Chapter 21 Kind Big Sister
Tachikawa Shin was also a bit surprised that Kotetsu Isane would ask so directly. He mused and replied, "As long as it's something I don't know, I'm very happy to learn."
Hearing this, Kotetsu Isane couldn't help but tilt her head, thinking that this should count as an affirmative answer.
She chuckled, "I've seen your file. Your Zanpakuto is a Healing Arts System type, right?"
Tachikawa Shin said, "I suppose so. I just awakened my Zanpakuto not long ago, and I haven't fully explored its specific abilities yet, but it does indeed possess the power to perform Koten."
"Then there's no mistake."
Currently, the most famous Healing Arts System Zanpakuto in the Soul Society belongs to Squad Four Captain Retsu Unohana, Minazuki, which after Shikai can transform into a giant, flat, one-eyed flying fish that swallows people into its belly for healing.
Kotetsu Isane began to explain, "I came to the Spiritual Arts Academy to substitute teach today, and incidentally, I wanted to meet you. I'll be direct with some things. When Spiritual Arts Academy students are assigned to Squads after graduation, it's primarily based on a comprehensive evaluation of their preferred Squads and various abilities. Because your Zanpakuto is a Healing Arts System type, which is quite rare to be honest, you're more suited to our Fourth Division. Our Fourth Division will also apply to the Spiritual Arts Academy to have you directly assigned to us when you graduate. What are your thoughts on this?"
Tachikawa Shin was not surprised by this. He knew this would be the case ever since he started publicly stating that his Zanpakuto was a Healing Arts System type.
"What rank?"
Kotetsu Isane asked strangely, "What did you say?"
"I mean, if I go to the Fourth Division, what rank will I be?"
"... ..."
Kotetsu Isane was stunned for a moment. She quickly asked, "Do you mean... you want to become a seated officer directly after joining the Fourth Division?"
Tachikawa Shin nodded with a calm expression.
Kotetsu Isane: "... ..."
She thought Tachikawa Shin didn't understand, so she patiently explained, "Graduates of the Spiritual Arts Academy, after joining Squad Thirteen, all have to start as regular Squad members, slowly familiarizing themselves with Squad duties and improving themselves. Only if their abilities are excellent and meet the standards do they have a chance to become a seated officer."
Tachikawa Shin also laughed, "I apologize, Lieutenant Kiyone Kotetsu, perhaps my question just now was presumptuous."
Kotetsu Isane looked at Tachikawa Shin gently, "It's alright."
She felt that Tachikawa Shin truly didn't understand such matters, and in their face-to-face conversation, she found him increasingly pleasant, like a very cute younger brother who would likely become a very reliable Squad member in the future.
Tachikawa Shin then said, "Thank you, Lieutenant Kiyone Kotetsu, I will seriously consider the Fourth Division when I graduate."
"Eh?"
Kotetsu Isane didn't react for a moment. She looked at the boy, who was much shorter than herself, and still patiently said, "Perhaps I didn't explain clearly. Because of your Zanpakuto's unique nature, you will definitely be assigned to our Fourth Division after you graduate. Of course, I hope you yourself are also willing to come to our Fourth Division. During class just now, I noticed you were listening very attentively, unlike many other students. You must be interested in Koten, right? After coming to the Fourth Division, you can learn more knowledge and practical applications related to advanced Koten. Our Fourth Division's Captain is also the most skilled doctor in the Soul Society..."
Tachikawa Shin countered, "Regarding being directly assigned to the Fourth Division, is there no room for maneuver?"
Kotetsu Isane couldn't help but purse her lips, "Tachikawa student, do you not want to come to the Fourth Division?"
"Not at all, it's just that I haven't fully decided on this matter yet."
"That's normal. I know, Tachikawa student, that your grades at the Spiritual Arts Academy are excellent, and you're also the Student Council president. You must have many ideas and plans for the future. Many Squad members, after coming to the Fourth Division, will apply to be transferred to other Squads in the future. But since your Zanpakuto is a Healing Arts System type, you are destined to be someone who will achieve great things in Koten. Our Fourth Division offers very generous and substantial benefits, and medical Shinigami are also highly respected..."
Listening to Kotetsu Isane earnestly explain matters concerning the Fourth Division, Tachikawa Shin suddenly couldn't help but laugh. He felt that she was a very kind and somewhat naive person.
If Matsumoto Rangiku had encountered his subtle evasion, she would definitely have lost her temper.
But Kotetsu Isane seemed not to notice.
"Tachikawa student?" Kotetsu Isane felt strange when she saw Tachikawa Shin inexplicably start laughing.
Tachikawa Shin quickly explained, "Forgive my rudeness, Lieutenant Kiyone Kotetsu. I couldn't help myself because I felt a little joy in my heart that such a beautiful, gentle, and knowledgeable important person like yourself specifically came to speak with me about these things."
"Eh... Is, is that so..."
Kotetsu Isane felt her cheeks slightly warm as she heard him praise her like that, and she subconsciously smoothed her braid.
[Affection: 18]
"So, Tachikawa student, I hope you can be mentally prepared for this. The Fourth Division will welcome your arrival. Koten is a very profound field of study. If you are willing to diligently delve into it, you will surely come to love it from the bottom of your heart. Moreover, the sense of accomplishment brought by healing patients and the injured each time is something other Squads do not have," Kotetsu Isane said gently.
"I understand, Lieutenant Kiyone Kotetsu. Thank you very much for coming, but I still need two years until I graduate."
"Two years?"
Kotetsu Isane mused, "Before the Spiritual Arts Academy started, I remember seeing your file. At that time, the assessment stated that you could graduate early. Why would it still take two years?"
Tachikawa Shin also said with a serious expression, "I am currently the Spiritual Arts Academy's Student Council president. The Student Council was established not long ago, and there are still many immature aspects. After all, this was a suggestion I originally made to the Spiritual Arts Academy, and the Spiritual Arts Academy approved it. Therefore, I hope to do a bit more for the Student Council, and graduate only when the Student Council has truly gotten on track and stabilized. I hope you can understand."
Kotetsu Isane understood and couldn't help but say, "Tachikawa student is truly dedicated and responsible. That's very rare. I believe you will definitely become a respected and excellent Shinigami in the future."
Tachikawa Shin smiled and said, "I think Lieutenant Kiyone Kotetsu is just such a person. You teach our classes and also came to tell me these things. I am very grateful."
Kotetsu Isane was a little embarrassed, "You praise me too much."
[Affection: 22]
This affection is increasing so fast!
If he were to join the Fourth Division after graduation, he should be able to receive many rewards from Kotetsu Isane.
However, it probably wouldn't be so easy with the Fourth Division's Captain Retsu Unohana.
Tachikawa Shin mused to himself.
Kotetsu Isane bid farewell and then left. She felt that her trip had been fruitful. This Tachikawa Shin was indeed a very promising junior, which made her feel a little pleased. She had both completed her Captain's mission and the Fourth Division would be able to attract talent in the future.
The Captain will definitely be happy too!