The night moon hung high, autumn winds howled, and rain poured relentlessly, making the mountain paths treacherous.
Aizen ventured deep into the mountains, releasing his Flame-Tail Horse into the wilderness. The horse, being intelligent, knew how to forage for food on its own and wouldn't wander far.
His reasons for entering the mountains were threefold:
To conceal his whereabouts.To lie low for several days while awaiting an opportune moment.To use the rumored roaring waterfall in this area to refine his Sorcery arts skills.
The autumn rain was cold and dreary, adding a biting chill to the forested mountains.
Aizen, blade in hand, hacked through the overgrowth. The mountain path was challenging, especially at night when poisonous snakes, insects, wolves, and tigers roamed freely. It was perilous terrain, but his skill and courage enabled him to face these dangers head-on.
