Bleach: Getting Stronger Starting from Teaching at the Spiritual Arts Academy

This aggregate of spiritual particles could barely be discerned as resembling a mouse.

July asked, "Can this technology be used to cultivate spiritual pressure cores now?"

“We can cultivate spiritual pressure cores, but we cannot cultivate spiritual pressure cores that can be used by the Baiyunsai.” Hikifune Kiryu shook his head and continued, “There is still one problem that has not been solved.”

"If we connect the spiritual pressure core we cultivated with the lock and soul sleep of the Bayunzai, her body will regain the ability to generate spiritual pressure on its own."

"But her spiritual pressure is too strong. That fragile spiritual pressure core simply cannot withstand her spiritual pressure and will be crushed by it instantly."

"The soul I nurtured lacks the potential for growth, and the spiritual pressure core I cultivated is insufficient to bear her spiritual pressure."

July nodded; he understood the challenges this technology presented.

The spiritual pressure core cultivated by Kiryu using this technology is essentially a young heart, completely unable to support the functions of an adult body.

To replace the spiritual pressure core of Ba Yunzhai using this technology, the issue of soul growth must be addressed. A spiritual pressure core capable of bearing the intensity of Ba Yunzhai's spiritual pressure needs to be cultivated.

July felt the gaze on the side and looked up to see Kisuke Urahara sizing him up.

"So you're Shikagiri Nanatsuki? Your Soul-Gathering Pill technology is truly groundbreaking, it's greatly accelerated the captain's research progress," Urahara Kisuke said with a faint smile. "Isn't the captain going to recruit him?"

Kisuke Urahara had just overheard the conversation between Nanatsu Shikatori and Kiryu Hikifune, and realized that Nanatsu Shikatori was very interested in their research.

"Well, I would really like to invite Shikatori-kun to join the lab, but he seems to prefer teaching at the Spirit Arts Academy." Kiryuu Hikifune shook his head helplessly.

"Captain Hikifune, I've only been promoted recently, you should let me be the head of the swordsmanship club for a few more days, right?" July joked. "If I ever don't want to teach at the Spirit Arts Academy anymore, I'll definitely consider the 12th Division first."

July didn't completely rule it out; he was genuinely starting to consider joining the 12th Division, but he was considering the position of the 12th Division Captain.

"Hahahaha—you said that to Unohana too, didn't you? You're such a little rascal!" Kiryuu laughed loudly.

“It’s still different. After all, you can’t get Captain Hikifune’s cooking in the Fourth Division,” July said.

Chapter 135 A bold idea

Shikatori Dojo —

Shiba Isshin had already changed into the dojo uniform of Shikatori Dojo, with four bells tied to his belt and cuffs.

Holding a huge sailfish-shaped wooden sword, he swung it continuously, the bells on his body jingling with each movement.

"Raise it a little higher, has Suzhen forgotten how to practice?" July tapped Shiba Isshin's hand with a wooden sword.

"Teacher, this is too difficult! This wooden sword is so heavy, and I have to keep an eye on controlling the bell with my spiritual pressure..." Shiba Isshin groaned.

“It takes time for you to get used to it; it’s not something you can master in a short period of time,” July said.

Because Shiba Isshin's foundation was better than that of the other disciples when they entered the sect, July had higher expectations for him.

He was immediately put into advanced spiritual pressure control training.

This is Shiba Isshin's first time experiencing this training method, and he needs some time to adapt.

"Teacher, can you teach me swordsmanship directly?" Shiba Isshin asked.

"You're too impatient. You can't be distracted. Cultivation starts with cultivating your mind." July gently tapped Shiba Isshin's head with her wooden sword. "The Shikatori-ryu method of training spiritual pressure control is already quite fast. Strong spiritual pressure control is the foundation of becoming a strong person. Mastering this will allow you to stand out among people of the same level in terms of spiritual pressure."

Shiba Isshin shrank back, quickly saying, "I'll practice..."

In July, I will check on the other disciples' cultivation progress again.

After the real sword competition ended, July continued to assign new training tasks to the four members of the Mochishiro Kana group.

Cilantro Mochi's right hand still needs some time to recover, so in July, she was taught "finger sword," a move that can be practiced with the left hand.

Hirako Mako is practicing the ghost way.

He was also interested in the Way of the Demon and didn't want to specialize only in swordsmanship.

Kensei Muguruma is currently training in the "Chasing Wind" sword technique. When his Zanpakuto is used in conjunction with the "Chasing Wind" technique, its power will be even greater.

Kotsubaki Jin'emon, on the other hand, is practicing the "Flowing Light" sword technique.

He has also completed the swordsmanship training that was previously arranged for Aizen Sousuke:

[Disciple Aizen Sousuke has completed a sword technique training session; reward settled.]

[Reward: 5000 Universal Experience Points]

[Reward: Sword Skill - Wave Breaker (Beginner Level)]

Aizen Sousuke has already learned "Wave Breaker," and the reward for this training mission is also "Wave Breaker."

Just as July was pondering what to teach Aizen Sousuke next, he suddenly made his request:

"Teacher, can you teach me how to answer?"

"Are you interested in the Return Path?" July raised an eyebrow.

Aizen Sousuke wouldn't have become interested in the Reido (path of rebirth) for no reason. Reido, medical knowledge, and spiritual bodies are closely related. He felt that Aizen Sousuke might have become interested in the spiritual body, which was why he thought of learning the Reido.

“I think the Return Path is very useful. If I can master it, it might come in very handy in the future,” Aizen Sousuke said with a smile.

He often sneaked into Seireitei at night, infiltrating the homes of nobles living on the noble streets to read books.

After reading for a period of time, he had learned many secrets from the book and was no longer completely ignorant of the world.

He is now curious about something deeper—the nature of death.

“Then I’ll teach you how to return to the Dao.” July nodded.

Even if he doesn't interfere, Aizen Sousuke will eventually embark on the path of spiritual research.

In July, he also had the idea of ​​doing spiritual research. Rather than letting Aizen Sousuke do it on his own, he thought it would be better to intervene early so that Aizen could assist his research once he had grown up.

[Current training task has been added: Guide Aizen Sousuke through the basic training for returning to the Dao (in progress)]

...

A week later, in July, he received a notification from Minister Yushoda that the lecture schedule for the Kido Advanced Training Course had been arranged and that he was invited to give a lecture at the Kido Advanced Training Course.

"Shikatori-sensei, I heard that you unleashed the 'Flying Dragon Strike Thunder Cannon' during the Karakura Town incident, defeating a Hollow with just one hit. Could you teach us that?" a student asked.

"The 'Flying Dragon Strike Thief Thunder Cannon' is a high-ranking Demonic Path, and for you all at your current level, mastering it is still too much of a stretch," July smiled. "The advantage of Demonic Paths is their diversity; a large number of Demonic Paths can handle various scenarios. Don't blindly pursue high-ranking Demonic Paths."

"The power of the Demonic Path varies from person to person. Today I'm going to teach you some Demonic Path techniques so you can better utilize it in actual combat..."

In July, during a lecture, I explained the techniques of "chanting the breaking of the spell" and "post-chanting" to the students in the Ghost Path advanced training class, as well as the application of Ghost Path in actual combat.

After the course ended, in July I received a reward for teaching my first advanced training course in the Ghost Path:

[Receive an extra reward for completing the Ghost Path Advanced Training Course for the first time]

[Obtain the entry - Dual Chanting]

[Gain 10000 points of basic general experience]

[Random Skill Proficiency Level +1] x2

[Gain 3 disciple binding slots]

In July, he obtained another entry. He looked at the new entry that had appeared on his panel:

[Dual Incantation: You have gained a unique understanding of the Ghost Path, and can combine the incantations of two Ghost Paths to unleash the combined Ghost Path.]

"Double chanting" is an extremely difficult Kido technique to master; only those Shinigami who are highly skilled in Kido have mastered this Kido technique.

In addition to the entries and general experience, I also received two skill proficiency level upgrades, both of which were added to "Finger Sword", bringing the proficiency level of "Finger Sword" to Mastery.

After reaching the mastery level of "Finger Sword", July recalled the "Finger Sword" techniques in her mind and suddenly had some inspiration.

In July, he raised two fingers, and arcs of lightning wrapped around them.

Then, sparks burst forth from the arc of lightning, instantly transforming into crimson flames.

The lightning arcs and crimson flames intertwined, eventually transforming into golden lightning flames.

Pointing Sword - Thunder and Fire Spread!

He combined "thunder and fire spreading across the plains" with "pointing the sword"!

While the physical attributes cannot be enhanced by the golden lightning flames, the release speed of "Thunderfire Spreads" can be greatly increased by using the "finger sword" technique. It can also be used for ranged attacks, just like "Flowing Light".

In July, he could feel the spiritual particles within the spiritual pressure blades on his two fingers vibrating violently. Their power must be quite considerable. He was a little itchy to test how powerful they could be.

My spiritual pressure has increased a lot recently, and I really need to find someone to practice with.

I've grown too fast and need more real-world experience to solidify my skills.

He thought back to all the people he knew.

It's impossible to find disciples or teachers from the Spiritual Arts Academy; they can't put too much pressure on July.

Ba Yunzhai's physical condition was also not suitable.

Kyoraku Shunsui would definitely not agree; given his personality, he would be too lazy to take action.

Kiryuki probably wouldn't agree to such a request; she's not a warmonger.

Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni... July shook her head, not wanting to be beaten up unilaterally.

Unohana seems to be the only captain who is willing to fight him properly.

A bold idea popped into his mind:

Or, how about we go and try our swordsmanship on Unohana?

Chapter 136 The Beginning

July arrived at the Fourth Division.

I ran into Hoshino Rie as soon as I entered the courtyard.

When I saw her in July, she was sweeping the courtyard.

"Liyi, is it your turn to be on duty today?" July asked with a light laugh.

"Teacher!" Hoshino Rie was surprised and delighted by July's appearance.

"Is Captain Unohana here?" July asked. "I need to talk to her about something."

"Did the teacher come looking for the captain?" Hoshino Rie shook her head. "But the captain isn't here. She received a mission and has already gone out."

"A mission?" July noticed Hoshino Rie's choice of words and asked, "Do you know what happened?"

There aren't many missions that would get Unohana to take action.

If a Shinigami in Seireitei needs treatment, they usually come to the Fourth Division on their own initiative, and it's rare for Unohana to go out on her own.

“I don’t know either. The captain didn’t bring anyone else with him. After the vice-captain of the Sparrow Club came to visit, he went out with her.” Hoshino Rie shook her head.

“Then I’ll wait for her in the Fourth Division. It’ll be a good opportunity to test what you’ve learned recently,” July said gently.

"Huh?" Hoshino Rie was caught off guard by the surprise inspection and panicked.

...

After taking a leave of absence, the captain of the 7th Division, Takeshi Nobuaki, moved out of Seireitei and returned to his hometown to recuperate.

Takeshi Naotsuna prefers quiet. After returning to his hometown to recuperate, he is usually not disturbed by anyone. Only his former subordinates from the Seventh Division occasionally visit him.

But today is different; the mansion of the Taketsuna family is surrounded by Grim Reapers.

When Kyoraku Shunsui saw Chojiro Sasakibe approaching with Retsu Unohana, he quickly went to greet them:

"Captain Unohana, you've finally arrived!"

Unohana asked, "Has your intelligence team made any discoveries?"

"We still haven't found the whereabouts of the execution captain." Kyoraku Shunsui shook his head and said in a deep voice, "The situation is not optimistic. If the execution captain is still capable of action, he shouldn't be completely missing. Either he is trapped in some unknown place, or he has already... sacrificed himself."

Today, the vice-captain of the 7th Division came to visit Nobukatsu, but found that he was missing. He only found a pool of blood in the house, which meant that an accident had occurred.

The disappearance of the former captain was no small matter, and the vice-captain of the 7th Division immediately reported it.

However, Kyoraku Shunsui and the intelligence team were unable to find any trace of Nobuaki, and had to seek help from other squads.

"There's blood in the house, come and take a look." After saying that, Kyoraku Shunsui led Unohana to the traces they had found.

The bloodstains were found in the bedroom, and the bed was stained red with blood.

“There’s a lot of bleeding, but no signs of a struggle…” Unohana frowned.

Although Wu Gang's strength has declined significantly, he is not entirely powerless to fight back.