The Alchemist in Bleach

"Hmm." The Captain-Commander nodded solemnly. "After such a long negotiation, I finally obtained access to the Great Spirit Book Corridor a few days ago. After checking it out, your guess was correct. The seal of Yhwach, the founder of the Quincy hundreds of years ago, has loosened, and he has established an organization called the Wandenreich! And he is monitoring the Soul Society at all times through some means!"

"Some kind of? Isn't it recorded in the Great Spirit Book Corridor?" Ichiro's expression became even more serious.

The worst-case scenario has occurred...

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Chapter 235 There's One More Thing

In fact, Ichiro didn't have any substantial information about the Invisible Empire. He only knew from his memory that such an organization existed, and then asked the Captain-Commander to apply for the Great Spiritual Book Corridor to check it out.

As long as they are in Soul Society, the Great Spirit Book Corridor will inevitably find out about them. This is certain, no matter how sophisticated their methods are.

It's important to know that even the Moon Spirit, who is a simulated Spirit King, can only modify the information recorded in the Great Spirit Book Corridor, not completely block it. Yhwach, who is currently less powerful than the Moon Spirit, certainly cannot do that either.

only……

The situation was somewhat different from what Ichiro had expected...

Surprisingly, the Great Spirit Book Corridor didn't have much information about the Unseen Empire either!

In this way, his idea of ​​striking first was immediately thwarted...

"Yes, we only know it's some kind of method. They must have a way to block the Great Spirit Book Corridor, but we don't know exactly what it is!" the captain said solemnly. "The task of finding them is now in your hands."

"clear."

"There's one more thing. The Great Spirit Book Corridor also records an item they possess—the Cross Star! This thing can steal Bankai! Find a way to defend against it, or a way to quickly retrieve your Bankai after it's stolen. Only in this way can we avoid being at a disadvantage in battle, whether we are attacked or launch an attack."

Ichiro nodded silently. Dealing with the Unseen Empire was a problem that had to be solved.

Everything has its advantages and disadvantages. While the appearance of Zanpakuto accelerated the growth of Shinigami power, it also brought some inconveniences.

For example, weaknesses.

If a Zanpakuto is targeted, let alone something like the Cross Stance that allows one to steal Bankai, even a simple counter can significantly reduce a Shinigami's strength. For example, the Captain-Commander, who was constantly targeted in the original work...

Ryujin Jakka is less the strongest and oldest fire-type Zanpakuto, and more the most frustrating one!

Despite possessing a level six ability, she had no chance to utilize it effectively. No matter which villain wanted to cause trouble, their first priority was to disable Ryujin Jakka...

This strongest and oldest fire-type Zanpakuto is really pathetic!

Fortunately, Ichiro was somewhat prepared for this. After all, although he did not have concrete evidence, he had always known about the existence of the Wandenreich and was familiar with the effects of the Cross Star Seal, so he had always been prepared.

However, he didn't know the working mechanism of the Cross Star Crest, so the countermeasures he developed so far were all passive, such as the Mimic Zanpakuto and the advanced ability of Mimic Bankai, Mimic Shikai.

While these combined measures can minimize the impact of the Cross Stamp, they are ultimately only a temporary solution and do not address the root cause. Further research is needed, which requires further study of the Quincy's power.

However, this matter was somewhat sensitive, so Ichiro did not investigate it in depth and put it aside for the time being. Anyway, Yhwach would not wake up for a while, so he had plenty of time.

But now, it seems there's another opportunity for research... and, moreover, it's open and aboveboard research, well, it should be...

Just as Ichiro was deep in thought, the Captain-Commander, sitting at the head of the conference room, turned to Captain Unohana beside him and said, "Retsu, the Fourth Division, under the guise of an exercise, is entering a state of first-level combat readiness. In the event of any situation, I need the Fourth Division to be ready to engage in battle immediately!"

"clear."

The captain nodded, then looked at Ichiro.

Ichiro looked at the Captain-Commander and tilted his head: "?"

"...The barrier can be removed. There's nothing else to explain for now."

"Uh, okay..." Ichiro said, slowly squatting down and placing his hands on the ground. With a thought, the dense demonic barrier around him flowed into his hands like water, reforming into a crystal.

This crystal is just a little smaller than the previous one.

After all, Ichiro's ability is only to decompose and reconstruct spirit particles, unlike the Quincy who directly control spirit particles. Therefore, losses are inevitable. Of course, with Ichiro's current resources, he can afford to lose some of these losses.

However, the captain sitting at the head of the table frowned slightly upon seeing this. So, you can reuse such a powerful move repeatedly? Have you forgotten about basic principles?

Somewhat helpless, but at the same time, seeing how outstanding Ichiro was now, the Captain-Commander was still somewhat pleased. After all, Ichiro was also his student—well, to be precise, all the Shinigami were his students…

After all, he is the dean of the True Central Spiritual Arts Academy.

After dispelling the barrier, Ichiro bowed and walked towards the door. He still needed to find Kuchiki Hibiki. If it got to night, he might not be able to find any clues. Of course, he probably couldn't find them now.

Inside the barrier, the Captain-Commander also explained some of Yhwach's abilities to Ichiro, as well as the principles behind some Quincy skills that he knew. This would take a long time, but given the Kuchiki family's capabilities, this amount of time would be enough for them to deal with the traces.

Of course, in this way, whether Ichiro succeeds in sealing or accidentally kills him, the Kuchiki family can't blame him. After all, they've given him face and substance. From now on, it will be a contest of individual abilities!

"Ichiro is getting stronger and stronger. Maybe in a few years, I won't be his match anymore." The Captain-Commander smiled with satisfaction as he watched Ichiro turn and leave.

"Compared to you, Captain, that kid is still far behind."

"It won't be long before my old bones become too weak to move, if it weren't for Ichiro."

"Now, it's their time!"

"Yeah, right. By the way, do you think I should arrange a captain position for Ichiro to train him? His strength is definitely enough, but there are some things that he can only understand and grow by standing in the captain's position. This kid's Alchemy Department and Kido Research Bureau are too laid-back."

“I don’t have any objections, but as you know, Ichiro, this kid doesn’t like high positions, especially the captain’s position. It’s said that Urahara and the others persuaded him for a long time before he agreed to the position of director of the Kido Research Bureau. He likes peace and quiet.” Captain Unohana’s face showed a hint of helplessness. How could she not know that?

But there was nothing he could do; Ichiro was fixated on the third seat, and giving him the title of vice-captain was like a death sentence to him...

"That's easy. We can try him as acting captain. As long as we don't give him a permanent position, that kid doesn't like peace and quiet, he's just lazy!"

The captain's eyes lit up, and he couldn't help but nod: "That's a good idea. He has the authority of a captain, but he's not officially appointed. That kid shouldn't refuse. But where would we find such a position now? It's a pity I have to deal with combat readiness matters recently, and I also need to train a vice captain. Otherwise, I could give my position to him."

Upon hearing this, the captain looked at the captain speechlessly. Had he been infected by Ichiro?

Are you trying to train him?

You're just trying to be lazy!

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Chapter 236 You don't actually think you can escape, do you?

Just as the Captain-Commander and the Captain were planning tasks for Ichiro, Ichiro was heading towards the Fourth Division. When it comes to finding people, no one is more suitable than Yue Ling, especially when there are no clues. Yue Ling's spiritual sense is simply too useful.

"Huh? Why are they together?" When Ichiro arrived at Yue Ling's work area in the Fourth Division, he was surprised to find that Yue Ling was walking out of a room with Suzuran's best friend and several other girls from the Fourth Division, chatting and laughing.

After a brief moment of surprise, a look of fatherly relief appeared on his face. The cold and aloof Yue Ling had finally learned to make friends. Although she still looked serious and unsmiling, she was much better than before.

After all, He didn't talk to others before, and He usually had a cold and aloof demeanor. Others weren't so casual with Him.

"Ichiro? What are you doing here?"

To his surprise, Suzuran and her friend Mob were all somewhat flustered when they saw Ichiro.

Seeing this, Ichiro couldn't help but ask curiously, "What are you doing here...?"

"We didn't do anything, we didn't do anything, and we're not even discussing it!"

Ichiro: "..."

Ichiro stared speechlessly at his friend, who was making a flustered explanation. "You're... making a big fuss about nothing..."

Tilt his head and glance curiously into the room, then Ichiro stopped paying attention to the matter. Anyway, it was mostly about girls. But Yue Ling looked like a girl, but her actual gender wasn't. How could they even talk about that?

“We were talking about some work-related matters. Is there something you need, Father?” Yue Ling asked, trying to smooth things over.

"Oh right, I almost forgot because of your interruption. Yue Ling, are you busy right now? There's a mission that needs your help."

"I'm fine here."

Ichiro glanced at the women beside Yue Ling and, seeing that they hadn't said anything, confirmed that everything was alright and said, "Alright, then come with me. The matter is rather urgent, so let's set off now."

Then, he said to Linglan and the others, "We have something to do, so we'll be leaving now."

"Just the two of you? Aren't you going to invite World?" At this moment, Chida Kei, a member of the Fourth Division standing next to Mob's best friend, asked curiously.

“Moon Spirit is enough, we don’t need the world.” After replying, Ichiro took Moon Spirit and left, leaving the others deep in thought.

……

"When did you become so close to them?" On the way, Ichiro finally couldn't help but ask out of curiosity, because in his memory, Yue Ling and the others shouldn't have any interaction. Only Ling Lan had some interaction with them. Logically speaking, their relationship shouldn't be this good.

"What has changed in recent years? Doesn't my father want me to do this?"

"No, as I said, I won't interfere with your life. You can do whatever you want. You are free to choose the life you want. Don't worry about my opinion. No one can interfere with your choices. That's my guarantee to you."

"Yes, thank you, Father."

"No need to thank me. You've already called me father, so naturally I have to fulfill the responsibilities of a father."

"Father, can I skip those questions?"

“No.” Ichiro said with unusual firmness.

"...Didn't you just say you wouldn't interfere with my choices?"

“Yes, I will absolutely not interfere with your choice, and I mean it!” Ichiro reiterated his point of view before changing his tone, “But! You have no choice in this matter!”

Moon Spirit: ……

He knew it...

Of course, while speechless, Yue Ling was also secretly delighted, because she had gotten away with it again!

.......

In a shadowy spot outside the Seireitei office, Ichiro and Tsukirei stood quietly, searching for any remaining traces of Kuchiki Kyouga.

Actually, searching for traces here is very inefficient, because we already know which gate the Xiumu Xianghe exited from, so the fastest way is to search for traces at the Xibaidao Gate.

However, firstly, the area has definitely been cleared out by the Kuchiki family, so it's uncertain how many useful clues can be found there now. Secondly, the Zero Division is definitely there, and Ichiro's operation is a secret one; it wouldn't be good if he ran into them there.

Therefore, I decided to come to the Zero Squad. Anyway, with Moon Spirit's spiritual sense, as long as there are enough traces and clues, even if it's just a part, I can use my spiritual sense to search.

Of course, this is on the premise that there are enough traces and clues.

That is what Ichiro and Tsukishiro are doing right now. Tsukishiro is using her terrifying perception to search for any possible subtle traces, while Ichiro is using his alchemical analytical abilities to find clues and traces, and then "incidentally" analyze the barrier of the Zero Division's base.

After a while, Ichiro and Yue Ling opened their eyes almost simultaneously. Ichiro twitched his fingertips slightly, condensing the traces he had analyzed into a spiritual particle and transmitting it to Yue Ling, allowing her to use her spiritual sense to find or locate the trail of Kuchiki Hibiki.

After receiving the message from Ichiro, Yue Ling closed her eyes and sensed for a while before suddenly opening them.

"We've found some clues."

"lead the way!"

"Yes, Father!"