Restricted Death

Chapter 28 Rukia on the Stage
The Spiritual Arts Academy Square is close to the high platform inside.

This is where each class will perform later.

Kyoraku Shunsui and his group of captains had already arrived here and gathered together to discuss.

There was also a notice posted nearby with the program list and start time.

"The first program is the student council's," Kyoraku Shunsui said, stroking his chin. "Kanisawa, Hinamori Momo, and Rukia—their names sound like they're very cute girls."

Fortunately, Ise Nanao is not around now, otherwise she would definitely look at him with contempt.

"I've seen Rukia, she's really cute." said Shiba Kaiyan.

Kyoraku Shunsui's eyes lit up when he heard this. Admiring beautiful girls was one of his greatest pleasures.

"I have always suspected that Tachikawa has not graduated just to stay in the student union and enjoy the good life." Shiba Haiyan mentioned the letter again, and it can be seen that he has a deep resentment in his heart.

Ukitake Jushiro and Aizen were chatting idly.

Kuchiki Ginling stood aside with a leisurely look on his face, smiling but not saying a word. Although he was not the oldest person present, he was already a grandfather, and even his grandson was married. In fact, he was not very interested in this so-called cultural festival. He was willing to come this time to give face to Shiba Kaiyan. His grandson was about the same age as Shiba Kaiyan, and would succeed him in the future. The two of them would spend a long time together in the future.

He originally wanted to bring his grandson along, but ever since that incident, his grandson has become increasingly taciturn and unwilling to interact with others.

This made Xiumu Yinling very worried. His son had died in the line of duty, and now all his hopes were placed on his grandson.

Many people had already gathered around the stage, waiting for the performance to begin. Because Kyoraku and his friends were the captains, someone voluntarily gave up their seats in the front row for them.

Comrade Kyoraku Shunsui and his nephew were discussing something when they caught a glimpse of Ise Nanao and Matsumoto Rangiku in the crowd not far away. They waved and greeted them.

"Nanao-chan!"

Ise Nanao pretended not to see anything and just chatted with Matsumoto Rangiku.

This made Kyoraku Shunsui feel very hurt, and Shiba Kaien couldn't help laughing when she saw this scene.

"You are already here."

At this time, Unohana Retsu came here with Totetsu Yuune and Nobuya.

"Captain Unohana." Aizen greeted with a smile.

"Captain Unohana, how do you feel after your visit?"

"This cultural festival is really lively, and many things are well done."

"Yeah," Kyoraku Shunsui agreed, "I wish we had this kind of festival when we were in school."

He and Ukitake Jushiro were the first batch of students at the Spiritual Arts Academy. The principal at that time was still the captain-general. However, the Spiritual Arts Academy was still very simple in all aspects at that time. It had just been rebuilt from the captain-general's Yuanzijuku.

While several captains were chatting, Xin didn't say much, just stood quietly by.

Not long after, a man walked to the middle of the platform. He was the Minister of Literature and Art of the Student Union, and he delivered an opening speech.

"Welcome everyone to the first cultural festival of the Shinō Spiritual Arts Academy. Next, each class will present a performance carefully prepared to celebrate the festival. Please enjoy it."

"First up is a dance piece by student council members Kanizawa, Rukia, and Hinamori Momo..."

The students might not have known Rukia and Hinamori Momo very well, but Kanizawa, the head of the Discipline Inspection Department, was a serious, ruthless figure, a familiar figure to them. This made them even more curious about what Kanizawa's dance would look like. Amidst the enthusiastic cheers from the audience, the head of the Arts Department retreated, and three figures slowly emerged from behind the curtains.

Walking in front was Momo Hinamori. She had changed into a bright pink kimono and put on careful makeup, which made her look much more mature.

Following behind was Rukia. Compared to Hinamori, she still had an unconcealable shyness on her face, and seemed not to be used to wearing such clothes in such a public occasion.

Kanizawa still had an expressionless face, but her slightly stiff steps showed that she was very uncomfortable.

"That's great..." Kyoraku Shunsui watched the scene with a smile. He thought to himself, it would be great if these cute and beautiful girls would all come to the Eighth Division after graduation.

The venue gradually quieted down spontaneously, but this silence put more pressure on the three girls on the stage. The sound of the orchestra playing backstage also slowly began to rise at this moment.

Shinya watched the scene with a smile, and suddenly caught a glimpse of the captain of the Sixth Division, Kuchiki Ginrin, who was staring at Rukia on the stage.

The calm and steady captain of the Sixth Division was now feeling turbulent waves in his heart.

picture!so similar!
The girl on the stage looks exactly like the granddaughter-in-law of the Kuchiki family whom he has never acknowledged!
"Rukia, come on!"

Suddenly, an inappropriate voice was heard in the crowd. Everyone looked over with displeasure and saw a red-haired boy waving excitedly towards the stage.

Rukia, who was already nervous and shy, blushed even more and cursed Renci in her heart for being an idiot.

Xin looked at Xiumu Yinling's reaction thoughtfully.

It was inevitable that Rukia would be discovered by the Kuchiki family, and it might happen a little earlier than originally planned.

No matter what, Byakuya Kuchiki is at least genuinely kind to Rukia.

But being in the Kuchiki family may not be so easy for Rukia. Having a strong, excellent, strict and indifferent brother makes her even less confident.

The performance has begun. Three girls are dancing slowly on the stage to the music. Their dance style is soft and gentle, as if they are telling a touching story.

Although the three of them are not professionals, they still make many people enjoy watching it.

Not only in the Spiritual Arts Academy, but in the entire Soul Society, there is a lack of entertainment activities. Except for a limited number of noble members, most people have never seen this kind of dance drama.

The three girls on the stage have different styles and looks, and many people are immersed in them.

Although this dance drama might not even be considered average based on Xin's level of appreciation, it was a school activity after all, so there was no need to be too harsh on it.

A few minutes later, the song ended.

Kanizawa, Hinamori Momo, and Rukia took their bows and left the stage, and the audience erupted in warm cheers and applause.

"it is good!"

Kyoraku Shunsui also clapped and cheered out of courtesy.

However, Xiumu Yinling suddenly said at this moment: "Excuse me everyone, I remembered that I have something else to do, so I'll take my leave now."

The other captains were a little surprised when they heard this. Zhiba Haiyan thought to herself, is this dance really that bad?

But Xiumu Yinling didn't explain much and just turned around and left.

(End of this chapter)