Chapter 10: Appearance
"I think it's time for the chosen one to enter the Golden Treasure 26," said the king. "My thoughts exactly. I'll make her Vice-captain of my squad once she enters," said Kazuya. "Do just that," said the king. "Yes my lord," replied Kazuya.
"Alright! That ends our lesson. Skye, I've something I want to tell you. The three or you leave use," said Kazuya. "We're all friends Professor Kohei. Isn't it alright for them to know?" asked Skye. "... Very well. Skye, the king wants you to enter the Golden Treasure 26 Vice-captain of squad 6," said Kazuya. "But..." said Skye. "This is a command Skye, not a request," said Kazuya. "Give me some time. I want to think about it," said Skye.
Skye went to her parents' hospital room. "Father, Mother," said Skye. "What brings you here Skye?" asked Kiyoshi. "I... The king wants me to enter Golden Treasure 26 as Vice-captain commander and Vice-captain. I don't know what I should do. Please tell me," said Skye. "Skye, we're your parents but we want you to do what you like. We aren't going to force you to follow our decision but I think you should enter it since it's the king's request," said Kaori. "Don't force yourself to follow our decisions," said Kiyoshi. "Of course I won't Father, Mother," said Skye with a forced smile.
Skye went back to her room. She sat on her bed. She thought of her future. She did not know what she was going to do after she entered the Golden Treasure 26 but she knew there was a reason for the king's rushed request: One of the 26 treasure chests had opened. She knew she was the only one who could stop it but she did not want to leave Kashino, White and Hiroshi.
"Professor Kohei?" said Skye. "What's wrong Skye?" asked Kohei, coming out of his seat in his office. "I've decided to enter the Golden Treasure 26," said Skye firmly. "That's good to hear! Welcome to the Golden Treasure Skye!" exclaimed Kazuya. "Thanks you... Captain!" said Skye.
"She has agreed to enter the Golden Treasure 26. I'll introduce her to the rest of them tomorrow," said Kazuya. "So as you like. Remember to teach her how things work there," said the king. "Of course my lord. I've heard that Captain Kaori and Kiyoshi have left the Royal Clinic. Is it true?" asked Kazuya. "Yes. They'll be back at the Golden Treasure 26 tomorrow," said the king. "I'll take my leave now," said Kazuya.
Skye went to look for Kashino, Hiroshi and White. She had to tell them about what had happened. "What's wrong Skye?" asked White as she entered the Year 1 Special A classroom. "I-" said Skye. "There's no need to explain Skye. We've heard all about it," said Hiroshi. "But this might be our final chance to meet," said Skye. "As long we're still in the line of Shinigami, we're sure to meet someday," said Kashino. "Well... You know... You three have always called me by my first name... Can I-" said Skye. "Of course!" said White, Kashino and Hiroshi together. "Thank you... Sayuri, Kashino and Daisuke!" exclaimed Skye. "Wait, why are you calling only me by my Second name?" asked Kashino. "Cause your first name's weird!" exclaimed Skye as she left the room.
"Squad 6, assemble!" shouted Kazuya. -Running footsteps- "Today I shall make some changes to the squad positions. Skye Kuchiki,who just entered the Squad today, shall be the Vice-captain of Squad 6. Manabu Shiba shall be moved from Vice-captain of Squad 6 to Squad 6 3rd seat. Masahiro Masao shall be moved from Squad 6 3rd seat to Squad 6 4th seat and so on," said Kazuya. "Now Skye, it's time for your introduction," said Kazuya.
-whispers- "I'll never accept her as Vice-captain Commander!" "She's just a rookie!" "And a 9 year old!" "How could she replace Vice-captain Commander Shiba!" Kazuya shouted,"Are you all so free? All of you can either go clean up for the Gotei 13 or continue with your work!" The Shinigami stopped whispering and shouted,"We'll continue with our work Captain!"
"Don't mind them. They'll come to accept it after awhile," said a Shinigami. Skye said,"Who are-" Kiyoshi came, interrupted her and said,"Be polite Skye. This is Captain Ryo, Captain Kaito Ryo." "I'm sorry for being rude Captain Ryo," said Skye. "You're new. It's alright but call me Captain Kaito. Calling me Captain Ryo makes me feel like I'm my father," said Kaito. "Yes Captain Kaito," replied Skye.
"Well you know too that Vice-captain Manabu, well I guess I should call him 3rd seat Manabu, is well-known for his leadership and the trust he gained from his men. It'll take them time to accept this," said Kaito. "I'm not going to let them come to accept this! I'll make them accept it willingly! I'll prove to everyone I can be Vice-captain Commander and Vice-captain!" said Skye as she flash stepped away. "No wonder the king has his eyes on her. She's really special," said Kaito.
Skye went back to the Squad office. She thought about how she was going to find the treasure chest that opened. That was, after all, the reason she entered Golden Treasure 26. She thought of going to the library but would it have the information? It was worth a try. "I want to use the restricted section of the library," said Skye to a Shinigami. "B-but-" stammered the Shinigami. "Out with it!" said Skye frustratingly. "S-someone said to n-not give you access to the r-restricted section," replied the Shinigami. "Who is it?" said Skye in rage. "It is I," said a cold voice.
Skye turned around. It was a Shinigami. Skye said, "Wh-" The Shinigami interupted her,"I'm the 5th Captain, Aizen Sosuke. I'm the one who opened the chest. I'm another one who knows the secret. I'm the one who'll destroy the Shinigami and the one you'll follow!" "I'll never follow you. I owe my life to my parents and the Soul Society. I'll never betray them," Skye said with determination. "Very well. I'll not be persistent this time but I'll give you a little gift," said Aizen. He pointed to Skye with his fingers. "This'll be enough to keep you quiet," he said again. Aizen vanished and a hollow mask appeared on Skye. "W-what," said Skye. She never got to finish her sentence. She had fainted.