He had to wonder how exactly the institute managed to have so many deadly creatures and still be up and running in the morning just like always. Even Aizen would be impressed by their efficiency, if nothing else. Though the recent radio broadcasts would prove otherwise. It sounded like the power was shifting.

At any rate, it didn't take him long to press off from the wall and jump down the hole in the floor. He landed easily enough, despite the stairs. That made only one new injury for the night. He supposed it could have been worse.

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