"You mean, free-range?" Szayelaporro narrowed his eyes, seemingly quite interested in the suggestion. "Indeed, if a free-range plan were implemented, the data collected would be much more detailed. Besides, Tosen Kaname is indeed a troublesome fellow."
Seeing that the other party had finally given up on the research, Neutra secretly breathed a sigh of relief. "In that case, let's leave now."
Chapter 0500 Leaving Hueco Mundo
Neither Nnoitra nor Szayelaporro saw that after they left, Nel, who had been lying on the ground, suddenly underwent a violent transformation. Her fair, jade-like skin turned grayish-brown in an instant, making her look like a broken piece of wood lying on the ground.
And indeed, that was the case; Nel turned into a piece of wood. To be precise, it was a wooden clone.
After "Nel" reverted to her original wooden form, her true self, along with Wuyue, Heribel, and others, slowly walked out from the rear hall. At this moment, not only Nel, but even her two subordinates had turned into wood.
"Aizen is really ruthless." Mugetsu looked at the wooden clone on the ground and sighed, "Although I expected you to end up like this, I didn't expect it was Aizen who gave the order."
Indeed, in the original work, Nel's flashback is told from her and her subordinates' first-person perspective. They always believed they had been ambushed by Szayelaporro and Nnoitra, never suspecting that Aizen was the mastermind.
However, upon closer examination, it is not surprising at all.
The 30th Espada, a Vasto Lorde-level Arrancar, suddenly disappeared! If Aizen hadn't known about the situation beforehand, how could he not have investigated? And with his abilities and control, how could he not have found Nnoitra and Szayelaporro?
Ultimately, however, these two not only escaped any punishment but remained completely free. This speaks volumes.
On second thought, why did Aizen create the Arrancars? To wage war against Soul Society, of course! And Nel, the 30th Espada filled with war-weariness, was truly of no help to him. A pawn useless to him, Aizen naturally wouldn't mind destroying her.
As for the other party's loyalty and admiration?! Given Aizen's personality, would he care about those things?
Of course, that's what they said, but when Nelliel actually heard the truth from the two of them, she still found it hard to accept. Even though she had been mentally prepared, the fact that it had actually happened still left her feeling somewhat incredulous. She stood there blankly, staring at the pieces of wood, caught in a deep dilemma.
It turns out that from beginning to end, she was just a pawn. All her years of loyalty only earned her this reward.
Seeing her sorrowful expression, Heribel stepped forward, seemingly wanting to say something, but was stopped by Wuyue. "Let her be alone for a while. She has to get through this herself. No amount of persuasion will help."
“I understand,” Heribel nodded.
"Now you see what's happening before your eyes clearly." Wuyue patted her shoulder and said softly, "Even so, do you still choose to stay?"
“Yes, Lady Mugetsu.” Heribel said without any hesitation, “Don’t worry, I know what I’m doing.”
"More than information about Las Noches and its movements, I hope you're safe and sound," Mugetsu said in a similarly serious tone. "Aizen is very strong, with few rivals in this world. But his schemes are even more terrifying than his strength. You may soon be exposed."
“I know, Lady Muyue.” Heribel nodded and said, “But even so, I don’t intend to give up on this idea. Because rather than following you at this moment, I can better help you by staying here. Moreover, as long as I show obedience and demonstrate my usefulness, that guy shouldn’t investigate my identity too much.”
If we go by Aizen's thinking, it seems that's indeed the case... Even with Gin Ichimaru, he could make the most of him. If Harribel pretended to sincerely pledge allegiance, Aizen really had no reason not to accept her.
"Is this your ambition?" Wuyue sighed and said, "I would rather you live your own life than be used as a tool or weapon."
This wasn't just comforting or perfunctory. It truly reflected Wuyue's true feelings. He knew very well that this girl before him, like Nel, despite being a Void being, possessed a remarkably pure heart. Once she had chosen someone, she would never betray them unless that person caused her unbearable trauma.
“I have chosen my own path, Lady Muyue.” Harribel smiled. Although her face was covered by a mask, obscuring her smile, Muyue could sense from another direction that it came from the heart.
“Alright.” Shaking her head, Wuyue said, “In that case, promise me that no matter what happens, your first priority will be to protect yourself. And the rest of you, the same goes for you.” Her gaze then turned to Sunsun, Apache, and Mira Rhodes.
"I obey your command, my master." At that moment, the women simultaneously knelt down, bent over, and bowed their heads five or six times, performing a kneeling obeisance to Wuyue. In their eyes, he was the most qualified leader, and the person they would serve for the rest of their lives.
At that moment, Mugetsu saw in them the shadows of Yekura and the others. The same loyalty, only they seemed more pure than Yekura and the other maids.
Wuyue gently patted each girl's head, and Nelu also recovered from her sadness. "Let's leave. I've made arrangements for Pessie and Dondochaka."
"Okay, let's go." Without any hesitation or excessive sadness, Wuyue resolutely raised her hand and opened the black chamber.
Chapter 0501 The Present World! The Long-Awaited City!
Karakura Town, an island nation.
The pitch-black night descended, but the lights on the ground shone brightly.
In the pitch-black void, the sky seemed to have cracked open, like a torn curtain. Two white figures slowly emerged from the void.
"Is this the present world?" Nilu stared at her feet, her face full of surprise. "It's completely different from the era I lived in."
"Seven or eight hundred years ago, it was still the feudal era, so it was certainly different from now." Wuyue smiled, her heart filled with emotion.
This is the first time he's returned to a truly modern society since he transmigrated. Although the time frame isn't long, only about twenty or thirty years, in reality, he's experienced two worlds by the age of 28. The disparity is enough to make one feel as if they've lived through another lifetime.
Beneath his feet, the lights of countless homes, like strings of pearls, adorned every corner of the city. On the massive buildings, strings of lights and neon signs flickered. The interplay of red, green, blue, deep red, pink, and purple hues illuminated the buildings and streets.
From his vantage point, the entire city looked as if it were inlaid with gold and silver beads, with all sorts of buildings presenting a scene that seemed to exist only in a fairy tale world.
"It really brings back memories." With that sigh, Wuyue gently closed her eyes. "The modern atmosphere has a strange kind of warmth to it."
"What do we do next?" Nilu stared at the passing traffic below with unusual interest. These metal lumps intrigued her. But she didn't forget the important matter at hand and asked seriously.
"First, I'll find a source of my power, then rebuild my flesh and blood." Wuyue opened her eyes again, her gaze fixed on a street to the west. "Hmm, found it. It seems the timing is right."
"Rebuild flesh and blood?" Nilu was shocked by his words. "You mean, you can turn back into a human?" What the hell is this? That's practically cheating!
“It’s not human.” Wuyue shook her head and said, “With such a soul, I can never become human again. However, according to your line of thinking, I can indeed become flesh and blood again. That is, what is commonly known as reincarnation, but it will take some time to recover my power.”
silence.
Nilu stared blankly at Wuyue, seemingly wanting to say something, but ultimately remained silent.
"I'm sorry, this ability can only be used on myself for the time being." Wuyue understood the meaning in her eyes and expressed her apology.
Compared to the Arrancar who possesses immense power, Nel actually desires to become human again more than Mugetsu. However, Mugetsu currently lacks the ability to restore flesh and blood to an Arrancar. This involves the laws of the world.
If this were truly the world of Naruto, and a corpse existed, Mugetsu would have countless ways to bring Nel back to life. But this world is different; even the Outer Path: Samsara of Heavenly Life Technique cannot revive someone across dimensions.
The two powers are governed by completely different laws, which even Wuyue cannot alter. Unless, of course, his strength reaches a point where he can disregard the laws.
“No, it’s alright.” Nilu knew this in fact. The stronger the ability, the more limitations it has. This is especially true for reincarnation, a power that is almost like bringing the dead back to life. So, she only expressed her desire and didn’t dwell on it too much. Nor did she resent Wuyue for not being able to do it. “Just being able to stay by your side is enough for me.”
“During my reincarnation, I will become a fetus, just like an ordinary human being, and be born again from a mother’s womb.” After a moment of silence, Wuyue explained, “And the family I found is not an ordinary family. They possess the power to see you.”
"Are you worried about causing some unnecessary trouble?" Nilu seemed to understand something and said, "Do you need me to hide for a while?"
“That’s not necessary.” Wuyue shook her head, her gaze shifting to another part of the city. “You just need a reasonable reason and a reasonable identity to appear by my side. So, we just need a reliable partner for 420.”
"It seems you've already planned everything out." Nilu felt relieved. She probably couldn't accept leaving his side, even for a short time. After all, in her heart, Wuyue had become her pillar of support.
"Hmm." Wuyue smiled slightly and said softly, "The other side has already discovered us. Perfect, we need to deliberately go find him."
Sure enough, just as he finished speaking, a man leaning on a cane, wearing a dark green vest and a striped green hat, appeared before them. Besides him, another middle-aged man wearing glasses followed beside him.
"Nice to meet you, two unknown guests." The man in the green hat smiled, but his eyes were also very wary as he looked at Wuyue and Nilu. "Have you come here seeking any help?"
“That’s true.” Wuyue smiled back at him and said, “I’m looking for a man named Urahara Kisuke. Do you know him?”
Chapter 0502 Intimidation and Fear!
Upon hearing the name "Kisuke Urahara," the man in the green hat's expression changed drastically, but he pretended not to know: "Kisuke Urahara? I've never heard of that name before."
"Is that so?" Wuyue smiled and said, "What about Yoruichi Shihouin? You don't even know Tessai Gorahishi? This sneaky behavior is completely different from your idea of rushing up to confront us directly."
silence.
At this moment, both the man in the green hat and the bespectacled man looked at Wuyue with an indescribable sense of oppression. Wuyue, however, remained calm as she looked at them, a slight smile playing on her lips.
"You... are his subordinates?" The cuckolded man, Urahara Kisuke, finally stopped trying to hide it and asked calmly, "Has he already tracked my movements?"
“I need to correct two mistakes you made.” Wuyue shrugged and said, “First, you rushed up here on your own, not the other way around. Second, I am not the subordinate of that guy you’re talking about. Or rather, I am not anyone’s subordinate.”
"Then you are..." Kisuke Urahara was a little confused. Things seemed to be completely different from what he had imagined.
"Don't you plan to find a suitable place to talk?" Wuyue asked pointedly.
“It seems I have been rude.” Kisuke Urahara gave him a deep look and said, “Please come with me.”
Kawara Store, the underground training ground.
Although it's located deep underground, it feels like stepping into another space. Blue sky, white clouds, and a gentle breeze. The site is entirely constructed of rock walls and stones, giving one the unique sensation of being in the wilderness.
"This is a really nice place," Wuyue commented to herself. "Compared to the artificial sun in Hueco Mundo, this place seems more natural."
"Sir, may I ask... who exactly are you?" Urahara Kisuke asked impatiently. Even a super genius like him, a high-IQ scientist whom Aizen admired, still found himself somewhat unfathomable when facing Mugetsu.
He instinctively felt that this young man seemed to know everything about him. Yet, he knew absolutely nothing about him! This feeling was simply too unacceptable. And most importantly, with his perception, he couldn't detect any spiritual energy within the other man! In other words, he didn't even know whether the other man was a Shinigami, a Hollow, or something else entirely.
"You already have the answer in your heart, don't you?" Wuyue turned her face away and said in a meaningful tone, "After all, as a genius, you have studied quite a bit about this kind of topic. Hollows becoming Shinigami, Shinigami becoming Hollows. Both exist by breaking the boundaries. Shinigami's Hollowfication is called a Visor. And we are called Arrancar."
"An Arrancar..." Kisuke Urahara had a vague premonition, but seeing such a being appear before him still astonished him. "He really did take this step."
“Hmm, this is my companion.” Glancing at Nel, Mugetsu said, “He used to be under Aizen’s command. His research on Arrancar transformation has reached the standard of perfection. And based on these destructive killing abilities, he assigned them numbers one to ten. They are known as the Espada.”
“Then, this young lady is one of them too.” Kisuke Urahara adjusted his hat and said softly, “This terrifying spiritual pressure, so overwhelming, is the first one?”
“No, she’s ranked third.” Wuyue smiled and said, “But she should be able to barely handle a captain-level Grim Reaper.”
It was more than just barely managing to cope...
Kisuke Urahara was speechless. Putting everything else aside, just the spiritual pressure he felt... an ordinary captain-level opponent would definitely be no match for Nel.
Thinking of this, he turned his gaze to Wuyue again. His mind began to race. Could this unfathomable young man before him be the first one?
No, that's not right!
Kisuke Urahara shook his head inwardly. This boy could absolutely not be Aizen's subordinate. Given Aizen's personality and thinking ability, he wouldn't allow someone he couldn't even control to become his subordinate. So who could it be? Perhaps the other party was a true native force of Hueco Mundo?
"No need to guess my origins." Wuyue waved her hand, seemingly seeing through the other's thoughts. "Just know that I have no ill intentions towards either the Soul Society or the human world. I approached you with just a small idea."
"What could a nobody like me possibly have that you would be interested in?" Kisuke Urahara asked tactfully.
"Don't try to fool me, Urahara." Mugetsu smiled faintly and said, "I know you very well. Whether it's the matter between you and Aizen, or the power and talent you possess."
Sure enough, this guy seems to have really seen through me!
Urahara was startled, and his body trembled slightly. For the first time, he felt fear towards someone. It was as if the person before him was his nemesis, capable of completely crushing him in every way!
"Well, it's not just that it won't harm you." Wuyue stared intently at the other party and said calmly, "On the contrary, I will deal with Aizen. But in return, I need you to grant me a request."
The other person's gaze was calm, seemingly devoid of any emotion. But in Urahara Kisuke's eyes, he seemed to see a massive, ferocious, terrifying behemoth staring intently at him. It seemed that in just a moment, it could completely engulf him.
Chapter 0503 Urahara's Speculation
The night deepened.
Inside the Urahara Shop, watching Mugetsu and Nel's departing figures, Kisuke Urahara's smiling face gradually turned somber. He pressed down his hat, making his already deep gaze even more gloomy. "Mugetsu, huh? This guy's appearance has truly exceeded my expectations."
"Is what he said true?" Tetsuzai pushed up his glasses and asked softly.
“From this perspective, he shouldn’t be joking,” Kisuke Urahara said with a sigh of relief. “Because this is a result we’ll see very soon.”
To be honest, facing this boy, Mugetsu, he felt an unprecedented pressure. The boy's eyes seemed to see right through him, while he himself knew nothing about him. This made Urahara Kisuke feel very passive, as if he were being led by the nose.
This made him very unhappy, extremely unhappy.
You see, for all these years, Urahara Kisuke has only ever schemed against others. Even Aizen couldn't do anything about him. But now, someone has appeared who completely restrains him, which naturally makes him feel very frustrated.
Of course, most importantly, he sensed danger from the other person. He had a feeling that if he had dared to turn against the other person and refuse their offer back then, he would have suffered unimaginable retribution. To put it more bluntly, it would have been very easy for the other person to kill him.
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