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 Anthea cautiously.

Anthea responded, nodding.

hand, finding

they were freezing in their flimsy gowns, Anthea’s hand was a cocoon of warmth. It was then that the women started to believe that her dress truly could regulate its

an invention was nothing short of a miracle for female streamers who were constantly in the spotlight

where can I buy a dress like

want one too!”

“Count me in.”

you the boutique’s website later, but you need to order their gowns

the red carpet segment, Anthea made her way to the

“Ann, you were so cool, so sleek, and so gorgeous just now!” Sarah had

passion so much that even chess seemed

you manage to be

thoughtfully and replied with a serious tone, “Maybe it’s

Rebecca, I don’t know what happened to her. She used to be quite pretty, but now, looking at

to indulge in a bit of self–flattery, but Sarah’s praise was

about Rebecca seemed off,

thoughtfully. There was something glitchy about Rebecca. How could someone so radiant suddenly lose

hand in front of Anthea, snapping her out of her reverie.

shaking

Aiken, here too! I would love to