Wiz discarded many of Szayelaporro's experiments, but one thing she made sure not to get rid of was his research papers and notes. She knew that despite his inhumane experiments, his research would've come in handy at some point. Wiz rummaged through many of the notes, seeing if she can find anything on "Roka Paramia".

The problem was searching through the thousands of papers in his lab from hundreds of years of research. It doesn't help that there was a possibility he just got rid of some. Wiz hated to admit it, but Szayelaporro may have been more knowledgeable than her.

Wiz: It'll take me forever to decipher all of this. I hate to admit it, but I'll need Kurostuchi's help...

Wiz picked up her spirit phone and started to make a call to the Research and Development Institute.

(Timeskip) Next day

In the world of the Living.

Ichigo: We're not seriously going to search this whole city for this "Roka" person, are you?

After school, (Y/N) and Ichigo were currently standing outside of Urahara's Shop with Uryu, Chad and Orihime.

(Y/N): Well the search isn't going to be as bad as you think. Don't forget, I have more than just arrancars at my side. I still have a bunch of the weaker hollows from patrolling the city at my disposal.

Uryu: So what exactly is the point of the search mission?

(Y/N): We just need to know what Roka's goal is. Avoid fighting unless she gets hostile.

Chad: What exactly do you mean by "her goal"?

(Y/N): Her random appearances around town don't exactly make sense. And it doesn't look like she ever returned to Hueco Mundo after her "revival". She'll eventually be considered an invader by the Soul Society and they'll forcefully come to kill her.

Orihime: Wouldn't you be able to stop it if she's proven a good person?

(Y/N): Yeah. The issue is actually getting her to stop and talk. She's constantly on the run.

"Well I think the situation just got worse."

Yoruichi walked out of Urahara Shop.

(Y/N): What do you mean?

Yoruichi: I just got a call from my brother saying two arrancars attacked the Seireitei yesterday. One of them matches the description of your target.

(Y/N): Two? Oh no...

Ichigo: Wait... you have a brother?

(Y/N): I would like to ask questions about that too but right now we have a bigger concern.

Yoruichi: According to Mayuri, the second arrancar was an Espada.

(Y/N): Don't tell me it's Szayelaporro...

Yoruichi: So you've heard of the name.

Uryu was caught off guard.

Uryu: But how? Kurostuchi killed him. How are these two arrancar connected in any way?

(Y/N): Roka was apparently a part of Szayelaporro's fraccion for a while. In fact, she was created by him. This changes things... and not in a good way...

Yoruichi: I'll head to the Soul Society to see how bad things are.

(Y/N): Alright. Well hold things down here.

(Y/N) turned towards the group.

(Y/N): Alright crew, let's split up. Chad will check the westside of town, Uryu to the South, I'll go North and Ichigo well go East. Orihime can tag along with Ichigo for the time being. I'll have some hollows circle the outskirts of town. That sound good to you guys?

Everyone agreed and got prepared to move out.

(Y/N) gave Orihime a thumbs up.

(Y/N): *whisper* This is your chance. Shoot your shot.

Orihime: *whisper* On it!

After the crew split and headed out in different directions, (Y/N) took out his phone and messaged Wiz about Szayelaporro.

(Meanwhile) Soul Society. Business District.

A little girl can be seen entering an eyewear shop in the Business District of Soul Society. This girl was Mareyo Omaeda, sister to Marechiyo Omaeda, Soi-Fon's lieutenant.



Mareyo: Um, excuse me. I ordered some glasses that I really need to pick up today.

Shop Owner: Oh, yes, I've heard. And you have it written here that you'd like them gift-wrapped? Are they a gift for someone?

Mareyo: That's right! It's my brother, Marejirosaburo's birthday tomorrow!

Shop Owner: That means I have to wrap it extra nicely.

The Shop Owner went to get some wrapping paper but realized he didn't have any on display.

Shop Owner: Seems like I'm out of wrapping paper. I'll grab some from storage. I'll only be a minute.

Mareyo: Oh, of course. Thank you!

As Mareyo waited at the front desk, another person entered the shop. Mareyo noticed the person entering the shop. The person entering the shop was Kenpachi Azashiro.

Mareyo: Oh, um, the owner just went out back to get some wrapping paper for my purchase. He should be back soon!

Azashiro: You're Mareyo Omaeda, right?

Mareyo didn't know who Azashiro was, and was a bit suspicious of him.

Mareyo: Huh? Um, yes, that's me.

Azashiro looked down at the girl and thought back to the rest of the members of the Omaeda clan. He didn't find them impressive in the least.

Azashiro: You're the only decent one in that entire family of losers.

Mareyo: What?

Azashiro: I suggest you get out of that household as soon as you can, if you don't want your life to end up just as hopeless. Nothing good will come from being around your father, or that brother of yours.

As the shop owner came back with the wrapping paper, he saw the argument starting to brew and immediately made a call.

(Meanwhile) Marechiyo's POV

Marechiyo Omaeda was patrolling the Seireitei after Roka's attack that happened the previous day.

Marechiyo: Geez, We did all that running around yesterday and had no luck finding those Ryokas... Why do we gotta run around all day looking for an enemy that has already left...

Just then, Marechiyo's phone rang and he answered.

Marechiyo: Listen, I can't talk while I'm on the job.

"I understand but this is important."

Marechiyo: I hope it is! I could be in real trouble for answering this call.

"Your younger sister Mareyo is currently at the business district and-"

Marechiyo: What! What the hell is Mareyo doing outside now? It's not safe!

"It seems she got herself into an argument with a gentleman wearing a Squad 11 captain's coat in front of Silver Dragonfly's Eyewear"

Marechiyo: Oh no...

Marechiyo hung up and immediately headed into the direction of the Business District.

Back with Mareyo and Azashiro.

Mareyo: I think you're misunderstanding something here. My father and brother work themselves to the bone every day for the Soul Society. They aren't hopeless losers! If anyone is a hopeless loser, it's me! All I do is sit around while my family protects me!

Azashiro: I apologize if I've upset you for insulting your family. However, if you're trying to change my mind, then let me just say that you're wasting your breath. My opinion on them as hopeless losers isn't baseless. I'd even go as far as to say I probably know them better than you do. I'm very unconvinced by your opinion, since it is no doubt biased, seeing as they're your family members.

Mareyo: But I-!

Azashiro: You are kind, but it does not necessarily follow that you are impartial. Love and justice are virtues prized by society, but to me, they are both as useless as greed and hatred. I know that you and I will never see eye-to-eye, so I do not wish to continue this futile argument any further. One thing is for sure, though. You are loved by your family as much as you love them.

Mareyo: Huh?

At that moment, Marechiyo came running into the store, embracing his sister in a hug.

Marechiyo: You idiot! What are you doing here, arguing with Captain Zara- Wait, who are you!?

Marechiyo noticed that the man that was in front of him wasn't Kenpachi Zaraki.

Marechiyo: H-hey, you're not a captain! Don't you know that it's a serious crime to wear a captain's coat when you aren't one?

Azashiro: Of course I do. And you must be the lieutenant of Squad 2, Marechiyo Yoshiayamenosuke Nikkōtarōemon Ōmaeda.

Marechiyo: Wh- That's Lieutenant Omaeda to you! You've got guts to disrespect me like that when you're not even a part of the Court Guard Squad!

Azashiro: I'm sorry, but I don't intend to continue this conversation. It'd be the most unproductive way to spend my time.

Marechiyo: You little– Are you trying to piss me off?!

Marechiyo attempted to grab Azashiro by the collar but was thrown to the floor swiftly. Mareyo called out in panic to her brother.

Mareyo: Marechiyo!

Azashiro: I don't like to fight unless it's absolutely necessary. I'd appreciate it if you could get the difference in our strength through your thick skull.

Marechiyo got back up and was starting to panic, but did his best to hold a straight face in front of Mareyo.

Marechiyo: *thinking* I have no idea what just happened, but this guy is bad news, I know that much. What a minute... is this one of the Ryokas that I'm looking for?

Marechiyo: So, you're the Ryoka that I've been trying to chase down, huh?

Azashiro: Ryoka, no, but your foe, yes.

Marechiyo: Huh? Stop spouting nonsense! Mareyo! Get away from here quickly!

Mareyo: B-but-

Marechiyo: I have to step up as the lieutenant of Squad 2. I can't be your brother right now. I don't have time to care about other people when I've got an enemy to take down. Doesn't matter if they're common folk or nobility. What I'm saying is that I won't be able to protect you! So, get the hell out of here!

Mareyo: Marechiyo...

However, before the conflict could escalate any further, a voice came booming from the front of the shop.

"Bakudō #63. Sajō Sabaku!"

The person in question summoned chains made of reishi and wrapped it around Azashiro, dragging him out of the shop. Marechiyo and Mareyo turned around and saw the person that casted the spell.

Marechiyo: P-P-P-P-Papa?!

Mareyo: Father!



Marechiyo and Mareyo's father, Marenoshin Omaeda, continued to cast more spells.

Marenoshin: "Walls of iron sand, a priestly pagoda, glowing ironclad fireflies. Standing upright, silent to the end." Bakudō #75. Gochūtekkan

Bakudō #81. Dankū

Marenoshin casted three consecutive Bakudo spells, sealing Azashiro in place.

Marechiyo: Wh-Whoa...

Marenoshin: Kids! Are you okay?

Mareyo: Why are you here, father?

Marenoshin: I was at home when one of the workers called me and told me what was happening.

Meanwhile, Azashiro was stuck in place due to the Bakudo skills he was put under. However Azashiro wasn't panicking whatsoever.

Azashiro: I cannot even begin to comprehend your actions.

Marenoshin: Enough games! I'm ex Stealth-Force you know? I had to come here. When someone tells me that a man who is meant to be in the Muken for another 19,000 years is out here speaking to my dear daughter, what else am I supposed to do?

Marenoshin then looked towards the Shop owner.

Marenoshin: Ginjiro the optician used to be the lieutenant of Squad 6 as well. Ain't no way he's going to just shut up and let you make a mess in front of his shop. Right, Ginjiro?

The shop owner, Ginjiro Shirogane, then spoke up.

Ginjiro: Of course not!

Marechiyo was surprised to hear the person he got in the confrontation with was a dangerous criminal.

Marechiyo: *thinking* Wait, this guy broke out of the Muken?!

Azashiro: I'm at a loss for words.

Azashiro then effortlessly escaped the Bakudo sealing spells.

Azashiro: I'd love to ask why you attacked me knowing it would not work, but-

Azashiro was interrupted by Urozakuro, who made herself visible.

Urozakuro: Keeheehee! Hey, hey, why did you stop to have a chat with that girl? I thought you hated idle talk!

Azashiro: Shut it.

Urozakuro: She reminded you of that other girl, didn't she? They're both sheltered darlings! That's why you wanted the best for her, right? You were worried for her, yeah? But you know, this girl will never be what that girl was to you!

Azashiro: I said Shut it! At any rate, my business here is done. Farewell.

Azashiro started to walk away but Marechiyo shouted to him.

Marechiyo: Hey! Wait, hold on!

Azashiro ignored him as he flash stepped away.

Marechiyo: I said wait! Hey, don't try to run!

"It's far too late to pursue him"

Marechiyo looked back and saw Soi-Fon.

Soi-Fon: Kenpachi Azashiro got the jump on us. I don't know what trick he used to escape Muken but right now we need to regroup and report that Kenpachi Azashiro is on the loose. I'll send an order for the Confinement Unit to begin an investigation.

Marenoshin: I'll head over to the barracks later to discuss the situation, so contact the head captain after the Muken investigation has finished. This guy is way worse than some Ryoka.

Marenoshin left with Mareyo back home.

Marechiyo then turned to Soi-Fon.

Marechiyo: Um, is he really that bad? I know you mentioned Muken before, but he can't be as bad as Aizen, right?

Soi-Fon: Aizen is the stronger of the two, yes. But he isn't weak by any means.

Marechiyo: Wha?

Soi-Fon: This was before Yoruichi was appointed captain, but when Kenpachi Azashiro committed the grave crime that landed him in Muken, every Captain had to be dispatched to apprehend him. Just like when Ichigo and (Y/N) first appeared as Ryoka. And in the end, not even the thirteen captains could capture Kenpachi Azashiro.

Marechiyo's jaw dropped to the floor.

Marechiyo: How...

Soi-Fon: Not even that, they couldn't even get a single scratch on him.

Marechiyo was left speechless as Soi-Fon started to walk off to continue the investigation on Kenpachi Azashiro.

Marechiyo: How are we going to recapture this guy?

To be continued.

Never thought in a million years I'd be writing anything related to Omeada's father but here we are lmao.