Perfection is tantamount to despair

The more collected look on the man’s face provided some solace, but… not completely, as made apparent by the lingering confusion on the humanoid’s facade.

“…No…”

The entity paused, appearing to process for a few seconds as curiosity began to overwhelm confusion. The reaper’s own head-tilting gesture had the Hougyoku’s cadaver subconsciously mirror it, even in the same direction, and completely without notice or intention.

“…Your face is rather ‘animated’ compared to some. It… was unusual to witness a drastic change in expression so quickly…”

The mockery didn’t go unnoticed though he figured it wasn’t meant in a negative light. This being was beyond such notions. At least Mayuri was inclined to believe so. His intelligence being a clear indicator that the Hougyoku was more mature in many ways.  But still-- there was that sort of innocence peeking through now and again.

  “Indeed. It is nearly pointless to hide such emotions. It doesn’t lead to second guessing and what have you. If I’m angry,for example,  there will be no mistake about it!” Raising one finger into the air as he declared so.

‘Holy hell, what happened to his face?’

Pause.

“…”

Blinking, staring, having a moment.

“A-ano–… I’m not sure if I should… be concerned or not. Should I just… let it proceed until it wears out, and… are you alright there?”

  The pause wasn’t expected-- more shouting perhaps but--

 “The interim is going to be quite irritating. If chemical correction isn’t implemented, who knows how long it will take to wear off.”  Head tilts slightly.            What’s this? 

“Do not entertain their fiasco, shinigami!”

 A very sheep-like hollow appears to look over his shoulder in a curious manner. 

Going to Hueco Mundo had always been an enjoyable experience for him. Getting away from the headaches of Seireitei being a big plus-- and there were many curiosities to discover and research!

 However, there were also drawbacks. It was dangerous-- surely. Though Mayuri was confident in his defenses, plus he always had several escape routes if things got too out of hand.                                             [ which was unlikely ] 

This sort of circumstance was not uncommon. Creatures approaching and what have you. Some were hostile right way but this one didn’t seem to give off that intent. Golden eyes shifted to the side, catching a glimpse of the being that had so boldly approached. Interesting looking enough but it was one he’d yet to encounter. 

 "Okay, but... one of us wouldn't get in half as much trouble as the other, so... sacrifices need to be made... 'for science', as they say."

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          What an intriguing notion; value lies in results you are proud of. He was correct in there being value in such things, but found that it didn’t hold the most value. ❝I tend to disagree, Taichou. At least, a little.❞ She begins, finding herself far more interested in this conversation than she had been at the start. ❝There is a plethora of value in failure── In ends. Value, in my opinion, does not come only in the form of what we can take pride in. To destroy things we’re not proud of & rebuild them is to destroy valuable data. Imperfections are worth keeping around, if not to study. Imperfections & failure are beautiful.❞           Chiyo finds that, for once, she’s not concerned about speaking too boldly with this man. After all, she wasn’t arguing or trying to debate. Merely have an educated discussion between two scientific minds. ❝Without failure & ends, there is nothing to improve upon. Nothing to strive for. Nothing to learn from.❞ for a moment, her finger extends, pointing to herself, ❝When I fail, I take that failure & use it as a lesson. Should I die, I would hope the causation would be studied & one day used for advancement. I believe the most value comes in the form of failure. Not things I take pride in.❞

    “Interesting..”

She wouldn’t be a part of his division without such insight.  “I wouldn’t expect anything less, Chiyo. Precisely what I was getting at. Failures lead to aforementioned evolution. There isn’t room for growth otherwise. Though it’s not to say everything I am proud of is the ultimate value-- just an example. Destruction does indeed lead to knowledge as well, not just loss of data-- that is if one is foolish enough to to have several back ups.” There weren’t many whom would attempt this type of conversation with him. Mayuri did appreciate the exchange of ideas and such. Especially with those at least somewhat like minded. 

he’s not a hack. he has a phd yet for some reason chose to work at a high school. he could probably tell you plenty you don’t know about how biology works here in the world of the living.

          ❝Of course, sir. Evolution is natural & essential.❞ She half agrees with his statement, after all, death was inevitable. Inescapable. Even for beings such as them. Yet if anyone could transcend death, it would be Mayuri Kurotsuchi.            ❝So you want to become an ever evolving being, never to succumb to this cycle of souls we’ve found ourselves in?❞ It’s a genuine question, she’s not merely humoring him as she often tried to do. ❝Don’t you think there’s a value to an end?❞

  ”To continue learning, adapting to any given situation is ideal. Of course that sort of ideology isn’t shared across all thinking and moving creatures. Such as opinions will always vary and clash here and there. Such is inevitable-- just as one’s final end.”  He wasn’t a stranger to his coming demise. There were several instances when he felt himself teetering at the edge of death. But that wouldn’t hold him back from exploring further-- even the possibility of beyond death. As ironic as it may be, considering he-- they all had died once already. 

          Was this another one of his speeches or was he trying to teach her something? Perhaps, it was but the ramblings of a madman. No matter, Chiyo’s sure she missed most of it (something that certainly wouldn’t go unnoticed by her ever observant captain).            Brow arched high & a less than enthusiastic tone lacing her voice, Chiyo simply asks, ❝Do you intend to become a legend, Taichou?❞

That vacant stare eluded to her lack of attention.It was merely a passing thought brought to light. However, it wasn’t enough to warrant some kind of punishment. Perhaps just a slight twitch of his lip in annoyance.

‘ hm. okay dismemberment may have been a little hasty. and it’s not like he’d learn anything from it. but how about turning him into say, a green chicken? he can’t spray anyone then. ‘

 pls dismember him. thanks.

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