Hollowfication

Sōkyoku Hill.

The highest execution ground in the Seireitei is rarely visited.

The massive Sōkyoku structure stands precariously on the edge of the cliff, casting menacing shadows in the moonlight.

But few people know that beneath this hill lies a huge underground cavity.

Urahara led Wang Xun through a hidden passage to this space.

The cavity was very wide, about the size of several football fields.

"This is a place I developed in my early years. Sometimes I come here to practice with my friends."

Urahara said.

"Furthermore, I set up a barrier around me to isolate Reiatsu detection, which is discreet enough and won't disturb others."

Wang Xun nodded, his gaze sweeping over his surroundings.

It is indeed a suitable place.

Urahara took a few steps back, creating some distance.

"Come on, let me see the true nature of the power within you."

"You can control it, right?"

Wang Xun a deep breath and then nodded.

This was the first time he had proactively displayed this strength in front of others.

Although Urahara already knew some of it, seeing it with his own eyes and hearing about it are completely different concepts.

Wang Xun closed his eyes, sensing the dormant power within his body.

The Hollowfication Reiatsu had always lurked deep within his soul.

Most of his previous power was taken away by the clone, but the remaining portion should be enough for him to complete the Hollowfication.

He opened his eyes.

A dark red Reiatsu surged from his body.

That power was violent and cold, carrying the savage aura unique to the Void.

It swirled and condensed around Wang Xun, then slowly covered his face.

The bone mask gradually took shape from nothing.

It was a pure white mask, without intricate patterns or ferocious designs, only the simplest outline.

However, the Reiatsu Hollowfication energy was slightly insufficient, and the resulting mask only covered half of the face.

But that aura, that sense of oppression, was absolutely real.

Kisuke Urahara's pupils contracted sharply.

He stood there, looking at Wang Xun. Although he tried to remain calm, he could not hide the excitement and curiosity in his eyes.

"This is Hollowfication..."

Complete, controllable, and perfectly integrated.

A successful Hollowfication, breaking the boundary between Hollows and Soul Reaper.

Urahara's hands trembled slightly.

He has studied the Hōgyoku for many years and conducted countless experiments, but he has never succeeded in finding a way to achieve his goal.

But this young man in front of me did it.

Moreover, it was done so perfectly.

Wang Xun looked at his expression, his voice carrying its distinctive double tremor.

"Are you satisfied now?"

Urahara snapped out of his daze.

He took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down.

"Let's test it out. Let me see what this power can bring you."

Wang Xun nodded.

How do you want to test it?

Kisuke Urahara drew his Zanpakuto from his waist, a slight, barely suppressed smile playing on his lips.

"Of course, the most direct way is combat."

Upon hearing this, Wang Xun stretched his body, sensing the changes brought about by the Hollowfication.

His Reiatsu surged within him, making him significantly stronger than usual.

Perception becomes more acute, and all five senses are enhanced.

My body felt lighter, as if I had broken free from some kind of restraint.

Although it's only the lowest level Iv1 Hollowfication, the increase is already quite considerable.

Wang Xun looked at Urahara.

Are you ready?

Urahara assumed a fighting stance, a hint of excitement flashing in his eyes.

"Bring it on."

As soon as he finished speaking, Wang Xun's figure disappeared from the spot.

Urahara's eyes lit up, and he dodged to the side.

Wang Xun's fist grazed the hem of his clothes, creating a gust of wind.

"Very fast, not bad."

Urahara dodged while making his assessment.

Wang Xun remained silent and continued his attack.

Fist, foot, elbow, knee.

Every strike was swift and deadly, but Urahara always managed to dodge it perfectly.

He wasn't fighting; he was observing.

Wang Xun didn't pay any attention.

He knew that Urahara's strength was far greater than that.

Since he wants to see it, let him see as much as he wants.

Wang Xun suddenly changed his move, retreating while muttering incantations.

Urahara's eyes lit up.

"The Kidō?"

[Dual Incantation: Perfect]

In the past two months, Wang Xun has mastered this skill.

The next moment, Urahara heard two chants resounding from Wang Xun's mouth at the same time.

One path is the Hadō, the other is the Bakudō.

Wang Xun himself continued to move at high speed.

Urahara's pupils contracted slightly.

"Dual Incantation while moving?!"

Urahara was stunned.

Before he finished speaking, two Kidō were unleashed simultaneously.

A Bakudō locked onto Urahara's feet, while a Hadō blasted towards his face.

Urahara Shunpo to dodge, and at the same time raised his hand, a red light shield blocking the Hadō.

But a look of surprise had already appeared on his face.

"The execution of the Dual Incantation was near perfect."

"You brat, you've really gone too far in your mastery of the Kidō."

He looked at Wang Xun, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes.

This young man is far more powerful than he imagined; he has actually mastered the art of Kidō cultivation to this extent.

The next moment, Urahara suddenly drew his sword.

"Your Kidō are impressive. I wonder how your Kendō is?"

The Zanpakuto transformed into a red blade of light and slashed towards Wang Xun.

Wang Xun's eyes lit up.

He dodged to the side, drawing his sword at the same time.

The two Zanpakuto clashed together, producing a piercing metallic scraping sound.

The next moment, Kisuke Urahara realized something was wrong.

This young man's swordsmanship far exceeded his expectations.

The blade was sharp and cunning, each strike aimed directly at vital points, making it almost impossible for him to defend himself.

Before Urahara could even react, two rips appeared in his clothes, nearly injuring him.

Where did Wang Xun learn his swordsmanship? Why is he so difficult to deal with?

If it weren't for his much higher base stats at the moment, in terms of pure technique alone, he, who was not good at swordsmanship, would almost have been completely dominated by Wang Xun.

Between offense and defense, Kisuke Urahara asked.

"Hey, Wang Xun, your Kendō is a bit scary, how did you train?"

"Captain Unohana taught me."

"Unohana... taught you that?"

Kisuke Urahara paused for a moment.

The Unohana, the First Kenpachi from a thousand years ago, who taught the Wang Xun the Kendō?

Why?

Urahara didn't have time to think it through, because Wang Xun's offensive was getting stronger and stronger.

The blade flashed, and the sword energy surged.

The two moved at high speed through the void, their Zanpakuto clashing repeatedly, sparking bursts of sparks.

Urahara grew increasingly alarmed as the fight progressed.

This young man's swordsmanship has reached a considerable level.

It's not the kind of flashy sword techniques, but a real, battle-tested killing sword.

Every cut and every move was clean and swift.

Urahara suddenly sheathed his sword and took a few steps back.

That's enough.

He said.

Wang Xun stopped his attack and looked at him.

Urahara looked at him, his eyes filled with complex emotions.

"Your swordsmanship, was it really taught by Captain Unohana?"

Wang Xun nodded.

"Yes."

Urahara took a deep breath.

"No wonder..."

He didn't finish speaking, but the meaning was already clear.

To be personally taught Kendō by Unohana is itself a form of recognition.

And this young man clearly did not disappoint that recognition.

Urahara was silent for a moment, then walked to the side and took out a notebook from the corner.

He began to record Wang Xun circumstances.

"In the Hollowfication state, Reiatsu increases by about 30%."

"Shunpo speed increased by more than 30%."

"The Dual Incantation of the Kidō is nearly perfect, and can be performed while moving, with increased power."

"Fencing..."

He looked up at Wang Xun, his eyes filled with the focused concentration typical of a researcher.

"From what we've seen so far, the improvement is quite good."

Wang Xun dissipated into Hollowfication, and the mask slowly disappeared.

He walked over to Urahara and glanced at the notebook.

"But it seems... not that strong, right?"

"Disappointed, Third Seat Urahara?"