Infinite: Start as a ghost

Five swords, each with different attributes and spiritual pressure comparable to the Zero Division, vanished from this world.

They were used as food and were all incorporated into Jiang Jiu's Zanpakuto.

Three months have passed.

A Zanpakuto that could reach the heavens and the earth appeared in Jiang Jiu's hand.

"My Zanpakuto, my old friend, you deserve a new name, a name worthy of you."

"God-Slaying Blade!"

Chapter 258 Don't forget you're also a human being.

Holding his new Zanpakuto, Jiang Jiu was overjoyed.

The Spirit King's voice came from afar: "It seems you have succeeded."

“Yes.” Jiang Jiu sincerely expressed his gratitude to him: “This is all because of your support.”

King Ling was silent for a moment: "Actually, even without me, you can still do it, can't you?"

Jiang Jiu nodded: "The way things have turned out is indeed unexpected. Without your support, I would have used other means to accomplish this."

"I will wreak havoc in the Seireitei and threaten Nimaiya Oetsu with the Soul Society and countless lives in the human world."

"Or we can use the Hōgyoku to complete this step."

"I cannot easily succeed, but when the Quincy attack the Spirit King's Palace, I can also infiltrate the Spirit King's Palace. It will only take two years at most."

King Ling sighed, "It seems that you are destined to complete this step, and no one can stop you."

“That’s right.” Jiang Jiu nodded in agreement. “However, if possible, I wouldn’t want to use those methods.”

King Ling understood his meaning.

The first option disrupts the balance of the three realms, and the Spirit King will inevitably intervene to stop it. At that time, the situation will spiral out of control and may very well lead to the destruction of the three realms.

The second option would greatly delay the progress of the Hogyoku fusion, which is also a price that Jiang Jiu is reluctant to pay.

With the support of the Spirit King, these options are no longer options.

The Spirit King laughed, "To integrate the royal seal into the Zanpakuto, you really have an idea."

Jiang Jiu gave a wry smile: "Actually, there's nothing we can do about it."

"You know the power of those five Zanpakuto. If I don't find a way to increase the spiritual pressure of my own sword, I simply can't control them."

“Your idea is correct,” said the Spirit King. “The Blade of Godslayer, what a fine name.”

"Not bad?" Jiang Jiu laughed somewhat awkwardly: "I just wanted to show off. To be honest, this name is a bit cringey."

“I don’t think so,” said the Spirit King. “This name contains boundless domineering power and the determination to forge a new path.”

"God represents a powerful enemy, an invincible enemy."

"Slaying Gods means that no matter how difficult the road ahead may be, we will forge ahead without fear."

"The God-Slaying Blade represents the rise of a king, achieved by slaying gods!"

Jiang Jiu smiled and said, "Thank you for giving such a profound meaning to the name of my knife."

"Hmm... your Chinese teacher is quite good at reading comprehension, right?"

King Ling laughed heartily; he rarely felt so happy, as no one had ever joked with him like this before.

He possesses omniscience and omnipotence, so he naturally knows how rich and colorful modern human society is. He is not an old-fashioned person, so of course he knows what kind of joke Jiang Jiu is making.

"I don't have a Mandarin teacher, but I think I'm quite suitable to be one."

“Then let’s do it,” Jiang Jiu said. “Why not?”

"Now you have your own body, and you are free."

"Being the Spirit King doesn't prevent you from living the life of an ordinary person."

"You are the Spirit King, but you are more than just a Spirit King. Don't forget that you are also a human being."

King Ling was stunned, deeply shocked.

"Can... I do it?"

"Of course you can," Jiang Jiu said with a smile. "Is there any reason why you can't?"

King Ling remained silent.

"You haven't abandoned your duties as the Spirit King, nor have you been prevented from exercising your powers as the Spirit King, so why can't you?"

King Ling suddenly covered his face and wept bitterly.

"I am human, I am human, I am a living, breathing human being."

“You’ve done your part to protect this world for millions of years. It’s worth it,” Jiang Jiu comforted him. “Let’s go. I’ve been here for a year, and I need to go back to Hueco Mundo.”

"There's a small bet waiting for me to decide; let's go together."

"Let's go to Hueco Mundo together, and then let's go to the real world together."

"Live well as a true human being, Spirit King."

"No, Ginjo Kugo."

King Ling wiped away his tears, composed himself, and slowly shook his head: "Thank you for your kindness, but I won't go."

"Why?" Jiang Jiu asked, puzzled. "Wouldn't it be good to experience real life?"

"Very good," King Ling said with a smile, "but my duty is not yet complete."

"One year left, there's still one year left."

“If I survive this ordeal, I will do as you said and experience the life of a Mandarin teacher.”

"Alright." Seeing that King Ling said so, Jiang Jiu did not insist anymore: "Then I'm leaving, see you later."

"Um……"

In just one year, their relationship improved considerably, truly living up to what the Spirit King had said before: Jiang Jiu was the guest, and the Spirit King was the host.

The two were like true friends.

"Oh, right, there's one more thing I want to know before I leave: Ginjou Kūgo's soul..."

“In the Soul Society,” the Soul King explained, “I merely possessed his body; I did not destroy his soul.”

"He died just like a normal person, and his soul was sent to Soul Society."

"Understood." Jiang Jiu smiled again and stepped into the passage.

Soul Society, Rukongai, Shiba Mansion.

Shiba Ganju personally poured tea for the two people opposite him.

"I haven't been in Soul Society for long, but I didn't expect Rukongai to be in such a dilapidated state."

"Hey boy, why are you dressed in modern clothes here? I don't understand."

"Having enough spiritual pressure is enough," Guest A said with a smile to Guest B. "I'm actually curious why you're wearing ancient costume."

"However, let's ask this gentleman why he invited us."

Shiba Ganju took a delicious sip: "Naturally, we want to strengthen the Shiba clan. You are very strong, so we would like to invite you to become our Shiba clan's retainers."

The real Ginjo Kūgo didn't rush to answer, but instead asked, "Do you have any sake? I don't really like tea."

Tang Guanyin Temple, being a guest, followed suit and took a sip of tea: "Boy, we should be polite. The host poured tea for us, so we shouldn't be picky."

Ginjo Kūgo looked at him with a puzzled expression: "To be honest, I don't quite understand you."

"Your spiritual pressure doesn't seem like that of a Shinigami, nor a Hollow, nor a Quincy or a Fullbringer. What is going on with you?"

Tang Guanyin Temple put down her teacup: "BOY, you've stumped me. I don't understand what you're talking about."

Shiba Ganju said, "He is someone's reincarnation, but I haven't found out whose reincarnation it is yet. I only know that he is a very important person."

"Really?" Ginjou Kūgo asked, "Are you sure?"

“I’m not sure.” Shiba Ganju shook his head. “But the unusual spiritual power within him is proof enough, isn’t it?”

Ginjo Sougo stared thoughtfully at Tang Guanyin Temple, making him feel uneasy all over.

Chapter 259 Dao Yu Gen Aura

A dotted circle.

Jiang Jiu arrived at Xu Ye Palace: "Am I not too late?"

Zhicheng Shuang stared intently at Jiang Jiu: "You haven't changed much in a year."

"What changes do you want me to undergo?" Jiang Jiu laughed, "I've only been forging new Zanpakuto at the Spirit King Palace, what changes could there be?"

"How did you forge one of those dozen or so Zanpakuto?" Soujiro asked curiously.

“Only the forging method of Nimaiya Oetsu and the environment of the Phoenix Palace can achieve this; neither can be lacking,” Jiang Jiu said with a smile. “Otherwise, we would have to rely on the abilities of certain special Zanpakuto.”

“Perhaps, Mayuri Kurotsuchi could have done it when he was alive,” Souya Azajo said. “I wonder if Shin and Szayelaporro could have done it.”

"Aren't we here to determine the outcome?" Jiang Jiu laughed heartily. "How much longer?"

Mole City Shuang also calculated the time: "Half a month..."

"Alright, then I'll wait here for half a month." Jiang Jiu laughed heartily again and returned to his room.

After resting for a night, Jiang Jiu continued practicing the Flying Blade Kick.

Now, his Instant Step and Spirit Transformation are well-mastered, but his Resonant Step is still lacking, and his Flying Kick is the most unfamiliar to him.

Over the next two weeks, he wanted to try to master both the Flying Kick and the Spinning Kick.

Meanwhile, the Fullbringers finally found their target.

Actually, it should be said that the other party took the initiative to come to us.

Weihans Industrial Company.

This is the final headquarters of the Fullbringers, and also Yukio's company.