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.

arrived, Anthea dove into

taken aback, she could really put it away. He had four sisters, and they all ate very little to maintain their figures, barely touching their food and steering

was

knew that their self–denial didn’t necessarily give them the edge over

twirling his cross pendant

and headed to the bar to settle the bill, only

at him. “Me Christensen, I thought this was my treat.

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

eyebrow. “You want to

Sherman nodded, “Yes.”

on her phone–it wasn’t even 7 PM yet–so she agreed,

restaurant together, with Sherman gallantly opening the passenger door of his car for Anthea.

spacious and clean, a reflection of

the coffee shop

Sherman well, greeted him with enthusiasm. “Mr. Christensen,

to Anthea, full of disbelief. Sherman usually came alone or with Daniel. The sight of

the manager’s head

which was decorated with a classic elegance. An antique

Yeager, please, Sherman gestured

him just as the manager brought some steaming coffee. The