As The Mizukage, Having a Zanpakuto Is Reasonable, Right?

The truth about the Soul King was known to those strong enough, old enough, or powerful enough.

Like Yamamoto here, or Byakuya.

Sui-Feng didn't know, though her predecessor Yoruichi did.

So, seeing Yamamoto's shocked expression, Sui-Feng was puzzled: "What's so special about the Soul King? He said he's not our world's Soul King, so we don't need to fear him!"

Hearing this, the Captains had odd expressions.

Especially Ukitake, who knew the Soul King's power. How could they not fear him? Sora could probably kill them all by himself.

And given Ukitake's condition, which has part of the Soul King within himself, he knew this well.

If Sora, as a Soul King, decided to act against them, they would be in trouble.

They were, after all, of the same essence.

After Sui-Feng's question, there was silence, confusing Toshiro.

"Captain-Commander, is there something special about this identity?"

Toshiro asked, puzzled.

"Wasn't it just the Soul King?"

Toshiro's words were shocking.

"The Soul King... just..." Aizen chuckled.

"Just the Soul King, you say?"

"Toshiro-kun, do you even hear what you're saying?"

"Uh..." Toshiro realized his mistake.

"That's not what I meant!" He quickly explained: "He's not our world's Soul King, so he's not our superior."

"While our world doesn't have nations like the Living World, diplomacy exists there."

"Soul Kings should be received by the Royal Guard. Just call the Zero Division down. Isn't that simpler?" Toshiro thought it straightforward.

"I see, that's your reasoning!" Hearing him, everyone understood.

But those in the know shook their heads.

If only it were that simple.

Diplomacy should indeed be handled by the appropriate people.

But the Soul Society hadn't exactly been polite.

Some nations have traditions of restoring foreign monarchies.

Of course, it's debatable who the monarchy serves.

But before such 'restoration', the current power structure usually gets eliminated.

That was the root of the conflict between them and Sora.

"The Soul King cannot receive you!" Yamamoto said to Sora.

His words were somewhat cryptic.

But Sora understood and smiled: "I know. I don't care about your world's Soul King's condition!"

"His situation was his own choice. It has nothing to do with me. I just wanted to see it, to enhance my own strength!"

"Don't let my demeanor fool you, my strength is still growing!"

Sora wasn't lying.

His power was indeed still increasing, something he found surprising. His Reiatsu grew every moment.

And there seemed to be no upper limit.

He felt like an empty ocean returning to its true capacity.

But there was no need to elaborate.

Hearing this, Yamamoto drew a sharp breath.

"I see..." Yamamoto thought for a moment: "This... I think we need to summon the Zero Division!"

Sora's power was still growing. Interfering with someone's growth was a grave matter.

Besides, Toshiro's suggestion had reminded him. Yes, they can just let the Zero Division handle it.

"That's fine with me!" Sora had no objections.

For him, this trip was about exploration.

"As for accommodations for the time being...?" Sora looked at Yamamoto.

"We will arrange it. Please be at ease!" Yamamoto said. "As for your lodging..."

Yamamoto pondered.

Byakuya seized the opportunity: "The Kuchiki Residence would be honored!"

"It would be our privilege to host you!" Byakuya's attitude was respectful. "Also, my sister misses you greatly!"

"Oh!!?" The other Captains' expressions shifted.

Ukitake and Kyoraku suddenly remembered: Sora was a Soul King!

The original Five Great Noble Families were descended from the Soul King's bloodline.

Their current status came from their powerful bloodline, producing strong heirs like Byakuya.

If they could secure a child... their families could become new nobles!

Both became excited.

"Ahem, my lord, my residence is also comfortable!"

"Mine too!"

Kyoraku and Ukitake stepped forward.

Suddenly, everyone wanted to host Sora!