The Zero Division Arrives

When Kūgo Ginjō led the Fullbringers out of Soul Society to Kisuke Urahara's general store, they were unaware that a much larger storm was brewing. After discussing the matter, Kūgo Ginjō and Kisuke Urahara decided to have Ichigo Kurosaki accompany them to their base to learn Fullbring. Although Ichigo Kurosaki had some doubts, he went anyway. He knew this was the only way to regain his powers.

After settling Kūgo Ginjō in, Kisuke Urahara rushed to Hueco Mundo without stopping. His figure darted across the vast white desert, finally stopping in front of a hidden cave.

Inside the cave, Nelliel sat quietly, as if waiting for something. When she saw Kisuke Urahara arrive, she looked up, a hint of doubt flashing in her eyes.

Kisuke Urahara and went straight to the point:

"Nelliel, the Quincy are about to launch an apocalyptic attack. They plan to destroy Soul Society, Hueco Mundo, and the World of the Living, creating a completely new world. This catastrophe may be even more terrible than Aizen's betrayal."

Nelliel's expression instantly turned serious. Although she was no longer Espada, she still had deep feelings for Hueco Mundo. She realized that this was an unprecedented crisis that required the combined efforts of all parties to deal with it.

"Who told you that?" Nelliel asked.

Kisuke Urahara pushed up the brim of his hat, a gesture that carried a deeper meaning:

"Liu Ziyun said, 'This matter must be dealt with as soon as possible. Otherwise, the Three Worlds will face destruction.'"

Nelliel's pupils contracted slightly. She had heard of Liu Ziyun —the man even Sōsuke Aizen treated with caution. If even he said the situation was serious, then this matter was definitely no small thing.

"I understand." Nelliel stood up. "I'll contact the others as soon as possible."

She acted swiftly, arranging for people to search for Koyatai Coyote Starrk, Tia Tier Harribel, Ulquiorra Cifer, Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez, and others. These names were once the most powerful beings in Hueco Mundo, but now they had become key forces in the fight against the Quincy.

After receiving news from several Arrancar, Nelliel eagerly gathered them together. Somewhere in Hueco Mundo, several figures sat huddled together, the atmosphere heavy.

Nelliel explained to them in detail the Quincy's plans to destroy the world. Her voice was calm, yet carried an undeniable seriousness:

"The Quincy want to destroy the Three Worlds and create a completely new world. If their plan succeeds, Hueco Mundo will cease to exist. Liu Ziyun says this must be stopped."

After listening, Koyatai Coyote Starrk frowned. He looked at Nelliel with a thoughtful expression:

"Liu Ziyun... that man even Aizen fears? Can his words be trusted?"

Nelliel:

"That's believable. He wouldn't have specifically sent Kisuke Urahara to inform us if the situation wasn't serious."

Tia Tier Harribel also spoke, her voice low and firm:

"If the Quincy truly intend to destroy Hueco Mundo, then we have no choice. Even if it means cooperating with the Soul Reaper, we must stop them."

Ulquiorra Cifer remained expressionless, but a strange glint flashed in his green eyes. He didn't speak, but he didn't object either.

Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez grinned, a smile tinged with fighting spirit.

"Interesting. Quincy? I'll see just how strong they are."

After some discussion, Koyatai Coyote Starrk and the others finally decided to join Soul Reaper with Nelliel to fight against the Quincy's plan to destroy the world.

Several Menos Grande in Hueco Mundo began discussing how to deal with the Quincy in the future. While they were discussing this, another event was also unfolding.

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The Soul King Palace, the residence of the Zero Division.

Monk Ichibē Hyōsube, stood by the window, gazing at the sea of clouds below. His gaze was deep, as if piercing through layers of mist to see the distant Soul Society.

"The time has come," he said softly.

The members of Zero Division gathered together and followed the Monk out of the Soul King Palace. Their figures passed through the Tenchūren and descended towards the Soul Society.

When they arrived at Seireitei, Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto personally greeted them.

The Monk walked up to Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto, his eyes carrying a profound meaning:

"Captain-Commander, where is Liu Ziyun?"

Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto shook his head, a hint of helplessness in his voice:

"That kid is in seclusion. He's experiencing some problems with his power, and he's temporarily gone into seclusion to prepare for future events."

The Monk frowned slightly:

Can I go see him?

Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto was silent for a moment, then nodded:

"Come with me."

He led the Monks to the deepest part of the Muken. There, a figure sat cross-legged in meditation, his Reiatsu flickering like a candle in the wind, ready to be extinguished at any moment.

Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto stopped and said softly:

"Wait a minute. He's communicating with his Inner World right now."

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The Inner World.

Liu Ziyun stood before the enormous golden Giant Egg, his hands pressed against its shell, continuously pouring his Reiatsu into it. The Giant Egg absorbed the Reiatsu, and its surface gradually glowed with a golden light.

A woman's clone appeared beside him, silently watching him.

Liu Ziyun his head, saw the woman, and asked, "Is there something you need?"

The woman spoke softly, her voice ethereal and otherworldly:

"You face a new crisis. You now need to pour all your Reiatsu into it, without holding back a single drop."

Liu Ziyun was stunned for a moment, but didn't ask any more questions. He just poured his Reiatsu into the Giant Egg even more desperately. He felt his Reiatsu rapidly draining away, like the receding tide, never to return.

Just as he was about to collapse from exhaustion, the Giant Egg's shell suddenly shone brightly, and cracks appeared on its surface, emitting a dazzling golden-red light.

"Boom--!"

With a loud bang, the Giant Egg exploded completely.

There was no smoke, no debris, only endless light. That light was like a sun, illuminating the entire Inner World. The shattered outer shell slowly returned from all sides, coalescing at the center of the light, transforming into a golden-red Mystic Robe.

The woman floated in the air and slowly opened her eyes.

Her pupils were reddish, shooting out a terrifying gaze. That gaze contained an indescribable pressure that made people involuntarily want to submit. Her Mystic Robe was adorned with a dragon and a phoenix, and she wore Dragon-and-Phoenix Crown on her head. She stood quietly in the air, looking down at Liu Ziyun.

Looking at her, Liu Ziyun felt a complex mix of emotions—shock, awe, and an indescribable sense of... closeness.

He slowly swallowed. "Um... what should I call you?"

The woman smiled slightly, a smile that carried a serene and otherworldly quality.

"Since you have fully awakened me, I will tell you my name. My name is— 'Wushi'."

Liu Ziyun was stunned. He rested his chin on his hand and murmured, "Wushi... Wushi..."

Then, he suddenly looked up, his eyes filled with shock. "Wushi... is that what I meant?"

Wushi nodded slightly, his voice carrying an undeniable authority:

"That's right, just as you think. Wushi or end, the beginning of all things, the end of all things, transcending all."

A storm raged within Liu Ziyun. He instinctively asked, "Then where is my Zanpakuto?"

Wushi looked at him with a pitying gaze:

"I am not your Zanpakuto. Your Zanpakuto was merely an Asauchi, an Asauchi of the power of my sword. Now, my sword has completely vanished because it called upon me. Therefore, your Zanpakuto has disappeared and returned to its Asauchi form."

Liu Ziyun was stunned. He opened his mouth, his voice hoarse and strained. "But I used it before..."

Wushi said calmly, "That was the Reiatsu you transferred to me before. Your Reiatsu was bestowed upon you by the previous Life-Taker Tulu. That's why you were able to continue using it. Now that I have fully awakened and my clone has disappeared, how can you use it now?"

Liu Ziyun silent. Countless images flashed through his mind—the days he fought alongside the Life-Taker Tulu, the efforts he made to become stronger, all the battles and growth he experienced... all of which were built upon the power given to him by others.

He lowered his head, his voice trembling slightly. "Then... the Life-Taker Tulu is your sword? And what about me? Am I born without any power?"

Wushi looked at him, his eyes filled with pity, but also with an indescribable complexity:

"Yes. In Soul Society terms, you're just an ordinary soul, nothing special. If it weren't for my sword, how could you possibly possess power?"

Liu Ziyun remained silent for a long time.

His mind was blank.

Then, he slowly raised his head, his eyes filled with an unusual determination. "Then how can I regain the power of Soul Reaper?"

Wushi frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and then shook his head:

"You do not possess the power of Soul Reaper within you. Therefore, you have no way to regain the Soul Reaper Power."

Liu Ziyun nodded in disappointment.

Just then, a familiar voice came from outside. "Liu Ziyun, have you emerged from seclusion? The Zero Division has sent someone to see you."

Liu Ziyun a deep breath and said to Wushi, "It seems I have to find a new way to gain power."

After saying that, he ended the exchange of his Inner World.

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Liu Ziyun opened his eyes and saw Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto and the members of the Zero Division standing not far away.

The Monk stepped forward, his eyes scrutinizing. "What? The Zero Division has all come looking for me?"

Liu Ziyun a wry smile, "I didn't expect that either."

He stood up, his body swaying slightly.

Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto frowned, looking at Liu Ziyun with a grave expression. "You seem to have lost your power. What happened?"

Liu Ziyun helplessly shrugged. "Sigh, the power I used before was the power of the sword that resides deep within me. Now, in order to awaken her, Life-Taker Tulu has given her all its power. And I, naturally, have no power left."

Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto frowned even more deeply. "Then what will you do in the future?"

Liu Ziyun smiled wryly, "I don't know either."

At this moment, the Monk stepped forward, a strange light gleaming in his eyes:

"Oh? You've lost your power?"