From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 18

Eight years passed, and the Morris family had a little princess.

Latham made the long journey from Capital City to attend the baby’s christening party, where he and the family exchanged keepsakes, forging a bond between the two families.

Amid the celebration, Rebecca interrupted with a smile, “Mrs. Christensen, I just turned eighteen, and I’m not ready to settle down yet. Besides, the Christensen family is royal and prestigious, and I’m just plain Jane. How could I ever match up to Mr. Christensen?”

Not reading too much into it, Karen beamed at Rebecca. “Nonsense, my dear! You’re as lovely as a summer’s day. Of course, you’re a match for us. Don’t worry. Now that the engagement is set, we’ll keep our word. Sherman will be over the moon to have you.”

Rebecca’s expression soured at Karen’s obliviousness.

Couldn’t the old bat see she was being sarcastic? It was evident that the fifth Christensen wasn’t worthy of her!

But Karen made it sound like Rebecca was reaching for the stars.

Bah! That was disgusting!

Daly and Sandra also looked uneasy. What was Karen implying? Didn’t she have any

self–awareness?

glanced at Karen, and their eyes locked, both expressions

subtly.

stood up with a gracious smile. “Daly, Sandra, listen. Karen means we’ve come this long way to settle

you’re here, let’s be clear. I want

were stunned

sure Mr. Christensen will find someone who is truly

was no prize for some no–name to aspire to!

apology. My daughter sometimes speaks out

the right to choose!” Rebecca looked at Daly with determination..

I’m her father, I can’t make

Chapter 18

the old saying goes, you can’t make a silk purse out of

engagement.”

a polite smile. “Daly, breaking an engagement is no small matter. Our families have been friends for

was a man of his word, as