Chapter 1

All right! I think that just about does it.

Very well. Then we need to report to Captain Ukitake.

Captain! Preparations are complete!

Hey! Wait a second, Sentaro! Don't think you can steal my thunder!

(Those two never change...)

Is everything ready?

Yes, sir! We can begin whenever you like.

We have some drinks ready here, so if you could start the party with a short speech...

Thank you. Well, let's not stifle the mood with formalities.

From here on, we'll need to work together to succeed. Which is precisely why we should all get to know each other as much as we can. Cheers!

Cheers!

Come now, you don't need to fuss over me today. With all the other members here, wouldn't this be a good chance to socialize?

Absolutely not! I shall remain by your side, Captain!

I too want to remain by your side, Captain!

But...

Besides, I'm your right hand, Captain. I could never concede that position to any of these greenhorns!

Don't try and cheat Sentaro, you know that's my spot you're talking about!

No, it's mine!

If this is how you're going to be, then I practically have no choice! It's on!

Are Sentaro and Kiyone all right?

Oh my. I think they might have had a little too much to drink.

Rukia, I'm sorry but would you make some tea to sober them up a little?

Of course. Oh, sorry. It looks like we're out. I'll go buy some immediately.

I'm sorry to have to ask, but thank you.