From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 28

To Daniel, Rebecca was the epitome of grace and elegance, and Sherman, on the other hand, was the cool cucumber in any crisis.

Together, they were a match made in heaven.

“Why waste time on women when there are more productive things to do?” Sherman strode into the room, his mind already on business. “How’s the CIS data blueprint coming along? Has anyone taken the job yet?”

Daniel paled, hurrying to match Sherman. “Not yet…”

Meanwhile, Anthea and Nanson had left the casino early after a string of losses dampened their spirits.

Nanson heaved a sigh. “Why is luck eluding us tonight…”

“Uncle Nanson, count this.” Anthea handed over the wad of cash she held.

Nanson shifted his expression from gloom to shock as he counted. “Holy smokes! Six grand! Did you win all this tonight?”

With a subtle nod, Anthea was softened by the moonlight with an ethereal glow.

“Weren’t you on a losing streak? How’d you win so much?” Nanson was puzzled.

Anthea smirked, “Because I win big. The losses were just small change.”

avoid drawing attention if there was a constant win.

picture and flashed her a thumbs–up. “Smart cookie!”

of his

morning. Anthea was up at the crack of dawn, heading to the farmers‘ market to pick up some veggies and meat to

but a tonic for Carole, designed to rejuvenate both physical health and beauty.

had a knack for ancient healing

to find Anthea bustling in the kitchen, a bittersweet feeling washing over her. Carole felt

The soup’s ready,” Anthea announced, “Better have it while it’s still

early to cook for me after working late. I should be

smile, Anthea replied, “Don’t worry about it. I’m not tired.

11:46

headed to work, but as soon as she walked in, Baldie called

looked back, slightly surprised.

at bay. “I’m

“That’s me.”

closer to Anthea, stammering out, “Are you still

“Yes,

hesitated. Hadn’t Harriet mentioned Anthea had

Maple Grove High School. Which