From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 206

“Grandma, fin gonna head back to my room if re’s nothing else, Gerard said before turning on his heel and leaving.

Janet watched Gerand’s stating back, her face turning as white as a sheet with anger

Edna walked in from the garden, altempting to soothe Janet. “Janet, Gerry’s still wet behind the earn. Them’s a lot he needs to learn, and hell get it eventually Plesse, don’t be mad”

Janet let out a heavy sigh. “He’s getting a bit too out of hand, hanging out with a bad crowd. It’s only a matter of time before they lead him astray Carleen, on the other hand, has been a blessing from the start never caused you a lick of trouble.”

Edra smiled wistfully. “Darleen may seem sensible, but she’s got her moments, too. And you know, girls, they just mature faster than boys.”

The mention of Darleen softened Janet’s features. “Isn’t her birthday coming up? She’s my only granddaughter, and I’ve got to pick out something special for her”

Janet had always treated Darleen as her own flesh and blood, speaking of her with an affection that brooked no disputes.

“She doesn’t need anything fancy. Janet, you shouldn’t spoil her”

Janet scolded her gently. “I’m not spoiling her! It’s for my granddaughter!”

“You shouldn’t talk like that,” Edna continued, a hint of sadness in her voice. “I know Jonah’s heart still aches for Carole. I never deluded myself into thinking I could take her place. As long as I know Jonah’s happy, that’s enough for me.”

with sympathy as she

and yet Edna remained as kind–hearted as

chance she did. It was a bitter reminder that being too kind–hearted was not always

the only daughter–in–law I see, and as long as I’m breathing. Jonah won’t

had already given eighteen years of her life waiting for

subject. “Edna, why waste your days by my side? Go keep Jonah company. I had someone make him a

all her attention on Jonah, maybe

I don’t want to disturb him,” Edna flatly refused.

hand tighter, insisting, “Delia’s right. Gerry doesn’t see the storm on the horizon, and I’m counting on you to give our

crimson, “Please don’t

dead senous,” Janet said earnestly. “You and Jonah are still young. What’s there to fear

once more, Janet handed the broth to

took the broth and headed for Jonah’s place.

pulled up outside Capital Hospital.

VIP suite on the seventh

stood watch at the door.

Jonah some broth, from Janet, Edna explained