Death: Starting as the Guardian of Avici Hell

The commander of the army, Ichibei: "..."

Although I don't know what happened, judging from the kid's suddenly excited expression, it's probably not something good.

To prevent him from getting any further wrong ideas, Hyosube Ichibei quickly continued:

"As for meeting the conditions to become a Spirit King."

"Kong, do I really need to say more about the power within you?"

"Death God, Hollow, Quincy."

"Although it lacks the most crucial element, the fact that several elements can be perfectly integrated without any conflict is already a unique achievement."

"As for the missing portion, that's the one thing we don't need to worry about the least."

"I can promise you that if you are willing to stay in the Spirit King's inner palace, any wish will be granted."

Hyobu Ichibei's eyes were fixed intently on his answer.

Naraku thought for a few seconds.

"For example, have all the female Grim Reapers wear miniskirts?"

"?"

"Then, create a water dragon amusement park that far surpasses the Phoenix Palace?"

"??"

"Rename the Spirit King Palace to Empress..."

"!"

Before he could finish speaking, Hyosube Ichibei's rugged face showed a look of fear, and he quickly stopped him:

"You wouldn't dare talk nonsense!"

"For me, a name possesses a special power, and changing it at will will surely bring unimaginable disaster."

After saying that, he wiped the sweat from his forehead.

He suddenly felt that it would be better for Lord Spirit King to maintain the status quo, and that replacing him with someone else should be postponed for the time being.

It's hard to imagine what kind of apocalyptic scenario would occur if this guy really became the Spirit King.

Even after living for millions of years, Hyosube Ichibei was still somewhat unable to withstand it.

The problem is, in all these millions of years, I've never seen anyone with such a novel and imaginative mind.

Could this be the reason why Lord Spirit King approves of him?

Hyōsuke Ichibei shook his head repeatedly, banishing this treasonous idea from his mind.

"Actually, there's one more thing."

"As the original namer of everything in Soul Society, I even named the concepts of 'Zanpakuto,' 'Shikai,' and 'Bankai.'"

"The moment the asagi were handed over to the Grim Reaper, I knew their names."

"But--"

"Just like yesterday, Nimaiya Oetsu, as a sword god, was unable to communicate with your Zanpakuto, and I, too, have no idea what its name is."

"This also means that you are outside the rules as we know them."

"So, Kong, I'll ask you one last time."

"Are you willing to become the Spirit King?"

Despite not emitting any spiritual pressure, and without even a change in expression, Hyosube Ichibei calmly gazed at the boy before him.

But the heavy pressure fell on Naraku Sora as if the heavens and earth were collapsing.

It appears to be a question, but it is actually coercion.

This attitude greatly displeased Nairoku.

Moreover, although I don't know much about the Soul King's current situation, judging from my past life memories and the information Aizen found out, it is definitely not a good job.

It surpasses even the golden toilet of the neighboring Emperor.

If I really become the Spirit King, wouldn't I have to spend my whole life in that place where there is no sunlight?

Most importantly, once I choose this path, it will inevitably trigger Aizen's suspicions.

Based on his understanding of Aizen, he knew that once Aizen discovered the truth, he would definitely include the Soul King Palace, including the Zero Division, in his plans.

Then, exhausting all means, without hesitation, to destroy and shatter this system.

In that case, how is he any different from Aizen in the original work? He's still on that path where there's no hope...

Naraku Sora's pupils contracted sharply as he realized a terrifying possibility.

Realizing what had happened, he raised his eyes, showing not a trace of fear:

"Let whoever wants to be the Spirit King be it, just don't come looking for me."

Hyobu Ichibei shook his head, a helpless expression on his face:

"Since you are unwilling, then I have no choice but to take action to eliminate the threat outside the rules."

"I'm sorry, Naraku Sora, I can't let you go to see Lord Spirit King."

As soon as he finished speaking, a huge, fan-like hand stretched out, and a deep, heavy spiritual pressure pressed down.

Naraku Sora's expression changed drastically; he could hardly describe his feelings at that moment.

It's like being at odds with the whole world.

Like a tidal wave of malice, it surged from all directions, transforming into an immense force that crushed him into dust.

Without the slightest hesitation, the spiritual energy within his body shifted, and a deep humming sound rang out.

Sound!

Since Hyoninbe Ichibei had already seen through it, there was no need to hide it anymore.

At such a close distance, where it's almost impossible to react, only the unpredictable movement of Xiangzhuo could escape that giant hand.

The monk's grasp fell on empty air.

The moment the dull sound rang out, the figure had already vanished from sight.

A look of surprise flashed across Hyosube Ichibei's eyes.

He did indeed have some understanding of the power within Naraku Sora; he knew this the moment he stepped into the Spirit King Palace's entrance path.

Surprisingly, this kid was incredibly skilled in using the abilities of the Void.

It's like an instinct.

In such a critical moment, shouldn't a normal Shinigami first demonstrate their Shunpo (Instant Step) technique?

Suppressing his doubts, Hyosube Ichibei instantly locked onto the powerful spiritual pressure that appeared behind him.

A towering pillar of fire rose from the ground, completely obliterating the clouds that had accumulated above the Lingfan Palace. The scorching flames soaked the sky, making it seem as if a sea of ​​fire was hanging upside down, and the high temperature spread out.

On the blade burning with spiritual pressure flames, arcs of electricity rubbed fiercely against the Kido spiritual pressure.

Naraku Sora twisted his waist, his muscles taut like a bowstring, emitting a teeth-grinding popping sound, his joints rubbing together like metal, producing a crackling sound.

The ground trembled as he took a step forward.

The blade flashed across the void, carrying lightning and fire as it slashed down.

boom--!!

The sound of metal clashing resounded through the sky, and white waves burst forth at the center of the collision. The clamor and explosion solidified and spread in all directions.

Amidst the deafening roar, countless dazzling bolts of lightning and flames intertwined and nearly swallowed everything in sight.

The terrifying impact exploded in layers, causing the land within a radius of several kilometers to undulate violently like a tidal wave.

At this moment, a powerful surge of spiritual pressure spread throughout the entire Spirit King Palace!

Chapter 192 So, what is the price?

"This is the spiritual pressure of Sora and Hyosube Ichibei?!"

Senjumaru stopped his construction work and subconsciously looked in the direction from which the spiritual pressure was coming from.

As someone who has just been promoted to the Zero Division, if they previously only lacked a sense of belonging, then after realizing the conflict of this battle, they felt disgust.

We had already agreed before we came that there would be no conflict.

As soon as they met, Kirinji Tenjiro, a divine general from the East, engaged in battle with Naraku Sora.

However, considering that the other party had no malicious intent, Shutara Senjumaru did not pursue the matter further.

But in the blink of an eye, Hyosube Ichibei, the leader of the Zero Squad, disregarded his status and bullied the younger ones.

Although the exact strength of Hyosube Ichibei is unknown, judging from the changes in his own strength, he is definitely a monster.

When she chose to become a member of the Zero Division, she received a transformation from the Soul King's power, gaining a comprehensive upgrade and becoming a powerful being who surpassed even the Shinigami of the Gotei 13.

Even so, when facing Hyosube Ichibei, there was still a feeling that he was completely unable to compete with him.

This was a feeling I had never experienced even when facing Yamamoto Shigekuni directly.

The two sides are simply not on the same level.

Even knowing the gap between them, Senjumaru did not hesitate for a moment. He threw down the construction work he was doing and disappeared from the spot in an instant.

In the Phoenix Palace, Nimaiya Oetsu held a Zanpakuto with a trembling blade, staring in the direction from which the spiritual pressure was emanating.

A hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, hidden behind his sunglasses.

"Young people are so energetic, they actually got into a fight with the leader of the Zero Division."

"Sweethearts, what do you think?"

A cacophony of voices erupted behind him, clearly showing little respect for the monk.

In the eyes of these Zanpakuto spirits, only the sword gods who forged them are worthy of respect; everyone else is no different from air.

"Okay, okay, I understand."