The darkness lasted only two seconds.
The spotlight gradually illuminated the central stage in the hall, with three giant LCD screens focusing on the stage from different angles. There were no auction items at the moment, so the screens appeared empty.
Purple Summers' eyes slowly adjusted to the environment as she glanced around herself.
Because all the light gathered on the stage, the guests hidden in the darkness revealed an excitement of secretive observation on their faces.
She withdrew her gaze, feeling very uncomfortable... no longer just disgust, but a sense of being in a mismatched environment, her scalp tingling, even her breathing felt oppressive.
Alexander Summers seemed to sense her unease, held her hand, and softly said, "Relax, just treat it like watching a show."
An elderly man in formal attire entered the stage and, after a brief introduction, began the auction of the first item.
