Battle with Yoruichi

Wang Xun looked at Yoruichi and sighed softly.

The man in front of him was his former captain, the head of the Shihoin Clan, and the commander-in-chief of the Stealth Force.

At this time, she was known throughout the entire Seireitei as the Flash Goddess Yoruichi.

She excels in the techniques of Shunpo and Hakuda Combat.

Even among the team captains, he was in the upper-middle tier.

However, if it's just a matter of exchanging blows, there shouldn't be any major problems.

Wang Xun thought to himself, it was more like a coincidence that this happened, as he could take this opportunity to mention his experience with Hakuda and Shunpo.

With his current Iv6 level of Hakuda and Shunpo, he has already stepped into the threshold of Captain-level. He should be able to withstand some tentative sparring.

"Sure," Wang Xun replied calmly, "Then let's focus on hand-to -Hakuda and learn from Captain Yoruichi."

He bent down, placed his Zanpakuto aside, straightened up, and stretched his wrists.

He then looked at Yoruichi calmly, neither humble nor arrogant.

Wang Xun also wanted to test whether his current Hakuda and Shunpo techniques could hold their own against the renowned Flash Goddess.

Yoruichi eyebrow, her smile deepening.

She could naturally tell that Wang Xun's composure was genuine, which made her even more curious.

Back when she was in the Second Division, she hadn't paid much attention to this young man, only hearing Soi Fon mention him a few times.

It's said that his progress in Hakuda is exceptionally fast, and his Shunpo is also quite good.

When Soi Fon said those words, there was a hint of resentment in her tone. Yoruichi didn't take it to heart at the time, but now she wanted to see it for herself.

The two stood in the center of the cavity, about three meters apart.

Yoruichi loosely clenched her hands, lowered her body slightly, and assumed the starting stance for Hakuda.

Her weight was on the balls of her feet, her arms hung naturally at her sides, her posture relaxed yet concealing a deadly intent, every muscle taut to its optimal state.

The Reiatsu was slowly released from her body, not violent, but carrying a sense of oppression that made it difficult to breathe.

Wang Xun also assumed a fighting stance, his senses firmly locked onto Yoruichi.

Be careful.

Yoruichi's voice still echoed in the air, but her figure had already disappeared from the spot.

That was speed at its absolute limit.

Wang Xun only had time to catch a glimpse of a fleeting image.

The fist was already upon him.

Wang Xun his head to dodge, the force of the punch grazing his cheek and leaving a sharp whistling sound in the air.

Yoruichi's second punch came from below, aimed straight for his abdomen.

Wang Xun stepped back, blocking with his left hand. The fist and palm collided, producing a muffled thud.

Wang Xun was knocked back a step, feeling a slight numbness in the web of his left hand.

Yoruichi's eyes lit up.

"Good."

She gave Wang Xun his breath, and activated Shunpo again.

Her figure left several afterimages in the void, her fists and feet raining down like raindrops, each strike fast, ruthless, sharp, and precise.

Wang Xun parried and retreated simultaneously, not rushing to counterattack, but first adapting to Yoruichi's rhythm.

He could sense that Yoruichi was still testing him; her strength was likely far greater than what he had just witnessed, but she hadn't taken it seriously yet.

As expected, Yoruichi's speed and strength increased.

Wang Xun gradually felt the strain, but he noticed that system notifications were flashing in his field of vision, and many fragments were falling from Yoruichi's body and flowing into his body.

[Gain 15 Hakuda Fragments, Hakuda Experience +150]

[Gained 13 Shunpo Fragments, Shunpo EXP +130]

As Yoruichi's offensive intensified, more and more fragments fell.

The tiny specks of light that had fallen from Yoruichi's body flowed into Zhu Xun's body, and his experience in Hakuda and Shunpo began to steadily increase.

Wang Xun's movements became smoother without him even realizing it during the battle, and he gradually mastered some power generation techniques that he hadn't known before.

Yoruichi finally realized something was wrong.

Some of the movements the Zhu Xun were starting to resemble hers.

It wasn't a deliberate imitation, but rather a natural absorption of the techniques she displayed in battle, like a sponge absorbing water.

His blocking angles, dodging rhythms, and even the timing of his counterattacks were all subtly shifting towards her style.

Isshin was surprised, but she didn't stop her attacks; instead, her fighting spirit grew stronger.

She increased her strength again, and her speed increased by nearly 10%, allowing her to suppress Wang Xun once more.

Although he was still being suppressed by her, every time she increased her speed, Zhu Xun was able to adapt to the new rhythm within a few moves.

In the void, the two figures clashed at high speed.

The muffled thuds of fists and feet colliding were as dense as drumbeats, and the shockwaves generated by the collision of Reiatsu spread in all directions, stirring up gravel and dust from the ground.

Yoruichi's offensive was like a raging storm, while Wang Xun's defense was as solid as a rock.

The two attacked and defended, leaving countless afterimages in the void.

"Your Hakuda style is even better than Soi Fon's."

Yoruichi's voice came from above, and she kicked Wang Xun in the shoulder.

Wang Xun his arm to block, but was forced back several steps by the impact.

"Captain Yoruichi, you flatter me."

"Heh, you still have the energy to reply? You're not bad, kid."

Yoruichi's figure vanished again, attacking from the side.

Wang Xun dodged to the side and then punched her in the waist with his other hand.

Yoruichi raised her hand to block, and the two clashed fists and palms. The moment their Reiatsu collided, a muffled loud thud echoed in the void.

The two retreated simultaneously, creating distance between them.

"Not bad."

Yoruichi and accelerated again, this time using almost all her strength.

Wang Xun's pressure suddenly increased, even though his proficiency in Hakuda and Shunpo was rapidly improving during the battle.

But Yoruichi's strength was too great, so great that even with the system's support, he couldn't catch up in a short time.

"Wang Xun, is this your limit?"

Yoruichi's voice was tinged with laughter as she punched Wang Xun in the chest.

Wang Xun was knocked back several steps. After barely managing to steady himself, he slowly exhaled a breath of stale air.

"Captain Yoruichi, may I use Kidō?"

Wang Xun adjusted his stance and suddenly asked a question.

Yoruichi raised an eyebrow.

"What, you think you can beat me just by using Kidō?"

"If so, then I permit you to use the Kidō."

Wang Xun smiled slightly upon hearing this.

"Alright, then be careful, Captain Yoruichi."

Wang Xun raised his hand, without chanting or forming any hand seals.

Three golden beams of light shot out from his palms, locking onto Yoruichi's body from three directions.

That is the thirtieth of the unchanted Bakudō: the Beak-Piercing Triple Flash.

Yoruichi's eyes widened slightly.

She dodged the three golden beams of light with a swift movement, but her body suddenly froze the moment she landed.

Six golden rays shot in from all directions, pinning her body firmly in mid-air.

Bakudō #61: The Rikujōkōrō.

Yoruichi looked down at the golden pillar of light surrounding her, then looked up at Wang Xun.

Shock and disbelief finally surfaced in those golden eyes.

Let's set aside for now these two uninvoked Bakudō.

In the instant she dodged the Beak-Piercing Triple Flash, Wang Xun, based on his previous experience, had already predicted her most likely landing point and prepared the Rikujōkōrō in advance.

And it seems they were released simultaneously??

What... what are all these things?

Yoruichi was a little confused.

If she wasn't mistaken, Wang Xun had actually managed to release the Beak-Piercing Triple Flash and the Rikujōkōrō simultaneously without chanting.

One was used as bait to lure her away, and the Rikujōkōrō that followed was his real purpose.

And Wang Xun did indeed successfully capture her.

"Dual Incantation... plus Incantation Abandonment?"

Yoruichi's voice suddenly became a little hoarse.

Wang Xun didn't have time to answer her.

Because he was reciting hymns.

This time it wasn't a silent chant, but a complete, clear chant, with every word resounding.

His voice echoed in the hollow, and his Reiatsu surged wildly with the rhythm of the chanting.

"Bakudō #62: Hyapporankan: Hyapporankan"

As the chanting ended, countless light rods formed from Reiryoku fell from the sky, roaring as they hurtled towards Yoruichi.

If one is struck by this Bakudō, then the contest will end.

Yoruichi looked at the powerful high-level Bakudō with a calm expression.

She did not struggle, nor did she even try to break free of the Rikujōkōrō.

However, just as the beams of light were about to strike her, her figure vanished abruptly.

The beam of light struck the empty ground, blasting open several craters and sending debris flying.

At the center of those pillars of light, a black robe was firmly fixed in place.

Wang Xun blinked as he looked at the outer garment that was pinned to the spot by those beams of light.

Yoruichi's voice slowly came from behind.

"This is called 'Utsusemi,' an advanced application of Shunpo. It allows the body to teleport to a safe location by sacrificing an outer garment."

Wang Xun turned around and looked at Yoruichi.

Yoruichi stood not far behind him, arms crossed, a slight smile on her face.

At this moment, her outer clothes disappeared, leaving only a close-fitting outfit.

"Your Kidō are indeed impressive," she paused, "But your predictive abilities and tactical thinking have also impressed me greatly."

Wang Xun remained silent.

The system notification was flashing in his mind.

[Detected advanced application of Shunpo: Utsusemi. Parsing... Success]

[Unlock the Shunpo branch skill - Utsusemi: Beginner (1%)]

Wang Xun withdrew his gaze.

This fight was definitely worth it.

"Captain Yoruichi, shall we continue?"

Yoruichi looked at him, a complex expression flashing in her eyes.

Then, the corners of her mouth curved into a wider smile.

"Of course, I haven't had enough fun yet."

She flexed her wrists.

"But it seems that ordinary methods won't be enough to subdue you now."

She paused, a glint of shrewdness flashing in her eyes.

"Let me show you this secret technique. I remember you and Soi Fon developed this ability before, so it shouldn't be unfamiliar to you."

"However, I don't use this ability very often, so there might be times when I can't control my strength. Be careful."

As she spoke, she glanced at herself.

The outer layer was used by Utsusemi earlier, so I don't need to take it off again.

Immediately, Yoruichi's shoulders slumped slightly, and the Kidō Reiatsu suddenly erupted from her shoulders and back.

Her Reiatsu surged instantly, and the air around her became violent and chaotic, causing the pebbles on the ground to roll everywhere.

"Shunkō."

Yoruichi's voice drifted over softly.

This is a top-tier technique that combines Hakuda- to-hand combat) and Kidō), granting it speed and power beyond its limits.

Wang Xun's pupils dilated slightly. At this moment, Yoruichi's Reiatsu surged like a thunderstorm, and the violent sense of oppression made his hair stand on end.

Yoruichi's figure disappeared from the spot once again.

Before Wang Xun could even react, fists and kicks were already in front of him.

He instinctively raised his arm to block, but a tremendous force blasted him away.

He flipped in the air, barely landing, his feet sliding several feet across the ground before regaining his balance.

My arms were numb, my thumbs and index fingers were split open, and blood was dripping from my fingers.

He looked down at his arm, feeling a sharp pain in his bones.

So competitive.

However, Yoruichi did not give him a chance to catch his breath.

She reappeared and kicked him in the shoulder.

Wang Xun barely managed to dodge to the side; the force of the punch grazed his shoulder, leaving a deep dent in the rock wall.

He flipped and leaped up, then Shunpo retreated, trying to create distance.

But Yoruichi was too fast, so fast that he could only see afterimages.

Wang Xun resisted with all his might, but Yoruichi's attacks were too dense and powerful. Yoruichi, who showed no mercy, left him with no chance to fight back.

Soon, Yoruichi grabbed Wang Xun's wrist, flipped him over, locked him in a lock, and pinned Wang Xun to the ground.

Yoruichi at Wang Xun, who was panting heavily, Ye Yi felt relieved. She lowered her head and leaned close to Wang Xun's ear.

The hot air blowing out made Wang Xun's ears itch.

"So, do you still want to fight?"

Yoruichi's voice came from beside him, carrying a hint of hearty laughter.

"This time, you're allowed to use your Zanpakuto."

Wang Xun knelt on the ground, panting heavily.

He looked up at Yoruichi.

Sweat streamed down his face, mingling with blood from the corner of his mouth, and dripped onto the ground.

But his eyes were very bright.

Yoruichi watched the smile on Wang Xun's lips, a sense of foreboding suddenly welled up in her heart.

The next moment, she felt her hand go empty. She stared blankly at the black Shinigami armor she was clutching.

She turned her head and saw Wang Xun standing not far away, wearing only a pair of pants, revealing his muscular upper body.

His skin glowed with a pale green light, the light of the Kaidō energy, as he healed himself.

This is... Kaidō?

A hint of doubt arose in Yoruichi 'Isshin, then she suddenly realized.

Yes, Wang Xun is in the Fourth Division...

However, in the next moment, Yoruichi saw Wang Xun get into position, and his shoulders suddenly erupted with the same violent Reiatsu.

Dark red Kidō flames erupted from his shoulders and back, forming an eerie and chilling power.

That is...

Shunkō???

Yoruichi's eyes widened suddenly.

She stared intently at Wang Xun, watching the dark red flames flicker on his shoulders and back, and watching his Reiatsu rise at an incredible speed.

Those golden eyes surged with shock and excitement, along with an undisguised joy of spotting a prey.

"Wang Xun..." Yoruichi's voice trembled slightly, "The surprise you gave me was much bigger than I imagined."

Wang Xun stretched his shoulders, feeling the surging power within him.

"Captain Yoruichi, please guide me."

Yoruichi's smile contained only the pure excitement of a warrior.

"Come."

The two of them vanished from the spot at the same time.

Inside the cave, two figures clashed at high speed, the loud crash of their fists and feet causing rubble to fall from the rock wall.

Wang Xun's mastery of Shunkō also improved rapidly through constant clashes with Yoruichi.

[Shunkō Skill Proficiency +5%]

[Shun'etsu Proficiency +8%]

[Shun'etsu Proficiency +12%]