To uncover Hui's origins, Squad Zero took action.
Although the members of Squad Zero couldn't leave the Soul King Palace easily, as Shinigami who had lived for a very long time, and as the most unique Squad Zero, how could they not have their own forces?
The Soul Society was vast, containing a countless number of Shinigami; not all powerful Shinigami were in the Gotei 13.
The one who arrived at Hui's villa at this time was one of them.
Judging by this Shinigami's spiritual pressure, Hui could sense that his power was at the level of a Lieutenant.
Even higher, infinitely close to the Captain level.
If his unique ability was taken into account, it wouldn't be a stretch to call him a Captain-level Shinigami.
Because his Zanpakuto's ability was concealment, hiding. It could completely conceal his body, his soul, and his Reiatsu fluctuations.
This ability was extremely advanced.
If Hui hadn't touched upon the essence of Reiryoku in his research and wasn't exceptionally sensitive to its presence, he probably wouldn't have discovered this Shinigami for a while.
Compared to this Shinigami who specialized in concealment, the little creature outside the window was far inferior in its hiding skills.
Hui thought to himself, glancing sideways and spotting the black cat currently perched on the large tree beside his villa.
This black cat had appeared a few days ago, pretending to stumble upon the villa by chance, then blatantly investigating Hui's life.
But Hui chose not to act against the black cat. As long as it didn't disturb him, Hui wouldn't bother with it.
However, this newcomer…
A glint of coldness flashed in his eyes.
Hui put down the book in his hand and suddenly spoke, "Entering someone's property and touching their belongings without the owner's permission is not a good habit."
In the tree outside, the black cat froze at his words, its tail ceasing its swaying.
But after just a second, it returned to normal.
However, it was now ready to retreat at any moment.
The Shinigami skilled in concealment also stiffened instantly.
He looked up at Hui, and seeing that Hui wasn't looking at him, he inwardly breathed a sigh of relief, but didn't completely let down his guard.
So, he decided to slip away first.
After all, this was a freak who could single-handedly challenge the entire Gotei 13. Once his presence was discovered, he had no confidence in escaping unscathed.
Thinking this, the Shinigami prepared to leave.
"Did I allow you to leave?"
However, at this very moment, Hui's voice sounded again, causing the Shinigami's pupils to constrict.
The bad feeling in his heart instantly amplified, and he felt his hair stand on end.
Without further hesitation, the Shinigami burst into action, fleeing at his top speed.
But, it was too late.
No matter how fast he was, how could he be faster than Hui?
The instant his figure was revealed, Hui made his move.
He directly activated his spatial affinity, sealing the entire villa's space in an instant. The power of space froze the Shinigami's body in mid-air, rendering him completely immobile.
At this moment, his face turned deathly pale.
Not just him, but the black cat in the tree outside also bristled.
After seeing the Shinigami frozen in mid-air, it instinctively wanted to turn and flee, but its body was similarly immobilized in the void.
"How... how did you find me?" The Shinigami asked, seemingly in disbelief.
This was understandable.
Due to the nature of his ability, in hundreds of years, this was the first time he had failed and been discovered by someone.
As for before that, the last time he was discovered was in the Soul King Palace.
It was after that discovery that he became a subordinate of a Squad Zero member.
"Your ability is truly excellent, but this is my territory." Hui spoke, beckoning with his hand, and the Shinigami was pulled before him.
He was a man who looked to be in his 40s, short in stature with an ordinary face. He currently looked at Hui with a mixture of disbelief and fear.
"I can't believe they're so bold as to send someone to pry into my life again." Hui muttered, subconsciously assuming the Shinigami was from the Gotei 13.
Hearing Hui's words, the Shinigami immediately understood Hui's misunderstanding.
This made him inwardly relieved; as long as he wasn't completely exposed, it was fine.
However, this relieved expression was caught by Hui, who realized he had guessed wrong.
"It seems you're not from the Gotei 13... then…" Hui began, having quietly released his mind reading ability, his words causing the Shinigami's pupils to shrink.
"You're... from Squad Zero."
A corner of Hui's mouth lifted as he revealed the Shinigami's origin.
The Shinigami's eyes widened in shock.
He couldn't believe that Hui actually knew about Squad Zero! It should be known that in the entire Soul Society, the number of Shinigami who knew about Squad Zero could be counted on one hand.
And Hui, already a human, actually knew about Squad Zero's existence!
In this moment, he thought of many things, even suspecting that there must be a terrifying power backing Hui.
"...Interesting. Perhaps I should also visit the Soul King Palace and take a look at that… Soul King." Hui muttered to himself, genuinely curious about the Soul King.
Because in this world, the Soul King's existence was related to the stability of the three worlds: Soul Society, the Human World, and Hueco Mundo.
If the Soul King died, all three worlds would collapse along with him.
Had such an existence already surpassed the physical realm and reached the state of 'Oneness with the world'? Could such a being have already touched upon the invisible concept of 'rules'?
Hui's curiosity was overflowing.
And his words caused the Shinigami before him to tremble.
Not only Squad Zero, but this human in front of him also knew about the Soul King Palace, and even knew about the Soul King!
"Forget it, no rush." Hui shook his head, dismissing the thought.
Going to the Soul King Palace would undoubtedly result in a fierce battle.
And right now, turning the world upside down was clearly not what Hui wanted.
Although he could indeed have a good and satisfying fight, it wasn't Hui being arrogant, but those members of Squad Zero were simply not his opponents.
Fighting a few infinitely resurrecting weaklings wasn't what Hui desired.
He was more interested in Aizen who had fused with the Hogyoku, or the future Yhwach, or even Ichigo.
"Since you're here, there's no need to leave. Stay and be my test subject." Hui looked at the Shinigami beside him again, a smile accompanying his chilling words.
With a wave of his hand, the Shinigami completely vanished.
Afterwards, Hui lay back down on his lounge chair, basking in the sun leisurely. Only this time, he didn't continue reading.
Instead, he held a black cat in his hands, gently stroking it.
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