Death: Starting as the Guardian of Avici Hell

"Lord Naraku, what do you think?"

He asked the question out of habit, not expecting Naraku to give any decent answer.

His own leader is adept at tackling tough challenges head-on, but when it comes to other areas, he's a bit out of his depth.

However, Naraku's answer was unexpected by both of them.

"You should know how vicious the power struggles among nobles were when the Tsunayoshi family was still around, right?"

The two paused for a moment, thought for a few seconds, and then nodded.

As a member of the Seireitei, although I don't often interact with nobles, I am still influenced by them in many ways.

Even now, with the downfall of the Tsunayo family and the intimidation of Naraku Sora, those nobles are still fighting amongst themselves behind the scenes.

It's just that compared to the past, it's become much more restrained.

With the checks and balances between Kuchiki and Shihouin, the nobles were on the surface much more secure, and the overall environment was more peaceful.

"If I remember correctly, in the early years, a high-ranking nobleman lost a struggle and was eventually exiled to the Broken Realm by the Forty-Six Chambers."

"If there's a problem inside the barrier, it's most likely related to them."

Mayuri Kurotsuchi, who was standing nearby, had already forcibly hacked into the Gotei 13's database and retrieved key information:

"That's true."

"The exiled family was a high-ranking noble family called Ryudoji, which has existed for a thousand years."

Upon hearing this, Kisuke Urahara's expression turned somewhat wistful:

"So much time has passed, the entire Ryudoji family should be dead by now, right?"

"After all, the environment of the Dangai is much harsher than Hueco Mundo, and with the periodic occurrences of the Kūryū and Kūchū, one can easily lose one's life if one is not careful."

Naraku Sora nodded:

"Then your task is very clear."

"Search for all members of the Ryudoji clan within the broken boundary."

"Oh, I almost forgot."

Just as he was about to turn and leave, he suddenly remembered something, turned back and said:

“If necessary, the Ghost Cannon can be deployed.”

"While some may call this an evil war crime, for the sake of peace in both the Soul Society and the human world, I prefer to call it—"

"High efficiency".

Kisuke Urahara's lips twitched and his eyes twitched.

Most people might not know what Ghost Cannon is, but he knows it very well.

This thing is a war weapon jointly developed by the Kidoshu and the Twelfth Division. Although it has many drawbacks such as long charging time and inconvenience in movement, its power is terrifying.

When unleashed at full power, it can even destroy a small world.

The fact that even Naraku Sora would say something like that shows how serious the situation is.

However, it's best not to use it unless absolutely necessary, as it would be too efficient if it broke through the barrier.

……

……

After leaving the laboratory, Naraku Sora originally planned to go to the portal, but after thinking about it carefully, it seemed that it didn't have to be that complicated.

So he found a secluded corner, tore it open, and opened the black cavity leading to the real world.

Blurring, isn't that amazing?

When they reappeared, they had arrived at the Ishida Manor.

Sensing the powerful spiritual pressure emanating from the courtyard, Ishida Sogen immediately rushed out of his room and respectfully went to greet him.

"Lord Naraku..."

Before he could finish speaking, Naraku Sora reached out and interrupted him:

"Enough with the small talk, I'm here on business."

He then briefly explained the purpose of his trip.

Upon hearing this, Ishida Sogen's expression changed drastically.

"Absolutely impossible!"

"Since signing the contract, the Quincy have fallen into complete silence and no longer have any of their previous wild thoughts."

"Even if they discover a Hollow, they will only avoid it from a distance, or notify the Grim Reapers stationed in the mortal world immediately."

"Moreover, I have never relaxed my surveillance of them..."

Looking at the expressionless Grim Reaper in front of him, Ishida Muneaki broke out in a cold sweat.

No one knew how terrifying the other person was better than him.

Even if several Quincy with strength comparable to his joined forces, they would still be no match for Naraku.

Moreover, judging from the spiritual pressure released just now, it was even stronger than when we first met.

Thinking of this, Ishida Sogen felt a deep sense of powerlessness.

Isn't it said that the Grim Reaper has a very long growth cycle?

How long has it been? The already powerful monster has become even more terrifying.

But then I thought about it again.

It doesn't seem like a bad thing.

The stronger Naraku Ku is, the greater the probability that he will save the Quincy in the future.

Although there are still many years until the time indicated in the Holy Emperor's Hymn, who knows what unexpected events might occur along the way?

Compared to Yhwach, who feeds on the Quincy, Ishida Sogen is more willing to believe in this Shinigami who made a pact with them.

Just as Ishida Muneaki was about to suggest that the Quincy of the present world help investigate the cause, Naraku Sora suddenly noticed an abnormal fluctuation within his spiritual pressure range, just like when he raised his eyebrows.

Without hesitation, he immediately activated the sleigh and left the Ishida Manor.

Ishida Sogen took a deep breath and hurriedly chased after him.

Before long, Naraku arrived near a park.

Strange creatures were constantly moving among the crowds.

A red head and an ethereal white body, it's as if a matchstick has come to life.

Upon seeing these things, Naraku's eyes lit up; now he could finally determine the reason why the world was about to be destroyed.

So, what's next...?

Just as he was about to finish off all these creatures, a clear voice suddenly came from not far away:

"Let the night fall, Mirokumaru!"

Chapter 245 The Soul Society Has Been Decayed Again

Looking in the direction from which the sound came, one could see a Shinigami girl dressed in a Shinigami uniform raising her Zanpakuto in the distance, her face serious.

A burst of light appeared, and a weapon resembling a Zen staff materialized in his palm.

As Mirokumaru danced, a wind rose from the ground, howling and surging in an instant, filled with spiritual pressure, transforming it into a hurricane that devoured everything, pressing down on the strange creature.

A powerful gust of wind surged and erupted, its impact sweeping wildly in all directions, filled with countless invisible wind blades.

In a mere instant, it engulfed all those strange creatures, without even a single wail. The enemies within sight were shattered into countless tiny spiritual particles and vanished completely into the air.

The appearance matches, the moves and abilities match, and even the completely open Akane-style Great Plains match.

While it's unclear why this Grim Reaper girl appeared at this particular time, it's safe to say she's the culprit behind the disruption of the balance between the Soul Society and the Human World.

It was the Ryudoji clan, who had been exiled by the Forty-Six Chambers a thousand years ago.

Those guys not only didn't die within the Broken Boundary, but they multiplied and even gained the ability to control the souls within it.

While she was pondering what caused this event to happen ahead of schedule, the girl noticed the two people observing from a distance.

A figure dressed in a Shinigami uniform with a white haori over it appeared to be a captain from Soul Society, but strangely, no number was written on his back.

The other one was dressed in casual clothes from the modern world and was very respectful, unlike the Grim Reaper.

"As the Grim Reaper, instead of offering help, he just stands by and watches the show?"

Before anyone knew it, the girl had appeared in front of Naraku Sora, hands on her hips, glaring angrily at him.

"Even if you are the captain, I will still report you to the First Division and have the Commander-in-Chief punish you for desertion."

Upon hearing this, Naraku was stunned for a moment, then grinned and said:

"Hmph, do you even know the appeal process?"

"First, three explanations must be written and given to the captain and vice-captain of the respective squad, as well as the vice-captain of the first squad. Secondly, the identity of the criminal must be explained."

"Putting everything else aside, do you know who I am?"

The girl was intimidated by the man's self-righteous manner and subconsciously replied, "No, I don't know."

"Zongxian, you speak."

Ishida Sogen smiled wryly, not understanding why Naraku Sora would be so keen on toying with a Shinigami who wasn't even a Seat Officer, but he still honestly explained:

"Ahem, standing in front of you is—"

"The Inner Court, an independent organization separate from the Gotei 13, the warden of the Shinigami Prison, the beloved disciple of Captain-Commander Yamamoto, a strong contender for the future Captain-Commander position, and a loyal member of the Quincy in the present world."

"Lord Naluokong."

Someone grinned and said smugly:

"Do you understand? Even if you go and complain, my teacher will just pretend he didn't see it and deal with it. That's the darkness of Soul Society."

The girl's pupils contracted sharply, her face filled with shock.