At this time in Soul Society, the Gotei 13 assembled together.
The captains who were on external missions also returned swiftly.
Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni convened a captain's meeting to seriously discuss the various intelligence from the video.
These matters had to be addressed in reality and couldn't be discussed in the chat group.
Captain-Commander Yamamoto presided over the meeting with a grave expression:
"Though we don't know where these Quincy originate, it's basically certain they're remnants of the Quincy from a thousand years ago, very likely connected to Yhwach!"
"Many of you newer captains may not recognize this name..."
Captain-Commander Yamamoto briefly recounted Yhwach's history and intelligence from the war a thousand years past.
The common ancestor of all Quincy... the bloody battles of the first Gotei 13... the Bankai "Zanka no Tachi" used by Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni... all these revelations amazed newer captains like Hitsugaya Tōshirō.
So there existed such terrifying Quincy in this world!
After speaking, Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni continued in an extremely serious tone:
"From the recent video, we can also observe that their Quincy power has indeed been drastically enhanced!"
"Therefore, we must search thoroughly to locate them!"
"You must diligently seek information about them! Simultaneously, you must observe details in the golden screen videos and not miss any clues!"
Kurotsuchi Mayuri spoke in a cold tone:
"Rest assured, I'll also analyze their abilities to the fullest and see if I can counter this strange Bankai-stealing ability."
Hitsugaya Tōshirō clenched his fists!
"And we can't rely too heavily on our Bankai—otherwise, if it's truly stolen, we'll be completely unable to fight."
Kuchiki Byakuya also proposed at this moment:
"Speaking of Quincy, do you recall the recent incident? Among Ichigo Kurosaki's group, there was a Quincy..."
Kurotsuchi Mayuri, who had battled Ishida Uryū, quickly interjected:
"This guy Ishida Uryū is the grandson of Ishida Sōken, and he does employ Quincy methods!"
"But don't worry—I've obtained extensive data on him, and sooner or later I'll analyze his intelligence completely."
"Additionally, Ishida Uryū is now suspected to have lost his Quincy powers."
Kyōraku Shunsui's eyes were profound, revealing nothing of his thoughts:
"Of course, we can't simply treat him as an enemy. I sense that Ishida Uryū should have no direct connection with these invading Quincy!"
"These new Quincy's fighting style completely differs from the past."
"After all, frankly speaking, Ishida Uryū's current power is indeed rather weak. He may just be a Quincy who survived by chance..."
"Besides, these Quincy are so powerful they must be well-prepared. It's impossible they'd allow a minor character to alert their enemies."
Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni nodded, agreeing with Kyōraku Shunsui, but also added:
"At this critical juncture, we'd rather eliminate someone by mistake than let them escape. As long as there's a chance to obtain even minimal information, we can't let it slip."
Previously, though Ishida Uryū and Kurosaki Ichigo were wanted by the Gotei 13 as invaders, they later realized Aizen and others were the true culprits, absolving Kurosaki Ichigo, Kuchiki Rukia, and others of guilt.
Even the sole remaining Quincy, Ishida Uryū, hadn't drawn much attention.
But this time was different!
Facing the unprecedented crisis threatening Soul Society and the Soul King Palace, they had to exercise extreme caution.
Therefore, Captain-Commander Yamamoto was preparing to instruct Kuchiki Byakuya, Suì-Fēng, and others to lead teams to the World of the Living to locate Ishida Uryū.
But just as they were about to depart, a voice rang out!
[BEEP!]
[It has been detected that the Shinigami in Soul Society wish to leave Soul Society and are planning to resort to violence.]
[During the Three Realms Projection, selected members cannot directly participate in combat!]
[If you still insist on being stubborn, your spiritual power will be further sealed!]
The portal to the World of the Living that had originally opened closed instantly!
Witnessing this, Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni and others frowned.
This Three Realms Projection actually possessed the power to prevent them from leaving Soul Society?
Simultaneously...
This announcement was broadcast to various locations, allowing Hueco Mundo, the World of the Living, and the Wandenreich to know.
The golden screen also shifted perspective to Soul Society's Shinigami.
Kurosaki Ichigo was shocked by this!
Aizen Sōsuke, Yhwach, and others were also very interested, wanting to see what countermeasures Soul Society would take.
Next...
Including Kurotsuchi Mayuri, technical department personnel immediately began research and discovered their means of external communication had indeed been completely severed!
It seemed some mysterious force was controlling the spirit particles in their space!
Seeing this, Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni didn't give up entirely.
Though he knew the Three Realms Projection was indeed tremendously powerful, he couldn't simply sit idle!
"All things in the universe, turn to ash! Ryūjin Jakka!"
ROOOOOAR!
Raging flames exploded!
Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni released his Zanpakutō, his entire body enveloped in blazing fire.
With momentum to incinerate everything, he stood before the Shinigami with fierce presence!
As if possessing world-destroying power!
Witnessing this, the other captains could only retreat several steps, not daring to approach Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni.
It seemed the Captain-Commander was truly about to take action.
However, before Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni officially acted, his blazing flames gradually disappeared... and his spiritual pressure quickly vanished as well.
[BEEP!]
[Sensing that Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni was about to take action, temporarily sealing his spiritual pressure as a warning.]
[During the Three Realms Projection broadcast, if any viewers still attempt to interrupt video playback, they will receive more severe punishment!]
Afterward, the flames dissipated, and Soul Society's Shinigami witnessed Captain Yamamoto with a darkened expression.
The look on his face spoke volumes.
In response, the Shinigami could only exchange glances.
This Three Realms Projection was so powerful?
It could even completely seal Captain Yamamoto's spiritual pressure?
No wonder it was able to deprive Aizen Sōsuke of 10% of his spiritual pressure before!
Now it seemed it truly wasn't something to be taken lightly!
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