Ichigo leaves and takes up residence in Soul Society!

Kisuke Urahara's eyes darted around and he remained silent, as if the person Jidanbo was talking about had nothing to do with him.

Yoruichi, on the other hand, was a little embarrassed.

"Ahem, Sidanfang, there's a misunderstanding here. We were framed back then. Even if you don't believe Kisuke, you should believe me. I'm back this time to prove my innocence and open the door. Consider it a favor I owe you."

"For the sake of our past acquaintance, don't say I didn't warn you... Once you step into Seireitei, you will die."

Si Danfang said very seriously.

"Well, don't worry~ Yoruichi and I are very strong, and the lady next to me is also a master. Saying we can run rampant in Seireitei is a bit of an exaggeration, but we can definitely protect ourselves~"

Seeing that his attitude had softened, Kisuke Urahara quickly tried to persuade him.

Sidanbo glanced at Urahara Kisuke.

"Everyone says you're very smart, but I think that's a bit of an exaggeration."

"?"

Kisuke Urahara looked at Yoruichi with a puzzled expression.

"What does it mean?"

"Perhaps they think we underestimated the Seireitei's defenses?"

As he spoke, Si Danfang used his arms to slowly lift the heavy city gate.

Upon seeing this, Yoruichi shouted, "Thanks! Jidanbo!"

Orihime bowed to him in thanks, but she didn't notice the strange look in Jidanbo's eyes.

The three quickly passed through the barrier and arrived at the other side of the door.

However, as soon as they entered, they felt a terrifying spiritual pressure coming towards them.

"ah……"

A man, as venomous as a snake, strolled over.

He smiled and said to the three people who looked surprised and suspicious, "Should I say... welcome?"

"he is……"

"Gin Ichimaru, the captain of the Third Division who reported Rukia."

Yoruichi explained in a deep voice.

"Although we anticipated your arrival, you alone can't stop us, so who else... come out."

Kisuke Urahara, who had previously appeared somewhat frivolous, strode forward, displaying remarkable calmness and composure.

But what happened next made it hard for him to stay calm and composed.

"As expected of the first director of the Technology Development Bureau, his mind is so sharp that he doesn't seem like a pure technician."

boom!

A firm and powerful voice and pace.

A tall figure, wearing a wooden hood and resembling a warrior, descended from the sky.

"Seventh Division Captain, Komamura Sajin."

Before Orihime could ask, Yoruichi offered her explanation.

In her view, these are all common sense things that must be understood.

"The wicked who violated justice were executed before the gates of Seireitei. It is such a beautiful sight that I was unable to witness. How tragic and lamentable..."

A dark-skinned man followed, like a dark cloud.

"Captain of the Ninth Division, Kaname Tosen..."

At this point, Yoruichi's and even Kisuke Urahara's expressions changed.

But that's not all—

"It's really infuriating that they actually dared to walk in so openly."

The white-haired youth appeared, his face tense, as he gripped the hilt of a sword behind his back.

Those who trample on order will inevitably be punished by order.

A haughty and aloof young nobleman arrived gracefully, accompanied by an angry red-haired adjutant.

"Urahara Kisuke...! I will definitely kill you with my own hands, you bastard!"

Upon seeing these three people, Yoruichi's first reaction was not to reveal their identities, but to turn her head and look at the Sidanfang.

The latter carried the city gate on his back, his expression self-righteous.

It's as if they're saying, "I warned you."

"A trap...?"

With five captains blocking the door, Kisuke Urahara couldn't think of any other explanation for this treatment besides a "trap."

"Not only did they anticipate our return, but they also specifically instructed Sidanfang to open the gates and let us in... Did they intend to annihilate us in one fell swoop?"

"Sidanfang! You idiot, close the door right now!"

A sharp rebuke came from afar.

Upon hearing this voice, Yoruichi completely abandoned the idea of ​​fighting.

They grabbed Orihime and ran away.

"——Kisuke!"

"Cry, Hongji!"

Kisuke Urahara decisively unleashed his Zanpakuto, unleashing a crimson blade of light that scattered the oncoming cherry blossoms. He then released several Kido techniques to slightly hinder the attacks of the others. After doing all this, he turned and ran without looking back.

Are you kidding me? Fighting five... no, six captains here, once the city gates are closed, it'll really be like beating a dog inside a closed door, a trapped beast fighting desperately.

"hateful!"

Soi Fon, who arrived late, turned pale with anger when she saw the familiar figure disappear.

"The five captains didn't even manage to leave a single one of them behind. And you, Sidanfang, couldn't you hurry up and block their retreat?"

"This was Aizen's suggestion, which was adopted by the Captain-Commander... Just drive them away. If they are forced into a corner, unpredictable changes will occur, thus interfering with the normal execution process."

Toshiro patiently explained.

"To let the escaped criminals walk right into the trap... Clearly, the 46th Bureau's intentions have been achieved."

"A month-long probation period is enough for him to prepare thoroughly, so he won't easily give up on retrieving the 'Hogyoku'."

"What we need to do is to guard the Seireitei, adopt a steady defensive posture, and bring the Urahara gang, who have exposed their whereabouts and exhausted their means, to justice after the execution is completed."

"Everyone must remain calm and not be misled by it or abandon their posts."

Click.

Byakuya sheathed his Zanpakuto without a word and left with Renji, whose expression was gloomy.

"Oh my, as expected of the captain of the 10th Division... unexpectedly mature and composed. If I were a criminal, I would never want to encounter such a freak; it would be extremely troublesome. Is there any way to make this kind of person less scary? I need to think about it carefully. After all... this might become a tactic used by the enemy. If I can think of it in advance, I can take precautions."

Gin Ichimaru didn't even glance at them, but instead praised Toshiro highly, though it was hard to detect any goodwill in his tone.

"Ichimaru..."

Toshiro frowned, wanting to say something, but the other person shook his head and left, his posture inexplicably like a venomous snake preparing to launch a probing attack, making him somewhat uneasy, so he had to rush back to the barracks first.

Tosen Kaname and Komamura Sajin also left together.

...The one that survived to the end was Soi Fon.

She stood on the inside of the door, yet felt as if she were all alone, locked out.

His frail figure looked rather forlorn.

But her blood was incredibly hot.

The emotions she had been holding back kept surging up, making her unable to resist doing something.

then……

The Second Division's barracks are located in the stone forest behind the mountain.

boom!

A deafening explosion rang out.

Soi Fon wore a sleeveless, backless combat uniform, with high-density, blazing white spiritual pressure wrapped around her hands, feet, and shoulders, making her capable of causing immense destruction with every move.

In fact, every move is comparable to a high-level Kido.

It wouldn't be an exaggeration to call it a humanoid ghost cannon that combines ammunition with physical strength and spiritual power.

Within a radius of several kilometers, it is almost impossible to find a single intact rock column.

Despite this terrifying destructive power, a figure moved through the smoke and dust almost unharmed.

It was none other than the Four Palaces Venerable.

"Captain Soi Fon doesn't seem to be in a good mood. How about we call it a day? You've already completed your 'Instant Throw,' haven't you?"

"Noisy!"

A figure flashed by like lightning.

While skillfully dodging, Shinomiya-sama said, "I sensed a large amount of spiritual pressure gathering at the White Path Gate. Brother Kurosaki sent me a message asking what happened, and I told him that an acquaintance from the mortal world had come to visit."

"That's a thief! A wandering monster that brings disaster to Soul Society... And when did you become so good at hiding!"

Soi Fon's rapid, relentless attacks were interspersed with earnest, clenched-teeth rebukes.

"After all, my Instant Step isn't anything special; its only redeeming quality is its 'stability'... That being said, having just one advantage is enough."

Shinomiya-zun abruptly slapped away Soi Fon's attacking right fist, then turned and delivered a back whip kick.

Soi Fon is still somewhat incredulous that she can withstand the "Instant Boom" attack to a certain extent with just her bare hands and spiritual pressure. Although she has witnessed it many times, she still finds it hard to believe.

The anger in my heart subsided a bit, and I regained my composure.

But it was too late.

Even though she leaned forward and ducked in time to dodge the back kick, she used her hands to push herself up and flipped over, then brought her heel down like a knife, her attack incredibly fierce and swift.

The Four Palaces Lords, however, had already retreated a step ahead of time.

The insights he gained from Shihouin Senri greatly improved the stability of Shunpo, allowing him to perform any movement with ease.

When applied to close combat or even hand-to-hand fighting, this advantage demonstrates superior physical coordination. Even if one's movements are slower than the opponent's, one can still strike first after being caught off guard, evade the opponent, and then launch a counterattack.

It is almost impossible to fail, especially when the opponent is distracted.

Offensively, Shinomiya no Mikoto has yet to develop his full potential.

But for now, it can be considered... a top-notch self-defense technique!

When Soi Fon regained her footing and came into view of Shinomiya-sama, the first thing she saw was a blade of light that was stunning no matter how many times she saw it.

For a moment.

Soi Fon felt like she was already dead.

"Do you feel a sense of relief?"

The four palace masters loosened their grip on the hilt of their swords.

That posture didn't look like someone who had drawn a sword and swung it.

"..."

Soi Fon took a deep breath.

Although I don't want to admit it, the turbulent emotions churning inside me... were indeed abandoned the moment I instinctively sensed death.

It was as if she was proving that the things troubling her were insignificant compared to life itself.

"Thanks……"

Snapped.

Something fell to the ground.