The death of Central 46 cast a strange and ominous shadow over Soul Society at that time. Hitsugaya Toshiro also discovered Kira Izuru with a gloomy expression and, assuming he was the murderer who killed Central 46, hurriedly pursued him alongside Matsumoto Rangiku.
Witnessing the tragic situation of Central 46, all factions harbored their own thoughts.
[Baraggan]: Hmph, this historic Central 46 actually experienced such a moment...
[Aizen Sosuke]: I suspect not many members of the Gotei 13 truly despise me for accomplishing something like this.
[Gin Ichimaru]: Hehe, during that period, I was thoroughly excited to perform the roles of Central 46 members.
[Tosen Kaname]: When I saw you appear before me, I still couldn't recognize that these were actually we three Shinigami masquerading as them. I nearly couldn't maintain my composure.
[Matsumoto Rangiku]: Damn it, Gin, why did you... do such things?
[Gin Ichimaru]: I'm sorry, Rangiku. This was something I had no choice but to do! You'll gradually understand the relationship between Captain Aizen and myself.
[Kira Izuru]: Captain Gin, do you know how devastated I was when you departed?
[Hitsugaya Toshiro]: Don't sympathize with them—they are Soul Society's traitors, and we must sever all ties! Someday, we will investigate their crimes.
The audience felt deeply depressed at this moment, understanding perfectly that once Aizen began his showcase, the entire process would likely be a highlight reel! Those would be extremely embarrassing times for the Shinigami.
However, thanks to Yhwach's appearance attracting Aizen's attention, everyone had forgotten about the villain Aizen! Compared to Yhwach, this Aizen seemed almost endearing!
After all, he never completely killed a single Shinigami from beginning to end. Even his Espada failed to achieve any brilliant victories, instead becoming background characters for the Shinigami.
Considering his role in training the savior Kurosaki Ichigo, and Aizen and Kurosaki Ichigo's achievements in dealing with Yhwach... the Shinigami's feelings toward him were extraordinarily complex.
Such an excellent man and father figure in Soul Society... what kind of existence was he truly?
They all hoped to understand Aizen better through this video series.
Kurosaki Ichigo also observed his "father" with conflicted emotions, examining what Aizen had experienced.
Having witnessed so many future scenes, he was naturally curious about the relationship between himself and Aizen.
For unknown reasons, after watching the final battle with Aizen, he increasingly wanted to comprehend Aizen's thoughts and objectives.
This was an inexplicable, special desire to understand Aizen... similar to when he used his Zanpakutō to fight Gin Ichimaru and Yhwach—he wanted to grasp their thoughts as well.
After all, Papa Aizen was no longer a simple enemy! Without understanding him, how could Ichigo possibly comprehend his own origins?
While everyone discussed this, the scene shifted once more.
[They arrived at a palace—a familiar scene where Aizen Sosuke ruthlessly destroyed innocence!
Gin Ichimaru led Hinamori Momo forward, claiming he had something wonderful to show her.
Then, Hinamori Momo saw her beloved Captain Aizen!
Upon witnessing this long-awaited reunion, Hinamori burst into tears in Aizen's embrace.
Aizen gently explained that there were reasons for his staged death.
However, Aizen didn't need to elaborate further—Hinamori Momo had already surrendered completely.
"No need to apologize, Captain Aizen..."
"Sob..."
"Captain Aizen is still alive—I'm so grateful to God!"
Witnessing this scene, the Shinigami experienced mixed emotions. This Hinamori Momo was truly being manipulated entirely by Aizen.
Yet they couldn't blame Hinamori Momo, because to their shame, they themselves weren't necessarily superior to her...
Then came Aizen's classic moment! While smiling warmly, he launched a vicious attack!
Smiling while concealing murderous intent!
SLASH!
Hinamori's body was directly pierced by his Zanpakutō.
Afterward, Hinamori Momo remained incredulous, collapsing with a shattered heart.
This was complete psychological devastation for poor Hinamori Momo...
The projection continued playing, displaying another familiar classic scene—Hitsugaya Toshiro being instantly defeated by Aizen!
After witnessing Hinamori Momo's apparent death, he became furious and battled Aizen.
Little Toshiro was thoroughly defeated again...
Since this had been shown previously, the Three Realms Projection quickly concluded at double speed.]
In Soul Society, did these Three Realms Projections harbor some grudge against the Shinigami? Why were all videos featuring Aizen essentially highlight reels?
Would Aizen's status never diminish? Even when Kurosaki Ichigo in his Mugetsu state cut Aizen in half, they couldn't witness subsequent scenes or determine the specific outcome.
They only knew Aizen survived afterward and even demonstrated his power against Yhwach... From beginning to end!
[A previously unseen scene appeared.
After Hitsugaya Toshiro's instant defeat, Unohana Retsu and Kotetsu Isane arrived timely and discovered Aizen's crimes!
For some reason, Aizen seemed reluctant to fight Unohana Retsu. After all, he was acutely aware of the strength possessed by this century-old captain!]
The tension in this moment was palpable. Everyone understood the significance of this encounter—Unohana Retsu was not someone to be trifled with, and even Aizen recognized the danger she represented.
[Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni]: Even Aizen shows caution before Unohana. How telling.
[Unohana Retsu]: I have always found Aizen... interesting. His psychological complexity rivals his spiritual pressure.
[Kotetsu Isane]: Captain Unohana's presence alone changed the entire atmosphere.
[Kenpachi Zaraki]: Hah! I would have loved to see that fight!
[Ichigo Kurosaki]: Why didn't Aizen want to fight her? He seemed confident against everyone else.
[Aizen Sosuke]: Some battles are simply... unnecessary. Captain Unohana commanded a certain... respect.
[Gin Ichimaru]: Even Captain Aizen knew when discretion was the better part of valor.
[Tosen Kaname]: Lord Aizen's strategic mind always calculated the most efficient path.
[Ulquiorra Cifer]: Lord Aizen recognized worthy opponents and chose his battles wisely.
[Coyote Starrk]: Smart of him. Some fights aren't worth the effort, even if you can win.
[Byakuya Kuchiki]: This suggests Aizen possessed more restraint than we credited him with.
[Kyoraku Shunsui]: Perhaps he understood something about Unohana that the rest of us didn't fully grasp yet.
The implications of this encounter would resonate throughout Soul Society, as audiences began to understand the complex web of relationships and power dynamics that Aizen had navigated with such calculated precision.