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!

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

that Harriet felt uneasy just looking at her, sensing she wasn’t the type to stay in line.

should Anthea be blessed with

it turned into slander.

It gave Anthea a stunning

were out of line. “What if Anthea is still

filling in

eyes, Anthea’s diligence was her way of brown–nosing, hoping for a permanent spot

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

deal! Lauren, if you don’t believe me, just wait and see what happens in a

the fact that Harriet had

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

said, taking the cup with both

with approval

revealed a lot about a person’s