In response… under the watchful eyes of many, Moge cast Uvogin a rather peculiar glance.
From an angle others could not see, he noticed Uvogin winking at him frantically.
Hidden at his side, his fingers were also making hurried gestures.
Hmm, clearly, this meant he would beg Moge later in private…
Seeing this, Moge couldn't help but chuckle softly, then nodded slightly:
"Of course."
"It doesn't matter how many times it gets dirty, we'll clean it every time!"
"Getting dirty is unavoidable, but we won't allow ourselves to remain dirty!"
"If one person can't do it, then everyone will work together!"
"As long as we gather everyone's strength, any place can be cleaned!"
"Cleaning power assemble…!"
"Sweep!!!"
Finally, with the combined voice acting of Chrollo, Pakunoda, Shila, and Sarasa
They defeated the monster on screen, bringing the entire screening to a perfect conclusion.
It had to be said, Togashi's portrayal of this segment was quite meaningful.
Through the anime "Cleaning Squad" and the lines written by Chrollo, a tone was created that was completely different from the Phantom Troupe of the future.
"It doesn't matter how many times it gets dirty, we'll clean it every time."
"Getting dirty is unavoidable, but we won't allow ourselves to remain dirty."
Such words stood in stark contrast to what the Genei Ryodan would eventually become.
Or perhaps, in Chrollo's view, what they would do in the future was never "dirty" to begin with.
Or perhaps they were already living in a world that was thoroughly stained.
And the only belief the Genei Ryodan truly upheld was:
"If one person can't do it, then everyone works together."
In the future, they would indeed gather powerful individuals from Meteor City and become a notorious criminal organization.
But that was still far ahead.
At least for today, Chrollo and his companions' performance was a complete success.
Amid loud cheers from the children, the screening came to an end.
"That was amazing! It actually finished properly!"
"When it broke halfway, I thought it was over!"
"Everyone looked so happy you guys did great!"
"With this, Meteor City might really change!"
"No, no, I couldn't have done it without everyone's help."
The children left the church one after another, some even imitating the poses of the Cleaning Squad.
Meanwhile, Chrollo and his group gathered together, celebrating and reflecting.
As the organizer, Chrollo naturally received the most praise.
Though he modestly waved it off, anyone could see he was the core of it all.
Even Father Litzol appeared again after the crowd thinned.
He gently patted Chrollo's head, offering sincere praise.
"If you wish to organize such screenings again, just tell me."
"The church will always provide a venue."
While Father Litzol had taken interest in Moge
His support for Chrollo never diminished.
Just as he believed, one should never place all bets on a single person.
Thus, everything ended on a high note, and Chrollo's group left the church in good spirits.
Of course That would have lasted longer if not for the figures blocking their path.
"Is that… Uvogin?"
Shila, gentle and observant, recognized the tall figure with arms crossed at a glance.
Not just him Nobunaga, Machi, Feitan, and Phinks were all there as well.
The same group from earlier had gathered again, as if waiting.
Seeing this, Chrollo's smile gradually faded.
He stepped forward.
"Chrollo, you don't have to go…"
Pakunoda whispered from behind, worry evident in her voice.
"It's fine."
Chrollo took another step.
"This needs to be settled."
"After all, I did take the videotape from his territory."
Sarasa pursed her lips, about to rush ahead
But Franklin grabbed her.
"What are you doing?"
"I'm going to help Uvogin with voice acting!"
Sarasa beamed.
"No child who heard Chrollo today wouldn't admire him."
"I think even Uvogin feels the same."
"And besides, Uvogin like Phinks is actually a good person."
Indeed, just as she said
In the original course of events, Sarasa had stepped in at this exact moment.
Standing beside Uvogin, she faced Chrollo and shouted:
"Chrollo, you're amazing!"
"I'm truly impressed by you!"
Then she turned, pointed at Uvogin, and smiled:
"That was your voice-over just now!"
Because of her, the tension dissolved.
Chrollo and Uvogin spoke openly.
Uvogin even admitted:
"Next time, let me play the monster."
"No punch I've taken compares to how much you impressed me today."
It was this moment that led others like Phinks, Feitan, and Nobunaga to gradually join Chrollo.
Thus, the prototype of the Genei Ryodan was born.
But now "Wait a moment."
Franklin shook his head.
"Let Chrollo and Uvogin talk first."
He had heard Uvogin's earlier bragging.
And more importantly
Moge's response.
Better to see how this plays out first.
Of course, if things turned hostile, he would not stand by.
"Hmm?"
Sarasa blinked in confusion.
She glanced at Franklin, then at the silent Shanark beside him.
Clearly Something had happened earlier that they didn't know about.
"Chrollo…"
As Chrollo stopped a short distance away, Uvogin spoke first:
"I admit it your performance today was incredible."
"I even… admire you a bit."
"…?!"
Chrollo was genuinely surprised.
By all logic, Uvogin should have come to pick a fight.
And even if he did feel admiration With his personality, he would never admit it so openly.
Unless someone had influenced the situation.
Or rather…
someone had given him a reason to say it.