The wind became Tokikaze eyes and ears, monitoring the entire battlefield.
The war was brutal, with mutilated corpses scattered throughout the mountains and blood gushing out all over the place.
However, there weren't that many factions involved, and the casualties were not as bad as the war between humans.
In addition to Tokinada, the remaining female member was called Tokieda, who was also from the branch family.
Her strength was decent, and she was at a Rank 5 Reiatsu, which was enough to serve as a Vice-Captain in Gotei 13.
However, due to not having a Zanpakuto, her abilities were slightly lacking in terms of versatility.
The trio descended into the mountains from the north. They encountered a pungent smell of blood, thick and murky Reiatsu, chaotic winds, and resounding thunder.
There were skilled individuals among the rebel forces, including even Captain-Class Soul Reapers.
"Here comes a few more to their deaths."
A sinister voice echoed from the shadows of the trees ahead, "Let your filthy blood cleanse this land."
"Activate the barrier!"
As the words fell, a diverse and chaotic Reiatsu swept over them like a tsunami, enveloping Tokikaze, Tokinada, and Tokieda.
A blue barrier enveloped everything, including the mountains and rocks.
Feeling the opponent's majestic Reiatsu, Tokikaze showed a hint of surprise.
Unexpectedly, they encountered a formidable adversary right from the start.
Judging from the Reiatsu alone, the opponent was at least a Vice-Captain-Class Soul Reaper, a person that could be considered a leader among the rebel forces.
"Tokikaze-sama, witness my change."
Tokinada placed his right hand over her chest and bowed slightly, "I'll take care of this one for you."
"Good."
Tokikaze didn't care. If you wanted to showcase your abilities, then go ahead.
Tokinada was stunned for a moment. He didn't see this coming.
As the commander of this war, shouldn't you prioritize the bigger picture?
At least you should have hesitated a bit!
After regaining his composure, Tokinada rushed ahead and pulled out his spiritual tool blade from his waist.
Being produced by the Research and Development Institute, it was quite sharp and useful, comparable to a Zanpakuto in its sealed state, lacking only the variability in form. However, it was quite costly.
The battle was about to begin.
The rebel leader unleashed Hado #31 Shakkahō, blasting a high-temperature flame towards, creating a massive charred trench in its path.
Facing the attack, Tokinada squinted slightly, thinking of sidestepping the incoming Hado so that the fully charged Shakkahō hit Tokikaze, who happened to be behind him.
But it was merely a thought.
If he actually did it, Tokikaze would surely add more charges to his list of offenses as Tokikaze already despised him as it was.
If that happened, he would be placed in house arrest indefinitely.
Tokinada swung his sword vertically, sending a crescent-shaped compressed wind blade that cut the massive high-temperature flame in half.
Boom!
The flame hit the nearby tree instead, illuminating the barrier.
Seeing this, the rebel leader's pupils contracted, unable to hide the shock.
They realized that their opponent had concealed their Reiatsu as that attack was enough to demonstrate that they were no pushover.
"Is this all you've got?"
A grin appeared on Tsunayashiro Tokinada's face, "I will chop your body into pieces and send it to the Research and Development Institute for their shady experiments."
"This is the fate of the rebels, inferior souls who defy the rule of the Soul Society!"
As he spoke, he dished out another compressed air blade that headed straight towards the rebel leader.
At a critical moment, the rebel leader their hands together, and a crimson light emerged from their black pupils:
"Domain · Flux!"
In an instant, the Reishi within the barrier underwent a change.
Tokinada's compressed air blade was gradually nullified in mid-air, as if bursting soap bubbles under the sunlight.
"This is my domain!"
The rebel leader's eyes glowed red. Using Shunpo, he instantly closed the distance and delivered a punch straight into Tokinada's chest.
Bam!
A loud sound reverberated. Tokinada reacted swiftly, using his left palm to block the incoming blow.
"Are you underestimating me?"
Gripping tightly with his left hand, a terrifying force transmitted, causing the rebel leader to scream in agony.
Observing this, Tokikaze wasn't surprised.
Despite Tokinada's personality, he was a disciple of Yamamoto Genryusai, along with Kyoraku Shunsui and Ukitake Jushiro so, his talent was commendable.
At the very least, ordinary Soul Reapers were likely to find him formidable.
Tokinada raised the blade of his spiritual tool with his right hand and thrust it into the rebel leader's abdomen in a lightning-fast motion.
Splash!
Blood splattered! The rebel leader's eyes widened with blood oozing from his mouth, and his scream became even louder.
Rather than pressing the advantage, Tokinada took out the blade from the opponent's internal organs, lifting it with his hand and slashed it down.
An arm flew into the air.
"Don't give me that ugly look."
Tsunayashiro Tokinada smiled, "As a member of the Tsunayashiro Clan, I always keep my word."
As he spoke, another arm was severed by him.
Blood gushed out, dyeing the charred ground red.
"We will never yield!"
The rebel leader was particularly tenacious, not giving Tsunayashiro Tokinada a chance to do as he pleased.
He emitted a red glow from their pupils, almost illuminating the entire Kido barrier.
"Domain · Annihilation!"
Another change in the barrier occurred.
This time, the Reishi in the atmosphere possessed a cutting nature, tearing apart the outer Reiatsu used for protection as they moved.
In addition to Tokinada, Tokikaze and Tokieda were within its range.
Splash!
A gash appeared on Tokinada's cheek, and blood dripped down. He wiped his face with his hand, and the crimson blood drove him crazy.
In a fit of rage, beheaded the opponent with a single slash, thoroughly killing the rebel leader.
Tokikaze calmly watched the entire battle. When he witnessed Tokinada lost his composure at the end, he shook his head slowly, "Fool..."
As a villain, despite his despicable personality, Tokinada was not someone who easily lost control of his emotions.
Undoubtedly, this was something he deliberately showed to Tokikaze.