From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 188

The air was thick with anticipation, every eye in the room swiveling to the entrance. The buzz of curiosity was palpable as they all wondered just what Griffin looked like.

Could she possibly be the next Snow White?

But the backlighting obscured her features, presenting only a striking silhouette.

Rebecca watched as the figure drew closer, her mind racing.

Was this Griffin? Why did she feel as though she knew that silhouette?

Was she seeing things? It had to be.

How could she know a cheater, a jester in the court of life?

A smirk curled at the edges of Rebecca’s lips. Griffin certainly had nerve, showing up at the gala.

Was she unaware that she was nothing more than a joke, a blight upon decent society?

But, Rebecca mused, having a fool to contrast her own radiance might just be perfect.

Like a rose among thorns, her nobility would only shine brighter.

Her smile grew more pronounced.

The rhythmic sound of high heels on marble echoed closer.

clear view. She was dressed in a

typically a bold and brash color,

to tread upon the very hearts of those watching.

the winter bloom amid the snow,

in all her glory,

was

Rebecca, who had been the center of attention, she was

with closed eyes, caught sight of her, a subtle smile

was really

with his cufflinks, his deep eyes

plastered

connected Anthea

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a hideous cheater. Yet,

world while conquering the realm

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did she hold?

emotions

pupils dilated as she processed the revelation.

Anthea was Griffin? Griffin

she changed so much recently? Had Anthea been rebom as well?

thought crossed Rebecca’s mind.