wanted to go back to the real world with them and enjoy the freedom and prosperity there.
These years of life in the real world made her feel free.
In contrast, the Soul Society is rigid everywhere.
However, the sudden appearance of Xingliu caused turmoil in the Soul Society, and the suppression of the nobles by Mr. Yamamoto forced her to choose to stay.
This is her responsibility and her mission.
She has been protected and favored by her family since she was a child. Now that her family is in trouble, how can she stay out of it?
Thinking of this, Yoruichi sighed lightly, turning the helplessness and heaviness in her heart into a sigh.
She restrained her emotions, her expression became solemn, and she warned:
"You should also be careful. Aizen may have already set his eyes on you. Even in the real world, you can't relax at all. Do you understand?"
Upon hearing this, Ichigo Kurosaki looked stern and nodded solemnly.
He knew Aizen's cunning and strength very well, so he naturally didn't dare to be careless.
At this moment, Rukia came over and threw something to Kurosaki Ichigo.
He caught it in a panic, and when he looked closely, it turned out to be a proxy Shinigami combat license.
Rukia explained: "This is what Captain Ukitake asked me to give you. With this, your soul can leave your body and move freely."
"From now on, the safety of Karakura Town will be handed over to you, and you will be responsible for handling the Hollows there."
Kurosaki Ichigo put away the proxy certificate, and a sense of mission surged in his heart.
He looked at the proxy Shinigami combat license in his hand, and his heart was mixed.
This certificate is not only an honor, but also a heavy responsibility.
He imagined the challenges and difficulties he might face in the future, and he couldn't help feeling a little uneasy.
However, when he looked up and saw the firm and trusting eyes of Rukia and Yoruichi, he knew he couldn't back down.
He took a deep breath, straightened his back, and said in a firm voice: "I understand. I will definitely protect Karakura Town and prevent any Hollow from harming the people there."
Rukia and Yoruichi smiled with relief when they heard this.
They knew that Ichigo Kurosaki was a trustworthy person, and he would definitely do his best to complete his mission.
"Then, we will wait for your good news in the real world." Yoruichi said with a smile: "If you need any help, please feel free to contact us."
Kurosaki Ichigo nodded, his heart full of gratitude.
He knew that he was not fighting alone, he had many reliable partners and friends.
Although they were in different worlds, their hearts were always closely connected.
"Goodbye, Yoruichi, Rukia." Kurosaki Ichigo said, turning and walking towards the gate.
Inoue Orihime and other companions stood there quietly, waiting for his return.
They stepped into the gate together, and were instantly wrapped in dazzling light, and their figures gradually appeared at the other end.
When they stood firm again and were on the land of the real world, a strange voice sounded unexpectedly.
"Is this the real world?" Unohana Yachiru's voice revealed curiosity and excitement: "It seems to be more prosperous than the last time I visited."
Kūkaku widened his eyes and looked around:
"This place feels more advanced than Soul Society. Isn't it said that humans in the real world have always lived in hardship?"
Hearing this, Xingliu rolled his eyes and said lightly:
"If Soul Society could be considered a paradise for humans in the real world after death a thousand years ago, then now, it can only be considered hell."
At this point, he gently pulled Konghe who wanted to explore around, and said helplessly:
"Didn't you keep shouting that you wanted to find Shiba Isshin? Why are you ready to run around when you get here?"
Kuhe suddenly remembered his original intention when Xingliu pulled him like this, and smiled awkwardly,
"Ah, yes, I came to find Shiba Isshin. I was so excited that I almost forgot about the business."
Kurosaki Ichigo also came back to his senses at this time, looking at Unohana Yachiryu, Konghe and Xingliu in front of him, and almost popped his eyes out.
"When did you follow me here? Why didn't I notice anything?"