At this moment, Aizen spoke to his subordinates calmly:
["Alright, let's set aside Kurosaki Ichigo for now."
"However, you're still missing something, aren't you?"
"Who dispatched the Exequias to pursue Kurosaki Ichigo and the others?"
Hearing this, the subordinate began sweating profusely. He seemed terrified to answer this question.
Aizen directly began releasing spiritual pressure!
BUZZ!
Under Aizen's overwhelming spiritual pressure, the subordinate was on the verge of collapse, trembling with terror, his consciousness nearly fading.
Szayelaporro Granz appeared behind him and intervened.
"I was the one who sent the Exequias to pursue Ichigo Kurosaki... Lord Aizen."
Aizen then ceased his spiritual pressure assault.
Szayelaporro immediately knelt on one knee, apologizing to Aizen:
"Forgive me, Lord Aizen. I dispatched the Exequias to eliminate these invaders."
"I believed this would benefit Lord Aizen..."
"Even without your instructions, I'm prepared to accept punishment!"
Aizen's expression softened.
"As long as you have reasoning, I won't blame you."
"Simply ensure your reports are accurate."
"You did this for your experiments, correct?"
Szayelaporro's face showed emotion. It seemed his secret experiments had also been discovered by Aizen.
He could only nod uncomfortably.
"Yes... that's correct."
Then Aizen dismissed him.
Gin Ichimaru asked with a smile:
"Oho! Your subordinates were eliminated, yet you appear so pleased?"
Aizen glanced at Gin Ichimaru.
"Do I appear that way?"
Well... absolutely... it was obvious! Impossible to conceal at all!
Gin Ichimaru didn't bother complaining about Aizen and continued laughing:
"Isn't that right? Those people keep defeating opponents. You seem to be enjoying yourself when observing. Your expression betrays you."
Aizen was seen through by Gin Ichimaru.
"Am I enjoying it? I do experience similar feelings. Do you think I'm strange?"
Gin Ichimaru understood Aizen perfectly.
"How could that be? Because I share the same sentiment."
At this moment, watching Kurosaki Ichigo's footage on Las Noches' screens, both Aizen and Gin Ichimaru wore mysterious smiles!]
Witnessing this, everyone could only complain speechlessly. These two genuinely watched Ichigo Kurosaki continuously advance while doing nothing!
It seemed they were constantly seeking opportunities to train Ichigo Kurosaki!
In the chat group, everyone continued their discussion:
[Tier Harribel]: Although it's somewhat speechless, this represents actions our Lord Aizen would take. He cares about Kurosaki Ichigo more than anyone.
[Coyote Starrk]: Hmph, that Yhwach dares to challenge our Lord Aizen—he's completely unworthy.
[Zommari Rureaux]: The only one qualified to be Ichigo Kurosaki's father is our Lord Aizen.
[Shiba Isshin]: Hey, hey, hey, don't underestimate me!
[Ichigo Kurosaki]: Will my future growth depend entirely on Aizen's guidance...?
Both Shiba Isshin and Kurosaki Ichigo were bewildered.
Other Shinigami immediately comforted Kurosaki Ichigo!
[Rukia Kuchiki]: It's alright, Ichigo. You don't need to doubt yourself. Your current achievements result from your own mental fortitude!
[Unohana Retsu]: Exactly. Beyond external factors, your internal strength is most crucial!
[Aizen Sosuke]: Indeed, I believe even without me, you could still achieve brilliant accomplishments. I remain highly confident in Kurosaki Ichigo!
[Ichigo Kurosaki]: Hmph, naturally! I don't need you, Aizen, nor that detestable Yhwach—I can still progress steadily!
[Yhwach]: Hmph, really? How truly blasphemous!
[Gerard Valkyrie]: Ichigo Kurosaki, I advise against such arrogance. Without His Majesty, you wouldn't have achieved your current status! Your future self, along with other Soul Society Shinigami, cannot stop me!
[Jugram Haschwalth]: Perhaps in the future, we'll witness His Majesty ruling Soul Society and defeating all Shinigami, including Aizen, individually!
The Quincy were supremely confident at this moment! They believed Aizen was merely posturing before them...
Ultimately, he would definitely be defeated by their Majesty! Their Majesty, who had merged with the Soul King's power, wasn't someone other Shinigami could challenge!
[While everyone argued, the screen continued playing.
In the next scene, it shifted to Kenpachi Zaraki fighting Nnoitra Gilga.
After eliminating Nnoitra, Kenpachi Zaraki directly kicked Ichigo Kurosaki out of the dome.
Ichigo Kurosaki remained puzzled—why was he so rude?
Kenpachi Zaraki spoke casually:
"Pick up your sword and take that woman away! Your mission is complete—I'll handle the rest."
Ichigo Kurosaki asked loudly in surprise:
"What are you saying? I'm already in Hueco Mundo!"
Kenpachi Zaraki interrupted him:
"Aren't you a Substitute Shinigami?"
"Your mission is simply protecting that city—Karakura Town."
"You should be satisfied that you rescued this woman, correct?"
"I think you've enjoyed enough combat, haven't you?"
Obviously, Kenpachi Zaraki was annoyed by Ichigo Kurosaki's desire to steal his battles.
He wanted him to leave immediately. If there weren't external enemies, he'd probably want to fight Ichigo Kurosaki himself!]
[Kenpachi Zaraki]: Finally! Someone who understands priorities!
[Ichigo Kurosaki]: Wait, so even Kenpachi was trying to get me out of there?
[Yachiru Kusajishi]: Ken-chan just wanted all the fun fights for himself!
[Ikkaku Madarame]: Captain's always been possessive about good battles.
[Yumichika Ayasegawa]: Though he did have a point about Ichigo's actual responsibilities.
[Orihime Inoue]: Everyone was working so hard to protect me...
[Aizen Sosuke]: Even unexpected interventions served the greater educational purpose.
[Gin Ichimaru]: Captain Aizen's plans account for all variables, including stubborn captains.
[Szayelaporro Granz]: My experiments were merely... collateral research opportunities.
[Mayuri Kurotsuchi]: Using invasions for experimental purposes—how delightfully unethical.
[Unohana Retsu]: Kenpachi's protective instincts, even toward Ichigo, are touching.
[Byakuya Kuchiki]: The complexity of motivations underlying each action continues to astound.
[Rukia Kuchiki]: So many people were looking out for Ichigo without him realizing it.
[Renji Abarai]: Even the enemy territory was designed to help him grow stronger.
The revelation that even enemy defeats and ally interventions were part of Aizen's grand educational design left audiences marveling at the scope of his paternal dedication to Ichigo's development.