Death: This Death is a bit unorthodox.

He never used to call her that; he always addressed Captain Unohana as "Hana-nee" with great respect. Now he calls her "Retsu."

It seems this child has become much bolder...

However, having the courage requires... strength!

This shows that the child is very confident in his abilities! Extremely confident!!

They've become so confident that they're fearless towards her!

A flood of thoughts rushed through Retsu Unohana's mind, but she didn't show it, after all, she had finally made it this far.

This is a beautiful jade that I have carefully crafted; it would be bad if I scared him into backing out now.

"No need to thank me, it's what I should do." Aozaki Mayuki swallowed.

Looking at the increasingly adorable child before her, Retsu Unohana withdrew her murderous intent and smiled gently:

“Matsuki, you know what I want, just as I understand your true nature. No one in this world understands me better than you.”

Looking at the woman who was as gentle as water, Aozaki Mayuki's expression calmed down, and a faint smile appeared on her lips. There was no trace of her previous timidity.

The two gazed at each other, their silence a silent testament, their flickering eyes conveying unspoken words.

It has to be said that the two of them are birds of a feather. Even though a bloody battle is about to begin, they are both laughing more happily than the other.

Aozaki Mayuki extended a hand to Unohana Retsu, who hesitated for only a moment before a hand as white as jade was placed on it.

"I'll take you somewhere where no one will bother us."

Then, Aozaki Mayuki pulled Unohana Retsu up and led her straight out of the barracks.

The two held hands tightly, their intimacy impossible to ignore; everyone craned their necks, afraid of missing a single detail.

"Did I just see things? How come I saw Kenpachi holding Captain Unohana's hand?"

Someone slapped themselves in the face, seemingly unable to believe their eyes.

"I saw it too. As expected of Lord Kenpachi, he is truly a role model for us all!"

The Eleventh Division's barracks immediately erupted in noise.

"What a vixen!" Jiu Nanbai watched the two leave, then crossed her arms and her little face puffed up in the blink of an eye.

Seeing that the Third Seat was about to be blinded by anger, the surrounding team members quietly moved away from her to avoid being caught in the crossfire.

"Do you dare say that to Captain Unohana's face?" Gin Ichimaru chimed in, stirring things up.

"I wouldn't dare!" Jiu Nanbai immediately deflated like a wilted eggplant, pouting and saying unwillingly.

Chapter 209 Conquest

Seireitei, the underground training ground for Aozaki's gang.

"Let's make this clear first: this fight will only determine victory or defeat, not life or death."

Aozaki Mayuki looked down at Unohana Retsu, whose braids had been undone and whose hair was disheveled, and said with a smile, the scar directly below her collarbone was shocking.

"Are you afraid of losing your life here? You weren't like this before, or have years of a comfortable life made you lose your former spirit?"

Unohana Retsu frowned, her eyes turning cold, and asked with a hint of disappointment.

"I just don't want to lose you, so I'm letting you know in advance."

Even someone with low emotional intelligence would know that Retsu Unohana was already angry, but her cold face did not sway Mayuki Aozaki's mind.

Unohana Retsu was taken aback. "You are indeed much bolder than before." She shook her head and said with a smile, "I can promise you that there is no need for us to fight to the death."

"If I kill the Captain-Commander's beloved disciple, the Captain-Commander will probably come after me to my death."

"However, you know my abilities. I can heal ordinary injuries as long as there is still a breath left, so you will have to use all your strength."

"Even if you lose this time, with your talent you can continue to grow, and we can keep fighting!"

As soon as she finished speaking, Retsu Unohana's expression suddenly changed, revealing a sinister smile that was as chilling as a demon from hell.

"Ah! That's right! Let's fight for eternity!!" Aozaki Mayuki grinned, his handsome face contorting wildly. "Make me happy, Unohana Retsu!"

"You really are... the man I've chosen! Finally... finally... this day has come!!"

Unohana Retsu, eager to draw her Zanpakuto, was so excited that her face turned red, and her eyes were filled with intense excitement and fighting spirit.

Hearing her words, Aozaki Mayuki couldn't help but smile.

I have to admit she's a crazy woman, but she suits Aozaki Mayuki's taste perfectly.

"bring it on."

Everything unfolded as the two had anticipated, so there was no need for further words.

Retsu Unohana raised her long, curved katana, its cold gleam radiating a chilling aura and an overwhelming killing intent.

Whoosh! !

Unohana Retsu's figure vanished from the spot in an instant. Driven by spiritual pressure, her entire body unleashed terrifying speed and power, creating fleeting tearing sounds in the air and generating waves of spiritual energy.

Faced with a "monstrous genius" whom even Yamamoto acknowledges, Retsu Unohana has no need to hold back, nor does she have the right to do so.

With her spiritual pressure amplified without reservation, her speed even surpassed that of Yoruichi Shihouin, whose title of "Instant God" had already been recognized by old man Yamamoto!

Her speed was so fast that even ordinary captains like Kensei Rokkaku of the Gotei 13 would probably have difficulty tracking Retsu Unohana's movements.

Aozaki Mayuki felt a sudden gust of wind sweep over her, carrying a sharp and fierce aura.

He stepped forward without fear, his eyes fixed on the gradually clearing figure, while brandishing his long sword, ready to meet the approaching blade.

Clang!

In an instant, a crisp impact sound rang out all around.

The myriad phenomena of the universe collided violently with the flesh-eating creature, stirring up a wave of spiritual energy.

These spiritual particles spread rapidly from the blade like ripples, forming a powerful gust of wind that whipped the two people's long hair, causing it to fly wildly.

Aozaki Mayuki exerted force, and Unohana Retsu was forced to take a step back under the impact of this immense power.

She quickly changed her grip on the knife, using both hands to firmly hold the handle, which barely allowed her to steady herself.

A look of surprise appeared on Retsu Unohana's face.

It was clearly incomprehensible why, despite their spiritual pressure being roughly equal, they were at a disadvantage in a pure contest of strength.

She had absolute confidence in her own abilities, but everything that was happening before her eyes left her confused and surprised.

Only at this moment did Retsu Unohana truly realize that the little man standing in front of her was no longer the same as before.

The child who used to be timid and hesitant in front of her has now grown into a true strong person.

If it had been another captain, slightly weaker, who had taken Aozaki Mayuki's attack head-on without releasing their Zanpakuto at that moment, the consequences would have been unimaginable.

At best, it can cause injury; at worst, it can kill you on the spot!

However, she is an unprecedented and unparalleled villain in the history of Soul Society, and one of the strongest Shinigami in the Gotei 13.

"As expected... she's very strong..."

This power.

He's practically monster strong!

It is incomprehensible and cannot be understood.

I simply can't understand how this small man could unleash such terrifying power.

Retsu Unohana snapped out of her daze, her smile widening, her fervent excitement and exhilaration barely concealed!

Only the strong can enjoy the thrill of battle; what's the point of crushing the weak?

"He truly is the man I admire!"

"Matsuki, only a man like you is worthy to be my lifelong rival!!"

As soon as he finished speaking, a visible blue spiritual pressure emanated from Retsu Unohana's body.

Slash!

Still a slash!

Continuously!

Unohana Retsu paused slightly, looked around, held her sword horizontally in front of her chest with both hands, and slowly fell down, mixed with blue spiritual pressure.

More blades flashed towards her, and Retsu Unohana no longer had time to distinguish whether they were feints or real attacks, just like that lesson decades ago when she was the teacher and he was the student.

Now they are on the same level.

Without hesitation, and without considering any consequences, the storm of blades slashed out once again.

What is fighting? It's simply wielding the sword in your hand!

Aozaki Mayuki did not back down; instead, she took a step forward in the face of the imminent storm.

The long sword in his hand was like a phantom, dazzling the eyes.

Heavy, swift!

Unohana Retsu let her instincts control her body, and without needing to think, the long sword in her hand moved.

Completely absorbed in the moment, Unohana Retsu, like an elegant dancer, slashed through the air with a sharp whistle.

At point-blank range, Aozaki Mayuki blocked every blade of light from every angle.

This man and that child are indeed different.

Unohana Retsu felt a stinging sensation in her chest wound again.

If the child was a mad and dangerous beast, then the man was a swordsman just like himself.

Her body was gradually falling behind the other's pace. Logically speaking, she had fought for hundreds of years before sheathing her sword, and her swordsmanship had been honed through endless blood and pain. She shouldn't be inferior to the little man in front of her.

But that's the reality. No matter how I strike, my attack will be blocked, and no matter how tricky the angle, it will be seen through.

The bloodstains on his body were increasing, but there were no fatal wounds, clearly indicating that the young man had held back.

But that won't do. When fighting, one should not fear death, whether it is one's own or that of the opponent.

"Isn't that enough? You want to conquer me, don't you?" Unohana Retsu said as she brandished her sword.