The Shinigami of Soul Society continued their furious condemnation:
[Omaeda Marechiyo: One by one, these Quincy all possess bizarre abilities! Even perfect imitation is possible—no wonder they could fool our Captain-Commander Yamamoto!]
[Kuchiki Rukia: Don't resort to these conspiracies and schemes! Fight our Captain-Commander with dignity and honor!]
[Aizen Sosuke: Indeed, even I look down upon this Yhwach! I believe this Yhwach definitely doesn't dare to engage in such direct confrontation—after all, he consistently avoided facing Ichigo directly as well.]
[Ukitake Jushiro: Exactly! At this moment, he only dares use underhanded methods to deceive Captain-Commander Yamamoto's techniques.]
[Kyoraku Shunsui: Our Captain-Commander Yamamoto is truly the strongest Shinigami. Next time, we definitely won't give you the opportunity to employ such schemes again.]
Captain-Commander Yamamoto's Complex Emotions
[At the First Division barracks, Captain-Commander Yamamoto was simultaneously angry and somewhat relieved—a difficult emotional state to describe.]
It could be said he felt both joy and rage.
[After all, he had already suspected the possibility of his own failure, and indeed, there was no doubt about his defeat in the projection...]
But looking at the positive side—he believed Yhwach must also consider him too formidable to face directly!
Just like Aizen before him.
[Therefore, this didn't necessarily mean he lacked the strength to eliminate Yhwach.]
At least after witnessing this scene, Captain-Commander Yamamoto was able to regain his confidence.
If he could face the situation again, being careful not to be deceived by a false Yhwach, he definitely wouldn't activate his Bankai prematurely or waste his spiritual pressure and ultimate techniques in vain.
[When that time came, in addition to Aizen and Kurosaki Ichigo, he would still possess the strength to participate in battle against Yhwach to protect Soul Society.]
Even if Yhwach's Almighty ability is difficult to counter, it's not completely beyond reach. His own attack power should still pose a significant threat.
[He even anticipated fighting alongside Kurosaki Ichigo in the future to defeat this scheming old Yhwach.]
So at this moment, the furious Captain-Commander was able to calm himself, filled with confidence about his future.
At least the future hasn't arrived yet, so it can still be changed. As long as the future remains changeable, there's no need to be so angry about these events.
[At this moment, the other Shinigami of the Gotei 13 offered comfort to Captain-Commander Yamamoto.]
[Various Shinigami: "Captain-Commander Yamamoto, we all know how powerful you are. Even if Yhwach deceived you this time, it doesn't matter."]
["We'll definitely have a chance to defeat him next time!"]
["You won't let him use the same strategy again."]
["Exactly! These people only rely on schemes and conspiracies."]
["They have no real strength to defeat you at all."]
["As long as we avoid their tactics next time, avoid the targeted methods used by Aizen and Yhwach, we'll definitely have the opportunity to defeat them."]
["You will always be our greatest source of faith and the anchor of our Soul Society."]
[After hearing their words of support, Captain-Commander Yamamoto felt moisture gathering at the corners of his eyes.]
Although I may suffer a devastating defeat in the future, at least I still have the chance to change that outcome.
[He spoke with emotional conviction.]
[Yamamoto: "Yes, that's exactly right. It seems I was indeed somewhat naive in the future, allowing him to deceive me and waste my techniques pointlessly."]
[His voice carried both regret and determination.]
[Yamamoto: "This also reflects that I was too blindly confident in my approach, failing to see through a fake Yhwach. It's truly excessive to be secretly manipulated by these enemies."]
[He straightened with renewed resolve.]
[Yamamoto: "As Captain-Commander of Soul Society, I cannot rely on force alone. I must also possess corresponding wisdom—I will need to address this deficiency in the future."]
[At this moment, Captain-Commander Yamamoto swore fiercely that he would never experience such a tragic outcome again. He had to prove his strength through his record as the Captain-Commander of Soul Society—he must be able to defeat Yhwach.]
Meanwhile, the Quincy of the Wandenreich expressed their satisfaction:
[Askin Nakk Le Vaar: Haha! This Captain-Commander Yamamoto is indeed very foolish—he couldn't even see through such an obvious fake Quincy! What a brainless Captain-Commander, completely incomparable to our Majesty!]
[Lille Barro: Exactly! As the leader of the opposing side, he doesn't even use his brain—he's even less qualified to engage our Majesty in battle! Even if he could use his full strength without being deceived, it would be impossible to defeat our Majesty!]
[Pernida Parnkgjas: Why use a sledgehammer to crack a nut? Our subordinates are sufficient to deal with him.]
[Gerard Valkyrie: This guy has no idea what true omniscient and omnipotent power really means.]
[Jugram Haschwalth: Even if he truly faced our Majesty directly, it would be absolutely impossible for him to achieve victory.]
[Lille Barro: Hmph. If there's an opportunity, let His Majesty eliminate him instantly with dignity—in that case, he can experience complete despair.]
[Askin Nakk Le Vaar: Our Majesty surpasses Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni and the entire Gotei 13 in both strength and strategic thinking.]
[They all desperately cheered for their Majesty—partly to prevent the Shinigami from gaining the upper hand in the chat group, and partly out of genuine arrogance and confidence in their emperor.]
Even without the opportunity to see His Majesty use his real strength against Captain-Commander Yamamoto, it doesn't matter. After all, this Captain-Commander simply isn't qualified to face His Majesty's true power.
It's better to send a subordinate to eliminate him—an even more humiliating approach.
[Witnessing these events, Aizen spoke with genuine emotion.]
This truly surprised me greatly. It seems my existence triggered this series of actions by Yhwach.
I really didn't expect such a powerful Captain-Commander Yamamoto would lose through such methods.
If I didn't know better, I'd think this was my Kyoka Suigetsu at work!
[Subsequently, Aizen made a declaration in the chat group that shocked everyone:]
[Aizen Sosuke: But don't worry! Even if Captain-Commander Yamamoto fails, it's acceptable. I will take over the battle next and avenge you.]
[His words carried an unexpected sincerity that surprised both allies and enemies.]
The chat group fell silent for a moment as everyone processed Aizen's declaration:
[Hitsugaya Toshiro: Did... did Aizen just offer to avenge Captain-Commander Yamamoto?]
[Matsumoto Rangiku: I never thought I'd see the day when Aizen would defend Soul Society...]
[Ukitake Jushiro: Perhaps facing a threat like Yhwach puts our previous conflicts into perspective...]
[Kyoraku Shunsui: The enemy of my enemy, as they say... Though I never expected it to apply to Aizen.]
[Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni: Aizen Sosuke... your offer is... unexpected. But if you truly intend to stand against those who would destroy Soul Society...]
[Aizen Sosuke: After all, harming the Shinigami of Soul Society is behavior I cannot tolerate—regardless of our past differences. Some boundaries must not be crossed.]
[Yhwach: How touching. The traitor seeks redemption through opposing me. But you underestimate the futility of your cause, Aizen Sosuke.]
[[Ichigo Kurosaki]: If Aizen's willing to fight against Yhwach... then maybe we actually have a chance. We'll need everyone working together to stop this guy.]
[The revelation that even Aizen—Soul Society's greatest traitor—was willing to stand against Yhwach drove home just how serious the threat to all three realms truly was.]
[Perhaps in the face of absolute annihilation, old enemies could become unlikely allies.]