Death: Then stood in the sky.

“I’m not just talking about Shikai.” Gin Ichimaru said meaningfully, “If it’s just Shikai, you can’t end the battle so cleanly and decisively.”

"Nani?!" Nekori's eyes widened, her shock completely undisguised.

"You mean Bankai?!" Kyoraku Shunsui was also shocked. He wasn't surprised at all that Ukitake Seiji had mastered Shikai.

But Bankai is a completely different concept from Shikai!

Generally speaking, a Shinigami with a certain level of talent can master Shikai through years of honing their skills.

This can be seen from the composition of the Gotei 13.

Most Shinigami who are able to master Shikai begin learning Zanpakuto (Sword Dance) and Onikiri (Demon Slayer) during their Shinigami Academy studies, while simultaneously practicing Tōzen (Sword Zen) on their Zanpakuto.

Sword Zen is the process of deepening one's understanding of the Zanpakuto, gradually learning its true name, and thus mastering its Shikai, gaining greater power and spiritual pressure.

But that's all.

Because Bankai are different dimensions.

Of course, theoretically speaking, as long as one has the ability to master the Shikai, it means that one knows the true name of the Zanpakuto. As long as one continues to train through the sword meditation, one can master the Bankai even if it takes a long time.

But this is only in theory, because the difficulty in practice is comparable to hell.

The vast majority of Shinigami who have mastered the Shikai are stuck at this step until their death and cannot move forward.

Only a very small group of people have ever been able to master Bankai.

Those are the captains who stand at the pinnacle of Soul Society.

Moreover, even the captains of the Gotei 13 spent decades or even centuries mastering Bankai.

And what about Ukitake Seiji?

How long did it take him?

Kyoraku Shunsui instinctively looked towards the location of his friend Ukitake Jushiro, only to find no one there.

Then I remembered that Jushiro Ukitake had already taken sick leave.

"This is really... Shishiro, your brother has given me quite a surprise."

It was a pleasant surprise, but even more so, a shock.

Kyoraku Shunsui took a deep breath and scratched his head. He was so shocked that he was momentarily stunned, which was quite rare.

"Is there any evidence?" Shiba Isshin couldn't suppress his curiosity and joined in.

Gin Ichimaru shrugged: "These are just my personal speculations."

At this moment, Unohana Retsu, who had been silently smiling in the corner, said softly, "Perhaps, this is just the beginning of our initial contact with Bankai?"

Gin Ichimaru glanced at her quickly.

Is it just my imagination? Why does it feel like I'm trying to comfort Seiji Ukitake...?

"Is there a problem with me, Captain Ichimaru Gin?" Retsu Unohana caught his gaze and turned to look at Gin Ichimaru.

Despite his gentle tone and lack of any murderous intent, Gin Ichimaru felt a sudden chill run down his spine.

What kind of monster is this Fourth Division Captain, whom even Captain Aizen fears?

Gin Ichimaru quickly waved his hands in a pleading manner: "I didn't say that."

I can't afford to mess with them, so I'm leaving. Goodbye.

He subtly leaned back against the wall and remained silent.

Kyoraku Shunsui smiled and opened his mouth, "I..."

Shiba Isshin spoke first, "Why don't I go see Ukitake Seiji? Some things are clearer when the parties involved say it themselves, and I'll also check how he and Captain Ukitake are recovering."

Kyoraku Shunsui: "..."

These...these are all my words!!!

Get out of here!!!

Kyoraku Shunsui, who was originally planning to take the opportunity to run away and coast along, glared at Shiba Isshin with murderous intent, only to find that Shiba Isshin raised an eyebrow at him.

This old bastard is clearly trying to run away and slack off!

I'll kill you!

“I’ll take charge.” Seeing Shiba looking at him intently, Aizen smiled and nodded. “After all, I went through the same thing yesterday, so I think I should have some common topics with Ukitake Seiji.”

"I..." Shiba opened his mouth, unwilling to give up.

Kyoraku Shunsui quickly interrupted the spellcasting: "I also think Captain Aizen is more suitable."

Shiba Isshin: "..."

I'm so angry!

Who wants to hold this meeting?!

But Aizen clearly ignored his resentment, skillfully flashing a friendly smile at the captains present, before turning to leave the First Division.

Just then, Retsu Unohana stopped him: "Captain Aizen."

Aizen stopped in his tracks.

"Please also tell Ukitake Seiji to come to the Fourth Division barracks. I need to check on his current physical condition."

The captains present were used to it; Ukitake Seiji's frequent visits to the Fourth Division had become a regular occurrence. Although his illness could not be completely cured, it could still be alleviated to some extent with Unohana Retsu's help.

......

dong dong dong.

"Please come in... cough cough cough..."

After saying just a few words, Jushiro Ukitake couldn't help but cough violently.

Even though he didn't fully activate the cheat system, it still had a huge impact on his body, and it wasn't something he could recover from in a short time.

“oi”.

Aoji pushed open the door, leaned against the door frame with a smile, and looked at Ukitake Jushiro, whose face was deathly pale.

When Jushiro Ukitake looked up, he was immediately horrified.

Is this person really not going to die?!

Why did it look like it was about to be buried yesterday, but today it's all lively and energetic?

Aoji: "So this is your Sage Mode?"

Jushiro Ukitake's head was throbbing slightly.

"Could it be that I was right?" Aoji expressed his reasonable doubt.

This was more than just a headache; Jushiro Ukitake's face turned red. He suddenly realized that not giving his younger brother a good beating when he was young was the biggest mistake he had ever made.

A loud thud.

"Hiss... What is that?" Holding the object that had hit his head in his hand, Jushiro Ukitake's gaze was firmly drawn to the syringe.

"Anyway, it wasn't me last night..."

"Speak like a human!" A vein bulged on Ukitake Jushiro's forehead.

Something that can make you feel better.

"So that's the real reason you've been able to hold on for so long?" Jushiro Ukitake's curiosity was piqued. He knew that his younger brother was hiding some secrets, and he also roughly understood that Seiji possessed some strange things.

There are props.

There is medicine.

There are ricocheting bombs, bombs that can bounce. If you're thinking dirty thoughts, go stand in the corner and reflect on your actions.

In short, everything was left unsaid, and he did not delve into the matter that Qing Si had concealed.

Jushiro Ukitake asked, "How do you use it?"

"Just stab it straight into your lungs, it's very simple." Qing Si stuck to the door frame.

Without hesitation, Jushiro Ukitake injected the medicine into his lungs.

Aoshi nodded in satisfaction: "Very good. When you wake up, you'll find yourself turned into a little girl."

Jushiro Ukitake: "???"

What is that?!

What are you talking about?!

Hello!!

Look me in the eyes and say something!

Chapter 6 - Don't do that kind of thing!

What does that mean?

He sat up in shock while on his deathbed.

My body is no longer weak, my speech is fluent, and I no longer lie in a coma.

Ukitake Jushiro suddenly straightened up, uttering each word almost through gritted teeth.

"What I mean is, I've always regretted not having an older sister." Qing Si suddenly started to sigh. "After thinking it over, I could only come up with a way that would satisfy both sides."

So your so-called "win-win" solution is to turn the older brother into the older sister, right, you bastard!

I'll kill you!

Jushiro Ukitake was somewhat taken aback; his body froze completely, unable to imagine that something terrible would happen to him.

Ukitake Jushiro suddenly became Ukitake Kōshirō.

That kind of thing is absolutely unacceptable!

But the icy sensation still lingering in his lungs and the rapid relief of pain made him realize that Aoshi was just messing around.

"Isn't it a shame, Ukitake?" Seiji said with complete ease, not at all worried about getting a beating.

"Call me brother!" Ukitake Jushiro gritted his teeth in anger. Regret my foot! Who would regret something like this!

However... his physical condition has indeed recovered a lot.

Jushiro Ukitake could clearly sense that his physical condition had been stabilized, which was roughly the moment when he was forcibly stopped by the One-Eyed God's power of "Stop".

My body, which needed several months of rest, has miraculously recovered!

The amount of sperm... I mean, the amount of gold in this medicine is probably outrageously high!

This is simply...

After hesitating for a few seconds, Jushiro Ukitake decided to ask, "How much of this medicine do you have?"

"Just a little bit." Qing Si made a gesture that would be unacceptable to any man who stole from the country, then turned and walked out.

"Wait a minute." Jushiro Ukitake called out to him from behind.

Aoshi turned his head.

"Don't tell anyone about these things for now. You're right to do it," Jushiro Ukitake said in a deep voice. Even Komamura Sajin could see that there were problems inside Soul Society, let alone him.

At this time, staying as far away from the eye of the storm as possible is the right decision.

......

At this moment, Aoshi had already returned to his room.

After confirming that no one was around, he took out a stone.

The structure of the space suddenly began to distort.

A trace that cannot be caught by sight begins to extend, extend, and extend again, spreading endlessly.

It seemed to transcend everything.