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Chapter 467: Captain Aizen, You're Surrounded
Chapter 467: Captain Aizen, You're Surrounded
Compared to Genryusai Tosen, Aizen actually admired Ichimaru Gin more. Although in terms of loyalty, Tosen was undoubtedly much more devoted than Gin.
As an intelligent man, Aizen naturally favored smart individuals. Compared to the utterly useless Tosen, Gin's recent actions, though displeasing, had to be acknowledged as the most sensible decision in the current situation.
Continuing to fight against Yecheng would be pointless, even if they defeated him. Was Aizen's goal merely to display his might? Obviously not.
Moreover, even if they used underhanded methods to defeat Yecheng, could they ensure that he would obediently hand over the "Hollowification Gem" after losing?
Given Yecheng's demonstrated strength, even if Aizen were to get serious and use his full power, defeating Yecheng would not be a simple task.
If, during their battle, the Captain Commander arrived with his team, their situation would become even more passive.
Aizen disliked futile efforts; not only would he fail to achieve his goal, but he would also prematurely expose his methods, which was clearly irrational behavior for an intelligent person like him.
Therefore, after initially being enraged by Gin's presumptuous actions, Aizen quickly analyzed the situation and decided to tacitly approve of Gin's approach.
As a qualified subordinate, Aizen's intention was clear to Gin, who instantly understood.
Wasn't this a typical case of wanting to have it both ways, acting as a traitor while maintaining a facade of righteousness?
In a nutshell, Aizen wanted the Hollowification Gem, but he couldn't afford to lose face or dignity, so he had to let Gin handle this matter.
However, Gin, who had been handed the hot potato, not only didn't get angry but also showed a willingness to serve as he looked at Yecheng and said, "Well, Yecheng, the third seat, we don't have much time left. Are you going to hand over the Hollowification Gem, or should I prepare to collect Rukia Kuchiki's body?"
Rukia, with a sword pressed against her throat, didn't know what the so-called "Hollowification Gem" was. However, it wasn't difficult to tell from the actions of Aizen and his group that it was something that would bring a crisis to the Soul Society in the future.
On one side was herself, who was dispensable, and on the other was something that concerned the crisis of the Soul Society. Rukia made her decision in an instant.
"Binding Path - Seal!"
However, just as Rukia's eyes revealed a hint of determination, and she was about to make a move, she felt her body suddenly restrained.
Moreover, the person who took action was not from Aizen's side but Yecheng, who was currently confronting them.
When Yecheng saw the look in Rukia's eyes, he knew that this justice-filled girl intended to die for her cause.
However, Yecheng naturally wouldn't let such a thing happen; it was a joke. Even if the Hollowification Gem fell into Aizen's hands, it would only be a plot point in the story.
Even if Aizen obtained the Hollowification Gem and fled to the Hollow Realm to begin his transformation, he would still meet his demise.
But if Rukia died here, then what would happen next was truly unpredictable.
On one side was the Hollowification Gem, which was of little use to him, and on the other was the female lead of this world. If she died, it would undoubtedly lead to a plot collapse, and Yecheng was well aware of the choice he had to make.
Almost at the moment Yecheng took out the Hollowification Gem, the Captain Commander, Shunsui Kyoraku, Kasai, and Bakudo finally arrived, albeit belatedly.
Regarding the former Second Division Captain, Shi Fumei Yan Yi, the traitor, and why she appeared with Shui Fen, the Captain Commander was puzzled, but he also understood that now was not the time to dwell on such matters.
"Yecheng, we'll think of a way to deal with Lucia's situation, but you can't give the Hollowification Gem to Aizen. Otherwise, both the Human World and Soul Society will undoubtedly face an unprecedented crisis in the future.
The Hollowification Gem has the power to break the boundaries between Hollows and Shinigami, as you've seen with those Hollows in Seireitei.
If Aizen gets his hands on the Hollowification Gem, not only will he gain immense power, but he might also use it to modify the Aquarius and Vasto Lorde in the Hollow Realm, allowing them to transcend the limitations of Hollows!"
Although Yoruichi didn't know the principles behind the Hollowification Gem, she had a general idea of its purpose due to her relationship with Kurona Kiyotsugu.
At this moment, she was worried that Yecheng might not understand the importance of the Hollowification Gem, so she hurriedly spoke up to explain the dangers of it falling into Aizen's hands.
Whether Yecheng was scared or not, the Captain Commander and the others were definitely frightened by Yoruichi's words.
The Hollow Realm and Soul Society, as well as Hollows and Shinigami, had always been in opposition. Hundreds of years ago, when the Hollow Realm invaded Soul Society, Seireitei was almost on the brink of collapse.
Vasto Lorde were extremely rare among Great Hollows, and in terms of power, they had already surpassed the average Shinigami Captain.
If the already formidable Vasto Lorde were to break their own limitations and gain the power of Shinigami, one could only imagine the level of danger they would pose.
Furthermore, Bluezenzo Sonosuke himself was an extremely dangerous individual. He had managed to disguise himself within the Gotei 13 for so many years and even manipulated multiple Captains.
If such a dangerous object were to fall into his hands, even a fool would know that it would bring about a massive disaster for the world.
After realizing the danger of the Hollowification Gem, the Captain Commander's intention was naturally the same as Yoruichi's—he didn't want Yecheng to hand over the Hollowification Gem to Aizen.
This wasn't because the Captain Commander was cold and heartless, but as the leader of the Gotei 13, he had to take responsibility for the safety of Soul Society and the Human World.
Compared to the well-being of Soul Society as a whole, the life of a single Shinigami, even if they were from the Kuchiki Clan, was insignificant.
Not only the Captain Commander, but even Asahagi, Lucia's Captain, remained silent at this moment.
Despite his gentle appearance and friendly demeanor, once he identified a threat to Soul Society, Asahagi was a ruthless person. After all, he was the one who proposed the idea of the Substitute Shinigami.
On Rukia Byakuya's side, seeing his sister-in-law captured, he was extremely anxious. In his heart, he had already used Senbonzakura on Shiman Gin countless times.
Byakuya wanted Yecheng to hand over the Hollowification Gem and bring his sister-in-law back, but he was also well aware that the decision didn't rest with him.
As the prestigious head of the Kuchiki Clan, his every word and action at this moment would represent the entire Kuchiki Clan.
"I'm not sure what power the Hollowification Gem holds, but in my eyes, it's just an inanimate object.
If I were to choose between this inanimate object and my beloved junior, isn't the answer obvious? Whatever catastrophe Aizen might bring to Soul Society and the Human World with the Hollowification Gem is something that will happen in the future.
As long as we stop him when the time comes, isn't that enough? After all, isn't this the duty of a Shinigami? I can't bear to watch as an outstanding junior and the sister of a friend die before my eyes!"
(End of Chapter)
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