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Estella and Selene discuss the challenges even wealthy people face in choosing whom they love, with Selene noting the responsibility shown by a grandson who avoids marriage rather than deceiving someone. Meanwhile, Jonathan, mistakenly involved in gossip, sneezes and is soon visited by Lana, who updates him on a case and mentions Estella’s role as a judge in a music competition. She invites him to attend the final round, which he agrees to, though Lana warns him about watching Estella’s livestream too much.

Jonathan reluctantly watches Estella’s livestream and feels a pang of jealousy as fans openly declare their love for her. Despite this, he sends expensive gifts to support her, sparking a rivalry with Nathaniel, another wealthy viewer. Their gift-giving turns the livestream into a competitive spectacle, much to the amusement of the audience and the delight of the event’s piano manufacturer sponsor. At the end of the competition, Estella receives a piano as a prize, and Jonathan returns to work after sending his final gift.

Later, Lana teases Jonathan about an account on the livestream that spent over a million, resembling his WhatsApp profile picture, but he denies involvement, maintaining his serious demeanor. After the event, Estella encounters Kevin, who is out of money for food again. She begrudgingly buys him a burger, reminding him of his past disrespect and his recent realization of how hard it is to earn money without his father’s support. Kevin apologizes, but Estella remains cold and cynical about his newfound understanding.

220 Clash in the Livestream

Estella shook her head, letting out a soft sigh of resignation.

“Finished,” she murmured.

“It seems even the wealthy don’t always get their way,” Selene commented with a hint of irony. “They don’t even have the freedom to like whoever they want, not even men.”

Selene chuckled lightly. “At least the grandson is responsible. It’s better to avoid marriage altogether than to deceive someone into it, right?”

Estella nodded in agreement. “You’re right about that.”

Meanwhile, Jonathan—the man who had been mistakenly dragged into the gossip—couldn’t help but sneeze suddenly.

Just then, a gentle knock came at his door.

Jonathan quickly grabbed a tissue, wiped his nose, and called out, “Come in.”

Lana stepped inside, noticing the tissue in his hand. Curiosity flickered in her eyes as she asked, “Boss, are you coming down with a cold?”

Jonathan tossed the tissue into the trash bin and shook his head. “No, I’m fine. What’s up?”

Handing over a file, Lana said, “This is about Mr. Xavier’s case. I’ve almost wrapped up the follow-up. Oh, and another thing—Estella has been serving as a judge in a music competition. We’re planning to attend the final round, bring some flowers, take pictures. Would you like to come?”

Jonathan had been so caught up in work lately that he hadn’t kept track of Estella’s judging duties.

He nodded thoughtfully. “Alright. I’ll make time. Just remind me when the day comes.”

Lana had expected this response—Jonathan always made time for Estella’s matters. She smiled warmly. “Sure, I’ll remind you. But boss, try not to watch Estella’s livestream too much. I’m worried it might bother you.”

Jonathan frowned slightly. “Why wouldn’t I watch her livestream?”

Lana grinned mischievously. “Don’t believe me? Check it out yourself.”

Prompted by her words, Jonathan opened Estella’s livestream during work hours.

The competition had just begun, and several viewers were already flooding the chat with gifts, showering her with support.

The comment section was filled with hearts and affectionate messages.

Strangers were openly declaring their love for her, many even calling her “wife.”

For the first time, Jonathan felt a sharp pang of jealousy stabbing at him from all sides.

With a conflicted expression, he shut the livestream down.

Yet, just a few minutes later, he found himself opening it again. This time, he muted the comments and focused solely on her face.

As he watched, a small smile slowly curved his lips.

The woman he cared for was truly breathtaking.

Almost as if in defiance, he began sending expensive gifts through the stream.

At the same time, Nathaniel was watching too.

Up until now, his account had been the top contributor.

But suddenly, a new account appeared, showering even more lavish gifts, pushing Nathaniel down to second place.

Refusing to be outdone, Nathaniel threw in more gifts.

Jonathan matched him gift for gift.

Soon, the livestream turned into a fierce battleground between the two men.

The audience watched with delight, amused by the unexpected rivalry.

“Wow, rich guys really do spend big on pretty women these days!” one user commented.

Another warned, “Ladies, keep an eye on your husbands, or they might be out here blowing money like this.”

The main sponsor of the competition was a respected, long-established piano manufacturer.

Seeing the surge in livestream viewers, they were thrilled.

Normally, this event didn’t generate much profit—but thanks to the battle between two wealthy supporters, the earnings far exceeded expectations.

At the competition’s conclusion, the organizers gifted Estella a beautiful piano.

She was surprised but smiled graciously as she accepted it.

Jonathan had just finished sending his last gift when a client’s message popped up, pulling him back to work. He closed the stream and immersed himself in his tasks.

Later that evening, Lana caught up with him by the elevators, barely able to contain her laughter.

“Boss, I watched Estella’s stream too. There was an account whose profile picture looked a lot like your WhatsApp photo. That ID spent over a million. That wasn’t you, was it?”

Jonathan replied calmly, his voice steady. “Of course not. I wouldn’t waste time on something so frivolous.”

Lana thought it over. True, her boss was always serious—he wouldn’t throw away that kind of money just to compete for first place.

After the event, Estella was about to call a cab when she spotted Kevin again.

Like a puppy spotting a bone, he trotted right over.

“Out of money for food again?” she asked dryly.

Kevin nodded sheepishly.

Estella sighed and led him to a nearby food stall.

She ordered a ten-dollar burger.

Kevin gawked in surprise. “Last time you at least bought me meat. Now it’s just a burger?”

Estella rolled her eyes. “After the way you disgusted me last time, you’re lucky I didn’t hit you again. And I’m still buying you food, even if it’s just a burger. What more do you want, you shameless man?”

Kevin had no choice but to eat.

After finishing, he muttered quietly, “I really did treat you badly before. I’m sorry. But since I’ve been trying to earn my own money lately, I realized—it’s actually really hard to make.”

Estella let out a cold laugh. “You’re only just figuring that out? Without your father supporting you, you wouldn’t even have food to eat.”

This chapter delicately explores the complex emotions woven through Estella’s public and private worlds. The tension between appearance and reality, especially in the livestream battle, reveals the undercurrents of jealousy, admiration, and rivalry that shape the characters’ interactions. Jonathan’s conflicted feelings and quiet gestures of support highlight his deep, if restrained, affection for Estella, while the playful yet tense exchanges underscore the challenges of navigating love and pride amidst public scrutiny.

Meanwhile, Estella’s encounter with Kevin grounds the story in a rawer, more personal reality, contrasting sharply with the glamorous livestream spectacle. Her sharp rebuke and Kevin’s reluctant acknowledgment of hardship emphasize themes of accountability and growth, reminding us that beneath the surface glamour lie struggles and truths that shape who they are. Together, these moments leave a lingering sense of emotional complexity, hinting at the evolving dynamics that will continue to unfold.

The next chapter promises to delve deeper into the tangled emotions swirling around Estella and the men vying for her attention. As the livestream rivalry escalates, Jonathan’s unexpected jealousy and Nathaniel’s competitive streak hint at underlying tensions that could soon surface in more direct confrontations. Estella’s poised yet guarded demeanor might be tested as she navigates this delicate balance between admiration and intrusion, raising questions about where her true loyalties and feelings lie.

Meanwhile, Kevin’s renewed presence adds another layer of complexity, stirring memories and unresolved conflicts. His newfound awareness of hardship contrasts sharply with Estella’s cold pragmatism, setting the stage for a potentially volatile encounter. The dynamics between these characters are poised to shift, and the next chapter will likely explore how past grievances and present challenges collide, testing bonds and revealing hidden facets of their personalities. Readers can anticipate a blend of emotional intensity and subtle power plays that will keep them eagerly turning the pages.

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