Fracture

Wang Xun had always found it strange that Aizen didn't seem to want him to have direct contact with the Hōgyoku.

Although Wang Xun could see Aizen using the Hōgyoku to conduct some experiments in the laboratory, Wang Xun could clearly sense that Aizen had been watching him for a long time.

Wang Xun has also reviewed the reasons behind this.

Especially after Aizen tried to use the Hōgyoku to activate the Hollowfication power within him, there have been no more experiments related to the Hōgyoku.

Therefore, one of Wang Xun's guesses is very likely to be close to that answer.

The power of the Hōgyoku might be absorbed by oneself and transformed into awakening points within the body.

That's why Aizen was so careful in controlling his contact with the Hōgyoku.

If that's the case, then Aizen's claim that he was involved in the development of the Hōgyoku might indeed be worth considering in terms of its veracity.

Perhaps he could be involved, but his contact with the Hōgyoku would still be controlled.

However, Wang Xun had some new ideas at this moment.

He happened to have a trump card that no one knew about.

His clone in Hueco Mundo.

That was a spiritual clone he created using his Hollowfication ability, which he casually tossed into Hueco Mundo and was now growing wildly.

Wang Xun would occasionally control it to devour the Reishi of the void to accumulate experience.

That clone had already leveled up to Adjuchas in the dog-eat-dog world of Hueco Mundo.

Moreover, this clone has remained hidden within Hueco Mundo, never being exposed.

No one would associate it with Wang Xun himself.

If it could be captured by Aizen unintentionally and its unique characteristics revealed, thus attracting Aizen's attention.

Finally, by luring Aizen to conduct experiments on it using the Hōgyoku, Wang Xun could then seize the opportunity to use this clone to do something to the Hōgyoku.

A crazy yet feasible plan began to take shape in Wang Xun's mind.

He disguised his clone as a Hollow with a special constitution, deliberately allowing it to be captured by Aizen's people and used as a test subject to infiltrate experiments related to the Hōgyoku.

Like him, his clone possesses the ability to collect fragments. As long as it gets close to the Hōgyoku during an experiment, it can silently collect Hōgyoku fragments and increase its awakening level.

He didn't need to lift a finger or reveal any intentions throughout the entire process.

Even if this illusory anomaly is discovered and fails to escape, the loss would only be an avatar, which wouldn't have a significant impact on Wang Xun himself.

But if successful, you can reliably earn Hōgyoku fragments.

This plan is highly feasible, carries no fatal risks, and is definitely worth trying.

Wang Xun suppressed his inner thoughts; this was his top-secret trump card, and he wouldn't discuss it with anyone.

Even Kisuke Urahara wouldn't do.

He remained calm, pulling his thoughts back to reality, looked at Kisuke Urahara, and suddenly asked a question.

"By the way, Urahara."

"We're plotting against Aizen's Hōgyoku, and Aizen, too, began plotting Hōgyoku yours a long time ago."

Are you sure your Hōgyoku's location is well-hidden?

Urahara's hand paused slightly.

He turned around and looked at Wang Xun.

"Of course, this can be considered the most important thing."

Wang Xun thought for a moment, a bold idea arose in his mind, and then he asked.

"When I tested my Hollowfication ability with you before, I only used Hollowfication potions."

"But Aizen tried the Hōgyoku Hōgyoku me before, why don't you try it on me in the same way?"

Upon hearing this, Kisuke Urahara's eyes flashed with a strange look.

Why are you suddenly asking this kind of question?

"This is a very dangerous and important thing, not to mention whether it will have any impact on you."

"More importantly, it cannot be easily revealed. What if Aizen finds out?"

Wang Xun looked at him and suddenly felt that something was wrong.

Urahara's behavior was different from usual.

He thought for a moment, and then it suddenly dawned on him.

Wang Xun understood Kisuke Urahara's concerns.

This guy is afraid that he is a puppet hypnotized by Aizen 'Kyōka Suigetsu, and that he is deliberately trying to trick him into giving up his Hōgyoku.

"You don't actually think I'm Aizen's Kyōka Suigetsu, do you?"

Wang Xun's voice sounded somewhat helpless.

Kisuke Urahara remained silent.

He simply stood there watching Wang Xun, a hint of silence on his face.

He neither denied nor admitted it.

There was only silence.

Wang Xun looked at him, a strange feeling welling up inside him, and then he let out a soft breath.

He suddenly understood something.

Kisuke Urahara had always been wary of him.

From the very beginning, when Wang Xun confronted him, he had already prepared for this.

Even what Wang Xun said could be considered a lie by him.

Kisuke Urahara didn't know whether what Wang Xun said and all his actions up to this point were true, or Aizen wanted him to see them.

He dared not gamble.

So he chose the safest way: not to trust anyone.

And, Hōgyoku in the most secret place.

"Wang Xun, I know you can understand, and I don't want to believe the worst outcome either."

Urahara finally spoke, but his tone was no longer as relaxed as usual.

"You understand the importance of the Hōgyoku. When it comes to anything involving the Hōgyoku, being overly cautious is never excessive."

Wang Xun looked at him and remained silent for a long time.

Then he smiled.

There was no anger or disappointment in that smile, only an indescribable sense of relief.

"Of course, I understand."

"If you're willing to help with the Garganta business, that would be great; if not, then forget it."

7

"I have nothing else to say."

Wang Xun turned around and walked towards the cave entrance.

"Wang Xun."

Upon hearing this, Wang Xun stopped in his tracks.

It's not that I don't believe you.

Urahara's voice was somewhat low.

Wang Xun did not turn around.

"I know."

He strode into the darkness.

Urahara's voice came from behind.

"I'll help you with the experimental plan for the Garganta. It won't take long. Our plan still needs to continue."

"Of course, thank you for your hard work."

Only after Wang Xun's figure completely disappeared at the end of the passage did Kisuke Urahara sigh, turn around, and walk back to the lab table.

As Wang Xun walked back to the Fourth Division, the conversation from earlier was still replaying in his mind.

Aizen's Kyōka Suigetsu left everyone living in a state of doubt.

Wang Xun stopped, looked up, and gazed at the night sky.

Aizen may have been dangerous, but at least he was honest.

If he wants to take advantage of you, he'll do it openly.

If he wants to kill you, he'll just kill you.

He won't pretend to trust you and then be wary of you behind your back.

His schemes are out in the open; you can see them, you can't hide from them, but you know what he's doing.

But Urahara is different.

He helps you with a smile; he gives you things.

But there was always a wall in his heart.

That wall wasn't aimed at Wang Xun, but at everyone.

He can cooperate with you and fight alongside you, but he won't truly trust you.

It was as if, within this Seireitei, his trust was the most luxurious thing.

But Wang Xun didn't blame Urahara.

After all, if it were him, he would have done the same.

Wang Xun withdrew his gaze and continued walking forward.

He suddenly realized something.

So, this was Aizen's real purpose.

To allow myself to see Kisuke Urahara clearly once again.

That's truly a terrifying display of cunning...