From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 218

“Don’t worry, Mom,” Anthea said, wrapping her arm around Carole’s, “she doesn’t scare me.”

Yet, Carole couldn’t shake off her concern.

High society was a complex web of alliances and rivalries. She feared Anthen might be taken advantage

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Anthea reassured her, “Mom, I’ve grown up in those circles. Trust me, I know how to handle myself. Besides, this party’s a big deal for me. I can’t miss it.”

Hearing her daughter’s confidence, Carole reluctantly gave in, “Alright, just make sure you keep your phone handy. If anything feels off, you call me right away.”

“I will,” Anthea nodded, reassuringly.

The day of the party arrived quickly.

Anthea, dressed to the nines, stepped out to the lobby of their apartment building and saw the Morris family’s limo already waiting.

Rebecca, her gown concealed under a down jacket, stood outside waiting, “Anthea, you made it.”

With the Christmas around the corner and it being Audrey’s birthday bash, Anthea had chosen a burgundy dress. It was a simple design that seemed casual but somehow, she made it look effortlessly chic and international.

Rebecca frowned subtly.

always pushing the envelope with her fashion risks.

with a coat! How was she not freezing to death?

ride on offer, Anthea wasn’t one to turn it down. She strode forward confidently and settled into the car,

speechless. Why was she playing

this wasn’t the time to spar with

and instructed the driver to proceed, then turned to Anthea with

“Doesn’t Ms.

dresses?” Rebecca’s

explained Anthea’s composure. It was

clothes but hadn’t managed to purchase any due to the waiting list. Did Anthea have a

did you get

slightly, “are you into that?”

to concede in front of Anthea, Rebecca couldn’t help but nod, taking out her phone, “I

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at the screen, her tone nonchalant, “Five million.”

Rebecca for money, why not?

million?” Rebecca’s

the AY website, their priciest attire didn’t exceed

is a signature design from AY Tech’s top designer. If you’re not buying, there’s a whole line of people waiting

indeed