From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 69

“Sounds like a plan!” Nanson exclaimed, “If Ann teaches you her killer cooking skills, we’ll make a killing! Carole, don’t underestimate a diner. It’s way better than any desk job if it hits off.”

“You’re right, Uncle Nanson,” Anthea nodded in agreement, but Carole remained skeptical.

Starting a diner sounded easy, but the reality could be quite challenging.

Running a business wasn’t just about smooth talking.

If things went south, just the rent could be a nightmare to cover.

Carole furrowed her brow. “The rent in a decent spot in our town is sky–high. We’re talking thousands a month…”

“Don’t worry about the money,” Nanson assured her, “I’ve got enough saved up for rent, and once Mrs. Black’s husband is back on his feet, she’s paying me a hefty fee. Besides, we will turn a profit with the business.”

Mentioning Paulina, a worried look crossed Carole’s face, “Ann, are you sure Mr. Black will recover within a month?”

She had accompanied Anthea on a house call to check on Tammie some time ago.

Tammie had seemed at death’s door.

was deeply

as fresh and hopeful as April’s blossoms. “Don’t worry. Mr. Black will

washed away Carole’s worries about Tammie, but she still had her doubts

the diner venture.

Nanson couldn’t help but encourage her. “Carole! You got to have guts in business! Take risks! With your cold feet, you’ll never strike it

was a different breed

to take leaps, although his

then,” Carole relented, “I’ll trust

some recipes for you to practice at home, and I’ll start scouting for a location.”

Carole

Yeager residence, Anthea strolled to the nearby pedestrian street to look for

she stumbled upon

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was empty save for an old lady at a table, engrossed in playing Solitaire on her

“Hello there.”

lady looked up. “Oh, dear, what can I

slightly. “I noticed your ‘For Lease‘ sign outside.