When the Mind Became Clear

Kaname Tōsen already made his stance clear: he will no longer oppose the Seireitei. Kyōraku asked the two people beside him, "What do you think?"

"You are the Captain-Commander," Urahara said, indicating that he would not participate in the decision-making process.

"The shopkeeper has no interest in this so-called artificial Soul King." Tsuna put it more clearly. As for Urahara Kisuke, he had a more mature plan, which was Jinta, whom they had brought with them.

"In that case, Kaname Tōsen, you can handle it yourself. It just so happens that you missed Tsunayashiro Tokinada's self-destruction. Put a period to your past hatred," Kyōraku said.

Thank you very much.

Kaname Tōsen stood up and walked step by step toward Soya Ashirogi. Although this was not Tsunayashiro Tokinada himself, as an object without self-awareness created by Tsunayashiro Tokinada, it was understandable that he would transfer his hatred onto Soya Ashirogi.

Nine silver rings rose into the air, Soya Ashirogi. A green spiritual pressure light appeared at the center of the rings, an attack that was derived from Cero but different from Cero.

Before Tosen could launch his attack, Tsuna used his Floating Float to throw out a chain and retrieve the Zanpakuto, Yotomi, that was near Usumi Hikoya.

Urahara Kisuke immediately wrapped the blade with the prepared sealing white cloth, applied a sealing spell, and then tossed it to Jinta.

The power of the Ikomomomaba was sealed, and the Hōraku Hakkei state on the body of the Soya Ashirogi was also being lifted, but he was unaware of anything because he had lost his senses.

Nine rays simultaneously descended upon the seemingly lifeless Soya Ashirogi on the ground, instantly engulfing his frail body. At the same time that Kaname Tōsen's attack arrived, the Hogyoku within Soya Ashirogi could no longer withstand the onslaught, unleashing terrifying energy that shot straight into the sky, blasting a large hole in the already meager Valley of Screams space.

The Valley of Screams was pierced, and the balance of Reishi in the space was disrupted. The entire space began to collapse, and the Reishi in the stable state would revert to a free state and scatter within the Dangai.

"This place is no longer suitable for us to stay." Urahara Kisuke looked up at the sky and said. Although he could briefly maintain the balance of the space by activating the Benihime Puppet Master, it was meaningless and a complete waste of energy.

"Let's go then," Kyōraku said. "Miss Aura, please help us open the path to Soul Society."

"Brother Kyōraku, aren't you taking the things from your Sky Pavilion with you? They look quite valuable," Tsuna asked, resting his hand on his eyebrow.

"Those are all decorations bearing the Tsunayashiro; they're useless to keep. It's better to let them dissipate as Reishi."

Kyōraku was quite pleased to see Tsunayashiro Tokinada gather these things here; otherwise, if they had remained in Seireitei, dealing with them would have been a hassle due to the obstinate old men from some small families.

Now that the clan has disappeared along with Valley of Screams, Kyōraku has finally put an end to his worries. From now on, the history of the Tsunayashiro Clan has been completely swept into the Soul Society, and there is no longer any need to worry about it rising from the ashes.

"Then let's go back."

Tsuna stepped into the passage opened by Dohane Aura first, and the others followed in. Soon, there was no sign of life in the entire Valley of Screams, only the space was constantly collapsing.

Tsuna and the others didn't know was that Kaname Tōsen's final attack didn't actually kill Soya Ashirogi. The power generated when the Hogyoku exploded blocked most of the attack for him, and the turbulence created by the two powers swept him away from the Valley of Screams.

In the endless darkness of the Dangai, a humanoid ball of flesh was constantly writhing. With each movement, the body's collapse deepened. If left unattended, it would soon disintegrate into Reishi and dissipate within the Dangai.

Soul Society, Seireitei, First Division.

As Kaname Tōsen stepped out of the passage, he greedily gazed up at the sky. Finally, finally, he could see the world that Kakyō loved.

But even the greatest joy is fleeting. After Kyōraku's footsteps were heard, Kaname Tōsen voluntarily released his Beyond Bankai, reverting to his blind form.

"Captain-Commander, thank you and Sawada for your generosity. Our transaction is complete. This is your Zanpakuto, Suzumushi. Please keep it safe."

Kaname Tōsen held his Zanpakuto in front of Kyōraku, but Kyōraku didn't take it, waving his hand dismissively and saying, "The deal isn't over yet. Don't forget you'll be stationed in Hueco Mundo for two hundred years. Without Zanpakuto, things will get very troublesome."

Kaname Tōsen gripped his Zanpakuto tightly, his voice trembling slightly, "You mean...?"

Having just witnessed the light, Kaname Tōsen naturally had no desire to return to endless darkness. Zanpakuto in hand meant he could spare some time to use his Beyond Bankai to glimpse the beauty of the world.

"There's nothing strange about it. The order in Hueco Mundo is still unstable. You need Zanpakuto for self-defense, and so does Gin Ichimaru. Gin Ichimaru will teach you your job later."

Kyōraku walked past Kaname Tōsen and suddenly stopped.

"By the way, your official appointment documents will take a little longer. Until then, Captain Komamura will accompany you around. Hmm, Soul Society is quite stable now. If you're going to release anything Beyond Bankai, remember to submit a report in advance. Also, Captain Komamura, I'll need you to escort Kaname Tōsen to Las Noches to take up his post."

Kyōraku waved his hand, beckoning Tsuna and the others to walk into the barracks, but he had no intention of entertaining Kaname Tōsen.

Nevertheless, two lines of hot tears still slid down Kaname Tōsen's face. Having followed Aizen for so long and served as a captain, how could he not know that the First Division's clerks always had someone on standby to immediately relay the Captain-Commander's words as orders?

Kyōraku deliberately went through the motions so that Kaname Tōsen have time to look at this land again. The same was true for granting permission to Beyond Bankai; it was to truly allow Kaname Tōsen to imprint the place he had dedicated his life to with his own eyes.

"Time is of the essence, we need to hurry." Komamura walked over and patted Kaname Tōsen on the shoulder. He also understood that Kyōraku Kaname Tōsen, and even he, who was usually very meticulous, couldn't bring himself to speak to the squad leader at this moment.

"Captain-Commander Kyōraku! When I realized that Tsunayashiro Tokinada was dead, I suddenly felt my mind was clear, there were no more obstacles in front of me, and I could overcome everything!" Kaname Tōsen shouted towards the barracks with a sob in his voice.

Kaname Tōsen knew that this was the last bit of generosity he could give to Kyōraku, sharing his insights from when he Beyond Bankai.

"A mind that transcends everything? What a wonderful gift, Kaname Tōsen!" Kyōraku clenched his fist inwardly. To this day, no one in the Gotei 13 has truly mastered Beyond Bankai, so how could he not be anxious?

"It seems that the Seireitei's strength is about to rise to another level after this," Tsuna said with a smile.

Kyōraku squinted at Tsuna and Urahara, "You two wouldn't have deliberately kept such important information from me, would you?"

"What a joke. I never have a moment when my mind is not clear. Even Ichigo has mastered Beyond Bankai. The problem lies with yourselves," Tsuna said with a grin.

"Even Ichigo has finished?" Kyōraku was somewhat surprised. The group around Tsuna were all freaks who had surpassed the Seireitei's efforts of hundreds of years in just a few years.

"I'm just a little inexperienced and need more practice." Tsuna glanced around. "By the way, if there's nothing else, I need to go back to the West Bureau. I was suddenly pulled back by Ginjo, Ichigo are still in the West."

"The West Bureau?" On the way to release Kaname Tōsen, Tsuna had already explained to Kyōraku what had happened at the West Bureau. "Tsuna, you've mastered the technique of rapid movement, right?"

"If possible, I'd like to..."

Before Kyōraku could finish speaking, the door to the room next to him was suddenly flung open, and Nanao, whose glasses gleamed with a cold light, stepped out.

"Captain! Those documents haven't been signed yet, where do you think you're going?" Nanao asked, pointing to the mountain of documents piled up on the desk.

Kyōraku was sweating profusely. He feared no one in the entire Soul Society except his little niece. "Sign! Sign! I'll sign right now!"

"Pour your own tea. You can leave only after the captain has signed it."

Compared to Kyōraku, Nanao's tone was much better to others. But once she closed the office door, she turned back into a demon urging the captain to work, her roars echoing throughout the entire First Division Barracks.

"Tsuna, I heard they have very advanced technology over there, right? I'd like to go with you." Urahara Kisuke said, holding a cup of hot tea Dohane Aura.

"I'm fine with it, it's convenient for me to come and go now." With the Night Flame, Tsuna felt much more confident. "By the way, you just got back and you're already planning to run away? Aren't you afraid Yoruichi will beat you up?"

It's worth noting that after Urahara disappeared, Yoruichi searched the Three Worlds for him.

"It's alright, Yoruichi is the most understanding person. By the way, Dohane Aura, you should get to know Ginjo and the others for a few days. I'll arrange something for you to do when I get back from the West Bureau."

Dohane Aura nodded. She still didn't know how to face this sudden, non-familial affection.

"And you, only after passing Tessai's training can you unleash this Zanpakuto, understand?"

Urahara Zanpakuto Jinta, who was drooling over his Zanpakuto. Jinta nodded, completely unconcerned. He had long coveted Koume's Zanpakuto and now wished he could release it Ikomomomaba, if it weren't for Urahara's seal on it.

"Even after being cured, he still drools." Tsuna commented, then turned to Unohana Retsu drinking tea beside him, and asked, "Captain Unohana, are you still here because you need to see Kyōraku- nii?"

After returning to Soul Society, Hanatarō took his leave to handle his brother Kiyonosuke's funeral. Meanwhile, Unohana Retsu remained silent and drank tea with the others in the First Division.

"I also want to see some scenery I've never seen before." Unohana Retsu's smile spoke volumes; she also wanted to go on a trip to the West Bureau.

Considering that Unohana Retsu has been admiring the scenery of Seireitei for a thousand years, it's understandable that Tsuna might want a change of pace, but...

"As the strongest healer, shouldn't you stay in Seireitei?"

"With the current Seireitei having the Tenjiro and two Bleach who have mastered healing Bankai, they don't need my healing ability anymore~"

In retrospect, the Seireitei's healing capabilities are many times stronger than when Unohana Retsu was carrying the burden alone.

"Let's do it together then. I wonder when Brother Kyōraku will be able to get it sorted out..."

With a whoosh, the tea room door was pulled open, and Kyōraku strode in, exclaiming, "I'm here!"