Three Thousand Years Older, Ranked Among the Immortals!

Just as Aizen with suspicion, Captain-Commander Yamamoto walked over carrying his Zanpakuto, followed by Shunsui Kyōraku and Jūshirō Ukitake.

Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto gave Retsu Unohana an approving look. "Well done, Captain Unohana, as expected of you."

This time, the Gotei 13 was completely outmaneuvered by Aizen, manipulated from beginning to end as he gradually acquired the dangerous Hōgyoku.

If it weren't for the strong obstruction from the Ryoka, which caused Aizen to expose Silk and forced him to fake his death to buy time, these three traitors would probably have succeeded, and they would still be completely unaware of anything.

In that case, the Soul Society would not only be disgraced, but would be in grave danger.

Kisuke Urahara Hōgyoku, even a tiny leak of its energy, could destroy the entire Soul Society; it's a terrifying thing capable of destroying the world.

Although he didn't know Aizen's purpose, the thought that he would abandon his years of pretense to obtain the Hōgyoku sent chills Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto.

That's the powerful Fifth Division Captain, the Third Division Captain, and the Captain of the Ninth Division. To use such power as a bargaining chip, what he's after must be something terrifying.

Fortunately, Aizen was defeated by Retsu Unohana at the last moment. Although he was not able to kill Aizen with a single sword strike, he broke the Genjutsu of Aizen's Zanpakuto and saved face and dignity for the Gotei 13.

How could Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto not feel gratified?

It's still more reliable to stick with your old comrades who fought alongside you.

Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto slowly walked up to Aizen, raised the Zanka no Tachi in his hand, and prepared to kill the culprit.

Aizen suddenly laughed, tapping the Hōgyoku on his chest, and said, "Captain-Commander, did you think I could withstand Captain Egg Flower's slash with the Hōgyoku, but couldn't withstand yours?"

"You are too unwise and too stubborn; you have long been a burden to the Seireitei."

Ignoring Aizen's words, Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto focused Isshin on gathering his power, unleashing his Spiritual Pressure, and then suddenly slashing at Aizen's neck.

Suddenly, several Death God looked up at the sky above.

Suddenly, something tore the azure sky apart, and two claws emerged from the crack—pale, fleshless claws with sharp, long nails.

The enormous bony hand suddenly exerted force, tearing the crack in the sky into Space-Time Passage amidst a buzzing sound that shook the air.

A jet-black liquid surged from the Space-Time Passage; it was the Spiritual Pressure of a void compressed to its limit.

With the Spiritual Pressure acting as a barrier, the edge of the Space-Time Passage stabilized initially. Then, countless masked Gillian Menos Grande a tide as they tried to pass through the Space-Time Passage and enter the spiritually rich Soul Society.

Upon seeing the strange phenomenon in the sky, the captains drew their Zanpakuto and released their Spiritual Pressure.

Although the number of Gillian Menos Grande in the Space-Time Passage was enough to cause an explosion, they were ultimately just Lower-level Menos Grande Gillian, and they didn't take them seriously.

Those truly terrified by the sheer number were the Death God below the rank of vice-captain, as well as outsiders like Yasutora Sado.

The Fourth Division lieutenant, Isane Kotetsu, who was not skilled in combat, muttered, "Even if all the Death God in the Thirteen Divisions were combined, there wouldn't be this many—"

"What, what should we do?!"

Suddenly, three beams of light shot out from the Space-Time Passage, precisely striking Aizen, Gin Ichimaru, and Kaname Tōsen, completely enveloping the three Death God.

Then, Aizen and the other two floated up under the pull of the beam of light and slowly rose into the air.

Captain-Commander Yamamoto's slash missed by just one step, ultimately landing on the pillar of light. Terrifying flames enveloped the pillar, but ultimately failed to penetrate it, and could only dissipate helplessly.

After resting for a while, the immortal Ichigo Kurosaki has been able to stand up again.

Furthermore, Aizen's heinous actions enraged him, causing him to unleash an even stronger Spiritual Pressure.

He Tensa Zangetsu in his hand and launched a full-force attack at Aizen within the pillar of light. "Getsuga Tenshō!!"

The Spiritual Pressure on Tensa Zangetsu, stained black, suddenly erupted and, under Ichigo Kurosaki's slashing motion, transformed into a crescent-shaped Sword Qi that shot straight forward.

But the slash that drew the attention of all the Death God Captains did not shake the beam of light in the slightest; it shattered upon impact.

After his attack failed, Ichigo Kurosaki realized that all the Death God were watching him and had not launched an attack together.

He was filled with resentment and shouted at the Death God, "They're all trying to escape, why are you just standing there watching?"

Captain-Commander Yamamoto sighed deeply and shook his head regretfully, saying, "It's no use, that beam of light is Negación."

"The Negación is Menos Grande technique that Hollows only use when saving their comrades."

"The inside and outside of the beam of light are two completely isolated worlds that do not interfere with each other. Once you are surrounded by this light, it is as if you are in another space."

"Those of us standing outside the Negación are separated from those inside by an immeasurable distance; Negación 're merely compressed into a single membrane."

"We have absolutely no way to contact Aizen now."

Captain-Commander Yamamoto glanced disdainfully at the impulsive youth before continuing, "Any Death God has fought against Menos Grande knows this."

"For thousands of years, countless Death God have tried to attack the Negación, but have never succeeded, so this is common knowledge in Soul Society."

Ichigo Kurosaki knew he was being looked down upon, but he was still unwilling to accept it and tried to argue, "Common sense? How come I don't know that at all?"

"Although I've only been Death God for a short time, I have fought against Menos Grande. Why have I never seen them use such a powerful technique?"

Captain-Commander Yamamoto snorted coldly, completely disdaining to answer such a common-sense question.

His lengthy response was based on the fact that this young Ryoka had fought desperately and helped the Soul Society thwart Aizen's plot.

Now that all goodwill has been used up, the stubborn old man has no reason to answer the question.

The old man firmly believed that he was not simply embarrassed, nor was he angry out of embarrassment.

Absolutely not!

Jūshirō Ukitake, the Death God with the highest moral standards in Soul Society, stared blankly at Aizen in the sky.

Prior to this, although he and Aizen were not close, they admired each other's character and personality.

Even knowing that Aizen had betrayed them, Ukitake believed that Aizen simply had different ideologies.

He never imagined that Aizen would actually collude with Beast like Menos Grande.

How could a person lower themselves to mingle with pigs and dogs?

Jūshirō Ukitake's face turned red with anger. He shouted, "Aizen! How could you associate with Hollows? How could you stoop to the level of a beast?"

Aizen looked at Jūshirō Ukitake, his eyes showing no emotion whatsoever.

"Naive Captain Ukitake, do you think I can befriend you and pretend to admire you because I respect your character?"

Captain Ukitake was dumbfounded. "You were faking it?"

Aizen sneered, "As for your moral standards, they're nothing more than personal ethics in the end. What's the use of that?"

"What I admire is the power within you. I've spent so much effort studying you precisely to seize that power from you; power is the foundation of everything!"

He stroked the Hōgyoku on his chest again and laughed, "However, it's no longer necessary. I have gained enough power to overturn this filthy world."

"Jūshirō Ukitake, I don't need you anymore!"

"No need—no need, I—Pfft!" The sickly Captain Ukitake became emotional and suddenly spat out a mouthful of blood, collapsing limply into his friend Shunsui Kyōraku's arms.

Kaname Tōsen sneered, "Hmph! Coward! You can't even handle this little setback. Nobles are useless!"

Aizen smiled and said, "Tōsen, the nobles are still quite powerful; they can produce very talented people. It's just that they possess too many benefits and enjoy too many things, making them prone to corruption and fragility."

"Moreover, these noble Death God are far too arrogant and aloof."

"They are completely incapable of understanding the truth. Whether it's an illusion or Death God, everything that exists has its own value."

"And I—I'm simply pursuing a higher realm!"

Aizen finally had his fill of venting and felt completely satisfied.

Whether he secretly squeezed a handful of hairspray into his hands or not, Aizen skillfully took off his glasses, crushed them, and ran his hand through his hair, instantly transforming Bae Yong-joon's hairstyle into a slicked-back look.

With the change in his hairstyle, his aura instantly transformed from a warm and gentle man to a domineering CEO.

Without his glasses concealing his eyes, Aizen surveyed the world with disdain, bidding farewell to everyone from his lofty position. "Farewell, fellow Death God, and to the Ryoka youth."

"Although I've said it before, I'll say it again: From this day forward, I will stand in the heavens!"

Pretentiousness is like the wind, always with me!

Aizen's aura was so intense and ruthless that it thoroughly enraged the Death God, but they could only watch helplessly and resentfully, each one seething with hatred.

Retsu Unohana suddenly remembered that Shazo had told her before that he had a way to attack the Negación.

So, the older sister re-braided her heel-length hair into a thick braid and used [Shunpo] to get to Shazo's side.

Before she could ask, Shazo smiled and said, "I'll give it a try."

Retsu Unohana asked, slightly embarrassed, "How will this affect you?"

Shazo nodded, then shook his head. "There will definitely be some impact, but I've already stepped forward, so I need to demonstrate some convincing strength in order to better conceal my true power."

Unohana's eyes widened. "You, you brat, you actually have hidden strength! Just how powerful are you?"

Shazo Zuo chuckled and said, "I won't tell you, but Sister Hua, you can find out for yourself."

He admitted that he had fallen for this high-ranking female Death God.

As for being old, that's not a problem.

As the old saying goes: A woman three years older than you brings you a golden brick; a woman thirty years older brings you an empire; a woman three hundred years older brings you an elixir of immortality; a woman three thousand years older brings you a place among the immortals!

Becoming an immortal is impossible, but achieving immortality is not difficult, since they are all Death God.

Moreover, Retsu Unohana is beautiful, has an incredibly gentle personality, and is also versatile, so he's never boring.

Most importantly, she is a truly independent woman, a strong and resilient leading lady.

As long as she can keep out the power and shadow of the Flower of Eggs, she is the best wife and the most perfect life partner, not the kind of vulgar woman who will become tiresome after a few decades.

The best way for Shazo to win over Retsu Unohana's heart is not to cling to her, but to arouse her curiosity about him.

A woman's curiosity and exploration of a man can unconsciously lead her to fall in love.

This is presented as prey, the best way to flirt with girls.

As they rose higher and higher, Aizen finally turned his gaze to Ichigo Kurosaki.

After that brief encounter, he had discovered the boy's identity; he was the very test subject he had once thought had failed and been lost.

It was that super experiment that combined the characteristics of Death God, Quincy, and a Hollow; an experiment that originally had no hope of success.

Now, this experimental subject, which shouldn't have existed in the first place, is alive and kicking right in front of me—it's the Miracle!

This the Miracle also demonstrated astonishing Talent; in just a few months, he transformed from an ordinary mortal into a powerful Death God who had mastered Bankai.

How far will you go in the near future?

Ichigo Kurosaki, can you also surpass the limits of Death God's power and ascend to the heavens with me?

Oh, right!

And Kenpachi Zaraki, to this day I still don't know whose experimental product you are, yet you possess the Spiritual Pressure of the Bankai Limit without mastering Shikai.

Once you've retrieved your Zanpakuto and mastered its Shikai and Bankai, will you be able to show me a new path?

In Soul Society and the Soul Society, only you Kenpachi Zaraki, possess the potential. I hope you won't disappoint me.

Just as Aizen felt he had no regrets and was about to turn around to receive the enthusiastic welcome from the Menos Grande, he caught a glimpse of a Death God out of the corner of his eye.

Shazo, Shazo? Shazo!!

Aizen was startled, only then realizing that Shazo had assumed a dragging sword slash stance, his eyes fixed on him— Kaname Tōsen to his left.

What does he want to do?

Shazo has been Death God for many years. As the Fourth Seat of the Eleventh Division, he has experienced battles that are no less than, and perhaps even more than, those of the other division's Seated Officer.

He couldn't possibly be unaware of the properties of the Negación!

He would only launch an attack if he was absolutely certain of success!

Aizen's pupils suddenly contracted, and he turned to shout at the pillar of light on his left, "Tōsen, watch out—"

Kaname Tōsen and Gin Ichimaru were both startled and turned to look at Aizen, not understanding what he meant by "be careful."

Boom!

A surge of Spiritual Pressure suddenly erupted at an unimaginable speed. Aizen, inside the Negación, could not sense the Spiritual Pressure Spiritual Pressure, but he could see it blowing away sand and soil and breaking trees, knowing that it was a terrifying Spiritual Pressure.

Immediately following, Shazo's Zanpakuto unleashed an incredibly dazzling slash. The massive Sword Qi shone with multicolored light and struck Kaname Tōsen's Negación with lightning speed.