From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 126

Not a single teacher disliked a star student.

Right now, the way the math teacher looked at Anthea was like a parched traveler who had just spotted an oasis.

“Anthea, you can go back to your seat. From now on, if you want to take a nap during my class, you can.”

“Thank you.” replied Anthea.

As Anthea made her way back to her desk, the teacher continued, “If any of you can be as brilliant as Anthea here, solving complex problems in your sleep, then you can do whatever you like in my class too! I’ll turn a blind eye even if you start daydreaming about space! But if you can’t, then pay attention! I believe that one day, you’ll all be just as amazing!”

The students sat as silent as mice, their curiosity piqued. How had Anthea suddenly become so formidable?

When lunchtime arrived, Anthea invited Tanya to join her in the cafeteria, “I’ve got a friend I

want you to meet.”

Tanya hesitated, then nodded, her heart fluttering with a mix of anticipation and anxiety.

Given her weight, would Anthea’s friend accept her?

It turned out that Tanya’s worries were unfounded.

show the slightest bit of disdain toward Tanya, and the three girls chatted and laughed

had to line up to get their food. Just as it was almost their turn, two girls approached, led by one with long flowing hair and a makeup job that could only be described as a

the way, lard

the sight of her,

up, took a step forward, and stood by Tanya’s side. “What’s

of lard, not you! Move aside if you

okay, I’ll just let them through,” Tanya murmured, tugging at Anthea’s sleeve, the

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be scared! I’m here, and they won’t dare touch you!“Anthea comforted her.

was brimmed with scorn, clearly not taking Anthea seriously.

now, or don’t blame me for what happens next!” she said, flexing her arms.

girl twisted her face with anger

and lifted her chin with the other, her eyes gleaming with a devil–may–care light. “Apologize to my deskmate,” she commanded, the sunlight streaming through the windows casting a gentle glow on her

a crowd of

is she? So

her, that’s Anthea from senior Class

of her. Wasn’t she supposed to

“She’s gorgeous!”