"Angela, what are you doing?" shouted Al Vino from a distance, having approached the table where Angela was sitting with another man. His hand was still holding the small box containing the diamond necklace.
Angela, who was surprised to hear Al's voice, immediately stood up and looked at him with a confused expression on her face.
"Al, when did you go home? Why are you here?" she said with a trembling voice.
"I've been here long enough to see everything, Angela," Al said in a voice filled with emotion.
Al had previously known that his girlfriend was a traitor. When Al was in Italy, he received a F******k link from his best friend.
When Al clicked on the link sent by his best friend, he immediately opened the F******k page. He saw a video uploaded by an anonymous account.
In the video, Angela is seen closing her eyes, enjoying the touch given by the man whose back is only visible.
Al closed his eyes, catching his breath first.
"I came home for you, bringing this." Al opened the diamond necklace box and showed it to Angela.
Angela's eyes widened at the sparkle of the diamonds.
"I worked hard in Italy; every drop of my sweat was for our future, for our child. And what do I find here? You with another man?"
The man sitting with Angela smiled and grinned. Then he put his arm around her waist.
"Honey, now let me ask you a question. Your boyfriend is back, so do you choose him or me?"
Angela smiled at the man whose hands were still around her waist.
"Oh, Crish. Of course, I choose you, darling. You're more perfect than he is!" Angela pointed sarcastically at Al. "He... he's just a trashy guy!" Angela said, smiling sarcastically at Al.
"Haha... trash?" Crish smiled mockingly.
"Yes, Crish. He's just a construction worker. He'll never be able to give you what you can. Al Vino is just trash! Trash that should be thrown into the garbage can! Hahaha..."
Al clenched his fists, his breathing ragged. His heart really hurt like a thorn.
Everyone in the café was watching the argument. They even mocked and laughed at Al.
"Bastard!" cursed Al. His hand immediately tugged at the collar of the man who was Angela's lover, but Crish brushed Al's hand away roughly.
Al's heart skipped a beat. Anger was starting to get the better of him.
"Never mind, Al! Just accept reality. You're just a poor man, and you mean nothing to me. Do you think you can marry me with the money you earned as a construction worker in Italy? Dream on, Al!" Angela was getting more and more satisfied taunting Al in front of Crish and the patrons who filled the café.
"And this necklace..." Angela snatched the jewelry box from Al's hand. "This necklace must be fake! It can't be a diamond necklace." Angela threw the necklace right into Al's face.
Al's breath caught again, but he was still trying to control his anger.
"You're a bad woman, Angela! You're forgetting everything I've given you!" Al yells, his hands clenching into fists and hitting the table very roughly.
Six months ago, when Angela told him she was pregnant, Al was so happy that he was going to be a father, even though Angela's pregnancy occurred before their marriage.
Angela always gave him warmth, and Al also always provided his girlfriend with luxuries. He worked hard to fulfill Angela's wishes, which often came at fantastic prices.
Angela's appearance used to be simple. Al gave his lover capital to enhance her looks, so Angela's appearance became fashionable, beautiful, and sexy.
When Angela was positively pregnant, Al wanted to marry her and make a wedding party according to Angela's wishes. He had the courage to migrate to Italy, a very foreign country, even though he worked only as a construction worker. However, the opportunity to earn money there was very easy.
Al's feelings were completely shattered after he learned that the child Angela was carrying was most likely not his flesh and blood.
Everything he had worked for all this time, all his sweat and hard work, had been in vain.
Even though Al was only a construction worker, he always worked desperately to please his girlfriend.
"A poor man like you is no match for me, Al," Angela said sarcastically.
Al still chose to remain silent.
"You heard, right, Al Vino Chandra!" said Crish, the man smiling mischievously again. "Trash men like you are no match for Angela!" Then Crish kissed Angela on the lips right in front of Al.
Al could no longer contain his anger. His body trembled with emotion. He clenched his fist and, with all his might, threw a punch right into Crish's face.
Crish, who was not expecting Al's impromptu attack, staggered backward, hitting the table. The laughter that had previously graced his face disappeared instantly. Now Crish's face was red with anger.
"You idiot!" Crish spat blood from his busted lip. "You think you can beat me?" shouted Crish, who immediately got up.
However, before Al could continue his attack, two of Crish's large bodyguards arrived. They quickly blocked Al and attacked him mercilessly.
Al tried to fight back, but his tired body made it difficult for him to hold on. One hard punch landed on his stomach, making him fold in pain. Another kick slammed into his ribs, sending him crashing to the floor.
The crowd at the café started screaming.
The café manager, a middle-aged man, immediately ran over to try to stop the fight.
"Enough! Stop it! This is no place for fighting!" the café manager shouted.
Crish's bodyguards finally retreated, leaving Al lying on the floor with a bloody face. Angela and Crish smiled with satisfaction at the sight of Al's badly injured condition.
Angela approached Al, looking at him with a cold stare. "You're really pathetic, Al. You think you can fight my girlfriend with your bare hands?" Angela smiled mockingly.
"Listen! You're just a poor guy who dreams too high."
Al looked up, fixing Angela with an angry glare. "You're... You're a monster, Angela. I love you, and this is what I get in return?" Al shouted.
Angela just smiled sarcastically. "Never mind, Al! No need to ask me for anything in return!" Angela tapped Al on the shoulder. "Goodbye, poor guy!" she said in a condescending tone before turning around and walking out with Crish.
The café manager tried to help Al to his feet. "You've made a scene here! Then you'd better leave immediately."
Al stood up with difficulty, his breathing still labored. He clutched his injured side, enduring the excruciating pain. "I'll go," he replied hoarsely.
But Al would never forget what they did to him. Al was determined to avenge all the bad treatment he had received from Angela and Crish.
With hobbling steps, Al left the café. Every step he took was heavy, not only because of the physical pain but also because of the emotional weight that was crushing him.
When he got to the parking lot, he saw that Angela and Crish were still there. Al ventured over to them.
"Angela!" called Al. He tried to smile in front of the traitorous woman.
"What else, poor guy?" Angela's eyeballs rolled in disgust.
"We're breaking up, remember! I broke us up, not you, monster woman! And one more thing, I'll prove to you that I'm not a trashy guy!" Al said with a serious look.
Angela and Crish laughed mockingly.
"How can you prove it, Al? You're obviously a poor man with nothing! Huh, you trashy guy! You're just a construction worker," Angela shook her head, doubting Al's words.
"You'll see! You'll regret it!"
"I'll prove that I'm not a trash man, Angela!" Al whispered, standing in front of the mirror. He looked at himself in the reflection while adjusting his tie.Al Vino still hasn't accepted the humiliation he experienced yesterday from Angela and Crish. However, the more he was insulted, the more eager he became to prove that he could work in a big company, no longer being a construction worker."This diamond necklace is real, Angela, not fake. These diamonds are not the result of my hard work as a construction worker! This necklace was left to me by my mother. My late mother asked me to give this necklace to the right woman. And it turns out... you're not the right woman, Angela; you're a monster."Al clenched the hand that held the diamond necklace, then put it back in the jewelry box.He glanced at the business management degree certificate lying on the table. Today, he planned to change his fate.With steady steps, Al walked out to the bus stop. Today he planned to apply for a job a
Today is Al Vino's seventh day of looking for a job. He didn't give up even though every time he applied, all he got was a rejection.Even so, he will try to get a decent job so that he is no longer humiliated.Before leaving, Al checked the list of companies he was going to. One of them was a company owned by his college friend.Al thought that most likely, his friend would give him a job, considering that Al's relationship with his college friend was quite close."Jefri Sbastian, he will definitely help me," Al whispered; he was so sure of his words.Arriving at the company building, Al was very confident. He met the receptionist, and soon after, Al was invited into his room by Jefri."Hey, Al! Long time no see," Jefri greeted him with a big smile, although there was a slightly sardonic glint in his eye. "How are you? It's been a long time since we met.""My news is good, Jef. I came here to ask you for a favor. I wonder if you can get me a job in your company," Al said with a small
"Who are you?" The man turned to Al with a sharp gaze. "Don't ever interfere; this is my business with my future wife!" he snapped angrily."He's not a stranger!" the woman said after turning to Al. "He's my lover, my future husband!" she shouted sassily.Al was immediately dumbfounded when he heard the confession from the beautiful Chinese woman. Even the man who was her future husband was equally surprised."What do you mean, Alessandria Cassandra Lee?" the man asked. "I am your lover! I am your future husband! And today, we are getting married!" the man shouted.This debate was witnessed by Cassandra's extended family and the man named Jerry. Even friends and work relatives were also here because they were also chasing the bride who suddenly ran away.Cassandra took a deep breath; she smiled slyly at Jerry."Unfortunately, today I will only marry the man I love, and that man is not you, traitor!" Cassandra said.Jerry looked angry. "Cassandra, you're crazy! What drama have you crea
"Ah... never mind, I'd better go to Angela's house. I have to get that necklace," Al said.Al walked hurriedly; he decided to visit Angela's house.Al really regretted that he had rejected the offer from Alessandria Cassandra Lee, a CEO who turned out to have abundant wealth. Plus, Cassandra lives alone and already has no parents, like Al."If I accept Miss Cassie's offer, maybe I can.... " Al paused his steps for a moment, then he took a deep breath. "Ah... it's really embarrassing if I now come over there and agree to her request. Where is my pride as a man?" Al continued to mutter.Al arrived in front of Angela's house. Immediately, Al knocked on Angela's door."Angela!" Al shouted, "Open the door!" He banged roughly on the door.Soon, the door opened, and Angela appeared with a lazy smile. "Oh, it was you who knocked on the door, Al? Huh, you have no education. You have no manners at all. Why did you come to my house?" asked Angela sarcastically."Where's my necklace, Angela? I di
Al swallowed hard, feeling that the opportunity he thought was in front of him was now gone. He decided to leave. He wasn't going to ask Cassandra for help."Opportunity doesn't come twice, Al," he whispered with a chuckle, laughing at himself."It hasn't even been a day yet, but it's already gone! I recognize," Al whispered.Al continued to walk; he began to feel that the world was no longer in his favor.After experiencing betrayal from his lover, he faced humiliation too. Even now, there is no company that wants to accept him. Only rejection is what he often gets."I've lost Angela, and I've lost a good opportunity with Miss Cassie. Now I've lost my mother's diamond necklace. This is so unfair to me!"Al ruffled his hair roughly. His steps were heavy, but he tried to stay firmly on his feet.Al returns to his small apartment, a place that was a silent witness to the relationship he had with Angela, which should not have happened before marriage.When Al has the money, he intends to
"What do you think, Al?" Cassandra asked Al once again; the woman seemed impatient to hear Al Vino's decision.Al was still silent, as if he were considering the offer given by Cassandra.After thinking for a while, Al nodded in agreement. "Alright!" said Al.Cassandra smiled with satisfaction. "Good. Now come with me to the mansion; there are some things we need to discuss before we go to the party," Cassandra said.Once again, Al just nodded obediently to Cassandra's orders. Al thought that maybe this was a great opportunity for him.Al confidently continued to follow Cassandra's steps toward her parked car.Arriving at the mansion, Cassandra immediately took Al to her study.Al could only stare in awe at the design of this room."Sit down, Al!" Cassandra ordered. Hesitant, Al sat down on the soft sofa. He looked very tense. "Al, I've been looking into you for a month now," Cassandra said in a serious tone. "In fact, I know everything, including your past and your family. I even k
Al Vino could only hold himself together, trying to remain calm despite the anger and shame gnawing at him from within. On the other hand, Cassandra was still smiling coldly, her eyes keenly observing the people around her.Al grasped Cassandra's hand tighter, a sign that he was ready to face whatever was coming. Cassandra also felt Al's hand, and she grasped back tighter as a sign of support. Then, Cassandra took a step forward, drawing the attention of everyone at the party. "Well, if you all don't believe me, how about we prove it?" Cassandra said firmly. "You know how valuable this diamond necklace is, right?" Cassandra held up the diamond necklace Al Vino was wearing, displaying its mesmerizing sparkle.All the guests at the party immediately fell silent, their gazes riveted on the necklace held by Cassandra. The diamond necklace was one of the most famous and desired treasures by many collectors. Few people knew about the origin of the necklace, but they all knew that only very
Al held the steering wheel calmly, while Cassie sat next to him, staring out the window blankly. "How are you feeling now, Miss Cassie?" asked Al, trying to break the silence.Cassie smiled slightly, then nodded slowly. "Fine, just a little dizzy, but I'm fine," she replied, although in her heart she knew that the dizziness was more than just normal tiredness."If you're not feeling well, we can postpone the wedding today," Al suggested, a little worried about Cassie's condition."No," Cassie shook her head firmly. "I'm fine, Al. Besides, we're here." She pointed towards the registry building that was coming into view in front of them.Al was silent for a moment, looking at Cassie who looked so excited, probably because Cassie wanted to prove to her ex-fiancé that she already had a partner. "Alright, if that's what you want."Al and Cassie arrived at the registry building and walked in together. The room was small and simple, decorated with only a few flowers and chairs. The registra