Death: This Death is a bit unorthodox.

Despite uttering terrifying words, they inexplicably gave people a sense of peace.

"This... compared to this, the safety of the Three Realms is more..."

Before the girl could finish speaking, Aozaki Mayuki raised her hand to interrupt her.

"Speaking of which, you were the one who asked me to do this. You should know that asking for favors comes at a price, right?"

Aozaki Mayuki's eyes sharpened, his gaze like two sharp swords piercing Kujo Nozomi's heart.

"cost?"

Kujo Nozomi was slightly taken aback; she didn't understand why the price was suddenly mentioned.

Isn't the Captain-Commander of the Gotei 13 supposed to be dedicated to protecting the world?

Does this guy expect a reward for the intelligence he provided that is so closely related to world security?

And why does this dialogue sound so awful?

"Speaking of cost... there seems to be very few things in this world more precious than life."

Aozaki Mayuki stroked the girl's head, grinning to reveal a set of white teeth.

His smile looked very bright, but it wasn't annoying.

"Since that's the case, I'll let you live."

"What?" The girl was stunned and asked in confusion.

Aozaki Mayuki smiled slightly and said firmly:

"You just can't give up your life."

"However, there are too many dangers in this world, and it is safest to stay by my side."

"From now on, to make up for this price, stay by my side and I will protect you."

Aozaki Mayuki continued talking to herself, completely unaware of the impact her words had on the girl.

The girl was startled, a warm feeling welling up inside her.

But just as he was about to speak, he was interrupted by a sudden knock on the door.

Bambieta pushed open the door and walked in. After giving Aozaki Mayuki a standard bow, she respectfully said:

"Reporting to Master, Aizen has sent another message, saying that there are important matters to discuss and urging you to return to Soul Society as soon as possible."

Upon hearing this news, Kujo Nozomi's heart skipped a beat, and she couldn't help but start to worry.

She was no stranger to Aizen. As the vice-captain of the First Division, he held a very important position and his strength was recognized by Inaba Kagerousa.

The fact that Aizen is urging Aozaki Mayuki to return to Soul Society so urgently must mean that something significant has happened.

Could it be that Inaba Kagerousa has already begun his operation?

Kujo Nozomi secretly speculated that it was very likely that her act of escaping the Dangai had thoroughly enraged the other party.

After all, they are all individuals split from the same soul, and are intricately connected to each other.

Their purpose is to help the original souls better adapt to the power of the Zanpakuto.

Thinking of this, a sense of worry arose in Kujo Nozomi's heart.

According to the original plan, once they were able to use their respective Zanpakuto with ease, they were to merge into one and bring that man back.

Having escaped on his own, Inaba Kagerouza will definitely not stand idly by...

She had to make a choice.

Should they continue their escape, disregarding the safety of others?

Or should I sacrifice myself to make that dangerous guy quiet down for now?

She unconsciously looked at Aozaki Mayuki, trying to find the answer from him.

But all I saw was Aozaki Mayuki gently shaking her head, her face full of helplessness.

"I really can't do anything with him, I'm going back now."

"Oh, by the way, go and tell Akane to get ready, I will bring them both back with me."

After saying that, Aozaki Mayuki turned her head and looked at the girl.

What are you worried about?

"My Gotei 13 will naturally be protected by me personally."

"the same as you!"

Having lured two more girls, Aozaki Mayuki was in high spirits and, with Amano Minaka's help, opened a spatial passage.

And so, Aozaki Mayuki, Akane Shizuku, and Kujo Nozomi stepped into Soul Society together.

Whether by choice or by force, the two girls have followed Aozaki Mayuki.

Along the way, not a single member of the patrol team came up to ask the captain why he was wandering the streets with two girls he didn't know during working hours.

Everyone seemed completely unconcerned; they were clearly already very used to it.

What kind of image does this man have in the eyes of these Grim Reapers?

The two girls seemed to be deep in thought when the tall man in front of them also stopped.

"Two blocks away is the First Division."

His gentle tone calmed the two girls' troubled minds.

"Just how good are you at dealing with girls?"

Akane Shizuku pouted.

Aozaki Mayuki didn't answer, but waved her hand with a grin.

Who are you trying to fool by pretending to be shy?

The two petite and charming young girls rolled their eyes in unison, as if they were filled with contempt for the man's actions.

Just as they were internally ranting and raving, Aozaki Mayuki's expression suddenly changed, and the smile vanished as quickly as the tide.

Suddenly, he raised his arm, drawing a graceful semi-circular arc in the air, and then extended a long, slender, and fair finger.

There was a crisp "clang".

A cold light flashed, and an incomparably sharp sword appeared, its blade gleaming with a chilling light.

In the blink of an eye, the blade collided violently with that slender fingertip.

The newcomer had clearly concentrated all his power into this one strike.

Its speed was extraordinary; it was about to sever Aozaki Mayuki's vital neck in the blink of an eye.

However, unexpectedly, at the very moment the sword was drawn, the tall and slender figure standing in front of him, towering like a mountain, appeared.

Like a ghost, a giant hand suddenly reached out and, in a bizarre way that no ordinary grim reaper could possibly do, forcefully blocked the swift attack.

Chapter 453 Bad Luck

In an instant, it seemed as if countless sparks were scattered, dazzling and eye-catching.

The newcomer's eyes, which were originally as sharp as a hawk's, widened in shock as he stared incredulously at the man who had suddenly raised his hand to block the attack.

"What a fast reaction speed! Any other captain, except for the top few, would definitely not be able to avoid my strike."

The visitor was secretly amazed, but his hands did not stop moving in the slightest.

Without hesitation, he quickly retreated a few steps, creating a safe distance between himself and the other party.

As if afraid that the other party would cut off his head with a single blow, he twisted his wrist to raise the long sword above his head, then raised his left hand and gripped the hilt with both hands.

The attacker trembled violently, as if swallowed by fear; his face was as pale as paper, and his eyes revealed unspeakable panic.

However, Aozaki Mayuki found this performance somewhat amusing, yet his smile still carried a chilling undertone.

"Captain Yixin, what are you doing?"

Despite asking this question aloud, Aozaki Mayuki's mind was already racing.

He secretly pondered how to showcase his extraordinary strength and shine in front of the two girls.

Unexpectedly, Shiba Isshin suddenly grinned, a smile that was as chilling as that of an evil villain.

He burst into loud laughter:

"Commander-in-Chief, now that things have come to this, there's no need to say such things, is there?"

"You can only blame your bad luck; the two people we need happen to be in your hands."

"Today is your death day!"

As soon as he finished speaking, without Aozaki Mayuki needing to consciously sense it, several powerful spiritual pressures suddenly surged out from all directions.

In the blink of an eye, a sound like a sudden storm rang out—

Swish swish swish!!

Immediately afterwards, a series of agile figures gradually solidified like phantoms, appearing in the surroundings with a few swift steps.

Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be a group of familiar faces.

Second Division Captain, Shihouin Yushiro Sakimune.

Captain of the Sixth Division, Byakuya Kuchiki.

Captain of the 8th Division, Kyoraku Shunsui.

Kenpachi Zaraki, captain of the 11th Division.

And, the captain of the 13th Division, Jushiro Ukitake.

They were all imposing figures, radiating a suffocating pressure, clearly indicating that they had come with ill intentions.

The five captains appeared suddenly as if they were divine soldiers descending from the sky. The powerful aura emanating from them seemed to solidify the surrounding air, making the originally smooth airflow become unusually heavy and viscous.

Faced with such a grand scene, the two naive girls couldn't help but feel timid, and their gazes involuntarily turned to Aozaki Mayuki, seeking a bit of comfort and support.

"Protect them well, I'm going to stretch my muscles!"