After being fed to top-tier orcs, I became the darling of the entire intergalactic world.

Chapter 489 The Idol-Chasing Behavior of a Die-Hard Fan

Given Liang He's limited understanding of Reina, coupled with the background of the black market auction, it was no surprise that she guessed the 'acquaintance' she was referring to.

"Elitaire".

Bingo! You got it right!

Even though Reina had lowered her voice, you could still hear the excitement and agitation in her words.

Although the video of Liang He embarrassing Elitaire in public was later deleted by Elitaire's people, Reina, as a die-hard fan, still kept a backup plan.

Reina felt a surge of satisfaction every time she saw Elitaire's frustrated expression.

"Even he showed up at today's auction, so there must be some 'good stuff'."

The good things that Reina talks about may not be good in everyone's eyes; they may just be good for satisfying certain special preferences.

"However, we're just here today to investigate and look for clues, so it's not really our concern."

Reina had no intention of participating in the auction, firstly because she looked down on the items circulating on the black market, and secondly to avoid the risk of exposure.

Especially with Elitel here, what if he recognizes Liang He and gathers all his power to cause trouble for her?
"You're right, we should just wait and see."

Liang He nodded in agreement with Reina's kind reminder.

Soon, the auction started promptly at eight o'clock, and a small number of guests who did not arrive on time were turned away.

"Welcome, distinguished guests, to this black gold auction."

The term "black gold auction" is a euphemism for a black market auction. "Black" represents the black market, and "gold" represents money, which fits the nature of a black market auction quite well.

"This person is the chief auctioneer of the Black Gold Auction House. He rarely shows his face. It seems there are quite a few treasures this time."

As a member of the Leonard family, even though Reina looked down on the black market auctions, she still made sure to know all the necessary information.

In particular, when the head of the Leonard family learned that she was going to bring Liang He to the auction, he gave Reina all the information he had gathered, and she had to memorize it all, even if it meant rote memorization.

In the words of the head of the Leonard family, "You must not delay Ms. Liang He's important business!"
"Ahe, do you think... it might be related to animal cruelty?"

Reina leaned close to Liang He's ear and whispered her guesses.

It goes without saying that anyone who instructs poachers to harm animals, or even dismembers them and takes some back with them, is psychologically disturbed.

However, based on existing research, it can be inferred that part of the reason they did this was because of market demand.

"Your guess is not unreasonable, but I don't think they would be so blatant."

Liang He preferred that they conduct the transaction privately, since there were many people and eyes at the auction, and it was easy for someone to sneak in. If they were caught doing something wrong, no one could guarantee that it wouldn't escalate into a big scandal.

Didn't she and Reina successfully sneak in?
"That's right."

Having been successfully persuaded by Liang He, Reina sat up straight again, leaning back in her chair.

If she weren't afraid of being discovered, she really wanted to lean on Liang He's shoulder and drift off to sleep.

After all, the items at this auction didn't really appeal to her. If it weren't for Liang He, Reina wouldn't have come to this filthy, godforsaken place at all.

"The next item to be auctioned is..."

Sitting in the VIP room, Ellitale casually tapped the armrest of the sofa beside him, a cigar dangling from his mouth, his feet propped up on the coffee table, looking down at the auction hall with a contemptuous smile.

If those present represented all living beings, then Elitaire likened himself to a god, looking down upon them as mere ants.

Ellitel took the cigar from his lips, stared straight down, and suddenly spoke.

"Is everything taken care of?" In the VIP room, besides Ellitale, his confidants were also present.

In response to Elitaire's question, the confidant bowed slightly and nodded respectfully.

"Yes, everything you asked me to do has been done."

During this period, due to Liang He's influence, more and more citizens on the StarNet are demanding stricter punishment for animal cruelty, and public sentiment is so high that the Federal Information Security Department has been working overtime for several days.

"Find a way to deal with those who have been caught."

When this was mentioned, Ellitale's expression suddenly turned sharp, and a fierce look shot out. The hand that was resting on the armrest of the sofa suddenly tightened.

"Liang He... and that bastard! I'll make you regret messing with me!"

Listening to Elitaire's undisguised disgust and hatred towards Liang He and Elius, the confidant beside him simply lowered his head silently, pretending not to have heard anything.

Ellitel's defeat at the hands of Liang He and the others was nothing short of humiliation for him. He could say that anyone who dared to mention it was courting death.

"By the way, please double-check the final auction item tonight."

The biggest surprise of the night is in the final auction item, which Ellitale believes will attract a huge crowd.

"Have all the guests' identities been confirmed?"

If some mice accidentally get in, he'll have no choice but to carry out a rat extermination operation.

"Rest assured, all guests have undergone rigorous screening and have been confirmed to be safe and sound. There will be no problems."

This isn't the first time a black gold auction has been held, but this time it's been even more cautious and meticulous than before.

Having received a definite answer, Elitaire relaxed with satisfaction, leaning back on the sofa, his leisurely posture reflecting his good mood.

Meanwhile, unbeknownst to Ellitale, Liang He and Reina, who were sitting quietly in a corner of the auction hall, were cooperating with everyone in their act.

"Ahe is so smart; she made us perform according to everyone's emotions."

In a dark corner where no one noticed, Reina gave Liang He a thumbs up.

They are currently impersonating other people, and if they appear too calm or show no interest in the auction, they are indeed likely to arouse suspicion.

"If you see anything you like at the auction later, just bid and I'll give it to you!"

To better conceal their activities, Reina even suggested participating in auctions from time to time, pretending to bid.

Of course, she didn't deny that she wanted to take this opportunity to give Liang He some gifts.

It wasn't a reward for Liang He saving Forpers, but simply a fan's action.

"I appreciate your kindness, but just pretend to bid; you don't have to actually buy it."

Liang He politely declined Reina's offer, forcing herself to stay alert as she watched a group of people argue and spend money like water over a single item at auction.

To be honest, she couldn't quite understand these people's thought processes.

In Liang He's opinion, it would be better to use this money to buy more delicious food and fun toys for the furry animals, or to help people and animals in need. That would be more worthwhile and meaningful than what they are doing now.

"All right……"

Although it was an expected answer, Reina couldn't help but feel a little disappointed.

In her opinion, Liang He was only being so polite to her because he didn't consider her one of his own.

However, she soon discovered that the 'heroine' had a purpose!
"Thank you for your enthusiastic participation, which has made the auction a great success. We are about to see the final item up for auction—"