From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 24

“Not a big deal, I’ve got some snacks for you. Take these. By the way, where’s your family?” said the girl gently.

The little boy shook his head, “I don’t know. I came out by myself.”

“You shouldn’t be out here alone. It’s not safe. How about I walk you back home?”

He nodded, “Thank you.”

Watching this heartwarming scene unfold, Daniel couldn’t help but slow his pace.

The man in charge noticed Daniel’s interest and quickly whispered to his assistant with a savvy eye, “Check out that young lady.”

“Right away, sir,” the assistant replied respectfully.

Soon the girl in the white summer dress vanished into the crowd with the little boy in tow, and Daniel continued on his way.

“Mr. Robinson, your car is here,” said the man beside Daniel, holding the door open with deference.

Once inside the vehicle, the man glanced at the message the assistant had forwarded to him. and, with a sycophantic smile, said, “Mr. Robinson, that young lady we just saw at the entrance. is Rebecca Morris, the newly welcomed daughter of the Morris family.”

Daniel was taken aback.

So it was her! No wonder she looked so familiar.

fiasco, but it seemed

who showed such kindness to a begging child couldn’t be the type to call off an

were racing.

already

“Mom, go

Morris family had cooks and

while with the Morris family. Don’t underestimate me. You should take care of your health and avoid the kitchen fumes.”

Anthea couldn’t cook at

culinary skills had been honed in another world. Anthea

Chapter 24

they were also beneficial in other ways.

Carole said, reaching for the produce Anthea had

In no time, the kitchen

was surprised and hadn’t expected

five–thirty in the evening, Anthea arrived at the rotisserie for her shift.

in white sat at the counter, engrossed

Anthea greeted him.

eyes,

saw a girl as beautiful as her. She could easily outshine the campus belle.

emerged and greeted Anthea with a smile, bring

is.” Anthea handed over

“You’re just eighteen?”