The Return of the Cannon Fodder Trillion Heiress - Chapter 123

Chapter 123: Chapter 123 Don’t Care
Upon reaching the porch, Zen promptly guided him to sit by the bonfire that he and Hera had started. They settled around the flickering flames, ready to enjoy their dinner amidst the earthy glow. As they savored their meal, conversation flowed effortlessly, covering a range of mundane topics such as their interests and pastimes.

As Hera and Zen engaged in their usual lively conversation, Xavier listened attentively, quietly taking note of their discussions. He absorbed details about Hera’s interests, hobbies, and many more, and even learned about her previous part-time endeavors. Though he didn’t interject much, Xavier found himself fascinated by Hera’s diverse experiences and the skills she had acquired through her various part-time jobs.

Xavier’s attentive demeanor didn’t go unnoticed, as even the viewers seemed captivated by the scene, it turns out like a late-night talk show with celebrities. In this impromptu setup, Zen assumed the role of host, skillfully guiding the conversation with a barrage of questions, while also ensuring Hera felt at ease sharing whatever came to mind.

Their interaction resembled that of two gossiping teenagers, eliciting laughter from the viewers as they shared anecdotes and banter. The livestream exuded harmony, a stark contrast to the tense atmosphere within the cabin. Inside, Minerva and Alexi engaged in a cold war, while Alice sat in a corner, her expression grim and troubled.

Alice appeared visibly distressed, but her inner thoughts remained a mystery to the others. Amidst the tension brewing between Alexi and Minerva, her troubled state went largely unnoticed. The group’s focus was primarily on navigating the strained dynamics and they are aware that their actions had impacted their relationship or future relationship with Xavier deeply.

Many of them joined the show not only for promotional purposes but also to network with industry heavyweights like Xavier or someone with influential backers like Zen. However, instead of forging connections, they ended up feeling as though they had offended these key players, leaving everyone feeling disheartened and gloomy.

They found themselves grappling with an inexplicable urge to protect Alice and a surprising inclination to rally against Hera. It was as if they had lost all sense of reason, guided by an invisible force toward actions they couldn’t fully comprehend. Despite their experience in the industry, they couldn’t shake the feeling that something was amiss. Like Xavier, they were well attuned to the underhanded and subtle tactics often employed by artists in their internal conflicts. So Alice’s tactics shouldn’t easily affect all of them.

The urge they experienced was subtle, yet it wielded considerable influence over their thoughts and actions, subtly guiding them along a path they hadn’t anticipated. Those who possessed the halo of a male lead or had a resilient mental fortitude, like Zen, seemed unaffected by this mysterious force.

This remained unknown to Hera, she remained unaffected by these subtle influences, perhaps due to her newfound enlightenment regarding the truth of their world. The ties binding her to her predetermined fate had weakened, nearing the point of snapping.

After their hearty dinner, Hera, Xavier, and Zen abandoned any pretense of superficial courtesy toward the other participants. They headed straight to their respective rooms without bothering to talk or even glance at the other participants, indifferent to how their actions might be perceived by the others or by the viewers. Unconcerned with appearing petty or small-minded, the trio were resolute in their boundaries and preferences. They tacitly agreed not to tolerate any further antics from the others that could potentially lead to the kind of issues they had faced the previous night.

Their actions ignited another trending topic, prompting a range of opinions from viewers and bystanders alike. These opinions were divided into three main groups:

Those who advocated for Hera and the others to take the high road, urging them to let go of the conflict and rise above it.

The second group supported Hera and her companions’ response to Alice and her entourage, noting the ongoing targeting Hera had endured.

The last group placed the blame solely on Hera, arguing that as the one that caused all this shinanegans, she should be the one to take responsibility and extend respect to the other participants, especially considering her status as a newcomer.

Despite the various opinions circulating, those directly involved in the situation held a different perspective. Unlike the fans who closely followed the live stream and were privy to the behind-the-scenes details, they remained skeptical of the internet’s narrative. Recognizing the influence of public relations maneuvers aimed at protecting their own artistses, they understood that much of the online discourse had become intertwined with the complexities of the actual events.

Xavier’s fans collaborated with Hera’s ever-expanding fanbase to ensure a balanced representation and support for their respective idols. This joint effort aimed to prevent any bias that might unfavorably sway opinions against their favored artists. Surprisingly, Zen also boasted a substantial fanbase, stemming from his presence on social media long before his entry into the entertainment industry.

With a solid background and a penchant for sharing his extravagant lifestyle and love for extreme sports on social media, Zen attracted fans from various age groups. His dedicated fanbase rallied alongside Hera and Xavier’s supporters to combat any unwarranted attacks or underhanded tactics employed by rival companies attempting to manipulate public opinion.

As the trending topic shifted throughout the night, their loyal fans remained vigilant, engaging in online battles against keyboard warriors. Recognizing that Hera’s fanbase was still in its infancy and lacked organization, a dedicated individual stepped forward to take charge. This leader rallied the fans, urging them to unite and stand together to defend Hera against any threats or attacks.

Contrary to expectations, this person wasn’t Athena; they had acted swiftly, establishing a unified group overnight to spearhead for Hera’s cause. By the time Athena discovered the group and joined, this individual had already taken charge, effectively directing everyone to fulfill their designated roles.

Athena was taken aback by the situation; instead of chaos, she found a well-organized structure in place, functioning like a company with a clear hierarchy. The level of organization was impressive and somewhat amusing to her.

[Athena_Lowry: Hey everyone! I’m new here. What should I be doing?]

[AuntieNextDoor: Hi @Athena_Lowry, welcome aboard! Could you please let us know your area of expertise or interest? We’ll assign you a role accordingly.]

[Athena_Lowry: @AuntieNextDoor, are you in charge here? Just curious.]

[HeraismySister: @Athena_Lowry, hehe, no, @AuntieNextDoor manages the roles, and I oversee the information flow. Our amazing leader is @NorthernDuke (๑˃́ꇴ˂̀). Surprised?!!!]

As Leo observed the PR teams of various companies scrambling to contain the fallout and mitigate the damage to their artists caused by the trending topic, “#Trending: The Quest Participants Bullying,” he knew the situation was escalating.

He swiftly took action, anticipating that UE’s PR team would be countering the trending topic while other entities sought to tarnish Hera’s reputation. To shield Hera from any repercussions, he directed his assistant to assemble Hera’s genuine supporters into a cohesive group. Their objective: to form a structured defense against unwarranted attacks and swiftly counter any false allegations with the collective support of Hera’s genuine fans.

This could have been managed solely by UE’s adept PR team, renowned for their prowess. However, Leo felt compelled to support Hera in his unique way. His assistance proved invaluable, swiftly resolving the issue within the night. By discreetly disseminating the gathered information to the group, and subsequently to the internet via the fans, they conveyed it organically, bypassing the need to employ water armies or keyboard warriors. Leo not only economized resources but also ensured the information’s safety within the monitored confines of the group.

And by doing this, others could only think of him as just a normal fan with a little bit of money, in this case, it will not tarnish Hera’s reputation by putting her together with a sugar daddy issue again.

Actually, EntertainmentKing, GoldenLight, and FatherOfCaduceus even wanted to join the group but Leo blocked them

[GoldenLight: Hey, @NorthernDuke, I know that you started a fan group for Hera, I want to join too…]

[FatherOfCaduceus: I want to support too. (¬_¬)ﾉ]

[Dave_Carson: Don’t forget about me, I wanna join in the fun too. (｀◕‸◕´+)]

[EntertainmentKing: Me too…]

[NorthernDuke: You even want to infiltrate your enemy to gain valuable information? Do you think I will let you? (╬ Ò‸ Ó)….]

[GoldenLight: @NorthernDuke, I only want to support Hera. Suspect @EntertainmentKing but not me…]

[FatherOfCaduceus: @NorthernDuke, you can ignore @EntertainmentKing…]

[EntertainmentKing: …]

[Dave_Carson: You know @SilverEmperor is my little bro, so I want to help him too.]

[NorthernDuke: @Dave_Carson then go to his fan group, you’re in the wrong place…]

[Dave_Carson: (ಠ_ಠ)ノ彡┻━┻…]