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!

Harriet said, then quickly added, “I’m only saying this to you. It’s not proper to talk this way in

looking at her, sensing she wasn’t the type

blessed with such beauty

aloud, it turned

stunning facade

line. “What if Anthea is still studying? Aren’t

“Just look at her. She’s not the studious type. If she’s just filling in for Carole for a month, why work so hard? It’s clear

way of brown–nosing, hoping for a permanent spot on the payroll.

watched Anthea’s busy figure and said, “I don’t think it’s like

the real deal! Lauren, if you don’t believe me, just wait and see

to the fact that Harriet

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handed her an ice–cold Coke, “Here, Anthea, take a

Lauren,” Anthea said, taking the cup

her eyes with approval at the

a lot about a person’s upbringing