Chapter 271 Catching them in the act?
Carter grinned and waved at the fans as security and bodyguards cleared a path for him. He strolled into the venue, taking his sweet time.
The guy was tall and built like a Greek god. Even without makeup, his face was ridiculously handsome, with those red lips and pearly whites that had everyone swooning.
The fans were losing their minds seeing him up close. It was almost chaos.
Dean stood next to Elizabeth, shaking his head in awe. "Gotta admit, this dude is seriously good-looking," he said.
Elizabeth shot back, "Dean, you're good-looking too. Don't sell yourself short."
Dean pretended to be shy and called out, "Oh, stop it."
But Elizabeth had already noticed Carter's outfit. His clothes matched her dress perfectly, making them look like they were wearing couple's outfits.
And that necklace he was rocking? It was the match to the one he had given her!
He was a big star! Wasn't he worried about rumors by standing so close to her?
Elizabeth thought, 'After all, I'm already a mom of two. I'm not scared of anything. But Carter is still young and has a bright future ahead.'
She couldn't figure out what Carter was up to. What was he trying to say?
While Elizabeth was still lost in thought, Carter walked up to her. He smiled and said, "Elizabeth, I'm here."
Cameras flashed like crazy as reporters swarmed in, making Elizabeth feel a bit uneasy.
Carter seemed to notice and gently hooked her arm into his.
Elizabeth looked at him, stunned.
What was he doing? Wasn't this high-profile enough? Wasn't he worried about rumors and losing fans?
But Carter escorted Elizabeth to the front of the stage, and the ceremony kicked off.
Elizabeth glanced at Carter under the spotlight. He was looking at her too, his eyes shining like they were full of stars.
She thought, 'He really belongs in the spotlight. The stage, the cameras, the fans—they're all his.'
In the hospital room, Michael was leaning against the raised head of the bed.
On the laptop on the bedside table, a live broadcast was playing.
Matthew and Daniel walked in. Matthew greeted Michael, "Hey Michael, how you feeling today? Better? Why aren't you resting? Why are you sitting up?"
But Michael ignored him, so Matthew walked over to see what had Michael so hooked.
The young man and woman on the screen immediately caught Michael's attention.
Matthew teased with a grin, "Michael, Elizabeth still looks amazing! Who's that next to her? A star? He's pretty handsome."
Suddenly, his smile vanished as he felt a cold, merciless stare.
Matthew quickly changed his tune, "He looks like a weakling, all show and no substance, a gigolo. Has Elizabeth's taste dropped? Is she into guys like that now?"
But Michael still glared at him coldly.
Seeing this, Matthew couldn't take it anymore and said, "Michael, are you torturing yourself? Things are over with Elizabeth. Why are you still watching her live broadcast? Are you looking for trouble?"
Michael's face was blank as he said, "System recommendation. The viewership is too high."
Matthew pretended to get it and said, "Got it."
He thought to himself, 'Yeah, right! Only a fool would buy that! Clearly, he can't get over Elizabeth. So stubborn.'
He sat down and started peeling an apple for Michael, who kept his eyes glued to the live broadcast. Michael couldn't tear his gaze away from the way Elizabeth looked at Carter.
Even though the camera was a bit far, he could still see the sparkle in her eyes when she looked at Carter. She stood on the stage, practically glowing, but the guy next to her was a total eyesore.
Under the blanket, Michael's hand quietly clenched into a fist.
Logically, Elizabeth had caused the death of his child and was connected to his mother's death. He should hate her.
But how could he hate her?
If human emotions were that easy to control, if he could just stop loving her whenever he wanted, why would he be in such pain?
Michael frowned deeply, staring at Elizabeth on the screen.
Why was she wearing matching outfits and necklaces with Carter?
In just a few days, had she fallen for another man?
Was it because this guy was younger and more handsome?
Michael's mood was in the gutter.
Over at FutureTech Robotics Group, Jennifer was also watching the live broadcast.
She looked at the triumphant Elizabeth on the screen, filled with rage.
Why? Patricia, her only daughter, had left this world so young. But Elizabeth was still alive and even thriving!
Jennifer's eyes narrowed, her gaze filled with venom. She looked at Elizabeth with intense hatred, wishing she could tear her apart.
Hatred made her tremble. She gritted her teeth and said, "Elizabeth, just wait, I'll make sure you die soon!"
She threw a glass of red wine at Elizabeth's smiling face on the screen, and the screen went black.
Calla was also watching the live broadcast, and she was equally furious.
She exclaimed, "Elizabeth, why do all the great guys like you? You've had your share of disgraceful moments too! Why?"
Just then, her phone rang; it was Jennifer calling.
Calla answered, her emotions still raw. "What is it?"
Jennifer was surprised by Calla's harsh tone and paused for a moment. "Calla, it's me. Did you see Elizabeth and Carter's signing ceremony? It was a live broadcast."
Calla's tone remained cold. "I'm watching it."
Jennifer asked, "What do you think?"
Hearing this, Calla sneered.
It seemed she wasn't the only one unhappy watching this live broadcast; Jennifer was probably even more upset.
'That's how people are. No matter how much pain you're in, seeing someone in more pain makes you feel a little better.' Thinking of this, Calla instantly felt a bit better.
Calla chuckled, "Ms. Johnson, I saw a handsome guy and a beautiful girl, quite a match."
Jennifer seemed to be grinding her teeth and said, "Calla, do you really think that? You don't hate Elizabeth anymore? You're planning to forgive her?"
Calla immediately stopped smiling and said, "How could I! I'll never forgive her! Even though I've broken up with Michael, I'll never forget the humiliation I suffered! It's all because of that shameless Elizabeth! I'll take back everything she made me lose! I won't let her have a good time!"
Jennifer was satisfied and said, "Calla, I knew it. We're on the same boat."
Meanwhile, the live broadcast comments were filled with speculation about Elizabeth and Carter being together.
A new trending hashtag appeared: #Carter Subtly Announces Relationship
In the hospital room, Michael's face grew darker and darker.
Finally, he called over the bodyguard. Matthew and Daniel, puzzled, asked, "Michael, what's wrong?" Michael's eyes burned with anger as he said, "Take me to the venue."
Matthew and Daniel exchanged a glance, thinking, 'Is he going to catch them in the act?'
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