Chapter 92: Brother-in-Law Is Not Here
After the two of them stepped into a new world, Masatsuki Aozaki took a moment to rest, shifting back into his human form before dressing and leaving the 2nd Division.
As the 3rd Seat, he could come and go from the barracks freely without anyone stopping him. However, to maintain the dignified image of a responsible officer, he decided it wouldn't be wise to let his subordinates catch him slacking off. Instead, he chose the more discreet route—scaling the walls and heading straight for West Rukongai.
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A light drizzle fell.
After weaving through a dense cluster of grand mansions, Shingū Tsunayashiro finally caught sight of the towering council chamber.
Pushing open the doors, he stepped inside to find that the elders had been waiting for quite some time.
"What's going on? Why has Takasugi Hirofumi been imprisoned in the Nest of Maggots?" His voice was sharp with accusation.
Tamaba Tsunayashiro's lips curled slightly in a mocking smile.
"Your Excellency Shingū, this is the Tsunayashiro Clan's elder council. Is there a need for such outbursts?"
"Don't forget your position—you're an elder yourself, representing the dignity of this family."
Shingū Tsunayashiro's expression darkened. He had no retort to Tamaba's ridicule, knowing that the latter's influence within the main family far exceeded his own.