simultaneous crossing in many anime worlds

How could 6000-degree flames be extinguished? They would evaporate any liquid!"

"Did Captain Commander hold back?"

"I'm afraid not."

"Captain Commander looks very shocked as well."

"When did he awaken his Zanpakuto?"

Ōetsu Nimaiya bent down, scooped up the Yellow Spring water flowing on the ground, and whispered, "This water seems to be constantly depleting my spiritual power."

Ichibei Hyōsube was stunned when he heard this, and also bent down, placing his hand into the Yellow Spring.

When the terrifying chill struck his body, he suddenly discovered that the Reishi within his body was diminishing.

Ichibei Hyōsube's pupils trembled violently.

Unusual!

He had originally thought that this Zanpakuto's ability merely countered Ryūjin Jakka, but he hadn't expected it to be even more effective against spiritual bodies themselves.

"Yellow Spring… In a sense, the true name of this Zanpakuto is very ominous."

Ichibei Hyōsube whispered.

Everyone present had heard Chu Yang's roar, so they took "Yellow Spring" as the true name of the Zanpakuto, unaware that it was merely one of Fengdu's abilities.

If they had known, their expressions would likely have been even more interesting.

Ichibei Hyōsube frowned, the older the Shinigami, the more they held reverence for ancient legends.

No one could be certain what the world was like before the Spirit King created the Three Realms.

Even today, beyond the Three Realms, there is still the existence of Hell.

"I wonder what the Spirit King's attitude would be if he knew about this."

Ōetsu Nimaiya's gaze never left Fengdu's dark blade; a hint of inappropriate greed even welled up in his heart.

This was a special Zanpakuto, very suitable for collecting…

Taking a deep breath, Ōetsu Nimaiya's eyes cleared.

As a Shinigami who had lived for an unknown number of years, his greed lasted only a moment, and he quickly regained his composure.

"You already know the true name of the Zanpakuto; it's about time you returned, isn't it?"

"The Spirit King cannot be left unguarded."

Captain-Commander Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni had, at some point, put away Ryūjin Jakka and replaced it with a walking stick. He slowly walked in front of the two, his body hunched, once again appearing as his usual old man self.

Ichibei Hyōsube and Ōetsu Nimaiya exchanged glances.

Old Man Yamamoto was dismissing them.

The strongest Shinigami in a thousand years had been thoroughly doused by a young punk; anyone in his place would find it a bit humiliating.

However.

No one would believe that Chu Yang was stronger than Captain-Commander Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni.

The strongest Shinigami in a thousand years was not just an empty title.

With their objective achieved, the two indeed found it inappropriate to linger. The stability of the Spirit King Palace was more important than anything else.

Before leaving, Ōetsu Nimaiya gave Tian Que a meaningful look.

"Perhaps I'm overthinking it?"

He always felt that these two Zanpakuto had their own true names, but upon closer thought, it seemed sensational.

Dual blades were rare but still seen, but for one person to awaken two Zanpakuto was truly unprecedented.

After confirming that the two had disappeared, Captain-Commander Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni finally walked up to Chu Yang, remaining silent for a long while, his gaze wandering uncertainly over the other party.

"The position of 5th Division Captain has been vacant for a bit too long. You will take over next."

Captain-Commander Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni's words startled the Captains present once again.

Under normal circumstances, there were three ways to become a Shinigami Captain.

First, pass the Captain's exam witnessed by three Captains, including the Captain Commander.

Second, be jointly recommended by six Captains, and then gain the approval of three among the remaining six Captains.

Third, challenge the incumbent Captain in the presence of two hundred Shinigami squad members, and upon winning, succeed as the new Captain.

The position of Squad One Captain, which is also the Captain Commander's position, is somewhat special and requires the approval of Central 46.

A situation like the current one, where Captain-Commander Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni made a decision with a single word, had never occurred in the history of Soul Society.

However.

Even if Captain-Commander Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni hadn't said this, having witnessed the battle just now, the Captains also acknowledged that Chu Yang's combat power had indeed reached the Captain level.

"The 5th Division… it just had to be the division Aizen was in. The Captain Commander's decision is truly interesting…"

The same thought couldn't help but surface in everyone's minds.

The vacant positions also included Gin Ichimaru's Squad Three Captain and Tōsen Kaname's Squad Nine Captain, yet Captain-Commander Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni had Chu Yang succeed as the 5th Division Captain.

Based solely on the combat ability Chu Yang had just displayed, Squad Three, which is responsible for support missions, would actually be more suitable for him.

Since the Captain Commander had already decided, the other Captains could only agree and offered their congratulations to Chu Yang.

The matter concluded here. Thanks to Ichibei Hyōsube's barrier, except for the Captains and a portion of Vice-Captain-level Shinigami, the rest of the Shinigami were unaware of what had transpired that night.

On the way back, Chu Yang was led to another residence, an independent courtyard.

Now a Shinigami Captain, it was no longer suitable for him to crowd into a dormitory with other new Shinigami.

Chu Yang stood in the courtyard. Fengdu and Tian Que circled around him as if they had a spirit of their own.

"Yellow Spring…"

"According to legend, to go to Fengdu, one must first pass through the Ghost Gate, the Yellow Spring Road, the Naihe Bridge, and the Platform of Longing."

"If the abilities correspond one-to-one, besides the Yellow Spring that was just used, the Zanpakuto should have three other abilities."

"These four abilities combined should be the complete Shikai state of Fengdu."

"What about Bankai?"

"Based on the current state, what can be inferred?"

As he pondered, Chu Yang's gaze shifted to Tian Que. The abilities of Fengdu were roughly understood, but this Zanpakuto completely baffled him.

The next day.

Chu Yang's first day as the new Captain caused an uproar among all Shinigami members of the Gotei 13.

Especially among the new Shinigami who had graduated at the same time as Chu Yang.

Such a promotion speed was unprecedented since the establishment of the Gotei 13.

Although they didn't know why Chu Yang was able to be exceptionally promoted to Captain, in their hearts, they simply could not accept Chu Yang's Captain position.

There were countless people who were unconvinced!

In response.

Chu Yang also displayed an extremely firm attitude.

"According to the rules, as long as one challenges the incumbent Captain in the presence of two hundred Shinigami squad members, and wins, they can succeed as the new Captain."

"I am right here. Any of you who wish to become a Captain are welcome to challenge me!"

"You are responsible for your own life and death!"

112. Chapter 112: Unattainable Swordsmanship, and the First Clash with Saitama!

112.

The news of Chu Yang setting up a challenge arena to accept challenges from squad members soon spread throughout the entire Seireitei.

"The simplest, and also the most effective method."

Kyōraku Shunsui, who was having tea with his friend Jūshirō Ukitake, commented with a smile.

"The premise is built upon one's own formidable strength." Jūshirō Ukitake nodded, his expression somewhat complex. He had never held any fondness for this new Shinigami.

From certain perspectives, the other party was too similar to Aizen…

"With his strength, earning the respect of the squad members is only a matter of time, but I think there might be an unexpected spoiler today."

Kyōraku Shunsui suddenly stood up, seemingly intending to leave.

"Where are you going?"

Jūshirō Ukitake asked in surprise.

"To watch the show!"

Kyōraku Shunsui's lips curved into a smile, and he hurried away with his straw hat.

"Spoiler? Could it be…"

A figure suddenly flashed through Jūshirō Ukitake's mind, and he then followed Kyōraku Shunsui's footsteps and departed.

The other Captains who received the news, except for those with urgent duties, mostly chose to go and watch Chu Yang's arena matches.

Curiosity was at play.

Compared to ordinary squad members, they also didn't understand Chu Yang very well.

After a while.

The arena matches gradually drew to a close.

The disparity in strength was too great.

Most of them couldn't even break through the Armament Haki.

Not all Shinigami squad members were reckless brutes.