Death: Captain Millennium

"Ba Yunzhai, I think I have recovered. Can I remove the bandage?" Lin Yu, who had just been fed a large bowl of broth by Bayunzhai, spoke.

He looked at his body wrapped in bandages, tied up like a dumpling, feeling a little helpless. These days, he had been treated as a seriously injured patient, but in fact, his body had long recovered.

"Oh? Lin Yu, are you really okay?" Bayunzhai's eyes were filled with distrust. She carefully examined Lin Yu, as if trying to find a flaw in his expression. However, Lin Yu's face was filled with determination and confidence.

In reality, all of this was Bayunzhai's plan. She had bandaged Lin Yu so tightly, wanting him to experience the feeling of being bound. After all, Lin Yu had always disobeyed her before, and this time, she was going to teach this disobedient bastard a lesson. Thinking of the previous breast assault, Bayunzhai pinched the flesh around Lin Yu's waist and gave it a 180-degree twist.

"It hurts! Bayunzhai, please let go." Lin Yu broke out in a cold sweat from the pain. Women really hold grudges.

"It seems you are not well yet." Bayunzhai looked at Lin Yu with a smile.

Lin Yu was a bit amused and confused by Bayunzhai's questioning. He knew that Bayunzhai was deliberately trying to embarrass him. But he was not angry. Instead, he thought Bayunzhai was very cute.

Finally, at Lin Yu's insistence, Bayunzhai removed the bandages from his body. As the bandages were untied layer by layer, Lin Yu felt an unprecedented sense of relief. He stretched his limbs and found that his body had completely returned to normal.

After two weeks of recuperation, Lin Yu finally got rid of the bandages that had tied him up like a dumpling. During this time, although he couldn't move freely, he also enjoyed the meticulous care of Bayunzhai. This feeling of being cared for made him feel very warm.

In reality, Lin Yu's injuries weren't that serious; they were primarily due to exhaustion from the depletion of his spiritual power. However, Bayunzhai wrapped him up like a dumpling and took care of his daily life. While this life was comfortable, lying in bed for so long, unable to move, still made Lin Yu feel very uncomfortable.

For the first few days, Lin Yu felt quite happy. He didn't have to do anything but rest and recuperate. But as time went on, he gradually became bored. Lying in bed and staring at the ceiling every day was a torture for him.

Now, Lin Yu was finally able to move freely again. He stretched himself, feeling the strength gradually returning to his body.

You said you were injured, why didn't you ask the 4th Division to use Kaidō for treatment? Please, the concept of Kaidō didn't even exist when the Gotei 13 were alive a thousand years ago. The 4th Division became a medical team only after the great war with the Quincies.

"I'm finally free. I've been lying down for so long. I'd better go see Captain Yamamoto first." Lin Yu, who broke free from his restraints, said something to Bayunzhai and ran away.

Bayunzhai was at a loss for words. I had already let you go, but you were still afraid that I would take you back again.

"Deputy Captain Lin Yu!"

On the way to the First Division, the Shinigami who saw Lin Yu greeted him warmly. It seemed that the news of his killing of the Hollow that was about to evolve into Achukas had spread throughout the Soul Society. He was no longer just a little Karami. After being in the Shinigami world for so long, he finally had some self-defense skills.

"Captain, I'm here again."

"Kid, you've done a great job. You were able to kill a Hollow of this level with just your slashing technique and instant movement. It's worth all my time teaching you. But you should speed up your Shikai learning process. As for Kidō and Hakutatsu, take your time."

"I understand, Captain!" Lin Yu saluted.

"You came to me this time not just to report, right?" Yamamoto Motoshigekuni was very insightful and saw through Lin Yu's thoughts at once.

"Hehe, Captain, you're wise. I just wanted to ask you about Shikai." Lin Yu scratched his head, "I feel like I should be able to do it soon."

Yamamoto Shigekuni glanced at him and said, "Oh! Have you reached the threshold of Shikai? Bayunsai should have explained Shikai to you in detail."

Lin Yu nodded. "Captain Bayunsai did explain to me in detail the principles and methods of Shikai. Before that, I saw what looked like my Zanpakutō materialize in my dream. And in this fight with the Hollow, I was originally at a disadvantage, but in the end, my Zanpakutō revealed a trace of its unleashed power, which allowed me to kill that guy. However, it was a blessing in disguise, as my Reiatsu level also broke through to the fifth level."

"Tell me in detail what you saw in your dream and the circumstances of killing the Hollow." Captain Yamamoto became interested when he heard this.

Lin Yu described to the captain the scene he saw in his dream, the blue light that appeared on the blade of his Zanpakutō when he killed the Hollow, and the faint thunder-like roar.

"Lin Yu, it seems your Zanpakutō is a lightning-type. Lightning-attributed Zanpakutōs are quite formidable. Based on what you've said, all you need to master Shikai is a successful communication with your Zanpakutō. Given your current situation, you've reached level five Reiatsu before mastering Shikai. After Shikai, you should be able to rival the average captain-level combat power."

"Well, there's one more thing." Captain Yamamoto paused. "I heard that you and Captain Takenzai have a somewhat unusual relationship? After you were injured, Takenzai carried you back to Seireitei, and many Shinigami saw it. In the past, Takenzai would never show such affection to any Shinigami."

Lin Yu's heart skipped a beat. Does the captain have to care about such things?

"Yes... yes, Captain." Lin Yu answered with a stiff upper lip.

"Hmph, I don't want to get involved in your affairs as young people, but don't let it affect your work. If I find out that you've delayed the mission because of your personal feelings, don't forget the nature of the Gotei 13, or don't blame me for being rude!" Captain Yamamoto warned.

"Yes, yes, I promise I won't, Captain!" Lin Yu quickly agreed.

"Actually, it's a good thing that you can be with Bayunsai. This is a happy event for the Gotei 13. Lin Yu, come on! When you and Bayunsai get married, I will personally be your witness." Captain Yamamoto said this seriously.

"Ha! Captain, where have we gotten to now? We haven't even started yet." It seems that the captain also has some potential to be funny.

After Lin Yu left the First Division, he went straight to Bayunzhai. He had too many questions to ask her, about the first kai, and about her relationship with him.

After Lin Yu returned to the Eighth Division...

"Bayunzhai..." Lin Yu stood in front of Bayunzhai, feeling a little nervous.

Bayunzhai looked at him, a hint of subtle tenderness flashing in his eyes, "What's wrong, Lin Yu?"

"My Shikai...how can I do it?" Lin Yu went straight to the point.

Bahunsai smiled slightly, "Don't worry, you're already very close. Try to feel your Zanpakutō, listen to its name, and it will guide you."

Lin Yu nodded, closed his eyes, concentrated his mind, and practiced sword meditation again. After a moment, he seemed to hear a faint thunder, a voice from deep within his heart.

"Is this my Zanpakuto..." Lin Yu opened his eyes, with a determined light flashing in his eyes.

Bayunzhai looked at him and nodded with satisfaction, "Yes, that's it. You have taken the first step."

Lin Yu looked at Bayunzhai gratefully and said, "Thank you, Bayunzhai."

"Between us...there's no need to be so polite." Bayunzhai's tone was a little strange. She turned her head and said, "By the way, in the future, be more careful in front of others..."

Lin Yu was stunned for a moment, then he understood what she meant. He smiled awkwardly, "I understand, Captain Bayunzhai..."