From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent ( Anthea )
Chapter 368

Chapter 368

Annie couldn't resist her Uncle Nathan's request and simply let him have his way.

From 9:30 to 11:30 in the morning, it was the comprehensive science exam. Then from 3:00 to 5:00 in the afternoon, it was the English test. To avoid bumping into Blythe, Caroline had opted for a different spot to wait for Annie today.

Finishing the last exam meant one thing: high school was truly over. As the students emerged from the examination halls, their faces were a mix of relief and a hint of unease. High school's end marked the end of their youth as well.

"Mom, Uncle!" Annie jogged out of the exam hall.

"Annie!" Nathan went straight for the usual question, "How did you do today?"

Grinning, Annie responded, "Pretty good, I think I might just snag the top spot in the city."

"Really? You serious?" Nathan was incredulously hopeful. Top of the city! Valedictorian! That's not something you claim lightly. It sounded a bit far- fetched!

Annie nodded confidently, "I've got a good feeling about it."

Laughing, Caroline added, "Alright, let's head home. To celebrate Annie wrapping up her exams, we're going out for a feast tonight!"

Since Caroline and Nathan hadn't experienced French cuisine before, Annie found a highly rated French restaurant online with a great ambiance. After their meal, Nathan chuckled and said, "The food was great, though the portions were kinda small. Twenty-one courses and I barely got a taste before it was all gone."

Caroline nodded, "The portions are indeed small, but places like these are more about the service and atmosphere. The quantity and taste of the food come second."

"You're right, Mom," Annie said. "France is famous for its romance; it's a perfect spot for couples to dine. So, Uncle, you better step up your game!" Nathan played along with a laugh, "Just you wait, by the end of the year, I'll bring you a new aunt."

Annie waved her phone, "I've got that on record, Uncle. We'll be waiting for you to bring back an aunt by year's end."

After the French dinner and a trip back home, it was past nine. After a shower, Annie started her live stream. Having not seen Annie for two days, her fans were ecstatic.

[Ah! Annie's back!]

[How did Annie do on her exams?]

"Don't worry, I won't disappoint you."

[User: ThorHammerStriker, sends a sports car!]

[User: Pupper, sends a sports car!]

What followed was a barrage of fireworks, smoke bombs, and gifts. Annie logged into her gaming account leisurely, "Let's start tonight's stream with some chess, then we'll move on to League of Legends."

No sooner had she announced her plan than a challenge popped up on her screen.

[Leisure Hermit has sent you a challenge.]

Before Annie could even respond, the chat went wild.

[He's here! The jinx is here with a death wish!]

[This jinx sure is persistent.]

[I actually enjoy watching the jinx play against Annie. He might be the only one who can really give our streamer a run for her money.]

[I'm shipping them so hard.]

[This ship, I'm totally on board!]

On the other side of the screen,

Sherman was focused on his chess game, occasionally glancing at his phone which displayed Annie's live stream. Disliking how the chat, covered the screen, he turned off the chat function, unaware of his new nickname or the shipping frenzy he and Annie had ignited.

Fifteen minutes later, the game concluded. Unsurprisingly, he lost. Sherman narrowed his eyes, still unable to decipher her playing style after all this time. Even with just a pawn left, she could turn defeat into victory. Every game with her was a fresh experience.

Picking up his phone, Sherman sent a gift.

[User: RealTimeFlow202106080126 sends 50 Beauty Unparalleled!]

A fairy in a rainbow dress, riding a cloud, slowly flew across the screen. Due to its high cost, the gift was broadcast across the platform, visible to everyone streaming at that moment, regardless of the channel they were on. Priced at $50,000 each.

As soon as the gift was sent, the chat exploded, [Holy cow! That's a big spender!]

[This is a real whale!]

[Mr. Moneybags, adopt me!]

[A million dollars, right?]

[Are you dumb? That's two and a half million!]

Before the shock could settle, another wave of gifts arrived.

[User: RealTimeFlow202106080126 sends 50 Beauty Unparalleled!]

[This is a true big shot!]

[Came from the next door stream just to see this whale.]

[Me too! I'm here for the spectacle of five million.]

[What a coincidence, me too!]

The number of viewers in the stream skyrocketed from 120,000 to 130,000, then 140,000, and finally 150,000.

Oblivious to the chaos in the chat, Sherman was unaware that his casual act of generosity had stunned the entire platform, boosting his account's followers significantly.