Especially since it appeared to be an adult-level scenario.

Then, they sensed a terrifying reiatsu emanating from the figure that had suddenly materialized before them.

Though the spiritual pressure was fleeting, it exerted incomparable force upon them.

"This is..." The three women were stunned.

They hadn't expected the female Shinigami's "master" to possess such overwhelming power.

This reiatsu felt vaguely familiar—and profoundly unsettling.

As this spiritual pressure radiated outward, the entire battlefield fell silent!

Several prominent fighters redirected their attention to Shiroha Uehara's unexpected arrival.

The moment he appeared, Shiroha became the focal point for everyone present.

Though Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto remained silent, his extraordinarily solemn expression finally softened, and his right hand—gripping Ryūjin Jakka—relaxed slightly.

After noticing the abnormally potent reiatsu of the elderly man, he had been prepared to intervene.

Rangiku Matsumoto could never withstand that monstrous creature alone.

His intervention would have been necessary.

Though doing so might have created an opening for Aizen and his cohorts to exploit, he couldn't passively observe his subordinate's slaughter.

Everything changed with Shiroha's arrival.

Shiroha had come, and victory was assured!

Despite the man's questionable demeanor, his combat prowess was unquestionably formidable.

Even he, the most powerful Shinigami, couldn't confidently claim he could defeat Shiroha in his current state.

It was precisely this consideration that led Yamamoto to permit Shiroha's repeated bending of established rules.

In truth, provided Shiroha didn't exceed certain boundaries, and as long as Squad Zero remained uninvolved, he would not directly confront him.

Because the man possessed both the qualifications and strength to command genuine respect.

Besides, the future inevitably belonged to the younger generation.

Concerning Shiroha, Yamamoto never hesitated to exercise additional tolerance.

This surprised Shunsui Kyōraku.

After all, anyone who dared violate regulations—even his beloved students—typically faced the old man's unrestrained wrath.

Shiroha stood exempt from this restriction. He was truly privileged.

Baraggan, having just reverted to his original form, glared fiercely toward Shiroha's direction, muttering discontentedly:

"Troublesome brat! Had this upstart not appeared to disrupt everything, victory would have been mine!"

After releasing his Resurrección, his power had increased dramatically, easily suppressing his opponents and extinguishing their fighting spirit.

Baraggan preferred this methodical psychological dismantling to swift execution.

He delighted in systematically destroying his enemies' resolve, never tiring of the process.

He had been approaching the precipice of success.

The woman and the large man were already displaying signs of panic.

He had maintained complete control of the situation.

Baraggan yearned for this sensation of dominance and absolute authority.

Curse Aizen, curse Shiroha!

Aizen had stripped everything from him.

And from the moment that youth named Shiroha materialized, the collective morale of all Shinigami soared.

The previously subdued atmosphere shattered, with numerous Shinigami reclaiming their confidence and resolve.

And Shiroha had merely appeared—not even engaged in combat—yet had already exerted such profound influence.

This evoked both resentment and envy in Baraggan, though he remained powerless to alter the circumstances.

He would never genuinely serve Aizen.

Shiroha represented Aizen's adversary, not his own.

Whoever sought to challenge such a formidable opponent could proceed; he would maintain his distance.

With this perspective, Baraggan redirected his attention to the enemies before him.

Meanwhile, Suì-Fēng, in her battle-damaged attire, no longer exhibited her previous discouragement and helplessness. Her expression had reclaimed its characteristic firmness and determination.

Merely sensing the man's powerful reiatsu infused her with boundless strength and fighting spirit.

This time, defeat was inconceivable.

"Finally arrived!" Upon witnessing Shiroha's appearance, Shunsui Kyōraku exhaled with palpable relief.

"Is that Shiroha Uehara?" Starrk remarked with characteristic indolence:

"The troublemaker has arrived. The atmosphere has transformed. What a formidable individual. And remarkably youthful and handsome as well—truly unfair."

"Enough idle chatter—take action and approach this seriously, you indolent fool!" From below, Lilynette was anxiously bouncing with agitation.

Starrk's expression finally adopted genuine seriousness:

"Shiroha's arrival combined with your unreleased Bankai! The situation indeed appears precarious. It seems I must reveal my genuine capabilities. Lilynette, approach me!"

Jūshirō Ukitake on the ground graciously refrained from impeding Lilynette.

Even amid warfare, he conducted himself with genuine nobility.

This stood in stark contrast to the cunning "old silver coin" confronting Starrk overhead.

Shunsui Kyōraku embodied nothing resembling a gentleman.

He would steal when opportunity permitted and exploit any advantage available.

Because this conflict harbored no innocents.

His sole responsibility was protecting his companions and defending Soul Society.

To achieve these objectives, Kyōraku would employ any necessary means, regardless of consequence.

Currently, however, his pressure had diminished significantly.

Because Shiroha had arrived.

The previously diminished morale instantly rejuvenated.

Continuing this trajectory, they might achieve victory without genuine combat.

Thus, he maintained his composure, simply seeking additional intelligence.

Presently, Kyōraku observed Starrk and Lilynette standing together with apparent casualness, inquiring with evident confusion:

"That's your claim, but what action can you actually implement? Two against one? Or perhaps release your Resurrección?"

He possessed some knowledge regarding Arrancar Resurrección.

He had witnessed Baraggan's release.

Following Resurrección, Baraggan's capabilities had improved comprehensively, with his exerted pressure increasing dramatically.

Evidently, Resurrección paralleled the Shinigami's Bankai.

Careful observation was essential.

"Not precisely!" Starrk placed his hand atop Lilynette's head, explaining:

"An Arrancar's Zanpakutō differs fundamentally from your Shinigami weapons; it functions as a seal containing our inherent power. Thus, an Arrancar's release represents the process of reclaiming our true strength. This constitutes Resurrección. However, I diverge from other Arrancar. I sealed my power not within my Zanpakutō, but divided it into a separate entity. Lilynette and I represent two halves of a singular being. Therefore, my Resurrección involves merging with Lilynette. Through this, I reveal my authentic form."

Regardless of his comfort, despite his preference for inactivity, he neither desired meaningless death nor wished to witness his companions' tragic demise.