Chapter 313: Home

Chapter 313: Home

(Ryoto's pov)

I was looking down at Oshizu as she was begging for her life. I'm honestly surprised that she didn't leave her body, which is literally Gigai outside of Bleach when I think about it. Maybe her fear of being killed (Ha!) makes her stay in her body.

I was never good at sending souls to Soul Society, even if—on paper—it was my job. I turned to Rin to ask her to take care of the situation. I don't believe she was aware that the nurse's assistant was a ghost in a fake body, but she sensed that Oshizu was not an ordinary girl.

"We are not here to claim your soul. We retired, but I could send you to the otherworld if you want to, I think."

Our residential ghost relaxed slightly, but she was still on guard against us.

"N-n-no t-thank you, S-S-S-S-Shinigami-sama."

She also didn't dare raise her head even after Rin confirmed that we weren't here to get her. Meanwhile, Rin realized something when she spoke to Oshizu. She turned to me with a questioning look.

"We retired... right?

"...I mean, I left our resignation letter to Yama-jii... when he was out of the office and wouldn't be there for a long time, so I wouldn't need to tell him that to his face..."

I avoided looking her in the eyes, and the realization hit her.

"Oh my God. You didn't tell Captain Commander about our departure. Are you aware of what he'll do to us when he finds out!? He'll speed up global warming and literally blow up walls of the multiverse to get to us!"

Rin was rightfully panicking as Yama-jii had a certain reputation, but I quickly calmed her down.

"Don't worry, Rin. I thought of it and did something to prevent it." Rin calmed, hearing my confidence. "I left my favorite lollipop flavor there together with the letter." And just as quickly as her mood improved, it plummeted down.

"We are doomed." Rin's head dropped low, and I quickly rested my hand on her head.

"Don't worry, Rin, I was just joking. I did leave a lollipop, but it wasn't the only thing I did. I cashed as many favors as I could and even did some work so it would last for some time. He'll forgive us. He feels indebted to us, especially me, for finishing something he couldn't."

This was the end of our conversation, so I clapped my hands to change the solemn mood.

"Now, Mikado-sensei. You asked how you can help me. With another examination, of course! We are in need of your expertise. There have been a lot of changes since I last saw you."

Ryouko looked at Oshizu, who was still kneeling on the floor and then turned back to me.

"I assume that whatever you want me to check has to do with Oshizu's reaction."

I gestured 'kind of' with my hand.

"It's a part of it, yes, but there is much more for you to see. I even doubt that you'll manage to test everything in one day."

That picked her interest.

"You really know how to pick a girl's interest, don't you."

Ritsu appeared on my screen, and she saluted.

"Yes, I'll inform them immediately, Ryoto."

I smiled at her. "Thank you, Ritsu. You are wonderful." She would be very helpful with all the paperwork in Soul Society.

I put my phone back and turned to Mikan, who seemed worried. It seems my words were badly interpreted.

I whispered to Lala's ear to give me some space, but she didn't want to, although, with some persuasive words, she reluctantly let go of me. I gave her a chaste kiss on her cheek as a thank you.

I approached Mikan until I was standing in front of her.

"Did something happen, Ryoto?" She asked, but the only answer she got was a hug from me. I would have hugged Rito back in school, but I didn't want to embarrass him in front of the class.

Mikan panicked as I picked her up off the ground.

"R-Ryoto!? Put me down! Don't treat me like a child!"

Her protest stopped as she realized that my body was shaking slightly. It was just my emotions trying to have an out but I didn't want to let them.

"I missed you, Mikan."

My little sister, who was a bit too mature for her age, realized that something was not right.

"What happened, Ryoto." This time, the question was said much more gently.

I finally put her down and looked in the eyes.

"More than you could guess. I'll explain when everyone gets back. In the meantime, how about we make some snacks together."

She agreed, and I realized something. I got a bit used to having only one arm, and it showed as I worked my magic. I also forgot where most tools were kept, and Mikan looked strangely at me when I asked.

We didn't do anything fancy, so we were done fairly fast. I also need to mention that Lala reattached herself to me. Mikan was already used to Lala's antics, so she didn't even mention it.

"By the way, Ryoto. Someone dropped a package for you."

Now, that was something surprising. I don't remember ordering anything, but that isn't saying much at this point, so I went to check it out. It wasn't a big package, but it wasn't small either. The only information on it was to whom it was sent, and the sender's name and the sender's name were what made my eyes go wide.

It was a package from Karen.

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