Ulquiorra endured the attack with his head bowed, like someone waiting for a shower to pass. It hurt more than he was letting on, but he was, at least, in a better position than Nel.

He could also see that Grimmjow was taking the opportunity to release in the aftermath. Ulquiorra didn't see the need to join in; two fully released Arrancar against them would be overkill.

Instead he took the opportunity to fire off a quick couple of bala rounds at Axel.