New Journey Begins
Introduction: The Shihōin Siblings
Two years have passed since the end of the Quincy War.
During the war's aftermath, Yoruichi Shihōin mysteriously vanished from Soul Society, abandoning both her noble responsibilities and her position as Captain of Squad 2 and Commander of the Onmitsukidō. Her disappearance led to her being stripped of her titles, and her younger brother, Anos Shihōin, was appointed as the new clan head at the age of five.
Now, years later, Yoruichi has finally returned—but things are far from normal.
Instead of reclaiming her leadership roles, she chose to live in seclusion inside the Shihōin Manor, where only she and Anos reside. She kicked out all the servants, claiming Anos deserved privacy, but in reality, she's just overprotective as hell.
As for Anos? He's too carefree to care.
Despite being ridiculously powerful, the young clan head has zero interest in acting like a noble. Instead, he spends his days annoying Yoruichi, playing video games, and doing anything but training. His personality? Lazy, innocent, and completely clueless when it comes to emotions—especially romance.
But while his life seems normal… strange things lurk in the shadows.
And tonight, those shadows will reveal themselves.
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Morning in the Shihōin Manor
The Shihōin Manor, once a lively place filled with noble retainers, was now eerily silent—except for the occasional grunts and yelling coming from the living quarters.
"Anos! Stop biting me, you little brat!" Yoruichi shouted, trying to shake off her younger brother.
Anos was latched onto her cheek, biting it like a piece of candy. "Hungry."
"Then go make something yourself!" she groaned, trying to pry him off.
With a pop, he finally let go and sat back, rubbing his stomach. "Too much work. I'd rather eat your dark-chocolate-flavored cheeks."
Yoruichi froze.
"…Did you just say my cheek tastes like chocolate?"
Anos blinked. "Yeah?"
Yoruichi narrowed her eyes. "Are you licking my face when I'm not looking?"
Anos shrugged. "I mean, I have to test the flavor somehow."
SMACK!
A pillow flew straight into his face.
"Idiot! I am NOT your breakfast!"
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Afternoon Chaos
After a very one-sided pillow fight, Yoruichi eventually made breakfast, and the day continued.
Yoruichi spent most of the afternoon training, while Anos… well, Anos was supposed to be preparing for his upcoming Soul Reaper Academy entrance exams.
Instead, he was outside, throwing rice crackers into the koi pond.
"Tch. Weaklings," he muttered, watching the fish struggle over the food.
Yoruichi passed by and flicked his forehead. "Stop bullying the fish and go study."
"I already memorized everything," Anos said lazily.
Yoruichi raised an eyebrow. "Oh really? Then tell me the Kido incantation for a Level 10 spell."
Anos smirked. "Pass."
SMACK!
Another pillow to the face.
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Late Night – The Black Figures
Night arrived, and as usual, Anos was still awake, playing video games in his room.
Yoruichi, stretched out on the couch in the same room, was quietly reading a book. The soft blue glow of the screen flickered in the dimly lit space.
Then, Anos saw them.
Behind the screen.
Dark, shadowy figures, shifting like mist, standing in the corner of the room.
They were not Hollows. Not Shinigami. Not even souls. Their forms twisted, their heads tilting unnaturally—watching him.
Anos blinked.
They didn't disappear.
He tilted his head slightly, pretending to focus on his game while sneaking glances. "Huh… weird."
Yoruichi glanced up. "What's weird?"
Anos leaned closer to the screen, trying to act casual. "Nothing… just thought I saw something."
Yoruichi yawned. "If it's not a Hollow, don't wake me up over it."
Anos stayed quiet.
Something told him this wasn't a Hollow.
And that was far more unsettling.
(TO BE CONTINUED)