Bleach: From the moment I was invited by Squad Zero.

"Does the Zero Division's superior status mean they can do whatever they want? Do they think they can disregard the thousand-year-old laws of Soul Society?"

Bringing Wasstod to court is like leading a tiger or a wolf into the marketplace; their intentions are despicable!

“A hundred years ago, Kisuke Urahara’s ‘Hollowfication’ experiment infected several captains and lieutenants. The ‘Hollowfication’ pollution he caused has crossed the line!”

The aged voice spoke again, its tone calm, yet every word pierced the heart.

"According to the ruling of my Central 46th Bureau, all acts involving the erosion of 'virtual' power, regardless of the cause or the identity of the perpetrator, shall be subject to the standard procedure for 'handling virtual'—"

That is, to regard it as 'emptiness' and eliminate or purify it, rather than judging or forgiving it according to the laws of death or humanity!

His voice suddenly rose, carrying an undeniable cruelty and "justice":

"Back then, if Yoruichi Shihouin hadn't forcibly rescued the prisoners, those captains and Shinigami who had been corrupted by Hollowfication should have been dealt with according to the law and completely purified!"

What led to all these subsequent troubles? This precedent has already damaged the dignity of the law! Now, in Liuchuan…”

He paused for a moment:

"...They've gone even further! They openly travel with a Vasto Lorde-class Hollow and call it their 'guard'!"

Such actions trample the laws we have established and the order we uphold underfoot!

"He's provoking us! He's demonstrating!" another excited voice shouted.

"Relying on their status as Zero Division members and the protection of the Soul King Palace, they think they can transcend the laws of Soul Society and act recklessly according to their own whims!"

Bringing a false document into the court—if this matter is not severely punished as a precedent, wouldn't any Grim Reaper with a bit of power and background be able to follow suit in the future?

"Can they all collude with Hollows? The boundary between Soul Society and Hueco Mundo will vanish! The order of the soul cycle will be thrown into chaos! This trend must not be allowed to continue!"

"Even the Captain-General tacitly approved?" A wise man scoffed, his voice filled with dissatisfaction and suspicion.

"Is Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni senile? Or does the Gotei 13 intend to rise above the Chamber of Forty-Six?"

A relatively calm and calculating voice analyzed, "Captain-Commander Yamamoto's attitude is unclear, but his tacit approval of this matter is already a dereliction of duty!"

The duty of the Gotei 13 is to protect the Seireitei and purify Hollows! Now that Hollows have swaggered in, they not only don't stop them, but actually provide them with conveniences? Such behavior has deviated from their fundamental duty!

"We must take action!" the sharp voice rang out again, filled with determination.

"Yanagawa's trip has seriously trampled on the basic laws of Soul Society, challenged the authority of the Central 46, and posed a potentially huge threat to the beliefs and safety of all Shinigami."

Vastod-class Hollows are undeniably dangerous! And who can guarantee this isn't some kind of conspiracy by Hueco Mundo against Soul Society? Has Yanagawa been bewitched by Hollows, or even…fallen into corruption?

"I second that! They must be severely punished!"

The atmosphere in the council hall grew increasingly heated, filled with angry denunciations of Yanagawa's "heretical" and "law-breaking" behavior, as well as a deep fear of Wastodd's potential threat.

The vast majority of wise men agree that the strongest measures must be taken immediately.

To eliminate Hollows and maintain the unshakeable authority of the Central 46 Chambers and the "pure" order of Soul Society.

"Everyone, please calm down."

The speaker, positioned slightly to the left of the center of the circular seating arrangement, gestured for silence from the crowd.

“Anger won’t solve the problem at hand.” His voice was steady, carrying the composure honed through countless power struggles.

"Yanagawa, after all, is a member of the Zero Squad. Behind him stand Hyosube Ichibei and Reiou-no-kyuu."

Taking extreme coercive measures against them rashly could have consequences we cannot foresee.

These words were like a bucket of cold water poured on the hearts of some of the most radical sages.

Even the proud as they are, cannot help but feel a sense of dread when the "Spirit King Palace" and "Hyōju-bu Ichibei" are mentioned.

The Zero Division's superior status is indeed a barrier that cannot be ignored.

“Not bad.” Another voice chimed in, belonging to a relatively tall and upright sage opposite them. His voice was calm and methodical, carrying the air of analytical reasoning.

"Yanagi Chuan's actions this time are incomprehensible, but he is not entirely without 'reason'."

Do not forget, everyone, that he publicly claimed that he brought Navastod along as a 'bodyguard' because he had previously been targeted for assassination by Tsunayoshiro, and sought this powerful ally for self-preservation.

The atmosphere in the hall paused slightly when the name "Tsunayoshiro Suzuwa" was mentioned.

Gangya Daisuke, the former Great Sage and one of the core figures of the Central 46th Bureau, was driven by personal desires.

He plotted a despicable assassination attempt on Yanagawa, a member of the Zero Division, but ultimately failed and died, becoming an indelible stain and disgrace on the 46th Chamber.

"The matter of Gangmi replacing Suhe... was indeed our oversight, and it is a disgrace to us." The sage's voice lowered slightly as he spoke.

"Liu Chuan used this as a pretext to seek protection, and it is difficult for us to directly refute this, both morally and logically."

"Are we just going to stand by and watch that brat Liu Chuan do whatever he wants because of this?!"

A furious voice suddenly rang out, coming from a burly sage. His fist slammed onto the stone railing, producing a dull thud.

"What kind of behavior is this?! What about the reputation of the Soul Society?! What about our dignity?!"

"Of course not." The same aged voice rang out again, its tone still steady, but now tinged with a cold calculation.

"But rather than confronting them head-on and giving them a handle to use against us, it's better to... observe the situation and act accordingly."

"Wait and see? Go with the flow?" The hot-tempered sage was puzzled, and many other sages cast questioning glances at him.

"Not bad," the aged voice said slowly, his eyes beneath the hood seeming to gleam with a ghostly light.

"Yanagawa claims that Nava Stood-Stark poses no threat. However..."

He paused, lowering his voice even further, yet carrying a chilling, seductive quality:

"Emptiness is ultimately emptiness. Its brutal nature, even with wisdom, cannot be completely suppressed by a few words."

The current calm may be a facade, but the underlying instinct, like a dormant volcano, will eventually burst forth.

He looked around and, seeing many wise men deep in thought, continued:

"We just need to... wait, wait for that Vastod named Stark to cause trouble in the Soul Society due to his Hollow instincts or some unexpected stimulus, and cause destruction."

Even a small-scale surge of spiritual energy, injuring innocent team members or damaging buildings, would suffice.

Chapter 101 Aizen's Plan

“By then,” the aged sage’s voice carried a hint of cruelty.

"What else can Liu Chuan say? As the guarantor and the one who brought him back, he bears an inescapable responsibility!"

The Seireitei suffered damage because of the Hollow he brought back, and the Shinigami were injured or killed because of his mistake. Such a crime, even with his status as a member of the Zero Division and his background in the Soul King's Palace, cannot be easily dismissed.

"Brilliant!" another sinister voice interjected, tinged with admiration.

"This kills two birds with one stone! If the Void gets out of control, firstly, we can legitimately intervene under the pretext of 'dealing with the Void's calamity and maintaining the safety of the court,' and completely purify the Vastod!"

Yanagawa has no reason to obstruct! Secondly, Yanagawa's prestige has been tarnished, and he bears heavy responsibilities. His status in the Seireitei, especially in the hearts of those young Shinigami who blindly worship him, will plummet!

Third, and most importantly—

The voice carried an undisguised mix of expectation and malice:

"The Spirit King Palace, especially Ichibei of the Hyosugube, no matter how much they value Yanagawa, will probably find it difficult to continue to cover up the Hollows that his subordinates brought back, which have caused substantial damage and casualties in Soul Society."

At that time, even if Liu Chuan isn't severely punished, he will most likely be recalled to the Soul King's Palace, or even... stripped of his permanent residency in Soul Society! As long as Liu Chuan leaves the Seireitei..."

He didn't finish speaking, but all the sages present already understood—

As long as Yanagawa, the biggest "variable" and "trouble," leaves, Soul Society will still be under the control of the Central 46 Chambers!

The stains on Gangami's life can be gradually washed away, and the worship of the young Grim Reaper can be gradually guided.

But the most fundamental threat to their authority is the existence of someone like Liuchuan, who is completely uncontrollable and repeatedly breaks the rules.

"This plan is excellent!" The previously agitated sage calmed down, a fierce glint flashing in his eyes.

"Use stillness to control movement, and strike after the enemy has made their move! Let Liu Chuan and his Void reveal their true colors! We just need to set up spies and keep a close eye on the Ghost Path members, especially that Stark."

At the same time, some rumors about the dangers of the void should be appropriately spread within the court to sow the seeds in advance.

If anything happens, it can instantly ignite public opinion, allowing us to occupy the absolute moral and legal high ground!

"Remember, do not leave any evidence; everything must appear as if it happened 'naturally'."

"Be patient, hunters are always the most patient."

The atmosphere in the council hall gradually shifted from initial anger and passion to a cold, calculating one.

Forty figures exchanged knowing glances in the shadow of their hoods.

Their goal was not only to use Vasto Lorde's Hollow Stark, but also to use him to drive Yanagawa into a corner and force him to leave the stage of Soul Society.

"What if that void remains docile?" a cautious observer raised a final concern.

The aged sage remained silent for a moment, then a cold, almost whispering voice came from beneath his hood:

“Hollows will always get hungry. The Soul Society has no shortage of 'food'.”

But even the best animal trainer can make a mistake when faced with a hungry beast.

Even without any 'accidents,' we... can help create some 'just right' 'accidents,' can't we?

Seireitei, Fifth Division Barracks.

Unlike the cold and gloomy underground council hall of the Central 46th Chamber, the Fifth Division's barracks are always filled with a reassuring tranquility and gentleness.

The captain's room is furnished with elegant simplicity.

On the huge desk, documents and files were neatly arranged, without a trace of care.

Behind the desk, Aizen Sousuke, the captain of the Fifth Division, sat in the main seat.

She was wearing a simple light-colored kimono and ordinary black-rimmed glasses, her eyes behind the lenses gentle.

A gentle smile played at the corners of her lips, a smile that seemed to soothe all anxiety and was as comforting as a spring breeze.

He was intently reviewing a report that had just been delivered by Hinamori Momo.

Hinamori Momo stood quietly to one side, a little behind.

She stood ramrod straight, her hands clasped together in front of her, her posture respectful.

Her gaze, filled with undisguised reverence and admiration, fell upon Captain Aizen's focused and gentle profile.

In her eyes, Captain Aizen was so perfect—gentle, fair, and always able to guide his team members and bring them peace of mind.

Being able to become Captain Aizen's lieutenant is her greatest happiness.