Chapter 581: Lilin: Is Bankai That Difficult?
Chapter 581: Lilin: Is Bankai That Difficult?
In the millennia-long history of the Werewolf Clan, only Komamura Sajin has achieved Bankai, while among the Leopard Clan, the only one to have mastered it is the leopard man, Justin, soaring in the skies above.
One has to admit that Oomaeda's luck is simply extraordinary.
Boom! Boom! Boom!!
The fierce battle in the sky rages on, with Oomaeda, through his adept flash steps and Kido, maintaining a slight upper hand, appearing no less formidable than his opponent.
After a series of clashes with Oomaeda, Justin suddenly bares his teeth in a grin and asks, "Is there an even higher level of release for your Zanpakuto?"
"Of course."
Oomaeda parries Justin's strike, his tone indifferent as he explains, "Above the initial release, there is Bankai, the ultimate state of a Zanpakuto."
Gripping the hilt of his serrated broad-bladed sword with both hands, Justin engages in a stalemate with Oomaeda, his gaze shifting to the figure below, Yoruichi, as he asks, "Then, can your captain use Bankai?"
"Of course."
A streak of blood trickles down Oomaeda's temple, yet his demeanor remains assertive and calm as he replies, "All of our captains are capable of Bankai. Don't entertain delusions of conquering Soul Society; your efforts are futile."
"So, all of your captains can perform Bankai? That could be a bit troublesome. I've heard you have thirteen captains."
Justin raises his eyebrows slightly.
Oomaeda snorts, exerting force to push Justin back several meters, and retorts, "You speak as if you can perform Bankai yourself. Your arrogance knows no bounds!"
Fengye lowers his eyelids.
No problem then.
Not only did Suibee feed you a mouthful of poisonous milk, but you're also milking yourself dry. It would be a disservice to your efforts not to unleash a Bankai.
As expected.
In the next moment, a surge of violent spiritual pressure erupts from Justin, soaring into the sky. In an instant, it surpasses Oomaeda's spiritual pressure undulations, reaching the level of a captain!
"Unfortunately..."
"...I actually do know Bankai."
Justin grins at Oomaeda, who is stunned, his eyes wide with disbelief, and with a sudden horizontal sweep of his serrated broad blade, his voice reverberates across the sky.
"Bankai!"
"Desolate Bite!"
Boom!!!
The spiritual pressure wave of a captain-level Bankai erupts, and the vast spiritual pressure forms a mighty wave that surges in all directions.
Under the force of this spiritual pressure, Oomaeda struggles to steady himself, his body flying backward in shock and disbelief.
Justin pays no heed to the flying Oomaeda, instead fixing his gaze on Yoruichi, his battle intent surging as his immense spiritual pressure bears down on her.
His fight with Oomaeda was merely playful sparring; his true challenge lies in facing the captains of the Gotei 13!
Yoruichi Shihouin!
"How could this be..."
Suibee, sensing the overwhelming spiritual pressure rushing towards her, is shielded by Yoruichi's spiritual pressure, her eyes reflecting her utter astonishment.
Bankai!
She has witnessed Bankai from a non-Shinigami, and moreover, from a non-human soul, a member of the Wraith!
"The history of the Leopard Clan is as ancient as that of humanity. With such a long history, it's only natural that a few geniuses would emerge."
Fengye speaks calmly.
The shock in Suibee's eyes gradually fades, replaced by an intense gravity. The presence of a Bankai-wielding foe puts them at a significant disadvantage!
Firstly, Bankai must be countered with Bankai; ordinary vice-captain-level individuals, including herself, are simply no match, unable even to inflict damage. This is a disparity in spiritual pressure!
Secondly,
The one who possesses Bankai is not even the king of the Leopard Clan, implying that the clan's king surpasses Justin in strength!
If it weren't for the presence of Yoruichi and Fengye, both possessing captain-level combat prowess, they would be at a severe disadvantage by now!
"What's the matter? Aren't you going to make a move? Then I'll have to take the initiative! Shinigami captain! Once I finish you off, this war will be over!"
Justin stands tall in the sky, looking down at Yoruichi below.
The serrated broad blade in his hand has transformed into an even larger, nearly four-meter-long, four-sided serrated heavy blade, exuding an explosive heaviness and power!
As his words land, a cold light flashes in his eyes, and without hesitation, he strikes, swinging his Bankai down at Yoruichi, standing at the edge of the cliff.
However.
This strike is intercepted in mid-air by a seemingly unimpressive Zanpakuto in its unreleased state. The Zanpakuto's hilt is gripped by a fair-skinned hand—Fengye's hand.
"Hatake, Vice-Captain!"
The vice-captains of the 2nd Division, gathered behind them, are invigorated by this display.
Holding his Zanpakuto in its initial form, Fengye casually blocks Justin's Bankai, nonchalantly remarking, "I can't just let you go straight for the captain right off the bat."
Yoruichi observes this scene with a calm gaze.
She trusts in Fengye's strength, and given that the king of the Leopard Clan is likely stronger than Justin, it falls to Fengye to deal with him, while she will face the king.
"..."
Suibee's gaze turns slightly complex as she looks up at the sky.
Though she has vowed to fight and die for Yoruichi, facing a captain-level foe like Justin, she knows she lacks the ability to confront or stop him. Only Fengye can stand against such an opponent.
"Tsk, I didn't expect there to be another formidable opponent. Are you a captain as well?"
'Then don't get in my way!'
A fierce glint flashed in Justin's eyes, and he roared as he forcefully swung his Zanpakuto at Fengye once more.
With a calm demeanor, Fengye parried the attack with his sword, deflecting Justin's strike with apparent ease.
Seeing that Fengye could hold off Justin's Bankai without even using his Shikai, Yoruichi felt a slight relief, but her expression remained solemn.
Because...
She could no longer be certain how many captain-level combatants they were facing!
If there were only these two, it would be fine. But if there was a third, then their troubles would truly begin, and crushing the enemy wouldn't be so simple!
'I didn't expect Justin to be stopped. It seems I did indeed underestimate you a little.'
Leopard King Olg eyed the battle between Justin and Fengye, then stated, 'Apart from the captains, there's someone else who can hold off a powerful opponent like Justin. So... Tiger Zhi Shen Tai! It's your turn now!'
As soon as these words were spoken, Yoruichi's expression changed slightly, and the others, Soifon and Oomaeda, also showed signs of surprise.
In this situation, sending out another person meant that their opponent's strength was likely beyond the level of a vice-captain.
Boom!!!
As expected, along with the sturdy build of the tiger-headed man taking a step forward, a captain-level spiritual pressure erupted.
Trouble!
The moment Yoruichi sensed this spiritual pressure, her gaze turned slightly stern. Before the expedition, she had reviewed the previous expedition records, which showed that in most of the dozen or so previous expeditions, the Leopard Clan mostly had only one member with captain-level spiritual pressure. Only twice had there been two members with captain-level spiritual pressure among the Leopard Clan.
But this time... there were already three!
Even though Fengye hadn't exerted his full strength yet, she still had absolute confidence and assurance that she was stronger than their leader. However, if the three captains joined forces, it wouldn't be easy to crush them!
This punitive expedition was likely to turn into a fierce battle!
"...'
Yoruichi slowly lowered her arm, which had been crossed over her chest.
Although it would be disadvantageous for her to take action before their opponent's leader did, she had no other choice. Neither Oomaeda nor Soifon could stand against an opponent with captain-level spiritual pressure.
But.
Just as Yoruichi was about to make her move, a petite figure stepped out from behind her and took a step into the sky.
Her stature was even smaller than Soifon's, with beautiful hair like snow that fell in strands beside her shoulders. A pair of amber eyes reflected an unwavering calmness.
'...Lilin?'
Soifon was startled and instinctively wanted to stop Lilin from going forward.
Lilin was currently the sixth seat officer in the 2nd Division. Although she usually followed Fengye, her cute appearance and amiable character made her quite popular within the team, and everyone naturally took care of Captain Hatake's little sister.
Yoruichi was also taken aback by this scene and immediately wanted to call Lilin back, but her words caught in her throat and didn't come out.
Vvvvv!
In the next moment, a vast and surging spiritual pressure burst forth from Lilin, soaring into the sky.
With a cold gaze, she drew her Zanpakuto and held it horizontally in front of her, facing the tiger-headed man, Tiger Zhi Shintai, without any expression.
'Bankai.'
'Blood Elegy.'
Lilin's voice was crisp and pleasant, but to Soifon and Oomaeda, it sounded like thunder.
As the captain-level Bankai spiritual pressure burst forth, along with the hundreds of 2nd Division members behind them, almost everyone was shocked and showed disbelief.
Bankai!
Another Bankai!
And it belonged to Lilin, the younger sister of Fengye, who had only joined the 2nd Division for just over half a year!
'She... actually...'
Soifon stared at Lilin, who exuded captain-level spiritual pressure and had released her Bankai, her expression filled with astonishment. For a moment, her consciousness even wavered, and she wondered if she was dreaming.
Fengye had mastered Bankai on the very first day he obtained his Zanpakuto, and the brilliance of that achievement had completely overshadowed Lilin's equally remarkable talent.
She had achieved Shikai on the very first day she received her Zanpakuto!
'Li, Lilin... Your Bankai... How... How did you master it?!'
Oomaeda gaped at Lilin, his face reflecting his shock. He was currently the third seat officer in the 2nd Division and usually regarded the sixth seat, Lilin, as a younger sister who hadn't yet reached adulthood. But now, she had somehow mastered Bankai without anyone noticing!
He found it hard to believe... When had Lilin achieved Bankai?!
'Serious cultivation?'
Lilin heard Oomaeda's words and tilted her head slightly before turning her attention to her opponent.
Oh!
So, all it took was serious cultivation to master Bankai... What nonsense!
Oomaeda's mouth twitched, and he felt his breath hitch. If serious cultivation led to Bankai, then Bankai would be as common as dirt in Soul Society, and Shikai would be worthless!
Yoruichi's expression also froze for a moment, and then her lips twitched as she said, 'The siblings are indeed both monsters.'
(End of Chapter)"
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