Chapter 52

And.

Then he set up a series of schemes to make Rukia walk among humans using a "Gigai," hoping to fully transform her into a human.

Then destroy the Hōgyoku completely.

Unfortunately.

In the end, it failed—the Hōgyoku was stolen by Aizen, who fused the two imperfect Hōgyoku into a perfect one.

This is the difference between Aizen and Urahara.

When Urahara learned the true history of the Soul Society—that it was founded upon the Soul King—he chose to remain loyal to the Soul King.

So for anything beyond his control, like the Hōgyoku, he chose direct destruction.

But Aizen.

After learning the true history of the Soul Society, he chose to destroy the Soul King, to become supreme above heaven and earth, and create a brand-new world!

Therefore.

He became obsessed with the power of the Hōgyoku and conducted a series of experiments.

One could say.

Their differing choices led to radically different paths in life—if Urahara had chosen to destroy the Soul King too.

Then he could have easily become a second Aizen Sosuke!

Possessing the power to constantly break through limits.

…

Not long after.

The underground training ground.

Urahara Kisuke and Shihoin Yoruichi watched the receding back of Kuchiki Senya and let out a soft sigh.

"Big brother's refusal is understandable—he only wants a quiet life."

"Besides, Captain Heisuke and the others have no real connection to Senya—just casual acquaintances."

"Not intervening is only natural."

Urahara Kisuke and Shihoin Yoruichi shook their heads, "Then we'll act on our own."

"Our strength alone is enough."

…

At this moment.

Inside the Senya Pavilion.

Kuchiki Senya lay lazily on the sofa.

His eyes half-lidded.

He had refused so cleanly.

If Bai Zai, Yoruichi, Urahara, or others close to him were hurt, it would be natural for him to intervene.

But.

He barely knew Heisuke and the others—no real interaction, no bond—why should he save them?

Besides.

Yoruichi and Urahara's strength is already sufficient.

Yoruichi's Shunkō is extremely advanced; if she can't win, she can always escape.

And Urahara.

He is, without doubt, one of the most hidden characters in the original story.

In the early stages, he relied entirely on strategy, slacking off and avoiding direct combat—even during the Karakura Town battle against the Hōgyoku-fused Aizen, he never revealed his Bankai.

Never underestimate his combat power because of his intellect.

Moreover.

Even if they were expelled from the Soul Society and branded as traitors, it would still be an opportunity for growth.

As for the great traitor Aizen…

Is his existence truly a threat to the Soul Society?

Remember.

The current Soul Society is complacent, rotten to the core.

The Central 46 Chambers have made countless souls cry out in resentment.

Even Captain-Commander Yamamoto.

Has lost the sharpness of his youth, now burdened with the dull, rigid mindset of an ordinary old man.

And Aizen's emergence, his betrayal.

Though it drained the Soul Society's strength,

It also united the entire Soul Society—people's spirits were revitalized!

Aware of danger in times of peace, the Captains no longer slacked off—their power underwent transformation.

One could say.

Aizen.

Is the catfish in the "catfish effect," breathing new life into the Soul Society!

Thinking of this,

Kuchiki Senya shook his head gently and returned to watching the performances, drinking and enjoying himself.

As long as Aizen's development.

If it doesn't affect me, let him do as he pleases.

I am merely a salted fish who lies flat, slacks off, enjoys life, and becomes invincible just by drinking wine.

A few days later.

In Soul Society, an extraordinary event occurred!

Comparable to an eight-level earthquake!

The entire Seireitei trembled because of it.

Everyone rushed about in a panic, hearts filled with fear!

The Gotei 13.

Captain of the 2nd Division, Shihoin Yoruichi.

Captain of the 12th Division and Director of the Kaifa Bureau, Urahara Kisuke.

Rescued the traitors such as Hozukimaru Hozuki and fled to the Human World!

In just a few days.

The Gotei 13, at the Captain level alone, lost six members!

The number of Captains.

Directly halved!

This was an extremely heavy blow to the entire Gotei 13!

It was also a great weakening of Soul Society's overall strength!

046. He gave far too much.

At this moment.

The Gotei 13.

Was in silence, as if a gloomy cloud loomed overhead, and everyone's hearts were extremely oppressed.

Inside the meeting room.

Yamamoto's Heavy Strike leaned on his cane, his face stern, his figure even more hunched, his old yet sharp gaze sweeping over the crowd below.

Everyone doubted life itself.

In just a few short days, half of the Captains, former colleagues, were gone!

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Now.

At the Captain level.