From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 179

“Here’s the contract. If everything looks good to you, just sign on the dotted line” said Anthoa calmly

Talbot adjusted his glasses and said, “I’m sorry, but could I take a look at the prototype first?”

Though Anthea’s pitch was impressive, Talbot couldn’t commit without seeing the product firsthand. The world was full of smooth talkers, and besides, Anthea was so young. Could she really have invented a garment that adjusted its temperature? It sounded far–fetched Talbot didn’t fancy his business acumen going to waste on a pipe dream

Anthea handed him a tote bag. “Mr. Talbot, feel free to try it on.”

Skeptically, Talbot went to the restroom, pulling the garment from the bag. He frowned, the shirt looked utterly ordinary. Indistinguishable from the white button–down he was wearing. He should have known better. How could a teenager come up with such a revolutionary invention?

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Disappointed, Talbot returned to the table. “Ms. Yeager, this shirt seems no different from any other fabric.”

“Our climate–adaptive fabric adjusts to the ambient temperature. Since we have the air conditioning on

December air of Cloudcrest. Passersby were bundled in their winter coals. A cold gust hit him, but instead of shivering, he felt a warm embrace enveloping him. The shirt

“Ms. Yeager, it’s

Talbot, shall we finalize the contract?” Anthea asked, still

was unheard of, even in technologically advanced Country Pellonia. This innovation would take the world by storm, and his status as a CEO along with it!

keys – office, car, and

bowed respectfully. Thank you for your

had begun to speak to her with reverence. Despite her

Daniel Robinson planned a trip

fancy joining me in Capital City for RealTimeFlow’s anniversary bash?”

his eyes closed

plans. Narrowing his eyes, Daniel pressed on, “Griffin YC will be there. Don’t you want to see

Sherman’s eyes snapped open, the chess piece twirling on