Hello everyone, Thunder here with another chapter. To all the Americans, have a safe and fun 4th of July weekday? I hate it when holidays land on the middle of the week. It makes everything awkward. Anyways, Darklord331 was able to beta this chapter. I hope all of you enjoy this chapter.
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"Hello." – Normal talking.
"Hello." – Normal thoughts.
"Hello." – Zanpakutō speaking.
"Hello." – Zanpakutō thoughts.
Ichigo opened his eyes to see he was surrounded by his peerage in bed. Ichigo remembered that after he got back from the Dimensional Gap, he had dinner with his entire peerage. As soon as that was done, Akasha, Gilgamesh, Artoria, and Ophis dragged him into his bedroom for the victory party. As Ichigo moved out of bed, his other peerage members began to wake up.
"Ichigo,"Chishiki said.
"Yes?" Ichigo replied.
"Do you have any plans today?" She asked.
"I planned to go to Soul Society for a few things. Why?"
"Can I spend some time in the Trainer?" She asked.
"Doing what?" Ichigo asked.
"Some experiments." She replied.
"Sure," Ichigo replied.
"Can Medea, Mysteria, and Hōgyoku assist me as well?" She added.
"Mysteria? Hōgyoku?" Ichigo asked.
"Sure," Mysteria replied.
"I don't see any problems with that," Hōgyoku replied. He walked over to the bed to see Medea still sleeping. Ichigo gently shook her.
"Medea?" Ichigo asked. Her eyes switched as she slowly woke up.
"Yes, Ichigo." She replied with a grumble.
"Sorry for waking you up." He apologized.
"Not a problem." She replied as she sat up. "What do you need from me?"
"Two things. Can I have the Trainer back?" Ichigo asked.
"Sure," Medea said as she waved her hand. The Trainer flew into the room and landed in her hand. She handed it to Ichigo.
"Thank you." He replied.
"And the second thing?" Medea asked.
"Are you busy today?" Ichigo asked.
"Not really. Why?" Medea asked.
"One of my spirits is planning to do some experiments in the Trainer and asked you to join her," Ichigo explained.
"Sure," Medea replied. "When?"
"After breakfast."
"Ok. Should we meet in your office?" She asked.
"That sounds good." Ichigo kissed her on the forehead. He send the Trainer to his mindscape and went down for breakfast.
"Morning Ichigo," Akasha said as she sat down next to him at the dining table.
"Morning Akasha," Ichigo replied.
"Do you have anything planned today?" She asked.
"I planned to go to Soul Society later today," Ichigo answered.
"I see. Please be back by dinnertime. I have an announcement to make."
"Ok," Ichigo said. "I also will have a few announcements to make as well," Ichigo said.
"Very well," Akasha said. Soon breakfast was served. As they ate, Akasha gave him a brief update on how everyone was doing regarding Earth's impending evolution. Soon they finished their breakfast. Ichigo pushed his chair back, ready to stand up, and when Akasha sat on his lap. Ichigo cracked a smile and tilted his neck to the side.
"Go ahead." He said.
"Thank you!" She said as she bit down on his neck and began to drink his blood. He could hear her muffled sexual moans as she drank his blood.
"KAA-SAN!" Moka yelled. Akasha quickly let go of Ichigo's neck as she turned to Moka with a pout.
"You could wait your turn, you know." She replied. Ichigo glanced to see Akua and Kahlua looking at him, unconsciously licking their lips. Ichigo chuckled.
"All of you can have a turn," Ichigo said. Moka, Akua, and Kahlua rushed to Ichigo. Akasha moved to the side, allowing the girls to drink some of his blood. After breakfast, Ichigo went back to his office. Medea was already inside, waiting for him. He summoned Chishiki, Mysteria, Hōgyoku."
"Chishiki, do you need anything else before I send you to the Trainer?" Ichigo asked.
"Can you send me Intelligentsia's limbs you severed?" She asked.
"Sure," Ichigo said as he activated Schrift K: The Kūkan-Teki Shihai. He opened a small hole into the pocket dimension. He found Intelligentsia's severed limbs and sent them to the Trainer. He closed the pocket dimension and sealed Schrift K: The Kūkan-Teki Shihai. "Anything else I can do for you?"
"Not right now," Chishiki replied. Ichigo teleported Chishiki, Medea, Hōgyoku, and Mysteria inside the Trainer. He sent the Trainer back to his mindscape. With that done, Ichigo opened a Garganta and left.
Scene Change: Soul Society: First Division
Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto sat in his office, staring at a computer screen. He was reading over the third bane of his existence, paperwork.
"Why does every Taichō need to send me a copy of all the paperwork they signed off?" Genryusai thought as he signed the bottom of the page. With a click of his mouse, the digital packet of paperwork was done. He raised his hands, stretching them over his head. "I wonder what we have for dinner." Suddenly a Garganta opened in his office. Genryūsai gripped his zanpakutō, ready to use it. Ichigo stepped out of the Garganta, which closed behind him. Genryūsai felt relieved as he let go of his Zanpakutō.
"Hello, Genryūsai." Ichigo greeted.
"Hello Ichigo," Genryūsai replied.
"Can you call for an emergency meeting with the other Taichōs?" Ichigo asked.
"Very well." He replied as he snapped his fingers. Twelve Jigokuchō flew out of the window. "If I may ask, what is this meeting about?"
"I captured our missing traitors," Ichigo said.
"I see…" Genryūsai said with a sigh. They stepped out of Genryūsai's office and down to the assembly hall. Ichigo and Genryūsai sat down as they waited for the other Taichōs. Slowly the other Taichōs entered the assembly hall. They could see Ichigo's and Genryūsai's serious faces as they sat down and waited. The Taichōs silently sat down and waited. Soon all of them arrived and sat down. Ichigo stood up.
"Welcome to this emergency meeting," Ichigo began. "It's been over a decade since Soul Society was separated from the World of the Living. Much has changed since that time." Ichigo glanced at Ukitake. "At some point in time, I will hand Kuchiki-Fukutaichō a notebook filled with important information about the changed World of the Living."
"She is currently working from the Kuchiki Estate today," Ukitake said.
"Then I guess I will visit the Kuchiki Estate later today," Ichigo turned to Byakuya.
"We would be honored for your visit." He replied.
"Thank you," Ichigo said. "Now we can talk about the next thing." Ichigo summoned the Trainer and released the Tsunayashiro Tokinada, Suì-Fēng, and Kyōraku Shunsui. All of them were gagged and bound by reiatsu-suppressing handcuffs and ankle cuffs. "Tokinada Tsunayashiro." The man turned his neck to look at Ichigo. "You are guilty of attempting to organize a coup against me. Your punishment is death." Ichigo replaced the Trainer in his hand with Kokugatsu. His eyes widen upon seeing Ichigo's zanpakutō. He tries to wiggle away. Ichigo snapped his fingers. Suddenly his body froze midmovement. Ichigo allowed his reiatsu to flow into Kokugatsu, heating the blade as he swung down, decapitating him. Not a drop of blood managed to escape his body. "After this meeting, have his body displayed as a warning to everyone."
"Yes Reiō-sama." Genryūsai replied. Ichigo turned to Suì-Fēng and Kyōraku.
"Suì-Fēng and Kyōraku Shunsui. Both of you are also guilty of attempting to organize a coup against me, abandoning your position, disobeying orders, and other mundane crimes," Ichigo began. "Due to your actions in the previous war, I will not execute you." Ichigo sheathed Kokugatsu. "But I will allow the Gotei 14 to judge you for your crimes," Ichigo said as he sat down. "If they decide to imprison you instead, know this," Ichigo lowered his reiatsu; allowing everyone to feel it.
"He's even stronger than before!?" Everyone thought upon feeling his reiatsu. He focused his reiatsu and killing intent on Suì-Fēng and Kyōraku.
"Do not take this kindness as weakness. I can easily kill you at any moment. Any time. Any place. I would end you if you crossed my kindness." Ichigo said as he released his reiatsu and killing intent. Both Suì-Fēng and Kyōraku blacked out, foam beginning to bubble out of their mouth. Ichigo glanced at Unohana, who was blushing and squirming. "Unohana-taichō," Ichigo said. She looked at Ichigo, trying to control herself.
"Yes Reiō-sama?" Unohana asked.
"Make sure they don't die." He ordered.
"Yes Reiō-sama," Unohana replied as she left her seat and checked on Suì-Fēng and Kyōraku. "Both of them are still alive."
"Good," Ichigo said.
"In that case, they will be detained in First Division Cells for the time being," Genryūsai said.
"They are your prisoners, treat them as such," Ichigo replied. Unohana returned to her seat. Ichigo turned to Byakuya. "The rest of the Tsunayashiro Clan will be placed in Sixth Division custody."
"I will prepare cells for them Reiō-sama," Byakuya replied. "What do you plan to do to them?"
"I will allow your division to investigate the Tsunayashiro clan and see who's truly a traitor or simply following the former head due to fear."
"Do you have a punishment in mind for them?" He asked.
"I will trust this matter to you," Ichigo replied.
"As you wish Reiō-sama," Byakuya replied.
"Is there anything I immediately need to know about?" Ichigo asked. No one replied to him. "After I deliver the prisoners to the Sixth Division, I need something from the Third Division. Does anyone else wish to have a private word with me?" Ichigo asked. Urahara silently raised his hand. "Besides Urahara-taichō, does anyone else needs to talk to me?" No one else raised their hand. "In that case, this emergency meeting is over. You are to return to your regular duties." Everyone except for Byakuya shunpō'ed away. Genryūsai took Suì-Fēng and Kyōraku with him. "Let's go," Ichigo said. Byakuya and Ichigo shunpō'ed to the Sixth Division. As they entered the division, Ichigo could see the division was busy with Shinigami walking around. Ichigo noticed that the female Shinigami noticed Byakuya and gave him a flirty wave. Byakuya calmly ignored them. It didn't take long before they arrived in the dungeon. Ichigo summoned the Trainer and released all the prisoners inside the cell. They all looked shocked and nervous.
"Reiō-sama has decided to be merciful to all of you. He has allowed us to decide your fate." Byakuya said. They all looked at Ichigo, hope filled their eyes.
"Kuchiki-taichō is correct. I have allowed the Gotei 14 to determine our fate." Ichigo confirmed. All of them cried out in joy. Ichigo and Byakuya left the dungeon. They soon arrived on the ground floor of the division. Byakuya escorted Ichigo out. Once again Ichigo saw the flirty look from Byakuya's female subordinates. "I will see you later at the Kuchiki Estate," Ichigo said.
"We will be waiting for your arrival," Byakuya replied. Ichigo shunpō'ed away. Ichigo arrived at Third Division. Ichigo could see Rose standing there, waiting for him.
"Hello Ichigo," Rose said.
"Hello, Rose," He replied.
"What can Third Division do for you?" He asked.
"I need to see Ōetsu II," Ichigo replied. Rose nodded his head.
"He is inside his home," Rose said. "Do you need me to show you the way?"
"I got it," Ichigo said as he shunpō'ed away. Ichigo traveled deep underground Third Division before he arrived at Houou Palace. Ichigo walked behind the fake mansion and knocked on the door. The door opened and Ichigo was greeted by one of the many supermodels looking Zanpakutō.
"Hello, Reiō-sama. Do you need Ōetsu-sama?" She asked.
"I do." He replied.
"Please follow me Reiō-sama." Ichigo walked through the fake mansion. They soon arrived to see Ōetsu laying down on a sofa; surrounded by women. His head was on a woman's lap while another one fed him pieces of fruit. The third one lay in front of him, allowing him to cuddle with her.
"Ladies," Ōetsu said. All the ladies stood up and left the room. "Hello, Reiō-sama."
"Hello Ōetsu," Ichigo replied.
"What can I do for ya?" He asked.
"Can I get five Asauchi?" Ichigo asked.
"You gained five more Zanpakutōs?" He asked.
"No but I intend to use them to awaken a few Shinigami," Ichigo replied. Ōetsu stared at Ichigo for a moment before he nodded his head.
"I will have one of my girls give them to you." He answered.
"Good," Ichigo said. "As a present, take a look at my zanpakutō." Ichigo summoned Kokugatsu. Ōetsu looked at Kokugatsu with a curious look. His eyes suddenly widen.
"What!? How!?" He turned to Ichigo. "What did you do to create a third release state?"
"I killed a planetary-leveled being and Zangetsu decided to absorb its power," Ichigo answered. Ōetsu stared at Ichigo.
"P-planetary level?" Ōetsu said as he tried to comprehend Ichigo's words.
"Yep." Ichigo casually replied.
"What is it called?" He asked.
"Chōzetsukai," Ichigo replied. Ōetsu nodded his head.
"The name is rather fitting." He replied. One of the Zanpakutō super models returned with five Asauchis.
"Here you go Reiō-sama." She said.
"Thank you," Ichigo replied as he accepted the Asauchis. He sent them and his zanpakutō to his mindscape.
"Anything else you need from me?" He asked.
"No," Ichigo said.
"Ok. See you later." Ichigo walked out of Houou Palace and shunpō'ed away. Ichigo arrived in front of the Twelfth Division. Ichigo could see Urahara standing outside, waiting for him.
"Hello Kisuke." Ichigo said.
"Hello Ichigo," Kisuke replied. "Follow me." He said. They entered the Twelfth Division. They walked down the hallway. Ichigo could see other members of the Twelfth Division working on all kinds of things. They soon arrived at Kisuke's office. As soon as Kisuke closed the door, Ichigo could feel a few kidōs activating, sealing the room. "Now we can speak without being overheard." Kisuke turned to Ichigo. "What did you do with Kagerōza Inaba's research?" He asked.
"I kept them," Ichigo replied.
"Them?" Kisuke questioned. "He was able to complete his research?"
"He was," Ichigo replied. "But they were too weak. The strongest among them, not including Kagerōza himself, was only a fukutaichō." Ichigo said.
"I see…" Kisuke said. "But where are they now?"
"They are living their lives under my protection," Ichigo replied.
"Good for them," Kisuke replied.
"Do you have any extra Gikon and Gokon Tekkō?" Ichigo asked.
"Are you finally allowing your sisters to awaken their Shinigami powers?" Kisuke guessed.
"Kind of right," Ichigo replied.
"I believe I do. How many do you need?" Kisuke asked.
"Five of each," Ichigo replied.
"Oh? You got some little ones running around?" Kisuke asked.
"At least I made some progress with my girls. How's you and Yoruichi?" Ichigo countered.
"Um…um. Good." He nervously replied.
"So horrible," Ichigo replied.
"It's not horrible." He quickly defended.
"Have you done anything with her yet?" Ichigo asked.
"We've dated and kissed." He admitted.
"That's it?" Ichigo replied.
"It's not easy. We don't want to rush." He said as he stood up. "Let me help you get those things so you can continue with your day," Ichigo smirked as Kisuke changed the topic. Ichigo didn't comment as Kisuke released the kidō. They left his office and walked down a hallway. They soon arrived at a counter. Standing behind the counter was a young woman with short black hair that reaches the top of her neck. She has green eyes that were covered by her large square-rimmed spectacles. She wore the standard Shinigami shihakushō underneath a white lab.
"Good morning Reiō-sama and Urahara-taichō!" The Shinigami manning the counter greeted them.
"Good morning, Kuna-chan!" Kisuke replied.
"What can I do for you today?" Kuna Niko asked.
"Reiō-sama needs a few Gikon and Gokon Tekkō," Kisuke replied.
"Very well, let me write it down for inventory purposes." She replied as she quickly typed something on her monitor. She stood up and walked to the back. She quickly replied with two white paper bags with the kanji for the twelfth division on them.
"Thank you," Ichigo said as grabbed the bags and send them to his mindscape.
"No problem Reiō-sama. It has been my pleasure to serve you." Kuna Niko bowed to Ichigo. Ichigo glanced at Kisuke.
"Thanks for the stuff," Ichigo said.
"No problem Reiō-sama. See you later." Kisuke replied. Ichigo shunpō'ed away. Ichigo arrived at the Kuchiki Manor. As he arrived at the front gate, he was greeted by a maid who immediately bowed to him.
"Good morning Reiō-sama." The maid greeted.
"Good morning," Ichigo replied. "You may rise." The maid stood back up.
"Allow me to escort you to Rukia-sama." She said. Ichigo silently followed behind the maid. They soon arrived at the door. The maid was about to knock on the door when the door suddenly slid open, and a child ran into Ichigo's legs.
"Ow!" The child cried as it fell to the ground. Ichigo took a closer look at the child. The child had bright red hair, which is bound with a white ribbon in a high spiky ponytail at the back. The child rubbed the back of their head and looked at Ichigo. He could see the child was a girl with large violet eyes.
"Ichika!" A familiar voice yelled. Ichigo and Ichika turned to see Rukia running toward them.
"Kaa-san!" Ichika said. Rukia grabbed Ichika and lifted her. As soon as Ichika was standing, Rukia grabbed her head and forced her to bow.
"I'm sorry Reiō-sama for my daughter bumping into you." Rukia quickly said.
"It's fine. I can see your child will someday become a strong Shinigami, just like her parents." Ichigo replied. They soon entered the room. The maid slid the door behind him. Ichigo snapped his fingers as he erected a private kidō around them.
"Ichika, I told you to stop running inside the manor!" Rukia yelled at her daughter.
"Sorry, Kaa-san!" Ichika replied. "Is he really the Reiō-sama?" Ichigo chuckled.
"It doesn't matter if you believe me," Ichigo admitted. He turned to Rukia. He could see she grew slightly taller and has a slightly more mature look to herself. "You look good Rukia."
"Thank you." She replied.
"But you are still a midget." Ichigo quickly added. Rukia's right eye twitched.
"And you are still an idiot!" Rukia yelled as she instinctively kicked Ichigo's shin. Everyone heard the crack of a bone breaking. "OW!" Rukia shouted as she held her broken toes. Ichigo waved his hands over Rukia's broken toes, instantly healing them. "Thanks." She said.
"No problem. I don't want to be held responsible for bullying a Fukutaichō." Ichigo added. Rukia rolled her eyes. Ichigo chuckled as he summoned a notebook. "The World of the Living has dramatically changed in the last decade. Make sure everyone reads this notebook and is mentally prepared."
"Got it," Rukia replied as she took the notebook.
"Also when your division is ready to redeploy, please let me know so I can arrange with the ruler of each country," Ichigo said.
"You have control of all our territory?" Rukia asked as she looked at the map of the world.
"My subordinates," Ichigo admitted.
"I will get this out immediately," Rukia said.
"Before you read, I have a quick question," Ichigo said.
"Sure," Rukia replied. Ichigo turned to Ichika.
"I need you to go into the corner while I have a private talk with your mother."
"Sure," Ichika replied.
"Good girls get a reward," Ichigo said as he summoned a bag of chips from his mindscape.
"Oooh," Ichika said as she grabbed the bag of chips. She quickly sat in the corner, munching on the salty goodness. Ichigo snapped his fingers, having a privacy barrier around them.
"Did you really need to spoil my daughter with those?" Rukia asked.
"Yes, I had to." Ichigo calmly replied as he summoned a pack of boxed chocolate milk.
"So, what did you want to ask me about?" Rukia asked as she took the chocolate milk and began to sip it.
"Are the nobles trying to pair their daughters with Byakuya?" Ichigo asked.
"They are," Rukia admitted. "The Kuchiki Elders reminded Onii-sama that he doesn't have an heir to the Kuchiki Clan. They told him how close Onii-sama was to dying in the Quincy War. Onii-sama, in turn, reminded him that was married to Nee-sama and doesn't want a second wife."
"Let me guess, the Elders decided to announce that Clan was looking for a suitable wife for Byakuya. The only requirement was that the wife needs to be a noble clan and has to attract Byakuya's attention?" Ichigo guessed.
"Correct," Rukia replied.
"Couldn't he name you, his heir?" Ichigo asked.
"The Onii-sama suggested that, but they argued that I don't contain any Kuchiki blood," Rukia replied.
"Then why doesn't he just blood-adopt you into the Kuchiki Clan," Ichigo suggested.
"Blood adoption?" Rukia questioned.
"Yeah. It is a procedure where they used their blood to adopt someone into the family."
"I doubt they will allow me to go through the blood adoption process," Rukia said. "Wait, how do you know about this process?"
"I was blood adopted into the Yamamoto Clan," Ichigo said.
"Wait… the same Yamamoto Clan as the Sōtaichō?" Rukia asked.
"Yeah," Ichigo said. "It was apart-" Ichigo suddenly stopped midway. "I think I know a way to force the Elders to do the blood adoption on you." Ichigo stood up. "Where is Byakuya?"
"He should be back in his office in Sixth Division," Rukia replied.
"Ok. Let me grab him." Ichigo said as he walked over to the door. He disabled the privacy spell around the room. As he slid the door, they could see a maid was about to knock on the door. The maid swerved her head to the side.
"Kuchiki-sama, it is time for Ichika-sama's lessons." The maid said.
"Oh. Is it already that time?" Rukia replied. She turned to Ichika. "You heard her. It's time for your lessons."
"But Okaa-san!" Ichika complained. Ichigo quickly shunpō'ed away to Sixth Division. Ichigo quickly slipped past all the Shinigami. Ichigo arrived in front of Byakuya's office. Ichigo knocked on the door.
"Come in." Ichigo slid the door open to see Byakuya sitting at his desk, sipping some tea. "What can I do for you, Reiō-sama?" Ichigo slid the door shut and immediately activated a privacy kidō.
"I have a solution to your heir problem," Ichigo said.
"What is it?" Byakuya asked. Ichigo told him his idea. Byakuya's eyes widen upon hearing Ichigo's plan.
"Do you think the Elders will agree to it?" Byakuya asked.
"If they question the credibility of it, we can ask Genryusai or Retsu," Ichigo said.
"Fine," Byakuya said.
Time Skip: One Hour
Byakuya entered room following behind by Rukia and Renji. They stopped in front of a table where five elderly people sat. Ichigo recognized the elder in the middle. He's Kuchiki Ginrei, Byakuya's father.
"Lord Kuchiki, you requested this urgent meeting with all five elders," Ginrei said as he sat in the middle.
"You mentioned that you have a solution to the lack of an heir." Elder #1 said. She was sitting on the immediate left side of Ginrei.
"I do," Byakuya said. "He is coming in now." Everyone turned to see Ichigo calmly waking in.
"Reiō-sama!?" Elder #2 questioned. He sat on the other side of Ginrei.
"I am not here as the Reiō," Ichigo said. "But as a friend of the clan who planned to call in a debt the Kuchiki Clan owed me."
"A debt? Is this related to when you rescued Kuchiki-san from being executed?" Elder #3 asked. She sat on the other side of Elder #2.
"No," Ichigo said as he summoned a scroll. Ichigo walked to the desk and placed it in front of Ginrei. Ichigo returned to his spot. Ginrei grabbed the scroll. His eyes widen upon seeing the scroll was sealed with the ancient form of the Kuchiki Clan emblem. He broke the seal and began to unroll the scroll. He began to read the message. Ginrei finished reading the scroll and handed it to Elder #1. They waited till all the elders finished reading the scroll.
"Is the content in the scroll true?" Ginrei asked.
"If you are doubting the authenticity of the scroll, I can call on two witnesses to testify the authenticity of the scroll," Ichigo said.
"No need." Ginrei quickly replied. "What can the Kuchiki Clan do for you to repay this debt?"
"I request the Kuchiki Clan to allow Byakuya to blood adopt Rukia, making her his sister by blood, and making her his heir."
"Are you sure you wish to use this simple act to pay off the Clan's debt?" Elder #2 asked.
"I am," Ichigo replied.
"How is this ritual performed?" Elder #1 asked.
"We are going to need seven drops of blood from every immediate family member," Ichigo said as two large jars and a knife appeared behind Ichigo. Byakuya calmly walked to the jar and slit his palm. Blood began to leak out and landed in the first jar. Once the seventh drop landed in the first jar, Byakuya moved his palm to the second jar. Once there was enough blood, Byakuya moved his palm away. Ichigo immediately healed Byakuya's wound.
"Next," Byakuya said as he glanced at the Elders. Slowly all the elders repeated the process. Soon the jars were full of blood. Ichigo handed everyone a piece of paper.
"Is everyone ready?" Ichigo asked. Everyone nodded their heads. He glanced at Rukia, signaling her to start.
"I, Rukia, request permission from Lord Kuchiki and the Elders of Clan Kuchiki to join Clan Kuchiki." Rukia began. White reiatsu surrounded Rukia. Some of the white reiatsu entered the first cup of blood.
"I, Kuchiki Byakuya, Lord of Clan Kuchiki accept Rukia's request to join Clan Kuchiki," Byakuya said. Light pink reiatsu surrounded Byakuya. Some of the pink reiatsu entered the cup.
"I, Kuchiki Ginrei, Elder of Clan Kuchiki, Kuchiki accept Rukia's request to join Clan Kuchiki," Ginrei said. Light blue reiatsu surrounded Ginrei. Some of the light blue reiatsu entered the cup. The rest of the elders followed suit. Their own reiatsu flowed into the cup.
"I, Rukia, accept the blessing that Lord Kuchiki and the Elder of Clan Kuchiki, have given to join Clan Kuchiki," Rukia said as she grabbed the glass and drank the blood down. The reiatsu around Rukia cycled through the different colors before the glowing ended. Rukia took a knee in front of Byakuya.
"Rise, Kuchiki Rukia, Heir of Clan Kuchiki." Byakuya said. Rukia stood up and hugged her brother, now by blood.
"Rukia, you need to add your blood to the next cup," Ichigo instructed. Rukia nodded her head as she took the knife. She slit her palm and allowed seven drops of blood into the cup. They repeated the same ritual for Ichika, making her the second heir.
"Is there anything else you need from us?" Ginrei asked.
"I don't." Ichigo glanced at Byakuya.
"Please inform the rest of the clans that I no longer need a wife to produce an heir," Byakuya said.
"Very well." Ginrei sighed.
"In that case, this emergency meeting is concluded," Byakuya said. All the elders shunpō'ed away. He glanced at Ichigo. "Once again, thank you for the help."
"No problem," Ichigo replied.
"Thank you, Reiō-jisama." Ichika said. Ichigo chucked. He took a knee in front of Ichika
"No problem, Ichika." Ichigo replied. He summoned a pack of strawberry milk and handed it to her. She took the pack with a questionable look. He stood up and waved goodbye to everyone. He opened a Garganta and entered it.
Scene Change: Ichigo's estate
Ichigo appeared back in his room. Ichigo looked at the time and noticed it was only lunchtime. Ichigo walked down and ate lunch. He could see most of the estate was empty.
"I guess everyone was outside, repairing for the impending transformation." Ichigo thought as he finished his meal.
"Ichigo," Someone said through the peerage connection.
"Yes, Yasaka?" Ichigo replied.
"Are you busy right now?" She asked.
"No. Do you need something?" Ichigo asked.
"Amaterasu-sama asked me to tell you that Earth-sama wants to talk with you," Yasaka replied.
"I see… Is Earth-sama waiting in Takamagahara?" Ichigo asked.
"She is," Yasaka replied.
"I will be there momentarily," Ichigo replied as he sat up from his spot at the table. Ichigo opened a Garganta and entered it.
Scene Change: Takamagahara
Ichigo appeared outside the gates of Takamagahara. Ichigo could see one of Amaterasu's miko was already waiting for him.
"Please follow me, Ichigo-sama." The miko said. Ichigo and the miko silently walked to Amaterasu's palace. Ichigo could see the sun peeking out from behind the clouds as if Amaterasu was subtly looking at him. Ichigo ignored it and continued to walk with the miko. Eventually, they entered Amaterasu's shrine. Ichigo once again had every miko he passed bowed to him. They soon stopped in front of a door. The miko knocked on the door.
"Come in," Amaterasu replied from the other side. The miko slid the door open for Ichigo, who calmly entered the room. Ichigo could see Amaterasu and Earth sitting there.
"Ah Ichigo, come in," Earth said. She glanced at Amaterasu. "Thank you for allowing me to use your rooms."
"No problem, Earth-sama," Amaterasu replied as she left.
"Ichigo you can sit down there," Earth said, pointing at the seat in front of her. Ichigo sat down. Ichigo opened his mouth. "We need one more person." Suddenly there was a flash of light as a Dokkaebi appeared. This one has primary sky-blue fur with a few green swirls. "Ichigo, meet Rochelle."
"French for little rock." Ichigo translated.
"Nice to meet you." Rochelle, the Dokkaebi, said.
"Same with you," Ichigo replied.
"Rochelle is the Dokkaebi that represents us during the Invasion," Earth explained.
"I see," Ichigo replied.
"Ichigo," Rochelle began. "According to Earth, you were the one who singlehandedly killed all seven Overlords?"
"I am," Ichigo confirmed.
"Oh my! Oh my! Oh my! Oh my! Oh my!" Rochelle excitedly shouted.
"Ahem," Earth interjected. The sound interrupted Rochelle.
"Sorry for that." She quickly apologized.
"Please continue," Earth said.
"Right," Rochelle replied. She turned to Ichigo. "As Dokkaebi, our goal is to find content for our customers."
"The Constellations," Ichigo said.
"Correct," Rochelle said. "But have you wondered how to become a Constellation?"
"I don't know," Ichigo replied. Rochelle nodded her head.
"Constellations used to be powerful individuals who accomplished acts that became stories. These stories are passed around, which allowed that individual to gain more recognition which empowers them." Rochelle explained.
"So, like a God who gains power from those who worship them?" Ichigo asked. Earth smiled.
"Not like a God," Earth replied with a smile. "Exactly how a God."
"I see…" Ichigo said.
"Anyways," Rochelle said. "I believe you have the opportunity to ascend to become a Constellation."
"What are the pros and cons of becoming a Constellation?" Ichigo asked.
"The pros are that is easier for you to gain power through worship," Rochelle said as a white coin-shaped object appeared in her hand. "This is a coin, which is the main currency of the Star Stream." She handed the coin to Ichigo. He could slightly feel the energy from the coin. "This is quantified worship. The more people read your stories, the more coins you gain."
"I see… anything else?" Ichigo asked. Rochelle began to tell him the other benefits of being a Constellation.
"Reminds me of watching live television." Ichigo thought as he recalled television shows where the audience can affect the results of the contestants in a show.
"And the cons?" Ichigo asked.
"There aren't any real cons until you shed your human body and leave your world," Rochelle admitted.
"What happens then?" Ichigo asked.
"Then you can only use those methods to intervene in someone's life," Rochelle said.
"What do you guys think?" Ichigo asked.
"All of us just want one thing, to stand with you in what you want King," Zangetsu replied, representing everyone in his mindscape.
"I accept," Ichigo said.
"Excellent!" Rochelle said as a light blue screen appeared in front of Ichigo. It was a contract. Ichigo began to read the contract.
"In short, Rochelle will use a technique called Editorial which will allow her to watch my life and extract stories from them. Those stories will be then graded as either Historical, Legendary, Quasi-Mythical, or Mystical. If there are at least five Legendary, Quasi-Mythical, or Mystical stories, the person will be allowed to become a Constellation. The collective mind of the Star Stream will grant a Modifier and a Synonymic Construction based on those stories used for constellationhood. Under certain circumstances, usually with unique stories, an additional Modifier and a Synonymic Construction could be attached to a Constellation. Rochelle is not allowed to reveal any information she gained through the process." Ichigo interpreted. He signed the contract.
"Excellent!" Rochelle said as the blue screen vanished. She placed her hands on Ichigo's forehead. "Mighty Star Steam. I, Rochelle, invoke the powers of Editorial, on this individual." She said. Ichigo could feel the energy flowing from Rochelle's hands into his mind. Ichigo's eyes widen as words began to flow around him. Those floating words combined to form a book. This continued for another five minutes. All the floating words transformed into fifteen books. Rochelle let go of Ichigo. "Wow, I never expected someone to accumulate this many high-quality stories in such a short period.
"Thank you?" Ichigo replied.
"Now then, I need to submit these stories to the Star Stream," Rochelle said as all the books were surrounded by black and white energy, which reminded Ichigo of a starry night. A blue screen appeared in front of him.
"By using 'Defying the Written Fate' (Mythical), 'Fight for Supremacy' (Mythical), 'Extinguishing Light' (Quasi-Mythical), 'Overthrow the Overlord' (Quasi-Mythical), and 'Reforging the Protector (Quasi-Mythical), the Star Stream has granted the following Modifier." The words on the screen changed.
"Protector that Defies All to Protect All." Ichigo suddenly could feel his presence grow bigger. He noticed another blue screen informing him of the coins he passively gained. The words on the blue screen changed again.
"By using 'Rise of the Jigoku no Kōtei' (Mythical), Rise of the King of Souls (Mythical), 'Rise of the Consort' (Legendary), 'Ender of the Thousand Year Blood War' (Legendary), and 'Return of Wrath' (Legendary), the Star Stream shall grant an additional Modifier." The words on the screen changed.
"Emperor of Hell's Wrath." Ichigo could feel his presence grow even more. Another screen appeared in Ichigo's view. This one was blue with red words which also informed him of the number of coins he gained under that modifier. The main blue screen changed as more words presented themselves.
"By using 'Son of God' (Quasi-Mythical), 'Liberator of Hope' (Legendary), 'Envoy of Penance (Legendary), Light of the Requiem (Legendary), and 'Awaken of the Protector' (Legendary), the Star Stream shall grant an additional Modifier." The words on the screen changed.
"Prince of the Heaven's Salvation." Ichigo once again could feel his presence grow even bigger. Another blue screen with golden words appeared in his view, telling him all the passive accumulated coins under that modifier. The main display disappeared. With a thought, Ichigo made the other screens disappear.
"Can you release the Dokkaebi you captured?" Rochelle said. Ichigo activated Tengan and used Haōgan to summon the two Dokkaebi from Haō Zaimushō.
"Hello Eol-Eum Chuwi. Jeonsa." Rochelle greeted her fellow Dokkaebi. They glanced at Rochelle before looking at Ichigo.
"Before I free them, they must swear upon the Star Stream that they will not try to reveal any information related to me," Ichigo said.
"Valid." Rochelle glanced at Eol-Eum Chuwi and Jeonsa. "Both of you should know the words since you've made other Dokkaebi swear the same oath."
"I guess Rochelle had supported the losing side before." Ichigo thought.
"I, Jeonsa, swear upon the Star Stream to not use any means to reveal any information on how the Planet-42016 won against the Seven Overlords. I also swear to make sure anyone who knows any information related to Planet-42016's victory also swears this same oath." Jeonsa said. Ichigo could see Jeonsa glowing as the oath took effect.
"I, Eol-Eum Chuwi, swear upon the Star Stream to not use any means to reveal any information on how Planet-42016 won against the Seven Overlords. I also swear to make sure anyone who knows any information related to Planet-42016's victory also swears this same oath." Eol-Eum Chuwi said. Ichigo could see Eol-Eum Chuwi glowing as the oath took effect. Ichigo glanced at Rochelle.
"You can release them now." She said. Ichigo released them from the Hell Chains. They looked at Ichigo one more time before teleporting away.
"I have a question for your Rochelle."
"Go ahead." She replied.
"Would you or I get in trouble if I interfere with another Dokkaebi's 'content creation'?" Ichigo asked.
"In this hypothetical situation, if I was aware that you intended to purposely interfere with another Dokkaebi's efforts in creating content, then I am obligated to stop you and inform my superior. You're obviously not going to do that, right?"
"Of course not." Ichigo quickly replied. "This is just for me to understand the rules."
"So, she is obligated to stop me if she's aware of it. But as long as she doesn't know then she won't interfere." Ichigo interpreted.
"I have another question," Ichigo replied.
"I'll try and answer it to the best of my ability," Rochelle replied.
"In this hypothetical situation, how should I interfere with the story and prevent the Dokkaebi from interfering," Ichigo asked.
"The best bet is to make yourself important to the story without showing off too much of your powers," Rochelle answered.
"So pretend I am weak or at a disadvantage until later on in the story when I decided to reveal parts of my true power," Ichigo suggested.
"Exactly," Rochelle replied. "By that point, it would be too late for the Dokkaebi to remove you from the story."
"Good thing I have a reliable Dokkaebi to answer these questions." Ichigo thought.
"Anything else I do for you?" Rochelle asked.
"If I have further problems or needs, do I reach out to you?" Ichigo asked.
"You are currently speaking with me since I am the Dokkaebi representing Earth's side of the Overlord conflict. Once we are done, you will no longer be able to speak with me. You would only be able to interact with another Dokkaebi if you are currently a part of its content or watching their content."
"Ok. That is all my questions." Ichigo said.
"You are free to leave the room," Earth said. Ichigo nodded his head and left the room. Rochelle looked at Earth. "You can announce the end of this war," Earth said.
Scene Change: Ichigo's Estate
Ichigo returned to his office room to see it was close to dinner time. Ichigo went down to the dining room and began to eat his dinner. Ichigo spotted Akasha, who sat down next to him.
"Good evening, Akasha," Ichigo said.
"Good evening, Ichigo," Akasha replied. "Everyone in the peerage is aware of the meeting in the throne room after dinner."
"Good," Ichigo replied. "You can make your announcement first."
"Ok," Akasha replied. Other peerage members joined them at the table. They talked about how the world will change and the new continents Earth is creating. Ichigo pretended to be ignorant of the exact details. Soon dinner was over, and the entire peerage met in the throne room. Ichigo once again sat down on his throne, looking over all his peerage members. Once the last peerage member arrived, the doors to the throne room were closed. Ichigo stood up.
"Good evening, everyone," Ichigo began. "We have a few announcements to make." Ichigo turned to Akasha. She stood up and faced everyone. Ichigo took the opportunity to sit down.
"After seeking medical attention, it has been determined that I am pregnant," Akasha announced. Ichigo's eyes widen.
"Really?" Ichigo asked. Akasha smiled.
"I am," Akasha answered. Ichigo opened his mouth, but Akasha interrupted him. "But I am not the only one that is pregnant." Ichigo turned to see Yasaka, Eu, Tier, Scáthach, Raikou, Nel, EMIYA Rin, Karin, Akua, Moka, Fleur, Medea, Tamamo, Yuzu, Sabrina, Kahlua, Zealot, Hana, Jeanne, and Jeanne Alter stood together with Akasha.
"All of you are pregnant?" Ichigo asked.
"We are." All of them confirmed.
"Congratulations!" Elizabeth shouted as she walked over to her mom and mother. The rest of the peerage moved to the future mothers and joined in the celebration. Ichigo sighed as he joined in the celebration. Ichigo pulled Moka to the side.
"Yes, Ichigo?" Moka asked.
"Do you know why it's easy to get you pregnant?" Ichigo whispered.
"Honestly, I don't know," Moka replied.
"I might know the answer," Yasaka interjected. Ichigo and Moka turned to her. "I asked Amaterasu-sama the same question. She said that due to our naturally long lifespan and powers, we are fated to have a low fertility rate."
"But I can defy that fate." Ichigo realized.
"Correct," Yasaka replied. "Amaterasu-sama also theorized that our children are destined with a normal fertility rate compared to their mother."
"That makes a lot of sense," Ichigo said. He turned to the rest of the crowd. "We can continue the celebration after my announcement." Everyone obeyed Ichigo's instructions and retook their places in the throne room. Ichigo stood up and looked at his peerage. "Yuzu, Karin, Elizabeth, Kunou, and Senna. All of you please come up here." Ichigo said. All five girls stood in a straight line, all facing Ichigo. "I think it's time for all of you to begin to awaken your Shinigami powers," Ichigo said. All of their eyes widen. Ichigo summoned the five Asauchi. "I am going to allow some of my reiatsu to flow into you through Enlightened Pieces to jump-start your soul so it can produce reiatsu. I will use the Enlightened Pieces to pull your reiatsu and allow it to flow into your Asauchi." Ichigo explained. He grabbed the first Asauchi. He walked to Yuzu, who was the first in line. "Are you ready?"
"I am," Yuzu replied. Ichigo closed his eyes as he concentrated on Yuzu's Enlightened Piece. He allowed his reiatsu to flow into her body, stimulating her soul. She let out a gasp from the unusual feeling in her soul. Yuzu's soul began to use Ichigo's reiatsu as fuel to produce her own reiatsu. Ichigo pulled the reiatsu from Yuzu's body, through the peerage connection, and into the Asauchi. The Asauchi began to devour the given reiatsu. This process continued until the Asauchi stopped absorbing Yuzu's reiatsu. Ichigo stopped pulling Yuzu's reiatsu out of her body, allowing her reiatsu to gather inside her body. Ichigo stopped giving Yuzu his reiatsu once he sensed she was near the maximum her body could handle. Ichigo looked at Yuzu. She was slightly sweating he could feel her reiatsu surrounding her body.
"Looks like she's currently the level of a tenth seat." Ichigo thought.
"Are you ok?" Ichigo asked.
"I'm…good," Yuzu said. Ichigo pointed the Asauchi at Yuzu.
"Ready?" He asked.
"I am," Yuzu replied. Ichigo stabbed the Asauchi into Yuzu's chest. There was a burst of light, engulfing Yuzu. The light died down to reveal Yuzu looked exactly the same. The Asauchi had disappeared. "Did the transformation fail?"
"Not exactly," Ichigo replied as he summoned a tight, red, wrist-length glove a large insignia of a skull shrouded in blue flames on the back. The fingers on the glove only reached the first knuckle. "Someone catch her body." Ichigo raised his right hand and gently pushed against Yuzu's forehead. The red-gloved hand moved into Yuzu's head and pulled out her soul. Karin and Elizabeth caught Yuzu's soulless body. Ichigo moved his hand away revealing Yuzu. She wore the standard black kimono with short sleeves. Ichigo could see the Asauchi tied to their obi sash.
"THANK YOU!" Yuzu shouted as she tackled Ichigo and hugged him. Ichigo hugged her back. A few moments later she let go of him. She merged back with her body. Ichigo repeated the same process with Karin, Elizabeth, and Kunou.
"Tou-san, Senna's parents don't appear to be Shinigami," Elizabeth asked when it was Senna's turn. Ichigo glanced at Senna.
"You didn't tell them yet?" Ichigo said.
"Not yet," Senna admitted.
"It's your secret," Ichigo said.
"Is she your secret daughter?" Kunou asked. Senna blushed while Ichigo laughed.
"No, she's not. I don't want either one of you to try and pressure her to tell you." Ichigo said.
"Got it," Elizabeth replied. Kunou nodded her head.
"Good," Ichigo said as he began the process on Senna. Soon Ichigo was done with Senna, who took her spot back on the line. Ichigo handed each of the girls a Gikon and Gokon Tekkō and explained to them how they worked. The ladies nodded their heads and placed them in their pockets.
"How should we train our powers?" Elizabeth asked.
"For now, just get used to moving in and out of your body and begin to do basic kendo katas," Ichigo instructed.
"Yes Tou-san," Elizabeth replied.
"Does anyone have anything important to announce?" No one said anything. "Then let's celebrate!" Everyone cheered as the celebration began.
Time Skip: Next Morning
Ichigo woke up to see he was surrounded by his peerage members. Ichigo cracked a smile as he slipped around his peerage members and used the restroom.
"Good morning, Ichigo." Chishiki greeted him.
"Good morning," Ichigo replied. "Do you need something?"
"Yes, I was wondering after breakfast, could you come into the Trainer?"
"Sure," Ichigo replied as he went down for breakfast.
"Ichigo, your phone is ringing," Kyōka said.
"Thank you," Ichigo replied as he summoned his phone.
"Hello?" He said.
"Good morning, Ichigo-sama."
"Morning Rukia. I assume this is the courtesy call?" Ichigo asked.
"It is," Rukia replied.
"Good. Can you open a Senkaimon at my location?" Ichigo asked.
"I will work with Urahara-Taichō to set up the Senkaimon based on your location," Rukia replied.
"Good. See you later." Ichigo ended the call. Ichigo turned to Sakuya who stood by his side, ready for his instruction. "Inform Akasha, Yasaka, Gilgamesh, Akua, Moka, and Hana that the Shinigami who will patrol their area for Hollows are going to arrive soon." Ichigo handed her his phone. "Please have my phone outside."
"Yes, Ichigo-sama." She said as she shunpō'ed away, to follow his orders. Ichigo finished his breakfast and headed outside. Ichigo could see Akasha, Yasaka, Gilgamesh, Akua, Moka, Esdeath, and Hana standing outside with a large sign with their designated country in Japanese. A Senkaimon appeared in front of Ichigo. Sakuya returned Ichigo's phone as the Senkaimon opened. Ichigo could see Rukia and a large group of Shinigami stepping out of the Senkaimon.
"Good morning Reiō-sama." Rukia said.
"Good morning, Kuchiki-fukutaichō," Ichigo replied. She turned around and looked at the Shinigami behind her.
"As explained before, we will now patrol all of Asia. Each of you has been broken up into groups. Reiō-sama has been kind enough to provide us with escorts who will help us get situated in the respective area. Go meet your representative while I speak with Reiō-sama." Ichigo snapped his finger enveloping them in a privacy dome while the rest of the Shinigami walked to Akasha, Yasaka, Gilgamesh, Akua, Moka, Esdeath, and Hana.
"What can I do for you?" Ichigo asked.
"I was wondering if I could stay here for the time being." She asked.
"Sure," Ichigo said. "But in exchange, you need to train a few people who just awaken their Shinigami powers during your stay here."
"That's fine." Rukia accepted. "Also, I have a stowaway with me." She said as she dropped her backpack to the ground. The backpack shook as the top popped open revealing Ichika.
"OW!" She yelled as she rubbed her butt. She then noticed Ichigo, who cracked a smile, and Rukia who had an annoyed look.
"Ah…Good morning." She nervously said.
"Just let Renji and Byakuya know." Ichigo said with a shoulder shrug as he lowered his privacy barrier. Everyone turned to them.
"Reiō-sama has been kind enough to allow me to operate from his estate," Rukia said.
"All of you are free to leave," Ichigo said. Everyone nodded their heads and left. He turned to Rukia. "Follow me." Ichigo lead Rukia and Ichika down a few hallways before they arrived at a training ground. Ichigo could see Yuzu, Karin, Elizabeth, Kunou, and Senna all in their Shinigami form, performing kendo katas.
"Rukia-san," Yuzu said as she noticed them coming. Everyone else stopped what they were doing and walked to them.
"To those who don't know her, this is Kuchiki Rukia, Fukutaichō of the Thirteenth Division. She will be living with us for the time being. During that time, she will also be your tutor regarding your Shinigami powers." Ichigo said.
"Hello everyone," Rukia said. She looked at Ichika, who was shyly hiding behind her mother.
"And who is the little one behind you?" Yuzu asked.
"Hello. I am Kuchiki Ichika." She introduced herself.
"Rukia-san, is this your daughter?" Yuzu asked.
"She is," Rukia replied.
"Seems like all of you get along," Ichigo said. "Does anyone need anything else from me?"
"No," Rukia replied. Everyone else shook their head.
"Ok. See all of you later." Ichigo said as he shunpō'ed to his office. Katen appeared with the Trainer in her hand.
"Good morning, Ichigo," Katen said as she hugged him.
"Morning Katen," Ichigo replied. They stayed like that for a few moments before Katen let go.
"Better not keep them waiting," Katen said as she pointed the Trainer at him.
"See you later," Ichigo replied as Katen sent him into the Trainer.
Scene Change: Trainer
Ichigo opened his eyes to see he was in a laboratory of some kind. He could see Chishiki, Hōgyoku, and Medea staring at a screen.
"Hello everyone," Ichigo said. They all turned to Ichigo.
"Hello, Ichigo-sama." They all said.
"So, what did you want to show me?" Ichigo asked.
"Sit down Ichigo-sama," Chishiki said. Ichigo sat down at a nearby chair. "I was scanning through all the information that Intelligentsia had and discovered something interesting." A screen appeared in front of Ichigo. He could see large mechanical suits of armor. They stood over three meters (9.843 feet) tall. They were armed with large guns. They charged into battle against monsters Ichigo haven't seen before.
"What am I seeing?" Ichigo asked.
"From what Intelligentsia has gathered," Chishiki began. The image paused and focused on mechanical suits. "These men are known as Ultramarines. They are one of the many chapters of Space Marines. The Space Marines or Adeptus Astartes are foremost among the defenders of Humanity. They are barely human at all, but superhuman; having been made superior in all respects to a normal man by a harsh regime of genetic modification, psycho-conditioning, and rigorous training." Chishiki said.
"I guess these Space Marines are from an alternative universe?" Ichigo asked.
"Likely an alternative universe and ten thousand years in the future." Chishiki theorized.
"So, you want me to have these modifications done on me?" Ichigo asked.
"Partially," Chishiki admitted. "Right now, the majority of your abilities are connected with any of your three modifiers. If it is true, that our enemy is a Dokkaebi and can connect your powers to your modifier then they could prematurely expose us."
"So you want me to grow in a way that isn't connected with any of my modifiers," Ichigo asked.
"Correct," Hōgyoku replied. "If we remove all your current abilities then you would likely be still faster, stronger, and more durable than a regular human but still weaker than everyone else."
"After analyzing the organs that are implanted into a Space Marine recruit, we formed a list of organs we want to implant into you," Chishiki said. The screen in front of Ichigo changed to show a 3D model of a human body. "The first organ is called the Second Heart, or the Maintainer," Chishiki said. The screen zoomed into the heart cavity of the human body. Ichigo could see an additional smaller heart in the body. "The Second Heart resembles a smaller heart and is implanted in the chest cavity and connected to the rest of the circulatory and pulmonary systems near the original heart. This would dramatically increase your body's ability to transport oxygen and nutrients to the muscles, promoting more muscle growth." Chishiki said.
"Does the Second Heart also functions like a regular heart if the first heart is damaged?" Ichigo asked.
"It does," Chishiki replied.
"The second organ is called the Ossmodula or Ironheart." Hōgyoku continued. Ichigo could see the screen now showed the brain. "This implant, surgically placed alongside the pituitary gland at the base of the brain," Ichigo could see something, which he assumed is the Ossmodula, was highlighted red. "The Ossmodula secretes a specially engineered form of human growth hormone. This hormone in conjunction with a diet laced with microscopic ceramic-based minerals will cause the rapid growth of the skeletomuscular system, which leads to their superhuman strength and size."
"The third organ is called the Biscopea or the Forge of Strength. It is implanted in the chest cavity." Medea said. The screen zoomed into the chest cavity. Ichigo could see a small spherical object highlighted in red. "The Biscopea stimulates muscular growth across the entire body."
"Through working out?" Ichigo asked.
"Correct," Medea answered. "These three organs are designed to be implanted at the same time. These are the foundation of their development." Medea said. Ichigo could see the screen zoom back out, revealing the entire body. "After about two years, they will be about 2.1 to 2.3 meters (7-7.5 feet) tall with an equivalent amount of skeletomuscular mass." Ichigo could see the human model grew taller and more muscular. "In addition to this, the rib cage will fuse into a solid mass of bullet-proof, interlaced bone plates." The screen zoomed in to reveal the rib cage covered in overlapping bone plates.
"The fourth organ is called Haemastamen, or the Blood Maker. It is implanted into a main blood vessel like the aorta, femoral artery, or the vena cava." Chishiki resumed. Ichigo could see the human model changed, revealing the circulatory system with red circles around the mentioned areas. "The Haemastamen alters the blood's biochemical composition, allowing it to carry oxygen and nutrients more efficiently. This also turns the blood a brighter shade of red. The Haemastamen also acts to biochemically regulate the actions of the Ossmodula and Biscopea."
"The fifth organ is called the Larraman's Organ, or the Healer. It is also implanted in the chest cavity." Hōgyoku resumed. The screen revealed the model's muscles and zoomed in on the chest cavity. Ichigo could see a small object shaped similarly to a liver being highlighted in red. "The Larraman's Organ produces biological cells known as Larraman Cells. They serve similarly as platelets but act much faster and more effectively."
"After a few years, the sixth organ is installed," Medea said. The human model rotated 360 degrees and revealed the brain stem. "The sixth organ is called the Catalepsean Node, or the Unsleeping. It is implanted into the back of the cerebrum, just above the brain stem." A small portion above the brain stem was highlighted in red. "The Catalepsean Node allows the space marines to turn off a portion of their brain to rest while using the other side to maintain awake and alert," Medea explained.
"The seventh organ is called the Omophagea or the Remembrancer. It is implanted into the spinal cord and then wired into the central nervous system so that it is directly attached to the cerebral cortex and the stomach." Chishiki said. The human model moved down and highlighted the spinal cord. "This implant is designed to allow you to absorb any information related to experience or memories based on what you eat."
"The eighth organ is called the Neuroglottis, or the Devourer. It is implanted within the upper nasal passage." Hōgyoku began. The human model rotated 360 degrees again and zoomed into the model's face. "This organ will allow you to taste and smell any substance and determine if the substance is to test it for toxicity and nutritional content, essentially determining if the substance is edible or poisonous. The organ also allows the Space Marine to identify extremely subtle odors with the same fidelity as the average canine bred for tracking, allowing him to even track his quarry by smell or taste alone."
"The ninth organ is called the Multi-lung, or the Imbiber. As the name suggested, this is a third lung." Medea said. The human model zoomed out and focus on the chest, revealing the organs. The Imbiber is implanted in the pulmonary and circulatory systems. The Imbiber allows you to absorb oxygen from environments usually too poor in oxygen or too toxic. Breathing is accomplished through a sphincter implanted into the trachea, allowing all three lungs to be used at full capacity."
"The tenth organ is called Lyman's Ear, or the Sentinel. This implant replaces one of your ears." Chishiki screen moved to show the model's ear. "The Sentinel prevents dizziness or motion sickness, but it also allows Space Marines to consciously filter out and greatly enhance certain sounds over the capabilities of normal human hearing."
"The eleventh organ is called the Immortis Glan or called the God Maker," Medea said. "The Immortis Glan is implanted into the brain's cortex." Hōgyoku began. The model disappeared, revealing the brain. "The Immortis Glan is broken into two parts, the Dextrophic Lobe and the Sintarius Lobe." Ichigo could see two thumbnail-sized objects being highlighted in red. "The Dextrophic Lobe intensifies the function of its other transhuman implants, especially those of the Biscopea and the Ossmodula. Those who have the Dextrophic Lobe have grown .31 meters (one foot) taller and are much physically stronger than those without this Lobe."
"Does this mean that the Immortis Glan was something that not many had?" Ichigo asked.
"Correct," Chishiki answered. "There was a lack of information on the reasoning, but I theorized that the Immortis Glan was something they recently rediscovered and began to implant into recruits."
"Anyways," Hōgyoku resumed. "The Sintarius Lobe was something that was actually an implant that was lost in time."
"Oh?" Ichigo asked.
"Indeed," Chishiki confirmed. "However, after carefully studying and seeing how all these implants operate, I believe I found what would've been the purpose for the Sintarius Lobe."
"Which is?" Ichigo asked.
"The Sintarius Lobe would secrete hormones that allow the body to rapidly evolve to harmonize with all the other implants, adapt to new situations, further promote cellular regeneration and evolution, and promote learning and comprehension," Hōgyoku said.
"With an idea in mind, I used Intelligentsia's knowledge to create the Sintarius Lobe," Chishiki said.
"The twelfth and final implant is called the Sinew Coils or The Steel Within." Medea began. The model zoomed out and showed the entire muscular system. "The body's sinews are reinforced with metallic cables that magnify his muscular strength as well as giving his body another layer of defense," Medea said.
"These are all twelve implants that we believe will provide the best benefit to you," Chishiki said.
"There are more implants?" Ichigo asked.
"There are a total of twenty-one implants," Medea answered.
"I see…" Ichigo said.
"Not only that some of the implants will be altered even more," Hōgyoku said.
"For example, the Second Heart," Chishiki said as the model returned to show the Second Heart.
"They used a modified version of a human heart but instead we will be using a dragon heart," Medea said. Another screen appeared. Ichigo could see the five dragon hearts from the five Dragon Kings. They were in a magic circle. Chishiki pressed a button, playing the video. It showed all five hearts merged to form a golden heart that is slightly larger than the dragon heart used in its creation.
"What are the benefits of the dragon heart?" Ichigo asked.
"The first is that you gain an actual magic core and no longer need to rely on Mysteria," Chishiki said. Suddenly Mysteria appeared.
"I have you know that that dragon heart will not replace me." She yelled.
"Chishiki was not trying to attack you with her words." Hōgyoku interrupted. "But we no longer need to convert reiatsu into magical energy. The dragon core would be able to passively convert the natural mana from the world into something you could use."
"The dragon core would also help strengthen the magic circuits you have all over your body," Medea added.
"But will I still be needed?" She turned to Ichigo. "After all, I was initially created to serve as the magic core."
"Yhwach, I need you out here," Ichigo said. Yhwach quickly appeared.
"Yes, Ichigo?" Yhwach asked.
"Is it possible for Schrift M: The Magus to combine with the dragon heart ?" Ichigo asked.
"Hmm…" Yhwach thought. "It may be possible, depending on which one will be the core."
"Core?" Ichigo asked. Yhwach nodded his head.
"Did you notice whenever you obtained a new power or blessing that is compatible with a Schrift, that power is fused with the Schrift and causing the Schrift to grow stronger?" Yhwach asked.
"Yeah," Ichigo replied.
"The new power is actually fused with the Schrift, which was the core of the fusion. If you activate Schrift F: Fengári Neró, your enemy would be able to sense the divine energy, but they won't be able to determine that it has Artemis's blessing and Poseidon's Sea authority."
"I see… So, what do you think would happen if I chose Schrift M: The Magus as the core?"
"Likely the physical aspect of the dragon heart will disappear and fuse into the Schrift. In the process, it would grant you the ability to produce dragonic mana instead of regular mana." Yhwach theorized.
"What about using the dragon heart as the core?" Ichigo asked.
"The dragon heart will likely grow stronger as Schrift M: The Magus and Mysteria will disappear. The dragon heart will produce only neutral dragonic mana as well as fire, water, wood, metal, and earth-based dragonic mana. Due to your blood flowing through the heart, it may grant you dragonic abilities." Yhwach theorized.
"I admit there are more benefits for Ichigo if he used the dragon heart as the core," Mysteria admitted. "Is it possible for me to retain my conciseness after the fusion?"
"I don't know, but I believe it may be possible," Yhwach answered. "Since the dragon heart doesn't have conciseness, then it might be possible. Even if you survive the process, you'll likely no longer be the same. After all your body was born from pieces of all the wand core from Ichigo's staff." Mysteria turned to Ichigo.
"Ichigo, I was born from your powers. Please decide." She asked. Ichigo nodded his head as he began to think. No one tried to intrude into Ichigo's thoughts.
"After careful consideration, I've decided." Ichigo finally said. "I want-"
Thank you everyone for reading this chapter. Before anyone ask I will not have Ichigo travel into the Warhammer 40K universe for the foreseeable time. I do not have enough knowledge into the Warhammer 40k to do it justice. I can imagine all the Space Marines trying to attack Ichigo and calling him a heretic… Anyways, see you guys in two months.