From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 89

Hearing Sallie sigh with fatigue, Elaine was quick to respond, “Have a rest. I’ll give you a shout. when dinner’s ready.”

Sallie nodded in acknowledgment.

“Hold up a second, Sallie.” Gemma suddenly grasped Sallie’s hand.

Sallie betrayed a flicker of disgust as she caught sight of Gemma’s grubby fingers. Gemma’s long and unkempt nails were caked with grime.

Swallowing her revulsion, Sallie managed to ask, “What is it?”

Gemma continued with a hint of excitement, “I got a special treat for you! Felton, bring it over here, will you?”

Felton stepped forward with a bag in hand. “This is the pickle I made just for you.”

Gemma chimed in. “Remember how you loved it when you were a little girl? Only you and Stella get to enjoy my pickle. No one else gets this special treatment!”

Sallie and Stella were the shining stars. It was natural for Gemma to dote on them. After all when they married off, she expected them to remember herself with affection and generosity.

“Thanks, Granny,” Sallie said, taking the bag.

Gemma beamed. “No need for thanks, child. Go get some rest now.”

was out of sight, she tossed it straight into the trash. She

Susan’s daughter

was second to none. One moment she was complimenting Elaine

talk made Anthea’s silence more noticeable. Sitting motionless on the couch.

frowned slightly with a hint of distaste flickering in her eyes.

on earth did Carole

bracelet and fastened it around Phoebe’s wrist. “Phoebe, this bracelet

aback. “Auntie, I couldn’t

room. “You’re my niece. Besides, with how sweet you are, you’re my favorite. This is the latest style. It’ll look great on someone young

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envy as she watched the bracelet change hands. She probably regretted not cozying up

my mom, who would guess you’re sisters? You look more like mother and daughter! If anyone’s

thinking, “That little brat! There was no need to trample my

sight of the bracelet tempered Susan’s

flattery. “You always know how to make me smile!”

“You are young. Auntie! And this bracelet must have been so pricey. I think I’ve heard one

too well about Anthea in the Morris family.

was an outsider and not even favored. She must never have seen a bracelet like

before.

that expensive, just a bit