Chapter 9 Live Streaming
The Kaufman Group was the largest internet company in the country.
On Antonio's 3rd wedding anniversary, the titans of the business world and the business partners were all in attendance. The hosts and performers were all stars and there were countless reporters.
Everyone was talking about it online, such as, "They are the best couple ever...", "Perfect romance...", "I wanna fall in love again...", "I wanna have a boyfriend like him...", and "They made me believe in love again...", etc.
Antonio, impeccably dressed, walked out of the bridal lounge with an expression of utter satisfaction.
Helena sat atop the dressing table, still panting, with a smile tugged at her lips.
Her dress was torn, her make-up was a mess, and the mirror was stained with some ambiguous liquid.
She pulled out her phone and recorded a selfie video.
She shot the room and then laughed arrogantly.
She said, "Grace, do you know where I am now? It's the bridal lounge and your man just left. I've left you a gift here. Just come and check it out. Well, don't cry when you see it!
"By the way, if your kids ask about it, just tell them, that was how they came to this world... Hahaha!
"Recently, he seldom uses condoms, so, I may get pregnant at any time, and you'd better be prepared for that. It's your 3rd anniversary and also the last one."
After she made the video, she sent it.
Of course, she sent it to me, but too bad, I wouldn't be able to receive it, because my phone was not with me.
Antonio kept calling me, but no one picked up. He began to panic.
In the banquet hall, people dressed up nicely and were toasting each other.
Someone adorned with angelic wings entered the hall, carrying an exquisitely crafted box.
"Mr. Kaufman, this is a gift from your wife."
Antonio smiled, and he looked more relaxed now.
He took over the box and opened it with joy.
The camera followed in real-time, zooming in for a close-up of his distinctly knuckled hands. The box looked elegant and he looked extremely satisfied.
She loves you very much and the two of you make a perfect match. I would not mind if you turned our anniversary party into your engagement party with her.
Best wishes to you, Grace.
The banquet hall was in utter silence.
Not just the people in the presence. Silence fell on everyone watching, whether they were watching from the big screens on the high street or via phones and computers.
What was going on?
Did they break up? Wasn't this a perfect love story? Did he cheat on her? Wasn't he madly in love with his wife? Who was Helena?
Antonio stood frozen in place, on the verge of collapse.
At this time, my phone beeped and a message came in. Antonio subconsciously clicked on it.
A selfie video popped up on the large screen in the banquet room.
It was live-streaming!
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