The Strongest Gentleman Development System in Naruto

"Hmph!" Yoruichi outwardly seemed to disagree with his words, but inwardly she deeply agreed. This kid indeed possessed many secrets and attractive potential. Otherwise, she wouldn't have agreed to become his everything just because of a bet.

Moreover, over the years, every time the bet ended, it would propose another round of the same contest. The outcome was always the same. Her time as Wuyue's possession had been extended indefinitely. Perhaps she would never be able to escape its control for the rest of her life.

Even so, Yoruichi showed no signs of frustration or sadness. On the contrary, she felt a stirring within her.

"Speaking of which," Wuyue's words pulled her back to reality just as her thoughts were drifting. "You should try to return to human form, shouldn't you? Cat bodies are convenient, but they feel weird."

"Oh? What's so strange about that?" Yoruichi squinted and said. "Or perhaps you have unreleased energy every day. You need me to satisfy you in human form, meow?"

Make your choice, dear host.

First, that's right! Human-animal relationships are unacceptable!

Second, of course not! Even if you were in cat form, I could still vent my frustrations perfectly!

Tsk, this choice is toxic.

Wuyue clicked her tongue, and without thinking, said bluntly, "That's right! I can't accept anything like human-beast hybrids!"

"Congratulations, host, for completing the selection. You will be rewarded with ten years of cultivation and ten years of dragon growth cycle."

His blunt words startled even Yoruichi. She immediately looked at him with disdain. "You little brat, thinking about such nonsensical things at such a young age. But since you've already said it..." As she spoke, the black cat suddenly jumped out of his arms, stood upright, and instantly transformed back into human form.

"Just as I expected, she's completely naked!" Wu Yue's tone sounded calm, but her voice was already beginning to tremble.

There was no other way. He had been in this world for over a decade and had never experienced any real combat in this area. Dragons are inherently lewd, and for a fully grown dragon to have been holding back for so long, it was already quite remarkable that he could restrain himself.

"Hmm." Yoruichi's style was clearly quite bold. Or rather, she wasn't shy at all towards Mugetsu, a man she already clearly liked. "Want to give it a try?"

"Okay..." Wuyue was about to say the word when footsteps came from the stairwell.

Chapter 0538 Rukia's Decision

"Hmm. Human clothes, it's been so long since I've worn them." In the living room, Yoruichi tugged at her nightgown, looking quite unwilling.

Across from her, Orihime said apologetically, "I'm sorry, is my dress too small?"

"No, it's none of your business." Wuyue sighed and said, "It's just that she hasn't worn clothes for decades. Well, she's always maintained her cat form, after all."

"So, she really is that Yoruichi-san?" Orihime exclaimed in astonishment, "That's amazing! I also want the ability to transform into an animal. I've always wanted to be a giant python."

"Why would you want to become that kind of thing?!" Wuyue couldn't help but complain, "Normally, girls should want to become cute, adorable, and well-behaved animals, right?"

“If I become a giant python, I only need to eat once a month, and then I won’t need to eat anymore,” Orihime said matter-of-factly. “I can use the rest of the time to sleep.”

“You’ve reached a whole new level of laziness, girl.” Wu Yue sighed and said, “I do know a real giant python, but it’s still very diligent.”

He was naturally referring to Sunsun. That virtual girl, even in her python form, worked very hard to train herself.

"Eh? Muzuki-kun really has a python friend!" Orihime exclaimed, her eyes wide with curiosity. "I'd like to meet it."

"It's not possible for now." Wuyue waved her hand and said, "It's not in the mortal world. But speaking of animals, Nel will turn into an antelope after she releases her Zanpakuto."

"Speaking of which, are the Arrancar really that strong?" Yoruichi became interested in another topic. "Like that other little woman you keep, are they all based on her?"

"Don't let Nel's usual goofy demeanor fool you, she's actually the third-ranked Arrancar." Mugetsu sighed, "That means, based on the true strength ranking of Arrancars, she's capable of entering the top five in Hueco Mundo. Of course, this ranking excludes Aizen and the like."

"Top five?" Yoruichi frowned and said, "Besides the first and second Arrancar, are there any stronger than it?"

"Hmm." Wuyue sighed and said, "You don't really think that Hueco Mundo is as simple as it appears on the surface. When I left there, there were still a few places that even Aizen dared not easily set foot in. It shouldn't be surprising that there are Arrancars living there. However, most of these guys, like the First Arrancar, are lone wolves. They won't actively cause trouble, so as long as you don't threaten their core, they won't easily take action."

"Well, actually, according to my thinking, Hueco Mundo's overall strength is greater than that of Soul Society. However, because Hueco Mundo's rule is completely fragmented, it seems that they are no match for Soul Society."

"That's why Aizen chose to establish his base in Hueco Mundo," Yoruichi nodded in agreement. "He wanted to truly control the entire Hueco Mundo and confront Soul Society head-on. But he overestimated his abilities."

"Therefore, Aizen cannot become the true enemy of Soul Society." Mugetsu concluded, "Neither he himself nor his forces can cause serious damage to the Soul Society as a whole. Compared to them, the invisible enemies are more worthy of attention and vigilance. They are the group that will destroy the very essence of Soul Society, and they will not follow any morality or ideals."

"Who are you talking about?" Yoruichi was clearly unaware of the existence of the Wandenreich, looking completely bewildered. However, she deeply trusted Mugetsu's words, so she became somewhat impatient for a moment.

"A bunch of guys who call themselves the Invisible Empire. In reality, they are just..." Before Wuyue could finish speaking, a rhythmic knocking sounded on the door.

"I'll go open the door." Orihime stood up and ran to the door. Upon opening it, her expression clearly showed surprise. "Kurosaki-kun? Are you here to see Muzuki-kun? Please come in."

"Hmm, I was thinking you should be coming soon." Mugetsu wasn't surprised by Kurosaki Ichigo's visit and chuckled, "What's up? Is there something you want to ask?"

Kurosaki Ichigo glanced at Mugetsu, then turned his gaze to Yoruichi.

"Don't mind her, she's one of us." Wu Yue waved her hand casually and said, "Of course, she knows everything about our side."

"You really do have many secrets, Mugetsu." Kurosaki Ichigo said in a somber tone, "Are you really a Quincy? Where did you get your lineage from? Why are you hiding it?"

"Ah, what brings you to that?" Wuyue shrugged and said, "I've never hidden anything. As for the issue of inheritance, you probably don't know. The Kurosaki family has always been primarily Quincy. Of course, it's not surprising that you became a Shinigami. Because we also possess Shinigami blood within us."

what? !

Ichigo Kurosaki's eyes widened, his face filled with astonishment. "W-how could this be..."

"I'm not telling you, naturally, to protect you." Wuyue sighed and said, "With your half-baked strength, you can't handle too much right now. But you didn't come here just to ask me these questions, did you?"

"I... Rukia, she's gone." Kurosaki Ichigo finally sighed and said those words.

Chapter 0539 Blockade

“As expected.” Wuyue smiled and said calmly, “Given Rukia’s personality and way of thinking, it is indeed time for her to leave. After all, she has already taught you everything she could. And now that you can defeat a Hollow on your own, there is no point in her staying here any longer.”

"Why can you be so nonchalant?" Kurosaki Ichigo frowned, seemingly wanting to get angry, but unable to find a reason to. "Do you... really know her?"

"Well, I do know girls much better than you, you blockhead." Mugetsu tilted her head and said, "Besides, Soul Society is indeed her true home. Forcibly stopping her like this will only annoy people."

"Is that so?" Kurosaki Ichigo seemed convinced and said in a low voice, "Is that how it is? We're just going to let her go like this?"

“Of course not.” Wuyue suddenly changed the subject, saying, “I said beforehand that Soul Society is her final destination, and that’s true. She doesn’t belong to the human world and can’t stay here forever. But if she goes back now, it’s like a lamb entering a tiger’s den. Danger is inevitable.”

"What do you mean?" Kurosaki Ichigo was dumbfounded, his face full of confusion.

“In Soul Society, transferring one’s spiritual power to an ordinary human is a serious crime,” Yoruichi explained. “According to those old-fashioned rules, it would be a minimum of fifty years in prison.”

"What?!" Kurosaki Ichigo was shocked. In his human sense, fifty years of imprisonment was equivalent to most of his life! From his perspective, he would absolutely go insane!

"Well, that's just a possibility," Wuyue waved her hand and said, "It's not certain yet. However, if you pull her back now, things will definitely become more complicated. Think it over, are you really sure you want to do this?"

Kurosaki Ichigo remained silent for a moment, his eyes gradually hardening.

"Is that so? It seems you've already made up your mind," Wuyue sighed in a cryptic tone. Actually, he would probably be even happier if the other party didn't back down like in the original story.

Because in this way, Ichigo Kurosaki might not walk the path of the strong again, but at least he would be free from danger. Everything would be dealt with by Mugetsu himself. Everything would be resolved by Mugetsu himself. Until nothing in this world could harm the Kurosaki family anymore, Ichigo Kurosaki could peacefully live as an ordinary substitute Shinigami until he grew old. That wouldn't be a bad choice.

After all, the path to becoming a strong person is fraught with twists and turns and dangers. While gaining power, one must also lose many things.

Of course, now that Ichigo Kurosaki has made his choice, there's no point in saying any more. Mugetsu had already promised not to interfere with his path. Everything is up to his own will.

Now that he had chosen this path, Wuyue naturally wouldn't object. She simply asked softly, "So, do you need any help?"

"This is a matter between Rukia and me," Ichigo Kurosaki replied, then turned and left.

"Tsk tsk, how willful." Watching the other person's departing figure, Wuyue clicked her tongue but didn't try to stop her. "Fine, since it's your own wish..."

If Ichigo Kurosaki hadn't hesitated to ask Mugetsu for help back then, the latter wouldn't have cared about the plot developments, Urahara's schemes, or Aizen's plot; he would have directly destroyed everything. To repay the debt to the Kurosaki family, he would have used all his strength to bring Rukia Kuchiki back, even if it meant challenging the entire Soul Society.

But in the end, the result was just as he had expected. Kurosaki Ichigo rejected him. This was also within Mugetsu's understanding; given his half-baked gentleness and love for his family, how could his adopted older brother possibly involve him in such a dangerous matter?

He probably knew it himself; he was about to face someone no small fry. Even so, would he still uphold his beliefs?

Thinking of this, Wuyue smiled and said, "Well, as expected of the protagonist."

"What protagonist?" Yoru asked, tilting his head in confusion. "Are you really not going to care? If it really is Byakuya Kuchiki, that brat is probably in grave danger."

"Isn't this exactly in line with Urahara's plan?" Mugetsu sneered, "In terms of strategy and methods, he is no different from Aizen, except that his interests are aligned with ours."

A light drizzle began to fall from the sky.

On the street corner, Ishida Uryu lay in a pool of blood. Beside him stood a red-haired man with tattooed eyebrows, holding a long, blood-dripping sword, his face full of arrogance. "What, is that all you've got? Daring to talk big... Well, let me deliver the final blow. Renji Abarai, remember my name." With that, he brought the long sword down.

But at that moment, a loud explosion occurred.

A massive Zanpakuto suddenly brushed past Abarai's shoulder, shattering the ground into several pieces.

"Who goes there?" Asai asked, squinting as he took a few steps back.

"Kurosaki Ichigo." The orange-haired boy raised his head and sneered, "The one who's going to defeat you. Nice to meet you."

Chapter 0540 Instant Kill!

"Idiot!" Rukia yelled as she saw Ichigo Kurosaki arrive. "What are you doing here! Get out of here!"

"That 'idiot' should be me calling you that," Ichigo Kurosaki sighed. "Rukia, I know everything. About what you wanted to atone for. Well, it's all my fault. I'm sorry."

“Ichigo…” Rukia stared blankly at him, her expression somewhat dazed.

"Looks like you two really aren't just friends. Interesting." Renji smiled coldly as he listened to their conversation. "That's fine too. Rukia will be more willing to give up after I kill you." He said, gently stroking the blade of his sword with his left hand.

Roar, Zabimaru!

The ordinary shape of the katana transformed into a sharp, serrated edge. It snapped open like a whip and slashed towards Ichigo Kurosaki.

"How could this be... the shape of that sword..." Kurosaki Ichigo was stunned, raising his Zanpakuto to block. However, unexpectedly, the blade seemed to be able to bend at will, instantly passing over his Zanpakuto and slashing towards his back.

puff.

Blood gushed out in mid-air.

"Is that all you've got?" Renji sneered. "In the footage from the Research and Development Bureau, you were the guy who repelled a Hollow. And yet, this is all the combat ability you have? Weak, too weak!"

"Is that so?" Standing up again, Ichigo Kurosaki's expression suddenly turned icy. "Then you, who are about to be defeated by me, are not even worth scum."

boom!

An extremely powerful spiritual pressure suddenly rose from Ichigo Kurosaki's body.

"How is this possible? Why is this happening..." Renji was completely stunned. Under the influence of this spiritual pressure, he felt an unusual heaviness all over his body, as if he were being crushed by a giant object weighing a thousand pounds.

"Goodbye, scum!" Kurosaki Ichigo flicked the goggles off his forehead and snarled, "This battle is over!" He raised his hand and brought his sword down.

Renji could only stand there dumbfounded, unable to move under the influence of the other's spiritual pressure.

puff.

Unexpectedly, Ichigo Kurosaki's strike missed completely! No, not just missed, but his blade instantly shattered. Even the broken end vanished without a trace.

"How could this be...?" Ichigo Kurosaki's eyes widened, his face filled with disbelief. "What happened?" He finally realized what was going on when his gaze fell on another man on the sidelines. "He did it?"

The other person was indeed holding half of his broken sword. But what puzzled Kurosaki Ichigo was how the guy, so far away, managed to do that?

The reality didn't allow him much time to think. Because in Ichigo Kurosaki's view, the man with the strange headband had already placed his right hand on the hilt of his sword.

He's about to make his move!

Kurosaki Ichigo thought to himself, focusing his attention on guard. However, in the next instant, his pupils suddenly dilated. The man had already appeared behind him.