When I was preparing our honeymoon suite, I found suspicious stains on the bed sheets while preparing our honeymoon suite. Someone else had been in our new marital bed! My mind went blank. I immediately video called my fiancé. Surprisingly, he picked up right away. “The new bed is very comfortable. I’ve tested it for you,” said a sultry female voice. It was Phoenix’s assistant, Lydia, who answered the call. The woman smiled seductively and arrogantly. Well, I guess I don’t want this man anymore. “Where’s Phoenix? Tell him to answer the phone,” I said, stunned for a few seconds before quickly regaining my composure. Lydia pretended to carefully examine my surroundings through the video. Then she smiled coyly, “Miss Cora, you’re in the honeymoon suite, aren’t you?” “The new bed is very comfortable. I’ve tested it for you,” she repeated. I felt like the ground had dropped out from under me, my mind going blank. I stared intently at the woman in the video, momentarily speechless. Lydia’s gaze swept over the bed sheets, her tone smug: “The groom is quite good too. I’ve tested him out for you as well.” By now, I could clearly see her surroundings – it was a hotel room. I forcefully suppressed my anger, trying to stay calm. I asked again, “Where is Phoenix?” Lydia deliberately glanced in a certain direction, then feigned reluctance: “Mr. Brown is working overtime, of course. He’s very busy.” Just then, I heard that familiar voice. “Lydia, come help me wash my back.” At that moment, I felt like I’d been paralyzed. My mouth opened and closed, but no words came out. “You just want to trick me into showering with you, you naughty boy,” Lydia said. As she spoke, she gave me a triumphant look, then abruptly ended the video call. I collapsed to the floor, all strength leaving my body. A tidal wave of anger and sorrow engulfed me. After I don’t know how long, I let out a bitter laugh and tossed the bed sheets into the trash. Tomorrow was supposed to be my wedding day with Phoenix. While I was busy preparing our honeymoon suite, he was busy taking a romantic bath with his female assistant. I knew Lydia wanted to ruin my wedding. She had succeeded. I sent Phoenix a message: “Phoenix, let’s break up. The wedding is off.” I wanted nothing to do with a tainted honeymoon suite or a tainted man. I looked at the decorative figurines on the table – a kissing bride and groom in traditional red wedding attire. I threw them in the trash too. I smashed our framed wedding photos hanging on the wall. I destroyed all the decorations I had carefully put up around the suite. I sent messages to friends and family canceling the wedding, then turned off my phone and went home. Once things quieted down, I forced myself not to think about all the years I’d spent with that dog of a man. I drank myself into a stupor, seeking oblivion in alcohol. The next morning, I was awakened by furious pounding on my door. Phoenix and his groomsmen were outside, all dressed up in suits and looking presentable. The roses Phoenix was holding were crushed and scattered. Seeing that I had clearly just woken up, he became enraged. “Cora! Are you out of your mind?!” he shouted. The ugly, contorted look on his face was almost comical. I couldn’t help but laugh. This laugh seemed to infuriate Phoenix even more. He violently threw the mangled bouquet to the ground, roaring, “Do you know today is our wedding day?!”
I rubbed my eyes, extremely irritated at having my hangover disturbed. My tone was equally harsh: “Didn’t I tell you the wedding’s off?! We’re breaking up, don’t you understand?!” Phoenix’s eyes were bloodshot, as if he was desperately trying to contain his anger. Finally, he squeezed his eyes shut and said through gritted teeth, “Get dressed and come with me right now. I’ll pretend nothing happened. I can forgive you this one time.” I don’t know how he got the impression I was some lovesick girl who couldn’t leave him. I had just taken our relationship seriously, and he assumed I couldn’t live without him! I glanced over the groomsmen behind him, who all looked like they were enjoying the show to some degree. “Phoenix! You’re the one who did something wrong. Do you want to discuss your relationship with Lydia right here?” I said coldly. “Get lost now! We’re over, understand?!” I shouted. Phoenix was stunned for a moment before his expression changed drastically. He no longer had his previous arrogant air. His eyes darted around as he avoided my gaze, but he didn’t leave. His tone softened. “You misunderstood. It’s my fault. I should have explained things to you earlier,” he said. “You can hit me or yell at me later if you want. Today is our wedding day, the most important day of our lives. All our family and friends are waiting for us. Please don’t make a scene. Just come with me, okay?” he pleaded. He shook his head and smiled bitterly, his expression earnest, as if I was the one being unreasonable. This man could change his tune so quickly. He was quite the smooth operator. I could see the groomsmen giving me disapproving looks. One of Phoenix’s close friends even tried to persuade me. “Come on, sis. Today’s not the day to throw a tantrum. You can do whatever you want after the wedding,” he said. Very well. If Phoenix wanted to force my hand, I’d play along. But whatever happened next would be on him. I nodded. “Fine. Wait here.” I quickly washed up and threw on a dress before heading out. Phoenix asked where I was going to do my makeup and change into my wedding dress, but I refused. His face darkened, but he couldn’t do anything about it. At the hotel, only Phoenix’s family and friends were there. Although my relatives and friends didn’t know exactly what had happened, they knew I had canceled the wedding. Seeing me arrive dressed so casually, the guests’ expressions became quite meaningful. Several aunties immediately started criticizing me. “How can you throw a tantrum over such an important event like your wedding? You’re so willful. Only Phoenix would put up with this. Anyone else would have left you by now.” “Exactly! All these guests are waiting here. If you didn’t want to get married, why did you wait until now?!” “Alright, alright. Cora’s here now, isn’t she?” Mrs. Brown interjected, taking my arm and leading me to sit at the main table. Her face showed no signs of displeasure. She even asked me, “You silly girl, we were so worried when we couldn’t reach you. Did Phoenix upset you? Tell us, and we’ll teach him a lesson.” Mr. Brown also chimed in gently, “That’s right, we’re on your side.” Phoenix’s parents had always been very good to me. Marrying into their family wouldn’t have involved any mother-in-law issues at all. Mrs. Brown was an especially considerate and tolerant woman, and Mr. Brown was a kind and generous man. But Phoenix had cheated. I could never forgive that, no matter what. I remained silent for a moment. Mrs. Brown probably thought I was still upset. She spoke earnestly, “Cora, listen to me. Go get your makeup done and change into your dress. I promise I’ll make Phoenix apologize to you later.” “Yes, don’t ruin this joyous day,” Mr. Brown agreed. I let out a long sigh. At that moment, I wanted to explain everything properly to Phoenix’s parents and resolve this peacefully. But someone’s arrival interrupted me. Lydia floated in wearing a flowing red chiffon dress, looking delicate and pretty. She smiled slightly, her gaze challenging as she looked at me. Her elaborate makeup contrasted sharply with my bare face. The rhythmic clicking of her high heels attracted everyone’s attention. “I hope I’m not late. Congratulations on your wedding, Miss Cora,” she said sweetly.
I smiled back. How lovely she looked in that red dress, just like the star of the wedding. Lydia casually walked over to the main table and sat down in the seat next to me that should have been Phoenix’s. As she bent to sit down, a flash of light at her neck caught my eye. I couldn’t help but look closer. I thought my heart had already turned to ice, but apparently it could freeze a few more degrees. It was a diamond ring, identical to my wedding ring. I had personally designed that style – there was only one in the whole world. Now it hung around the neck of this homewrecker. If my wedding had gone ahead as planned, I don’t know what kind of ring Phoenix would have given me. But whether he found a random replacement or took it off his assistant’s neck, it was utterly disgusting. I guess I still couldn’t help feeling angry. I dug my nails into my palms, trying not to lose my composure. Just then, Phoenix walked in with the officiant. “Isn’t the bride wearing a wedding dress? A red dress is fine too, very pretty,” the officiant said approvingly. He clearly thought Lydia, in her red dress and full makeup, was the pouting bride. Lydia glanced at me, then acted embarrassed. “Oh no, I’m not the bride today. Please don’t be upset, Miss Cora,” she said, waving her hands. Phoenix strode over, looking furious. He demanded, “Why haven’t you gone to do your makeup and change? Do you not care about our wedding at all?!” He reached out to grab me. Mrs. Brown quickly intervened, scolding Phoenix, “Phoenix, watch your tone! There’s no need to be so harsh.” Lydia chimed in, “That’s right, Miss Cora is just being a little willful. Mr. Brown, you should coax her. Don’t let it ruin the wedding.” Phoenix got even angrier, clearly frustrated in front of all the guests. He pointed at me and said, “Cora, your tantrums have limits. Go change right now!” Lydia stood up and patted Phoenix’s arm soothingly. “Don’t be angry. I’ll help you greet the guests and apologize while Miss Cora gets ready.” “Why don’t you just finish the whole wedding for him while you’re at it,” I said coldly. I was done pretending everything was fine. Clearly there was no way to resolve this calmly today. I made a snap decision and announced loudly, “I’m sorry everyone had to see this farce. Please enjoy the food and drinks, but Phoenix and I are officially breaking up as of today. You’re all witnesses.” “How long are you going to keep this up?!” Phoenix glared at me furiously. Lydia looked very anxious and even stamped her foot. Her high heel made a crisp sound against the floor. “Miss Cora, please don’t misunderstand. I just meant I’d help greet the guests. I didn’t mean anything else,” she said. She was quite the experienced manipulator. I crossed my arms and coldly watched her performance. “You’re not just greeting guests for me. Didn’t you consummate the marriage for me too?” I said. Lydia seemed very pleased with my reaction. A flash of smug triumph crossed her eyes before she quickly put on an expression of utter wronged innocence. “Miss Cora, you really misunderstand me,” she said. Slap! The little vixen was quite the actress, but I had no interest in playing along with her act.
“Cora, have you gone crazy?!” Phoenix panicked. He quickly pulled Lydia into his arms, holding her protectively. Lydia also seemed shocked that I would actually hit her. Her big eyes filled with tears that threatened to spill over. She buried her face in Phoenix’s chest and rubbed it back and forth pitifully, finally managing to smear some tears onto his clothes. I don’t know if it was the heat of his mistress’s tears that set him off, but Phoenix looked at me like he wanted to eat me alive. “Cora, you’re nothing but a shrew! Look at yourself – how could you possibly compare to…” “Enough, Phoenix!” Mr. Brown cut him off mid-sentence, grabbing Phoenix’s arm. Mrs. Brown also reacted quickly, pulling Lydia out of Phoenix’s embrace. “Miss Ye, this is a family matter. It’s not appropriate for you to be involved. Please leave,” Mrs. Brown said firmly. Lydia glanced at Phoenix, then raised her chin defiantly at me. In the end, she left without another word, her high heels clicking loudly. But Phoenix wasn’t done. “Are you happy now, ruining our wedding day like this?! No man but me would marry a psycho like you!” he shouted. “Phoenix, be quiet!” Mrs. Brown hurried to intervene, moving to restrain Phoenix. But he shook her off roughly. “Mom, stay out of this. We’re not getting married today. I need to teach this woman a lesson,” he snarled. What a coincidence – I wanted to teach him a lesson too! I slammed my hand on the table and shouted back, “You’re right, we’re not getting married. But I’m the one who’s going to teach YOU a lesson!” I ignored everyone’s reactions and walked over to the officiant standing by the big screen. The poor man was so uncomfortable he didn’t know what to say. He instinctively stepped aside, blinking rapidly as he asked, “Miss… Miss Cora, what do you need?” I ignored him and went straight to the computer connected to the big screen. I logged into SnapChat, uploaded a video, and hit play. Suddenly Lydia’s smug face filled the entire screen. Her taunting voice echoed through the hall. “The groom is quite good too. I’ve tested him out for you as well.” “Where is Phoenix?” “Mr. Brown is working overtime, of course. He’s very busy.” “Lydia, come help me wash my back.” “You just want to trick me into showering with you, you naughty boy.” Even after Lydia’s triumphant face disappeared from the screen, the room remained deathly silent for several long seconds. Slap! “You worthless scum!” Mr. Brown put all his strength into that slap. Afterwards, he seemed to deflate, his shoulders sagging. My heart ached a bit too. I realized I wouldn’t be able to maintain my relationship with Phoenix’s parents after all. “Phoenix, the one who betrayed this marriage wasn’t me. It was you – the bastard who fooled around with his mistress in our marital bed!” I said coldly. “Do I need to spell out what those stains on the bed were? You sure know how to have fun!” I spat.
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