The screen gradually faded to black, but Aizen's words continued echoing in the minds of countless viewers across all three realms.
"Don't let me down..."
"You are my greatest creation..."
The audience remained completely immersed in the shocking emotional aftermath of these revelations.
[Kuchiki Rukia]: Hey, why did it stop so suddenly? I want to know what happens next!
[Kurotsuchi Mayuri]: Is this genuinely a scene from the future? Or some elaborate fictional movie created by humans?
[Zaraki Kenpachi]: How boring. Are they going to fight properly or not?
After witnessing the previous scene, many viewers were left speechless. If it weren't for Ichigo Kurosaki's desperate and increasingly hysterical demeanor, many might have assumed Aizen was simply having a friendly sparring session with him.
[Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni]: Although I'm reluctant to admit it, the bottomless spiritual pressure emanating from this golden screen and the authenticity of these images don't appear to be fabricated.
[Kurosaki Ichigo]: What the hell is he talking about... I... I refuse to believe it!
[Ukitake Jūshirō]: It seems Aizen's schemes are far more complex than we imagined. Even now, we've severely underestimated him. His previous betrayal and everything he's planned extends far beyond our comprehension.
[Kyōraku Shunsui]: Wait, although this information is extremely shocking, let's not forget the original theme of this golden screen! Wasn't it supposed to reveal Aizen's greatest masterpiece? Initially I assumed it was the Hōgyoku, but apparently not.
Kyōraku Shunsui's words served as a wake-up call, reminding everyone of the projection's original purpose.
[Kurotsuchi Mayuri]: Would it be more accurate to say that the most perfect creation is Aizen himself after fusing with the Hōgyoku?
[Unohana Retsu]: Indeed, his regenerative abilities alone far exceed anything within the realm of ordinary Shinigami.
[Hitsugaya Tōshirō]: He's essentially toying with Ichigo Kurosaki right now... and I can sense his spiritual pressure even through the screen. It seems even stronger than when he first betrayed Soul Society.
[Shihōin Yoruichi]: The ruins of the Human World in those images appear to be the aftermath of a massive battle. Has Aizen abandoned using Arrancar as proxies and begun taking direct action himself?
[Ichimaru Gin]: It appears that under the Hōgyoku's influence, Captain Aizen has become truly invincible!
[Urahara Kisuke]: No, the answer is somewhat disturbing, but I believe I understand now... What the Three Realms Projection is trying to convey is that Aizen's perfect masterpiece is Kurosaki Ichigo himself!!
[Kurosaki Ichigo]: What?! What are you saying?!
Urahara Kisuke had just dropped an absolutely bombshell revelation.
Ichigo Kurosaki was already reeling from learning that his entire life had been orchestrated by Aizen. Now, hearing that he was supposedly Aizen's most perfect creation left his mind in complete chaos.
How does any of this connect?
Ichigo Kurosaki, who had inexplicably obtained Shinigami powers and learned about Soul Society only recently, was completely unable to process so much overwhelming information.
While questioning everything about his existence, Ichigo also reflected on his past encounters with Aizen. The more he thought about it, the more disturbed he became...
The last time he'd met Aizen, he'd been effortlessly stopped by a single finger. But Aizen had been remarkably gentle... His tone of voice had been almost affectionate... After that encounter, Aizen hadn't inflicted any fatal damage whatsoever.
This clearly demonstrated that Aizen truly harbored no real hostility toward him! It was exactly like the scene they'd just witnessed!
Does he refuse to kill me because I'm his "perfect specimen"?
The other Shinigami were equally stunned when they heard Urahara Kisuke's assessment.
[Ukitake Jūshirō]: Kurosaki Ichigo is Aizen's perfect creation? This seems rather difficult to imagine... Although Kurosaki Ichigo is certainly extraordinary, calling him Aizen's greatest masterpiece doesn't seem reasonable.
[Unohana Retsu]: But this is a scene from the future. What will transpire in the future? Will Ichigo Kurosaki and Aizen develop some kind of relationship? They appear to be in a hostile state currently.
[Kuchiki Byakuya]: Speaking of which, Ichigo Kurosaki's mask and the Hollow-like power within his body don't appear to be natural phenomena. They must have been deliberately created by someone.
[Abarai Renji]: Indeed, Ichigo Kurosaki's rate of growth is somewhat too rapid to be natural.
On the other side, Aizen Sōsuke observed everyone's discussions while falling into deep contemplation.
Although he had been maintaining oversight of the overall situation and controlling all aspects of his plans, the appearance of the Three Realms Projection had still disrupted his usual composure.
What Urahara Kisuke said does make logical sense.
Although the Three Realms Projection didn't state it explicitly, it's becoming obvious that Ichigo Kurosaki is the answer to this question!
Indeed, I have been controlling Ichigo Kurosaki's entire life trajectory.
It's not an exaggeration to say that Ichigo Kurosaki is my perfect specimen.
As a human who possesses both Hollow and Shinigami powers, he's extremely likely to completely transcend the limitations of individual species.
From this perspective, he surpasses even the Visored such as Hirako Shinji.
After Aizen had obtained the Hōgyoku, he had helped numerous Hollows achieve Arrancarification. The transformation allowing Hollows to gain Shinigami-like abilities could indeed break species limitations and grant dramatically increased power!
Aizen was deeply immersed in the wonderful sensation of a god creating all forms of life.
But those Arrancar were still far from the perfect creation he envisioned in his mind.
Is Ichigo Kurosaki truly my greatest work?
Can Ichigo Kurosaki actually surpass the Hōgyoku in significance?
At minimum, he should possess power capable of competing with me, so as not to disappoint my expectations, correct?
Unfortunately, although the Ichigo Kurosaki shown in the projection was powerful, he was still far from satisfying Aizen's standards!
After considering this extensively, Aizen couldn't convince himself either way, so he decided to set the matter aside temporarily and observe what the next developments would reveal.
In Karakura Town in the Human World, besides Ichigo Kurosaki, Uryū Ishida, and the others, there were actually many additional individuals who had also witnessed the Three Realms Projection appear in their minds.
For example, Ichigo Kurosaki's father, Isshin Kurosaki, and Uryū Ishida's father, Ryūken Ishida.
They had simply been lurking silently in the chat group until now.
When Isshin Kurosaki witnessed this future scene, he couldn't help but click his tongue and mutter to himself:
"The relationship between my son and Aizen is indeed very deep... How ironic!"
"If you didn't know better, you might think Aizen was Ichigo's father..."
Kurosaki Isshin felt extremely uncomfortable with this thought.
"Now isn't the right time to reveal everything to Ichigo."
"But my Shinigami powers are slowly recovering, and with all these major disturbances caused by Aizen in the future, it probably won't be long before I'm forced to join the battle."
"I'm such a useless father... I can't keep being helpless..."
As Ichigo Kurosaki's biological father, Isshin contemplated the intriguing questions and scenes from the Three Realms Projection while thinking about Masaki Kurosaki, filling his heart with complex emotions.
Ichigo Kurosaki is Aizen's most perfect creation?
Hmph! How ridiculous.
In that case, what does that make Masaki and me?
Ichigo Kurosaki is the product of our love.
In every meaningful way, Ichigo Kurosaki is the most perfect creation of our marriage!
How could Aizen possibly understand such love!?
Things like the Hōgyoku and the Arrancar created by Aizen lack love and genuine emotion—what does it matter if they're powerful?
Can they truly be considered perfect creations!?
The combination of Quincy, Shinigami, Hollow, and human heritage resulted in Ichigo Kurosaki possessing such incredibly rich bloodlines.
This is simply the arrangement of fate itself.
Even Aizen, who calls himself a god, isn't qualified to claim credit for this!
At the same time, within Soul Society, the Shinigami couldn't reach a consensus.
Many Shinigami still couldn't accept that Ichigo Kurosaki would be Aizen's perfect creation.
Perhaps Aizen himself, having merged with the Hōgyoku, was the correct answer?
After all, the Aizen shown in the projection had indeed transcended ordinary Shinigami and begun evolving toward a higher realm of existence!
Moreover, at this point in time, Ichigo Kurosaki hadn't yet reached a level where Soul Society considered him of great importance.
Many Shinigami continued analyzing the conversation between Aizen and Ichigo, attempting to decipher the Three Realms Projection's true meaning.
Some Shinigami remained skeptical about the projection itself, wondering if it might be an ability similar to Kyōka Suigetsu.
After witnessing countless powerful beings experience such dramatic emotional shifts, Senyu felt extremely satisfied.
I'm confident that in the near future, everyone will learn increasingly important truths!
This will also allow me to harvest more and more emotional energy from their shock and amazement!
While everyone was lost in their own thoughts and theories, Senyu mentally arranged the Three Realms Projection's next operation.
[DING!]
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[This features a famous scene starring a legendary figure!]
[The Weakest Captain! One of the most infamous Shinigami captains, the shame of the captain ranks...]
[Rokuguruma Kensei!!!]
[Former Captain of the Ninth Division of Soul Society's Gotei 13 and current member of the Visored!]
[Also serves as a combat measurement unit for determining the strength of Shinigami throughout the world!]
[He can truly be called a legend!]
[The man who tattooed "69" on his body...]
[Please watch the following screen carefully and be prepared to answer questions at any time!]
One title after another served as the ultimate "praise" for Rokuguruma Kensei!
As soon as Rokuguruma Kensei's spotlight feature was announced, it instantly caused massive waves of reaction!
[Rokuguruma Kensei]: ???
[Kuna Mashiro]: Can you really say Kensei is one of the most infamous captains? What kind of reputation is that supposed to be?
[Hirako Shinji]: Oh, I didn't expect you to be featured last among the captains, Kensei. snicker The "Weakest Captain"... isn't that nickname a bit too cruel? And what does this "combat measurement unit" thing mean?
[Senyu]: If I understand correctly, they mean using him as the smallest unit of measurement to gauge other powerful individuals, right?
[Hirako Shinji]: Oh, someone like me should have no problem fighting two or three Kenseis simultaneously, right?
[Rokuguruma Kensei]: Damn it, I'm not that pathetic, am I?! Where's my dignity?!