Bleach My days as an Espada

Due to an order from Central 46 to execute Rukia, a wave of turmoil ensued. Initially, the youth infiltrated the Soul Society, which led to the death of Aizen Sōsuke, the captain of the fifth division, followed by an attack on Kyoraku Shunsui, captain of the eighth division, by a mysterious man dressed in black.

Up to this point, the outbreak of conflict stemmed from ideological clashes among the captains. In the confrontations, Zaraki Kenpachi, captain of the 11th squad, triumphed over Komamura Sajin, captain of the 7th squad, and Tousen Kaname, captain of the 9th squad.

Subsequently, a dispute arose involving Yamamoto, captain of the first division, Kyoraku Shunsui, captain of the eighth division, and Jūshirō Ukitake, captain of the thirteenth division.

Soifon, leader of the second division, was taken away by Shihouin Yoruichi, while Ichimaru Gin, captain of the third division, vanished. Hitsugaya Tōshirō, captain of the tenth division, was covertly investigating Aizen's assassination, and Byakuya Kuchiki, captain of the sixth division, engaged in battle with the intruder, Ichigo.

From that point on, aside from Unohana Retsu, captain of the fourth division, who hurried back to her team's headquarters with several badly injured vice-captains, it's evident that the entirety of Seireitei had descended into chaos. Someone must be orchestrating this from the shadows.

Thoughtful despite being a woman, Unohana Retsu took Kotetsu Isane, the least injured vice-captain of the 4th Division, on Minazuki toward Central 46, which had been overlooked by everyone.

On her journey, she stumbled upon Zaraki Kenpachi, captain of the 11th squad, lying lifelessly on the ground. Had she not sensed a shift in Zaraki's condition, Unohana Retsu would have assumed he was dead.

Upon landing, Unohana sealed Minazuki, and they were immediately struck by an intense cold aura as they drew closer to Zaraki Kenpachi. Isane trembled in fear and instinctively inquired, "How . . . could anyone overpower Captain Zaraki! "

"Could it have been the assailant who attacked Shunsui before? "

While urgently employing Kaidō to alleviate the chill from Kenpachi's body, Unohana Retsu responded with considerable effort, "Based on the fluctuations of Reiatsu, it appears to be the same individual. "

However, compared to Shunsui, Captain Zaraki had sustained far more severe injuries. He needed to be taken back to the fourth division's headquarters promptly for hot spring therapy to counteract the cold that had permeated his internal organs.

"Isane,"

"Yes, Captain Unohana. "

"I'll release Minazuki to facilitate your return to the team building with Captain Zaraki. During the journey, you need to use Kaidō to alleviate Captain Zaraki's injuries. "

Unohana Retsu felt irritation, as only a handful of individuals within the Gotei 13 truly comprehend the extent of Zaraki Kenpachi's strength. During usual encounters with adversaries, he deliberately holds back his power to match that of his foes, ensuring he doesn't defeat them with a single strike.

The Seireitei was already in disarray, and now a captain has been gravely wounded. This situation could be characterized as a calamity for the Gotei 13. Following Unohana Retsu's directive, Kotetsu Isane looked on with confusion and asked,

"I'll escort Captain Zaraki back to the 4th division quarters; will you not accompany us, Captain? "

"No, there's something more pressing that I must attend to; I must leave this task to you."

"Understood, Captain! "

Meanwhile, in Central 46, Fiander emerged from a dark void, glancing at Aizen and Ichimaru Gin with uncertainty.

"Strange, didn't I just send Tousen here? Could it be the wrong one? "

"No, I just have a specific task for him; it appears you've had a challenging battle, Fiander," Aizen remarked, observing Fiander's tattered clothing. His chest bore wounds, and one arm sustained a significant injury, surrounded by a dark, ominous aura that showed no signs of healing.

"Indeed, Master Aizen, I suspect I encountered a beast," Fiander replied calmly, while Ichimaru Gin interjected with an exaggerated grin.

"That's quite frightening, Mr. Fiander! Have you come this far? That's Captain Zaraki Kenpachi of the eleventh division! "

"However, Mr. Ichimaru, you possess greater strength than he does," Fiander pointedly replied.

Ichimaru Gin chose to overlook Fiander's remark and addressed Aizen instead.

"It's nearly time, Captain Aizen; would you like me to welcome the guests? "

"Ah! Proceed, Gin; the final act is about to commence," Aizen responded, maintaining his cheerfulness. However, as the plan neared its conclusion, that smile took on a more somber and intimidating tone.

Within the 10th division quarters, Hinamori Momo, once shielded by Tōshirō's mirror barrier, awoke. She donned her Soul Reaper uniform, perused the last message Aizen left her, and began to weep anew.

"I must confirm this once again. "

With that, Hinamori Momo, previously skilled in Kidō, shattered the mirror barrier from within and exited the 10th division building.

On the Sōkyoku battlefield, Kurosaki Ichigo and Jūshirō Ukitake intervened in the execution, igniting a civil war among the captains.

Kurosaki Ichigo had undergone intense training, gaining significant power, and fought fiercely against Byakuya Kuchiki.

"GETSUGA TENSO! ! "

Byakuya Kuchiki, having already activated his Shikai, commanded the scattered petals to assault Kurosaki Ichigo, only for Ichigo's forceful strike to shatter his own Shikai, carving a substantial trench into the ground.

"What was that light just now? Is it your Zanpakutō's power? Has it advanced to this extent? Kurosaki Ichigo! ? "

Byakuya's left arm bore a wound, from which blood trickled. Kurosaki Ichigo grinned and replied,

"Yes, when I slash, a high concentration of Reiatsu is discharged from the blade's tip."

"In simpler terms, it's Zangetsu's skill to amplify the slash significantly and propel it upwards. "

"I have never intentionally targeted with this attack; in fact, I'm not even fully aware of how to wield this ability myself. "

"Mr. Urahara once mentioned that the only thing he could teach me was resolve. Now I finally grasp the meaning behind that. Only Zangetsu can truly express its essence. "

"So, I'll reiterate, Byakuya Kuchiki, utilize your Bankai to confront me, before I bring you down! "

"Very well then, since you're so insistent, observe closely with your eyes, and remember my Bankai. "

Byakuya Kuchiki held his Zanpakutō upright, raising it high. Then, the Zanpakutō slowly descended into the ground at an incredibly sluggish pace.

"You won't be able to regret this, as you will be reduced to dust before my gaze, disappearing entirely! "

At that moment, numerous massive blades, each several meters tall, erupted from the ground, arranged perfectly on either side of Byakuya Kuchiki.

BANKAI—SENBONSAKURA KAGEYOSHI

After he spoke, all of these enormous blades transformed into a multitude of Sakura petals, scattering across the sky and earth, swirling freely.