( He's genuinely pleased to see Ichigo. So, their new master was able to get their hands even on him?Was there any limit to his new master's power? He'll let Ichigo take Konnosuke away from him this time but he makes sure to give that fox a cunning smile of his own.

This isn't over, Konnosuke. )

I am! ( Being nice to Konnosuke. ) Maybe our little friend can bring an old one too.

( "For the last time, Tsurumaru-san, that isn't how it works..." )

But, my! Even Ichigo Hitofuri is here! ( He holds up his hands , framing the other sword with his fingers, ) Our new master is quite the collector.