Bleach: No cheat codes, he joined Aizen's side.

Chapter 195, Section 193: Captain Unohana, you've gone astray!

"Your attention isn't focused."

While Seinosuke Yamada and Ousho Yushima were fighting, Retsu Unohana had already arrived at her long-sealed secret training ground, where a man was already waiting for her.

"If I'm at home and still on high alert like I am outside, wouldn't that be a failure? I don't think Captain Unohana would actually kick me out, would she?"

This man was none other than Higashino Shuichi. He only slowly stood up from the ground when Unohana Retsu spoke.

"It seems that your experiences in this world have changed you a lot."

Retsu Unohana placed her hands on her lower abdomen, her eyes slightly narrowed, and looked at Shuichi Higashino with gentle eyes, just like a Tokyo lady.

If he hadn't known what kind of woman Retsu Unohana truly was, Shuichi Higashino might have been deceived by her appearance.
"Really? I don't think I've changed much, Captain."

Retsu Unohana shook her head and said softly, "If it were the old you, you wouldn't speak so directly."
Besides, if you truly consider this your home, why haven't you come back even once in almost ten years since you returned?

"So, here I am, Captain~"
Things are different now; our identities don't allow for much contact between us.

Higashino Shuichi replied with a smile.

"So, you've come here on a mission, haven't you?"

Unohana Retsu said it as if it were unintentional.

"I suppose so? But the main reason is that I missed you, Captain, and wanted to come back and see you."
as well as"

Higashino Shuichi placed his right hand on the hilt of his Zanpakuto, his expression instantly turning cold.

"Let's keep our promise!"

The skull mask and skull weaponry suddenly covered Higashino Shuichi's entire body.

Without needing to say more, Higashino Hideaki instantly completed his intangibility transformation, and then drew his Zanpakuto.

Divide the Moon - Black Hole!

The pitch-black spatial rift swallowed the entire secret training ground, while Unohana Retsu, amidst it, beamed with a joyful, radiant smile, allowing the spatial rift to pass right through her.

This is the tacit understanding between her and Shuichi Higashino. Even though the two haven't communicated for a long time, and even though she had never seen Higashino use this move before, Retsu Unohana believed that Higashino's move was just creating conditions for their battle.

After all, given Higashino Shuichi's current strength, if the two of them were to fight in Soul Society, a mere secret training ground reinforced with a barrier simply wouldn't be able to withstand it.

In fact, Retsu Unohana was not wrong. The Moonlit Slash: Black Cavity was a variation developed by Shuichi Higashino based on his Moonlit Slash. By unleashing the power of the Black Cavity in the form of a slash, it could force the enemy to relocate from the battlefield.

This is a variant of the slash that Higashino Shuichi developed after he had fully digested the Moon Picking Technique he learned from Nimaiya Oetsu of the Zero Division.

At this moment, it is the perfect opportunity to forcibly bring Retsu Unohana to Hueco Mundo for battle.

Of course, Higashino Hideichi could have chosen a more conservative approach, which would have been to directly open the black box and ask Unohana Retsu to come with him. Higashino Hideichi believed that even if he did that, Unohana Retsu would most likely agree.

But that wouldn't be cool enough.

Yes, in front of Retsu Unohana, Shuichi Higashino had a desire to show off, which was probably because he had received swordsmanship instruction from Retsu Unohana for a long time.

Returning home in glory always commands respect.

Even Shuichi Higashino is not immune to this.

At the same time, Higashino Shuichi's undisguised release of spiritual pressure naturally caused quite a stir in the entire Soul Society, with several captains thinking that another Arrancar from Hueco Mundo had attacked Seireitei.

However, they soon received a message from the commander-in-chief.

"Nothing has happened, so there is no need to worry."

"Is nothing really happening?"

Gin Ichimaru, who was about to get up and go to the Fifth Division to ask Aizen about the situation, received this message from the Captain-Commander halfway there, and a playful expression appeared on his face.

Because he knew very well that if this wasn't an attack from the Arrancars of Hueco Mundo, then there was only one person in Soul Society who could release spiritual pressure that was so close to that of an Arrancar.

However, Shuichi Higashino, who had already come to Hueco Mundo with Retsu Unohana, couldn't care less about the series of reactions that occurred in Soul Society because of his actions.

He had already spoken with Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni beforehand, so he wasn't worried at all that the Gotei 13 of Soul Society would send people to cause him trouble again, like last time.

In addition, within Hueco Mundo, he also asked Halibel to clear out a space for him where he would be completely undisturbed.

Therefore, before the person even emerged from the dark cavity, Higashino Shuichi's demonic arts had already begun.
"The unruly dragon, the filthy land, the unstoppable rage, the primordial source awakened from its slumber, gales, flames, ice, thunder, the earth—bursting forth from karma, returning unhindered, all destruction, all things returning to their origin."
"The Ninety-Ninefold Destiny of the Demonic Path: The Five Dragons Annihilate!"

The earth began to crack, and five towering azure dragons rose from the ground. They had only one goal: the tiny death god, Unohana Retsu, on the central ground!

"Ha~"

Meanwhile, at the eye of the storm, Retsu Unohana's long hair, which was usually braided and hung in front of her chest, was now flying wildly in the air as if it had been scattered by the gale stirred up by the five dragons.

The scar below his collarbone, left from his battle with the young Zaraki, was also openly displayed before Shuichi Higashino.

"I've been waiting for this day for a long time, Shuichi. I hope that after today, there will be no regrets between us."

This was a low murmur that only Retsu Unohana could hear. From Shuichi Higashino's perspective, all he could see was a crescent moon slashing around Retsu Unohana's body. In an instant, the entire world seemed to be divided into two layers, upper and lower.

The roars of the five dragons seemed to still echo in his ears, but in the next instant, these dragons, which had just been preparing to launch a fierce attack on Unohana Retsu, collapsed from the sky with a crash.

Because their bodies, which connect them to the earth, have just been forcibly separated.

No matter how arrogant they appear, without the supply of spiritual pressure, they will perish.

"What are you talking about, Lord Halibel? Is that Shinigami Captain Retsu Unohana really just a captain of a healing squad?"
Even Lord Stark might not be able to withstand that strike, would he?

Far away, having already received orders from Higashino Hideichi, Halibel, who was stationed there with his subordinates to drive away the nearby Hollows, heard the speech of his subordinate Sun Sun.

To be honest, she was also surprised.

Even when he received Higashino Shuichi's order, Halibel already had some guesses in his mind that this Death Captain who could be treated so seriously by Shuichi must be very powerful.

However, Halibel never expected that his expectations were too conservative.

Why such intensity in a single strike?
But this is normal for Shuichi Higashino.

And he knew that this was not Retsu Unohana's strongest form.

"Attack, warriors! The best warriors are those who employ unconventional and lightning-fast strategies!"

Lightning enveloped Higashino Shuichi, arcs of electricity leaping and conducting at his fingertips. The moment his Zanpakuto was released, Higashino Shuichi's spiritual pressure changed its nature.

Slay him!

Just a second ago, Higashino Shuichi had emerged from the dark cavity, and Unohana Retsu had just cut the five dragons in half at the waist.

The next second, Higashino Shuichi had already taken advantage of the gap in Unohana Retsu's sword sheath, placing one foot in front of her. Thunder roared, and crackling arcs of electricity stretched down from the black cavity in the sky, dragging out a long ladder of heaven. But this was merely the afterglow; the real main course was the slash that descended from the sky.

The earth split open in an instant, spiritual pressure roared forth, followed closely by thunder, and lightning crisscrossed the heavens and earth, creating a magnificent dragon.

"That's exactly how it should be, Shuichi~"

Despite the terrifying blow from Higashino Shuichi that seemed to change the very color of the world, Unohana Retsu showed not a trace of fear in her eyes.

In those beautiful eyes, there was only a sense of pleasure and satisfaction, and what was called enjoyment!
Faced with such a slash, a smart person would know to try to dodge, and a quick-reacting person would have already written their will. But Unohana Retsu chose to draw her sword head-on.

Just like when she faced Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni.

"To be defeated twice by the same move is a disgrace!"

Swastika, all gone! "

Blood, endless blood, gushed out like a waterfall from Unohana Retsu's Zanpakuto, from the surrounding environment, the sky, the earth, and even from Higashino Shuichi's slash.

In an instant, the entire world was plunged into a blood-soaked Silent Hill.

In this world of blood, there is only one ruler.

It was a blood-stained giant blade, which Unohana Retsu wielded lightly.

The moment the blood blade made contact with Higashino Shuichi's slash, the thunder, the power, and even the ravines in the ground were all swallowed up by endless blood.

Silently and inevitably, everything was transformed into nourishment for the entire sea of ​​blood.

Furthermore, some of the Spirit People who were originally in hiding also let out a wail as this sea of ​​blood was formed, and then all of them were inevitably pulled into the sea of ​​blood by the blood.

"Finally, I've seen it, Captain, your Bankai."

However, that was all the purpose of the sea of ​​blood. With his feet in the same viscous sea of ​​blood as Retsu Unohana, Shuichi Higashino said with a smile.

He knew very well that Retsu Unohana's Bankai ability was a power that could transform all spiritual pressure into nourishment for the sea of ​​blood.

In other words, in Unohana Retsu's sea of ​​blood, only hand-to-hand combat is possible; any non-physical attack abilities will be indiscriminately devoured by the sea of ​​blood.

Even the aftershocks of a sword strike, like the aftershocks of a sweeping attack, are the same.

Only Unohana Retsu, as the master of the Blood Sea, can enjoy the extra privilege of unlimited healing.

However, for Shuichi Higashino, who possesses infinite regeneration abilities, he is in some ways similar to Retsu Unohana.

Therefore, all things considered, this was a very fair battle for both sides.

There are no fancy abilities whatsoever; all that exists is the purest form of swordsmanship.

Therefore, before the words had even finished, Higashino Shuichi moved, a kind of running that he hadn't felt in a long time, with every step firmly planted on solid ground.

Every step he took created a blood wave several meters high in this boundless sea of ​​blood.

Swords flashed and figures overlapped.

That was the most primal clash between Zanpakuto!
They separated at the first touch, but immediately bit each other again.

"Finally met you? But judging from your reaction, it doesn't seem like you're seeing my Bankai for the first time, Shuichi!"

During the stalemate, Retsu Unohana spoke to Shuichi Higashino.

Normally, when a Shinigami first encounters her Bankai, they would try out some functional abilities before realizing the uniqueness of her Bankai. However, for Retsu Unohana, this was the first time she had ever abandoned all other means of attack and started a pure sword duel with herself the moment she activated her Bankai.

"It is indeed the first time we've met, but I didn't say anything. This is the first time I've realized your abilities, Captain. After all, Captain, you should know who I'm serving right now."

Shuichi Higashino has his own explanation for this.

In any case, everything can be blamed on the Tsunayo family. No one is more suitable to take the blame than the Tsunayo family, who possess the two great weapons of the Great Spiritual Library and the Reflection Hall.

This is also a major reason why Higashino Shuichi is somewhat reluctant to give up his current identity.

"Indeed, I almost forgot about the Tsunayo family."

Retsu Unohana smiled slightly, then her smile widened as she looked at Shuichi Higashino.

No need to say anything more, everything is understood without words.

Seeing his body riddled with blood, Higashino Shuichi immediately unleashed a powerful blow, using the opportunity to create distance between himself and Unohana Retsu.

"You've gone astray, Captain!"

This tactic of saying one thing and doing another—that's my invention!

Higashino Shuichi was somewhat surprised, but also felt that it seemed to make sense.

Unohana Retsu had just distracted him with her words, allowing him to successfully ambush her using her blood diffusion ability. This tactic was certainly unlike the Unohana Retsu of the past; she used her own methods from all sides.

However, when it comes to someone like Retsu Unohana, Shuichi Higashino doesn't find it particularly outrageous.

Learning is a lifelong pursuit, and in order to better enjoy the battle, Retsu Unohana is always willing to accept and learn new things.

"Now is not the time to think about such questions, Shuichi~"

Unfortunately, Retsu Unohana showed no intention of answering Shuichi Higashino's question, nor did she intend to let him off the hook. Facing Higashino's attempt to distance himself to give her time to recover, Retsu Unohana remained relentlessly close.
The blood-stained blade pierced Higashino Shuichi's chest once again.

"Alright, alright, Captain, you just secretly stole all my little tricks without saying a word, didn't you?"

To be honest, Higashino Shuichi is not usually one to waste words in battle, but Unohana Retsu's two attacks just now really made him break down a little.

That move, which appeared to be a frontal strike aimed at cutting off Higashino Shuichi's right arm, was merely a feint. The real attack was the hidden sword that Unohana Retsu had been preparing to unleash, concealed in the shadows.

He stabbed directly into Higashino Shuichi's chest from behind.

Isn't this the same trick that Higashino Shuichi used most often when he fought Unohana Retsu when he was weaker?

To be honest, Higashino Shuichi was a little angry.

But at the same time, deep down, Higashino Shuichi also felt a little pleased, which was a kind of indirect approval.
Of course, the cost was indeed quite high.

However, it was merely a fatal wound for an ordinary Grim Reaper, and Higashino Shuichi didn't care at all.

In that instant, the skull mask appeared on Higashino Shuichi's face, and his body also completely became ethereal at the same time. The dark sword then fell completely into Higashino Shuichi's body and was completely crushed by the powerful spiritual pressure density of the Void Core.

"Captain, your Bankai ability is indeed very strong, but don't forget, I'm not an ordinary Shinigami!"

(End of this chapter)