Worried that Fujiwara Seiho is also here for the Beast Head, Huo Sining’s heart couldn’t help but tighten.

Although she has repeatedly opposed Fujiwara Seiho, she has always concealed her identity. Fujiwara Seiho has suffered many losses at her hands, but she has always operated from the shadows and never confronted him directly. Therefore, Huo Sining is confident that the things she has done over the years would unlikely lead Fujiwara Seiho to suspect her directly.

However, Fujiwara Seiho is known for holding grudges. Even if he doesn’t suspect her directly, he knows these matters are linked to Huaxia people. He might blame Huaxia and create chaos at the auction, making it difficult for them to successfully acquire the two Beast Heads. This is certainly possible.

Furthermore, Fujiwara Seiho is accompanied by the Liang Family Siblings and Zhou Zhenlu Huairu. If during the bidding process, they happen to recognize her, those individuals might also join in the disturbance.

Huo Sining believes that Lu Huairu is unlikely to engage in such activities that would compromise his status. However, Zhou Zhen and the Liang Family Siblings are different. These three have never gotten along with her and have suffered heavy losses at her hands. The accumulated grievances must have led to deep hatred. Now that there’s finally a chance for retaliation, even if it means mutual harm, they wouldn’t consider the bigger picture. They would only act according to their own desires and interfere during her bidding for the Beast Heads, driving up the price.

A trace of a bitter smile flashed in Huo Sining’s eyes. Previously, she was cautious of Clayflo purposely sending proxies to raise the price. Now it seems unnecessary for him to act; with Fujiwara Seiho’s group present, the Beast Head auction will likely not end peacefully.

This isn’t like the Tengchong Black Market when bidding for Jade Clothing. In Tengchong, it was Huaxia territory, united in the face of enemies; even if Hong Si wanted to make money, he had to consider the setting and feared the Dongyang-hating guests might cause trouble. Hence, he showed no courtesy to Dongyang people;

But now, this is Philadelphia, hosted by American Germans. Whether it’s Clayflo or the remaining bidders from around the world, none would heed the old grievances between Huaxia and Dongyang. Even if Fujiwara Seiho’s group deliberately raises the price, they wouldn’t see any issue with it.

Traditionally, auctions favor the highest bidder, and there’s no rule stating that auction items can be bid on by a specific person only. At least at the Philadelphia Black Market, there’s no such regulation. Clayflo would not take sides with Huo Sining due to past Huaxia and Dongyang conflicts.

Huo Sining furrowed her brow, contemplating how to respond once the featured items appear.

Gu Xu, observing the tension and unease in Huo Sining, couldn’t resist asking softly, "Honey, what’s wrong?"

After a moment of hesitation, Huo Sining shared her concerns.

Others couldn’t help but glance over at Huo Sining, while Zhou Shitao was stunned, completely unexpected that at this moment, several disruptors would emerge.

Upon hearing Huo Sining’s words, Gu Xu couldn’t help but laugh, "Isn’t this easy to solve? When bidding begins, let’s not reveal ourselves; we’re in the box, and they’re downstairs. If we don’t show ourselves, they won’t know who’s bidding, and won’t target us deliberately."

Huo Sining paused, "How would we bid without showing up?"

Gu Xu couldn’t resist gently tapping Huo Sining’s forehead, "Foolish, it’s us not showing up, but it doesn’t mean no one will. We have another candidate here, don’t we?"

Huo Sining, puzzled, "Which candidate?"

Gu Xu chuckled, "We’re Huaxia people and have already encountered the Liang Family Siblings and Zhou Family kid. It’s naturally inappropriate for us to bid. But we still have an American Huaxia in our room. He has no grievances or interactions with the Liang Family and Zhou Family, and he is American, and the heir of the Li Group. If he steps forward, Fujiwara Seiho certainly wouldn’t suspect, even if he won’t see it as him, neither Liang Jinghong nor Zhou Zhen would link him to us, what do you think?"

Huo Sining’s eyes lit up instantly, and she couldn’t help but pat the back of her head, admitting she was truly muddle-headed, unable even to come up with such a simple solution—clearly, she doesn’t need to appear herself; it’s just a matter of finding someone to represent.

On the other side, Li Jun was equally baffled, instinctively pointing to his nose, "Mr. Gu, you mean me?"

Gu Xu raised an eyebrow, "Among us, who else is American?"

Li Jun instinctively glanced at Yue Shuwen sitting obediently, but suddenly remembered Yue Shuwen has already joined Huaxia nationality. Indeed, among the group, he is the most suitable.

Li Jun’s face instantly tensed, unsure where to place his hands, "But I... I don’t have experience in this aspect; bidding on two such valuable items, I... I’m afraid of making mistakes..."

Huo Sining, of course, knows the responsibility is significant, but this is the best solution:

"Don’t worry; it’s not like you’re going at it alone. We’re still here. You just need to act, just hold up the sign without letting those below, especially Fujiwara Seiho, notice anything. As for what price to bid, we’ll consult you and tell you how to bid."

Li Jun, hearing this, breathed a slight sigh of relief. After all, he’s someone who’s seen substantial occasions. As the future heir of the Li Group, he’s most adept at adapting to big matters, easily adjusting his emotions. He took a deep breath and smiled at Zhou Shitao and several other seniors:

"Professor Zhou, today I’ll play it big for once, stealing the roles meant for you and several professors; hopefully, you gentlemen won’t mind, won’t mind, haha." 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞

Zhou Shitao’s eyes also reflected a smile, evidently appreciative of Li Jun, who could remain composed enough to joke in such a moment, nodding slightly, "This kid is not bad. Li Changming having a grandson like you is truly good fortune!"

Li Jun was somewhat surprised, "Professor Zhou, you know my grandfather?"

Zhou Shitao laughed, "Saw him a few times when young, but not particularly familiar. Your grandfather is also excellent, a principled businessman. Years ago, if he returned to develop domestically, perhaps I might have partnered with him. At the time, there was a project very suitable for him, but alas..."

Others had no idea that Zhou Shitao was a past acquaintance of Li Jun’s grandfather, but in this setting, no one pursued further.

Everyone’s focus shifted to the auction stage, ready for the featured items to appear at any moment.