Fake Death Hollow vs. Humanoid Hollow

"I'm here, everyone."

A male voice suddenly rang out, and immediately after, Nara Dan was seen walking leisurely toward the formation, an Asauchi—neither metal nor wood—hanging at his waist.

"Mr. Nara..."

"Lord Dan"

At the sight of Nara Dan's figure, Renji Abarai and Kira Izuru both straightened their expressions in respect.

Over the past four years, Nara Dan had periodically taught them cultivation and imparted many combat skills, allowing their strength to improve at such a rapid pace.

Their progress even slightly surpassed that of the top genius present, Tōshirō Hitsugaya.

Compared to four years ago, Nara Dan's frame had grown much larger, now approaching the build of an adult Shinigami. His loose Shinigami robes couldn't hide his well-proportioned, tall physique.

Beyond that, the Asauchi—or Dharma Blade—at Nara Dan's waist had also undergone some changes.

The wooden portions had receded further, and the metallic luster of silver and gold had become more pronounced.

What drew even more attention was the sharp Sword Intent now emanating from the Dharma Blade. Just looking at it made others feel a fierce aura rushing toward them, nearly piercing their eyes.

Clearly, for Nara Dan, the nurturing of his Dharma Blade had reached a new stage.

"Sorry to keep you waiting."

Nara Dan stopped in front of the formation, his expression as calm as if he were the Examiner himself.

Tōshirō Hitsugaya cast a complicated glance at Nara Dan's tall figure but said nothing about his seemingly arrogant demeanor.

After four years of training, he now understood Nara Dan's true strength far better and no longer underestimated him as he once had.

Although Nara Dan hadn't graduated early like him, Tōshirō Hitsugaya knew that even just that stunning slash from four years ago still made his heart race when he thought back on it.

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