XX-level Hokage

灵主之力：0（满为3，前置条件：灵压10、虚之力10、火却师之力10）果然吗

Seeing that the initial solution level had changed from 1 to 2, Mashiro became even more certain of this.

Mashiro then deactivated Zero's Shikai state, as her spiritual energy was running low.

However, Mashiro still had one question: although she had spiritual power within her body after her Shikai release, her spiritual pressure was still displayed as 0 on the system panel. Thinking about this, Mashiro began searching for books about Shinigami in the study.

"As life forms with extremely high concentrations of spiritual particles, Shinigami possess abilities surpassing those of humans. Their vitality is directly proportional to their spiritual power. In battle, they use Zanpakuto to fight against Kido, and they can also condense loose spiritual particles in the atmosphere at their feet to stand and move in the air."

Ordinary people without spiritual power cannot sense their presence, but the Grim Reaper can enter artificial bodies and move around in the human world, making them visible to ordinary people.

Shinigami, due to their extremely high concentration of spiritual particles, are the favorite food of Hollows. Although they are spirits, they can unite with humans to produce offspring. Since their inception, Shinigami have been responsible for protecting humanity, guiding and purifying Hollows, and returning them to the Soul Society, maintaining the balance between the two worlds.

To prevent the world from collapsing and being destroyed, and to be the ruler of the Soul Realm, but can travel between the human world and their own world.

However, their actions in the human world are strictly limited and monitored. Furthermore, if a Shinigami stays in the human world unnecessarily for an extended period, kills other humans besides those on their designated missions, or transfers their power to humans, they will be condemned by the Tokonami. Also, because there are no other things named after gods in the Tokonami world besides Shinigami, Shinigami do not possess a heart of faith.

If human exorcism methods disrupt the balance of souls, the Shinigami will intervene, and in more serious cases, may even issue an order to kill them. However, besides the Shinigami, there is another force opposing Hollows: the Quincy. The Quincy advocate for the complete eradication of Hollows using weapons formed from spirit particles.

Because their methods and philosophies of exorcism are vastly different, the Grim Reapers and the Quincy have always had a bad relationship.

Upon seeing this, Mashiro lost the desire to continue reading and began searching extensively. Eventually, she found information about spiritual pressure in the latter half of the book.

...There are two concepts: spiritual pressure and spiritual power. The higher a person's spiritual pressure, the more spiritual power they can utilize. As for control, it depends on each person's ability.

Generally speaking, the higher the density of spiritual energy, the greater the power. The level of spiritual pressure reflects the strength of the oppressive feeling that spiritual energy possesses. Seeing this, Mashiro finally understood the reason.

Spiritual power alone cannot form spiritual pressure; the density of spiritual power must reach a certain level. The greater the density, the greater the pressure of spiritual power.

With her current spiritual power, she was far from reaching the density required to generate spiritual pressure. The next day, Mashiro arrived at the courtyard where the Sixth Division was located.

In the hall, Saito, seemingly immortal, sat upside down in a chair, his chin resting on the back of the chair, his body swaying slightly, his purple twin ponytails bobbing unconsciously.

“Lord Saito,” Mashiro said softly.

"Oh, Mashiro, you've arrived." Upon seeing Mashiro's white skin, Saito, the immortal immortal, raised his head.

"I've already spoken to Lord Yamamoto. From now on, you'll be living in the Sixth Division, right next to me," Saito Immortal said. "Thank you for your trouble, Lord Saito," Mashiro smiled.

"Do you know why I kept you in the Sixth Division?" Saito, the immortal Shinigami, stood up from his chair and suddenly asked.

Upon hearing this, Mashiro paused for a moment, then said, "Perhaps it's because Lord Saito has exceptional insight." Haha, Mashiro, you really know how to talk, hmph, but you could say you have exceptional insight.

"I specifically wanted you to join the Sixth Division for two main reasons. First, you're quite good-looking. I'm fed up with those guys in the Sixth Division; they have no redeeming qualities other than killing. Second, and most importantly, you seem very reliable." Saito Immortal walked up to Mashiro and said with a smile.

"Reliable?" Mashiro was instantly puzzled. This time, her doubt was genuine and not feigned.

While she could understand the aspect of someone being good-looking, reliability was completely beyond her comprehension.

"That's right, they're reliable. You should already know that our Sixth Division is responsible for frontal assassinations, so the members of the Sixth Division, including myself, are all lunatics."

Don't let my seemingly normal demeanor fool you; it's because I'm still recovering from a serious injury. I'm acutely aware of my own personality flaws, and I'm equally aware of the entire Sixth Division's weaknesses! Therefore, finding a reliable lieutenant is of paramount importance.

"And you seem very reliable, and your talent and strength are sufficient. I don't even need to go out and look for someone. You could say you're a perfect fit." Saito's immortal expression gradually became smug and arrogant.

Chapter Nine: Establishing Authority

After hearing Saito's explanation of immortality, Mashiro instantly understood.

In other words, the average intelligence of the Sixth Division members is not high and they are prone to impulsiveness. Saito, who is immortal, has temporarily suppressed her agitation due to her injury, and therefore plans to take this opportunity to find a reliable deputy who can both reduce casualties in the Sixth Division and help her clean up the mess.

"Oh my, is it really this kind of self-deprecating? Lord Saito really thinks highly of me," Mashiro said softly.

"It's one thing that I think highly of you, but it's another that you have the ability yourself. Although I can give you the title of vice-captain, whether you can gain the trust of those guys depends on yourself." Saito Immortal said, leading Mashiro towards the training room.

Upon hearing this, Mashiro simply smiled slightly and followed behind Saito Immortal.

The Sixth Division didn't have many members; after all, the Gotei 13 didn't accept just anyone, especially the Sixth Division, which focused on direct assassinations. Saito Immortal led Mashiro through the courtyard to where the Sixth Division members were gathered.

This is a spacious training ground, with all sorts of weapons displayed around it, and the air is thick with the atmosphere of battle.

"Everyone, stop what you're doing and come meet your new vice-captain—Mashiro." Saito's immortal voice echoed in the training ground, and the team members' eyes all turned to Mashiro at the door.

Mashiro walked into the training field with a smile, her gaze sweeping over everyone present.

However, she quickly realized that the team members' eyes didn't hold much friendliness; instead, they carried a hint of suspicion and hostility. Just as she thought... it's the same in every world.

"This is our new vice-captain? He doesn't look that great." A burly man wielding a giant sword spoke up.

“Yeah, I can’t even sense that his spiritual power is that strong. Why should he be our vice-captain?” Another tall, thin, sharp-eyed Grim Reaper chimed in.

These two Grim Reapers are Nero Sato and Hogg. In the Sixth Division, their strength is second only to the immortal Saito. They are usually arrogant and will not easily let go of anyone who challenges their position.

Saito, who is immortal, made no comment on this. She had expected Nero and Hogg to express their dissatisfaction directly, but instead of stopping them, she wanted to see how Mashiro would respond.

Just as she said, whether or not she can gain these guys' trust depends on Mashiro herself.

However, no matter how much opposition there is, the fact that Mashiro is the vice-captain of the Sixth Division will not change; this is her decision.

If that event succeeds, then the Gotei 13 will be able to cover the entire Soul Society. At that time, a squad that only knows how to fight and kill will definitely not work.

Although she disliked Shihouin Senhito, she still agreed with what he said. Mashiro simply smiled; she wasn't angry or upset by Nero and Hogg's words.

"It seems you two have some doubts about my abilities." Mashiro's voice was calm and firm as she slowly walked to the center of the training ground, her gaze fixed on Nero and Hogg. "Then, let's have a match."

Nero and Hogg exchanged a glance, a hint of surprise flashing in their eyes. They hadn't expected Mashiro to propose a contest so directly, nor had they expected her to have such courage.

Saito, who was immortal, was also somewhat surprised. She knew that in her last match with Mashiro, she had unleashed a vast ocean of energy. Nero and Hogg, on the other hand, would not do what she did.

"Hmph, since you're so eager for a duel, then we'll grant your wish." Nero snorted coldly, hoisting his giant axe onto his shoulder and striding towards Mashiro. Hogg followed closely behind, a sharp longsword appearing in his hand, its tip trembling slightly, as if anticipating the impending battle. "Wait, a duel is fine, but we need some rules." Saito, the immortal being, suddenly spoke, interrupting the impending fight, "You two..."

"If you can defeat Mashiro within ten moves, then there's a different story. But if you fail to win within ten moves, then you must obey Mashiro's orders from now on, without the slightest complaint."

Upon hearing this, Nero and Hogg hesitated for a moment. Although confident, they dared not underestimate Mashiro. After all, anyone chosen by the captain must have some skill or ability.

However, they quickly hardened their resolve. After all, they were the elite of the Sixth Division; how could they possibly be defeated by a woman who looked so frail?

"Alright, as you say, Captain."

Next, the three of them arrived at the center of the training field.

Nero was the first to unleash his Shikai. "Roar! Jackal!"

The giant axe in his hand drew a sharp arc in the air, and then three chains appeared on the axe handle. At the end of the chains, three gnolls were struggling fiercely.

Hogger followed closely behind, his longsword flashing through the air like lightning. "Tear it apart, Windrunner!"

A gust of wind swept in, the longsword in Hogg's hand disappeared, and then his body began to swell, transforming into a black beast.

Then, Mashiro also activated her Shikai. "Choose your path, Zero White!"

Then, the orange gem that was set in the hilt of the sword emitted a dazzling light.

Immediately afterwards, a flash of orange light appeared in her hand, and the silver-white samurai sword in her hand transformed into a golden, openwork longsword. The sword's appearance was magnificent and dignified, and its blade shone with a golden light, presenting a flowing light effect that gave people a very dazzling feeling.

Seeing this, Saito, who was watching from the sidelines, revealed a strange expression.

"Like Lord Yamamoto's, a multi-form Zanpakuto? No, it seems even more special than Lord Yamamoto's." Saito, the immortal, muttered to himself.

Looking at the golden longsword in his hand, Mashiro murmured, "The Sovereign's Power!"

In an instant, the three-headed werewolf summoned by Nero in front of Mashiro immediately let out a painful hiss, then quickly shut its mouth, as if it was being firmly shaken to the ground from above by an invisible hand, its limbs spread apart and pressed tightly to the ground, unable to move an inch.

This was only the initial scene. As time went on, blood began to seep from the mouths, eye sockets, and ear canals of the jackals, but they could no longer make a sound.

By the time Nero realized the problem and tried to recall the gnolls, the three-headed gnolls were already completely dead.

Nero, pale-faced, knelt on the ground. A force field similar to Shinra Tensei? Shinsou. No.

The area affected by the power of the king was significantly smaller than that of the original Shinra Tensei, and even the other people watching nearby were not affected.

Moreover, even if her original self used Shinra Tensei at full power, it wouldn't cause such substantial damage as ruptured blood vessels or internal organs; instead, it would manifest as external injuries.

Heavy pressure? Force field?

She slowly began to understand, and after thinking for a while, she looked at Hogg, who was completely dumbfounded. "Shall we continue?"

Before Hogg could answer, Mashiro blurted out, "Royal power!"

An unprecedented pressure descended once again. Caught off guard, Hogg's body slumped and he was immediately pinned to the ground. However, compared to Nero's gnolls, Hogg's physical attributes were greater and stronger, and his defenses were also stronger. He was not unable to move and was able to make sounds of pain.

At this moment, Hogg, who was over three feet tall, let out a sharp cry and gripped the floor with both hands. However, despite his incessant screaming, he was still unable to stand up.

Then, Qi Bai heard the sound of bones breaking.

At that moment, Mashiro suddenly remembered the phrase used to describe sovereignty: "Beneath the throne, looking down upon all living beings."

The more you resist, the stronger the countermeasures you will face.

Chapter Ten: The Path of Ghosts

Seeing that Nero and Hogg had both lost their ability to fight, Mashiro ended her Shikai form, glanced around, and said with a smile, "Shall we continue?"

All the members of the Sixth Division stared at Mashiro in utter shock and silence. *Clap clap clap*

At that moment, Saito Immortal walked over, clapping his hands.

"Iss, take Nero and Hogg to the Fourth Division. We have another mission in a couple of days." "Yes, Captain Saito!"

Then, Saito, who was immortal, continued: "As you have all seen, Mashiro is a genius and is fully qualified to be the vice-captain of the Sixth Division. So, if anyone has any objections, they should go and have a go at Nero and Hogg first. Mashiro, come with me."

After saying this, Saito, who was immortal, turned and left.

Mashiro nodded to the others in the training room and then followed them.

Upon entering the captain's room, Saito, seemingly immortal, casually reclined in a chair, looking at Mashiro with great interest, and said, "Not bad at all. You are much more capable than I imagined."

"Just lucky," Mashiro replied softly.

She was indeed lucky this time. First, the power of the king was much stronger than she had expected, and second, Nero and Hogg were both very careless towards her.

"You're right. After all, the range of your attack just now wasn't that big. If those two hadn't been waiting for you to complete your Shikai and hadn't been within your image range, you really wouldn't have been able to defeat them so easily."

"After all, for a domain-type ability like yours, a ranged Kido would suffice." Saito, the immortal being, pointed out the flaws in the royal power.

As the youngest member of the Gotei 13 and the youngest strongman recognized by Yamamoto, Saito, who is immortal, is a true child prodigy.

“Indeed, just as Captain Saito said, my Royal Authority lacks the ability to launch an attack. If the opponent doesn’t enter my field of vision immediately, then I’m just a sitting duck,” Mashiro said with a light laugh.

This statement is true, but it is not entirely true.

"Anyway, while we prepare for the mission these next two days, I'll teach you a few Kido techniques. With your aptitude, you should be able to get a date," Saito Immortal said.

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Captain Saito." Mashiro smiled and nodded.

Mashiro had read many books about Shinigami and Hollows in the study yesterday, so she naturally knew what Kido was. Kido is an advanced technique used only by Shinigami, and it is divided into three types: Hado, Bakudo, and Kaido.

Among them, the Hado is a kind of demonic path that uses attack and destruction to directly attack the opponent. It requires chanting a pleasant incantation before it can be released. People with strong spiritual power can skip the chanting, but if the requirements are not met, the intensity of the release will be much less than when chanting.