In addition, after witnessing that Ichigo Kurosaki hadn't appeared for such a long time and the scenes being displayed were all about Yhwach, the Shinigami felt deeply worried.
[Hitsugaya Toshiro]: I haven't seen Ichigo Kurosaki for so long—what happened to him?
[Shihoin Yoruichi]: I was also knocked down from the Royal Palace, so I'm in quite a predicament. But I believe there should be a chance for recovery!
[Urahara Kisuke]: After all, since I can get you up there, I'll definitely equip you with plenty of special inventions. Yoruichi and the others should be fine.
[Ichimaru Gin]: Oh, Captain Urahara actually has such confidence. Can this desperate situation be reversed?
[Aizen Sosuke]: I also believe that Kurosaki Ichigo will not fail so quickly. I hope he won't disappoint me!
[Jugram Haschwalth]: Don't engage in such delusions. No one can stop our Wandenreich from now on!
In addition, Soul Society's worried Shinigami also discussed Yhwach's power.
"I can sense that the sniper with the large rifle is definitely not easy to deal with. Even without Ishida Uryu's attack, Kurosaki Ichigo would still be in grave danger."
Kurotsuchi Mayuri's mind worked rapidly as he analyzed with a cold tone:
"And the individual who defeated Shihoin Yoruichi and broke her arm..."
"Wearing a thick cloak—I don't know what he looks like."
"His ability seems very peculiar, not merely brute strength."
Kyoraku Shunsui placed his hand on Ukitake Jushiro's shoulder.
His inseparable companion, now frail and weak, was trembling slightly from weakness and anger.
Kyoraku Shunsui sighed and spoke earnestly:
"I didn't expect that, Jushiro, you're still..."
As someone intimately familiar with Ukitake Jushiro, Kyoraku Shunsui naturally understood the enormous risk he was taking at this moment, fighting against Yhwach.
Ukitake Jushiro, in his weakened state, truly couldn't hold on much longer.
However, Kyoraku Shunsui didn't elaborate further.
Even if Ukitake Jushiro wanted to fight with his life, he had to support him with everything he had.
After all, since they became part of the Gotei 13, they had already prepared for death!
To a comrade who had made such preparations, saying another word would be an insult!
Ukitake Jushiro, contemplating the dire future situation, nodded seriously:
"Yes, that bastard Yhwach can even devour the Soul King's right hand..."
"That will only make his power stronger!"
"And afterward, he seemed determined to devour the Soul King completely..."
"I can't even fathom what dimension his power and realm will reach."
"Additionally, I sensed something special about the individual who dealt with Yoruichi—it seemed he was also connected to the Soul King."
At this moment, Yhwach's power caused the Shinigami to lose morale and feel deeply depressed.
What would happen to Soul Society next?
The black power of the Soul King was flowing, and it seemed he truly harbored great hatred for the Shinigami.
If he encountered the Shinigami below, he might truly rely on his instincts to fight to the death with them!
That would also be a disaster for the Shinigami!
Even without Yhwach taking personal action, the Shinigami could be placed in a desperate situation!
That scene would be truly hopeless for them!
Especially those veteran captains who possessed deeper understanding of the Soul King—they seemed able to envision the doomsday scenario of Soul Society's destruction!
At this moment, Kurosaki Ichigo's image finally appeared.
It turned out that although Kurosaki Ichigo was struck by an arrow while falling—
SWISH!
—the power of this arrow wasn't significant, and Kurosaki Ichigo could even catch it with his hands.
During Kurosaki Ichigo's fall, Inoue Orihime and the others also happened to be falling, so taking advantage of this opportunity, Inoue Orihime could use her shield to protect them.
[Her distinctive orange spiritual energy formed the triangular barrier around them as she called out: "Santen Kesshun—I reject!" The protective dome shimmered around the falling group, cushioning their descent.]
In this way, they finally landed safely on the ground.
Witnessing this, everyone breathed a sigh of relief:
[Unohana Retsu]: Fortunately, Ichigo Kurosaki is safe! If something had truly happened, then our Soul Society would be hopeless.
[Aizen Sosuke]: It was Inoue Orihime who saved Kurosaki Ichigo again. I truly must thank her! It seems my actions toward them were indeed very wise...
Aizen was now constantly reflecting.
He discovered that after bringing Inoue Orihime to Hueco Mundo, besides diverting troops from Soul Society, there was another crucial function!
That was to allow the relationship between the two of them to continue developing!
This was also an important catalyst in Ichigo Kurosaki's growth process!
The two powerhouses influenced each other, and their abilities compounded!
In this process, Ichigo Kurosaki activated his protective instincts, constantly strengthened his convictions, and reclaimed the power he deserved... while Inoue Orihime's power of rejection advanced by leaps and bounds!
From her most important healing abilities in the past, to now being able to reject Yhwach's powerful attacks!
Both sides complemented and promoted each other!
His unintentional matchmaking... was indeed endlessly beneficial!
[Ichimaru Gin]: Indeed, without Inoue Orihime, Kurosaki Ichigo would have truly been doomed falling from such a height at the Royal Palace.
[Ulquiorra Cifer]: But speaking of which, it seems Ichigo Kurosaki didn't exert much effort to catch that arrow! Is Ishida Uryu really that weak?
[Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez]: Hehe, he's just like those other Quincy who attacked Ichigo Kurosaki before. They don't understand how powerful Ichigo Kurosaki has become.
[Tier Harribel]: Indeed, Ichigo Kurosaki isn't someone he can handle.
[Kaname Tosen]: Even Yhwach couldn't kill him in one strike, let alone a traitor who seemed so ordinary in the past!
[Kurotsuchi Mayuri]: Come to think of it, this guy seems quite weak! Why is he able to remain by Yhwach's side?
[Kyoraku Shunsui]: Those who accompanied Yhwach should be his most trusted confidants. Ishida Uryu, a Quincy who joined midway and isn't that strong—is he qualified to go with him?
[Kuchiki Byakuya]: Is it merely to restrain Ichigo Kurosaki?
The audience couldn't help but voice their confusion at this time.
Ishida Uryu's presence was indeed puzzling...
He appeared decent and had a blood feud with Yhwach, yet wanted to join the Wandenreich and create difficulties for Ichigo Kurosaki.
If he was strong, he seemed favored by Yhwach.
If he was weak, his behavior seemed half-hearted.
What kind of role did he play?
The Bleach audience even hoped in their hearts that Ishida Uryu was taking a circuitous route to save the situation and simply wanted to be an undercover agent to defeat Yhwach!
[Hitsugaya Toshiro]: Hmph, Yhwach is truly a devious individual—he really wants to mess with Ichigo Kurosaki! He knows Ichigo Kurosaki won't dare attack his friends...
[Gerard Valkyrie]: Oh, you're too weak. I didn't expect you to fail in attacking the fallen Kurosaki Ichigo.
[Askin Nakk Le Vaar]: Never mind. That makes sense. After all, he is the top fighter among the special forces. Of course, he has to possess some skill.
[Kurosaki Ichigo]: Wait, is there a possibility that Ishida didn't really attack me? That's why I was able to catch the arrow so easily, right?
[Jugram Haschwalth]: What naive thinking, Kurosaki Ichigo! Do you still have such faith in your friends?
[Lille Barro]: Hmph, it would have been better if I had shot him earlier—Kurosaki Ichigo would have been dead!
Then, an even more shocking figure suddenly appeared.
A crack materialized in space.
People familiar with this special effect knew very well that this was the most common method of Arrancar movement.
An Arrancar with blue hair and hands in his pockets appeared before Kurosaki Ichigo.
He spoke arrogantly:
"It's been a long time! It seems the injuries from your previous battle with me have healed!"
It was the Sexta Espada, Grimmjow!
Seeing this familiar opponent, Kurosaki Ichigo simply said calmly:
"It seems you're as energetic as before!"
Afterward, Grimmjow drew his Zanpakuto and swung it heavily toward the ground, erupting with far greater power than before.
BOOM!
The ground collapsed and mountains crumbled! Sand and rocks flew through the air! His spiritual pressure was far superior to his previous Adjuchas state!
He spoke in his familiar arrogant tone:
"Hmph, Kurosaki Ichigo! Did you think I was dead? How can I die without killing you first? I've been waiting for the day I can fight you again!"
Afterward, another familiar Arrancar appeared.
A woman!
A very voluptuous woman!
She smiled and flew into Ichigo Kurosaki's arms, embracing him tightly.
It was simply enviable...
It was the former Tercera Espada, Nelliel!
When Ichigo Kurosaki looked confused, she explained to him:
"Urahara Kisuke made a bracelet for me—it's a device that allows free switching between child and adult forms. Now I can finally help you."
At this time, Inoue Orihime watched the couple embracing passionately with a distressed expression...
Meanwhile, Sado Yasutora also wanted to complain:
"Inoue, don't you think Urahara Kisuke always invents completely unnecessary things?"
Inoue Orihime responded in panic, speaking incoherently:
"Oh! I don't think so... I didn't say... my clothes are totally useless..."
Inoue Orihime's face grew redder as she spoke:
"I just think Manager Urahara is... still very considerate, which is really troublesome... I've never thought of him as a perverted uncle."
Sado Yasutora: "..."
What Inoue Orihime complained about wasn't wrong!
Urahara Kisuke, the scheming shopkeeper, had indeed been orchestrating the relationship between Kurosaki Ichigo and Inoue Orihime!
Witnessing this scene, the audience's expressions were equally peculiar:
[Shiba Isshin]: Haha, of course! He is my son, after all. It's normal for him to be popular with women.
[Urahara Kisuke]: Indeed, even I had to invent many things just for him.
[Tier Harribel]: As expected, he inherited the fine qualities of Master Aizen!