Seeing the fierce slashes coming towards her, Bambietta Basta's face was filled with disbelief.
Not only was she unable to dodge, she was even helpless to resist.
The power of "explosion" given to her by His Majesty is useless under such a blow.
Almost at the moment when the bomb was released, before it had time to detonate, it was hit back by the faster slash, and even became a boost to the opponent!
boom--
The giant blade streaked across the sky, and a scene like an exploding star appeared above its trajectory.
Bambietta Basta's son-in-law fell to the ground in the explosion.
The winner has been decided.
At the same time, the huge body of the Heavenly Punishment King gradually turned into a spirit and collapsed.
Komamura Zuozhen panted heavily and fell to his knees.
"Ha...huh...no...can't...now, I still need to hold on for a while."
His face is gradually turning into a beast at a speed visible to the naked eye, which means that his life is about to come to an end.
However, he was still unwilling to give in.
"I must reach their city!"
As he said that, Komamura Zuozhen raised his head angrily and looked at the palace in the distance.
That is one of the parts of the Jing Ling Pavilion that was replaced, the palace where Yohabach is located!
"Youhabach——"
Yes, defeating this man and fulfilling the long-cherished wish of Lord Yuanliuzhai to whom he is loyal is what he hopes for.
In his opinion.
Genryusai-sama chose to leave hope to them until the end, instead of trying to die with Yhwach at the cost of destroying the entire Jōlingei, because he believed that there was such a 'hope' among them.
He wants to be the one who fulfills this long-cherished wish.
However……
"That's it..."
Looking at his arm that had completely transformed into a beast and could not even hold a sword, Komamura Zuozhen understood that this was his limit.
Even at the cost of turning his body into a beast, he is still not qualified to reach that destination.
However, he firmly believes that this will will not be broken.
because……
"Let's keep fighting. Captain!"
As the adjutant, Kiba Tetsuaemon came to Komamura Zuozhen at some point, slowly lifted him up, who had almost completely transformed into a beast, and headed towards the palace in the distance.
"Destroy that guy named Yhwach... not only for Captain Yamamoto, but also for the will of our Shinigami."
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At this time, the falling figure from the sky was slowly approaching.
It was not Kurosaki Ichigo, but the other two people who had finished their training and set off early before he finished his retreat, Rukia Kuchiki and Renji Abarai.
"You can already see...Jing Lingting..."
"No, that place has now become an 'invisible empire'. Dark night... is coming..."
"What will be our end?"
Rukia Kuchiki stared at the invisible empire below, then turned back to look up at the sky, asking as if mumbling to herself.
He knew that the Invisible Empire's attack was just the beginning.
This war is just an opening ceremony.
"No matter what... we can only speed up the pace."
Abarai Renji also looked solemn as he answered.
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In another place, although it has been going on for a long time, the two people who have been in a confrontation with each other still have no intention of taking action. It seems that they are finally ready to take action.
"The current situation is... we are evenly matched." Hugolan Hasward said lightly, and at the same time, his hand touched the sword at his waist.
"It's a humble analysis, but we have the same opinion." Kyoryu Shunsui on the opposite side also said calmly, "I think so too."
But what he refers to as evenly matched may be different from what the other party refers to. One refers to the entire battle situation, while the other refers to the evaluation of the current individual combat capabilities of both parties.
"Yes. If this were not the case, then there would be no point for me to come here."
The sword in Hugolen Hasward's hand has been unsheathed, "My duty is to make the balance of balance... tilt towards our side."
The next moment, the light of the knife flashed.
"!!"
The adjutant Ise Nanao, who was beside Kyōraku Shunsui, had no room to react to this sudden attack.
Fortunately, Kyōraku Shunsui reacted in time to block most of the power of the slashing attack.
boom--
The terrifying offensive destroyed all the buildings where the two were located.
"It's not a good habit to make sudden moves."
Kyōraku Shunsui had a relaxed smile on his face, as if the sudden attack just now was not a problem for him at all.
He even had the leisure to continue to spy on information: "I heard that you Quincy can absorb the surrounding spirit children, right?"
On the opposite side, Huguelen Hasward seems to be equally confident in himself and does not mind answering such questions: "Now it seems that I can only gradually absorb the spirit on my side, making it weaker! It is weaker than expected.
It takes time, and the adjutant beside you plays a good role in interfering, which is really amazing."
This is exactly why he chose to attack that woman.
The opponent has set up a weird ghost formation here, which interferes with the speed at which he absorbs the spirit. If it is not resolved first, it will affect his combat effectiveness and be detrimental to him.
"Oh, it turns out you've discovered it a long time ago?" Kyoryu Shunsui sighed helplessly.
"Is this a compliment to me?"
Ise Nanao felt a trace of cold sweat break out on her forehead as she listened to Yuglen Hasward's words. She thought she had done it covertly enough, but she didn't expect that he would be noticed from the beginning.
but……
"Since my ghost path is effective for you, that's enough."
As he spoke, a barrier suddenly appeared, sealing Hugo Lan Hasward inside.
"Is it a ghost again?" Hugolan Hasward calmly looked at the barrier that enveloped him, his tone unwavering.
"Yes, it is made up of countless small hexagonal plates. Do you think it is strong enough?" Ise Nanao asked provocatively.
"Judging from the structure of the spirit son, it should be very fragile." Hugolan Hasward answered without hesitation, "But... the fragility may also be the appearance, so this is the trap that attracted me.
What?"
"..."
Ise Nanao was silent, with a trace of cold sweat breaking out on his forehead.
She was seen through by the other party again.
The man in front of me is not easy to deal with at all.
Seeing that his idea seemed to be correct, Huguen Hasward waved his sword helplessly and stepped forward: "I'm sorry, Your Majesty didn't give me too much time. I had no choice but to use some... rough methods.
"
As he spoke, the spiritual pressure on his body began to surge, and it seemed that it might explode at any time.
"!"
Kyōraku Shunsui also had a trace of cold sweat on his forehead, always ready to attack.
However, at this moment, a spiritual light flickered behind Hugolen Hasward.
"!?"
Ise Nanao's pupils shrank sharply when he saw this.
Someone... penetrated her power without destroying her barrier!
"..."
Huguelin Hasward was silent for a moment, with a look of regret on his face.
Under the surprised gazes of the two people, he slowly turned around and seemed ready to leave.
"I'm sorry, new orders have been issued from above, and I have to take my leave."
"Hey, hey, hey... You've already come, how can you leave just as you say?" An awkward smile appeared on Kyoryaku Shunsui's face.
After all, he is now the commander-in-chief, doesn’t he want to lose face?
"Your Majesty's order is absolute." Huguelin Hasward replied calmly, not taking it seriously.
"Okay...then...is there still a chance for us to meet?" Jingraku Chunshui asked with a gloomy expression.
"Maybe?" Hugolen Hasward turned back, his eyes full of indifference.
"Really? Then next time, I will prepare a jug of good wine waiting for you." Jingraku Shunsui's tone was full of provocation.
As for why I’m not taking action now…it’s because there’s a little dragster like Nanao around me.
His Zanpakutō ability is not suitable for use in places with companions.
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The time has come at night.
"It's night..."
Madarame Ikkaku said with a slight frown.
"Huh? Hasn't it been dark all the time since just now?" Ayasegawa Yumichika asked doubtfully.
"It's not just because of the invisible empire."
Madarame Ikkaku explained, "Although it has been dark here since these guys started doing this, but now it's really night time."
"Is there something wrong?"
"Is the 'Invisible Empire' related to shadows?" Madarame asked, "In a real dark night, the world is almost covered with shadows. I have an ominous premonition."
"Eh? Madarame, what are you doing?"
While the two were talking, a voice came from behind.
The two of them turned around in confusion: "What? It turned out to be Hisagi. I thought you were an enemy! Why did you come to join us?"
"I'm lost."
Hisagi Shuhei said helplessly, "The terrain has completely changed. This is no longer the Jōreitei we are familiar with, and those guys seem to have spread many high-concentration spirit particles in this space to disrupt our perception."
"Yeah, so if you get lost, it's best to stay where you are..." Madarame Ikkaku said, "Under the night, it's the battlefield for those guys. Who knows where they will come out of the shadows?"
None of the three seemed to realize that while they were talking, a shadow was slowly approaching.
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At the same time, Yhwach was in the palace.
"Everyone of the Knights of the Star Cross."
Yhwach calmly looked at the two embarrassed figures tied to the cross, and said expressionlessly, "Now, the loser will be dealt with."
As he spoke, he looked in the direction behind him.
"Hasward."
"exist."
Huguelin Hasward, who returned to the palace, responded respectfully.
Then he came to the two figures with expressionless faces.
"Wait a moment! Please wait a moment! Although the battle has been temporarily defeated, we have not yet used our full strength!" The defeated Bambietta Basta said with a horrified look on her face, "We can continue to fight for His Majesty.
!”
Cangdu on the side just remained silent.
"Yeah?"
Yhwach asked boringly, unmoved.
"No need to say more." Seeing that His Majesty was no longer speaking, Huguen Hasward raised the sword in his hand and continued to prepare for the execution. "You are indeed lucky to be able to save your lives after losing the battle, but if you lose, you lose.
.The scales of battle must be fair.
The lives saved by good fortune...must be offset by equal misfortunes."
"Wait..." Bambietta Basta's face became more and more frightened. Of course he knew how ruthless His Majesty was.
It should be said... that in the invisible empire, there are no such things as 'companions' and 'feelings'.
Those who have lost their value will have the most tragic ending.
Huguelin Hasward paid no attention to her words.
As if to extend his fear infinitely, he did not take the lead in coming to Bambietta Basta to marry him, but was preparing to attack the silent Cangdu first.
Kill the chicken to scare the monkey.
The cold sword was placed on the expressionless Cangdu's shoulder.
bass--
The crisp sound of metal friction sounded.
Cangdu was unscathed.
"Have you forgotten my abilities?"
Cangdu finally spoke.
He calmly raised his head and stared at the man in front of him, "I am Cangdu of 'steel'... With a blade of your level, it is effortless to defend. If you want to cut, just do it! In addition to Your Majesty... Others
No one can kill me!"
"Really?" Hugo Lan Hasward said disapprovingly, "It's really amazing... This is second time luck."
As he spoke, a scale seemed to appear behind him, and the poles were gradually tilting.
"!!!"
Seeing this, Cangdu seemed to have remembered something, and his pupils shrank sharply.
The one who really forgets the other party's ability... is himself.
"Did you see it?" Huguelin Hasward asked expressionlessly, "The tilt of the scales..."
puff--
As soon as he finished speaking, blood bloomed on Cangdu's shoulder.
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boom--
Accompanied by a loud noise.
The ground cracked.
Madarame Ikkaku and the others fell in the ruins in embarrassment, with blood staining the ground red.
Facing the Star Cross Knight who launched a surprise attack on them, they were easily defeated before they even had time to react.
clang--
It's like the bell of victory is ringing.
A small figure rang the bell and cheered for the heroic figure in front of him.
"Yeah! James!" Masco do Masculin, who was wearing a cape and showing off his figure like a hero, shouted, "It can be confirmed that the captain-level people have basically been eradicated...
Although we won, we didn’t meet a strong opponent, which is really a pity! James!”
"Yes! Just as you said!" James continued to ring the bell and cheer.
"Um?"
However, at this moment, Masco do Masculin felt a strange aura and raised his head to look into the air.
"It seems like something fell down... What is that? Hmm... I don't know who it is, but the place where they landed seems to be not far from us. Should we go over and have a look? What do you think? James?"
"
"Of course! It will be quite conspicuous if we get rid of the guy who makes a grand appearance like that!" James suggested.
"Okay! Then I'm going! Don't fall behind! James!" Masco do Masculin heard this and immediately prepared to leave.