Chapter 788: Chapter 625: Guide of the Hollow World, Orochimaru (Part 2)
"Hmph..."
Grimmjow, who was traveling alongside Neliel, stood next to her, flashing a cold smile at Ulquiorra: "Nel, there’s no need to be too polite to these ignorant fools; they’re nothing but a bunch of wild..."
Boom!
An immense spiritual pressure erupted in an instant!
The spiritual pressure emanating from Ulquiorra was like a towering mountain, making it hard to breathe, and he slowly raised a finger to point at Grimmjow!
It seemed a life-and-death battle was imminent at the slightest disagreement!
However, at that moment, Neliel suddenly reached out and grabbed Ulquiorra’s arm, speaking softly: "Sorry, it was our people who have been too rude..."
Though Neliel’s words were apologetic, her grip was ruthless!
In an instant...
A spiritual pressure even stronger than Ulquiorra’s erupted from Neliel. This seemingly gentle female Hollow’s spiritual pressure was shockingly powerful!
The intensity of this spiritual pressure...
Even Ichimaru Gin, Tosen Kaname, and Coyote Starrk couldn’t help but look toward the gate of the Hollow Night Palace!
Who would’ve thought...
The Hollow World would have a Hollow capable of suppressing Ulquiorra’s spiritual pressure!
Ichimaru Gin stood by with arms folded, feeling the intensity of this spiritual pressure, and smiled as he said: "If this is the result of Orochimaru’s research, then he is truly impressive..."
Aizen Sousuke’s eyes narrowed slightly as he softly remarked: "The Shinigami Transformation of a Hollow... Shinigami Hollowfication... I can’t resist wanting to witness it myself..."
"I’ll go capture them!"
Tosen Kaname gripped his Zanpakuto tightly.
However, Aizen Sousuke intercepted Tosen Kaname, slowly shaking his head as he said: "Don’t be disrespectful, let Ulquiorra know to invite our guests inside!"
Outside the Hollow Night Palace.
Ulquiorra and Neliel were still facing off.
The collision of spiritual pressures nearly manifested as black lightning in the air, making it difficult for Grimmjow standing nearby to continue enduring the suppression of their powerful Arrancar Hollows’ spiritual pressures...
Grimmjow, however, seemed stubborn by nature, gritting his teeth and standing his ground, bearing the pressure exerted by the two formidable Arrancar Hollows...
They’re just acting!
These two are taking it too seriously!
To be honest, Grimmjow was impressed by Neliel’s strength, never having thought that this silent female Hollow at Orochimaru’s base, who always handled trivial tasks...
Would unleash spiritual pressure and power exceeding his own at a moment like this. It was truly something that left even Grimmjow amazed!
Of course...
Actually, Orochimaru preferred nurturing Grimmjow.
Orochimaru often thought that fully developed Hollows were born standing at the finish line, and moving forward would require forbidden experimentation...
Grimmjow, with his spirited battle nature, seemed unremarkable, merely an Achyukas-Level Hollow, yet he possessed the potential for evolution and a determination to grow stronger...
Just like now...
Where other Hollows might despair at the power of Ulquiorra and Neliel, Grimmjow believed he could become just as strong!
Just as Ulquiorra and Neliel were about to transform, Tosen Kaname appeared beside them: "Ulquiorra, Lord Aizen requests that our guests be brought inside. Don’t waste time here..."
"..."
Ulquiorra remained silent for a moment before silently withdrawing his finger.
Neliel’s face remained calm, even politely addressing Ulquiorra: "Thank you... for showing mercy... Orochimaru taught me that it’s not because your power is strong, but because you should be courteously polite on such occasions."
"..."
The scene was slightly awkward.
Ulquiorra, as if not hearing anything, stepped aside to make way.
Inside the Hollow Night Palace.
Aizen Sousuke, seated on the throne, finally saw the two Arrancar Hollows. Were these the Arrancar Hollows nurtured by Orochimaru?
"The master of the Hollow Night Palace."
Neliel took out a letter from her hand, looking up at Aizen Sousuke, who appeared elegantly gentlemanly on his throne, and softly said: "We are emissaries of Lord Orochimaru. Lord Orochimaru wishes to invite the Hollow Night Palace to observe the graduation exam of the new generation of Arrancar Hollows..."
"Hmm?"
Aizen Sousuke’s brow furrowed slightly.
This situation seemed like something he had never heard of before!
Could there really be many new Arrancar Hollows? And there’s a graduation exam for these Hollows, who are not the same as those Shinigami students!
Or perhaps...
Has Orochimaru long since gathered a group of Arrancar Hollows, creating a society? This is quite astonishing...
The Hollow World...
Could it also have a life like that of the Shinigami?
"Oh? Could you explain it to me in detail?"
Aizen Sousuke looked at Neliel with a gentle smile, saying: "I’m just an outsider who hasn’t been in the Hollow World for long. I’m very interested in your way of life... Ulquiorra and Starrk don’t seem to have heard of these either..."
"..."
Neliel fell into a peculiar silence for a second.
After a moment, she softly said: "Because naturally formed Arrancars are inherently powerful, they belong to a strong Hollow from the beginning of their Arrancar formation, so there’s no need for Lord Orochimaru to test them..."
When Neliel said this, she continued: "Shortly after Mr. Ulquiorra and Mr. Coyote Starrk naturally became Arrancars, Lord Orochimaru learned of their situation and erased their names..."
"Hmm?"
Aizen’s face showed a subtle change, but in an instant, he regained his composure, lightly laughing as he said: "I’m curious why their names were erased..."
"Because naturally formed Arrancars often signify imperfection..."
Neliel remained expressionless as she continued: "Only those Hollows truly nurtured by Lord Orochimaru, and who acquire a body uniquely their own, are qualified to truly join the real world of the Hollows..."
"The... real world of the Hollows?"
"Yes, a true society and world."
Neliel slowly nodded, calmly continuing: "Naturally formed Arrancars often signify an inability to restrain their anger and battle cravings. Only those taught by Lord Orochimaru can..."
"Hold on..."
Aizen Sousuke furrowed his brow slightly, softly stating: "If I didn’t hear wrong... Mr. Orochimaru... seems to have created a society in the Hollow World? That seems a bit unbelievable..."
This news...
It’s quite astonishing!
A Hollow society is far more than just creating a Hollow army; it signifies that Hollows can live just like humans and Shinigami...
"Ha?"
Grimmjow smirked nearby, showing a wild smile: "Aren’t you Shinigami? Haven’t you been able to live a stable life thanks to Lord Orochimaru?"
"That’s truly not the case..."
Ichimaru Gin beside him smiled and refuted: "Although Orochimaru indeed left many writings in the Soul Society, but..."
"Gin."
Aizen Sousuke gestured to stop Ichimaru Gin, extending his hand to take Neliel’s letter, adjusting his glasses, and smiling, he said: "I will visit Mr. Orochimaru... In a sense, no, in every sense, I should address him as a senior."
Neliel looked at Aizen Sousuke, slowly nodding as she said: "Then... we’ll be awaiting your arrival in the Hollow Forest."
After speaking, Neliel added: "Of course, Lord Orochimaru instructed me before departure that he too looks forward to meeting you, someone who can undoubtedly stir the Soul Society, or rather, every world!"
