From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 52

Sherman’s tone was casual as he asked. “What if she doesn’t show up tomorrow?”

Daniel gritted his teeth and replied, “Then it’s a four–canned herring bet!” Daniel was so bold because he was sure Anthea would come.

After all, Anthea had already caught Sherman’s eye early on, and It made no sense for her to bail at such a critical moment.

Sherman nodded slightly. “Alright, let’s bet on it once more.”

“Don’t worry, Sherman. I won’t let you down this time,” Daniel said with a grin, keeping pace with Sherman.

Elsewhere, Anthea and Nanson were walking home in the moonlight.

The moon’s gentle glow cast a silvery sheen on them.

“Uncle Nanson, you get up for work at dawn every day. There’s no need for you to pick me up anymore. I can make it home on my own.” Anthea said.

Nanson frowned. “How can I let that happen? A young lady walking home alone at night is dangerous! What if you run into trouble? Who’s going to protect you?”

“I can protect myself,” Anthea replied with a smile.

at her and said speechlessly, “With those skinny arms and legs of yours. someone could lift you with

Anthea was tall, she was slender. Nanson often thought that on a windy day, he should put a few stones in Anthea’s pockets

said, raising an eyebrow slightly.

his head helplessly. “You’re all talk,

guys huddled together, their flickering cigarettes illuminating their

moonlight and streetlamps, they noticed Anthea and Nanson approaching. One of them quickly tossed his cigarette, “Jack! Jack! Look

straightened up and looked in

worry, Jack. We’re all set!” another young man waved

pulled out hidden metal pipes, which reflected a chilling gleam under

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the group ahead, and unease crept

been diligent about picking up Anthea from work. Otherwise, she might be in real trouble

up ahead. Stay behind me,” he said, instinctively positioning himself in front of Anthea.

there!” A metal pipe barred Nanson’s

several menacing faces. “You’ve

hoisted him up.