Part 8: The Past, 2-1

Hah... Huh...

Hah!

Well, that's quite impressive, Byakuya.

I see you're working very hard.

Grandfather! What an unsuspected surprise!

Did you decide to rest here today, rather than at the barracks?

Mhm.

So what do you say, Byakuya? How about taking a break from practice for a while?

I brought someone here to see you.

Me?

Hahahahaha!

It's you, cat monster!

Cat monster? That's what I get for coming over to visit? And I went out of my way to make a special trip.

Oh, please!

When did I ever say I wanted you to come here and visit me?!

As the next head of the Kuchiki clan, I don't wish to be involved in your games. They're not fun!

Oh, is that so?

Hehehe. Hahahaha!

It may be games to you, but I'd be worried about the clan's future if a mere girl was able to steal a headband so easily off its leader's head!

Looks like you lost!

I do see. It appears you're trying to make me really angry.

Fine. I guess you'll have to find out for yourself!

The fact of the matter is, I'm about to prove that my Flash Step is far superior to yours!

............

Oh, that boy.

There's no telling how far Byakuya would go, if he could just find some way to control his temper.

Nothing I can do about it now. Guess I'll have some tea.

Nice. Your skill is even better than I was told.

What is your name again, young warrior?

Gin. I am Gin Ichimaru.

And how did you find our third seat?

Terrible. No competition at all.

Interesting.

Glad to hear it.