Chapter 57: Hueco Mundo’s King Confronts the Captain
Aizen didn't want Shendu to continue talking.
He raised his hand and there was a black coffin.
As the sound fell, black torrents emerged from the space and swept across the sky.
The outbreak of Reiatsu directly nullified Shendu's oppressive presence over the students.
Shendu had no intention of dodging and allowed the black torrent to engulf him.
Countless black sharp blades emerged from all directions.
The torrent turned into a towering black high wall in front of Shendu, completely separating him from the students.
The blades, like a jigsaw puzzle, spliced, moved, shifted, and distorted, fully encasing Shendu in an instant.
The black blades tore through the air, piercing through Shendu's body as if intending to slice him apart.
However, how could the Black Coffin's chantless power harm the current Shendu?
He wasn't like Komamura Sajin, who relied on brute strength.
This seemingly flawless skin was true Arrancar steel skin.
Even if Nnoitra claimed to have the strongest defense among the Espada, it was far inferior to Shendu's steel skin.
Ding Ding Ding!
A series of crisp sounds echoed in the sky, blending with the roars of the hollow group, forming a strange concerto.
"Just a slight tingling," Shendu remarked, his expression unchanged. "The Black Coffin cast unexpectedly can't break my defense."
"The current Aizen doesn't seem as strong as I imagined."
Boom!
Scorching flames erupted instantly, black and red intertwining to create a beautiful spectacle in the sky—like grand fireworks.
The Black Coffin disintegrated into countless spirit particles, scattering across the sky.
In the distance, Ichimaru Gin narrowed his eyes slightly at the scene, his expression cautious as he pondered deeply.
He would never underestimate the being that had abruptly broken Shinsō's Zanpakutō.
But it was clear the opponent wasn't there for him.
Thinking of this, he glanced at Aizen, who remained calm and composed, as though everything was under control.
In the distance, under the spider silk spiritual tool, Kurotsuchi Mayuri widened his eyes, pressing a slender nail to his ear as if trying to clear his hearing.
He couldn't believe his eyes or ears.
Mayuri had a general understanding of Shendu's strength.
Before Shendu became an Arrancar, he was already powerful enough to destroy Mayuri's Bankai effortlessly.
After becoming an Arrancar, his strength naturally grew even more.
No matter what strength Shendu displayed, it wouldn't surprise Mayuri.
What shocked him was Captain Aizen, who had always appeared unremarkable.
Opening with Hadō 90, Black Coffin, chantless—such mastery of Kidō was extraordinary even among captains.
"The most dire crises often exist in the most overlooked places," Mayuri repeated Shendu's earlier words, a grin spreading across his face.
"Aizen Sōsuke..."
His smile turned increasingly manic, bordering on insanity.
The onlookers were utterly terrified, collapsing onto the roof with trembling bodies, their legs weak like noodles.
The battle of captains was far beyond their ability to handle. Even the scattered Reiatsu made them quake in fear.
Any minor misstep could lead to serious injury—or worse.
"Hadō 90, Black Coffin," Shendu flexed his arms in the sky, his joints cracking audibly as power surged through his body.
"The power is... alright, I guess."
"I'm even more curious how talented Captain Aizen is in melee combat."
Before his voice fell, a sharp hum resounded.
Shendu's figure vanished instantly.
Aizen instinctively raised his Zanpakutō to block.
Clang!
The clash of steel echoed, and the impact sent strong winds sweeping in all directions.
Even Ichimaru Gin, standing beside Aizen, had to shield himself with Reiatsu to avoid injury.
As the wind subsided, blood-red pupils came into view.
Aizen felt immense pressure from Shendu's strike, as if it sought to crush his Kyōka Suigetsu.
"Impressive..."
Aizen's expression remained composed, betraying no hint of distress.
"Absolutely powerful," Aizen praised. "No wonder you killed Baraggan, took his place, and became the new King of Las Noches."
Their eyes met.
Shendu saw purity in Aizen's gaze—a purity of ambition, curiosity, and willpower, reflecting his own nature.
"Unfortunately..."
Shendu smirked. "We stand on different sides."
Boom!
A volcanic eruption of power surged from Shendu's arm.
Caught off guard, Aizen was sent hurtling through the sky like a meteor, crashing into a distant building.
Boom!
The 100-meter structure collapsed instantly, sending up a dust cloud resembling a mushroom cloud.
Moments later, Shendu disappeared, heading straight for Aizen.
He wasn't interested in Ichimaru Gin or the so-called elites.
From start to finish, Shendu had one target: Aizen.
As Aizen was thrown into the distance, Ichimaru Gin prepared to unleash his Shinsō, ready for a desperate fight.
However, Shendu's sudden departure left him momentarily disoriented.
Without delay, he opened the transgressing gate and evacuated the students back to the Soul Society.
Under Hisagi Shūhei's guidance, the group safely returned.
Ichimaru Gin knew they couldn't die here; it would hinder their long-term plans.
"Vice-Captain Ichimaru..."
Before entering the gate, Abarai Renji hesitated.
"Captain Aizen... he won't die, right?"
Ichimaru Gin's expression stiffened as he glanced at the rising dust in the distance.
The power of Hueco Mundo's king was far beyond his expectations.
Still, he forced a smile.
"Don't underestimate Captain Aizen, you little brats," He joked with him in his playful tone.
As the gate closed, a blazing flame erupted from the mushroom cloud, sending heat waves across the sky.
The entire city seemed engulfed in an apocalyptic.
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