After a wealthy woman went bankrupt, her live-in husband became her sugar daddy.

Seeing my humble attitude, Ouou softened her tone and continued to brush me off, saying, "Alright, alright, money is a small matter. As long as you do a good job with the live stream, we won't shortchange you."

Having said all that, I couldn't ask any more questions.

When I tried to connect live again, I unsurprisingly lost miserably.

Seeing that I was far behind, Ou Ou made a demand with a straight face: "Gu Mo, you lost the PK, you have to accept the punishment."

I thought Ouou wanted to create some livestream entertainment, so I readily agreed.

The next second, Ou Ou said maliciously, "Go downstairs now and livestream yourself climbing a tree. As you climb, keep shouting that you're no match for Ou Ou."

Upon hearing the punishment, I had a bad feeling.

It's peak time for outdoor crowds right now.

If I were really asked to climb a tree and shout these things, I would be utterly humiliated.

I hesitated.

Seeing that I didn't respond directly, Ou Ou suddenly sent me a private message.

He said that all of this was for the sake of the show, and as long as he could satisfy the big spender, the big spender would come to his live stream and give him gifts.

Looking at the private message from OuOu, I bit my lip and didn't reply directly.

That kind of punishment is too shameful; I simply couldn't bring myself to do it.

Seeing my hesitation, he directly provoked me in the live stream: "It seems that Gu Mo is unwilling to accept this punishment. Why don't we connect with someone else?"

Upon hearing his words, I suddenly raised my head and said, "I'll do it, I'll do it."

Seeing that I agreed, Ou Ou showed a smug look.

Holding my phone, I braced myself and went downstairs. I found a place with as few people as possible, set up my phone, and then climbed the tree with my bare hands.

I climbed up the tree, repeatedly shouting that I was inferior to him, just as Ou Ou had asked.

I don't even need to look; I know how ridiculous I look right now.

I struggled to climb the tree, and only then was the punishment over.

A wave of bittersweetness washed over me.

So, it turns out, even I, Gu Mo, have met my match.

When I picked up my phone again, the live stream chat was full of "hahahaha".

Just then, a high-level viewer in OuOu's live stream sent me a rocket as a reward after I finished the punishment.

Then the man's words appeared on the screen.

The high-ranking guy praised me for being able to take a joke and thought I was a very interesting person.

But looking at the rocket's elaborate special effects, I felt very uncomfortable.

Although I earned the money, I always felt like a monkey in a circus.

I couldn't help but wonder if this was the outcome I wanted.

Seeing the mockery in the comments, I became even less inclined to continue.

After struggling internally for a while, I finally mustered up the courage to say to Ou Ou, "It's getting late, I'll head out now."

As soon as I said I wanted to log off, Ouou refused without regard for my wishes: "How can that be? Let's play another round of PK. So many fans are waiting to watch, we can't spoil the fun."

Of course I knew I would lose badly in the end.

Worried that Ouou might give me some embarrassing punishment later, I refused directly, ignoring what he said: "I've played enough time, let's do it next time."

After I finished speaking, I immediately ended the live stream.

But not long after I logged out, Ouou sent me a private message.

His messages were full of threats.

Ou Ou said the contract clearly stated that I was required to cooperate with him in playing PK battles to create program effects, and accused me of violating the rules by leaving the online session early.

I ignored his private message.

After working with OuOu for a few days, not only did I not make any money, but I also had to endure all sorts of embarrassing punishments.

If this continues, I'll be played to death by OuOu sooner or later.

When the fans in the live stream saw that I was in a bad mood, they all started to scold OuOu on my behalf.

[Isn't it just because she has some fans? Why is she bullying people like this?]

[That guy on the other side is going too far! Don't be afraid of him, streamer. Play another PK with him, and if you win, make him climb a tree.]

[Don't be afraid of him, streamer! Don't think he's invincible just because he has a lot of fans. You have to challenge him to a PK and crush him!]

I support it. If the streamer wants to connect with him, I'll empty my pockets to help you.

Seeing these indignant comments on the screen, I just smiled.

I know perfectly well that those who are saying these things are just bystanders watching the show.

It's simply impossible for them to defeat OuOu.

All the votes in my live stream combined might not even amount to a fraction of OuOu's.

If you rush to connect with him again, you'll only be humiliating yourself.

I don't need to do something so stupid.

The viewers in the live chat kept trying to persuade me when they saw that I wasn't responding.

They seemed to be really looking forward to the effect of my reconnecting with OuOu.

I wasn't going to fall into their trap at all, so I made up a random excuse to try and get away with it: "Sorry, everyone, it's time for today's live stream. Let's meet again at the same time tomorrow."

Before they could even react, the broadcast ended abruptly.

But a short while later, my phone suddenly rang.

When I saw Ou's number on my phone screen, I had a bad feeling.

Even though I was extremely reluctant to answer the phone, I still pressed the answer button.

Ou Ou questioned angrily, "Why did you suddenly end the broadcast? Do you know how many fans are waiting to watch you?"

I took a deep breath, trying my best to control my emotions, and explained, "My live stream is over, so I won't be broadcasting today. I have to go to work tomorrow."

Upon hearing my answer, Ou Ou exploded like a bomb had gone off. He commanded, "Stop arguing and start streaming right now. There are tons of big spenders waiting in the chat. Don't be ungrateful."

Immediately, I felt displeased.

Does he really think I'm an easy target, someone he can manipulate at will?

"You need to understand, I'm just choosing to cooperate with you, not selling myself to you. I don't need to listen to your unreasonable arrangements."

Besides, I did something as embarrassing as climbing a tree, so I have a clear conscience.

Ou Ou completely ignored what I was saying and kept emphasizing, "Don't give me that nonsense. We signed a contract, and doing this would be a breach of contract."

I didn't want to make things too tense, but Ou Ou really went too far. I stated logically and clearly, "I'm not working for you. I've already completed the livestreaming hours stipulated in the contract..."

Ou Ou wouldn't listen to my explanation and insisted that I start broadcasting: "You have to start broadcasting now and continue the PK."

He kept nagging and putting pressure on me, trying to force me to compromise.

But I couldn't be bothered to care, so I just hung up the phone to cut off his voice.

The next day.

When I got home from get off work, I suddenly felt extremely uneasy.

I think I'm being followed.

I turned around in fear and looked around, but I saw nothing.

I reassured him, saying he was probably just scaring himself.

But after walking only a few steps, a strong sense of unease surged up again.

Even though there was no space behind me, I felt like I was being watched by an invisible gaze.

Fear was magnified infinitely at this moment.

I quickened my pace, eager to get home immediately.

We finally arrived at the residential area.

The familiar surroundings made me feel a little more at ease.

Just as I continued walking, I felt a force on my shoulder.