Memory Shapes People (II)

"Done."

"Wait, what is that? It doesn't look like an illusion, nor is it a soul."

The ghostly aura had dissipated from the park, Little Orihime thought she could finally start playing happily.

But out of the corner of her eye, she caught sight of a group of 'things' wearing red hats and white cloaks that had appeared at the edge of the park.

The reason they are referred to as "things" is that, in Little Orihime's perception, those things are neither illusions, nor souls, nor humans.

She squinted, took out her phone, and dialed.

"Master, there's something going on at the park!"

Shinigami Research and Development Institute, Three Worlds Monitoring Department.

This special squad was formed after learning that the Quincy army was highly likely to exist.

A special department was established under the direction of Deputy Captain Akon, arranged by Mayuri Kurotsuchi, the director of the Shinigami Research and Development Institute.

The duties of all members here are very simple: monitor the Three Worlds and investigate unusual spatial fluctuations.

At that moment, Akon hurriedly opened the door and walked in. Hearing the continuous alarm, the faces of the members behind him changed drastically.

Akon calmly asked, "How is the situation?"

"The expansion into space continues; Stealth Force has been dispatched to investigate."

Akon walked to the largest main screen, carefully examining the data on it, and his brows furrowed involuntarily.

The dense red dots above represent multiple unstable spaces within the Three Worlds.

Most strangely, these unstable spaces appear to be newly generated.

These spaces have never existed in previous records.

"Dispatch the Stealth Force immediately and maintain contact."

"Yes."

On the rows of control panels below the main screen, a researcher turned his head and said:

"Message sent. We will pass through the Dangai and enter the new life space in 10 seconds."

Communication has been established.

Akon put his hands behind his back and looked at the main screen.

In the diagram above, the World of the Living and Soul Society are positioned on the left and right sides respectively.

Within this lies the Dangai and the already explored stable space.

But at this moment, an unmarked space is gradually taking shape.

This unusual situation may be related to the King of the Quincy.

Therefore, even Akon, who was the vice-captain, received command permission from the Stealth Force.

The instant that space was formed, the voices of the Stealth Force Assault Unit came through the communication.

"Whoa, what happened?" This was a member's scream.

"Exit..." Another scream rang out, and the communication was cut off.

At the same time, the value representing spatial stability on the secondary screen next to it instantly jumped to bright red.

This indicates that the space is extremely unstable and could collapse at any time.

If a newly formed space collapses, it is highly likely to affect the surrounding stable spaces, and may even affect the human World of the Living and the Soul Society.

"Hey, what's going on? Report the situation." Even Akon, who was usually calm and composed, couldn't help but sound anxious.

"You have to tell me the information, even if it kills you!" His words sounded extremely cold and ruthless.

But all the researchers present knew that if this space really affected the World of the Living and the Soul Society, the consequences would be unimaginable.

"An anomaly has occurred. The attempt to enter the target's space has failed. Requesting immediate support!"

The voice of the Stealth Force came through the communicator again.

"I'll repeat myself, requesting immediate support!"

"This is the Shinigami Research and Development Institute. Request for assistance received. Record the request to urgently open the Senkaimon."

"Immediate report to the Central 46 Chambers!"

"Hurry up!"

Looking at the data on the main control screen, Akon involuntarily gritted his teeth. The next moment, he steeled himself again.

"Why can't the Stealth Force enter the anomalous space? Explain why, and reply immediately!"

"Even in death, there should be value!"

No matter how he shouted, all he heard from the other end of the communicator were gasps and screams.

A moment later, all sounds ceased, and communications were cut off.

The Stealth Force 12-man squad was completely wiped out.

Akon took a deep breath and murmured, "Compile all the data and hand it over to Captain Kurotsuchi."

"Send a copy to Captain Changshi in the World of the Living Captain Tokoyo as well."

He looked at the main screen as soon as he finished giving the instructions.

They discovered that the newly emerged space grew larger over time.

It gives the feeling that the World of the Living and the Soul Society are completely connected.

The situation is now beyond his ability to assess as the vice-captain.

The First Division captains' meeting, but this time, unlike the last time, all the captains attended.

The main personnel recruited were from the Thirteenth Division, Twelfth Division, Eighth Division, Fifth Division, and Second Division.

The Thirteenth Division is a garrison force in the World of the Living, while the 12th Division is in charge of technology development.

The Eighth Division is in charge of intelligence gathering, the Fifth Division is responsible for support, and the Second Division is responsible for assisting in investigations.

Mayuri Kurotsuchi summarized the collected data and stated it in plain language:

"If that space continues to expand, the balance of the Three Worlds will be broken."

"Captain Kurotsuchi, could this be Quincy tactic?" Shunsui Kyōraku asked with some concern.

"I don't know. I never speculate. Continue to send troops to investigate."

As a scientist, Mayuri Kurotsuchi only wanted to analyze and respond based on the information at hand.

Currently, it appears that the expansion of this space is not due to any Quincy power, but rather entirely to the power of souls.

Shunsui Kyōraku nodded and didn't say anything more.

Since confirming the existence of the Wandenreich, he had sent out all his spies to gather intelligence, and even dispatched personnel to the World of the Living.

He worked tirelessly, almost day and night, sorting through every minute detail of intelligence, hoping to find the location of the Wandenreich from the slightest clues.

"We've already lost three Stealth Force teams, and you don't even know who the enemy is?"

Soi Fon roared angrily.

As the chief commander of the Stealth Force, she arranged for a squad to cooperate with the Shinigami Research and Development Institute's operations.

In just a few hours, they lost three teams.

However, Mayuri Kurotsuchi claimed he didn't know who the enemy was and insisted on continuing to send troops.

Soi Fon isn't intolerant of losses; she's willing to sacrifice everyone for victory.

She simply couldn't accept the inexplicable deaths of her subordinates.

"It's their fault for not sending back any useful intelligence," Mayuri Kurotsuchi coldly. "Is this all the members of the Stealth Force are capable of?"

"Damn it!" Soi Fon drew her Zanpakuto from her waist.

At this moment, Mayuri Kurotsuchi pointed to his ear, frowned, and turned to Captain-Commander Yamamoto, saying, "Communication with the World of the Living has been lost."

Something has appeared in Soul Society; you'll see it once you go outside.

Soi Fon, who was about to get angry, put her short Soi Fon away and glared fiercely at Mayuri Kurotsuchi.

"Gentlemen, please come with me outside." Captain-Commander Yamamoto led the group of captains to the outside of the conference hall.

"How is that possible? How can I see it?" Jūshirō Ukitake looked up and stared wide-eyed.

"This is getting complicated." Shunsui Kyōraku took off his straw hat.

"Captain Kurotsuchi, what impact will this have on Soul Society and the World of the Living?" Aizen asked softly, his face showing anxiety.

A city's reflection appeared in the sky Soul Society at that moment.

It felt as if simply stepping into the sky would allow one to enter that city.

This city is the World of the Living Jūreichi, the Karakura Town.

If you look closely, you can even see people moving upside down through the city, playing and walking.

If the World of the Living were truly connected to the Soul Society, the balance of the Three Worlds would be instantly shattered.

The density of Reishi in Soul Society is incomparable to that of the World of the Living.

When the high concentration of Reishi from here surges into the World of the Living, it will be able to disintegrate and kill the vast majority of humanity.

Mayuri Kurotsuchi stood motionless with his head down, seemingly receiving a message. After a moment, he raised his head and said:

"Currently, the Soul Society and the World of the Living are not connected. The current situation is due to the continuous expansion of the new space that appeared in the Dangai, forming a convex lens-like structure that allows the Soul Society to see the World of the Living. What's currently in the sky is like a mirage."

"But only for now. If this channel continues to expand, it will most likely connect eventually."

Even as Mayuri Kurotsuchi was still pondering whether this space was the work of Quincy.

"All team captains, get to your posts."

Captain-Commander Yamamoto spoke in a deep voice, emphasizing that no matter what, the captains of the Gotei 13 must not act rashly.

He then turned his head and said to the captain of the Tenth Division beside him:

"Now that we've severed ties with the World of the Living, dispatch the Tenth Division Lieutenant Rangiku, along with the Third Seat Hitsugaya, to the World of the Living to join the Tenth Division Tokoyo Misao, who is stationed World of the Living, in guarding the World of the Living."

Aizen then spoke up, "Should we send the Fifth Division to provide support?"

"Captain Aizen need not worry. Captain Misao Tokoyo's strength is evident to all. Moreover, the Third Seat Hitsugaya also possesses Captain-level strength."

Shunsui Kyōraku chuckled and addressed Aizen's concerns.

"Captain Kurotsuchi, you have three days to find a solution to this space. If you can't..."

Captain-Commander Yamamoto didn't finish speaking; he simply turned and left.

"Hmph." Soi Fon snorted Mayuri Kurotsuchi and vanished from her spot in an instant.

All the team leaders walked outside with worried expressions.

At this moment, Shunsui Kyōraku whispered to Mayuri Kurotsuchi:

"When I came to the World of the Living last time, I discovered traces of Kisuke Urahara."

"Since this concerns the balance of the Three Worlds, perhaps sometimes even sinners will be pardoned."

After he finished speaking, he put his straw hat back on, beckoned the vice-captain to leave, leaving only Mayuri Kurotsuchi face.

Captain-Commander Yamamoto and Shunsui Kyōraku's words were very clear.

If he cannot find a solution to this space within three days, they will go to the World of the Living to find Kisuke Urahara.

Are you kidding me!

Mayuri Kurotsuchi left, baring his teeth.

He must find these Quincy!

Chapter 145 Memory Shapes a Person (Part Two)

When Tokoyo Misao arrived at the park, he saw hundreds of strange creatures.