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

Chapter 24. Sparring with Yoruichi (Part 24)
"Sir Xiuichi!"

No sooner had Shuichi Higashino arrived at the training ground prepared by the Second Division for the Execution Army than Soi Fon excitedly ran down from the stands and shouted at him.

"It's Koya!"

Higashino opened his arms and gently hugged Soi Fon, then affectionately ruffled the latter's little head.

But deep down, Higashino Shuichi felt that something was off.

It seems he has replaced Yoruichi Shihouin in Soi Fon's heart, as was the original storyline?

Looking at Soi Fon, whose little face was flushed red in his arms, Higashino Shuichi felt that this matter seemed entirely possible.

This wasn't necessarily a bad thing for him; in fact, it was better than his initial plan to simply cultivate a good relationship with Soi Fon.

If things continue this way, Higashino Shuichi isn't sure if Soi Fon will still be able to remain as the captain of the 2nd Division after Aizen tricks Yoruichi Shihouin and the others into going to the human world.

Of course, Higashino Shuichi no longer believes in the original plot. With him acting as a butterfly, flapping his wings so far in advance, he is not sure what will happen in the future.

Fortunately, whatever happens in Soul Society, it is highly unlikely to affect the human world, especially the remaining Quincy.

Therefore, as long as Kurosaki Isshin is able to go to the mortal world at that crucial moment in the future, then Yhwach can be dealt with, right?
His thoughts were wandering when Higashino Shuichi was pulled back to reality by Soi Fon's words, "Shuichi-sama," in his arms.

"Lord Shuichi, you can put me down now. Lord Yoruichi is still waiting for you over there."

Little Fly spoke in a voice barely louder than a mosquito's buzz.

"I almost forgot! I'm so sorry, Koya!"

Higashino Shuichi then awkwardly put Soi Fon down.

I have to say, the soft and cuddly feel of holding Soi Fon is quite nice, comparable to the firm and bouncy feel of Yoruichi Shihouin.

“It’s alright, Shuichi-sama,” Soi Fon said, bowing her head. Then, as if gathering her courage, she raised her head and looked at Shuichi Higashino with her bright, clear eyes. “I will definitely become a Shinigami as powerful as you, Shuichi-sama!”

Although Higashino Shuichi really wanted to ask in return, "What about your Yoruichi?"

But the words that came out were replaced by a soft hum, "Mmm~"

On the other side, seemingly unable to bear watching the "lovey-dovey" scene, Yoruichi Shihouin threw a set of protective gear to Shuichi Higashino.

"then!"

Higashino Shuichi caught it with one hand, and Soi Fon behind him also wisely retreated to the audience seats as quickly as possible.

Meanwhile, within Higashino Shuichi's field of vision, the Xing Juns, who had been engaged in some intense sparring practice on the training ground, had already retreated to the audience seats.

Clearly, Yoruichi Shihouin has already cleared the battlefield.

This time, Yoruichi Shihouin wasn't joking with Shuichi Higashino; she was serious.

"Before we begin, may I ask Captain Shifuin one more question: what are the rules for this sparring match?"

As Higashino Hideichi put on his protective gear, he asked.

"You cannot use your Zanpakuto, but otherwise, there are no restrictions!"

Yoruichi Shihouin finished her warm-up and replied to Shuichi Higashino.

"Can't I use my Zanpakuto?"

Higashino Shuichi gently stroked the hilt of his Zanpakuto with one hand.

He was pondering the meaning behind Yoruichi Shihouin's rule.

Because from beginning to end, Higashino Shuichi believed one thing: that neither Unohana Retsu, Shihouin Yoruichi, nor Aizen Sousuke, these well-known old "shady characters" of Soul Society would do anything meaningless.

Sparring with yourself is inherently a worthless activity, but what if you were to pursue a purpose other than sparring?
For example, an inspection?

As it happened, Higashino Shuichi knew that Yoruichi Shihouin possessed a powerful ability comparable to the Bankai of a Zanpakuto. And coincidentally, this ability required Shinigami to have extremely high proficiency in Kido, Shunpo, and Hakuda techniques.

"If that's it, then I'm not sleepy anymore."

Thinking of this, Higashino Shuichi's heart suddenly burned with excitement.

Having transmigrated into a world where the power of a single individual can surpass everything, Higashino Shuichi knows that he doesn't need a heart to destroy the world, but it would be best if he had the power to destroy it. That way, he could do whatever he wanted without worrying about being killed by some big boss who suddenly appears out of nowhere.

Although his talent might not necessarily allow him to learn Yoruichi Shihouin's trump card ability, he can always have his eye on it.

Besides, everyone needs to have dreams, just in case.
What if he happens to learn it someday?

With such a beautiful and devoted dream in his heart, Higashino Shuichi's gaze sharpened, and his entire demeanor instantly transformed from its original languid state into a blazing inferno.

"Then, Captain Shihouin, I won't stand on ceremony and will attack first!"

Shuichi Higashino unsheathed his Zanpakuto and threw it at Soi Fon in the audience, leaving a trail of afterimages in his wake.

"Broken bones!"

Higashino Shuichi threw a punch, and Yoruichi Shihouin also threw a punch at just the right moment. The two fists collided less than half a meter in front of Yoruichi Shihouin.

The massive impact forced Yoruichi Shihouin back several steps.

Higashino Shuichi did not let this excellent opportunity slip by; his fighting principle was to give the enemy no chance to breathe.

The fist transformed into fingers, and lightning flashed.

"The fourth broken path, Bai Lei!"

"Didn't you choose a higher-level demonic path?"

Yoruichi Shihouin smiled with satisfaction as she watched Shuichi Higashino's attack.

This shows that Higashino Shuichi has grasped the essence of Kido. It is not necessarily true that the higher the level of Kido, the better the effect in actual combat. Sometimes, even the lower-level Kido can have excellent effects.

Even the weakest Kido, when empowered by the user's spiritual pressure, can unleash formidable power.

For example, right now, when Higashino Shuichi uses White Lightning for pursuit, because it is simple to release, has relatively low power, and requires a very limited amount of spiritual energy, Higashino Shuichi can achieve a perfect, seamless pursuit.

If Yoruichi Shihouin chooses to take Higashino Shuichi's previous Bone Smash head-on, it means she will inevitably be hit by the White Lightning attack that follows, unless she also uses Kido to create a spiritual shield for herself beforehand while taking the Bone Smash.

Obviously, Yoruichi Shihouin did not do that, so the white lightning arcs danced around her body.

Paralysis, this is an additional effect of Bai Lei.

Due to the difference in spiritual pressure between the two, the paralysis effect could not be maintained on Yoruichi Shihouin for long. Furthermore, given the level of the White Lightning itself, it was impossible to completely restrict Yoruichi Shihouin's movements.

"But you didn't intend to completely restrict my movements by using White Lightning, right?"

Yoruichi Shihouin glanced at Shuichi Higashino and thought to herself.

"Inch Finger! White Thunder!"

Higashino Hideichi demonstrated his purpose through his actions.

Yoruichi Shihouin blocked Shuichi Higashino's attack once again, and arcs of electricity from the White Lightning flashed across her body once more.

"As expected, your goal is to weaken my Shunpo to a level that you can keep up with!"

Yoruichi Shihouin spoke aloud this time.

The only response she received was the burning fighting spirit in Higashino's eyes.

(End of this chapter)