Chapter 52: Chapter 52: Suì-Fēng: Isn't it a Perfect Assassination to Use Bankai to Blow People to Death?
While everyone remained moved by the ambiguous relationship between Suì-Fēng and Yoruichi, the next scene soon appeared on screen.
It was a familiar urban battleground again.
Everyone quickly realized this must be the battle featuring Kensei Muguruma, Tōshirō Hitsugaya, and others.
This time, a less familiar figure appeared.
An aged Espada.
Baraggan Louisenbairn!!
At this moment, Suì-Fēng and Ōmaeda, who were about to face him, both confronted a formidable enemy.
Baraggan's unfathomable spiritual pressure would definitely make him an extremely difficult opponent!
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After witnessing this scene, many Shinigami were quite surprised.
[Kyōraku Shunsui]: Oh, these Arrancar again. I wonder how strong they are.
[Baraggan Louisenbairn]: Hmph, as the King of Hueco Mundo, my strength speaks for itself. This marks the end for you Shinigami. Even if you can defeat those Quincy, you'll never defeat me.
[Gerard Valkyrie]: Who are you, old man? What are you so proud of?
[Suì-Fēng]: So powerful? Then tell me—what's your number among the Espada?
[Baraggan Louisenbairn]: Hmph, are the numbers Aizen assigned important? Regardless, I am the King of Hueco Mundo, and I can definitely handle you easily.
[Kyōraku Shunsui]: He's known as the King of Hueco Mundo—indeed very frightening.
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In the projection, battle was about to erupt!
Suì-Fēng attempted to overwhelm Baraggan with her speed, but unfortunately, Baraggan's velocity wasn't slower than hers, causing her to suffer!
During the attack, Suì-Fēng was accidentally caught by Baraggan's foot and thrown violently.
Witnessing Baraggan's terrifying power, Suì-Fēng fell into deep thought.
Her speed should be unmatched by few people. This old man must have used some strange method...
But Suì-Fēng didn't need to ponder long—Baraggan soon took the initiative to explain.
He described his Aspect of death and stated that his ability was aging!
The next moment, Baraggan instantly flashed before Suì-Fēng and touched her shoulder!
Buzz!!!
In the blink of an eye, Suì-Fēng felt her left shoulder become brittle!
It was simply incredible power!
Suì-Fēng hurriedly dodged the attack and carefully observed Baraggan's ability.
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Seeing such a bizarre ability, Soul Society's Shinigami were secretly startled.
[Suì-Fēng]: Isn't Baraggan too unreasonable? I didn't see him release much spiritual pressure—why did he cause such serious injury?
[Yoruichi Shihōin]: Yes, and even if your speed isn't as fast as mine, Suì-Fēng, it's definitely much faster than ordinary enemies. He doesn't seem like an agility fighter, right?
[Urahara Kisuke]: As expected, the problem lies in his ability.
[Ichigo Kurosaki]: Seems I need to keep my distance from him. Getting close might result in getting hit. Long-range attacks would be best.
[Kenpachi Zaraki]: Is it that troublesome? Can't I just cut him with my sword? If that doesn't work, can't I just cut with both hands?
[Baraggan Louisenbairn]: Ridiculous! You think you can defeat me with mere brute force? Watch—a Shinigami captain is no match for me, the King of Hueco Mundo!
[Mayuri Kurotsuchi]: Hehe, I just love people with such weird abilities. I don't believe I can't figure out their principles.
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In the projection, Ōmaeda quickly offered his analysis.
He thought Baraggan was just a powerful melee fighter, and they simply needed to maintain distance.
Hearing this, Baraggan smiled coldly. They really underestimated him!
Baraggan quickly began entering his stronger Resurrección form.
"Rot! Arrogante!!"
A Skeleton King appeared with a multi-layered crown on his head and black flames burning across his body!
Wielding a black long-handled double-edged battle axe controlled by chains, like a guillotine.
He also emanated an extremely terrifying aura of death!
His personality could be described as completely that of a Bone Overlord.
After all, he'd always believed he was the King of Hueco Mundo.
Even after being defeated by Aizen, he simply refused to be subordinate.
So when facing Shinigami like Suì-Fēng and Ōmaeda, he was even more dismissive.
When confronting Suì-Fēng earlier, he'd maintained a disdainful attitude—now he was getting slightly serious.
"Respira!!"
A massive circle of decay spread rapidly, sweeping in all directions!
Seeing such an enormous decayed area, Suì-Fēng and Ōmaeda cried inwardly and hurriedly fled.
But even swift Suì-Fēng couldn't escape the decay's speed.
Suì-Fēng's left hand, contaminated by the decaying aura, was corroded to bone instantly.
Suì-Fēng was terrified and could only immediately cut off her arm, ordering Ōmaeda to sever it.
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In the chat group, everyone was shocked seeing Suì-Fēng's miserable state and continued discussing:
[Suì-Fēng]: Ah, I never expected I couldn't escape with my own speed?
[Yoruichi Shihōin]: Oh, it makes me so sad—you damn skull, I won't let you go!
[Ōmaeda Marechiyo]: Ah! You actually attacked my captain—I won't let you off!
[Baraggan Louisenbairn]: A mere Shinigami isn't worthy of fear from me, the King of Hueco Mundo! Just wait—this is only the beginning. Your lives won't be safe, and I'll definitely kill more Shinigami in the future.
[Ulquiorra Cifer]: Indeed, I believe more Shinigami will be eliminated in this decisive battle.
[Coyote Starrk]: Come on, Baraggan, show us how we do thing. It'd be even better if you used full strength! Since Harribel and Baraggan have appeared, maybe I'll join this battle too?
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The screen continued playing.
Suì-Fēng had lost an arm and her combat power was indeed greatly reduced.
She once again used Shunpō to disappear, leaving Ōmaeda alone to fight the enemy.
Ōmaeda could only try avoiding Baraggan's attacks to buy time for his captain.
Though repeatedly falling into danger, he could always turn peril into safety, secretly amazing viewers.
Finally, Suì-Fēng found the opportunity to activate her Bankai!
"Bankai!!"
"Jakuhō Raikōben!!"
Lightning shot straight into the sky!
Boom!—————
Then Suì-Fēng appeared with a massive missile.
This was her Bankai—Jakuhō Raikōben!
Suì-Fēng said helplessly:
"I don't like using Bankai because it goes against my identity as a stealth operative..."
"The form is too large to hide, and the attacks are very conspicuous..."
As she finished speaking, Suì-Fēng officially launched her Bankai!
BOOM—————
The powerful explosion impact sent Suì-Fēng flying several hundred meters, unable to stop at all.
With Ōmaeda's help, Suì-Fēng was able to halt safely.
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Comments exploded at this moment:
Wow! Such a delicate body, such a small Shikai, but this is the Bankai result!
Miss Suì-Fēng really has amazing contrast!
Killing all witnesses is assassination.
Killing everyone who discovers you is perfect infiltration.
The highest realm of assassination—no survivors!
Within range lies truth.
Emperor Baraggan, times have changed!
Stealth Force Artillery Commander: Fire! Fire!
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In the chat group:
[Yoruichi Shihōin]: Oh, Suì-Fēng, your Bankai is quite powerful
[Suì-Fēng]: Hmph, of course—I've grown considerably! I didn't use this move on you last time because I was showing mercy. Otherwise, you'd have been blown to pieces.
[Urahara Kisuke]: A Zanpakutō's Bankai manifests a person's inner thoughts. It seems you're quite wild at heart.
[Yoruichi Shihōin]: If that's the case, then you're really something, Suì-Fēng
[Suì-Fēng]: Annoying! What do you mean "wild"? I'm just being practical!
[Ichigo Kurosaki]: These captains are all monsters.
[Baraggan Louisenbairn]: Hehe, don't be so proud. Do you really think such an attack can defeat me? With just spiritual pressure, I can crush your frail body. This Bankai can't even reach me!
[Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez]: I could block this attack. If Baraggan can't, he might as well die.
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Afterward, the scene changed again.
Baraggan appeared safe and sound, returning to the battlefield.
And there was also a new big figure beside Suì-Fēng and Ōmaeda!
Hachigen Ushōda!!
Former Vice-Captain of the Kidō Corps and member of the Visored!
Hachigen Ushōda was confident about the upcoming battle.
He believed long-range Kidō casting could deal with Baraggan's decay zones.
After joining the battlefield, Hachigen Ushōda began taking action.
A green barrier enveloped Baraggan.
East, west, south, north, sky, and earth—six directions of green columnar barriers firmly controlled Baraggan.
Baraggan didn't care, and with a wave of his hands, the barrier collapsed.
After all, Shinigami cannot live forever, let alone Kidō techniques used by Shinigami?
This is the power of aging!
Soon, Baraggan launched a counterattack.
Hachigen Ushōda continued using more powerful sealing techniques—the Four Sacred Beasts Gate, which was Hachigen Ushōda's strongest finishing move!
He first used the "Ryūbi no Jōmon" to block Baraggan's advance.
Afterward, Hachigen Ushōda also asked Suì-Fēng to use her Bankai to assist him.
But Suì-Fēng was still somewhat reluctant at this moment.
It was because of saving them a hundred years ago that Suì-Fēng's idol, Yoruichi Shihōin, betrayed Soul Society.
Suì-Fēng still felt somewhat bitter about it.
Hachigen Ushōda could only negotiate with Suì-Fēng, saying he could fulfill one of her wishes.
Suì-Fēng quickly agreed, demanding the former Kidō Corps Vice-Captain lock Urahara Kisuke in a Kidō barrier for one month!
This was punishment for Urahara Kisuke "kidnapping" Yoruichi!
Hachigen Ushōda was both angry and amused, but also agreed to Suì-Fēng's terms.
So they reached a deal quite happily.
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In the chat group:
[Hachigen Ushōda]: Oh, I didn't expect I'd participate in this battle too. I hope I can perform well and demonstrate the Visored's might!
[Urahara Kisuke]: Good grief, you sold me out while I was away. Did you ever consider my opinion?
[Yoruichi Shihōin]: Hey, Suì-Fēng, do you hate Urahara that much?
[Suì-Fēng]: Of course! If not for him, how could Lady Yoruichi have been forced to leave? I won't easily forget a grudge lasting hundreds of years. But I'm reasonable—locking him up for a month shouldn't be excessive, right?
[Yoruichi Shihōin]: Well, you're not a child anymore, quite sensible actually...
[Baraggan Louisenbairn]: Haha, I don't care what strategy you're planning, but for me, the King of Hueco Mundo, it's simply laughable! Any attack has its lifespan, and I can easily handle it!
[Tier Harribel]: Baraggan, you'd better behave and not embarrass Aizen-sama!
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In the projection, Hachigen Ushōda quickly completed the barrier. "Kokō no Jōmon," " Kigai no Jōmon," and "Hōyoku no Jōmon " were finished in succession!
The Four Sacred Beasts Gate was completely established!
However, for Baraggan, who controlled aging and time's passage, this was simply hilarious.
Could such methods work on him?
However, Hachigen Ushōda quickly made an analysis. Earlier, Suì-Fēng's Bankai was very powerful, and even Baraggan could only perform aging ability remotely to reduce its power.
Using this barrier, Baraggan would have to take Suì-Fēng's Bankai directly!
With this thought, Hachigen Ushōda was confident he could kill Baraggan.
Soon, Suì-Fēng also pushed her exhausted body to use Bankai again!
Jakuhō Raikōben!!
BOOM—————
The powerful attack and erupting spiritual pressure was felt by distant fighters!
Even the strongest enemy would hardly survive this missile's assault!
The audience was also filled with anticipation.
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