Hollows Appear in the Living World, War Spreads

Previously, Ichigo Kurosaki had tried writing several mystery novels and submitting them to various magazines. Although they were all accepted, the response was lukewarm.

This made him realize his own shortcomings.

Because of his "Photographic Memory" ability, he has sufficient literary foundation, but his lack of writing skills and personal style will be difficult to improve in a short time.

The upgrade from the Scholar Domain to the Academic God Domain is not the optimal outcome.

After all, according to Ichigo Kurosaki's own thinking, as an ordinary literature enthusiast living in the World of the Living, his ability to protect himself in the Scholar Domain was already sufficient.

As long as you follow your memory and foresight to avoid those troublesome things, there won't be any problems.

Rukia Kuchiki had already recovered from her injuries and returned to Soul Society.

Because she didn't share her abilities with him, Sosuke Aizen had no excuse to attack her.

Ichigo Kurosaki Kisuke Urahara remove the Hogyoku, which was originally sealed inside Rukia's body.

Kisuke Urahara is a person with relatively sound values, but in this matter, he was indeed somewhat in the wrong.

Because of concerns about the consequences of the Hogyoku, it was sealed inside Rukia's body.

He didn't consider Rukia's feelings.

There's no need to explain any reasoning.

Ichigo Kurosaki did was walk into Kisuke Urahara's shop, give his name, and tell him that he already knew about the Hogyoku.

Kurosaki is the surname of the former captain of the Tenth Division of the Gotei 13 in Soul Society.

Kuchiki, one of the oldest and most powerful families in Soul Society.

Kisuke Urahara barely had time to think before secretly retrieving the Hogyoku.

Since there was no direct conflict of interest, Aizen naturally wouldn't bother Rukia anymore.

"But... I heard that Aizen still managed to get his hands on the Hogyoku?"

Ichigo Kurosaki shook his head.

During this time, he would occasionally go to see Kisuke Urahara drinks, and Urahara would reveal this information to him while confiding in him.

However, none of this concerns him.

All Sosuke Aizen did was to rebel against the corrupt rule of the Soul King.

That's the politics of the Soul Society, it has nothing to do with people in the World of the Living.

While pondering, Ichigo Kurosaki arrived at the alley near his home.

A look of remembrance appeared in his eyes.

It was in this very place that he received the system bestowed upon him by Wang Yan and gained memories of his "past life".

Regardless of the other party's true intentions, Ichigo Kurosaki felt only gratitude deep down.

In this Lifetime, he no longer lives aimlessly, passively getting caught up in one event after another, but strives and fights for an ideal.

Back home, Ichigo Kurosaki raised his hand and said in a clear voice, "I'm home."

Ever since he became obsessed with studying, his father has been like a different person. He no longer beats him at will, and even started learning to cook, becoming a full-time stay-at-home dad.

"Brother! Come quick!"

"Something big has happened, come and see the news!"

The voices of his two younger sisters rang in Ichigo Kurosaki's ears.

He raised an eyebrow and walked slowly to the television with interest.

On a Tokyo channel, two news anchors are nervously reporting on recent events.

"Invisible monsters are wreaking havoc in Karakura Town!"

"Civilians are fleeing, and the population is being lost."

"Strange claw marks suddenly appeared on the building..."

With just a few glances, Ichigo Kurosaki understood.

It's absolutely "false," there's no mistake.

But I don't recall any similar information...

"Soul Society probably won't let things develop like this, will they?"

"This matter will soon be over."

Thinking this, Ichigo Kurosaki smiled and comforted his two younger sisters before returning to his bedroom to continue his studies.

The next day, early morning.

Upon arriving at the school, Ichigo Kurosaki realized that his thinking yesterday had been too naive.

The "illusion" that was originally invisible to ordinary people suddenly appeared after midnight today.

Even the most spiritually weak and impoverished humans can detect their existence with the naked eye!

On campus, discussions about the "Masked Monster" were everywhere.

The students were not paying attention, and the teachers were not focused on teaching.

Many teachers and students have taken leave and are staying at home.

In the classroom, classmates such as Keigo Asano, Yasutora Sado, Orihime Inoue, and Tatsuki Arisawa were discussing the major events that had occurred from yesterday to today.

"The real name of those Masked Monster is actually 'Void,' didn't you know that?"

"... Your information is outdated. My friend on Mount Fuji said that Hollows are also classified into different levels."

"There are four ranks, from the most common Hollow to the Gillians Menos Grande, the Adjuchas Menos Grande, and the Vasto Lorde Menos Grande."

"That can't be right. I heard that they are divided into Humanoid Hollow and non-humanoid types."

"A newspaper reporter photographed a 'Hundred Hollow Pilgrimage,' with many virtual beings going to worship a young human..."

"That photo has been retweeted nearly a million times on Twitter, who knows what's going on!"

"It was edited with Photoshop, wasn't it? How could humans possibly live in peace with the Void? We're just food for those monsters!"

Ichigo Kurosaki, who had previously Isshin to studying classical texts and remained oblivious to the world around him, could no longer concentrate on his reading.

He took out his phone and silently logged into Twitter.

Not long after, he found the photo that his classmates were discussing in the top 10 of the trending topics list.

Black hair, green eyes, pale, bloodless skin, and a cold expression...

Ulquiorra Cifer!

The No. 4 of the Espada!

Although the other party's half-face helmet mask had completely disappeared, making him look like an ordinary human, and there was no hole in his chest, Ichigo Kurosaki would never mistake that face!

However, the current situation is vastly different from what I remember.

Primera Espada, Segunda Espada, Tercera Espada...

Even the most unruly Sexta Espada Grimmjow, stayed by Ulquiorra's side, worshipping him as a king.

This is definitely not just for show.

Ichigo Kurosaki sensed the deep respect in Grimmjow's eyes.

"This is really a headache..."

He took a deep breath and rubbed his temples.

The Phantom Appearance Incident, Ulquiorra's Identity Changes...

If I'm not mistaken, all of this is definitely related to the Dark Lord Wang Yan.

What exactly do you want to do?

Ichigo Kurosaki's eyes narrowed slightly as he tried to recall Wang Yan's appearance, but could only remember a vague outline.

Unable to fathom Wang Yan's thoughts and intentions, he could only proceed cautiously, taking things one step at a time.

A full week has passed since the illusory entity descended into the World of the Living.

The world is watching this closely.

The Soul Society is no exception.

Half of the Gotei 13 were mobilized, with captains and vice-captains drawing their swords to come to the rescue.

Unfortunately, the biggest difference between Hueco Mundo and Soul Society lies in the number of soldiers.

Ulquiorra is no longer bound by his identity Grim Reaper, and after taking control of Las Noches, he can unleash his full power.

For every Hollow that is killed, two Hollows are sent to the World of the Living.

The war gradually spread from Karakura Town.

Kanagawa, Osaka, Hokkaido, Hyogo, Saitama, Chiba...

The entire territory of Japan was ravaged by war.

In war, the most devastating casualties are not the Grim Reaper and the Hollows, but the innocent civilians.

As an indirect perpetrator of all this, Wang Yan simply stood by indifferently, showing no intention of salvaging the situation.

The poor civilians of Japan suffered an undeserved calamity.

War brings out both the bright and ugly sides of human nature.

Beloved friends betray, fratricide occurs...

It is unknown how long this turmoil will last.

In Karakura Town, an orange-haired boy picks up a pen and writes down some words.

"Anyone can start a war, but to end a war, one must gain the approval of the strong."