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

The vortex of flames in the air instantly disintegrated, and the burning petals and blades were knocked away and scattered everywhere.

"They actually blasted through my 'Flame Blade Storm' with a pure spiritual pressure slash."

Kuchiki Byakuya realized the gap between them. He thought that after mastering Shikai, the gap between them would not be so big. However, the techniques he painstakingly developed were still no match for Zaraki Aten.

The difference in spiritual pressure between the two is too great. The strength that Ken Zaraki is currently displaying is no less than that of a captain-level powerhouse.

"What a strange guy!" Kuchiki Byakuya recalled Senbonzakura and said helplessly, "Sometimes the spiritual pressure he senses is about the same as mine, or even weaker, but today it has risen to such a terrifying level!"

"Ah Jian has something to do later, so he asked the teacher to help him prepare."

Kusajishi Yachiru has changed positions and is now standing under the eaves.

The red maple tree was affected by Byakuya Kuchiki's attack, and its canopy was on fire.

"Are you trying to destroy the teacher's dojo?!"

An angry shout came from the courtyard wall.

The group looked up and saw Yoruichi Shihouin, wearing a captain's haori, standing on the courtyard wall.

"Ruined!!!"

Kuchiki Byakuya then noticed that he had set his teacher and grandmaster's beloved red maple tree on fire.

The fiery red glow of the maple tree seemed to faintly illuminate his tragic future.

In the chaos, Byakuya Kuchiki drew his sword once more.

The blades transformed into waves, rushing towards the flames on the red maple tree.

The flames were extinguished by the surge of the blade, but the canopy of the red maple tree was completely bald, leaving only some sparse branches.

"How did you even think of using 'Wavebreaker' to put out the fire?" Yoruichi Shihouin sighed, rubbing her forehead. "You're really finished now."

"Is it too late for me to run now?"

Cold sweat broke out on Kuchiki Byakuya's forehead.

"The teacher doesn't have time to deal with you right now, so take this opportunity to run away!" Yoruichi Shihouin turned to Kenpachi Zaraki, "Kenpachi Kuruyashiki is back, are you ready?"

Yhwach went into Hell and then fell silent. The Hell Expeditionary Force has yet to find any trace of Yhwach.

Even with the drug to combat hellfire, the Grim Reapers are still not used to spending too much time in hell.

However, with the Shadow Portal technology, it wouldn't be difficult for the Hell Expeditionary Force to return to Soul Society from Hell.

Therefore, every now and then, some Shinigami will return to Soul Society to rest for a period of time.

Kenpachi Kuruyashiki was one of those who returned.

But his return to Soul Society this time wasn't because he was tired of being in Hell.

Hell is filled with countless evil and powerful figures for him to chop down; for a battle maniac like him, hell is practically paradise!

I'm back this time because someone wants to challenge Kenpachi's position.

"I was ready a long time ago. I even fought with the teacher all night last night!"

Kensuke Zaraki grinned.

He's the one who's going to challenge Kenpachi!

He wants to defeat Kenpachi Kuruyashiki and take the name of Kenpachi!

Chapter 412 Kenpachi's Challenger

In front of the Technology Development Bureau, there is a structure shaped like a torii gate.

This is the 'Gate of the Sun' that the Grim Reapers copied; it is the core hub for building the Shadow Space passage.

The Quincy's spiritual technology also has many merits, and the Shinigami don't have much reservations about using the Quincy's spiritual technology.

However, the Grim Reapers still made some modifications to conform to the style of Seireitei, making the Sun Gate into a torii-shaped design.

"The signal from over there has arrived. Let's open the 'Gateway to Another World'."

July glanced at the notification that popped up on the spiritual light screen and signaled Ajin to open the 'Gate of Interdimensional Connection'.

Ajin and three other researchers dressed in white coats stepped forward and activated the 'Gateway'.

"Matching signal source..."

"Verification successful. It was sent by Kenpachi Kuruyashiki."

"Lock coordinates, open the passage!"

A pitch-black crack appeared in the middle of the 'Gateway to the Realm'.

A moment later, a figure appeared in the dark crack.

Kenpachi Kuruyashiki stepped across the rift and onto the land of Soul Society.

Then, more Death Slayers emerged from behind him.

"You've all had a tough time; the environment in hell is just too harsh."

Seeing the exhausted faces of the Shinigami behind Kenpachi Kuruyashiki, July comforted them, "The Fifth Division has prepared special allowances for everyone, which will be distributed to you in the next couple of days."

The environment in Hell is harsh, and the Grim Reapers stationed there receive special allowances.

The Hell Expedition has not yet found any trace of Yhwach, but it has not been without success over the years.

According to some information found in ancient texts, there are three seals in Hell, which respectively seal the Zanpakuto, consciousness, and part of the power of the Lord of Hell.

The Hell Expeditionary Force has now located the three seals, but has also discovered a problem—

The seal that contained the consciousness of hell has been destroyed!

The Hell Expeditionary Force has now stationed troops at the other two sealed locations to wait for Yhwach and the Lord of Hell to break the seals.

"Captain Shikatori, it's been a long time!"

Kenpachi Kuruyashiki doesn't look much different.

"Long time no see. I'm really sorry to trouble you this time. I even had to bring you back from hell."

"It's alright, I was going to bring these people back anyway." Kenpachi Kuruyashiki laughed loudly. "Besides, accepting challenges is Kenpachi's duty. How can a Shinigami who doesn't even dare to accept challenges be qualified to continue bearing the name Kenpachi!"

Having taken on the name Kenpachi, one must be prepared to accept challenges from others.

If someone challenges and defeats Kenpachi, they can take away his Kenpachi title!

"I heard that the brat who wants to challenge me is a disciple you took in later?" Kenpachi Kuruyashiki was somewhat curious about the Shinigami who wanted to challenge him. "Only ten years have passed, and he has grown to the point where he can challenge Kenpachi?"

Kenpachi Kuruyashiki is still on a mission in Hell, and it's impossible for him to come back just because some random passerby wants to challenge him.

If you want to challenge Kenpachi Kuruyashiki when he's not in Soul Society, you'll first have to get past the 11th Division's lieutenant and seat officer.

The Shinigami who is going to challenge Kenpachi Kuruyashiki has already defeated the 11th Division's lieutenant and seat officer!

That is why Kenpachi Kuruyashiki took advantage of the change of personnel in the Hell Expeditionary Force to return to Soul Society to accept the challenge.

“Ah Jian is very strong. If you are careless, the title of Kenpachi may change hands.” July smiled.

With him in charge this time, Kenpachi's safety and that of Kenpachi Zaraki are not in danger.

"You think highly of him? Then I'm even more excited!" Kenpachi Kuruyashiki stroked his chin, looking forward to the upcoming battle.

"You just got back, do you want to rest for a bit?"

"No need. I haven't done much these past few days. I've been stationed at the sealed area recently, and the villains in the vicinity all run away when they see me."

"I'm afraid that in the eyes of those evil people, you are the evil one!"

"Hahaha, that's very possible!"

"Then let's go straight to the Eleventh Division. Don't worry about this place, Akin will help handle it."

A moment later, the two arrived at the Eleventh Division.

News of Kenpachi's challenge had already reached the Eleventh Division, and the Shinigami of the Eleventh Division had all gathered in the largest courtyard of the Eleventh Division.

"team leader!"

Kenpachi Kuruyashiki has been the captain of the 11th Division for a long time and is quite prestigious in the division. When the Shinigami saw their captain whom they hadn't seen for a long time, they all bowed to him.

"Long time no see everyone!"

"Wu Zhu, thank you for your hard work these past few days!"

Kenpachi Kuruyashiki patted the former vice-captain on the shoulder.

However, Gosuke is no longer the vice-captain. According to the ranking rules of the 11th Division, Ken Zaraki defeated Gosuke, and he is now the vice-captain of the 11th Division.

"Captain...I'm sorry...I was defeated." The fifth assistant and third seat looked guilty. "If I hadn't lost, the captain wouldn't have had to rush back to meet the challenge."

Although Gosuke lost to Kenzaraki, he didn't think Kenzaraki could defeat the captain, so he felt that bringing the captain back was a waste of time.

"Don't be discouraged. It's just a temporary victory or defeat. Losing doesn't mean you won't have a chance to win back in the future." Kenpachi Kuruyashiki shook his head. "Even if no one challenges me, I will bring someone back soon. You don't need to blame yourself."

A moment later, Kenpachi's challenger arrived.

Furthermore, there were also some spectators in the Eleventh Division.

All the other disciples from July came to watch the battle, and Retsu Unohana also came.

"Is Captain Unohana also interested in this battle?" Nanatsu asked knowingly.

"I just want to see how well Mr. Shikatori has polished this rough gem."

Unohana Retsu's expression was somewhat complicated.

This unpolished gem, which she had once held in high regard, inexplicably sealed itself away.

When she went to the Spiritual Arts Academy to give a lecture, she saw Ken Zaraki, who was taking a general education course at the academy, and almost thought she had mistaken him for someone else.

Her former rivals, who were once evenly matched with her, were now fighting back and forth with students from the Spirit Arts Academy, leaving her feeling utterly bored.

"Teacher, do you think Ken can win?" Yoruichi asked.

"If this battle goes on for a while, I'm more optimistic about A-Jian. He's the type who gets stronger as the battle goes on."

July chuckled.

Kensuke Zaraki's talent is quite peculiar.

Over the years, I haven't learned a single aspect of the Ghost Path.

The same applies to the Demonic Sword Technique.

However, he has mastered swordsmanship techniques that do not involve demonic arts very well.

Last night, he also put some pressure on Kenjiro, breaking some of his self-imposed restrictions.

Even now, Kenpachi Zaraki might not be without a chance of winning against Kenpachi Kuruyashiki.

The Shinigami of the Eleventh Division cleared the space and formed a circle around the edge of the yard.

Kenpachi Kuruyashiki and Kenzaburo Zaraki walked to the center of the courtyard.

Kenpachi Kuruyashiki sensed a kindred spirit in Kenzaburo Zaraki, an aura possessed only by warlike individuals. Moreover, the frenzied battle spirit emanating from Kenzaburo Zaraki was no less than that of Kenzaburo himself, who had just returned from hell.

"So you're the challenger this time?" Kenpachi Kuruyashiki's lips curled up slightly. "You look pretty impressive!"

Chapter 413 Kenpachi from Zaraki

"Ken Zaraki actually managed to withstand the captain's attack!"

The Grim Reapers, arranged in a circle, were watching the two rapidly flashing figures in the center.

clang--

Kenpachi Kuruyashiki parried the incoming sword and engaged in a grappling match with Kenzaburo Zaraki.

He felt that coming back this time was the right decision.

This is an opponent he can have a good fight with!

"Not bad, but not enough!"

With a low shout, Kenpachi Kuruyashiki unleashed a surge of spiritual pressure, pressing down on Kenpachi Zaraki's sword.

He then took a half step forward, pressing his body forward while quickly raising his right elbow.