From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 93

“What’s that mean?” Carole blinked, clearly not following.

Elaine continued, “Irvin is 55 years old. Although he’s plain in look, he is a millionaire. If you marry him, you’ll be rolling in luxury for life!”

Yep, that was Elaine’s grand plan.

It wasn’t that she had any particular affection for Carole.

Instead, her husband, Hancock, saw a golden opportunity to rub shoulders with Irvin, hoping to secure him as an investor.

Despite being in her thirties and a mother, Carole was undeniably beautiful, with classical features that could turn heads.

Carole frowned, “Elaine, are you suggesting that I… The rest of her sentence hung in the air, unspoken.

Elaine nodded, affirming the unvoiced accusation.

“I appreciate the thought, but I’m

twist to her lips, “Oh, Carole, you’ve got it wrong. I’m not asking you to marry the

Carole had an

marry her was laughable. Did Carole believe just anyone could waltz into high society?

are you saying?” Carole was puzzled.

deal. Irvin’s got his wife and kids settled in another city. He had a mistress here in Cloudcrest, but his mistress got into a car accident, lost a limb, and he cut her loose. Now, Irvin’s looking to set up a new nest with

dozen among the rich and famous, so

unwed with a child, wasn’t saintly.

drained of color. She stared at Elaine, incredulous,

so dramatic!” Elaine chuckled, patting Carole’s hand, “Look, I’m doing this for you. With Irvin, you won’t have to worry about a thing. Just relax, count your money, and enjoy life. Trust me, Irvin’s

you.”

“No way! I could never do something

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