Bleach: Getting Stronger Starting from Teaching at the Spiritual Arts Academy

Shiba Isshin's horizontal slash missed, failing to strike Aizen Sousuke.

Aizen Sousuke quickly flipped over and kicked Shiba Isshin, knocking him to the ground.

"What a powerful move! I almost lost." Aizen Sousuke walked over and helped Shiba Isshin up.

"If only it were faster!" Shiba Isshin said, getting up from the ground in frustration.

He also felt that if he had been a little faster, he could have struck Aizen Sousuke.

"Sousuke, stop trying to coax him." July couldn't help but chuckle.

He could see clearly that the spiritual pressure shockwave from just now could at most have pushed Aizen Sousuke back a few steps, it couldn't have sent him flying this far.

Shiba Isshin's subsequent actions were all planned by Aizen Sousuke.

"It is indeed somewhat unexpected that such a spiritual pressure shockwave can be generated with just a flick of the finger. Isshin's Hakuda has improved again."

Aizen Sousuke felt somewhat helpless.

Based on his way of doing things, he actually didn't want to stand out or attract attention.

But his teacher always exposed his attempts to hide his true strength, making it impossible for him to continue concealing it.

Besides Isshin Shiba, Lisa Yadomaru, Isane Kotetsu, Sōya Azajo, and Sajin Komamura also fell to Aizen Sōsuke.

While sparring with wooden swords doesn't represent his full strength, this feat was enough to make others realize Aizen Sousuke's power.

"Looks like this move isn't enough to defeat Sousuke!" Shiba Isshin's confidence remained undiminished, and he said confidently, "Next time I'll definitely come up with a move that can defeat Sousuke!"

Shiba Isshin has a carefree personality and is not someone who will be discouraged by failure.

"I have a general understanding of your strengths," July said with a light laugh. "Your progress is quite good."

"Sousuke and Isshin's swordsmanship is very solid. You are on the right track."

"Zuo Zhen's Shunpo and Kido still need some polishing."

"Souya, Lisa, and Yuzune, although you are younger, my expectations for you will not be lowered."

"Next..."

"I will guide you in the practice of blade Zen."

"I hope you can master your Shikai before the 'True Sword Competition' begins!"

"Blade Zen training?" Kotetsu Isane asked curiously. "Didn't we learn that at the Spirit Arts Academy?"

They had already learned Blade Zen meditation at the Spiritual Arts Academy and knew how to communicate with Asauchi.

“My guidance is naturally different from what is taught at the Spirit Arts Academy.” July can use the ‘Blade Zen Experience’ to help her disciples deepen their connection with their Zanpakuto and accelerate their communication with them.

"Is this year's 'True Sword Tournament' about to begin?" Shiba Isshin's attention was focused on the 'True Sword Tournament,' and he was already itching to participate. "Let's participate in the 'True Sword Tournament' together! Let me see your full strength!"

"Can first-year students participate?" Komamura Sajin didn't know much about this.

Aizen Sousuke hesitated, wondering whether he should participate in this round of the 'True Sword Tournament'.

Participating in this kind of competition is just too attention-grabbing.

"The winner of this 'True Sword Competition' will be qualified to challenge official Shinigami officers and vice-captains. If they can gain the judges' approval during the challenge, they can graduate early," July said. "I hope you will all participate in this 'True Sword Competition,' as it is a rare opportunity for training."

"The winner gets a chance to graduate directly?!" Lisa Yadomaru exclaimed in surprise. "If I win, wouldn't I be able to graduate in my first year?!"

"Little Lisa, are you that confident? But you might be disappointed. This time, the winner will definitely be me!" Shiba Isshin laughed loudly.

"If we participate in the 'Real Sword Competition,' won't we have to fight against the senior students?" Mochishiro Shuang was also a little unsure.

“Even if you encounter those upperclassmen now, you will still be able to put up a fight,” July said with a smile. “Moreover, I will be guiding you in ‘Blade Zen Training’ next. If you can master the initial release, you should be able to rank among the top students.”

...

Back in the lab, July brought up the 'real sword duel' with Aizen Sousuke again.

"I want to use the Mirror Flower Water Moon technique in the 'True Sword Competition'?" Aizen Sousuke didn't expect his teacher to make such a request.

“Only on occasions like this do the nobles gather together,” July said.

"Noble... Teacher, do you intend to deal with the Tsuna-Yashiro family?" Aizen Sousuke quickly understood his teacher's meaning.

The moment Tsunayo attacked Kana Azuma and Uta, she forged an irreconcilable conflict with the Shikatori Dojo.

Aizen Sousuke could guess that his teacher would not let the matter rest, but his teacher's approach was even more radical than he had anticipated.

“This is a rare opportunity. With the help of the ability of Kyoka Suigetsu, no one can blame us for this,” July said softly. “If we don’t get rid of the Tsunayo family soon, they might take advantage of me to attack the people at the Shikatori Dojo later.”

In July, Tsunayoshiro and Tsunayoshiro Tokina were eliminated, and there was no possibility of reconciliation between the two sides.

The Tsunayo family will not let this go. They are like a venomous snake lurking in the side, ready to bite once they find an opportunity.

He himself is not afraid of the Tsunayo family, but he has many disciples in Soul Society. The Tsunayo family has considerable power in Soul Society, and he might be framed by them at any time.

Just like the time when Kagura was made difficult by the Kido Clan, if it weren't for Nanatsu's good relationship with Hachigen Ushōda and Yoruichi Shihōin's help, Kagura would have been transferred to Hueco Mundo.

Even without interference from others, a newcomer entering Hueco Mundo has a high attrition rate.

“I understand.” Aizen Sousuke nodded. “I will do my best in the ‘True Sword Tournament’.”

Aizen Sousuke originally didn't want to shine too brightly in the 'True Sword Tournament', but since it concerned the safety of the dojo, he couldn't ignore it.

...

Two weeks later, the True Sword Competition of the True Central Spiritual Arts Academy began.

The real sword competition is divided into three stages.

The first stage is the selection stage, which selects students with good abilities and grants them the qualification to participate in the competition.

In the second stage, the participating students will compete to determine the top eight and top four.

The third stage is a competition with many Grim Reapers and noble spectators.

In this stage, the winners will be selected from the top four students to compete against the guest teachers.

Aizen Sousuke, Shiba Isshin, Yadomaru Lisa, Kotetsu Isane, Azashiro Sōya, and Komamura Sajin arrived at the registration area.

"So you really want to participate. Fill out the form." Duanmu Zongjie naturally recognized the leader's disciple.

After the group filled out the forms, Duanmu Zongjie took a look and exclaimed in surprise, "No way, the three of you..."

"They've already mastered Shikai so quickly!" Duanmu Zongjie rubbed his eyes and looked at Aizen Sousuke and the others in disbelief.

He saw that Aizen Sousuke, Shiba Isshin, and Komamura Sajin's forms indicated that they had learned Shikai.

After undergoing special training in 'Blade Zen Training', Shiba Isshin and Komamura Sajin have already mastered Shikai, while Yadomaru Lisa, Kotetsu Isane, and Azumashiro Sōya are still lacking in skill.

"Thanks to your guidance, teacher," Aizen Sousuke said with a smile.

“I think your teacher is a weirdo too. All the good students end up with him!” Duanmu Zongjie said, unable to understand.

Students who learn Shikai in their first year are extremely rare in the entire history of the Spirit Arts Academy, yet three have appeared at once.

"Your strength is definitely enough to pass, but I still have to test your abilities according to the rules." Duanmu Zongjie picked up the Zanpakuto on the table and said confidently, "I'm the referee for your later matches! You three have learned Shikai, so go easy on me, or you'll embarrass me!"

With so many students watching, Duanmu Zongjie wasn't sure about their strength, so he gave them a heads-up beforehand.

Duanmu Zongjie's straightforwardness left the others speechless for a moment.

Even Shiba Isshin, who had originally wanted to show off his skills, couldn't help but scratch his head.

"Whoever can make me move out of this position passes. Who wants to go first?" Duanmu Zongjie stood on the arena, signaling them to act quickly.

"I'll go first," Komamura Sajin decided to set an example for the others.

Looking at the towering figure standing before him, nearly three meters tall, Duanmu Zongjie felt a sudden waning in his grip on the knife.

Komamura Sajin decided to complete the test in the simplest way possible.

"Drink!" Komamura Sajin drew his sword and slashed at Duanmu Zongjie.

clang! ! !

The simple, unadorned strike made Duanmu Zongjie feel a lightness in his hand.

Duanmu Zongjie's Zanpakuto had already flown out of his hand.

"???"

Duanmu Zongjie gripped his numb hand in shock, "How can you be so strong?!"

"...I'm sorry...Teacher Duanmu..." Komamura Sajin was also somewhat surprised and said uncertainly, "Perhaps it's because my strength has increased a lot after I completed my Shikai training, I didn't expect the power of the slash to be so great."

"Did you just learn Shikai...? I forgive you." Duanmu Zongsuke forgave Komamura Sajin. After learning Shikai, his strength increased dramatically, so it was normal that he couldn't control his power well.

"You knocked my Zanpakuto away, so you've passed the test. Next." Duanmu Zongjie became serious. There were two more freaks behind him who had learned Shikai.

The commotion had attracted a crowd of students, and he couldn't afford to embarrass himself any further.

The next one to come up was Yadomaru Lisa, which made Duanmu Zongjie feel relieved.

Lisa Yadomaru hasn't mastered Shikai yet, so she's not considered a supermodel.

"Come on, let me see how strong Shikatori-sensei's disciple is!" Duanmu Zongsuke signaled Yadomaru Lisa to launch an attack.

"Instant Strike!" Yadomaru Lisa took half a step forward.

Duanmu Zongjie's eyes narrowed. Here it comes, the beginner's move of Shikatori-ryu!

For experienced teachers, the instantaneous attacks unleashed by the students are actually quite easy to block.

Duanmu Zongjie had already raised his Zanpakuto in advance, blocking the attack range of Shunji.

However, Yadomaru Lisa suddenly thrust out with her left hand, which was pressing down on the blade.

Pointing sword!

Duanmu Zongjie's eyes widened instantly. The spiritual pressure blade was aimed at his lower body, but his sword was already raised, and there was no time to defend.

Duanmu Zongjie had no choice but to lift his leg and take half a step back to dodge the attack of the spiritual pressure blade.

Duanmu Zongjie's face flushed red. He had actually been fooled by a mere student!

However, he had already backed down half a step; according to the rules, he had to let Yadomaru Lisa pass the test.

"You passed. What bad luck! There were so many registration points, how did I end up here!" Duanmu Zongjie sighed. "Next!"

Duanmu Zongjie felt that he shouldn't be here.

Chapter 239 Test

Next up for the test is Kotetsu Isane.

Duanmu Zongjie looked at Kotetsu Isane, who was almost taller than him, and immediately became serious.

For most sword styles, being tall is a significant advantage.

An inch shorter is an inch more dangerous; an inch longer is an inch stronger.

Tall people usually have longer arms, which means they can swing a knife a greater distance.

"Please give me your guidance, Teacher Duanmu!" Kotetsu Yongyin bowed respectfully.

"Come on!" Duanmu Zongjie gripped the hilt of his sword with both hands, assuming a standard swordsmanship stance.

"Drink!" Kotetsu Isane lunged forward, raised his sword, and swiftly unleashed a lightning strike.

Kotetsu Isane has focused on the backsword technique in recent years, and his backsword skills are no less than those of ordinary members of the Fourth Division, but his swordsmanship is only average.

However, his swordsmanship is only average, and he is only compared to his fellow students at the Shikatori Dojo.

If placed among the students of the Spirit Arts Academy, they would not be underestimated!

"clang--!!!"

Duanmu Zongjie leaned forward slightly and raised his Zanpakuto to block Kotetsu Isane's attack.

"Good, not bad!" Duanmu Zongjie's eyes lit up as he felt the power coming from the Zanpakuto.

This is exactly how an "excellent student" should behave!

Duanmu Zongjie's Zanpakuto's spiritual pressure surged, causing Kotetsu Isane to be forced back.

The test was to make Duanmu Zongjie move if he passed, so he couldn't get too close to the innkeeper for too long, otherwise the innkeeper could easily force him to move by means other than a knife.

He needs to keep the students at a safe distance from him.

Kotetsu Isane was knocked back by the distance and took several steps back.