Chapter 1

It seems that the recent turmoil has something to do with Urozakuro's ability after all.

But she said that what she did merely served as a trigger.

The beings that are appearing before us are the result of our past and thoughts that remained in the Soul Society, combined with the power of that Arrancar's threads.

So, is there a way to get rid of them all without causing more to appear?

Forgive me. She disappeared during the battle, so this is all that I know.

Very well. Continue with your work, then.

Yes, sir!

(I heard there are many reports of Spiritual Pressure beings that resemble as-of-yet unidentified captains, and a lot of them seem to be from the Sokyoku and the Rukon District, but what about around here?)

Oh, my, it sure has been a while. By the way, Captain, is your grandmother well?

If you've got time, you should go and see her. I'm sure that would make her very happy!

I'm here for work, not to play around.

Aw, come on. You're here now, so there's no reason for you to act so cold.

We just have to finish up here quickly.

At any rate, what are these copies of the captains like, anyway?

Rukia and the others made it sound like they can even change forms. I wouldn't mind seeing that for myself.

Is that so?

Huh? Captain? He was just over there...

Move, Rangiku!

What?! Wow, you really do look just like him.

So you're one of them...

If you know what I am, that should speed things along. Get ready.

(We can't keep fighting in a place like this.)

Rangiku. I'll do my best to get this thing away from any populated areas.

Report to the Head Captain and ensure the safety of the nearby residents.

But...

Go.

Understood.