From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 193

“Ann, where did you get that evening gown? It’s absolutely stunning! Looks like a couture piece, doesn’t it?”

Anthea replied with a smile, “Not only is this gown a head–turner, but it also has a unique feature.”

“What feature?”

“It’s temperature–regulated,” Anthea added with a hint of pride.

“Temperature–regulated?” The skepticism was clear on everyone’s faces.

Anthea nodded slightly and proceeded to evangelize the virtues of her high–tech gown to the intrigued crowd.

The idea of a dress that could defy the elements seemed almost too good to be true.

Seeing the doubt in their eyes, Anthea lifted the hem of her gown, revealing a stretch of her fair, elegant calf. “Just feel this fabric, and you’ll understand.”

With a mix of curiosity and skepticism, the others reached out and touched the hem.

The gala was held in a semi–open venue.

In December, Capital City was gripped by the chill of winter.

All the female celebs were dressed in thin, fashionable gowns, shivering in the cold, but from Anthea’s dress emanated a continuous source of warmth. It was especially cozy.

touch your hand?” asked a long–haired woman, eyeing

course,” Anthea responded,

hand, finding it pleasantly

a cocoon of warmth. It was then that the women started to

a miracle for female streamers who were constantly in the spotlight at red carpet events and

I buy a

one too!”

“Count me in.”

a group chat. I’ll send you the boutique’s website later, but you need to order

Anthea made her way to

herself with excitement. “Ann, you were so cool, so sleek, and so gorgeous

so

do you manage to

chin thoughtfully and replied with a serious

“Absolutely! I mean, none of the women here can hold a candle to you! And Rebecca, I don’t know what happened to her. She used to be quite pretty, but now, looking at her again, she seems… well, kind of dull in comparison…”

indulge in a bit

something about Rebecca seemed off, especially during their

something glitchy about Rebecca. How could someone so radiant suddenly lose all their

what’s on your mind?” Sarah waved her hand in front of Anthea, snapping her out of

Anthea replied, shaking

celebrity crush, Mr. Aiken, here too! I would love to get his autograph, but there are so many people, and I’m