Death: Starting as the Guardian of Avici Hell

In terms of qualifications alone, this nameless, mysterious Grim Reaper is definitely qualified to be promoted to the Zero Division.

Of course, this standard is not fixed.

It is said that Kenpachi Kuruyashiki, the captain of the 11th Division a hundred years ago, was the one that Gosuke followed before.

He also received an invitation to go to the Soul King Palace and be promoted to the Zero Division.

Although he didn't create anything of great significance, his outstanding martial arts skills still qualify him to be a member of the Zero Squad.

However, he refused, citing his duty as Kenpachi.

In conclusion, the bottom line is still quite flexible.

However, if we consider the former, Naraku Sora finds that he may also be qualified to be promoted to the Zero Division and become a member of it.

Putting everything else aside, this perfect Hollowfication alone has already set a precedent in the history of Soul Society.

Shutara Senjumaru has assured more than once that, in the course of millions of years of development, there have indeed been quite audacious Shinigami who have attempted to research the power of Hollowfication.

There are also a very few who succeed.

However, without exception, their research and development on virtualization is still in its early stages.

A perfect Hollowfication like Naraku Sora's is practically unparalleled.

However, thinking about it this way, it seems that I am at risk of inheriting the throne of the Spirit King.

The immense power of the Shinigami himself, plus seventy percent Hollow power, and a negligible amount of Annihilation power.

Rounding it up, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to call himself a minor spirit king.

He couldn't help but hiss, sensing something was wrong.

Could it be that the weasel is coming to demand an official title?

Thinking of this, Naraku shuddered and subconsciously felt a slight aversion to the so-called invitation from the Spirit King's Palace.

Just as he was feeling conflicted, Senjumaru gave him an annoyed look and pinched his incredibly thick skin, so thick that even ordinary demonic arts couldn't penetrate it:

"Actually, there's no need to worry too much. I'll take you up there and then bring you back."

"rest assured."

Speaking of which, is this idiot's steel plate tougher than before?

The skin that used to be easily pinched is now so thin that even white knuckles can't leave a mark.

Isn't this rate of increase in power a bit too outrageous?

She had initially thought the modified Shinigami uniform would last the boy a long time, but now it seemed she had underestimated her silly boy's growth rate.

If this trend continues, he might become the second Shinigami in history to be promoted to the Zero Division based on strength.

Upon hearing this, Naraku raised his eyes and saw Senjumaru's lips curving into a beautiful smile as he blinked, giving off a strange sense of reassurance.

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"Don't be so sure!"

In the First Division headquarters, Naraku Sora embellished and exaggerated Shutara Senjumaru's words with intense rhetoric.

"In my opinion, the Spirit King's sudden decree to send me there must be ill intentions. He intends to force me to stay in the Spirit King's palace and sit on that cold, damp golden toilet for him."

"Teacher, you can't just stand by and watch me go to my death!"

Hearing these outrageous words, Yamamoto's forehead veins bulged, and he almost drew Ryujin Jakka from under the stove to punish his comrades.

As Shinigami of the Gotei 13, their fundamental duty is to protect the Seireitei.

Above Seireitei stands the supreme Spirit King.

Other Grim Reapers who knew the inside story all spoke of the Soul King with utmost respect, not daring to show the slightest disrespect.

On the other hand, this scoundrel is all about slander.

What ill intentions? What golden toilet? They're completely disregarding the Zero Division.

They were afraid they wouldn't die fast enough.

"If we sew your mouth shut, you will certainly avoid a lot of trouble on your way to the Spirit King's Palace."

Yamamoto gave him a disgruntled look and took the teacup that Naraku had filled.

"There's nothing to be afraid of."

"After all, you haven't violated any serious Soul Society regulations, you haven't affected Soul Society, and you haven't threatened the Soul King."

"Go up in an upright and honorable manner, and come down with dignity and integrity."

Naraku shook his head: "It's hard to say."

Yamamoto: "?"

What shady things has that bastard done behind his back this time?

The old man took a deep breath, trying to control his soaring blood pressure, and said irritably:

"Aside from your extraordinary training speed, there's really nothing about you that the Zero Division should care about."

"However, once we reach the Spirit King's Palace, we need to be careful of two people."

"One is the sword god who created the Zanpakuto, named Nimaiya Oetsu. He has existed for longer than I have, and he is very powerful."

"No one cares more about Zanpakuto than him, and your Zanpakuto is among the most powerful, even among the captains."

"Therefore, he will most likely take you seriously. Do not say anything that will anger him, otherwise, even if you are far away in the Spirit King Palace, I will not be able to save you."

Naraku Sora nodded.

Speaking of which, as the sword god who knows Zanpakuto best, if we can build a good relationship with him, could he perhaps share some useful knowledge with us?

For example, how to master Bankai more quickly.

To be honest, after being defeated by Emperor Fajaya with a single blow, he later tried several optimized versions of the Divine Body Transformation.

He's making progress each time, from instantly collapsing to now being able to hold out for a few breaths. It seems he's not far from truly mastering Bankai.

In reality, even Naraku Sora didn't know how much more was needed.

All I can say is that we should try our best to move in that direction.

Yamamoto took a sip of tea and continued:

"The second person is the most important person in this trip to the Spirit King Palace."

"The original namer of everything in Soul Society, the leader of the Zero Division, and an ancient life form that is said to have existed before the existence of Soul Society."

"Strictly speaking, he cannot even be called the Grim Reaper."

"As the Spirit King's original protector, he witnessed the separation of the three realms and the establishment of order."

"My real name is Monk, and I'm a soldier in charge of the army."

Is the information in Chapter 184 incorrect?

"I met Hyosube Ichibei once before I founded the Gotei 13."

Yamamoto lowered his gaze, watching the tea leaves floating in his cup, recalling events that occurred a thousand years ago.

"I thought he was a very serious and earnest person, but to my surprise, he exuded an indescribable sense of ease in both his speech and actions."

"He has a cheerful and easygoing personality, and is calm and composed in the face of adversity. He doesn't seem like someone who has lived for millions of years at all."

"But this is only the surface."

"Although I was inexperienced back then, I could still see his indifferent attitude towards everything in the world. Only after getting to know him did I realize..."

"For Hyosube Ichibei, guarding the Spirit King is his only duty. Other things are not important to him, not even the destruction of the Three Realms."

"Of course, this is not to make you lower your guard or go and destroy the Three Realms."

Yamamoto glared at Naraku Sora, who was eager to try.

Since the last sparring session with the traitor, some conventional deterrent methods have become ineffective.

All I can say is that he's thick-skinned and tough, not like a proper Grim Reaper.

Naraku Sora has a secret.

There is no doubt about this.

However, as a teacher, if a student is not going astray and is even developing in a positive direction, there is no need to delve into those things.

This is one of Yamamoto's principles, and also his teaching method.

Sometimes, you can't teach someone else to learn.

Only after experiencing it firsthand can one truly understand the meaning behind it.

If one day the rebellious disciple comes to his senses, Yamamoto wouldn't mind being a listener and offering advice as an elder.

Yamamoto composed himself and continued:

"Hyōsukebe Ichibei's ability is very special. He can see the true names of everything in Soul Society and even give them names."

"For him, his name is power."

"So, with your paltry tricks, you'd better not try to show off in front of that old guy. If you really get killed, I'll be the one to bury my child."

Naraku grinned, and just as he was about to say something, everything went black before his eyes, and a tremendous force suddenly struck him, slamming him into the floor without warning.

After finishing this task, Yamamoto rubbed his rough fingers together and nodded almost imperceptibly.

It definitely feels different from Kyoraku Shunsui's. Even without releasing spiritual pressure, its defensive power is still astonishing, stronger than that of a typical Shinigami captain.

This kid...

Yamamoto pondered.

When teaching again next time, should we increase the intensity?

"Old Dong...Teacher, I haven't said anything yet!"

Enraged, Naraku protested loudly, "You are abusing your power!"