From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 106

The next morning, the new employees Sunny, Nana, and Agre showed up for their first day of work.

With three extra hands on deck and Anthea offering a higher wage than the competitors, they worked diligently, easing the load on Anthea and Carole significantly.

Thanks to some effective marketing, the business was booming, and soon the team was swamped with work. Anthea decided it was time to bring on two more people.

Days flew by, and before school was back in session, Carole wanted to take Anthea for a visit to Latonia’s place and share the news of their new venture.

Over the years, Latonia had been a rock for Carole, supporting her through thick and thin. Carole saw this visit as the perfect opportunity to express her heartfelt thanks.

Carole spilled her plan to Anthea, who was all for it, “Sarah’s off tomorrow, how about we swing by then?”

The following day, Carole and Anthea picked up an assortment of gifts and set off to

Latonia’s home.

Latonia lived in an aged neighborhood that lacked the luster of newer developments but was by no means subpar. It was a quintessentially middle–class area in Cloudcrest.

Latonia welcomed Carole and Anthea with open arms.

Ann!” Latonia called out. “Come in and make yourselves

visit! Why all this fuss? Do you think money grows on trees? I’ve seen your

much! Besides, haven’t you always been

Latonia?”

with a smile,

you a little. If you don’t accept these gifts, you’re making me feel like an

playfully smacked Carole’s arm, “Look at you, getting me all wrapped

burst out

embraced her in a

husband, Keeley Allen, emerged from

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Carole Introduced

meet

and Jovial middle–aged man, responded with a grin, “You’re as lovely

spoke, he added, “Well, Latonia is hosting you ladies. I’ll go grab some

go,” Latonia said, then turned to Keeley, “Make sure to pick up a nice and fatty fish for the catfish stew. Carole loves it.”

Keeley replied.

tad guilty, said, “Keeley, there’s no need for the fuss. We’re fine eating