Well, that's the advantage of being a story-driven viewer. Having done considerable research on the Bleach manga, he naturally knew that Kurosaki Isshin, when he was a Shinigami, was also a member of the Shiba family, named Shiba Isshin. He was also the former captain of the 10th Division, who gave up his Shinigami identity to save Kurosaki Masaki, who was being invaded by Hollow White.

"Hey, I have a question." Just then, Ichigo Kurosaki suddenly asked, "We're pretty far from the village now, aren't we? Would anyone live in such a remote place?"

“Of course.” Ye Yi nodded and said, “Given her personality, she really likes quiet places… there’s no problem with that.”

"But it must be very difficult to find a house in such a remote place," Ishida Uryu asked doubtfully.

“No need to worry.” Yoruichi waved her paw and said, “Her house is very conspicuous; you can recognize it at a glance. Ah, there it is, can you see it?”

"Wow, I recognized it at a glance!"

"That's amazing!"

"This isn't just a matter of whether you glance at it or not!"

Everyone was stunned as they looked at the banner raised by the huge stone arms in the distance.

"This, he says he likes places where there aren't many people? He's kidding me!" Ishida Uryu's lips twitched as he complained wildly.

"Judging from my perspective, that guy definitely wants to build a house like that on the street, but people won't allow it!" Kurosaki Ichigo chimed in, agreeing.

“That’s just the Shiba family’s style.” Mugetsu wasn’t particularly surprised, and smiled as she glanced at Kurosaki Ichigo. “Think about it carefully, don’t you think there are some similarities?”

Actually, their father, Kurosaki Isshin, also suffers from similar chuunibyou (middle school syndrome). His exaggerated and comedic behavior is not tolerated by mainstream society. The two are clearly similar in many ways.

However, Ichigo Kurosaki didn't connect the two, staring at Mugetsu with a completely bewildered expression.

Just then, two figures appeared before them. Dressed in robes and each wearing a round hat, they stared at the group with serious expressions. "Who are you?"

"Long time no see, Kinhiko, Ginhiko." Yoruichi walked slowly out of the crowd and greeted them calmly.

"Lord Yoruichi!" The two middle-aged men immediately became solemn upon seeing Yoruichi and bowed respectfully. "We've been waiting for you for a long time, please come in."

Chapter 0546 How to Enter Soul Society

Led by Jin Yan and Yin Yan, Wu Yue and his group descended the long staircase and arrived at the door of the main room.

"Hey, speaking of the Shiba family, what's their background?" Kurosaki Ichigo suddenly asked curiously. "This place is full of eeriness and strangeness."

"In the past, there were five noble families in Soul Society." Before Yoruichi could speak, Mugetsu interjected, "The Shiba family was one of them. Because they gradually declined, there are now only four noble families in Soul Society."

"It seems really impressive," Orihime exclaimed.

"Are the Four Noble Families the four most powerful families in Soul Society?" Uryu Ishida asked curiously.

"Hmm." Mugetsu nodded and said, "The highest leader of Soul Society, the spiritual leader, is called the Spirit King. And those who are closely related to the Spirit King are these great nobles. They practically control everything in Soul Society. For example, the largest power organ, the Central Forty-Six Chambers, is only able to become a Sage because of the joint recommendation of the great nobles." As he spoke, he inadvertently glanced at Yoruichi. The latter narrowed her eyes, revealing a mocking expression.

"Of course, the Central 46 might not be the same as before. Perhaps, they're just an empty shell." After making this final conclusion, Wuyue and the others pushed open the door and walked straight into the room.

This was an empty room, almost devoid of furniture. Only a calligraphy scroll bearing the four Chinese characters "弱肉强食" (the strong prey on the weak) was pasted in the center.

Below the calligraphy scroll sat a woman with an extremely alluring figure. Her attire was very revealing; she wore only a bright red bodice on top, a cloth skirt around her waist, and a headscarf.

The woman's left arm was completely gone, and she held a pipe in her right hand, her expression languid. "Yo, Yoruichi. It's been a long time."

"Kuukaku, you're as spirited as ever," Yoruichi said softly as she stepped forward. "I'll have to trouble you this time."

"What the hell?"

"Kukaku, she's actually a woman?"

"How could a woman have such taste?"

Kurosaki Ichigo and the others were completely bewildered and incredulous.

"These brats are so noisy." Although he said this, Shiba Kukaku's gaze remained fixed on Kurosaki Ichigo's face, as if he had seen something inexplicable.

This guy...it seems...Could it be...? Startled, Shiba Kukaku turned her probing gaze to Yoruichi, who gave him a half-smile, but didn't answer directly. This annoyed Shiba Kukaku, who frowned and said, "Speak, what's so difficult that you have to come here in person?"

"It's like this..." Yoruichi explained the whole situation simply and clearly. After listening, Shiba Kukaku tapped his pipe lightly and said, "I understand. I can help with this. Of course, I have one condition. I need to send one of my own people to accompany you, is that alright?"

“Of course, no problem.” Yoruichi seemed to have expected this and nodded nonchalantly.

"Then, come in." Kukaku snapped her fingers. The curtain was pulled open, and Shiba Ganju, who had clashed with Kurosaki Ichigo earlier, came into view.

As expected, the meeting between the two was filled with tension. However, under the domineering presence of Shiba Kukaku, the two younger brothers were completely subdued and dared not utter a single complaint. Next, Kukaku led everyone into the fireworks room and taught them how to use spiritual energy to create and launch projectiles.

As time went by, the night gradually deepened.

On the rooftop, Shiba Kukaku raised a sake cup with his one arm, gazing at the night sky. "Brother. I know you won't let me stand idly by, right? So, I will do everything I can to help them."

"Oh, I knew you'd be here." Just as she finished speaking, Yoruichi's black figure emerged from the night. "What, still dwelling on the past?"

"Hmph. Since they're beings with feelings, it's impossible for them not to be conflicted," Shiba Kukaku said calmly, without denying it. "Speaking of which, that child really is..."

“Yes, just as you think.” Another voice abruptly interrupted. Mugetsu, like a ghost, revealed herself. “We are Shiba Isshin’s children.”

Shiba Isshin...

Upon hearing this name, Shiba Sora 237 was visibly stunned. Her body began to tremble slightly. In the end, she simply whispered, "Uncle, are you alright?"

“His power as the Grim Reaper has temporarily vanished,” Wuyue said calmly. “It probably won’t recover in a short time. That’s why we’re here to help him complete his unfinished mission.”

"Hehe, hehehe..." Shiba Kukaku burst into laughter, tears streaming down his face. "I knew it! That kid gave me that feeling. So, he's a brother. Kurosaki, is that your mother's surname?"

"Hmm." Wuyue nodded and said, "Under those circumstances, hiding one's identity was a last resort. Otherwise, it would have been very troublesome."

“I understand.” Shiba Kukaku seemed very happy after the family reunion. “Well, since we’re family, there’s no need to be so reserved. Cute boy, call me sister.”

Feeling a bit helpless after being teased, Wuyue pretended to be nonchalant and said, "Of course, my main purpose in coming here isn't to explain things to you. It's about your arm; I can help you heal it..."

Chapter 0547 Full-Scale Intrusion!

Seireitei, the barracks of the First Division.

The team leaders, who were holding an emergency meeting, were suddenly disturbed by a loud alarm.

"Alarm! Alarm! Intrusion signal detected in Seireitei. All squad members, please strengthen your defenses! Repeat..."

The alarm in Seireitei had a peculiar rhythm. And it seemed to be a message from the Technology Development Bureau, because the piercing sound could be heard throughout the entire Seireitei.

In an instant, the entire Seireitei was thrown into chaos. Even the captains, who were used to all sorts of storms, couldn't help but show expressions of astonishment.

"What's going on? Has someone hacked in?"

"Damn it, are they those wandering monsters?"

"Damn it! These outsiders are really brazen!"

"Silence!" Captain-Commander Yamamoto, seated at the head of the table, tapped his cane and said with narrowed eyes, "That's enough. The Captains' Meeting is adjourned! Everyone, return to your posts! As for the final disciplinary action regarding the Third Division Captain's violation of orders and unauthorized engagement with the Ryoka, we will announce that later."

Upon hearing the Commander-in-Chief's order, all the captains present set off, bidding farewell and departing. The fastest among them was naturally Kenpachi Zaraki, the captain of the 11th Division. This battle maniac, upon hearing of the invading Ryokan, immediately became interested and took the lead, rushing westward.

Just as the other captains were leaving, Aizen, the captain of the Fifth Division, suddenly stopped and approached Gin Ichimaru, saying, "The alarm sounded at just the right time."

"What are you saying? I don't quite understand." Gin Ichimaru smiled, revealing his signature grin.

"You think you can get through this like this?" Aizen said meaningfully, "Ichimaru, you'd better not underestimate me." After saying that, the two brushed past each other.

The interaction between these two also caught the attention of the captain of the 10th Division, who was not far away. The naive Hitsugaya, of course, was unaware that the two were simply putting on an act.

And just as the sky gradually darkened and the night sky was covered with stars.

A dazzling white beam of light suddenly shone in the sky above Seireitei. The enormous sphere of spirit particles split into several parts in mid-air, falling like meteors to various parts of Seireitei.

pat.

With a soft step, Wuyue landed on the ground as lightly as a feather. She glanced around. "Looks like we've arrived in a sparsely populated place."

"Is this considered good luck?" Orihime asked innocently, nestled in his arms.

"Well, at least it's not bad." Wuyue grinned and said meaningfully, "That way, there won't be any bystanders disturbing the fight." At the same time, his gaze turned to the right.

"Quite the boast, kid." A slender man, around thirty years old, slowly emerged from the shadows. "However, you do have some skill to have found me so quickly."

"Huh? There's someone hiding here?" Orihime exclaimed in shock.

"Hmph. Second Division Lieutenant Assistant, Tabe Minaoki." The young man grabbed his right hand and said rather nonchalantly, "State your names, young wanderers."

"Just as I thought, it really is the Second Division." Mugetsu gently put Orihime down and stretched her hands. "After all, covert mobile units usually don't operate alone."

"What?" The young man's eyes widened in surprise, as if he sensed something was wrong. However, before he could react, Wuyue's figure suddenly vanished from the spot.

Bang bang bang.

Just like popping beans, a loud sonic boom was heard in the air.

To the young man's horror, the executioners he had set up in the shadows were sent flying backwards one by one, unconscious before they could even scream.

"H-How is this possible..." Tabe Naoki stared wide-eyed, muttering to himself. "Who exactly are you?"

"Kurosaki Muzuki." A voice, as if whispering in your ear, rang out. "Remember this name. And then, goodbye!"

Consciousness gradually faded into darkness. This second squad lieutenant, without even touching the hem of the other's clothes, was instantly knocked unconscious.

“You’re right, Gin.” Not far away, atop a tall tower, Aizen, who had witnessed the entire scene, adjusted his glasses. “This boy has indeed exceeded our expectations. Judging from his Shunpo performance alone, he’s already on par with Yoruichi Shihouin.”

"What should we do, Captain Aizen?" Gin Ichimaru asked, his eyes still narrowed. "Should we take care of him now?"

“No, let’s continue to observe.” Aizen waved his hand and said, “The emergence of such an unknown variable may not be a bad thing for us. Although things seem to have deviated from their original trajectory, they will also move in a new direction. I’m curious to see where this direction will lead.”

"But if that's the case, our plan..."

"It's alright. We already have that thing in our hands, Silver."

As the two were talking, Wuyue seemed to sense something and turned her gaze to the tall tower. As they looked at each other across the distance, a mocking smile curved Wuyue's lips.

Chapter 0548 Cooperation and Transactions

Two days later, at the Fourth Division barracks.

"Squad 7, Seat 4, Ikkakusaka Jiroubo, is confirmed to be seriously injured." A squad member reported in detail in front of the squad barracks: "The Lock-Bin and the Soul Sleep have been completely pierced."

"This is really serious." Another petite team member covered her mouth in surprise. "They might completely lose their Grim Reaper powers."

"Speaking of which, how many times is this already?"

"Aside from the initial three seats of the 11th Division and Ikkaku Madarame, the next group to be defeated were the three seats of the 2nd Division along with sixteen members of the Execution Army. Then, a combined force of over fifty members from the 11th Division was also defeated. These Ryoka seem to be exceptionally strong."

"Make way! Make way!" Just then, a loud commotion suddenly broke out. "Excuse me, are any high-ranking officers from the Fourth Division present? The Sixth Division Lieutenant, Renji Abarai, is seriously injured and urgently needs treatment!"

"What? Vice-Captain Abarai is also seriously injured? 297"

"No, that can't be!"

"That's the vice-captain!"

"My God! These travelers are too strong!"

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