"Is that all?"
The voice sounded right next to his ear, sending chills through Grimmjow's entire body.
He was already in his released form, with all his attributes greatly enhanced, and in this state, Grimmjow was usually quite confident.
Even though his instincts told him Jugram was powerful, Grimmjow still believed he could fight against him.
However, the gap was simply too vast!
His body flew backward and crashed heavily into the ground. Grimmjow stood up and launched another attack, unwilling to accept defeat.
He went all out, in an explosive state, holding nothing back.
Bang!!!
Again, he couldn't withstand a single strike, and Grimmjow was sent flying once more.
"You should take me to Aizen now."
Jugram spoke as he moved quickly toward Grimmjow.
Whether Aizen came to find him or he actively sought out Aizen made no difference to Jugram, both were means to achieve his goal.
When unable to actively locate Aizen, he could make Aizen come to him.
But if there was a way to find Aizen, there was no need to cause a commotion and draw attention.
After all, he was a Quincy, a member of the Wandenreich. Before Yhwach officially ordered an attack on Soul Society and Hueco Mundo, it was better to avoid exposure if possible.
Facing Jugram 's approach, Grimmjow's wild nature was provoked. He charged toward Jugram , determined to clash with him head-on.
Bang! Crack!!!
Grimmjow was ultimately no match for Jugram. The head-on collision with Jugram caused his arm to fracture and break directly.
But this didn't intimidate Grimmjow. Roaring with rage, he continued to launch attacks against Jugram.
Cough!
At one point, Grimmjow coughed up blood.
"This struggle is meaningless. If you were a smart and rational person, you would obediently lead the way by now. Unfortunately, judging by your behavior, you clearly are not.
"However, even so, I have methods to make you cooperate."
Jugram spoke. Although he was a relatively "peaceful" person, as the leader of the Sternritter, how could Jugram only have a noble side?
He finished speaking while looking at the blood-spitting Grimmjow, approaching him step by step, ready to employ techniques he rarely used.
When they were very close, Grimmjow suddenly raised his hand.
'Now!'
He thought to himself, having already mixed his Reiryoku with his blood as a medium, a blue-green light forming in the palm of his hand.
It was the Gran Rey Cero, a technique only the Espada could use!
This was an extremely destructive attack technique, more powerful than the Cero used by regular Hollows and Menos Grande.
At such close range, Grimmjow believed that even if Jugram was prepared, he would find it difficult to defend against this attack.
The blue-green light in Grimmjow's hand resembled a water sphere, like a balloon filled with water, rapidly expanding to engulf and consume Jugram.
'Did it work?!'
Grimmjow thought so, but in the next moment, he felt something was wrong. A sense of uneasiness made him quickly retreat.
"Although unexpected, it can hardly be called a surprise. It's just this level after all."
Jugram's voice emerged from within the light.
As the glow dissipated, Grimmjow saw Jugram standing in place, holding a shield in one hand and a sword in the other.
Clearly, the Gran Rey Cero had been easily blocked by Jugram without causing him any harm.
This made Grimmjow grow serious. The wild rage inside him gradually subsided, and he regained his composure, making a decision in his mind.
"If you have any more techniques, bring them all out. I'm giving you a chance."
Jugram spoke.
Actually, given his personality, he wasn't usually this talkative, nor would he waste so many words on an enemy.
But perhaps because Jugram had been inactive for so long, unusually, he seemed to find some amusement in playing with Grimmjow for this extended period.
Hearing Jugram's words, Grimmjow knew he was being looked down upon, even completely disregarded.
This greatly displeased the proud Grimmjow, however...
"Well? Continue? Reveal your trump card, or take me to find Sōsuke Aizen."
Jugram continued, advancing step by step toward Grimmjow with sword and shield in hand.
However...
"I'm sorry... but I can't fulfill your request!"
After saying this, Grimmjow turned and fled without any hesitation, moving extremely fast.
He was arrogant and confident, but he wasn't a fool.
Just like the previous time when he went to the Human World looking for Yhwach, he had followed Gin Ichimaru and Ulquiorra's advice not to provoke Hui.
And those who ignored warnings and provoked Hui, Barragan and Granz, had been dead for quite some time.
So, facing Jugram who was far too powerful, Grimmjow chose to flee.
This action actually surprised Jugram. He hadn't expected Grimmjow to escape so decisively, in such contrast to his previous arrogant demeanor.
"You've surprised me once again. It seems you're not just a foolish Hollow after all."
Jugram dashed forward, pursuing Grimmjow while talking to himself.
The two moved rapidly through Hueco Mundo, one chasing and one fleeing.
Jugram didn't know what Grimmjow's escape route signified.
He analyzed several possibilities in his mind, considering whether he should quickly capture Grimmjow.
As for Grimmjow, his escape route was simple.
He was heading directly toward where Aizen and the Espada resided, Las Noches.
As for why Grimmjow would flee toward Las Noches knowing that such a powerful figure as Jugram was seeking Aizen...
Perhaps it was because Las Noches was the safest place in Hueco Mundo, and his best chance for survival now lay there.
Who could say for certain?