Even though I know it's all fake…
Even when Uchiha Madara swept through the Hollow World to assist Orochimaru, it didn't stop Senju Tobirama from cursing Uchiha Madara a few times…
Urahara Kisuke listened to Senju Tobirama curse the legendary first Deadguard, and couldn't help but raise an eyebrow. Could it be that the internal relations within the Thirteen Deadguard of the Uehara Race are not very good?
It's quite normal…
After all, the Deadguard Seat Officers of this race are very powerful. It's normal for them to not see eye to eye with each other, especially when the surnames Senju and Uchiha are significantly represented among the Uehara Race's officers.
"Alright."
Senju Tobirama tapped the table with his hand, no longer mentioning internal issues, and coldly said, "The information you brought is very valuable. I can decide to return your companion to you and clear your suspicion in the assassination incident…"
"I'm extremely grateful."
Urahara Kisuke took off his hat, bowed slightly in respect, and then suddenly said, "But the real crisis has not dissipated. The person colluding with Orochimaru is still within the Quiet Spirit Court…"
"I know."
Senju Tobirama waved his hand indifferently, speaking nonchalantly, "Your teacher Yakushi Kabuto, right? I could tell at a glance that kid was Orochimaru's disciple, or rather Orochimaru's pawn…"
This was pretending to be ignorant while knowing fully well.
It was also a chance for Senju Tobirama to gain Urahara Kisuke's trust.
After all, as a clan that has long hunted Orochimaru, if they couldn't even recognize Yakushi Kabuto as Orochimaru's disciple, it would seem a bit too fake.
"No."
Urahara Kisuke slowly shook his head, seriously saying, "I mean someone else… the person colluding with Orochimaru is right beside the young Patriarch of the Naraku family!"
"What did you say?"
At this moment, Senju Tobirama's face was full of shock!
Just as Senju Tobirama and Urahara Kisuke were communicating here, a similar conversation was taking place on the other side of Quiet Spirit Court.
Quiet Spirit Court.
5th Squad headquarters.
Since Uehara Naraku was called back home, Aizen Sousuke didn't care too much and directly summoned Black Zetsu to report on Urahara Kisuke and the Hollow World.
"…Orochimaru has already been discovered by Urahara…"
"…Ulquiorra and Coyote Starrk couldn't hide from him either…"
"…I killed a few White Zetsus in the Hollow World; those fools reproduce too quickly, impossible to eradicate completely. Those White Zetsus must have hidden in the Hollow World long ago…"
Black Zetsu reported the intelligence from the Hollow World to Aizen Sousuke bit by bit, providing all the details, as there was no need to hide them.
Aizen Sousuke leisurely continued his calligraphy, his expression unchanged, even switching among different styles with interest.
Aizen didn't take the Hollow World matters seriously.
Or rather, Aizen wasn't concerned about what Urahara Kisuke discovered.
Whether Urahara Kisuke found Orochimaru's trail or intends to return to Soul Society and publicly unveil everything in the Hollow World, none of these could surprise Aizen Sousuke, as he already had such plans.
"No secret in the world can be hidden forever."
Aizen Sousuke slowly put down his brush and said softly, "When we see one White Zetsu, perhaps there are already a hundred hidden in the Hollow World, so the intelligence within the Hollow World has never escaped Urahara's vigilant eyes…"
"There is indeed such a possibility…"
Black Zetsu nodded slowly, revealing a sinister smile, "But the power of those creatures is not much; no matter how many they reproduce, to us, they're just prey waiting to be slaughtered…"
"Well said."
Aizen Sousuke nodded slowly.
In private, Aizen thought White Zetsu was more useful, allowing him to monitor everything in Soul Society. However, since Black Zetsu was a subordinate he was willing to use, Aizen didn't discourage Black Zetsu's confidence.
"Now that Urahara has obtained the intelligence on Mr. Orochimaru, who defected from the Uehara Race and has been pursued by them…"
Aizen Sousuke switched his focus gradually, continuing leisurely, "If Urahara can use this information wisely, he could definitely gain the support of the Uehara Race… In that case, the Hollowfication incident from many years ago might be reversed."
"Hehehehe…"
Black Zetsu chuckled darkly and continued, "At that time, I helped Lord Aizen control the Central 46 members; they are still our pawns, right…"
"No longer necessary."
Aizen Sousuke shook his head, interrupting Black Zetsu, calmly continuing, "Central 46 was never a decisive force; they were merely tools to manage Soul Society."
After saying this, Aizen Sousuke adjusted his glasses and said softly, "If the Uehara Race sides with Urahara Kisuke, even Central 46 wouldn't help unless a civil war breaks out in Quiet Spirit Court…"
"Hehehehe… That wouldn't be so bad."
Black Zetsu nodded, speaking with a sinister smile, "After the Uehara Race and Quiet Spirit Court finish their war, it will be time for Lord Aizen to lead the Arrancar Legion to rule the world…"
"Such a thing won't happen."
Aizen Sousuke shook his head lightly, "General Yamamoto Shigekuni won't permit Central 46 to make such a foolish decision, and I don't aspire to take the throne in such a manner as it would demean my plans."
Aizen Sousuke's lips curled slightly into a smile, continuing, "When I ascend the Celestial Throne, it will be under the scrutiny of the entire world, transforming into a god… with no one able to resist the power of a god."
"Hehehe… You are quite confident…"
Black Zetsu chuckled darkly, then continued, "That day should arrive soon, right? Not many people in this world can rival Lord Aizen, after all!"
Faced with Black Zetsu's flattery, Aizen Sousuke was unconcerned, merely shaking his head and smiling gently, "No, that is still not enough. A true god should be a higher existence, making people unable to muster the will to defy…"
"…Understood."
Black Zetsu grinned, lowering his head slowly.
"Alright."
Aizen Sousuke stretched lazily and said leisurely, "Though I've lived here all this time, I can't help but say I'm finally going to have the chance to leave this suffocatingly decayed place…"
After hearing the intelligence from Black Zetsu about the Hollow World, Aizen Sousuke did not plan to stay any longer, unwilling to wait idly for Urahara Kisuke to overturn the case.
Aizen planned to leave Soul Society, to defect from Quiet Spirit Court.
Of course, before defecting, Aizen had no intention of leaving things undone; he had already arranged the plans: "Get ready for a big storm… After the storm, Black Zetsu, you stay here and continue monitoring everything… You may leave now."
"…Understood."
Black Zetsu's body slowly sank into the ground.
After Black Zetsu left, Aizen Sousuke reached for his Kyoka Suigetsu Zanpakuto on the table, a playful smile appearing on his face, "Perhaps before leaving, I can indulge a little and witness the power of those Deadguards that Mr. Orochimaru mentioned."
At this moment…
He had been looking forward to it for a long time!
For many years, the Deadguard Seat Officers claimed immense strength, tempting every Captain of the Shinigami to challenge the Uehara Race's Deadguard officers...
And having obtained intelligence on the Thirteen Deadguard of the Uehara Race from Orochimaru, it was only natural for Aizen Sousuke to yearn for the power of the Thirteen Deadguard!
Moreover…
This is his first step towards ascending the Celestial Throne!