From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent ( Anthea )
Chapter 189

Chapter 189

Anthea exuded a commanding presence as she faced the crowd below her and the multitude of cameras pointed at her. There was not a trace of stage fright on her face.

She was the epitome of cool composure,

Each step she took seemed to stir the air around her.

Even through the screen, people couldn’t help but feel a sense of awe.

[OMG, is that my Ann? She’s stunning! I’m literally crying right now…]

[Ann is so gorgeous!]

[Holy smokes! Ann’s got the A–factor!]

[Damn! She’s so pretty under the camera.]

[Totally in love! New fan here!]

[Clocking in for Ann!]

[My Ann is such a beauty!]

[So what if she’s pretty? Does being pretty mean she’s not a cheat? I don’t get why her crazy fans are freaking out!]

[Just wait for Ann to get served.]

[Let’s get this showdown started!]

[Who’s gonna get schooled remains to be seen, cheater!]

The host on stage watched Anthea with a blank expression.

She’d been in the game for six years and had seen countless streamers and celebs, but she’d never come across someone as strikingly beautiful.

And it wasn’t just her looks; Anthea’s charisma was off the charts.

Even as a woman herself, she couldn’t help but be utterly captivated.

[Haha, looks like our hostess is totally smitten with Ann’s beauty!]

[Super jealous of the host, getting to see our Ann up close…]

[The hostess has been utterly converted by Ann.]

After a while, the host managed to pull herself together and guided Anthea to sign her autograph, then brought her over to Rebecca. “Miss, let me introduce you to the Streamer of the Year, Becca. Do you remember your showdown with her?”

Anthea nodded slightly, “Of course, I remember.”

The host continued, “Then I wonder if we might be so lucky as to witness a rematch today? The audience seems quite eager.”

“I’m ready,” Anthea said, lifting her gaze. “Is Miss Becca up for it?”

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“I don’t mind at all,” Rebecca replied with a friendly smile.

But what she thought was, “Bitch! I’m going to crush you so badly. How dare you challenge met

The host gestured for them to follow, leading them to the chessboard already set up on stage.

They both sat cross–legged on cushions, facing the chessboard.

After a toss, Rebecca had the red pieces.

As per the rules of chess, red moves first.

Rebecca said, “I’ve been playing chess longer, so I’ll let Griffin take the first move.”

They say to act first is to gain the upper hand.

The same went for chess; the one who moves first has the advantage.

“Thank you,” Anthea said with a slight smile, confidently replying, “I appreciate the gesture, but there’s no need.”

[Such arrogance! That’s no way to talk to a senior!]

[Cheater, so full of herself!]

[Ann is just awesome!]

[We love you, Ann!]

[Our Ann doesn’t need any favors. That so–called ‘Best Streamer‘ is just putting on a show. Everyone knows having the first move is an advantage. If Ann plays first and wins, surely some shameless folks will say it was because she was let. Clearly, Miss M is a shameless schemer!]

[The analysis is spot on! Our Ann doesn’t need any favors. The schemer has no shame.]

[Go Rebecca! Crush the cheater!]

Rebecca replied, hearing the challenge, “Well then, I won’t hold back. Just don’t cry and throw a tantrum when you lose.”

This battle was to prove once and for all that Anthea was a cheater, to ensure she’d never recover. She was the one fit to stand alongside Mr. Christensen.

What was Anthea? Just a cheater who shunned the light.

Anthea lifted her eyes slightly, “The same goes for you. If you lose, you lose. Today’s match is fair and square, so stop looking for lame excuses! And if I win, I expect to hear an apology from Miss Becca regarding the previous cheating allegations.”

At her words, the host’s face was a picture of shock.

“Win against Rebecca? Griffin sure was confident!” the host thought.

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