From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 198

Kendrick’s brow furrowed ever so slightly. During his illness, a parade of so–called specialists had come knocking, each more self–promoting than the last, but not a single one had any real talent!

Kendrick hadn’t bought into the claims of any of these self–proclaimed medical savants.

Damian continued, “Dad, Ms. Morris brought over a family heirloom remedy. I’m certain it can restore your health.”

At that moment Rebecca gracefully stood up, “Good day, Mr. Wright, I’m Rebecca Morris.”

She hadn’t risen earlier on purpose, a bit of posturing on her part.

After all, as a descendant of the legendary doctor, appearing too eager would surely cheapen her stature, wouldn’t it?

Rebecca had lived two lifetimes and was no longer the naive girl she once was.

Kendrick nodded indifferently, then turned to Damian, “I’ve already found a real doctor for my condition. You may tell Ms. Morris she can leave now.”

“Dad,” Damian, sensing Kendrick’s skepticism, pleaded, “Dad! Trust me, Ms. Morris can cure you!”

Through their conversations, Damian had come to believe that Rebecca’s demeanor and poise were far beyond what one would expect from a teenager.

Therefore, Damian had immense faith in Rebecca.

legendary doctor was no ordinary man, so his

wry smile, “I may be young, Mr. Wright, and I understand your doubt. But I can assure you, I am indeed the direct heir to the doctor’s legacy. I’m only 18, and, not

this, Kendrick lifted his gaze toward Rebecca. Had he not met Anthea that day, he might have considered Rebecca to be an

possessed her level of calm, and her

met Anthea, Kendrick was no

short. She was too

Legendary Doctor be so full of pride?

for the young to be confident, but do you realize that too much confidence is actually just arrogance?”

this old

her system, did

should be grateful, not hurling

the sake of upgrading her system, Rebecca swallowed her pride, “Mr. Wright, this might be hard to hear, but apart from my remedy, there’s no cure

implication was clear: miss out on her help,

afraid of death?

Kendrick not encountered Anthea that day, he

had met Anthea. Anthea was calm and kind, more reliable than

believe that a mere pill could heal his ailment.

he wouldn’t have

we don’t doubt you, but there are always greater powers at play. Damian,

looked helplessly at