From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

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Chapter 176

Saren tapped her phone with a trembling finger, played the vided Anthea had sent her With wide eyes, her parents watched the unfolding drama on the tiny screen.

As the final scene faded to black, even Keeley, known for his saintly patience, couldn’t help but slam his hand on the table, starting them all. They have gone too far”

Letonia wrapped her arms around Sarah, her voice a soothing balm, “Don’t worry, honey. Il go with you to the hospital tomorrow.”

Sarah, bracing for a toment of blame for her poor judgment, found none. Instead, Keeley and Latonia offered nothing but support.A “You’ve got to be more careful picking a guy next time,” Latonia said with a sigh of relief. “We’re lucky Anthes came forward. Otherwise, you’d be stuck in a miserable marriage.”

Latonia shuddered at the thought. So many mothers endured unhappy marriages for the sake of their children, sacrificing their own happiness.

Thankfully, fate had brought Anthea into their lives.

The next day, true to her word, Latonia accompanied Sarah to the hospital. Emerging from the clinic, Sarah felt reborn. She vowed to rely solely on herself and never to entrust her future to any man lightly again.

Meanwhile, Tanya had been following Anthea’s fitness regime religiously, combining herbal concoctions with daily jags. Within weeks, she shed a noticeable amount of weight. When Lizzie heard about it, she joined the pair, turning their duo into a trio.

class 7, whispers rippled through the room.

have you guys noticed Tanya slimming

I saw it too!”

sneered, “You must be kidding. She’s still the same pig, ugly as

“Shh! Anthea’s coming!”

Anthea strode in, her presence commanding

Boss Yeager’s got

the short–haired girl. With a casual flick, she snapped a ballpoint

what..

“Who gave you the audacity to

girl paled. Tm… I’m sorry, Boss

“Ann, what are

the pixie–haired girl’s shoulders, her smile disarming.

nodded frantically. “Y–yeah, it was funny.”

approached, confused. “Ann, her name’s