Death's Hidden Mobile

Xia Yan suddenly appeared, interrupting the two's battle. Metastacia was slightly taken aback, giving Shiba a chance. The latter distanced himself and stood not far away, looking at Xia Yan, and said, "Xia Yan, hurry up and leave. Metastacia can nullify Zanpakuto."

Shiba knew about Xia Yan and also knew that he had a good relationship with her husband. When she saw him, she subconsciously wanted him to leave.

Upon hearing this, Xia Yan retorted, "To nullify a Zanpakuto?"

Upon hearing this, Metastacia said, "That's right, I can nullify your Zanpakuto. Release your Zanpakuto."

Hearing this, I chuckled inwardly. You're saying this to tell me not to unleash my Zanpakuto.

Metastasia has two abilities. The first is fusion and absorption, which allows her to enter spirits and control their bodies.

The second ability is to nullify Zanpakuto. This nullification is limited, because the Zanpakuto will only be nullified the first time it touches his arm each day.

In the original story, Shiba Kaien met Metastacia on the second day. After his Zanpakuto became ineffective, Metastacia explained his ability and then entered Shiba Kaien's body. Ukitake Jushiro wanted to fight but was too weak to fight due to coughing up blood, so he could only leave it to Rukia.

Xia Yan knew that it couldn't nullify his Zanpakuto, but he couldn't know that.

Therefore, Xia Yan said, "Even if my Zanpakuto cannot be released, I can still defeat you."

After leaving those words, Xia Yan's right hand and legs erupted with lightning that flowed through his body.

Instantly coaxed and crippled.

"What kind of move is this? Never mind, I'll kill you first."

Metastacia and Shiba were both somewhat surprised, but the former didn't care. As long as he didn't use his Zanpakuto, nothing unexpected would happen.

The Shinigami's combat power largely relies on the abilities of their Zanpakuto. Most Shinigami only master intermediate Kido, which doesn't pose much of a threat to medium-sized Hollows.

Metastacia charged toward Xia Yan, but Xia Yan's figure vanished without a trace.

"where is it?"

Metastacia froze on the spot, searching for Xia Yan's whereabouts, but in an instant, with a soft thud, a long knife pierced his neck.

With the physical strength of most Shinigami, it would be difficult to break through Metastacia's body. After losing his Zanpakuto, Shiba Kaien was no match for him at all.

However, Xia Yan was different; the lightning-attribute ghost energy enriched him with immense power.

With a single stab, he plunged the knife into Metastacia's neck.

However, the stab didn't go very deep, because the moment it hit, Metastacia's hair swept towards Xia Yan.

Xia Yan could only draw his long sword, his figure disappearing and reappearing beside him as the long sword slashed past.

puff.

Metastacia's arm was severed, and as he swayed, his hair came flying again.

Xia Yan's figure disappeared again.

With Metastacia's speed, he simply couldn't keep up with Xia Yan.

However, he wasn't without options. He gritted his teeth and charged towards Shiba.

Since we can't beat her, let's enter Shiba Miyabi's body and control this woman.

It seems that these two people will have reservations about each other since they know each other. Although their combat strength will decrease, this is the only way they can do it.

Metastacia suddenly shrank and rushed towards Shiba.

Just as he was about to touch Shiba, a powerful force came from behind, "Come back here."

Xia Yan grabbed Metastacia's leg with his left hand, and with a flash of lightning, pulled him back.

"Damn it."

Metastacia's hair swept towards Xia Yan, instantly engulfing him.

"Xia Yan."

Shiba shouted and charged toward Metastacia, his knife aimed at Metastacia's face.

However, before she could strike, streaks of blue light rose up, and Metastacia's back exploded, with every single hair breaking off.

Then Xia Yan appeared on Metastasia's back, his Zanpakuto enveloped in blue light.

"Raychi".

This is a technique that Xia Yan imitated, but it is different from the techniques in Naruto. Instead of using lightning to condense the blade, he uses high-density lightning energy to cover the longsword to increase its power.

Wow.

The long knife sliced ​​Metastacia in half.

"what!"

Metastacia let out a roar and slowly collapsed to the ground.

Xia Yan sheathed his long sword, went to Shiba Miya's side, and asked, "Shiba Miya-neechan, are you alright?"

Shiba breathed a sigh of relief, looked at Xia Yan, and asked curiously, "Xia Yan, how did you suddenly appear here?"

Xia Yan scratched his head and said, "I was born in the Toudou Ward of South Rukongai. I originally wanted to go back and take a look, but I sensed spiritual pressure, so I came here instead."

Shiba nodded and said, "I see. Without you, I'm afraid I would have died here."

Shiba felt a chill run down his spine just thinking about what might happen, and thanked Xia Yan for his help.

Xia Yan said with a smile, "Not at all, I think even without me, Sister Zhiba can turn bad luck into good."

Shiba looked at the corpses on the ground and said, "It's just that all my teammates are dead."

Xia Yan nodded and said, "Then I won't go to the Toudou Ward today. I'll go back with Shiba Miyabi to report this matter. Hollows that can nullify Zanpakuto are not to be underestimated."

The most important thing is to get out of here as soon as possible; Aizen could be anywhere.

You're right.

Shiba realized this and quickly left the place with Natsuhiko.

. . .

"Oh dear, he was killed. What a pity."

Above Metastasia, there were two figures dressed in black cloaks. One of them was Gin Ichimaru, who was squatting there with a mocking smile on his face.

Gin Ichimaru and Aizen remained above Metastacia, but neither Natsuhiko nor Shiba could detect their presence.

The reason is the black cloaks they wear, which are copies of the black cloaks researched by Kisuke Urahara. They are made of special materials that can completely eliminate spiritual pressure. At the same time, they are also imbued with Kido on their backs, which can conceal their figures. Even captain-level powerhouses cannot detect them.

Shiba Isshin was ambushed from behind by Aizen in this way, and eventually became embroiled in a fierce battle with Hollow White.

Aizen raised an eyebrow and said, "I really didn't expect that little guy to pass by here."

Gin Ichimaru laughed and said, "He really is strong. He has reached this level of strength without using a Zanpakuto. Everyone says that he is already a captain-level powerhouse, and I think so too."

Aizen nodded and said, "That's right, he's very strong and has more potential than Hitsugaya."

Gin Ichimaru asked curiously, "Should we kill him? He caused Captain Aizen's experiment to fail. I can help if needed."

As he spoke, Gin Ichimaru licked his lips, looking ready to fight.

"You really can't resist when you see a suitable prey."

Aizen shook his head and said, "There's no need to kill him. Metastasia made Shiba Toru's Zanpakuto ineffective, and the experiment was a success. However, the battle with Natsuhiko actually showed me its weaknesses. It's too weak in close combat, and its reaction speed is too slow. Thanks to Natsuhiko, I have a new idea."

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Chapter 61: Handling

Back in Seireitei, Natsuhiko and Shiba both joined the 13th Division and reported what had happened.

You mean they're all dead?

Shiba Kaien's eyes widened as he looked at Shiba and asked.

Shiba nodded and said, "That's right, it was my fault for not protecting them."

Jushiro Ukitake said from the side, "Your Zanpakuto is ineffective, and you can hardly protect yourself. It looks like you've suffered quite a few injuries. Don't worry too much about it."

Shiba was injured during her battle with Metastacia, sustaining several wounds, but she showed no signs of pain throughout the journey. Xia Yan greatly admired her willpower.

Zhibo looked at Xia Yan and said, "If it weren't for Xia Yan's help, I'm afraid I would have died there."

Xia Yan replied, "I was just passing by."

Shiba Kaien said, "Don't be modest. I'll thank you properly after this is all over. But what should we do now, Captain?"

Shiba Kaien's last question was directed at Ukitake Jushiro, who replied, "Go and take Shiba Miyako to the Fourth Division for treatment."

Shiba Kaien asked, "What about Hollows and the deceased Shinigami?"

Jushiro Ukitake said, "I will go and investigate personally."

"Then I'll leave it to the captain."

Shiba Kaien walked up to Shiba Miyako and put his arm around her. The latter blushed and said, "You don't need to hug me."

Shiba Kaien said with a smile, "You're injured, let me carry you over."

Shiba blushed and leaned on Shiba Kaien's shoulder. Shiba Kaien then carried him away from the 13th team's barracks.

Then, Jushiro Ukitake looked at Natsuhiko and said, "Natsuhiko, please take me to see him."

"it is good."

Xia Yan took Jushiro Ukitake out of the room and went to the place where they met Metastacia. They investigated the scene of the battle and confirmed that what the two said was true.

That's also the purpose of this trip: to see if there's any deception in their descriptions.

Although it may seem somewhat inhumane, the matter is of utmost importance, involving the lives of several potential killers, and must be handled with utmost care.

"Alright, let's go back."

After completing their investigation, Jushiro Ukitake and Natsuhiko returned to Seireitei. Jushiro Ukitake expressed his gratitude once again, and Natsuhiko parted ways with him, returning to the Covert Force. It was already evening.

He had just entered the Second Division barracks when a figure appeared in front of him and said, "Why are you only just getting back?"

The person who appeared in front of Xia Yan was Soi Fon, whose expression was unfriendly, making Xia Yan somewhat uneasy.

Xia Yan didn't know if Soi Fon had asked the inspectors, which would have revealed that she was investigating Shiba Miyabi. Moreover, the reason she gave Shiba Miyabi and the others was that she was just going to check it out on the way. So she had to ask herself, she had to come up with a perfect reason.

Xia Yan hesitated for a moment, but Soi Fon said coldly, "Come in with me quickly."

Xia Yan followed Soi Fon into the room, to her office. Once inside, Soi Fon sat down in a chair, looked at Xia Yan, and asked, "You left with Shiba Miyako, and then news came that the 13th Division was attacked and everyone except Shiba Miyako died. What exactly were you doing?"