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Following a battle, Ichigo and his friends escape into a harsh desert while Aizen convenes the Espadas to discuss a newfound threat. The group encounters a dangerous situation as they decide to protect a vulnerable child.

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With the two arrancars defeated, the room collapses, forcing Ichigo, Uryuu and Chad to escape outside. Upon seeing Las Noches, they begin running towards it, impeded by the various natural hazards of the desert. Meanwhile, Aizen gathers the Espadas to inform them of the intrusion, stressing that the intruders are not to be underestimated, but not to be considered an immediate threat. In the desert, Ichigo, Uryuu and Chad encounter three hollows chasing a human child, and decide to help the child.