The journey from the Quincy

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"Why are you with Aizen? Answer me, Ichigo!"

Hiyori yelled angrily.

She was originally working with Liza, repairing the distortions in the real world and collecting special energy, but she was still worried about Ichigo's failure in the rescue operation in Hueco Mundo, and wondered if he would be too sad, so she wanted to come and see how he was doing.

But when she came over to take a look, she saw that Ichigo was standing side by side with that beast Aizen. She, the victim of the Hollowification experiment, exploded. Her enemy was right in front of her, and Hiyori couldn't bear it at all.

"Calm down, Hiyori. Aizen right now, he's not the enemy."

Ichigo tried to reason with Saruaki Hiyori slowly, but Hiyori was already furious and too lazy to listen to Ichigo's explanation. She simply drew out her Zanpakutō and transformed it into a hollow, rushing forward, then slashed at the open space and released hollow flashes, apparently confused by the mirror flower and water moon.

Although Aizen was patient, that was only towards Ichigo. He was too lazy to pay attention to Hiyori, and he had no feelings at all towards this unfinished product that was harmed by his experiments. No sadness, no joy, and no guilt. The only emotion he had was contempt.

Aizen despised this group of masks, looked down on these defective products, and even more so the members of the Masked Corps. After such a long time, their strength was still so low. They had not reached the limit of Death God, could not maximize the power of Hollows, and had not even reached the threshold of Return to Sword. They were just a group of absolute trash.

With great difficulty, Ichigo finally calmed down Hiyori, who had been hacking at the air for a long time but couldn't hit anything, and told her that Aizen was no longer an enemy.

"What, you said this is the idea of that bald guy Urahara? Idiot! Since that bald guy Urahara said he is unreliable, how can you still believe his ideas, or even trust Aizen? Ichigo, is your brain damaged?"

Of course Hiyori couldn't accept this and she kept kicking Ichigo's knees to vent her dissatisfaction.

She couldn't even accept that the God of Death had not returned to Soul Society. She hated the God of Death in her heart and felt betrayed. She was clearly a victim, but because of the ruthlessness and pedantry of Old Man Yama, and the face of the Central 46th Chamber, she was executed as a hollow victim.

Naturally, Hiyori could not accept anything that happened to Aizen, the culprit of the Hollowization experiment.

"I'm sorry, Hiyori. I didn't consider your feelings."

Ichigo lowered his head in shame and allowed Hiyori to kick him hard.

It can be said that he is exposing the scars of the Japanese society.

He knew clearly how much Hiyori hated Aizen, but he still hoped that the victim could remain calm when facing Aizen. He even hoped that everyone could live in harmony and truly turn enemies into friends. This was really too much for Hiyori.

Moreover, after meeting Hiyori, Ichigo suddenly realized that no matter how grand Aizen's plans were, and how reasonable the reasons for realizing them were, they could not cover up the crimes he committed in the process. He hurt too many innocent people in the process of realizing his ambitions!

I must not develop any affection for Aizen, who is determined to overthrow everything, just because I know the despicable deeds of the first ancestor of the Death God.

Aizen said that the world today is built on sin, so even if the new world he wants to create succeeds, will it no longer be built on sin? Then perhaps his essence is no different from that of the original shinigami.

Ichigo kept thinking and reflecting, but Ichigo was not a diode. He knew that the world was not black and white. He also knew that all forces must be united now. During this period of time, Aizen was indeed a trustworthy comrade.

After personally coming into contact with the current Aizen, Ichigo could feel that everything Aizen said to him was sincere, without any deception or concealment.

Although Aizen has no remorse for his crimes and does not think he has done anything wrong, he sincerely opposes Yhwach's behavior of dismantling everything and returning to the original chaos. Having a common goal means there is a basis for unity.

However, he really couldn't say such stupid words to Hiyori, the victim, asking her to accept Aizen and completely forget her past pain.

"Tsk, since you insist on being with that bastard Aizen, then I won't care about you anymore."

Hiyori clenched her fists. Seeing Ichigo's guilty and embarrassed expression, she didn't want to say anything more. She just glared at Aizen hatefully, ignored Ichigo's attempts to keep her, and ran away angrily.

94

Chapter 94: Aizen’s analysis and speculation about Byakutsuki Hitomi.

"Ichigo Kurosaki, I don't think you should go to Hueco Mundo to rescue your friends now."

Aizen didn't care about Hiyori's departure, but analyzed to Ichigo, "From the information revealed by Urahara Kisuke, we can know that the Quincy who kidnapped your companions is not loyal to Yhwach. He and we have the same consensus on stopping Yhwach."

For Aizen, as long as Kurosaki Ichigo is willing to follow his advice, that is enough. As for what feelings others have towards him, that is irrelevant.

For example, Shiba Isshin before, after making himself look ridiculous, fell into silence, and could only follow him and Kurosaki Ichigo all the way and watch him and Kurosaki Ichigo communicate.

"What did you say?"

Ichigo was a little bit incredulous.

"For some reason, he may not want to confront Yhwach openly, but he has chosen an ally for himself, and that ally is you, Kurosaki Ichigo."

Aizen came up with an analysis result that Ichigo could not accept.

In fact, the term "allies" is a embellishment by Aizen. It is more accurate to say that they are tools that the other party attempts to control and use. After all, the premise of being allies is that the two parties are of equal strength, or have the means to restrain the other party to a certain extent. Only on the basis of the same level can they become allies based on common interests.

"What did you say?"

Ichigo felt like there might be something wrong with his ears.

How could that bastard Bai Yuetong be his ally? What on earth was Aizen talking about?

"In order to ensure that you can act as he expects, he probably used some special method to influence Urahara Kisuke's consciousness."

Aizen's words made Ichigo and Isshin's faces change drastically, and they both thought of Urahara Kisuke's abnormality.

"Could it be that……"

Kurosaki Ichigo asked uncertainly.

“Yes, it is just as you think. Telling you the truth about the world, the origin of the Soul King, the sins of the ancestors of the five noble Shinigami, the true purpose of Youhabach, and the consequences of Youhabach’s success should all be the intention of that Quincy.”

When Aizen said this, he could not help but glance at Shiba Isshin who also had an unpleasant expression, "Otherwise, under normal circumstances, they would not tell you so much, at most they would just tell you the truth about your mother's death.

In that case, you would have been taken back to the Soul King Palace by Squad Zero without knowing what was going on, undergoing so-called special training to test your abilities and see if you were really qualified to become a Soul King."

"The qualifications to become a Soul King?"

Ichigo Kurosaki couldn't help but lower his head, his eyes were sad and his mood was melancholy.

He already knew what kind of existence the Spirit King was.

If it is to protect important people, he must become the Soul King. As long as he can protect everyone, Ichigo will not hesitate to do so. However, he is not an idiot without any emotions. Although he can understand the tacit arrangement of the Shinigami, he is still dissatisfied.

"Ichigo..."

Yi Xin stretched out his hand, as if he wanted to say something.

"However, being brought to the Soul King Palace and becoming a fighting force on the side of the God of Death is not in the interests of the Quincy, or more precisely, the interests of the Quincy named Bai Yuetong."

Aizen interrupted Shiba Isshin's speech and continued, "So he deliberately destroyed the Zero Squad's plan to take you to the Soul King Palace, and also deliberately detained your companions as hostages to check and balance you at a critical moment."

Urahara Kisuke talked a lot, telling Aizen in detail everything he had encountered, and also expressed many of his own guesses. With this information, Aizen easily analyzed some of Byakutsuki Hitomi's thoughts.

At that time, Aizen analyzed that Urahara Kisuke's coming to Mugen was facilitated by Byakutsuki Hitomi, and that there was a conflict of interest between Byakutsuki Hitomi and Yhwach.

Therefore, a strong man like Shirayuki Hitomi, who is cunning and despicable, can actually be used in a sense. At least in the fight against Yhwach, as long as the core demand is grasped, while the opponent is using Ichigo Kurosaki, she can naturally also be used by Ichigo Kurosaki. Of course, the premise is that Ichigo Kurosaki has such cognition and wisdom.

"hateful!"

Ichigo clenched his fists.

It is somewhat uncomfortable to feel that you are being used, but if it is for everyone and can really protect everyone and get a good result, it is not unacceptable.

But hurting and kidnapping his friends was something he absolutely could not accept. What's more, according to Aizen, he was the one who implicated his companions.

"This matter actually has both advantages and disadvantages for you."

Seeing Ichigo getting anxious, Aizen comforted him, "Hostages can only be of the greatest use if they are alive, so before Byakutsuki Hitomi threatens you with hostages, your companions are actually safest in his hands.

This is his bargaining chip to manipulate you, so he will take the initiative to protect your companions, and in the process of being imprisoned, your companions are also kept away from the main battlefield in disguise.

There is no need to rush to save your companions now. The more you rush..."

"So when is the best time?"

Ichigo asked anxiously, "I don't want to hear those complicated things. I just want to know when they will be in danger, how to rescue them, and when to go out?"

"Until Youhabach is completely defeated, your companions are safe. They are even safer than you who are in the middle of the battle."

Seeing this, Aizen couldn't help but sigh, feeling a little helpless. Kurosaki Ichigo was obviously not a fool and was naturally very thoughtful, but why didn't he like to use his brain? However, he could only give Ichigo a reassurance for the time being.

"That's it, I understand."

Ichigo's anxious emotions finally calmed down.

"What do you unserstand?"

Yixin scratched his head and looked at his child with some worry.

He always felt that Ichigo would not be able to let his companions be imprisoned just by listening to what Aizen said. He looked so determined that he must have some new ideas.

“As long as we defeat Yhwach and then defeat that bastard Bai Yuetong in one go without giving him any chance to breathe, everything will be over!”

Ichigo Kurosaki clenched his fists, his determined eyes showing his awareness at the moment.

"That's what I said, but the battle situation changes rapidly. How can you be sure that the other side has no defense? I heard you say that the Quincy named Bai Yuetong doesn't care about face at all. He will do anything to win. It's good that he doesn't take the initiative to use dirty tricks."

Shiba Isshin said with a headache, "Besides, defeating Yhwach is not an easy task. Otherwise, why would that guy use you, Ichigo, instead of fighting against Yhwach himself? Even if Yhwach can be defeated in the end, do you really have the energy left to defeat that guy instantly?"

Even though Isshin's words were unpleasant to hear, it was the truth. He didn't want to see Ichigo just being full of passion at the moment, and then being played around by others and finally falling into deeper sadness. He had to pour the basin of cold water on him.

What's more, he wasn't just saying this to Ichigo, but also to Aizen. He hoped to use the other party's strength and wisdom to completely resolve Ichigo's worries, and make the other party truly involved and support Ichigo on the front battlefield, leaving him no time to carry out more conspiracies instead of just talking behind his back.

Although Shiba Isshin still disliked Aizen, since Ichigo trusted him, he had no choice but to trust his son's choice.

Well, as a member of our side, even if it's only temporary, Aizen should at least contribute a bit. He can't just give advice behind the scenes and do nothing else, and then reap the benefits.

95

Chapter 95: Choose the path of practicing the Perfection Technique, eliminate hidden dangers, stop losses and make a profit.

"Although your idea is a bit reckless, in theory, as long as your strength can support it, then your idea is the best plan."

Aizen did not deny Ichigo, but affirmed his idea, then narrowed his eyes and said very seriously, "But, if you want to defeat Bai Yue Tong, then the most important thing to do now is to remove the Hougyoku from your body."

"What did you say?"

Shiba Isshin frowned.

His first reaction was that Aizen was not honest and was thinking of taking away the Hogyoku and using the Hogyoku fed by Ichigo to continue to strengthen himself.

"Is it because the Hougyoku was provided by Mr. Urahara?"

After a brief thought, Ichigo came up with the answer.

"That's right. Since Urahara Kisuke has already confirmed that the enemy tampered with it, then the Hougyoku he gave you must also have problems.

I heard that you were stopped by Gin when you were going to Hueco Mundo. I have to say that Gin is very good and he handled this matter decisively. "

Aizen ignored Shiba Isshin and spoke seriously to Ichigo. However, when he mentioned Ichimaru Gin, he felt inexplicably emotional.

Ichigo pursed his lips and clenched his fists when he heard this, but said nothing. He seemed to be still angry and annoyed about his failure in Hueco Mundo.

“Bai Yuetong would not do meaningless things. He specifically resurrected Yin and sent Yin to stop you. He must have his own intentions.

He sent Yin over, probably to replicate the situation where Yin succeeded in assassinating me, but it actually helped me evolve to a higher level and deepen my fusion with the Broken Jade."

When Aizen said this, his expression looked a little unhappy, and his complicated eyes were filled with some nostalgia.

As one of the ceiling villains, Aizen had been broken through by Hongwen more than once before, one of which was the assassination by Ichimaru Gin.

In fact, Aizen had long known that Gin Ichimaru was hostile to him. He deliberately told the method to crack Kagami Suigetsu just to have fun by seeing how Gin Ichimaru would assassinate him. This was also a kind of fun for Aizen.

However, what Aizen did not expect was that Ichimaru Gin, whom he had trained for so long, would be so reckless in his final action. The assassination was extremely crude and was just a spur-of-the-moment decision.

But such a crude assassination actually succeeded, and Aizen actually died in such a hasty attack, which made him somewhat angry and humiliated.

Because evolution needs to be driven by fear, and at that moment he really felt a huge fear between life and death that was enough to push him to evolve.

Although the result was good and it promoted Aizen's evolution towards a higher level, this assassination did not meet his expectations. Moreover, if it were not for the Hogyoku, he would have really died in such a crude assassination. This made Aizen very angry at the time.

Therefore, the Shinigami of the Gotei 13 who confronted him head-on were not actually killed by him. Instead, he brutally tore off the arm that was grabbing the Hogyoku, and stabbed him to death in the chest with his Zanpakutō.

"Does that guy want Ichimaru Gin to kill Ichigo, and use the pressure brought by the fear of near-death to force Ichigo to evolve?

Damn it! What on earth does this bastard think of Ichigo, just a weapon to defeat Yhwach?"

Shiba Isshin's eyes widened, realizing just then how dangerous Ichigo's previous journey to Hueco Mundo was, and he spoke angrily.

Didn't that bastard Bai Yuetong ever think about what to do if Ichigo really died at the hands of Nichiichi Marugin?

"Evolving to a higher level... Am I so weak in his eyes?"

Ichigo murmured somewhat unwillingly.

Although he is a kind person, Ichigo Kurosaki is not a nerd. He often fights and still has a basic competitive spirit.

It can even be said that he and Kenpachi Zaraki have the same characteristics to some extent.

Otherwise, just being hit by Kenpachi Zaraki would not have developed his warlike character and the pure enjoyment of "battle, it's cool" in him. Kenpachi only stimulated the killing instinct and passion for battle in Ichigo Kurosaki's bones, but he himself did not have the ability to brainwash.

"However, Gin's way of handling the situation was very cunning. Perhaps he had an ulterior motive, or perhaps he wanted to save his own life. In any case, he did not follow Bai Yuetong's instructions and directly use his Bankai to kill you. Instead, he used a combination of soft and hard tactics to intimidate you into retreating.

This way I can avoid a direct conflict with you, save my own life, and help you by accident."