Chapter 3: Izuru's Agony

Izuru, are you comfortable working with Squad 13 now?

To an extent, yes.

That's good to hear. Sure, it's only for a short time, but you're a member of our squad right now.

If you run into any trouble or if anything feels inconvenient to you, just let me know, okay?

Yes, sir. Thank you.

You know, you've been acting kind of awkward. Are you sure you're okay?

Oh, uh... It's just that...

...I've always heard rumors that you are very kind, but actually being here, I realize how true that is.

Hahaha! That's an overstatement. I wouldn't let that bother you. Just be yourself.

I thought this would be a good chance for me to learn about Squad 3 while you're here. So it works both ways.

......

(Why is he being so nice to me?)

(Is he testing me?)

There always seems to be something going on in the Squad 11 training grounds.

Even from outside we can still hear their non-stop yelling and the sounds of their swords bashing together.

Actually, it sounds like there might be something else going on.

Captain Ukitake! Good to see you, sir!

Hey, there. Looks like Squad 11's always full of energy.

I'll say. I decided to join them for their early-morning training.

And you're still going? That's kind of amazing.

Izuru! You're here, so you might as well join us for a few rounds!

Huh?

Yeah, that's a good idea! Come on, join us!

Wait, what?

Alright! I'm your first opponent!

Wait, stop! Why am I doing this?!

Wow. Squad 11 really push it to the limits when it comes to training, don't they?

C-Captain Ukitake! I'm not sure the comment was necessary, but can you please help me out of this?!

Izuru! Pay attention! Strike back!

I just want to know why I have to participate in Squad 11's training too!

Stop nitpicking over the little details!

Haaaahhhhh!!!

Yaaaahhhhh!!!

Woah, I wasn't expecting that. What was that loud sound? ...Uh oh.

Oh, shoot! The training area's completely destroyed.

Tsk, tsk. You did this last time too. Don't you ever learn?

Well, we need to go apologize! And then we have to get it fixed! Izuru, come with us!

Why do I have to go too? I didn't do anything, did I?!

I told you not to nitpick on the details!

Come on, let's go!

Why meeeee?!