From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 26

Lauren was born in the 1960s and clung to old–fashioned ideas. She believed that as long as a girl was pretty, she was set for life.

After all, we live in an era where everything is judged by appearances.

“Lauren, do you think the rich are blind and stupid? These days, a wealthy guy wants a wife who’s not only a looker but also has a top–notch education!” Harriet glanced over at Anthea, then lowered her voice to a whisper, “And Anthea’s so gorgeous, I bet she’s had a string of boyfriends. Surely she’s not a virgin anymore. Why would a rich guy want damaged goods?”

Rich folks weren’t fools!

Forget about the rich. Even Harriet wouldn’t want her son bringing home a bride with no

smarts.

Lauren frowned. “You can’t just say things like that! Anthea doesn’t seem like that sort of

person.

What was the most important thing for a person? The reputation, of course!

other story behind your back.” Harriet said, then quickly added, “I’m

sensing she wasn’t the

be blessed with such

spoken aloud, it turned into slander.

thankfully, the universe was fair. It gave Anthea a stunning facade but not the smarts or

Harriet’s comments were out of line. “What if Anthea is still studying? Aren’t a

type. If she’s just filling

diligence was her way of brown–nosing, hoping for a permanent spot

busy figure and said, “I don’t think it’s like that… Harriet,

just wait and see what happens in a month.” Harriet was confident.

busy as ever, was oblivious to the fact that Harriet had been sizing

12

Chapter 26

a hard worker, barely taking a break all evening. Lauren handed her an ice–cold Coke, “Here, Anthea, take a break and have a

Lauren,” Anthea said, taking the cup

warmed her eyes with approval

little things revealed a lot about a person’s upbringing and