Chapter 131: To Soul Society

After the training with Urhara progressed, Urahara asked me to help train Ichigo as well. I didn't mind because this will help me with control, I don't want to break Ichigo. All I did was apply a weighted environment and pounded my Reiatsu lightly, only to gradually increase the pressure. Since I didn't have my own Zanpakuto yet, I simply imbued my right index finger with Haki, Ki, magic and Reiatsu, making my finger far stronger than any normal Zanpakuto or weapon in this universe.

Ichigo: Are you kidding me with your finger?! Just because I'm a teenager doesn't mean you can treat me with kid gloves!

Sage: Don't get it twisted my young Padawan, I have yet to get my Zanpakuto, but, that in no way makes me any weaker than Urahara-san. Come at me to see if I'm bullshitting you with my finger.

Ichigo: Tsk! If you get hurt don't blame me.

The moment Ichigo swung his sword I knew it was half hearted. I knew he was still a teenager but if one steps into a new world vastly different than ones normal, one of the main rules is to not underestimate new encounters. Whether it's strength, strategy or skill it is a bad habit to have to judge by appearance. I guess Ichigo will have to learn the hard way. The instant Ichigo's Zanpakuto made contact with my index finger a loud metal clang noise was heard.

Ichigo's eyes were open wide from the impact. I looked at him with an eyebrow raised. Ichigo looked at his hands and saw the blood outline from the hilt of his sword. I flashed next to him and put my finger on his throat. A little amount of blood began trickling down. Ichigo at least had the presence of mind to jump back. I swiped my finger to get the blood off and causing a small gash on the ground from my swipe.

Sage: Who was it that said "If you get hurt don't blame me"?

Ichigo said nothing and from the looks of it, finally took me seriously. After a few more hours of clashing, Ichigo was worn out and panting heavy as he laid flat on the ground.

Ichigo: H-How…how the hell did you get so strong…?

Sage: Let's just say I am built differently than you. When the training is over I will try to help you out as much as I can. Don't expect me to baby sit you.

Ichigo: HA! After you and Urahara, who else could challenge me?! I know you are going easy on me, I think we should increase the difficulty though. And I would really welcome the help, it will be good to have someone that knows their way around.

Sage: Hahaha, I'm not from Soul Society. We will have someone else guide us. Don't worry, I will have you strong enough to fight the weaker captains.

Ichigo: At least I know I will have strong help.

Sage: Listen, since I am looking for a Zanpakuto of my own, Urahara-san told me about a person who can give me one. Once we get there I will head there first then meet up with you guys later. But don't worry though, if you get into serious danger I will just teleport to you.

Ichigo: Holy shit, I thought people couldn't do that.

Sage: I told you I am built differently than you and no I am not an android or robot.

Ichigo: Coulda fooled me.

Sage: Remember this Ichigo, "All men have a blade in their heart. The purer the heart, the keener the blade." – Gankutsuou

After a few more days of training, Ichigo went to enjoy the last few days with his family before Urahara opened the gate to Soul Society. The doorway he made was a giant 3D square, in shape, and made of what looks to be talismans or seal type of paper. Before our training was over I gave Ichigo the start or gist of Ki training, depending on how far he goes or what this universe will allow him, is up to him. The original people that went before is going again, Orihime, Chad, Ishida, Yoruichi and Ichigo.

Orihime was the most surprised and impressed out of the group when they were taken into the underground training space. I had my original clothing back on which was black pants, black boots, a black sash with the Sarutobi clan symbol in gold on the tip, dark red short sleeved hakama shirt with the giant kanji for heaven on the back in white bordered in black with a white tight undershirt and black wristbands. The only people who knew of me were Ichigo, Yoruichi and Ishida, so through this ordeal I was introduced to Chad and Orihime.

Orihime: So you are the strong helper that Yoruichi was talking about. Nice to meet you, I'm Inoue Orihime.

Chad: Sado Yasutora.

Sage: It's a pleasure. Sarunokami Sage.

I shook hands with them and picked up Yoruichi. I started petting her softly and lovingly. Urahara used his cane to hit Ichigo on the back of the neck sparating his Shingami Soul with his body. Kon, the modified soul, was to take Ichigo's place while he was in Soul Society. Urahara then summoned the gate and proceeded to explain the rules on how we have to be careful in the in-between called the Dangai (Parsing world). To prevent enemies such as Hollows, it's filled with a current called "Kouryuu" (Wresting flow) which can stop souls from moving.

Yoruichi: Just walk forward. Didn't I tell you? The heart and soul are connected. What's important now is how your heart thinks. Only those who can do it may follow me.

Ichigo: What are you talking about? Those who chose to gather here have made the decision amd are determined to follow it!

Yoruichi: You should know very well, kid. If you lose, then you will never return.

Ichigo: Of course we have to win!

Yoruichi: Well said.

We all ran through the gate and into the Dangai. I've seen it before but the Dangai looked gross in person. We met up with the "Janitor" of the Dangai so we ran faster. I kept everyone ahead of me so that they won't touch it. We saw the end of the gate and burst through. While the others landed hard I glided down with Yoruichi in my arms. After dusting off, we looked around while Yoruichi explained the layout of Soul Society. Ichigo ran to the inner circle part of the layout but before he could giant walls came down to block his path.

Jidanbo is the gatekeeper of the Hakutomon (White Road Gate) to Soul Society. When the walls and gate came slamming down, so did this giant dude. I waited until the entirety of the walls came down, when they did I put Yoruichi down and whispered in her ear…

Sage: Since the walls are down I'm gonna make my way up. Take care of the kids, and if you do get in danger give them these beans. They restore wounds and vitality. Use them sparingly.

Yoruichi: I have no clue how powerful you really are but Division Zero is not to be underestimated nor trifled with.

Sage: Aww, and here I thought you didn't care about me. But apparently you really don't know me. I will get what I am looking for no doubt but I can't kill them just because I want a Zanpakuto. They also have a role to play so it would be no fun killing any of them.

With that I flew to the sky as quickly as I could while Ichigo and company kept Jidanbo busy. No one but Yoruichi saw me leave but even then the wide eyes and dropped jaw from her was worth it.