Death: This Death is a bit unorthodox.

This human pig still retains consciousness and is able to give orders to the Zero Division.

This shows that the King of Spirits still posed a threat to him.

According to Aozaki Mayuki's judgment.

Even after losing many vital organs, the Soul King's remaining power must be considerable, certainly surpassing that of Yhwach after regaining his omniscience and omnipotence.

However, judging from the attitudes of Shutara Senjumaru and Hikifune Kiryu.

This mysterious deity did not seem to regard him as an enemy.

In that case, shouldn't we go and meet them?

If the Spirit King truly wanted to eliminate him, it would be futile for him to flee to any place in the Three Realms.

After some thought, Aozaki Mayuki nodded silently, indicating that she was willing to accept the invitation.

On the other side, Yamamoto leaned on his cane, lost in thought.

Aozaki Mayuki received an invitation from the Zero Division, which was no problem for him; he was already mentally prepared.

Kenpachi Kuruyashiki was once invited by the Zero Division because of his outstanding strength.

Now, as his prized disciple, Aozaki Mayuki is so outstanding that it is only natural that he would be invited.

But... why wasn't it an invitation to join the Zero Squad?

Why did His Majesty King Ling want to see him in person?

That kid Zhenyue, although he always seems to be afraid of me.

But there is no doubt that his strength has indeed surpassed his own.

More precisely, he was so powerful that he hardly seemed like a grim reaper!

Could it be that the Spirit King noticed that Zhenyue was different from ordinary people and wanted to confirm it with his own eyes?

Or perhaps the incident that occurred not long ago in the True Central Underground Prison caught the attention of His Majesty the Spirit King.

He wanted to get some information from Aozaki Mayuki.

Although Kisuke Urahara and Retsu Unohana had a very good relationship, he did not personally participate in the investigation.

So, why look for Shinjuku?

Something's really wrong.

Yamamoto narrowed his eyes and looked at Aozaki Mazuki.

However, it turned out that Aozaki Mayuki first looked thoughtful.

Then, it actually gave me an arrogant look that said, "Who do you think I am?"

That's outrageous! What gives you the right to be so arrogant?

Do you really think I envy you for being able to ascend to the Spirit King's Palace?

What an idiot!

Yamamoto's eyes twitched a few times, and finally he let out a heavy sigh.

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"Then it's decided. The time is set for three days from now. Little Zhenyue, be prepared."

Kiryuki gave the instructions with a serious expression.

"I understand!" Aozaki Mayuki nodded seriously in response.

"We've finally made it back to Soul Society, Kisuke, take us on a tour of the Twelfth Division and see what it's like now."

Shutara Senjumaru turned to look at Urahara Kisuke, a hint of anticipation on his face.

Captain-Commander Yamamoto, leaning on his cane, quietly watched the three figures disappear into the distance.

Aozaki Mayuki and Unohana Retsu stood behind him, equally silent.

Only after the three figures disappeared from sight did Yamamoto turn around, narrow his eyes, and say to Aozaki Mayuki in a serious tone:

"When you go to the Spirit King's Palace, remember not to show off your martial prowess."

"Don't embarrass yourself with your amateurish skills. I can't bear the shame."

"If you ask about the Central Underground Prison..."

Yamamoto paused for a moment, then continued,

"Captain Unohana will tell you; you just need to tell them the situation."

"Understood, old man."

Aozaki Mayuki nodded slightly, indicating that she understood.

He has always been low-key and composed, so he naturally had no problem with such a request.

Hiding their strength?

That's what he's best at.

Yamamoto raised his hand and pointed to the tea table next to him.

Aozaki Mayuki immediately picked up a cup of fine tea and handed it over.

The old man nodded in satisfaction.

"When you ascend to the Spirit King's Palace this time, the one you really need to be wary of is the Royal Family Special Agent Zero Squad," he said slowly.

"There's no need to worry too much about the others; they're all Shinigami who rose through the ranks from the Gotei 13."

The old man continued to explain.

"Even if Kirinji Tenjiro doesn't know you, he should still give me some face."

"The ones we really need to be careful of, and who could pose a threat, are two other people in Squad Zero."

The old man's expression turned serious.

"One is the master of the Phoenix Palace, the title 'Sword God', Nimaiya Oetsu."

"The other one is the leader of the Zero Division, 'Eye Monk' Hyosube Ichibei."

"The two are the creators of Zanpakuto and the namesakes of everything in Soul Society."

"They were active much earlier than I was, and they were very powerful. I have no connection with them whatsoever."

The old man frowned and said in a heavy tone.

“Wang Yue of Nimaiya is alright. Given his personality, as long as you don’t provoke him, he won’t make things too difficult for you.”

"And the monk with eyes... that big monk looked very kind, like an honest man."

"But don't be fooled by his appearance; he's actually very dirty inside!"

“That person was from the same era as the Spirit King and the five noble ancestors.”

"He witnessed the beginning of chaos and the separation of the three realms, and has been the guardian of the Spirit King since millions of years ago."

"For him, the Guardian Spirit King is his only belief."

Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni said in a deep voice,

"No matter how many lives are lost, they are insignificant before this belief."

"His ability can erase names and diminish power."

"Even my Ryujin Jakka is powerless to resist."

"Therefore, it is best not to have a conflict with him unless absolutely necessary."

Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni reminded him.

"Sounds like a very stubborn guy, just like you, old man."

Aozaki Mayuki teased with a smile,

"It's just that your belief is to protect the Soul Society, while his belief is to protect the Soul King."

There are always some people in this world who live by their beliefs.

The monk with the eye was like that, and so was the old man.

Hearing Aozaki Mayuki's disrespectful words, Yamamoto clenched his fist, making a "crackling" sound.

Seeing that Aozaki Mayuki shrank back to save face, he realized that Aozaki Mayuki was being considerate.

Yamamoto then nodded and said:

"Matsuki, your power is too great, far beyond what ordinary Shinigami can compare to."

"The Eye Monk will absolutely not allow any existence that could threaten the Spirit King to appear."

"Once he believes that your existence may pose a threat to the Spirit King, he will absolutely not hesitate to eliminate you."

"Therefore you must be extremely careful and must conceal your sharpness!"

Upon hearing this, Aozaki Mayuki stroked her chin and couldn't help but say:

"Old man, you're so serious, it's making me think this trip might be fraught with danger!"

Yamamoto said in a deep voice:

"Kid, don't say I didn't warn you."

"In the thousands of years I have lived, the Spirit King Palace has never invited any outsiders up there."

There are only three ways to get up there.

"Either invade the Spirit King Palace head-on, join the Zero Division, or be selected into the Divine Weapon Unit under the Zero Division."

"Since they called your name but didn't ask you to join the Zero Squad or the Divine Weapon Squad, things must be complicated."

"Being careful is never an overreaction!"

Aozaki Mayuki raised an eyebrow, a faint smile playing on her lips, and said:

"What if I'm extremely careful, but still end up fighting with them?"

"For the sake of the safety of the Three Realms, shouldn't we obediently accept our fate?"