Gin glanced at the speaking Lilynette.
Lilynette fearlessly puffed out her little cheeks as well, glaring back at Gin. Her large, sparkling eyes were filled with courage. Gin gave a faint laugh and slowly looked toward Starrk.
In response, Starrk gently patted Lilynette's little head and said softly.
"Lord Aizen is watching all of this right now, Lilynette. Don't fool around."
Hearing that, Lilynette, who had still been glaring at Gin, immediately shrank back. Like an obedient little girl, she hurriedly stood behind Starrk and said nothing more.
Starrk slowly stepped before the crowd. His calm eyes swept over the expectant people below as he spoke in an utterly flat tone.
"I am Starrk Coyote. If you are interested, you may join my ranks..."
After saying that simply, he stepped back. From beginning to end, he remained exceedingly calm.
Once Starrk's words reached the people below.
Having already been intimidated by the terrifying pressure of Gin and Barragan, no one dared discuss things carelessly this time. They all remained silent.
Yet each of them was carefully considering whether this lord was worthy of their allegiance.
Afterward, under Gin's introduction, Nagato, Kaname Tosen, and the others standing in a row alongside Barragan and Starrk stepped forward one after another to introduce themselves to the crowd below.
The people below listened closely as well, not daring to miss even the slightest detail. After all, the personalities of these lords would determine their choices.
If they were unfortunate enough to choose a subordinate with a personality like Lord Barragan's, what awaited them would likely be endless terror.
After everyone had finished introducing themselves, Gin slowly turned his head to seek Aizen's instruction.
Aizen gave him a light glance, then swept his gaze, carrying a trace of amusement, over the countless people below. His