The Witcher: The Journey to Transcendence from Marvel...

Chapter 499 Gathering

Ichigo Kurosaki was completely focused on fighting Renji Abarai and had no time to react to Byakuya Kuchiki's sudden attack.

With a gentle wave of his slender, pale hand, Byakuya Kuchiki snapped Ichigo Kurosaki's Zanpakuto in half with a "crack," just like a fragile, withered branch.

Kurosaki Ichigo's eyes widened, his face showing disbelief.

However, this was not the end. Byakuya Kuchiki's eyes were cold, without the slightest pity. His Zanpakuto, like a black lightning bolt, pierced directly through Ichigo Kurosaki's chest.

"what!"

Kurosaki Ichigo let out a painful scream, his body jerked violently, and he spat out a mouthful of blood.

His eyes were slightly red from the intense pain, and his face was full of agony.

Rukia Kuchiki witnessed this scene, and her face instantly turned deathly pale. Her eyes widened in horror as she looked at Ichigo Kurosaki lying on the ground, her heart filled with despair and self-blame.

"Ichigo!" she screamed, trying desperately to rush over, but was stopped by Renji Abarai.

"Rukia, don't be impulsive."

Renji Abarai's voice carried a hint of helplessness. He knew that Byakuya Kuchiki's decision was irresistible, and their mission was to bring Rukia Kuchiki back to Soul Society.

Ichigo Kurosaki lay on the ground, his body trembling slightly. His consciousness was gradually fading, but a flame of resentment was burning in his heart.

He stared at Byakuya Kuchiki, his eyes filled with anger and hatred. He wanted to say something, but could only cough up more blood.

Byakuya Kuchiki sheathed his Zanpakuto, gave Ichigo Kurosaki a cold look, then turned to Rukia Kuchiki and said, "Rukia Kuchiki, come back to Soul Society with me and receive your due punishment."

Rukia Kuchiki was in tears as she looked at Ichigo Kurosaki, her heart filled with anguish, but she knew she couldn't act recklessly now.

She gritted her teeth, slowly nodded, and then left with Byakuya Kuchiki and Renji Abarai, leaving Ichigo Kurosaki, who was seriously injured and lying on the ground.

Ichigo Kurosaki lay on the cold cement floor, blood gushing from the wound in his chest, quickly soaking the ground beneath him and forming a large, shocking pool of dark red blood.

His face was as pale as paper, his breathing grew weaker and weaker, each breath seemed incredibly difficult, and the signs of life were slowly slipping away from his body; he was about to die.

At this critical moment, a figure flashed by, and Kisuke Urahara appeared on the scene.

His face no longer held its usual relaxed and playful smile; instead, it was serious and solemn.

Almost simultaneously, Tessai Tsukasa also quickly stepped forward, and with a gentle stretch of his strong arms, he lifted Ichigo Kurosaki steadily into his arms.

"Manager." Tessai looked at Kisuke Urahara, his tone revealing a hint of anxiety.

"Yes, I know."

Kisuke Urahara nodded slightly and responded briefly.

Without saying anything more, the two quickly turned around and left with Ichigo Kurosaki.

Their figures flashed past the street corner and disappeared into the night.

However, they did not notice that in a hidden corner of the scene, Wes was quietly watching everything.

"It's about to begin."

A few days have passed, and the warm sunshine shines on the streets. Students walk home in twos and threes, their laughter echoing in the air.

Weiss walked alone among them, his pace leisurely.

Suddenly, a familiar figure appeared in front of him, blocking his way.

It was Kisuke Urahara, who, with his signature smile, said, "Oh, what a coincidence."

Wes glanced at him and asked calmly, "What is it?"

"Haha, you saw right through me."

Kisuke Urahara showed no embarrassment at being exposed, and continued to smile. "Young man, you're very familiar with the Seireitei."

"You could say that," Wes replied briefly.

"But I've never heard of anyone named 'Brother Xiao' before."

Kisuke Urahara squinted, scrutinizing Wes with great interest.

Wes was too lazy to play games with him and turned to leave.

"Oh, don't be in such a hurry. Actually, I have something to ask you, young man," Kisuke Urahara quickly said.

Kisuke Urahara then revealed his purpose: he hoped Wes would join Ichigo Kurosaki's team and travel to Soul Society together.

This was exactly what Wes wanted; he had been waiting for this opportunity.

But he still pretended to be unwilling and bargained with Kisuke Urahara for a while.

"Oh dear, this guy is really difficult to deal with."

Kisuke Urahara pretended to wipe non-existent sweat from his forehead, and finally, the two agreed on a time.

Wes turned and left. Watching his departing figure, Yoruichi, who had been hiding in the shadows, suddenly jumped onto Kisuke Urahara's shoulder and asked, "Can we really trust him? We know nothing about him."

Kisuke Urahara opened his folding fan and gently fanned himself: "Of course not, this guy is mysterious and dangerous."

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A hint of worry flashed in his eyes. He had only ever felt this dangerous and mysterious feeling with Aizen Sousuke.

In fact, Kisuke Urahara had his own agenda in sending Wes into Soul Society.

He hoped to use the power of Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni, who was hailed as the strongest Shinigami in a thousand years, and Aizen Sosuke, a man of deep thoughts, to figure out Wes's background, what his purpose was, and what kind of strength he possessed.

Wes, too, had his own plans. He was about to step into the Soul Society, and a new storm was quietly brewing.

On the appointed day, the afterglow of the setting sun spilled onto the streets, draping the entire city in a golden veil.

As agreed, Wes arrived at Kisuke Urahara's general store on time.

The grocery store looked just like any other, quiet yet with a touch of mystery.

Standing at the door, Wo Ling Tie Zhai nodded slightly when he saw Wes arrive, and then led him into the underground space.

The underground space was brightly lit, and Kurosaki Ichigo, Inoue Orihime, Ishida Uryu, Chad, and Yoruichi had all arrived.

When Inoue Orihime saw Wes, she smiled gently and greeted him, "Erwin-kun."

Wes nodded slightly in response to her greeting. After a few brief pleasantries, the atmosphere became slightly tense, as they were about to embark on their adventure to the Soul Society.

After exchanging pleasantries, Kisuke Urahara walked to a pile of complex equipment.

His eyes were focused and serious as his hands moved rapidly across the equipment, unleashing a series of demonic techniques.

As he moved, a strange fluctuation gradually appeared in the air, and a portal emitting a faint light slowly opened.

However, because this was an illegal crossing, the portal was unstable. Its edges flickered with an unstable light, and it could collapse at any moment.

Kisuke Urahara frowned and said, "This portal is quite unstable. Everyone must be careful when entering, and try to stay together and not get separated."

Ichigo Kurosaki gripped his Zanpakuto tightly, his eyes resolute, and said, "No problem, we'll definitely reach Soul Society and rescue Rukia!"

Ishida Uryu, Chado Yasutora, and the others nodded in agreement, ready to proceed.

Yoruichi stood to the side, watching Wes warily.

Wes stood to the side, a slight, almost imperceptible smile playing on his lips.

He looked at the unstable portal, secretly anticipating what was about to happen in Soul Society.

Then, one by one, everyone stepped into the interdimensional gate and disappeared into the dim light.

(End of this chapter)