Momo Hinamori stared in shock at the empty sword rack. It took her a moment to come to her senses. In the centuries since becoming a Soul Reaper, she had never imagined a Zanpakutō could be stolen; it seemed utterly impossible.
The bond between a Soul Reaper and their Zanpakutō is deeply rooted in the soul. Unfortunately, Bubu Wang had managed to block this connection or, more accurately, blend the Zanpakutō into its surroundings.
After her initial shock, Momo Hinamori swiftly gathered her thoughts, her gaze scanning the area. She could feel that her Zanpakutō, Pi Slayer Jizo, was nearby.
"No need to hide. Come out."
Momo Hinamori let out a cold snort, disdain on her face. Though she appeared calm, anxiety gnawed at her inside. She had already notified the hidden sentries in the lab, instructing them to seal off the building.
Not far away, Bubu Wang glanced at Momo Hinamori, having encountered such low-level tactics countless times.
