Ichigo leaves and takes up residence in Soul Society!

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Tosen was also taken aback by Orihime's unreasonable ability.

His Bankai barrier looks thin, but it is actually not fragile. Otherwise, the opponent could just keep running in a certain direction and forcefully break through it.

as predicted.

The torn barrier was repaired in the blink of an eye, sealing the breach.

Sunlight and perception disappeared again.

This time, Orihime was mentally prepared, and thus calmed down and recalled her memories of the special training in the present world.

“…Ms. Inoue, although I have a way to master Bankai in a short period of time, I do not recommend that you use it. It is dangerous, and there is a super enhancement program that is more suitable for you.”

"...Ta-da! This is it. This is the vaccine I carefully prepared. Aren't you envious of Xiaoyu and Jintai for being so powerful at such a young age? So I extracted their spiritual particles and specially tailored an enhancement potion for you. In my opinion, your power compatibility is quite good, so you can look forward to it."

……

"...This...is quite amazing. Although I thought it would be a good match, the fact that it can amplify the ability to this extent without much increase in spiritual pressure is beyond my expectations."

"...Do I look unhappy? No, I'm actually quite happy for you, Inoue. It's just that I'm thinking about other things and can't quite smile because the feeling came too easily, like... never mind, it must be my imagination."

"...Let's talk about your abilities, Ms. Inoue. Although there are still many mysteries surrounding you, your abilities have indeed become stronger, extremely stronger...In my opinion, they are absolutely no less powerful than Bankai."

"...So when you encounter an opponent using Bankai and you don't have a good alternative, use it. With your current spiritual pressure, you should be able to handle a captain-level opponent... But I personally suggest not using it on yourself or on the enemy. After all, if the three-in-one offensive, defensive, and healing techniques like Lone Heaven Shield, Twin Heaven Shield, and Three Heaven Shield are ineffective, it's mostly because the opponent's restrictive abilities outweigh their actual combat power, preventing you from unleashing your full potential."

"Therefore, in that situation, activate the attack on the space itself—it can effectively help you escape the predicament and then deliver an unexpected and devastating blow to your opponent."

……

Tear!

The excruciating pain of the blade slicing through her body pulled Orihime back to reality.

This attack would have been fatal to a human.

However, the spiritual pressure can mitigate the damage, so it's not a big problem.

Speaking of which... why didn't the opponent stab himself with a knife?

Is it because they fear the blow won't be fatal enough, and they can use their ability to recover, or...?

The question flashed through my mind and then disappeared.

This may conceal a weakness regarding the opponent's Bankai.

But it doesn't matter anymore.

Orihime deliberately brandished her sword to intimidate her opponent, then suddenly reversed her grip on the hilt, plunging the blade deep into the ground, and softly chanted a new incantation.

"Four-day resistance shield!"

In an instant, orange-yellow light surged from the cracks in the ground, flowing like water over Orihime's feet and spreading outwards, coating the earth with a layer of gold.

However, as it reached the edge of the barrier, the light climbed up along the edge and eventually covered the inside of the barrier.

Above and below, in all directions.

The completely black oval space turned orange-yellow.

"what?!"

Tosen couldn't see it, but he could feel an unusual spiritual pressure that filled the entire space like gas.

It's like...

"I refuse!"

Accompanied by Orihime's shout.

Enma Cricket's Bankai space was burst open.

Instead, an orange-yellow barrier space was created.

"—!"

Tosen Kaname's expression changed drastically, because he realized that he had lost his hearing and spiritual pressure perception, and was left with only the tactile sensation of holding a sword.

"Did it resist and destroy my Bankai, and even reflect the ability to deprive me of my senses back at me?"

How could someone possess such an exaggerated ability?

Does this woman think she's a god?

To refuse the power that those who dare to challenge God take pride in, and then return it intact as punishment...?

at this time.

A large sword slashed down from the sky.

Orihime gritted her teeth and delivered a heavy blow to her opponent.

Although it was not my intention to harm beings other than Hollows, I had to injure them in order to save Rukia.

Their companions were too busy taking care of the wounded to chase after them.

"Ugh...!"

Blood splattered from Tosen's chest as he knelt on the ground in disbelief.

This was a stark contrast to his previous calm and collected demeanor, as if victory was already his.

"Tosen...!"

"Captain Dongxian!"

The orange-yellow barrier and the heavily injured Tosen Kaname came to an end together.

Seeing their captain (friend, respected superior) in such a miserable state, Komamura, Shuhei, and Iba were shocked.

This is how the same thing?

Why was Tosen, who directly activated his Bankai, defeated so quickly?!

"Take this...!"

Without hesitation, Komamura drew his Zanpakuto and slashed at Orihime, forcing her to leave her friend's side. He then called Iba to help watch over her.

"Komamura, I'm sorry..."

"Stop talking...Leave the rest to me."

With his mouth full of blood, Tosen collapsed into the arms of the shooting range, weak and powerless, trying to express his shame.

But Komamura interrupted him.

"You wandering maiden, your martial prowess in defeating Tosen is truly remarkable. From now on, I, this old man, will be your opponent... Divine Retribution!"

The surging spiritual pressure rose like a whirlwind.

A giant hand appeared in the air, wielding a long sword of the same size, and slashed down at Orihime along with Komamura's movements.

"A shield formed in three days!"

Orihime raised her Zanpakuto and released a triangular barrier to firmly block the powerful attack.

"If you have such skill, then... Bankai: Black Rope Heavenly Punishment Myōō!"

Komamura is also a decisive person.

Unable to break through the opponent's defense with his initial attack, he immediately unleashed his full power.

A giant warrior clad in armor rose from the ground.

It is as tall as a skyscraper.

Both Orihime and Rukia couldn't help but gasp.

Now I understand what Tosen meant by "worrying about accidentally injuring a criminal".

The giant's sword alone was as big as an entire street beneath his feet; it's unimaginable what a full-force attack would look like with added spiritual pressure.

It seems like it wouldn't take long to flatten a mountain range.

Orihime wanted to retreat, but after pulling Rukia along, she hadn't run more than a few steps when Shuhei released a high-level binding spell without saying a word.

If a dozen or so light rods were to pierce through the body, the person would be unable to move for a while.

The fact that Tosen was injured and defeated made it impossible for Shuhei, the vice-captain, to remain calm and watch.

"Since Captain Komamura's Bankai is prone to accidental injury, I will use the name of the Prison Squad 9 to apprehend the criminals first!"

However, the light rod of "Hundred Steps Barrier" was blocked by a swarm of insects that flew in from nowhere during its flight, and failed to penetrate and hit Orihime or Rukia.

"...?"

Xiu Bing's pupils contracted.

Then he and Komamura noticed that there were two more people next to each other.

Boys and girls.

My first impression was that it was anything but ordinary.

Has a unique temperament.

In addition, his spiritual pressure is also quite strong.

They are at least at the level of high-ranking officials.

But they were unfamiliar; it seemed that neither of these two figures belonged to the Gotei 13.

On the contrary, Orihime and Rukia were the first to recognize the newcomers.

"Miss Hachihara, and Mr. Rindou!"

"Weren't you the ones who were with Shinomiya and the others that day...?!"

Orihime almost wept with joy.

Rukia also breathed a sigh of relief.

Finally, reinforcements arrived.

"Hey, Orihime~ Rindou and I have been waiting for you for ages. We saw you were having so much trouble walking, so we decided to come and help you out!"

Ba Ba Yuan revealed a bright smile.

Luntang and Momo were typing on the side.

"Shall we take the rotten wood first?"

"Ok!"

Upon receiving reinforcements, Orihime's morale soared, and she nodded emphatically.

"I will stop that captain of the 7th Division!"

"Okay! Let's go!"

"Ugh! I'm going to throw up in this position...!"

Hachiya hoisted Rukia onto his shoulder and vanished in a flash.

Rindou Yoya followed, glancing at Shuhei before leaving, as if warning him not to follow.

This left the latter both shocked and furious.

"Hisagi, go after them."