In Hueco Mundo With shendu Template

Reiatsu poured out as though the sky had collapsed.

Ultimate despair hung over every Shinigami's heart.

The pressure of Reiatsu, unlike anything ever experienced, was far stronger than that of a captain.

What level of existence is this?

King of Adjucha?!

Or...

Vasto Lorde?!

As members of the 12th Division, they were well aware of many recorded secrets.

Among them, Menos Grande were not too mysterious.

However, when it came to the level of Vasto Lorde, all records became meaningless.

Faced with this level of Reiatsu, no one understood the implications better than Kurotsuchi Mayuri.

While the other Shinigami were still speculating, he had already made up his mind.

The dark green monster before them was undoubtedly a Vasto Lorde.

Possibly even the most powerful of the Vasto Lorde.

They had only come to capture a single Adjucha, a relatively common Hollow in Hueco Mundo. Why would such a colossal threat appear?!

Kurotsuchi Mayuri felt a pang of frustration but still maintained a facade of calmness.

"Okay?!"

A cold snort escaped the creature's nose as Kurotsuchi Mayuri spread his hands in an exaggerated posture, letting out a strange laugh.

"Vasto Lorde?"

"I didn't expect my name to precede me, even to an existence like you. What an honor!"

Shendu stared at Kurotsuchi Mayuri, his gaze piercing through the facade of confidence to the trembling within.

For a Vasto Lorde, who had never appeared in Soul Society's history, to suddenly appear, how could anyone remain calm?

According to records, the combat power of a Vasto Lorde surpassed that of a captain.

"Don't be too quick to feel honored."

Shendu flicked his fingers, and sparks exploded at his fingertips, instantly raising the surrounding temperature.

"As the first Shinigami to intrude into this realm, I invite you to participate in a small experiment."

"It will be related to the evolution of Hollows as a species."

"At that time, your honor will truly be earned!"

Hearing the word "experiment," Kurotsuchi Mayuri's eyes turned cold.

As Soul Society's most infamous researcher, no one understood the dread behind that word better than he.

He had conducted countless experiments on himself, and he knew firsthand how horrific they could be.

The "experiment" mentioned by the Menos Grande before him was certainly not as simple as it sounded.

"I'm so sorry!"

Kurotsuchi Mayuri feigned an apologetic tone.

"We have important matters to attend to in Soul Society."

"Perhaps another time—"

Boom!

Shendu's sharp claws flicked again, sparks exploding behind Kurotsuchi Mayuri and his team.

When the sparks hit the ground, violent flames erupted, spreading hundreds of meters in an instant, engulfing the Shinigami team.

A miniature version of an inferno.

With Shendu's control over fire, such feats were effortless.

In this fiery domain, he was the master.

"You think you can leave after coming here?"

Shendu made no attempt to conceal his intentions.

"Since when did Shinigami have a say in Hueco Mundo?"

Realizing there was no chance of retreat, Kurotsuchi Mayuri dropped his act.

The other Shinigami drew their Zanpakutō, prepared to fight to the death.

"I leave the rest of the Shinigami to you," Shendu instructed, waving his hand dismissively.

"These are high-quality experimental materials. Make sure none of them die."

As his words fell, another figure emerged.

Szayelaporro's Reiatsu, unrestrained, plunged the Shinigami into despair.

Even Kurotsuchi Mayuri's eyes widened.

Another Vasto Lorde?!

Had they stumbled into a Vasto Lorde nest?!

In the past, Hueco Mundo was said to contain only a handful of Vasto Lorde, rarely seen even in centuries. Yet now, two had appeared simultaneously?!

If this wasn't a nightmare, it was something worse.

Kurotsuchi Mayuri wasted no time. He drew his Zanpakutō and activated its release.

"Shikai."

"Konjiki Ashisogi Jizō!"

Light radiated from his blade as purple gas spread through the air.

His Zanpakutō twisted, forming a grotesque head resembling a baby, its mouth slightly ajar, releasing toxic fumes.

The blade split into three, taking on a sinister brass hue.

Kurotsuchi Mayuri's Reiatsu surged with his Bankai's release.

Shendu, standing close, sensed the increase in power but wasn't concerned.

Kurotsuchi Mayuri's combat prowess ranked among the lowest of the captains.

His true strength lay in his meticulous preparations and his nearly unparalleled research abilities.

In scientific terms, only Urahara Kisuke surpassed him.

Not even Szayelaporro matched his expertise.

Of course, this discrepancy partly stemmed from the differing systems of Hollows and Shinigami.

Kurotsuchi Mayuri inherited generations of Shinigami knowledge, while Szayelaporro had to blaze his own path.

Their starting points were worlds apart.

Even so, Szayelaporro's independent research had veered onto unconventional paths.

Kurotsuchi Mayuri grinned, his white teeth gleaming.

"You…"

Before he could finish, his figure vanished.

The sudden burst of speed was impressive, rivaling even Adjucha known for their swiftness.

It was Shunpo, the Shinigami's flash step.

Kurotsuchi Mayuri's goal was clear—distract Shendu and land a critical blow.

He thought to himself, If I can just hit him once... that's all I need.

With the poison of his Bankai, even a single strike would slow his enemy, giving them a chance to escape.

Puchi—

The sound of flesh tearing echoed through the desolate desert.

Kurotsuchi Mayuri's eyes widened in shock.

Shendu's claws had caught his blade mid-strike.

Bright red blood oozed where the claws and blade met, staining the Zanpakutō.

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