Back then, these nobles forced ordinary people into arenas to fight Hollows. They thought it was entertainment.
In this case, Uehara Shiroha didn't mind fulfilling their wish and giving them a chance to have close contact with Hollows. This was exactly what they deserved.
"You really are a domineering man," Yoruichi observed, noting how much Shiroha despised these nobles. A faint smile played at the corners of her lips, acknowledging his ruthless justice.
His will had become the rule now. Being disliked by this man meant death for those people. Before this, only those nobles had the right to decide others' fates according to their preferences.
The Soul Society was about to change.
Of course, deep down, she didn't care about any of this. While she wouldn't celebrate when these people met misfortune, she certainly wouldn't feel sad either. If it weren't for her family obligations, she would've never followed Soul Society's rules.
In fact, to save her companions, Yoruichi had broken those rules—a betrayal of her own aristocratic class, in a way.
Shiroha continued, "If you really care about whether those people live or die... then from now on, you don't have to concern yourself with it. Because this matter is over." His tone was final, brooking no further discussion on the subject.
Among his several lovers, Yoruichi was the free-spirited one. The other beauties had been conquered by Shiroha's charm. Of course, Yoruichi was no different in that regard.
It's just that initially, she had schemes against him. Later, she became addicted to his company.
Yoruichi felt helpless about the situation. On one hand, she had no choice; on the other, facing a man like Shiroha made it difficult not to be tempted. For those who pursued power, strength itself was incredibly attractive. What's more, this man's confidence provided a unique sense of security.
Next, Yoruichi didn't rush to leave Hueco Mundo but instead accompanied Shiroha to watch the final battle between Ichigo and Ulquiorra.
Of course, Shiroha could simultaneously use his Observation Haki to monitor the situation on Sokyoku Hill.
Yoruichi's spiritual perception wasn't that strong, making it difficult for her to sense Ichigo's battle situation from afar.
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Meanwhile, in the laboratory of the Eighth Espada Szayelaporro, Mayuri Kurotsuchi sensed the violent Reiatsu fluctuations in the distance and the occasional thunderous roars. He complained unhappily:
"What barbarians. They only know how to fight with brute force. I can't even concentrate on thinking." His painted face contorted with annoyance as he hunched over various instruments.
These Arrancars in Hueco Mundo were indeed unique in their ability to manipulate space and create Garganta.
For the moment, Mayuri had no immediate way to break the spatial blockade and create a new Garganta.
Standing next to him were Unohana and Isane Kotetsu, who had just arrived.
"Captain Kurotsuchi, how long will it take to break the blockade?" Unohana asked while watching the place where Zaraki and Yammy were fighting.
Sure enough, after being overpowered by Shiroha, Zaraki had indeed become stronger. And she had become stronger too.
The once boring world had become lively again. The road she thought had reached its end actually stretched out further. Her world had changed.
Mayuri looked up at Unohana, his pupils shrinking beneath his mask. He explained honestly, contrary to his usual behavior:
"Although this laboratory contains the information I need about spatial channels, such as how to reopen the Garganta, there are simply too many materials on spatial research. Moreover, their research is somewhat more advanced than I anticipated."
In truth, it wasn't just "somewhat" more advanced.
Aizen and Szayelaporro had been desperately studying spatial power, as if something had frightened them into it.
On one hand, Mayuri needed time to find useful information; on the other, he genuinely needed some time to think before he could catch up to their progress.
He couldn't understand why these Hollows were obsessed with Garganta and spatial transmission research, as if they were terrified of something.
Thinking about this, an ordinary-looking face flashed through Mayuri's mind.
Could it be Shiroha?
He was certain that Shiroha had caused significant damage to Hueco Mundo. These powerful Hollows having PTSD seemed normal under the circumstances.
Just like Captain Unohana standing before him—after merely meeting Shiroha, her aura and Reiatsu had become awe-inspiring. That hidden coldness made him cautious, afraid to act recklessly.
He knew something of this woman's history. Though specific details were scarce, she was clearly not someone to provoke.
From the looks of it, she had been irritated by Shiroha and probably taught a severe lesson.
Shiroha was that kind of person. Before him, all beings were equal—being a captain meant nothing.
Mayuri could only sigh inwardly: "This Shiroha is truly a disaster! Nothing good happens to anyone who gets involved with him. Fortunately, I haven't offended him yet."
Isane also looked at her captain with concern.
For some reason, after returning from her mission, her captain had been injured. The injury wasn't serious, but Captain Unohana seemed strangely satisfied with it.
Because of this satisfaction, the coldness hidden deep in her captain's heart had awakened. The current Captain Unohana was simply terrifying!
No wonder even the arrogant Captain Kurotsuchi was cautious when facing her, behaving less haughtily than usual.
At this moment, after some subtle adjustments, Unohana regained her usual dignified and calm appearance, and continued to ask:
"How long will it take to open the passage? The captain needs our support!"
The battle with Shiroha was far from over.
But now wasn't the time to dwell on such things. She was deeply concerned about Karakura Town.
Even with the Gotei 13's targeted arrangements, it wasn't safe. Aizen's scheming and his Kyōka Suigetsu made everything extremely difficult.
However, remembering the oath she'd made in the past, Unohana suppressed her killing intent and abandoned the idea of taking action personally. She needed to conserve her energy and Reiatsu for healing.
As the captain of the Fourth Division, saving lives was her duty.
"It can't be done quickly. Hueco Mundo's spatial seal is exceedingly complex," Mayuri said seriously. "I have to reopen the Garganta to connect to Karakura Town. But the Hollow's Garganta is very different from the Shinigami's Senkaimon. It took Urahara more than ten years to complete the reconstruction of the Garganta. Moreover, Aizen sealed Hueco Mundo's space with a special seal, adding something unique to it."