Death: Starting as the Guardian of Avici Hell

"Since you know that, there's no need to explain further."

Mayuri Kurotsuchi tapped the control panel to save and record the data.

"Although it is not yet fully developed, I have found a new path inspired by these two technologies."

"That is..."

"To create new souls from nothing and become the new creators of this world!"

At this point, his mouth stretched into a wide grin, and his smile grew increasingly manic:

"Although these words may sound foolish and like daydreaming, I am very clear about my own situation."

He pressed his fingers against his temples and drilled them forcefully.

"At this moment, my brain is in an unprecedented state of clarity, so I named this project—"

"Sleep Plan!"

Naraku suddenly realized.

If I remember correctly, Mayuri Kurotsuchi's vice-captain, Nemu Kurotsuchi, was an artificial Shinigami created from this plan in the original timeline.

Unexpectedly, Mayuri Kurotsuchi's biggest dream was to become a creator-like being.

Such an act is undoubtedly a usurpation of the authority of "God".

It seems that he really doesn't have a single positive character around him.

As a tech geek, creating character models is actually quite in line with Mayuri Kurotsuchi's persona.

The finished product, even when sculpted, will have some degree of defects.

He is somewhat introverted and withdrawn in terms of personality, and seems to be influenced by Mayuri Kurotsuchi, whose hobby is also experimentation, especially in the field of human body modification.

But regardless, this is a good thing.

Mayuri Kurotsuchi has found a new path, and Sora Naraku will also gain new toys.

Win-win!

Just as the two were talking, Shizuku, who had been sitting in the chair being studied, cautiously asked:

"Lord Nie wouldn't be planning to use me as material, would he?"

Upon hearing this, Mayuri Kurotsuchi glanced at her, spread his hands, and tapped the control panel in front of him.

"Creation from nothing is the true transformation of the soul, creating an independent individual Grim Reaper."

"Using you as raw material is at best nothing more than a human body modification and optimization experiment."

“I stopped doing these kinds of low-level projects decades ago.”

Akane Shizuku breathed a sigh of relief.

Mayuri Kurotsuchi had gathered enough data and said without any mercy.

"Alright, Shizuku, you can leave now."

The girl had absolutely no intention of staying.

Despite the presence of Naraku Sora in the laboratory, which made it very safe, Mayuri Kurotsuchi exerted too much pressure on her, giving her a suffocating feeling.

An ordinary Grim Reaper would suit her better.

After everyone left, Mayuri Kurotsuchi looked at Naraku Sora, a barely perceptible madness flashing in his eyes:

"Mr. Naraku, are you interested in participating in the first phase of the 'Sleep Project'?"

Naraku thought for a few seconds and readily agreed.

The two moved to a bright and spacious laboratory.

The collected data was entered into the corresponding instruments, and with Mayuri Kurotsuchi's skillful operation, the equipment in the room immediately started up.

The metal ground slowly parted, and a huge container rose from the ground.

What followed was a series of actions that Naraku couldn't understand at all.

Based on artificial body technology and artificial soul technology, they gather spiritual particles to create a brand new Shinigami.

Content flashed across the screen behind us from time to time.

What about the spiritual network disorder effect, the frequency conversion of the No. 1 spiritual particle, the change in the fluctuation of the artificial body, the fixation of abnormal spiritual waves...

Whether it was influenced by Aizen and others, Naraku Sora vaguely felt that he could understand these complex things.

So I tried to think about it more deeply.

Oh no, my head is so itchy!

While he was doing nothing, Mayuri Kurotsuchi's first attempt was nearing its end.

He stared intently at the changes in the liquid inside the container, and a barely perceptible fluctuation of spiritual energy emanated from it, which then formed a tangled, thread-like object.

Mayuri Kurotsuchi clung tightly to the outer wall of the container, his features contorted, his smile utterly manic:

"Whee!"

"Hey, good, I did it!"

Chapter 259 Can Time Turn Back

Seeing Mayuri Kurotsuchi going mad, Naraku Sora ignored him and instead moved closer to the outer wall of the container, curiously observing the thread-like object.

It doesn't quite seem right to call it a loose thread.

The surface has a fleshy texture, and with the supply of ample nutrient solution, it continues to proliferate, growing at a visible rate.

However, just as it was about to form a complete tissue, the growth and proliferation came to an abrupt halt, as if all life had been exhausted, and the product inside the container began to wither.

Seeing that Mayuri Kurotsuchi was still going crazy on the side and hadn't noticed the changes here, Naraku slapped him across the face.

You wretched creature, what have you become?!

"Stop acting crazy here, come over and take a look, there's a problem with your work."

Upon hearing this, Mayuri Kurotsuchi did not hold a grudge against Naraku Sora for whipping him. He instantly appeared near the outer wall of the container and carefully observed the product that was about to wither.

In less than a few seconds, the test specimen, which had grown to the size of a finger, shrank rapidly, as if it had been drained of moisture, and turned back into a thread-like shape.

Mayuri Kurotsuchi was not discouraged by the failure, but instead fell into a state of serious reflection.

As researchers, failure is inevitable.

Even as the most talented scientist in Soul Society, he could not prevent this from happening.

Similarly, Kisuke Urahara also failed quite a few times.

Sometimes, even a very simple experiment can produce unpredictable consequences due to external factors.

He pondered for a long time.

Mayuri Kurotsuchi collected the failed samples, restarted the equipment and containers, replaced all the materials, and adjusted the corresponding parameters and procedures.

"Mr. Naraku, I need your help."

After doing all this, Mayuri Kurotsuchi looked at Naraku Sora with a hint of excitement in his eyes, his enthusiasm undiminished.

"If this experiment is successful, I will include your name in the project file."

Naraku Sora waved his hand dismissively:

"No need for a signature or anything, I'm happy to help with even the smallest favor."

Unlike a certain lazy bum who often fools his boss, Mayuri Kurotsuchi can be considered a model employee after choosing to submit.

They often work overtime all night long, neglecting to eat or sleep.

They don't even need a salary; all they need to do each month is cooperate with experiments and provide some research funding.

This forms a stark contrast to a certain Kisuke.

Naraku Sora rolled up his sleeves, looking quite excited:

"How do I do it? What should I do? Should I sculpt the face first or the body first?"

Mayuri Kurotsuchi: "?"

What on earth is this guy talking about?

Ignoring someone's erratic remarks, Mayuri Kurotsuchi recounted in detail the operational procedures that Naraku was responsible for.

The waste particles generated during the stripping experiment minimize the probability of influence from all external factors, thereby indirectly increasing the success rate.

And that's exactly what he excels at.

Because of his superb skill in manipulating spiritual particles, Naraku would occasionally assist with the research.

Of course, in most cases, it is studied.

After meticulous preparation and simulation, the second experiment officially began.

With Naraku's help, progress was much faster than the first time.

It's the so-called first time to be born and second time to be familiar.

Soon, the thread-like object reappeared in the container.

Proliferation began again, and the fleshy mass grew continuously from the thread-like center, seemingly weaving into some kind of neural network.

However, just as it was about to finish, a blood-red warning message suddenly appeared on the screen.

A strong spiritual energy fluctuation emanated from the container, and within a second, the experimental subject in the proliferation stage abruptly stopped growing once again.

Nirvana seemed to be deep in thought.

After two failures, he realized where the problem lay.

The artificial body technology and artificial soul technology he currently possesses are insufficient to support him in completing the great experimental project, "Project Sleep".

But inspiration continued to flow from his mind, and stopping the experiment was not his style.

It just so happens that Naraku Sora is here too.

Why not take advantage of it?