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In the tranquil sky, a giant bird flashes by, leaving only a tiny shadow on the ground. Silver-white water sparkles in the sunlight, casting a myriad of colors, a truly beautiful sight.
Within the cascade of the true waterfall, Aizen slowly opens his deep eyes. He surveys his surroundings, noting the vibrant life and energy, a stark contrast to the desolate lands he had been in. This complexity is reflected in his gaze.
He wonders if Kyōka Suigetsu, who has always been in that silent expanse, ever feels lonely.
"Kyōka Suigetsu, if it's within your power, show yourself and follow me," Aizen softly speaks.
As his words fall, Kyōka Suigetsu, dressed in a sakura-spattered kimono, suddenly appears. Her delicate face is flushed, her large, beautiful eyes shyly avoiding Aizen's gaze. Her long, dark lashes tremble slightly, but her hands tightly clutch Aizen's sleeve, as if fearing he might change his mind.
Aizen can't help but smile at this, gently stroking her dark hair with his broad hand, tenderly saying, "If you enjoy it, feel free to come out and play more often."
His magnetic, gentle voice seems to melt her heart. She clings to Aizen like a child, unwilling to let go even for a moment.
At that moment, a soft blue light flickers at Aizen's chest, as if conveying something. Kyōka Suigetsu, close to Aizen, tightens her lips, her eyes suddenly flashing with a cold light, bringing a chill to the atmosphere.
This sudden change causes the blue light to flicker erratically, seeking Aizen's protection as if frightened.
Noticing this, Aizen chuckles, helplessly amused. He gently pats Kyōka Suigetsu's head again, softly saying, "Forgive it, Kyōka Suigetsu, the Hōgyoku is just a child after all."
"Understood, Lord Aizen," she responds, her icy gaze softening at his words.
She then closes her eyes again, showing a content expression, like a cat enjoying its owner's caress.
Aizen finds this amusing. She, who acts like a mature woman, is in truth just like a child herself. This realization brings a warm smile to his face.
Having unraveled his origins and understood the secrets within him, Aizen feels the last of his bindings being released.
His goal became increasingly clear...
To attain that mighty power originating from the ninja world and to become the supreme being of this realm. If even this cannot be achieved, then everything else is merely a fantasy.
With this thought, he couldn't help but recall everything he had experienced through the fragments of the Hōgyoku.
The Espada of the past...
If they could cultivate beings with sufficient potential in this world...
Who could surpass the boundary set by Vasto Lorde? That would indeed be interesting...
With this thought, Aizen's lips curled into a slight smile.
Then, his deep gaze slowly fell on the mysterious power network at the earth's core.
Regardless, sufficient energy is necessary to realize these ideas, and with this thought, he couldn't help but feel somewhat excited.
However, after returning to the cave ruins for further exploration, even with a thorough search, Aizen found nothing else of value.
It seems that the mural was only meant to record the era when the Tailed Beasts roamed.
Though Aizen was curious about the other person who had set foot on Turtle Island, he didn't delve too deeply and chose to leave the place.
...
In the sky, as space suddenly fluctuated,
A pair of pale hands slowly extended from a black hole, opening to the side as if unveiling ripples.
Aizen's figure gradually appeared.
At this point, his mastery over space-time ninjutsu had become even more proficient.
This was not only due to his talent but also because his understanding and perception of space deepened after acquiring memories from the Hōgyoku fragment.
Standing in the sky, he squinted at Turtle Island below.
On the azure sea, a colossal creature moved along the surface, its back carrying an island, even the giant rock spires breaking through the heavens!
It was even larger than the enormous Vasto Lorde that had appeared in his inner world!
Aizen lightly pointed his finger towards Turtle Island.
A crimson light suddenly condensed at his fingertip, first expanding into a massive red sphere, but then compressing to the size of a fingertip in the next moment!
The light sphere, emitting a blazing white light and terrifying energy, caused the space around it to ripple slightly.
"Oh, so Kido can be utilized to this extent through chakra?" Aizen observed the light sphere in his hand, his eyes twinkling, and softly said.
Clearly, after obtaining some of Aizen's memories from the Hōgyoku fragment, his power had significantly increased.
At that moment, he flicked his wrist, and the light sphere, containing terrifying power, was casually dispersed into the air!
Though space rippled with the immense energy, Aizen didn't care and softly murmured,
"Leave your life be, the future you might have a chance to become one of my subordinates."
"If the plan works..."
As he spoke, he gently tugged forward with his hand.
A black rift was torn open by him, and he stepped into it.
The space slowly closed, and everything returned to tranquility.
The giant turtle, leisurely wandering the sea, was unaware that it had almost been annihilated just moments ago.
Perhaps ignorance is a form of bliss at times...
...
Inside the Land of Fire, the Village Hidden in the Leaves.
Time is the best healer.
By now, the Village Hidden in the Leaves had long since returned to its former prosperity.
In the village center, the Hokage Building was as busy as ever with ninjas coming and going, bustling with various tasks every day.
At the village's eastern side, in a lively shop,
A tall and a small figure were vigorously enjoying their bowls of ramen.
The gold and white hair stood out, but they didn't mind.
This is Ichiraku Ramen, one of the best eateries in the Leaf!
Rumor has it that the young chef here can make a bowl of ramen that brings happiness.
Just then, a disheveled young man with white hair and missing an arm arrived.
"Boss, the usual," he said with a somewhat husky voice.
Hearing his request, the chef's smile remained unchanged, though his eyes were somewhat solemn.
This person... he must make a bowl of ramen that brings him happiness!
Soon, seven steaming bowls of ramen were served, all placed in front of the young man.
He ate silently, breaking apart a pair of chopsticks and diving in.
"For Zamuto... this is yours..."
"For Jyurou... and you..."
"For Magu..."
"...
"Koshika... I brought you all here to eat... I'm sorry..."
Towards the end, tears silently streamed down the face of the quiet, despondent man...