From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 56

Wilma eyed the girl skeptically.

She was probably seventeen, maybe eighteen tops. And this was supposed to be a miracle doctor?

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Wilma doubted if the kid could even tell the difference between a cold and the flu.

Was it a joke?

In Wilma’s mind, Paulina was always the sensible type, so it was a shock that she’d do something utterly foolish this time.

It was a huge letdown.

Luna squinted her eyes, a hint of scorn curling at the corners of her mouth.

So, this was the miracle doctor that Paulina had been raving about.

It was one other than Cloudcrest’s infamous faux heiress, Anthea Morris.

Oh, wait, it was just Anthea, no longer a Morris.

Who in Cloudcrest didn’t know Anthea was nothing but an illiterate good–for–nothing?

Yet, the thought of that vial containing the Anos parasite made Luna’s gaze flicker with

wariness.

wouldn’t have the skill to drive out a parasite from a

had met

her over–the–top makeup, a veritable poster child for tackiness. But the Anthea standing

old self.

her fist, a spark of something fierce flashing in her eyes.

repeated, seeing no reaction from

reality, nodding with a tight–lipped smile, “Hello

Anthea’s abilities, Wilma maintained her composure as a high

small, poised smile. “Pleased to meet

Luna delicately covered her mouth, her eyes shifting from

remark, given Anthea’s former reputation as the town’s laughingstock

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the insinuation, Anthea nodded graciously. “Indeed, I am Anthea, although I now go by

Luna, asking, “You know her, Luna?”

Luna nodded.

Luna knew Anthea, Wilma’s demeanor softened.

I need to

course,” Anthea said, nodding slightly.

a friendly smile at Anthea and followed

immediately inquired about Anthea..

was a term in this world for people

talent, and her circle comprised the