Chapter 377 Vice Captain Zeraki
Chapter 377 Vice Captain Zeraki
Almost instinctively, Kenpachi Zaraki moved his body on his own, and the sword in his hand moved to the right to block the blade of the Demon Prisoner.
Powerful force and spiritual pressure surged in, like a tsunami hitting a small boat in a storm. At this moment, Kenpachi Zaraki felt that every cell in his body was trembling, and at the same time, he felt a sense of exhilaration as if he had surfaced after diving deep.
"That's it!"
Kenpachi Zaraki had a fanatical smile on his face. This was the kind of exhilarating battle he wanted. He didn't have to consider so many things. He could just focus purely on the opponent in front of him and think only about how to defeat him.
The next moment, the spiritual pressure on his body surged again, forcing Lu Li's sword back.
"Instant coax!"
Lu Li's voice was brief and powerful. A stronger propulsion force burst out from behind him, and his speed instantly increased by several levels.
The increase in speed is inevitably accompanied by an increase in power. The extremely high kinetic energy slash caused Kenpachi Zaraki's wild attack to be shaken continuously.
Then, Lu Li slashed with three swords in a row. The first sword destroyed Kenpachi Zaraki's fighting posture, the second sword knocked Yeshai to the side, and the third sword swung Yeshai up.
The moment Zaraki's fighting stance was broken, Lu Li swept out with his legs, and powerful spiritual pressure, accompanied by Ryuo and Conqueror's Haki, burst out at the same time.
boom--
Amid the roar, Kenpachi Zaraki's figure was kicked away by him, crashing into countless large trees.
Lu Li ran quickly when Kenpachi Zaraki was flying, suddenly appeared above him, and slashed down with another sword.
Even though Kenpachi Zaraki's body had gradually become mobile during the battle and his spiritual pressure continued to surge, he was still unable to withstand Lu Li's powerful sword strike.
In an instant, a fountain of blood rose from his chest, accompanied by powerful sword pressure, and cut him directly into the ground.
Smoke and dust rose from the deep pit. Lu Li waved his sword to disperse the smoke and landed next to Kenpachi Zaraki.
"Oops, being cut here is really not good..."
Kenpachi was lying there unable to move. Many bones in his body were broken after his defense was breached, and his heart was cut by Lu Li's domineering sword just now.
The spirit's vital parts were severely damaged, and even if he had great fighting potential, he was unable to exert it at this moment.
"It's such a headache... I wanted to continue enjoying the battle..."
Kenpachi whispered, but he couldn't hold up his body. His heart was cut in half, and even with his spiritual pressure he couldn't seal it tightly to stop the loss of life.
"Ajian!"
At this time, Yachiru also came running over from a distance. As a little girl, she ran very fast and was more agile than an adult.
Seeing Kenpachi Zaraki lying at the bottom of the pit covered in blood, Yachiru's face was filled with disbelief and worry. She simply couldn't imagine that Kenpachi would lose. She instinctively felt that Kenpachi was invincible.
At this time, Lu Li leaned over, his hand glowed with the light of Hui Dao, and helped Kenpachi stop the bleeding. "If you want to fight, we can spar slowly later. Don't die, my vice-captain."
When Kenpachi Zaraki felt the wound on his chest gradually healing, he knew that his life was safe. He was just wondering why this god of death, who seemed to have a similar fighting style to himself, would use such a fancy ability.
"Is it fun to be in the Gotei 13? Are there many interesting strong people?"
Zaraki had no intention of going back on his word, that was not his style. He did lose the battle, but this also allowed him to enjoy fighting from time to time, so he was in a good mood.
He raised his hand and touched Yachiru's head to calm the little girl.
"I think it's quite interesting. As for the strong ones, there are at least two who are stronger than me."
Lu Li said, "Besides, there may be some strong men in the Gotei 13 that you have met. You call yourself Kenpachi, so you should know what this title means, right?"
"represents what?"
Kenpachi Zaraki was a little confused. He couldn't remember the memory deep in his mind very clearly, but he felt that it sounded like the name of a strong man.
"The strongest captain of the Gotei 13 besides the captain-general, generally speaking."
Lu Li explained, "Before me, there were also retired Kenpachi, such as the current captain of the Fourth Division, Unohana Yachiryu."
"Really? Then I really have to go and have a look."
Kenpachi Zaraki grinned, as if he remembered something. He once met a powerful god of death, who seemed to be called this name.
Why did he forget? Perhaps if he kept remembering that battle, he would no longer have any interest in fighting against ordinary opponents.
Not long after, Lu Li's much improved Huidao had healed Kenpachi Zaraki's injuries. He threw a new set of clothes to him and said, "Put them on. Let's go back to Seireitei."
This trip was quite rewarding. Not only did they obtain two pieces of the Soul King's physical tissue, but they also found the powerful Kenpachi Zaraki.
I believe that the days in Soul Society will not be boring from now on. At least there will be no shortage of opponents for daily sparring.
Captain Unohana has been too busy lately. It was clearly her request that was made, but she has not yet fulfilled it. So it would be a good idea for him to practice with the unawakened Kenpachi on a daily basis.
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Soul Society, Seireitei, within the Tsunayashiro family.
The luxurious courtyard had not been damaged in the previous Quincy invasion war, and among the pavilions and terraces, a man was strolling after dinner.
In the moonlight, he stopped under a big tree and looked up at the birds on the tree.
"As you said, although the Quincy's army was defeated, Soul Society suffered a great deal. It is time for the Five Great Nobles to undergo a transformation."
The man in kimono whispered, as if talking to himself, or as if talking to the bird.
"I can help you become the head of the Tsunayashiro family. This promise still stands."
The emerald green bird opened its mouth and spoke in human language.
"Oh? I just don't understand, what good will doing these things do for you?"
The man asked with a smile, his eyes narrowed slightly when the corners of his mouth curled up, like a cunning fox.
"I just hope that the situation will change, and you are the right person. If you have to do something to feel at ease about this equal transaction, then after you become a family, use your power to get rid of the captain of the 11th Squadron."
The green bird spoke.
“Lu Li, the captain of the 11th Division? He is a hero of Soul Society in the previous war. It will be troublesome to get rid of him even if I use the power of the 46th Chamber to give the order. What if it provokes a backlash from the Gotei 13?” The fox-like man said with a smile. He seemed to make the matter sound very troublesome, but his smile actually betrayed his true thoughts.
That is, he doesn't care about Lu Li's life or death, nor does he care about the backlash from the Gotei 13.
He was a lawless person. Born in Tsunayashiro's family, which was the head of the five noble families, if he committed a simple crime, even the Forty-Six Chambers would not be able to judge him, but would instead protect him.
Just like when he killed his wife and colleagues, the matter was eventually left unresolved. The power is so sweet.
It's a pity that he is not yet the head of the Tsunayashiro family. It would be even better if he could fully control the power.
"This won't be a problem for you. Whether you use your power to do this or use your personal strength to kill him, as long as you can kill Lu Jianpachi, my small request will be met."
The green bird spoke.
"A small request? Whatever. I will take care of it."
The fox-like man smiled and said, "I'm just curious, why do you all want to kill Lu Kenpachi? Isn't that guy Zeljō Souya also being used? If I'm not mistaken, it should be that Quincy who wants to kill Lu Li, and Zeljō Souya should just want to kill the Hollows."
As a fellow noble, he had been familiar with Zaraki Shuang for a long time. All he could say was that he was a guy with good abilities but a limited mind.
In the field of power, the Zaraki family suffered a complete defeat, which was partly due to the fact that their family members had always been rather stupid.
Their Tsunayashiro family is different. They always stand at the pinnacle of power, and anyone who dares to stand in their way will be eliminated.
As for him, Tsunayashiro Tokinada, he is a man who wants to stand at the top. Currently, his status in the family is not high due to his birth rank, but this does not prevent his ambition from growing.
He knew that the owner behind the bird in front of him also wanted to use him, just like the Quincy was using Zaraki Fuyouya, but he was different from Zaraki Fuyouya and would always hold the initiative.
In his opinion, it is not difficult to get rid of Lu Li. As long as he can become the head of the family, there are a hundred ways to kill a captain, and he doesn't even need to show up.
The Central Forty-Six Chambers must obey the orders of the five nobles who are of one mind, and the Tsunayashiro family has the power to make the five nobles reach a consensus on key issues, and he has too many means of operation.
"You don't need to care why we want to kill him. You just need to know that his existence is a threat to both me and you."
Midoriya said, "You should know how many people you have offended. If you fail to take the position of head of the family this time, the Tsunayashiro family will deal with you themselves."
"It's really scary, but you don't have to threaten me or motivate me. I will become the head of the family. As long as you cooperate with me, the Tsunayashiro family will change its owner within this month."
Tsunayashiro Tokinada said.
"Don't worry, you'll reach your goal faster than you think."
After the green bird finished speaking, it turned into a cloud of mist and disappeared.
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"The interior of Seireitei is very luxurious. You Shinigami really know how to enjoy yourself."
Kenpachi Zaraki sighed after following Lu Li to the 11th Division, and then looked at the soldiers and commented, "It's just that the soldiers look a little weak. That's all. Captain, aren't you bored normally?"
"Now that I have you, I won't be bored."
Lu Li invited Kenpachi Zaraki to the table and asked his subordinates to cook. What the 220th Division lacked now was people, not supplies. The higher-ups had always distributed supplies based on a staff of people.
Because the Gotei 13 were in urgent need of elite talents, after being introduced by captain Lu Li, Kenpachi Zaraki directly skipped the process of the Maou Spiritual Arts Academy and became a Shinigami, and joined the 11th Division.
As for his status as deputy captain, it would have to wait until the 46th Central Office took over before it could be confirmed.
Kenpachi Zaraki is a generous person and doesn't care much about many details. He doesn't care about captain or vice-captain. He and Lu Li came to Soul Society mainly because they wanted to continue fighting with Lu Li.
With Lu Li's warm hospitality, the two of them drank and ate to their heart's content and soon became familiar with each other.
The circle of the Gotei 13 is so small, and the news that Lu Li nominated a refugee brought from Rukongai as the vice-captain of the 11th Division spread quickly.
Many people were also curious about why Lu Li, such a powerful captain, did not choose someone from within the 11th Division, but instead chose a refugee from outside.
Inside the 4th Division's barracks, Unohana also heard the gossip of her subordinates, "Kenpachi Zaraki... Zaraki... Could it be..."
Her eyes lit up as she spoke, and if it was the person she was thinking of, then Seireitei became even more interesting.
But she didn't know, if it was the person she thought, how did Lu Li defeat him?
In her memory, that child was born with boundless fighting potential. He had defeated her when he was a child. Now that he has grown up, hasn't he become stronger?
Could it be that... I am still immersed in the self-restrictions of the past?
If that's the case, it would be a real sin. However, if the other party is under Lu Li's command now, it probably won't take long for him to recover to his peak, right?
Thinking of this, Unohana began to feel a little agitated. The mission of the 4th Division had been almost completed, and she should perhaps consider letting someone fulfill the promise first.
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The next evening, in the captain's office in the 11th Squadron's barracks.
After dinner, Kenpachi Zaraki went to train the new and old members of the 11th Division, and there was only one outsider in the captain's office, who was Aizen who came to find Lu Li.
"Mr. Lu, I have discussed the possibility of Hougyoku with Urahara Kisuke in the Spiritual Arts Academy these past two days. We believe that the Hougyoku of Hollow power combined with the Hougyoku of Death power is a complete form."
Aizen came straight to the point and concluded, "I have already created the Hogyoku with the power of the god of death in Hueco Mundo. Next, I plan to fuse it, and perhaps new power will be generated."
"What about the Soul King's power? What does Urahara-senpai say?"
Lu Li asked.
"Theoretically, if the power of the Spirit King is added, it will have the power to embrace everything, and perhaps it will become an omnipotent substance. But theory is just theory, and I don't have any materials to conduct experiments. After all, the body tissues of the Spirit King are too difficult to find."
Aizen said with regret, he had believed Lu Li's statement before, that the Spirit King was not actually a noble being, but a wedge cut into a human stick.
But even if we knew this, we would still have no idea how to find the Soul King's physical body.
"Soyousuke..."
Lu Li used his spiritual pressure to form a shield in the room and took out the Spirit King's fingertip from the storage space, "...Look what this is?"
Even with Aizen's calm temperament, he couldn't help but be moved, and opened his mouth, "Is this... the power of the Soul King? Lu Jun, where did you get it from?"
(End of this chapter)