The Alchemist in Bleach

Even if he dared, going there would be a waste, because the resurrection of Ichiro and the others is actually not difficult. Although it is not as convenient as the monk's, where you just need to call out a name, it is just a matter of clapping your hands.

This is why Yoruichi dared to storm the Spirit King's Palace with only a few of them; she's just straightforward, not an idiot.

However, judging from the monk's appearance, Ichiro figured he was probably going to fight...

"Pfft!"

In an instant, without any warning, an invisible slash swept across, and Ichiro's left arm was severed!

If he hadn't reacted quickly, his heart and brain might have been the ones cut off!

The monk's inexplicable slash ignited the flames of war!

Pure white Kido power spread throughout Yoruichi's body, and Shunko Second Stage was suddenly activated. Just as planned, Yoruichi quickly blocked Kirinji's path, kicked him two streets away with a whip kick, and then quickly followed up.

"Watch out! That knife can probably unleash invisible slashes!"

"understand!"

Then, Urahara drew another Zanpakuto and charged at the monk.

"Vanish, slash!"

The Zanpakuto instantly turned into specks of light and vanished. At the same time, the monk was surprised to find that he could no longer wield the sword in his hand.

Concept removal and swift strike!

Within a certain area and for a certain period of time, no form of slashing attack can be launched.

This is a one-time use mimicry Zanpakuto. It is powerful, but its drawback is that it can only be used once, making it a consumable. However, this doesn't have a big impact, as he has many more.

On the other side, Soi Fon's Nozomi and the mysterious trio from Mitsuya confronted Kuchiki Hibiki, and similarly separated him from this battlefield, leaving Urahara to fight the monk and Ichiro to confront Oetsu.

Out of the corner of his eye, Ichiro glanced at his left arm, which had been shredded into pieces by the subsequent slashes. While stopping the bleeding from his left shoulder, he smiled and looked at Wang Yue, whose expression was solemn, not far away.

There's no way around it; I have to squint. If I don't, the murderous intent inside will spill out...

"Give me your presence, Holy Venerable Nanli!"

"啾~~~"

"boom!!!"

Amidst the astonished gazes of the crowd, a crimson-gold flame shot into the sky, and Ichiro, wielding a flaming blade in one hand, slowly emerged from the flames like a god of fire!

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Chapter Two Hundred: Truth and Falsehood

To be honest, Ichiro was furious at the moment. Because of Kirinji Temple, he had never really thought about going against the Zero Division. Although he had planned many targeted schemes, they were just habitual preparations and did not mean that he really wanted to oppose the Zero Division.

Even if it were his plan, it might only be thwarted by the Zero Division, but it still wouldn't be a matter of life and death. After all, Kirinji taught him a lot of knowledge and was considered a half-teacher, and he didn't have a Noble Phantasm against his teacher.

Therefore, he never treated the Zero Division as a real enemy from beginning to end. Even when the monk showed some killing intent towards him, he only took a certain precaution and did not intend to actually make a move.

On one hand, because of the connection with Kirin-ji Temple, Ichiro didn't want to be their enemy. On the other hand, he didn't quite believe that the monk would really kill him just because he grabbed a useless knife, especially here.

After all, taking action would mean offending both Team Thirteen and the Central Bureau of 46 at the same time, and could very likely lead to war!

Because Ichiro himself has a considerable network of connections within the Thirteenth Division, and this time he was acting on orders from the Central 46th Bureau, taking action against him would be tantamount to openly going against the Central 46th Bureau!

only……

Ichiro ultimately underestimated the significance of the ability to eliminate one's presence...

Their biggest point of disagreement regarding this capability lies here.

Ichiro thought this ability was nothing special because its practicality in combat was average, and it was a failed product. Originally, it was intended to be the kind of ability that would not even have a physical form, allowing it to evade attacks, but now it can only erase its presence and is affected by strength.

So in Ichiro's opinion, this ability is still pretty average. It can only be used for petty theft. Isn't the Hollow Crow, which doesn't have much spiritual pressure fluctuation after it grows up, better?

However, in the monk's eyes, it was not the case. The fact that it could deceive his senses was enough to attract his attention!

After all, the Spirit King's Palace hides the deepest darkness in this world!

This secret must never be revealed to outsiders!

Although Ichiro had a general idea, the monk was unaware that he knew. In addition, Ichiro was here as a member of the Onmitsukito Squad, so if he insisted on it, he could avoid the Thirteenth Division. Furthermore, given the special status of the Zero Division, it was impossible for them to start a war. He was confident of that.

It was this information gap that caused a subtle change in their judgment of the matter.

Regardless, the fact that he almost got killed due to carelessness filled Ichiro with rage, both towards the monk and towards himself.

If he hadn't reacted quickly this time, he might already be waiting to be resurrected in the world.

That's why Ichiro was extremely angry at this moment!

And unlike the kind of powerless rage that can make someone angry all day long, this is Ichiro's powerful rage!

Crimson-gold flames coiled around Ichiro, abandoning the intense heat of the flames in exchange for conceptual power: destruction!

The spirit of the being killed by the Southern Saint Venerable will also dissipate. In other words, this is a blade designed to kill the immortal!

Once he's dead, he's truly dead. Neither Ichiro nor the monk can bring him back to life!

In addition, Nanli Saint Venerable is also a purely offensive Zanpakuto. It abandons the superfluous ability to revive, and these flames have abandoned the previous slight healing ability, replacing it with super strong destructive power. Its attack power is extremely strong. Although it is not as good as Ryujin Jakka, its advantage is that it does not destroy indiscriminately like the Zanka Katana.

These golden flames possess the concept of destruction and are entirely controlled by Ichiro's will. Even if you are surrounded by flames, if Ichiro does not wish for them to, they cannot harm you in the slightest.

"Fire Flower!"

Wang Yue's pupils contracted as he saw Ichiro stomp his foot and instantly rush in front of him, wielding his sword with his remaining right arm. In an instant, a blooming flower of flame slowly closed in front of him, about to engulf him!

Wang Yue brandished her sharp blade, shattering the flame flower with a single strike before charging towards Ichiro with undiminished momentum!

'Hmm? Sword energy?'

However, although the flame flower was shattered, what puzzled him was that the feeling of being struck was more like sword energy than flame.

But this doesn't make sense!

Didn't they say he was bad at swordsmanship?

Although it's not difficult for a Grim Reaper with spiritual power to unleash sword energy, it depends on the type of sword energy. For a solid sword energy like this, one cannot do it without proper swordsmanship. There are techniques involved, and there is a difference between pure demonic arts and swordsmanship.

This was also what surprised Wang Yue. Wasn't he supposed to be bad at swordsmanship? How could he be bad at it?

However, what truly surprised him was yet to come...

"Hiss~"

Just as Wang Yue's sword was about to slash at Ichiro, he saw that Ichiro's Zanpakuto had somehow gotten stuck to the back of his sheath and was slicing up along it!

At the same time, the immense force also changed his sword path, and he did not hit Ichiro. Instead, Ichiro slashed his jacket instead!

Sensing the aura of destruction emanating from the jacket, Wang Yue's expression changed. She immediately jumped back to get away from Ichiro, looking at the flames enveloping Ichiro with suspicion!

This flame is ghostly!

However, Ichiro didn't give him time to think. He stomped his foot and charged towards Wang Yue again!

"Fire Flower!"

A flower of flame bloomed once more before him!

Seeing the Flower of Flames again, Wang Yue gained a deeper understanding of the sword strike he had just witnessed. Ichiro was not at all as ignorant of swordsmanship as the rumors suggested!

On the contrary, his swordsmanship is quite good and covers a wide range of areas. Although it is only average in terms of depth, he knows too much. He has not reached the pinnacle of any one sword technique, but he has mastered every single one and can switch between them freely.

This can be seen from this flower of flames. The flower of flames, constructed from exquisite sword techniques, is almost flawless, with only one or two minor weaknesses. Only by seizing the opportunity can it be cleverly broken; otherwise, it can only be cleaved open by brute force.

But that's exactly the real problem!

Those weaknesses were just bait!

Once you attack that spot, you'll break the Flame Flower, but at the same time, you'll also put your sword under Ichiro's blade. Just like before, Ichiro will press down on you with the back of his blade and slash you, forcing you to defend.

The steps are all interconnected; no wonder he is a disciple of the Yachiru school.

Therefore, this time Wang Yue did not attack the weak points, but instead directly cut the flower of flames from top to bottom!

"laugh!!"

The familiar sound and feel came again. Sure enough, he was right. Even knowing this, he was still able to predict it!

However, this time, Ichiro only deflected his sword strike without further injuring him.

"Block it~"

"Hiss~"

"Hey~"

Silver blades and crimson flames flashed and disappeared in the air, accompanied by the clanging of metal against metal, as dazzling and dangerous as the datura flower.

"Cherry Blossoms Fall, Maple Leaves Ignite!"

After dodging Wang Yuexun's lightning-fast sword strike once again, Ichiro turned around and swung his sword backhand. Instantly, the sword energy condensed into scattered cherry blossoms, igniting the "maple leaves" on the ground!

A surge of flames, formed by intersecting sword energies, suddenly rose up!

Wang Yue, on the other hand, was right in the middle of this tide of flames!

"boom!"

The dense sword energy blasted through the surrounding buildings, leaving distinct marks on the deserted streets of Seireitei. A deep crater appeared where Wang Yue had stood, however...

"Tap~ Tap~"

Wang Yue, sword in hand, slowly walked out across the gravel, tore off her tattered jacket, and coldly stared at Ichiro.

"It seems that Tenjiro's information was still somewhat inaccurate. I didn't expect you to know swordsmanship. But it's a pity you picked the wrong person. If it were your teacher, I might be slightly inferior in swordsmanship, but you are still a long way off."

As she spoke, Wang Yue turned her head to look at the empty square of the Fourth Division, and a slight smile appeared on her lips. "Goodbye, Tenshin Ichiro. It is an honor to die in the Fourth Division, which you valued the most."

As soon as he finished speaking, he suddenly appeared in front of Ichiro, his scabbard already raised high.

The sword has been swung.

"Pfft!!"

A massive amount of blood gushed from Ichiro's chest, which had been cut in two. With a shocked expression, Ichiro slowly collapsed on the Fourth Division's training ground, where he had once clumsily learned swordsmanship from the captain.

Wang Yue coldly looked at Ichiro on the ground and said coolly, "You only saw my sword sheathed, capable of cutting down anything, but you don't know that with one swing, my sword means death!"

After saying that, he turned and left, heading to the streets of the Spirit King Palace not far away, where Tenjiro was fiercely fighting Yoruichi. As expected of the head of the Shihouin family, his strength was indeed extraordinary, and he was able to keep up with Tenjiro's Shunpo.