Ambush

Wang Xun was surprised to see Shunsui Kyōraku looking so relaxed, as if he were discussing where to eat that night.

He finally realized that Shunsui Kyōraku's appearance was definitely intentional.

As for the reason, the first thing Wang Xun could think of was Shunsui Kyōraku, who had a conflict with Tsunayashiro Tokinada.

Kyōraku had been keeping a close eye on the restless behavior of this dangerous individual.

Furthermore, there are the Nanao.

If it were due to Nanao, then Shunsui Kyōraku might have noticed him much earlier.

Wang Xun recalled the time when he wanted to join the Eighth Division, but was sternly rejected by Shunsui Kyōraku.

Well, so that's where it all started...

Wang Xun looked at Shunsui Kyōraku, suppressing the chaotic thoughts in his mind, and maintained a proper level of respect on his face.

"In that case, I'll have to trouble you Captain Kyōraku."

"Don't be so reserved, relax, just treat it as a night stroll."

Kyōraku smiled, adjusted his straw hat, and indeed took a leisurely step, leading the way towards the White Way Gate.

Wang Xun watched Kyōraku's Zanpakuto at his waist.

This seems to imply tacit approval for him to carry his Zanpakuto.

Old Deng's thoughts are truly unfathomable.

Kyōraku's steps seemed casual, but he always maintained a distance that was neither too close nor too far from Wang Xun, neither walking side by side nor leaving Wang Xun too far behind.

The two walked one after the other through the quiet streets of Seireitei, passed through the White Way Gate, and entered the West Rukongai area.

Just as he said, Kyōraku seemed to be there for a leisurely stroll, occasionally commenting on the scenery along the road or the stalls that were open at night.

Unlike Kyōraku's relaxed demeanor, Wang Xun remained tense, constantly aware of his surroundings.

As they walked through a relatively quiet neighborhood with somewhat complex terrain, something unexpected happened.

Within the shadows of the house, several bursts of Reiatsu suddenly erupted, and the attack came without warning!

From the shadows to the side, a fierce black figure shot out like an arrow, its blade aimed straight for Wang Xun's face.

At the same time, from the broken window of the abandoned house behind him, a second, long-awaited attack silently arrived, its target clearly Wang Xun's back.

The two worked together seamlessly, virtually shutting out Wang Xun's escape route; they were clearly experienced assassins.

At the critical moment, Wang Xun suddenly leaned to the side, dodging the knife aimed at his face; the cold blade almost sliced through his forehead.

At the same time, he turned sideways and Zanpakuto from his waist to block the sneak attack from behind.

The next instant, he swung his knife, forcing the two attackers back.

At that moment, Wang Xun glanced at Shunsui Kyōraku not far away; he too was being attacked.

Kyōraku, however, handled the situation much more easily.

He drew the short sword from his waist and casually swung it, easily deflecting all the incoming attacks.

"So they're going to attack me too? How terrifying, you assassins."

"Wang Xun, I can't hold on much longer! Can you help me?"

Looking at Shunsui Kyōraku, who seemed to be playing around, Wang Xun's expression showed a hint of helplessness.

At that moment, the two assassins who were fighting fiercely with Shunsui Kyōraku shouted to their companion.

"Hey, we'll hold this guy back, you guys hurry up and take care of that kid!"

Kyōraku scratched his cheek upon hearing this.

"Oh right, you guys are really making things difficult for me."

Wang Xun stopped paying attention to Shunsui Kyōraku; his expression clearly indicated that he wanted Wang Xun to handle the situation himself.

That suits me perfectly.

Blades clashed, and Wang Xun once again withstood the attack from the front.

"Not bad, kid."

A burly man with a black cloth covering his face grinned maliciously, his eyes gleaming with an even stronger bloodthirsty light.

The attacker from behind was a tall, thin man with sinister eyes, his cold gaze fixed on Wang Xun, searching for an opportunity.

The next moment, the two charged forward again.

It was still an extremely skillful combination attack, with one person launching a strong attack as bait, followed closely by the other's killing move.

In terms of swordsmanship alone, the two might not be as good as Wang Xun, but their skillful teamwork and combat experience still put some pressure on Wang Xun.

Facing the enemy's oncoming attack, Wang Xun forced them back with a fierce slash, using the momentum to change his position and add another wound to the enemy behind him.

The next moment, Wang Xun lunged forward, charging towards the burly man. Blades clashed, sparks flying.

Wang Xun's fierce offensive instantly overwhelmed him, but defeating him quickly was no easy task.

"Tsk!"

The attackers clearly hadn't expected Wang Xun so formidable. With the help of their companions, they managed to create some distance and catch their breath.

However, when he looked again, he found that his other companion was struggling to withstand Wang Xun's attacks and had several wounds on his body.

The strong man, with his physical advantage, was able to barely hold on.

The tall, thin man struggled to stay upright, sustaining new wounds that stained his clothes with blood, and looked to be in grave danger.

It was as if, through repeated exchanges, Wang Xun had figured out their tactics and could even predict their initial attack moves.

Instead of a swift victory, they were gradually suppressed by Wang Xun.

This level of strength doesn't seem like that of a student from the Spiritual Arts Academy as described in the mission. Is the information from above correct?!

"Hey, we can't hold back anymore!"

The tall, thin man shouted at the burly man, "If this continues, let alone killing this kid, even getting out of here will be a problem!"

He took Shunpo and instantly covered several meters in the distance, arriving beside his companion, panting heavily, his gaze cold as he looked at Wang Xun.

"Tear him apart, Mad Fang!"

The burly man gritted his teeth and was the first to unleash his Zanpakuto. The next moment, Zanpakuto.

"Infiltrate, Poison Stinger."

The tall, thin man's Zanpakuto transformed into a slender rapier, its tip gleaming with a sinister green.

The two men clearly had no intention of giving Wang Xun any chance to catch his breath and charged forward again.

The clash of swords and the shadows instantly engulfed Wang Xun.

Their skills were solid, their swordsmanship ruthless and experienced, and their teamwork was excellent. After unleashing their Zanpakuto, they were finally able to suppress Wang Xun.

Although Shunsui Kyōraku was still fighting the two who attacked him in the distance, his eyes under his straw hat looked more serious as he stared intently in Wang Xun's direction.

Since they are capable of Shikai), they are no longer ordinary assassins.

If Wang Xun is unable to withstand the attack, he will step in to help.

He then glanced into the shadows.

Kyōraku could vaguely sense that there were other people in the shadows.

The Stealth Force?

Seeing that I was here, they didn't show themselves; that's really in line with their style...

After exchanging blows with the two for more than ten rounds, Wang Xun also sustained several wounds. The pressure from Wang Xun two after their Shikai had increased significantly.

Especially the Zanpakuto called Poison Stinger Zanpakuto; Wang Xun hearing its name.

Taking advantage of the slight stiffness caused by the bald, burly man's powerful slash, Wang Xun unleashed his Reiryoku and used a Shunpo to retreat, creating some distance between himself and the two.

"Oh? Are you going to run?"

The bald, burly man grinned maliciously.

"Run?"

Wang Xun stopped and took a deep breath.

The Zanpakuto in his hand emitted a clear, resonant hum, its blade trembling slightly, as if it were unable to contain itself in anticipation of an impending surprise.

Both attackers simultaneously sensed something was amiss.

"He's playing tricks! Kill him!"

The tall, thin man shouted sharply and thrust his sword forward first. The tip of the sword emitted an eerie, ghostly green light, clearly indicating that he was using the power of his Zanpakuto.

"Chains are boundless, all laws are still."

Wang Xun's voice rang out clearly, as if carrying a peculiar rhythm, overpowering the night wind.

"Shackle Lotus."

A burst of light erupted, Zanpakuto changed with the release command.

The hollowed-out lotus-shaped hilt was revealed, and a silver chain snaked out from the end of the hilt, coiling around Wang Xun's wrist like a serpent, with starlight flowing inside the chain.

An even more powerful Reiatsu suddenly spread out.

The bald, burly man and the tall, thin man were both taken aback, and their attacks faltered.

"Shikai?!"