Chapter 2: Back to the Fold

So, I've got Squad 11 this time.

You used to work there, so you should know how they work. Lucky you.

Yeah, I guess. It's just that there probably won't be anything for me to do.

The captain and lieutenant of Squad 11 are never there, right? How do they get any work done?

It's just structured so that things work out without their presence.

Hey, we've been waiting for you. You took your sweet time getting here.

Huh? Was there rush work that needed to get done?

Nah, nothing like that. But don't you think this is the perfect opportunity?

You've got your Zanpakuto and I've got mine. Let's fight it out to see which team's stronger!

I do consider Zabimaru to be competent enough to be my opponent.

Well, thanks and right back at ya!

Squad 11's a cool place! Let's do it, Renji!

Woah now, guys.

Looks like Zabimaru's up for it. Is their master just gonna sit back and watch?

You really think I would? Hell, no! Of course I'll take you up on that fight!

That's what I'm talking about! Get ready for this, Renji!

I will admit that you do live up to the reputation of being the Zanpakuto of Squad 6's lieutenant.

You're not so bad yourself. You're surprisingly agile for such a big body.

Whoever loses the next round treats everyone to dinner. You game?

Yeah, I like that. Hey, Zabimaru! Get ready for another battle!

Ehh... I'm hungry.

What's wrong with you? Hold off on the complaining until after we're done.

But we haven't even had lunch yet! Lunch is more important than dinner right now!

Ugh, fine. I'll bring you some snacks. Once you're done eating that, get ready to resume!

...What do these guys think they came here to do?

They're here in place of our lieutenant.

Oh, then I guess it's just business as usual.