"Discuss?"
Urahara pondered for a moment at this point, then couldn't help but show a half-smiling expression.
What meaning was there in discussing at this point?
After all, things had already developed to this stage. The people who could influence and sway Yhwach's decisions could be counted on one hand.
But although they could no longer participate, doing their best to help their side and lay foundations was still very necessary behavior.
Thinking, Urahara spoke.
"What are you thinking on your end, Seiya?"
The two behind him exchanged glances, finally having Seiya, the person involved, speak up.
"Take the initiative to attack. After finding Yhwach, somehow create an opening and opportunity to drive the silver arrow into his body."
"This will cause Yhwach to leave his Almighty state for an extremely short time..."
"Then seize this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to eliminate him in one strike."
A simple, straightforward plan.
One could even feel the helplessness called 'haste' within it.
But even so, this plan was also everyone's last resort at this moment.
After all, Yhwach had successfully ascended to the Soul King Palace and must have already grasped the ultimate power... and the only one who could stop this guy was someone who had once been his equal.
Mayuri, who was calmly adjusting equipment nearby, said without turning his head.
"When are you departing?"
Seiya pondered for a moment.
"No time to lose... after finishing here, we plan to depart."
"Though I'd like to say haste makes waste, things have reached this point. I can't stand as an observer making sarcastic remarks..."
Mayuri put down what he was holding and half-turned his head.
"This is Nemu's request... don't die."
"Mm, I'll do my best."
As both sides reached consensus, Urahara beside them suddenly spoke.
"That backup measure has always been maintained. If you really can't hold on, we can always..."
Before he could finish.
The Zanpakutō hanging at Seiya's waist suddenly trembled lightly.
Sāgara Ryū jumped out directly, approaching Urahara with a serious face and loudly scolding.
"Impossible! Don't think about it! I absolutely disagree with this backup plan!"
Looking at this guy who was even more explosive than Yoruichi, Urahara could only force a smile, even his tone becoming somewhat cautious.
"Uh... well, hehe, I'll do my best..."
Seiya calmly stepped forward, raising his hand to pat Sāgara Ryū's shoulder, signaling her to be quiet.
"But this isn't fair to you in the first place!"
"Alright, I have my own sense of proportion."
A thousand words couldn't match Seiya's single instruction. The Zanpakutō seemed to feel somewhat wronged.
Her expression at this moment also became somewhat sad, finally silently sinking back into the sword at his waist without a word.
Throwing a tantrum again.
A Zanpakutō having its own unique will and displaying human-like logical ability could indeed increase the wielder's strength.
But correspondingly...
Taking care of the other party's emotions and properly handling the relationship between both sides had also become a required course.
"It's almost like having another close female friend, Seiya."
Mayuri's slightly mocking tone inevitably made the person involved somewhat embarrassed, but soon he had already organized his emotions.
"Gentlemen, are there any other aspects of this plan that need supplementing?"
Everyone present looked at each other. Obviously no one had any ideas at this moment.
This was destined to be a stage for the strong. Without reaching that realm, even offering suggestions would seem somewhat ignorant.
However, polite words were still an indispensable part.
Accompanied by Kyōraku, Yamamoto slowly stepped forward.
He calmly watched the man before him. After long silence, he finally said softly.
"Don't die."
"Mm."
A thousand words were just one instruction.
But even after agreeing... the person involved still uncontrollably looked around.
There weren't many people present, because most people needed to resist the Soul King Torrent falling from the sky outside.
—If left to act on its own, not only living beings, but anything connected to spiritual power would be completely devoured...
There were still many people he wanted to see, things he wanted to say. But at this moment, this wish temporarily couldn't be realized.
He could only set it aside for now.
Taking a deep breath, Seiya looked up at the sky with slightly condensed eyes.
Having reached this point, it was time to advance again.
Everyone prepared to continue advancing toward the sky. At this moment, with a shout, the three completely unleashed their spiritual pressure.
"Let's go!"
"Yeah!" x2
Boom!!!
Light that reached heaven and earth emerged.
The three's spiritual power spiraled and merged together in the air, forming an enormous wave that couldn't be ignored, surging toward the sky.
At the edge of this dark, boundless sky, this light seemingly rising like the sun attracted everyone's gaze. Even without extra communication, everyone present could understand...
This was the final power in the three worlds, and also the final desperate charge against Yhwach.
There would be no next time.
And simultaneously.
Urahara, remaining in the lower realm, looked to his side.
"Then, the remaining work can only trouble you to execute... Aizen."
"After all, besides those three above, only you can accurately bring the target into battle during intense combat..."
"So please, I must trouble you to wait here a bit longer."
The calm-faced master made no response, at this moment only looking up at the gradually distant light.
No one could know what he was thinking.
The three's speed was fast, but even so, to break through the now barrier-free sky from Soul Society directly to the Soul King Palace...
Would still require some time.
Taking advantage of this buffer, Seiya reiterated the action plan and strategy once more.
"Ichigo, act as you see fit, but be sure to preserve your strength... to ensure you can act at the most crucial moment. Absolutely can't miss the opportunity."
"Uryū, focus your attention on yourself. Once you sense Yhwach might cast his attention on you, use your ability to reflect the other party's various harassment and attacks as much as possible."
And after waiting and finding the right opportunity...
"Don't be stingy with the silver arrow, be decisive. I trust your judgment."
Both had clear responsibilities and tasks, the content quite clear.
But Ichigo couldn't help asking at this moment.
"Then... what about you, Mr. Seiya?"
The person involved gently touched the sword hilt at his waist. After a moment of silence, he said softly.
"I'll try my best to stop Yhwach's actions to create suitable opportunities for you two."
The simplest statement.
Yet bearing the most exaggerated pressure and responsibility.
Both could understand the magnitude of Seiya's burden, but at this moment they couldn't find appropriate words. They could only look at each other...
And fall into silence.
The atmosphere had a subtle sense of gravity. Seiya, experiencing this increasingly problematic morale, chuckled lightly.
"No need to be so serious. I know our task is heavy. But things have reached this point, and we've all made our efforts."
"Struggle as much as possible, resist, use everything we have. If even this can't achieve the results we want..."
"Then we can complain about unfairness later. After all, it's not human fault—no one will blame us."
Psychological balance was hard to control.
For these two youngsters at this time, the weight of the world's safety was obviously somewhat exaggerated.
Seiya's few words might not have much enlightening effect, but they did indeed make both their expressions relax slightly.
"Maintain this state, you two."
"After all, we're not only protecting this world."
"We're also working hard for those people we care about."
Ichigo was the first to respond.
"Yeah! I understand... I'll definitely give my all from now on!"
The blonde boy's drive was as exaggerated as always.
In comparison, Uryū's reaction was much calmer.
He unconsciously adjusted his glasses, saying in a calm tone.
"At times like this, shouldn't we say 'do our best'?"
"Is this the time for nitpicking, Uryū..."
Amid their banter.
Everyone had already approached the great hall in the sky.
As the outline gradually became clear and distinct, the three's expressions slowly became much more serious.
They had arrived...
Passing through the ruins-filled outer area to the spacious, boundless interior.
Along with the three's landing motion, at this moment they almost simultaneously... focused their gazes on the figure not far away.
Yhwach.
He just sat on the chair like that, silently watching the air before him.
Like a specimen that had already turned to sculpture, his body carried an inhuman stiffness...
But the pupils in his eyes were still constantly wriggling.
Seeing such a scene, Seiya's expression suddenly became serious.
Though it was expected, actually witnessing it was still more terrifying. The power of three pupils absolutely surpassed the Almighty that Seiya currently mastered.
'What's there to fear!'
Sāgara Ryū's voice came from deep within his heart.
'During rest, Mayuri helped me prepare everything. Now I can mobilize spiritual particles not only from Hueco Mundo and Soul Society, but also from the living world.'
'Efficiency is five times what it was before... whether duration or observable timelines, everything has expanded greatly now.'
'We have no reason to lose!'
Is that so?
Then, no time to lose.
The Zanpakutō's power was silently released, spreading instantly, returning Seiya to the 'Almighty' realm.
However.
His expression at this moment became even more serious.
Because visibly, all the timelines he could observe had fallen into a chaotic state.
Way out?
Not a single one existed.
Yet before everyone could begin acting.
Yhwach, who had seemed like he had already passed into nirvana, suddenly raised his right hand at this moment.
"...!!!"
Very abrupt behavior.
Yet far exceeding everyone's ability to react.
Almost in just a moment of confusion, Uryū, who had originally been behind everyone, was like being grabbed by something invisible around his neck...
Forcibly 'lifted' up.
"Uryū!!!"
Seiya drew his sword, slashing toward Yhwach.
Ichigo turned back, wanting to bring the already controlled Uryū out of his predicament...
The coordination between the two, while not reaching 'perfect' levels, was definitely concrete and effective.
However, Yhwach's reaction was faster.
His left hand made a downward pressing motion toward the front.
Everyone's actions were instantly interrupted, until they were crawling on the ground.
The gap—a visible gap.
And facing such an exaggerated gap that could even make people feel despair... everyone watched as Yhwach's right hand waved lightly.
A silver arrowhead was forcibly 'squeezed' out from Uryū's chest.
"An object of resentment gathered from Quincy after Auswählen..."
"Full of the humiliation and anger of betrayal, a silver arrow capable of piercing my body."
"Did you think... I didn't know this thing existed?"
Light laughter slowly flowed from his lips, carrying traces of smugness and showing off.
"I told you."
"Long, long ago, I had already 'seen' your threat."
"Now to me, you have absolutely no secrets..."
Bang!
Along with a dull shattering sound.
The silver arrow was forcibly crushed and shattered. Under the horrified gazes of Seiya and others, it became wildly dancing powder.
"Accept your fate, foolish regicides."