From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 208

After a day of hitting the shops, hunger had finally started to nudge her. She was the kind who didn’t fuss over table manners–comfort was her priority, and incidentally, her nonchalance often painted the most beautiful, natural picture.

Sherman glanced sideways, catching sight of her focused indulgence.

Was it really that delectable?

He speared a piece of broccoli, chewing thoughtfully.

It tasted… pretty ordinary, actually.

Bot as he watched her relish her meal, he found himself eating more than he intended.

Nearly full, Anthen waved over the server “Could we get two of your desserts, please?”

The server nodded. “Sure thing”

Sherman’s lips parted slightly. “One is enough for me, I’m stuffed.”

“Don’t worry about it, bring two.” Anthea insisted.“1 can finish them both by myself”

Sherman was speechless. He realized that she never intended to share in the first place.

desserts arrived, Anthea dove into them with

very little to maintain their figures, barely touching their food and steering clear of sweets altogether.

he was mistaken.

imagine how his sisters would react if they knew that their self–denial didn’t necessarily give

sat there, twirling his cross pendant

later, Anthea finished and headed to the bar to settle the

him. “Me Christensen, I thought this was my

her a faint smile, his slender fingers tracing the cross pendant. “It doesn’t really matter who pays, but if Ms. Yeager feels compelled to return the favor, there’s a coffee shop not far from here. You could invite me

eyebrow. “You want to play chess with

Sherman nodded, “Yes.”

checked the time on her phone–it wasn’t even

Sherman gallantly opening

spacious and clean, a reflection of Sherman’s

at the coffee shop

him with enthusiasm. “Mr. Christensen, welcome back.

disbelief. Sherman usually came alone or with Daniel. The sight of him with a beautiful woman was unexpected–could she be the

the manager’s head was swirling with questions.

were ushered into Sherman’s favorite private room, which was decorated with a classic elegance. An antique chess set

Yeager, please, Sherman gestured

from him just as the manager brought some steaming coffee. The rising steam blurred their features into soft