Death: Starting as the Guardian of Avici Hell

Pure power transforms into ocean tides, surging straight forward.

Like a vast ocean overflowing, it completely engulfed Gengmu.

After everything calmed down, the huge arena vanished into thin air, leaving only a deep pit in its place.

Kenpachi Zaraki stood at the bottom of the pit, his body covered in wounds, his flesh twisted out in a gruesome manner, a truly terrifying sight.

Even so, he did not fall, but his breath weakened considerably, and he lost consciousness from the heavy blow.

Naraku stared at the half-broken Nosara in his hand, then drew his own Zanpakuto, Bakya-tei.

After observing it carefully, a thoughtful look flashed in his eyes.

If he remembered correctly, after the Grim Reaper became a transcendent being, the next step should be—

Man and sword as one?

……

……

"Lanmeng, I need your help!"

"?"

Looking at someone who resembled a demon from hell, Aizen felt his blood pressure rise.

He was already the captain-commander of the Gotei 13, a prominent figure in the Soul Society, someone even the heads of the five noble families treated with utmost respect.

Why do you still seem so unreliable?

Under Aizen's unfriendly gaze, Naraku Soryu leaned closer and grinned:

"Sousuke, it's like this, just now when I was disciplining Kenpachi Zaraki..."

Upon hearing the wolfish words from someone, Aizen couldn't help but twitch at the corner of his eye.

As Naraku Sora continued his narration, Aizen's expression subtly changed, and surprise gradually appeared on his face.

"That's definitely a good idea."

"But shouldn't this kind of thing have already started when the Grim Reaper reached his limit?"

As he spoke, Aizen raised his right hand, spread his five fingers, and a small spiritual storm formed in his palm, instantly condensing into the shape of a Zanpakuto.

Judging from the appearance of the hilt and even the guard, it is clearly his illusion.

"As early as when my spiritual pressure reached the limit of the Shinigami stage, Kyoka Suigetsu showed signs of fusion. After fusing with the Hogyoku, the Zanpakuto was completely integrated into my soul."

Aizen said calmly:

"Zanpakuto are forged based on the souls of Shinigami and are part of the power of Shinigami."

"When power transcends the limits of the soul, fusion is naturally achieved."

Nai Luokong: "..."

He felt that he was being ostracized.

Aizen didn't sense anything about what he was talking about until he suppressed Nimaiya Oetsu, at which point he began to have a vague feeling about it.

After helping Kenpachi Zaraki and Yachiru Kusashi build a bridge between them, he was once again subtly moved.

Seemingly sensing someone's thoughts, Aizen's lips curled into a slight smile:

"Perhaps, we can draw upon the power of the Hogyoku..."

Chapter 408 is fantastic; I'm gradually understanding Pawa.

"Hōgyoku?"

Naraku Sora was taken aback at first, then looked puzzled.

"Hasn't that thing already completely merged with you? I remember you've already evolved to the fourth stage, right?"

"Could it be pried out?"

Aizen: "..."

Suddenly I don't really want to help this guy anymore.

Even though we've known each other for a long time, this guy's words still make my blood pressure rise.

You can't expect something ivory to come out of a dog's mouth.

"Integration does not mean it is unusable."

Aizen shook his head and sighed helplessly:

"Besides, who said there's only one Hogyoku?"

"At present, although it is impossible to recreate an exact replica of the Hogyoku, it is not difficult to create one that is slightly weaker in ability."

"If my guess is correct..."

"You are only one opportunity away from fusing with your Zanpakuto, and the Hogyoku has the ability to grant the wishes of others, even a weakened version."

As he spoke, Aizen raised his hand and gently pressed on the light screen in front of him. A beam of light fell from the roof and swept over the two people in the laboratory from head to toe.

Spiritual pressure verification, iris verification, fingerprint confirmation, and most importantly, soul fluctuation confirmation.

After passing through, the wall in front splits open to the sides, revealing a relatively small space.

A spherical arc of light then appeared, below which stood a towering platform, upon which rested a blue-black gemstone slightly smaller than a ping-pong ball.

Looking at the scene before him, Naraku blinked, a look of surprise on his face.

I never expected Aizen to be so well prepared.

"Sousuke, you truly are my best friend. Next time, you can have two more oranges."

Naraku Sora showered Naraku with praise, then reached out his hand toward the small Hogyoku.

Bang!

As a result, they crashed directly into an invisible wall.

Aizen glanced at someone expressionlessly and said calmly:

"There is one more thing before using the Hōgyoku."

“In my research, all Shinigami who reach the level of Transcendent can fuse with their Zanpakuto on their own, but you are an exception.”

"To prevent accidents from happening, we need to consult with professionals."

The two left the laboratory and went to Shiba's house together.

After explaining the reason, Shiba Kaien generously led the two to the Flower Crane Cannon and personally brought out the Heavenly Pillar Carriage.

"Based on the captain's suggestion last time, I redesigned the internal structure of the Heavenly Pillar Chariot."

"With the help of the Kidoshu and the Twelfth Division, the space was reinforced and some small items were added."

As the Heavenly Pillar Carriage opened, a small teahouse came into view.

Naraku Sora walked in and marveled, never expecting that Shiba Kaien would actually complete something he had just casually mentioned.

This time they've really learned their lesson.

The launch process was the same as before. With a deafening roar, the two arrived at the Spirit King Palace once again.

On Omotesando, the members of Squad Zero clearly had mixed feelings about Naraku Sora's second visit.

Shutara Senjumaru smiled, a hint of anticipation flashing in the depths of his eyes. When his gaze met Naraku Sora's, they nodded knowingly.

Others weren't so happy.

Kirinji Tenjiro's face was long and droopy, showing no sign of happiness whatsoever.

As a senior member of the Gotei 13, he had already advanced to the Spirit King Palace hundreds of years ago. Now, in a direct confrontation, he might be easily defeated by a junior.

How could that possibly make him happy?

Hyosube Ichibei gave Aizen, who stood silently to the side, a barely perceptible hint of apprehension flashing in his eyes, before turning his gaze to Naraku Sora and getting straight to the point:

"Kong, I didn't know you were coming here this time..."

Naraku Sora laughed:

"My Zanpakuto has encountered a minor problem."

Upon hearing this, Nimaiya Oetsu gave him a somewhat strange look:

"Is it that unique Zanpakuto?"

Naraku Sora nodded truthfully.

Now Wang Yue of the Two-Piece House was even more puzzled.

When Naraku Sora last saw that Zanpakuto, there was no barrier between them, and their relationship was exceptionally close.

Even he, the God of Swords, couldn't find a single fault with him.

What problems might arise in this situation?

Filled with doubt, Nimaiya Wangyue led the two back to the Phoenix Palace.

Following the deep, winding tunnel downwards, the group arrived at the cave where Zanpakuto were forged.

At this moment, the ocean of cooling water outside had fully recovered, and the waterfall with a huge flow of water enveloped the entire cave like a curtain.

"Tell me, what exactly is the problem?"

Aizen adjusted his glasses and described in detail Naraku Sora's idea and the solution he had developed.

After listening to his story, Wang Yue's expression became somewhat subtle.

Indeed, he was the creator of the Zanpakuto.

But long before he created his Zanpakuto, Soul Society already had Zanpakuto that were not part of a coherent system.

For example, the Enra Kagamine of the Tsunayo family, and the Ichimonji of Hyosube Ichibei, etc.

Even his creation of the Zanpakuto was based on the Ichimonji.

Therefore, even as the God of Swords, he couldn't guarantee that he understood everything about Zanpakuto.