The Transfer Order Arrives, Yamada Departs

Afterwards, Kaname Tōsen was imprisoned in a secret cell deep within the Maggot's Nest.

His injuries have mostly healed under Wang Xun 'Kaidō healing, and his Reiatsu has gradually stabilized, but he remains unconscious and will not wake up for some time.

At the same time, Urahara also made multiple layers of sealing to ensure that nothing went wrong.

We'll let him out when we need him to appear.

On this day, Wang Xun was in Aizen's laboratory, testing the Hōgyoku and calibrating the complex data.

Loyd, disguised as Kaname Tōsen, sat in a chair in the corner, responsible for recording experimental data, his face calm and silent.

Suddenly, Wang Xun's senses detected something unusual.

An unusual Reiatsu emanated from outside the laboratory.

He recognized the Reiatsu; it was the Reiatsu of Quincy he had seen before.

As Wang Xun followed Aizen out of the laboratory, Cang Du also emerged from the shadows.

His round glasses reflected a cold light, making it impossible to see his eyes.

He glanced at the group, his gaze lingering on Kaname Tōsen for a moment before casually shifting away and finally settling on Aizen.

"Aizen, we meet again."

Aizen looked at Cang Du, a slight smile playing on his lips.

"It seems your leader has made a decision."

Cang Du nodded.

"Haschwalth has agreed to your terms. In return for keeping the secrets of the Wandenreich, the Wandenreich will come to your aid when you take action against the Seireitei in the future."

Aizen's lips curled into a smile.

"Very good."

Cang Du took a document from his pocket and placed it on the lab table.

The document was wrapped in a white cover with no text on it, only a silver emblem representing the Quincy of the Wandenreich.

"This is an alliance; both sides will not invade each other, will share intelligence, and will jointly fight against the Gotei 13."

"The alliance shall take effect from the date of its signing. If either party reveals the existence of the other, the alliance shall automatically become invalid, and the two parties shall then be enemies."

Aizen picked up the document, glanced at it, and then put it down.

"No written agreement is needed; a verbal agreement is sufficient."

Cang Du's brow twitched slightly as his gaze swept back and forth across Aizen's face.

Then he nodded.

"Then let's agree verbally."

The two looked at each other, but neither spoke.

A subtle tension permeated the air, a tacit understanding of mutual exploitation.

The alliance is a sham, but the benefits are real.

Once the Gotei 13 are weakened to a certain extent, this alliance will be as fragile as paper and torn apart by both sides simultaneously.

Cang Du turned and left.

He turned his head, his gaze falling on Kaname Tōsen, a meaningful smile curving his lips.

"Your men are recovering well."

Kaname Tōsen lowered his head and remained silent.

Aizen's gaze fell on him.

No need for you to trouble yourself.

Cang Du said nothing more and strode into the shadows.

The shadows surged beneath his feet, like a pool of churned black water, slowly engulfing his figure.

A few breaths later, the shadow returned to calm, as if nothing had happened.

Aizen stood there, staring at the spot where the shadow had vanished, and remained silent for a moment.

His gaze was deep and calm, as if he were deep in thought.

Then, he turned around and looked at Kaname Tōsen.

"Is your injury completely healed?"

Kaname Tōsen lowered his head.

"I'm all better now, thank you for your concern Lord Aizen."

Aizen nodded.

"That's good. Then continue to lead the Hōgyoku experiment, with Wang Xun assisting you. We can proceed from here."

Kaname Tōsen a slight bow, Aizen patted him on the shoulder before leaving.

Wang Xun noticed that after Aizen left, Kaname Tōsen's fingers clenched slightly.

The movement was very light and quick; you wouldn't notice it unless you were deliberately observing.

When this disguised Kaname Tōsen actually begins his experiments, many problems will inevitably arise. How will he then conceal his true intentions?

Wang Xun's lips curled up slightly as he awaited Aizen's reaction.

Even, what would Aizen's expression be Kaname Tōsen appeared at the same time?

As night fell, the streets of Seireitei were bathed in the cool moonlight.

Kaname Tōsen walked slowly back to the Ninth Division barracks, as if he was deep in thought.

When he reached the entrance of a secluded alley, he suddenly stopped.

The alley was flanked by towering walls, from which Reishi emitted a faint, cold light, illuminating the alley in a dim, half-lit atmosphere.

"Come out."

His voice was low, but it was exceptionally clear in the quiet alley.

From the shadows, Cang Du slowly emerged.

His steps were very light, making almost no sound.

"Good alertness, Loyd."

Cang Du's voice was calm.

Kaname Tōsen nodded slightly.

What are the instructions?

Cang Du walked up to him and lowered her voice.

"Report the information you currently possess: is the existence of the Hōgyoku real, and how difficult is it to seize Hōgyoku?"

Kaname Tōsen lowered his head and pondered for a moment.

"The Hōgyoku does exist. Aizen has been using it for Hollowfication Experiment, attempting to break down the boundaries between Soul Reaper and Hollows. Moreover, he has his eye on the Hōgyoku in the possession of another person."

Cang Du's brow twitched slightly.

"Who?"

"Kisuke Urahara, Third Seat in the Second Division."

Kaname Tōsen's voice was calm.

"He also possesses a Hōgyoku. Aizen's plan is to first weaken the Gotei 13, and then, when the time is right, seize the Hōgyoku from Urahara, and finally fuse the two Hōgyoku to gain power beyond everything."

Cang Du's eyes narrowed slightly, and his gaze sharpened.

"Two Hōgyoku... Interesting."

He paused, his gaze falling on Kaname Tōsen.

"Haschwalth's orders were to seize the Hōgyoku, but since it's only a half-finished product... let's wait for his further assessment."

Kaname Tōsen nodded.

"Furthermore, if we really want to seize the Hōgyoku, I need help. I can't do it alone under Aizen's nose."

A slight smile curved at the corners of Cang Du's lips.

The smile was faint, tinged with a hint of coldness.

"Don't worry, the Sternritter will act once the plan is ready. For now, you just need to do your job: monitor Aizen, gather intelligence, and wait for the signal."

Kaname Tōsen lowered his head.

"Clear."

Cang Du said nothing more and turned to walk into the shadows.

This time, he didn't look back.

The shadows surged beneath his feet, slowly engulfing his figure.

A few moments later, the alley returned to calm.

Kaname Tōsen stood there, staring at the spot where the shadow had vanished, and remained silent for a long time.

He withdrew his gaze and turned to walk towards the alley entrance.

As he left the alleyway and headed towards the Ninth Division barracks where he now resided, an unexpected person appeared.

Wang Xun.

He was dressed in a Shinigami uniform, with Zanpakuto hanging at his waist, and his expression was calm, as if he had appeared there by chance.

However, Kaname Tōsen did not believe that his appearance was accidental.

"Your recovery is going well. Do you need me to help you with some further treatment?"

Kaname Tōsen was unaware of Wang Xun's intentions and said nothing.

He simply turned sideways and walked past Wang Xun.

No need for you to trouble yourself.

The footsteps were particularly clear on the empty street, gradually fading into the distance.

Wang Xun neither turned around nor spoke.

He simply stood there, watching Kaname Tōsen's figure gradually disappear into the night.

He withdrew his gaze and turned to walk towards the Fourth Division.

Time slipped away quietly as we waited.

Days passed, and the surface of Seireitei remained calm, but the undercurrents beneath the surface were growing increasingly turbulent.

On this day, Wang Xun was carrying out his daily duties in the Fourth Division.

The transfer order for Central 46 has arrived.

Kiyōnosuke Yamada was transferred.

Although the transfer order seemed sudden, it was actually expected.

The expansion of the Shin'ō Medical Institute has been completed, and an experienced medical expert is needed to serve as its general agent.

After weighing the pros and cons, Kiyōnosuke Yamada is the most suitable candidate.

That afternoon, the sky was overcast.

Kiyōnosuke Yamada was packing his things in the Fourth Division's barracks.

His movements were slow, as if he were saying a final goodbye to this place.

Some of his familiar teammates surrounded him, some saying goodbye, others seeing him off.

But everyone knew that Yamada would be serving the nobility at the Shin'ō Medical Institute from now on, so this was actually a promotion.

Wang Xun was also among them, standing behind the crowd, watching Yamada.

After all, Yamada had taught him a lot on the Kaidō, so it was only right and proper for him to see him off.

"Lieutenant Yamada, will you come back?"

A young team member finally couldn't help but speak, his voice trembling slightly.

Kiyōnosuke Yamada didn't answer; he just smiled.

His gaze swept over everyone present, finally settling on Wang Xun.

"Do a good job."

It was only three words, but his tone was very serious, as if he were entrusting something to someone.

Wang Xun nodded.

"Don't worry, Lieutenant Yamada."

Kiyōnosuke Yamada didn't say anything more, picked up his luggage, and walked out of the Fourth Division's gate.

A few days later, in the Fourth Division Captain's Office.

Unohana sat at the desk, a document spread out in front of her.

Sunlight streamed through the window, casting a warm golden hue across the floor.

A faint herbal scent filled the air, and the atmosphere was as peaceful and serene as ever.

Wang Xun stood opposite her, holding today's medical report in his hand.

When Unohana summoned him, he already had a vague sense of something.

"Kiyonosuke is gone, and the position of vice-captain is vacant."

Unohana's voice was calm, as if she were stating something insignificant.

Wang Xun remained silent.

He knew that Unohana had summoned him not just to hand over his work.

Unohana looked up at him.

Those gentle eyes held a seriousness that Wang Xun rarely saw.

"From today onwards, you will take over as vice captain."

Wang Xun's fingers paused slightly.

Vice Captain.

Although he is currently fully capable of handling the position.

But when it actually happened to him, he still felt a sense of unreality.

From an ordinary student at the Spiritual Arts Academy, to a member of the Second Division, then to the Fourth Seat of the Fourth Division, and finally to the vice-captain.

Only two short years have passed.

Within the entire Seireitei, the speed of promotion is considered astonishing.

He was silent for a moment, then lowered his head.

"Thank you, Captain."

Unohana nodded gently.

"Your abilities are worthy of this position."

She stood up, walked to the window, and turned her back to him.

"The Fourth Division is a medical division and rarely participates in combat, but that doesn't mean it's unimportant."

"On the contrary, it is the most important, because only those who survive can continue the fight."

She turned around and looked at Wang Xun.

"Your level of Kaidō is evident to everyone in the Fourth Division. You are fully capable of fulfilling the duties of a vice-captain, and there will be no gossip about you."

"From now on, for the sake of Soul Society, and for your own sake, work hard."

Wang Xun looked at her and remained silent for a moment.

The sunlight fell on her, gilding her silhouette with a soft golden edge.

Her expression was calm, but there was a depth in her eyes that Wang Xun had never seen before.

"I will certainly live up to your trust."

Upon hearing Wang Xun's answer, Unohana nodded.

"Then remember this: from now on, you're the vice-captain. You're not only responsible for yourself, but also for everyone in the team."

Wang Xun lowered his head.

"Clear."

After understanding the relevant procedures, Wang Xun got up and left the captain's room.

Even as the vice-captain, Wang Xun remained as composed as ever.

Unohana simply stood there, watching Wang Xun leave, a slight smile playing on her lips.

A few days later, Wang Xun returned to Aizen's secret laboratory.

The Hōgyoku spun slowly in the container. Aizen stood in front of the petri dish, watching the surging mass of Reiatsu inside.

His hands were behind his back, his posture was calm, and his gaze was deep.

Kaname Tōsen stood behind him, his hands hanging at his sides, his face calm.

His Reiatsu had returned, and his wounds had healed, but he rarely spoke, simply doing what he was supposed to do in silence.

But Wang Xun knew that this fake Kaname Tōsen about to face his greatest test: leading the experiment.

I wonder how he'll cover it up.

Wang Xun stood in front of the experimental table, holding a notebook in his hand, his gaze fixed on the Reiatsu fluctuation diagrams.

His pen tip glide lightly across the paper, recording every piece of data.

"Wang Xun."

Aizen's voice came from the other side.

Wang Xun raised his head.

"I heard you've been promoted to vice-captain. Congratulations!"

"Thank you Lieutenant Aizen. It's nothing important."

Aizen nodded, and the topic returned to the Hōgyoku experiment.

"The Hōgyoku experiment can now proceed to the next stage. I plan to find a few Hollows to conduct the next experiment and try out the Hollow's Arrancarization."

Wang Xun's fingers paused slightly.

The Arrancarization of Arrancars is a crucial step in Aizen's Arrancar plan and the first step in his scheme to conquer Hueco Mundo.

His illusory clone, the white one currently sealed in a container, had been hiding, waiting for an opportunity.

Is it time to mobilize it?

"When does it begin?"

Wang Xun asked, his voice remaining calm.

Aizen walked back to the lab bench, picked up a document, and handed it to him.

"Three days from now, you will be responsible for preparing the experimental materials and assisting Kaname Tōsen conducting the experiment."

Wang Xun took the document.

"Clear."

He turned and walked deeper into the laboratory.

There, within the sealed container, his illusory clone lay quietly.

The white, ethereal form was slender, with a bone mask covering its face. It slowly opened its eyes, which shimmered with a dark red light.

Wang Xun stood in front of the container, looking at his clone.

The void inside the container also slowly raised its head.

Those dark red eyes met his gaze.

Wang Xun withdrew his gaze, turned around and walked to another container, looking at the void within, and nodded slightly.

He then selected a few foes in good condition to use for testing.

It's not time to activate my virtual clone yet.