The Boundless Power Within My Heart.

"As the highest authority managing Soul Society, even if it was an accident, we should still bear some responsibility for it. The Central 46 should fully support the reconstruction of the Shiba clan mansion and the revival of the family."

After pondering for a long time, one of the elders took the initiative to smooth things over. "But the reason why the Shiba clan was exiled was precisely because they opposed the Central 46's resolution in order to Quincy. The nature of this matter itself will not change because of this sudden situation."

"Lord Yamamoto, do you agree?"

So, you mean you're willing to protect Shiba Clan, but still don't want to bring him back? Shunsui pouted.

Kuchiki Ginrei glanced at him then and suddenly understood why this junior always wore a straw hat wherever he went.

Because Ginrei was also speechless at this moment!

However, now is not the time to worry about these things. The most urgent task is to annihilate all the invading enemies and avenge the Shiba clan!

"So the enemy really is Quincy?"

"Shiba Clan brought this on himself."

"I knew I shouldn't have let these guys live!"

... The noise around him was annoying, but Yamamoto could only endure it. With his power, he could kill everyone present in an instant, but he stood still like a good student.

"The details of what happened the day before yesterday are all written in the report. If you have any questions, you can read it several times."

However, according to Shiba Isshin, who was found, the enemy we encountered this time was not a remnant of the last great war, but another Quincy force, far stronger than the 'Saint Son' at that time.

"..."

An awkward silence fell over the room, which was followed by a series of even more chaotic arguments.

"Could it be Yhwach... that man?"

"As predicted... so fast!"

"Impossible!"

"Silence! Silence!"

"It's so noisy!" Yamamoto lowered his eyelids, utterly disappointed with these nobles, but he had grown accustomed to it over the past thousand years, and thus was able to remain unmoved by their emotions.

As Five Noble Clans, Kuchiki Ginrei's status was higher than these people, but he did not speak up to stop the farce. Instead, he watched quietly with a rather sad attitude, even though there were members of his Kuchiki clan among them.

These people have been imprisoned in Seireitei for too long and are very oblivious to changes in the outside world.

They know Yhwach is terrifying, and they know the Quincy Empire is powerful, but they see him as nothing more than a fictional "Great Demon King." Without real battlefield experience or a deep understanding of the Quincy community, how can they be expected to offer any constructive insights?

The Shiba clan once mentioned at a meeting the topic of "exiling the remnants of the Quincy and keeping them under surveillance, letting them die out naturally."

Unfortunately, the Central 46 rejected the proposal without any suspense, and after that, the Shiba clan's situation in Seireitei became delicate. As one of the Five Noble Families, they were ultimately unable to even settle in Seireitei... Did this proposal violate the heavenly law?

That's not quite the case. It's more because the Shiba clan refused to back down, which gave the Central 46 an excuse to cause trouble.

However, the Shiba clan wasn't particularly fond of power struggles, so being ostracized from the center of power didn't bother them much. They might even feel relieved, no longer having to suffer for these idiots—just like Ginrei is now.

... The elders argued and bickered for a long time, but ultimately failed to reach a conclusion.

At this moment, Shunsui raised her head, intending to hand over the action plan devised by the Thirteenth Division to Central 46 for review. Generally speaking, at this point, the elders realize that they can't come up with any good solutions and can only accept the opinions of others... which reduces the amount of controversy.

"The efficiency is so low that even people who actually get things done have to resort to such underhanded tactics to get their opinions approved... That's why I don't want to climb the ladder," Shunsui sneered inwardly.

He even found the position of captain troublesome, so despite being qualified, he never considered taking on a position like "vice-captain" or "deputy-captain." He hoped the old man would live a long and healthy life, ideally remaining in that position forever, so he could stay away from these fools... cough!

Fortunately, these people will only be a headache for Iori from now on; he can just continue slacking off.

However, at that very moment, the three veteran captains, including him, suddenly narrowed their eyes and abruptly looked up at the top of the tower—

Outside the skylight, which resembled the mouth of a well, streaks of seven colors spread out from the top, like the cracking of an eggshell... appearing on the invisible, enormous protective shield above Seireitei.

Buzz!

Buzz!

Buzz!

"A barrier... the barrier of the Killing Aura Stone!"

Shunsui's pupils contracted.

The Killing Aura Stone can release fluctuations that decompose spiritual energy, thus creating a protective barrier above Seireitei that prevents souls from entering; even Captain-level Kido cannot break through it.

However, the Sokushinzō Barrier, which normally repels even birds and would be broken down into Reishi if forced to enter, actually cracked open on its own!

[Central 46] Before they could figure out what was going on, they were thrown into chaos like a swarm of startled bees after hearing the noise, looking up at the sky like fledglings.

"No, that's impossible... why?"

"Attack? I didn't see it!"

How can we break through that protective barrier?

"... Unless the heroes guarding the four gates, the Research and Development Bureau, and the Kido Corps... rebel together..."

That's impossible!

There may be traitors among these people and organizations, but it's impossible for them all to rebel!

"..."

Yamamoto saw the sky outside the skylight, his eyes narrowed slightly, and his expression became even more gloomy than before.

First the World of the Living, then Rukongai, and now Seireitei... What force is secretly controlling all of this, and no one has been able to detect it!

Quincy?

Yhwach has been missing for a thousand years. Even if he could be resurrected, where did he accumulate such power from?

Moreover, Quincy are not enough to accomplish these things... What exactly is hidden within the Seireitei?

"Research and Development Bureau!"

Shunsui appeared nonchalant, but she calmed down before Yamamoto and Liaoying, and was the first to find the key point.

"It might be possible to 'smuggle' through the shield, but completely removing the shield would require the support of the Research and Development Bureau!"

The Bount Incident in the World of the Living... Could it be that it wasn't a coincidence, but rather the Quincy deliberately revealing their true colors...?

There's something fishy going on at the Research and Development Bureau!

"Teacher!"

"Okay, go ahead."

Yamamoto didn't need Shunsui to say anything more. He nodded, and the flamboyantly dressed Captain of the 8th Division vanished from his spot in an instant.

As for the Captain-General himself, he cannot act without a last resort.

"Kyōraku Shunsui? Where did he go?"

"Shouldn't we stay here to protect the [Central 46] given this strange occurrence?"

"Lord Yamamoto— "

"Quiet!"

Yamamoto suddenly opened his squinting eyes, raised his cane, and tapped it lightly. The sound was so penetrating that it made everyone's eardrums throb.

"..."

With just one simple sentence, the noise in Central 46 instantly vanished.

"What kind of behavior is this, all flustered and disrespectful!"

Yamamoto's gaze swept across the seats. "The Thirteenth Division will handle all external enemies. You may wait here quietly."

"... We naturally trust Lord Yamamoto."

Clang!

Zaraki Kenpachi wielded his tattered Asauchi in his normal form and cleaved a Quincy in half at the waist with a single strike.

"Hey!"

A cute and charming panting sound rang out, Yachiru. Even though the opponent condensed Spirit Light Blade to resist, she was still sent flying far away.

This seemingly petite girl possesses strength far exceeding that of many burly men.

There were already a circle of people lying around, all of whom had inexplicably appeared at the camp and were then killed by Zaraki happened to be there.

Although he didn't know who the person was, since their identity was unknown, killing them shouldn't be a problem—that's what he thought.

It has to be said that Zaraki is much smarter now than before.

After killing someone, he would actually "think about it".

Buzz!

... The two went on a killing spree here, and such a commotion could not be kept secret. More Quincy rushed over and joined the battle to annihilate the two.

But after joining, the battle situation did not change much. The two monster-like men and women continued to slaughter the Quincy at will. Numbers and tactics seemed to have no effect on them. No matter how many people surrounded them, they could hardly hurt them. Even if they formed a battle formation, they would be broken by a single rider!

Such a clear difference in strength soon made these mixed-blood Quincy feel despair—these people were sent out to draw fire, also known as cannon fodder.

"Don't be afraid, everyone! There are only two of them!"

"Don't engage them in close combat. These two monsters don't seem very smart, and they're definitely not skilled in the Kido!"

Scatter, scatter! Keep harassing them from a distance!

"Huh? Why are they all so scattered... This is really annoying."

Zaraki grinned.

... Within the Seireitei, in addition to the Quincy suddenly appeared, the [Reigai] who cooperated with them also began to act up.

First, he used his "identity" to infiltrate various squads, and then launched a surprise attack at the start of the battle, causing great casualties to the Thirteen Court Guard Squads.

Some team captains were even injured as a result, and the situation escalated rapidly.

Objectively speaking, so far, the threat posed by the Reigai is far greater than that of the Quincy.

However, there was one place where the battle situation was different—

"Ugh! You bastard..."

"Impossible!"

Including the Reigai resembling Kuchiki Ginrei, a group of "Shinigami" died at the hands of the sword beast entities that their Zanpakuto had transformed into.

The Muramasa emerged from the shadows, holding a round bead that emitted Reishi fluctuation in its hand, its brows furrowed.

"This is the first time I've encountered something like this... It's not a Shinigami, yet it possesses the same power and Zanpakuto... No, it's just an empty shell of a sword. It's almost effortless to bewitch it; it's completely at my mercy."

Amidst a pool of blood, Sengoku Kyōka coldly gazed at the scattered beads on the ground.

Among the Quincy, there are a few people who deserve special attention, including Koga. However, it's not out of fear of him, but rather because they desperately want to seize his Bankai!

However, the first Quincy to appear and attempt to use his Star Seal was stabbed in the back almost without hesitation by Muramasa, who had his Star Sign stolen...

That Quincy must have died a very unfortunate death, right?

Needless to say, the remaining Reigai are genuine or fake. They can fool others, but they can never fool Muramasa, who has telepathy!

"What a nonsensical fellow... I'll protect the Third Division while the Captain is away!"

Chapter 492 The Maha Kōryō in My Heart.

Seireitei, a giant Senkaimon.

A large number of "Death Gods" and Quincy arrived here and swiftly eliminated the guards, seizing this important strategic resource.

However, they did not intend to do anything with the Senkaimon; they simply wanted to blow it up, because only in this way could the Hueco Mundo Expeditionary Army and the Human World Surveillance Unit be permanently isolated from each other.

Although they did Dangai, it's always better to be prepared.

However, in Flash Step, they were all turned into ice sculptures!

The crisp sound of military boots hitting the ground rang out, and Esdeath, with her long, ice-blue hair, stepped out of the void. She coldly looked at the remaining enemies who had just escaped, her eyes full of disdain, and she didn't even have the interest to continue fighting.

"Okita of the Expeditionary Army, Hiyori..."

"Impossible!"

"She should be in Hueco Mundo, why..."

Both the Reigai and the Quincy panicked. Although not many people in the Seireitei knew Esdeath, her formidable reputation had spread to every corner. Everyone knew she was a "wild woman, a specialty of the Lawless Zone," possessing attributes similar to Zaraki Kenpachi.