Death: This Death is a bit unorthodox.

He decided to choose a more gradual and stable approach to achieve evolution and to try to explore whether there were other new evolutionary possibilities.

He still has time.

Besides collecting the Spirit King's organs, helping the women increase their strength is also one of his current goals.

More strength means more security.

"Volunteer?" Unohana Retsu tilted her head.

Someone actually agreed to participate in such a dangerous experiment? Could it be that they were forced to volunteer?

“You should also know Ryusui and Izumo; they are the fourth and fifth seats of our squad,” said Aozaki Mazuki.

Unohana Retsu showed an expression of understanding, and even felt that the answer was somewhat obvious.

The entire Gotei 13 knew that these two were die-hard fans of Aozaki Mayuki, and were even said to be high-ranking members of "Tsuki no Hana," Aozaki Mayuki's male fan group.

That organization was full of die-hard fans of Aozaki Mayuki, and the chairman was none other than the famous 11th Division Vice-Captain, Ichimaru Gin.

“No wonder, if you just said one word, they would probably be willing to die.” Unohana Retsu nodded.

“I never doubt their loyalty.” Aozaki Mayuki’s voice was completely calm.

"Once they successfully master etherealization, it will be your turn next."

“I’ll wait for that day.” Retsu Unohana thought for a moment, “Anyway, it has nothing to do with me; it’s your children who will be sad.”

“They did it voluntarily.” Aozaki Mayuki sighed. “Okay, you win… But Yoruichi and the others can really sleep. They’ve been up for so long.”

"I used a sedative on them while they were asleep. They were so tired, and from a doctor's perspective, they needed to rest. They should sleep for a few more hours," said Retsu Unohana.

Aozaki Mayuki glanced at her in surprise, thinking to herself, "Can you change that gentle expression? You can do something so wicked without batting an eye."

Chapter 225 Hollowing Out

“We really are a match made in heaven!” Aozaki Mayuki said shamelessly.

Unohana Retsu suddenly turned around and sat facing Aozaki Mayuki, placing her hands on his shoulders.

"Hey, hey, I was just expressing my feelings, there's no need to get so worked up!" Aozaki Mayuki hurriedly said. Her abnormally flushed face clearly indicated she was about to go berserk, and he certainly didn't want to fight this woman in this state.

Their faces were very close together.

You're right.

Aozaki Mayuki paused for a moment, her gaze falling on Unohana Retsu's face.

Two striking blushes appeared on Unohana Retsu's face, and Aozaki Mayuki noticed that Unohana Retsu's body temperature was starting to rise...

"It's nothing, I'm actually quite pleased," Retsu Unohana said casually.

"Huh? You're only telling me you're happy now? That kind of emotion is so contagious!"

Aozaki Mayuki was shocked. Would he be able to leave this bathroom today?

…………

Gotei 13, Captain-Commander's Office.

On the long table lay a paper report, stamped with the seal of the Twelfth Division, which had delivered it here on the night of the attack.

Yamamoto put the documents aside, closed his eyes and pondered, and the atmosphere suddenly became somewhat heavy.

Kisuke Urahara didn't dare to breathe too loudly; he certainly didn't dare to act nonchalant in front of Yamamoto.

He knew what had happened on his way here.

The ruler of Soul Society has been attacked again, and the extent of the damage is under investigation.

Last time, the Gotei 13 was able to rush to provide support, but this time, when the Tsunayo family was attacked, the Gotei 13 didn't even know it had happened.

This was undoubtedly blamed on the captain-in-chief by the nobles.

The strongest armed force in Soul Society, bearing the name of the Gotei 13, has failed to protect the rulers of the Seireitei, and the nobles have already turned their grievances to the Central 46 Chambers.

Yamamoto nodded. "The research institute of the Technology Development Bureau needs repairs. I will apply for funding from the Central 46th Division. Do you need any other assistance?"

"Thank you, Captain. As long as we have the funds, repairs are a small matter for us." Kisuke Urahara waved his hand. "We lack nothing but money."

"You don't need to worry about funding," Yamamoto said. "Have you identified the intruders in this incident?"

“No.” Kisuke Urahara shook his head. “However, we have discovered that a researcher has gone missing, which is very likely related to this intrusion incident. We are sending people to look for him.”

"Go find Captain Kyoraku Shunsui. I'll have the Eighth Division cooperate with your search," Yamamoto said calmly, then slightly opened his narrowed eyes.

"We must not allow these despicable individuals to continue trampling on the dignity of Seireitei. Do you understand, Captain Urahara Kisuke?"

"Yes, I'll take care of it right away. I'll go to the Eighth Division immediately." Kisuke Urahara hurriedly lowered his head, more respectful than ever before.

Anyone could see that the old man was suppressing his anger.

I'm not this old man's disciple, so now is definitely not a good time to provoke him!

…………

The underground training ground at Shuangji Hill.

“Come here, Ryusui, Izumo.” Aozaki Mayuki looked up.

Footsteps sounded, and Ryusui and Izumo pushed open the door and walked in, stopping in front of Aozaki Mayuki. They had been waiting for a long time.

"This is a glorious evolution!" Aozaki Mayuki glanced at them. "I'll ask you one last time, are you ready? It's not too late to regret it now."

"Yes, Lady Shingetsu, I'm ready."

Their eyes were filled with fervor and adoration, without a trace of doubt or questioning.

"If you fail and fall into nothingness, I will kill you with my own hands."

That being said, Aozaki Mayuki was actually quite confident about this experiment.

In the original work, the Visoreds were first Hollowfied by Aizen, and then saved by Kisuke Urahara using the half-finished Hogyoku.

Now that he has fused with the fully awakened Hogyoku, there is no reason for him to fail.

"Let us become sharp blades in Lord Shingetsu's hands, even if we die, we will not regret it!"

Liushui and Chuyun nodded firmly.

Even high-ranking Shinigami like them know that coming into contact with Hollowfied power is a dangerous thing.

After all, Hollows are the mortal enemies of the Shinigami, and to come into contact with such power without authorization is a grave sin.

But they still have to do it.

Aozaki Mayuki nodded and gently tapped their foreheads with two fingers.

Hogyoku?

Aozaki Mayuki did not intend to let them know about the existence of the Hogyoku.

It's not that I doubt their loyalty, it's just that the abilities in this world are incredibly diverse, and sometimes whether or not someone knows what you're thinking isn't up to your own will.

Not to mention them, even Aozaki Mayuki's lover didn't know that he had a Hogyoku in his chest. When they were completely open with each other, this was the only thing that was hidden away, and he had no idea how powerful this precious gem was.

The two quickly let out a wail, white, liquid spiritual pressure covering their faces.

Aozaki Mayuki stood before them, waiting for them to go berserk and attack him, until he mastered the power of Hollowfication.

The two were not particularly talented, and it took them hundreds of years to become high-ranking officials. It would probably take them thousands of years to become vice-captains, but their spiritual pressure was already at the level of vice-captains.

This was the result of Aozaki Mayuki using the power of the Hogyoku to force their potential to grow unchecked in order to complete the Hollowfication experiment.

To master Hollowfication, one must possess spiritual pressure at the vice-captain level; otherwise, one will inevitably be consumed by the immense spiritual pressure brought about by Hollowfication, ultimately leading to the collapse of one's spiritual body.

The eyes of Liushui and Chuyun suddenly burst forth with a scarlet light, as if they were being devoured by an uncontrollable force, and their reason gradually blurred and dissipated.

The pure white spiritual pressure viscous liquid seeped out of their bodies continuously, spreading rapidly like a tide and completely enveloping their bodies in the blink of an eye.

As this bizarre change occurred, their bodies swelled rapidly, eventually transforming into two enormous creatures nearly three meters tall.

"Roar!!"

"Roar!!"

A deafening roar suddenly erupted, like a thunderclap, unleashing wave after wave of surging air currents.

These two roars were filled with boundless violence and savagery, seemingly intent on tearing everything around them apart.

It is no coincidence that Ryusui and Izumo are of similar age, but the former has a higher position than the latter.

In its normal state, Liu Shui possesses the strength of a vice-captain at the peak of the fourth level of spiritual power. After becoming ethereal, it touches upon the realm of the third level of spiritual power, which can be said to have surpassed the scope of ordinary strongmen.

In comparison, Izumo is slightly inferior.

He possesses the fourth-level spiritual power, and after becoming ethereal, he can reach the peak level of the fourth-level spiritual power.

However, it is clear that the Hollowfication achieved by the Awakened Hogyoku brings an absolutely terrifying increase in power!

This Hollowfication is more perfect than the Visoreds in the original work, which was merely Aizen's failed attempt.

After the flowing water and Izumo completed their ethereal transformation, their spiritual pressure level increased by more than half a level, more than five times.

But the increase in spiritual pressure is secondary; what's evident from their actions is that their fundamental abilities have undergone a leap forward!

Chapter 226 Accident

"Yu Ji - Fei Lian!"

With that soft shout, the wind suddenly shifted and became violent.

Like a ferocious beast, it opened its blood-red maw and tightly gripped the ethereal flowing water and clouds, making them unable to escape.

In the blink of an eye, the wind field formed an unbreakable cage, trapping them firmly within it.

The terrifying pressure was as heavy as a mountain, pressing down on the flowing water and the clouds, making them unable to move, as if they were being suppressed by an invisible mountain.

Their bodies began to make chilling cracking sounds, as if they might collapse at any moment.

Aozaki Mayuki stood quietly in place, her gaze sharp as she stared at the flowing water and Izumo trapped in the wind field.

A hint of anticipation flickered in his eyes, as if he were waiting for some miracle to happen.

Time ticked by, and an hour passed, yet the flowing water and drifting clouds showed no sign of dispelling their ethereal appearance.