XX-level Hokage

Just then, Yhwach's personal guard suddenly launched an attack, charging towards the captains of the Gotei 13 like a black torrent.

However, faced with this sudden attack, the twelve captains did not panic at all. They each used their skills and quickly defeated the guards one by one.

The battle reached its climax in an instant. Within Hueco Mundo, the light of Zanpakuto intertwined with the Quincy's spiritual power, creating a series of breathtaking scenes.

However, despite the considerable strength of the Royal Guard members, they still appeared far too inexperienced compared to the captains of the three squads of the Gotei 14. "Yamamoto Shigekuni said in a low voice, his tone calm yet filled with undeniable authority.

Then, he slowly drew his Zanpakuto—Ryujin Jakka, a massive sword radiating intense heat, seemingly capable of incinerating everything. "The remnant fire is so powerful, the entire northern pass is reduced to ashes!" Yamamoto Shigekuni shouted, then swung Ryujin Jakka, unleashing a dazzling slash.

This slash, like a meteor streaking across the night sky, instantly traversed an immense distance, reaching Yhwach's location at incredible speed.

Everything touched by the slash turned to ashes. All the members of Yhwach's personal guard, including Yhwach himself, as well as the captains who had approached Yhwach, vanished into the void under this terrifying power.

The entire Hueco Mundo seemed to tremble for a moment, then returned to calm.

Mashiro also participated in the war with the Gotei 13, but as the vice-captain, she did not venture deep into the center of the battlefield.

But as the flames soared into the sky, Mashiro sensed something was wrong. She quickly moved towards the center of the battlefield.

Finally, at the moment when Ryujin Jakka's flames reduced Saito Immortal and Shikatori Hatakenzai to ashes, Mashiro activated her Shikai: Sea of ​​Time.

This is a new ability that Mashiro gains by adding an initial point.

As the blue gemstone emitted a dazzling light, Mashiro's Zanpakuto, Zero White, transformed into a deep blue, transparent dagger. Mashiro instantly appeared beside Saito Immortal and Shikato Hakunsai, wielding the dagger.

A strange light suddenly shone from within the flames.

Time was torn apart.

Then, the distorted blue light flashed and shimmered, like a vast ocean, enveloping Mashiro, Saito Immortal, and Shikatori Hōunsai.

The three were swept into a mysterious ocean, their figures gradually blurring in the light before finally disappearing into the void. When the flames subsided, Hueco Mundo was left in ruins, littered with traces of battle.

However, apart from Mashiro and the other two who disappeared on the spot, and Unohana Yachiru who was far away from Yhwach, the other first captains of the Gotei 13 had all disappeared on this battlefield.

Yamamoto's Zanpakuto was too powerful, and in order to destroy Yhwach, he unleashed his full power for the first time. He hadn't expected that his power would be even more terrifying than he imagined.

Under the flames of hundreds of millions of degrees, not only Yhwach, but also the other captains nearby could not escape.

As the flames of Ryujin Jakka gradually died down, the war within Hueco Mundo finally came to an end. The battlefield was deathly silent, broken only by the occasional sound of embers falling.

Yhwach, the Quincy king who once attempted to overturn the balance between Shinigami and Hollows, although he did not die completely from Yamamoto Shigekuni's devastating attack, he completely disappeared from the sight of Tokishiro, as if he had been erased from this world without a trace.

Yamamoto Shigekuni and Unohana Yasuo, the two surviving first captains, led the remaining members of the Gotei 13 on their journey home. Their steps were heavy, but their eyes shone with the light of victory. Although the war had come at a great cost, their homeland had been preserved.

The glory and conviction of the Grim Reapers still shine brightly.

Back in Seireitei, the entire Shinigami world was immersed in a complex mix of emotions. There was mourning for fallen comrades, and also a deep appreciation for the hard-won victory.

Yamamoto Shigekuni and Unohana Yachiru stood on a high point in the Soul Society, gazing at the land they had risked their lives to protect, their hearts filled with mixed emotions.

Just then, an aged yet dignified voice broke their reverie: "Yamamoto, Unohana, you have done well." The two turned around and saw the monk Hyosube Ichibei slowly approaching, his figure appearing exceptionally solemn in the afterglow of the setting sun. As one of the creators of Tokami World, Hyosube had been silently watching all of this.

He knew that the victory in this war not only meant that the Grim Reapers had repelled the Quincy threat, but also that a new era had begun. "Soldier" Yamamoto Shigekuni bowed respectfully, "Although we have won, we have also paid a heavy price."

Subsequently, Hyosube Ichibei fulfilled his promise and formally handed over the authority to rule the Soul Society and the Shinigami to the Gotei 13.

He announced that from this day forward, the Gotei 13 would become the highest authority in the Shinigami world, responsible for maintaining order and peace throughout the entire Shinigami world. This news quickly spread throughout the Shinigami world, causing a huge sensation.

The Shinigami expressed their support, believing that under the leadership of the Gotei 13, the Shinigami world would usher in a more prosperous and peaceful era.

Perhaps it was because of the sacrifices of the other team leaders that Yamamoto Shigekuni and Tamagohana Yachiru deeply realized the fragility and preciousness of life. They began to reflect on their past leadership style, wondering if it had been too harsh and if they had ignored the feelings and needs of their team members.

As a result, the two began to gradually change their management style, becoming more humane and paying more attention to the growth and happiness of the team members.

Yamamoto Shigekuni reassigned the duties of the thirteen divisions. He knew that each division had its own unique advantages and characteristics, and only by giving full play to these advantages could the entire Gotei 13 become stronger.

Chapter Thirty-Nine: A Thousand Years (The End)

First Division (General Division): As the leading force of the Gotei 13, it is responsible for assigning and distributing tasks, managing and commanding various divisions, and is the elite leading division.

The Second Division (Oblivion Mobile Force): Responsible for carrying out various secret missions of the Gotei 13, it is a highly combat-capable combat unit.

The Third Division (Support Team): Responsible for supporting other divisions except the Fourth Division, replenishing their personnel lost in battle. The Fourth Division (Medical Rescue Team): Primarily responsible for saving lives and is a specialized medical rescue unit.

Fifth Division (Rescue Team): Responsible for rescuing visiting teams. The team members have good relationships and are highly capable in combat.

The Sixth Division (Noble Commander Division): Responsible for protecting the interests of the four noble families of the Shinigami World. The captain of each division must be from the Kuchiki family, the head of the four noble families.

The Seventh Division (Inner Court Guard): Responsible for assisting and protecting the First Division and the Central 46th Chamber.

Eighth Division (Intelligence Squad): Responsible for gathering intelligence, tracking the movements of the 80th district of Rukongai, and the movements of other divisions. Ninth Division (Prison Squad): Responsible for guarding the Seireitei and compiling and distributing Seireitei communications.

The 10th Division (Patrol Guard): Responsible for maintaining order within the Seireitei, handling emergencies, and issuing emergency information.

Eleventh Division (Combat-Specific Unit): A dedicated combat unit responsible for frontline attacks, representing the most elite professional combat team in Soul Society.

Squad 12 (Technology Development Bureau): Responsible for adjusting spiritual waves, monitoring the average spiritual pressure in the present world, and developing new high-tech products.

Squad 13 (Purification Squad): A squad that specializes in sending members to the human world to carry out soul burial and purify Hollows. Most members are sent to the human world to perform duties and fight Hollows for many years.

After assigning the new duties to the 13th Division, Yamamoto began discussing the new captain with Tamago no Hana.

"Sihouin Sennatsu is dead, so let's stick to his previous arrangements. The captain of the Second Division will still be someone from the Sihouin clan."

The same applies to the Sixth Division. Captain Saito, who is immortal, and Vice-Captain Mashiro, are both missing. So, as agreed during the negotiations with the four noble families, we will select candidates from the Kuchiki family.

The same applies to the 8th Division. Since Shikatori Hakuryuu is missing, let's choose one of her team members to be the captain. As for the 11th Division, Unohana, you will continue to be Kenpachi.

As for the other divisions, they will be selected from the Shinigami who have learned the secrets of Soul Reaper, according to the rules.

The only thing that bothers me is the Fourth Division. After Shimura Chigiri's death, it's really hard for Soul Society to find such an excellent medical Shinigami again. You know, there are already very few healing Zanpakuto.

In the Captain-Commander's office, Yamamoto Shigekuni was leisurely discussing something with Unohana.

Just then, Unohana suddenly put down her teacup, and her previously cold and even somewhat strained face softened considerably.

“I’ll take charge of the Fourth Division,” Unohana suddenly said softly. “Hmm?”

Yamamoto looked up at Unohana. Even he was a little puzzled by Unohana's words. He knew very well what Unohana Yachiru was like. She was someone who believed that "fighting is everything." The title "Kenpachi" was born because of her.

"Don't forget, my Flesh Release ability is also a healing type, and I also learned some healing techniques from Kirinji Tenjiro," Unohana said calmly.

"You've suddenly changed your personality. Is it because of the war?" Yamamoto asked. "Who knows?" Unohana replied.

“Not for now. The Eleventh Division can’t find anyone more suitable than you right now. Let’s wait a while longer,” Yamamoto said.

"Yes." Unohana didn't insist either. Time flew by.

Time seems to have no meaning for the Grim Reaper. In the blink of an eye, two years have passed in the Soul World.

Countless events have occurred in the world of Tokhun over the past two thousand years, and these events together have formed a new history for the world of Tokhun. In this new history, many things have begun to change.

First, there was the decline in the status of the four noble families and the consolidation of the ruling position of the Thirteen Guards of the Imperial Household.

The four noble families are the four oldest families in Soul Society. They are closely related to the royal family and are also relatives of each other. Generation after generation, they have produced people with extraordinary spiritual power or outstanding abilities. They receive elite education and hold important positions in the Gotei 13 and other organizations. They are responsible for protecting the main house and have the obligation to set an example for the people of Soul Society. However, in recent times, the members have either been exiled by Soul Society or have no children.

The Kuchiki family, the Shihōin family (known as the "Heavenly Armored Guard"), the Tsunayo family (who manages the Great Spirit Book Corridor), and the Shiba family were all eliminated, but the Shiba family has now been eliminated due to its weakened state.

The Kuchiki family has the closest ties to the royal family and the greatest power. Its members are the most respected among all nobles, and they have numerous servants. They are the model for all Shinigami (death gods), and their duty is to uphold and enforce the rules of the Tokonkai (world of souls).

The family line has now passed to its twenty-eighth generation, and its most outstanding successor in history—Byakuya Kuchiki. Byakuya is also the captain of the 6th Division of the Gotei 13. However, Byakuya and his deceased wife, Lady Pai, had no children. The only other known direct descendant is Rukia Kuchiki, who is not related to the Kuchiki family by blood.

The Shihōin family is known as the "Heaven-Sent Armored Division," possessing numerous divine weapons. The current head of the family is the twenty-third head, Shihōin Yūshirō. Since the defection of the former head of the family, who was also the captain of the 2nd Division of the Gotei 13, Shihōin Yoruichi, the Shihōin family has become more low-key.

The Tsunayo family is responsible for managing the Great Spirit Book Corridor. They are a family that knows all the history and information of Soul Society and have an inseparable relationship with the Soul King and the 46 Chambers. The current head of the family is named Tsunayo Tokinada, but for some reason, the Tsunayo family does not hold an important position in the Gotei 13.

Of the four noble families, the Kuchiki family has few members, the Shihōin family's reputation has been damaged, the Tsuna-Yayo family is far from the core of power, and the Shiba family has been removed from the list.

It can be said that the Soul Society is now completely free from the control of the four great noble families. On the other hand, the Gotei 13 is developing with remarkable stability.

In addition to the development of the Gotei 13, the Shinigami Academy, which complements the Gotei 13, was also established.

The Gotei 13 is an educational institution established a thousand years ago by Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni, the captain-commander of the Gotei 13, to train future Kido (demons), Onmitsukido (the secret service), and Gotei 13.

The courses range from training in "slaying fists and walking ghosts" to practical training in soul burial in the real world.

Although the course lasts six years, outstanding students can skip grades and graduate in a shorter time. The doors are always open; even those from Rukongai can enroll as long as they pass the entrance exam. In fact, almost all Shinigami from Rukongai are graduates of the academy.

Therefore, the Gotei 13 comprises almost all naturally born Shinigami in the Soul Society. Currently, the captains of the Gotei 13 are all exceptionally skilled Shinigami.

The captain of the First Division, Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni, also serves as the director of the Shinigami Academy.

Soi Fon, the captain of the 2nd Division, also serves as the commander of the "Execution Army," the captain of the 1st Division, the commander-in-chief of the Onmitsukido, and a director of the Women's Shinigami Association.

Gin Ichimaru, the captain of the Third Division, possesses superhuman talent. He graduated from the Shinigami Academy in just one year and joined the Gotei 13, earning him the reputation of a child prodigy.

Retsu Unohana, the captain of the Fourth Division, is also one of the four captains who have served the longest.

Captain Aizen Sousuke of the Fifth Division is a direct member of the Central 46 and was assigned by the Central 46 to teach at the Shinigami Academy for a period of time.

Byakuya Kuchiki, the captain of the 6th Division, is the 28th head of the Kuchiki family, one of the four great noble families.

Chapter 40: The Beginning of the Plot

The Seventh Division's member, Sajin Katsura, is a non-human soul transformed into a Shinigami (death god).

Kyoraku Shunsui, the captain of the 8th Division, was the first graduate of the Shinigami Academy to become a captain. He and Ukitake Jushiro were both beloved students of Captain-Commander Yamamoto, and he was also one of the four captains who served the longest.

Captain of the Ninth Division, Tosen Kaname.

Toshiro Hitsugaya, the captain of the 10th Division, is currently the captain of the 10th Division of the Gotei 13 in Soul Society. He is also the youngest of the current captains and is known as a "genius boy".

Kenpachi Zaraki, the eleventh captain of the 11th Division, is also the first captain in Soul Society who doesn't know how to use "Release." Mayuri Kurotsuchi, the 12th Division captain, also serves as the second director of the Technology Development Bureau.

Captain Jushiro Ukitake of the 13th Division is a disciple of Captain-Commander Genryusai Shigekuni Yamamoto, and one of the first two students to become captains since Captain-Commander Yamamoto founded the Shinigami Academy.

In the tranquil and exotic town of Karakura, lives a group of seemingly ordinary residents, each harboring their own secrets.

Among them, Mochizuki Mashiro, a girl with smooth silver hair and emerald green hair, is a classmate of Kurosaki Ichigo and Namikaze Orihime.

Mashiro is cheerful and outgoing, and has a keen eye for people. She is especially close to the gentle and kind Orihime, and the two are often inseparable, sharing every moment of their school life.

Sunlight filtered through the leaves, dappling the school playground. Students gathered in small groups, enjoying their leisurely afternoon. Mashiro and Orihime sat under the shade of a tree, eating and chatting while holding ice cream they had just bought from the convenience store.

"Orihime, you look a little different today," Mashiro teased, her eyes wide. "Is it because of Kurosaki-kun?"

Orihime's cheeks flushed instantly, and she gently nudged Mashiro: "Mashiro, don't talk nonsense. We're just good friends."

Mashiro smiled without saying a word. She knew Orihime's feelings for Ichigo Kurosaki, but she was too shy to admit it. She continued to tease Orihime until the latter was so embarrassed that she almost hid in a book before she let her go.

After school, the two walked side by side on their way home, discussing the evening's TV programs and the latest trends.

Mashiro suggested going shopping, and Orihime readily agreed. So the two of them entered the bustling shopping street and began their shopping trip.

The streets were bustling with people, and the shops were filled with all sorts of goods. Mashiro and Orihime strolled through the crowd, stopping occasionally to try on new clothes or sample delicious food. The two laughed and enjoyed this rare moment of relaxation.

"Orihime, what do you think of this dress?" Mashiro picked up a pink dress and held it up against Orihime.