XX-level Hokage

“Then I must offend you,” Saito said, as an orange gem on the hilt of Zero White's sword began to shine brightly. “Choose your path, Zero White!”

In an instant, the light of the white-orange glow transformed into a golden longsword.

Mashiro gripped the hilt of her sword and pointed it at Saito, the immortal. "Royal power!"

Saito, who was immortal, made no attempt to dodge. Instantly, an invisible force field pressed down on her.

“As expected, it’s different from spiritual pressure.” Thinking this, Saito, who was immortal, took a step closer to Mashiro. “Does the pressure Mashiro receives increase the closer he gets to her…? No, it should be said that the closer he gets to that sword.”

Seeing that Saito was immortal and could walk towards her with ease, Mashiro sighed slightly. As expected, she planted Zero White Binding in the ground, and an invisible wave spread out.

Saito, who was immortal, stopped abruptly as she approached and knelt down on the ground.

Aside from the 'Crimson Royal Authority', my Royal Authority has two uses. The first is as a straight sword. In the straight sword form, I can freely control the coverage area of ​​the Royal Authority and move freely within the area. The drawback is that the oppressive force of the Royal Authority cannot reach its maximum.

The second state is the upright sword state. In this state, the area of ​​the king's authority is fixed, and I can no longer move freely; I can only stay in the center of the king's authority's area.

However, its advantages are also very obvious: the coercive power of sovereignty can be maximized. "Look at Masashiro's explanation; he has made contact with the initial release."

Having regained his freedom, Saito, the immortal being, shrugged his shoulders and then subconsciously stuck his tongue out, but then felt that it was a bit disrespectful to do so in front of Mashiro, so he quickly retracted his tongue.

Nodding slightly, Saito Immortal said earnestly, "Your Zanpakuto is indeed very powerful, unlike mine. Kido is very important to you. In battle, after you activate your Dominion, Kido can have a surprise effect and even help you turn the tide of battle. Here's what I'll do: I'll go to Lord Yamamoto later and ask him to borrow the List of Hado. See if there's anything in it that you want to learn."

Upon hearing this, Mashiro looked at Saito Immortal with gentle eyes and said softly, "Thank you so much, Captain Saito. I will work hard to improve my Kido skills and strive to master more Hakado techniques as soon as possible."

Without looking at Mashiro, Saito, the immortal being, nodded in satisfaction: "Very good. With such resolve, you'll definitely go far. However, Oni..."

Learning the Tao requires time and patience; you cannot rush it. You must take one step at a time and build a solid foundation.

If Shijima Chigiri or Shihōin Chihiro were here, they would definitely be very otaku-like.

Saito, who is immortal, actually uttered such elder-like words. Mashiro nodded emphatically: "Yes, I will."

The immortal Sudo was incredibly efficient; the very next day, she handed the list of demonic arts to Mashiro. In the days that followed, Mashiro began to study demonic arts even more diligently.

She not only sought guidance from Saito the Immortal, but also used her spare time to read various books and materials about Kido. She knew that only by mastering more Kido techniques could she remain invincible in future battles.

Meanwhile, Saito, who is immortal, has been secretly watching Mashiro's growth. She discovered that Mashiro's progress in Kido is indeed very rapid, and in a short period of time, she has already mastered many practical skills.

This made Saito, who was immortal, very happy. She knew that Mashiro was a warrior with unlimited potential, and that as long as she had enough time and opportunity, she would definitely become a pillar of the Gotei 13.

However, just as Mashiro was fully immersed in learning Kido, a sudden message shattered the peaceful situation.

It turned out that Yhwach's awakening was much faster than expected, and his Wandenreich had begun to launch attacks throughout the Soul Society, resulting in the merciless slaughter of many Shinigami and souls.

Faced with this sudden crisis, the Gotei 13 had no choice but to take action in advance. Captain-Commander Yamamoto summoned all captains and vice-captains to discuss countermeasures.

Chapter Twenty-Two: Bloodbath (Part One)

In the conference room, all thirteen captains of the Gotei 13 were present, each seated on one side of a long table, the atmosphere solemn and dignified. Mashiro stood beside Saito Immortal, his gaze sweeping over these powerful figures at the pinnacle of the Shinigami hierarchy.

The captain of the First Division, Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni, was a burly middle-aged man dressed in a simple shihaka uniform, with an ancient samurai sword at his waist. His eyes were sharp as knives, as if they could see through everything, and his brows revealed an undeniable majesty.

Name: Yamamoto Shigekuni (Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni) Gender: Male

Soul Blade: Ryujin Jakka

Initial Explanation: All things, everything, return to ashes. Flowing Blade Like Fire!

Identity: Founder of the Gotei 13 and first captain of the 1st Division, founder of the "Genryu" style and head instructor of the "Genji" style, founder of the Shinigami Academy, possessing absolute authority in the Soul World.

Optional route: Subordinate trust level: 30

Trust value: 10 (starting point + 1)

(Already obtained)

Trust value: 50 (starting point + 3) Trust value: 90 (starting point + 5)

The second division captain, Shihouin Senhi, was a handsome young man with an elegant demeanor. He wore a shihaka robe and a sleeveless captain's haori, and a scarf.

She wore long earrings, had short white hair, dark skin, and a confident smile.

The scabbard of his Zanpakuto at his waist was a vibrant orange-red, matching his scarf.

Name: Shihōin Chihiro Gender: Male

Zanpakuto: Rensei

Initial interpretation: The heavens and earth revolve! Countless stars! A sea of ​​stars forging itself!

Identity: First Captain of the 2nd Division of the Gotei 13

Optional route: Teammate trust level: 8

信任值：10（初始点+1）信任值：50（初始点十3）信任值：90（初始点+5）

The third division captain, Yan Yuanjinle, is a middle-aged man wearing a shihaka (death robe) and a captain's haori (commander's robe). He has a thin face, wears glasses, has slicked-back hair, and a serious expression.

He was dressed in a heavy captain's uniform, with a green scabbard hanging at his waist.

Name: Yan Yuanjinle Gender: Male

Zanpakuto: Ryuga

Initial Release Phantasm: A vast expanse of sky! Shatter the cloud palace! Tear apart the dragon's fangs! Identity: First Captain of the 3rd Division of the Gotei 13 (Seireitei)

Optional route: Friends' approval rating: 15

Identification: 10 (starting point + 1)

(Already obtained)

Identification: 50 (starting points + 3) Identification: 90 (starting points + 5)

The captain of the Fourth Division, Shijima Chigiri, is a young man dressed in a black fitted suit and a sleeveless white haori. He has long gray hair tied in a ponytail, dark circles under his eyes, and freckles, and his demeanor is very dejected.

Name: Shijima Chigiri Gender: Male

Zanpakuto: Hanasanri

First interpretation: Forget the pain! (Hana-sanri)

Identity: First Captain of the 4th Division of the Gotei 13

Optional route: Teammate trust level: 40

Trust value: 10 (starting point + 1) (already obtained)

Trust value: 50 (starting point + 3) Trust value: 90 (starting point + 5)

The Fifth Division Captain, Obana Danjiro, is a muscular man wearing a shihaka outfit and a sleeveless red captain's haori. He is tall, muscular, and wears blue arm guards, and occasionally reveals a cheerful smile.

[Name: Ohana Danjiro Gender: Male

Zanpakuto: Timeless Words

Initial interpretation: Dark! Short! Unknown! Timeless!

Identity: First Captain of the 5th Division of the Gotei 13

Optional route: Friends' approval rating: 25

Identification: 10 (starting points: 1)

(Already obtained)

Identification: 50 (starting point 3) Identification: 90 (starting point 5)

The Sixth Division Captain, Saito, is immortal. She is currently standing next to Mashiro, dressed in a black fitted outfit and a sleeveless white haori, with purple twin tails and a black eyepatch over her left eye. She appears to be outside, and her expression is quite arrogant.

Name: Saito Immortal Gender: Female

Zanpakuto: Ten Thousand Frost Gods

Initial interpretation: Peaks and ridges! All things under the frosty sky!

Identity: First Captain of the 6th Division of the Gotei 13

Optional Route: Lover's Affection Level: 84

(Already obtained)

Affection level: 10 (starting points +1) Affection level: 50 (starting points +3)

(Already obtained)

Affection level: 90 (starting points + 5)

The 7th Division Captain, Nobukatsu, was dressed in a heavy fur coat and a headscarf for warmth. He was tall but thin, with a long beard and a handsome face.

He was thin with sunken eyes. His face was gloomy, and he would cough from time to time, exhaling cold air, making him look extremely fierce.

Name: Shigeno Takeshi Gender: Male

Zanpakuto: Dangaku Rippuden

Initial interpretation: Tear through the clouds! Sever the sky and split the wind!

Identity: First Captain of the 7th Division of the Gotei 13 (Seireitei) Available Route: Teammate

Trust value: 5

信任值：10（初始点+1) 信任值：50（初始点+3）信任值：90（初始点十5）］

The captain of the 8th Division, Shikatori Hakunsai, wore a white haori and a very fitted black outfit. She had her hair tied in a long ponytail, wore glasses, had a calm expression, a petite figure but a full bust, and held a strangely shaped long-handled pheasant sword in her hand.

Name: Lu Quba Yunzhai Gender: Female

Zanpakuto: Kazehanagiri

Initial interpretation: Revolve! Send off the dead! Cut the wind and flowers!

Identity: First Captain of the 8th Division of the Gotei 13

Optional Route: Lover's Affection Level: 4

好感度：10（初始点十1）好感度：50（初始点十3) 好感度：90（初始点十5）」

The captain of the Ninth Division, Hideaki Enetsu, was a burly, bald, middle-aged man with glasses. He wore an oversized black fitted suit with a white haori over it. He had a strong build, a ring of gold teeth around his lips, and looked somewhat frightening. A strange smile appeared on his lips, and he held a copper weapon that gleamed with blue light in his hand.

Name: Hisami Kentei Gender: Male

Zanpakuto: Blood Shadow Assault

Initial interpretation: Be sorrowful, Blood Shadow!

Identity: First Captain of the 9th Division of the Gotei 13