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

met Anthea

child for tackiness. But the Anthea standing before her at the time bore no resemblance to her

old self.

of something

is Ms. Yeager.” Paulina repeated, seeing no reaction from

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

abilities, Wilma maintained her composure as

poised smile. “Pleased to

delicately covered her mouth, her eyes shifting from astonishment to disbelief. “You…

former reputation

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graciously. “Indeed, I am Anthea,

turned to Luna, asking, “You know

Luna nodded.

to hear Luna knew Anthea, Wilma’s demeanor softened. “Luna, step outside with

moment. Ms. Yeager, sorry, but I need

said,

flashed a friendly smile at Anthea

outside, Wilma immediately inquired about Anthea..

was a term in this world for people like her, which was a prodigy.

was a rare talent, and her circle comprised the top