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Aozaki Reiji poured a cup of tea for Yoruichi, then sat opposite her and began to explain the Hakuda techniques he had learned from Yamamoto.
At first, Yoruichi Shihouin remained calm, listening and drinking.
But soon, she showed a look of surprise, nodding occasionally, like a good student.
"So that's it! It seems the moves I secretly learned before only had the form but not the essence."
"Captain-Commander Yamamoto's power exertion technique is truly amazing! Following this technique, spiritual pressure and the spirit body are highly coordinated, allowing for super strong explosive power!"
"Hakuda performed with this method as its foundation appears no different from ordinary Hakuda, but the hidden power within it probably surpasses most Kido."
"In terms of explosive power alone, even my Shunko is slightly inferior."
Listening to Yoruichi speak eloquently, Aozaki Reiji's attention was instantly drawn, and he thought to himself, 'Is this perhaps the genius who can create combat arts? She actually figured out the effects that Yamamoto's Hakuda techniques could achieve just like that.'
Yoruichi Shihouin tilted her head, resting her hand on her cheek, looking at him with interest, and said with a smile, "You're just going to tell me such an important secret technique like that?"
Aozaki Reiji pouted, "Old man Yamamoto only said that Ikkotsu and Nikotsu couldn't be taught to outsiders; he didn't say that other things couldn't be taught."
"Besides, didn't you also say you'd teach me Shunko? Can Shunko be taught to outsiders? If so, I'll teach it to old man Yamamoto, and everyone can benefit mutually."
"I might not be at ease teaching it to others, but with the Captain-Commander, it's no problem." Yoruichi Shihouin blinked, "I'm just afraid the Captain-Commander won't even care for my combat art."
Aozaki Reiji had been observing Yoruichi Shihouin and noticed that when she said this, she didn't even frown, appearing very casual.
Aozaki Reiji's mind raced. This seemed a bit interesting... What would it be like to use Sokotsu when activating Shunko?
Yoruichi Shihouin still smiled brightly, "Reiji, how much of this Hakuda technique have you learned? It's your turn to guide me now, right?"
Aozaki Reiji had just learned it today, and guiding the Hakuda master in front of him was indeed a difficult task. He scratched his head, thought for a moment, and then his gaze suddenly fell on Yoruichi, and he smiled slightly:
"I've pretty much learned it all; the rest is just a matter of proficiency."
Yoruichi Shihouin rolled her eyes. If he wanted a sparring partner, he should just say so. He was being shy with this lady. Who didn't know what kind of person he was?
Yoruichi saw through his thoughts and smiled, pursing her lips, "No matter what move or technique, proficiency is very important. If you're not proficient yourself, teaching others will inevitably lead to mistakes."
"Since that's the case, I'll spar with you."
Aozaki Reiji smiled and cupped his hands, "Then I thank Princess Yoruichi."
Yoruichi Shihouin was known as the Princess of the Shihouin Family, so his flattery was not incorrect.
"Princess..." Yoruichi paused, her smile growing wider.
Seeing her rosy complexion, Aozaki Reiji suddenly laughed, "So cute..."
Before he could finish speaking, Yoruichi Shihouin slammed her teacup heavily on the table: "Mind your own business... Hurry up and drink; once you're done, we'll go spar."
After they finished their tea, they went to the Hakuda dojo, changed into Hakuda training uniforms, and began practicing according to Yamamoto's Hakuda techniques.
When she first started practicing, Yoruichi was still a little unaccustomed, always unable to accurately grasp the timing of spiritual pressure release.
But with Aozaki Reiji's guidance, she gradually became more proficient.
"Hah!"
Yoruichi Shihouin's expression was serious, the sky suddenly lost its color, and a blue light, like a falling meteor, cut through space and arrived in an instant.
Aozaki Reiji was not to be outdone. While releasing his spiritual pressure, he punched out, colliding with the blue light.
With an earth-shattering roar, both sides flew backward, adjusted their postures in mid-air, and landed steadily on the ground.
A seemingly all-powerful punch was blocked by Aozaki Reiji... Yoruichi Shihouin couldn't help but swallow, understanding where his reputation as a genius came from.
After a long while, Yoruichi Shihouin finally spoke with difficulty, "Well done, but your spiritual pressure isn't contained enough, and your Exploit efficiency is too low. This is a huge waste."
Aozaki Reiji walked over and nodded, recalling the scene of Yamamoto using Hakuda.
On the surface, it looked very ordinary, with no visible spiritual pressure being released, unlike himself, who was glowing.
Yoruichi Shihouin chuckled and said, "Today's training ends here. It's getting late. Let's rest for a bit. You still have class tomorrow."
The two sat down by the tea table, and Yoruichi Shihouin's gaze fell on Aozaki Reiji.
Aozaki Reiji also looked at himself, really not understanding what she meant, as he wasn't injured.
Yoruichi suddenly said, "Don't you want to know what I discussed with the Captain-Commander today?"
"You both said it was important, so of course, it's not convenient for me to ask. But if you want to say it, I'm all ears." Aozaki Reiji spread his hands.
Yoruichi Shihouin said pitifully, "I can't believe you don't care about me at all. I really misjudged you."
Aozaki Reiji said indifferently, "Say it if you want to, otherwise, I'm going to sleep."
"Don't!"
Yoruichi Shihouin grabbed Aozaki Reiji, met his gaze for a moment, and then conceded.
"Actually, it's about succeeding as the Captain of the 2nd Division. How about it? Soon, you'll have to call me Captain Yoruichi."
Aozaki Reiji said expressionlessly, "Oh..."
Yoruichi narrowed her eyes and pouted, "Aren't you surprised at all?"
"Isn't it only a matter of time before you become the Captain of the 2nd Division? What's there to be surprised about?" Aozaki Reiji pinched her small face.
Yoruichi Shihouin didn't struggle and suddenly said, "Reiji..."
Aozaki Reiji raised an eyebrow, "Hmm? Does Captain have any instructions?"
Yoruichi Shihouin looked into his eyes, "You probably can't learn anything more at the Shin'o Academy with your strength, can you? How long do you plan to stay cooped up in that small place?"
Aozaki Reiji had thought of everything but never expected Yoruichi to say such a thing. He said in astonishment, "I don't know."
Actually, his original plan was to study at the Shin'o Academy for six years and graduate through the normal process.
But seeing Aizen's actions last time made him have some other thoughts.
So he was very conflicted now.
Yoruichi Shihouin understood what he meant. This answer made her ponder for a moment, and she didn't know how to speak. After a long while, she finally blurted out:
"Consider your own future; don't have too many worries. You have at most five more years at the Shin'o Academy. Five years isn't long, and the doors of the Second Division will always be open for you."
Aozaki Reiji was deeply moved, his face beaming as he leaned closer to Yoruichi Shihouin: "Oh, our Princess is just modest. If you want me, you don't need to use the Second Division as a pretext..."
Yoruichi Shihouin smiled and reached out to press on Reiji's face: "Go to sleep, you brat..."
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