From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 233

Nanson frowned slightly. “Bitten? Which kid’s been that naughty? Does it hurt?”

Anthea smiled, “It stung a bit at first, but it’s all good now.”

Nightfall came swiftly.

The family of three sat down for their festive dinner.

Carole had prepared a feast for tonight, including a bubbling fondue pot, and an assortment of chicken, duck, and fish dishes.

Nanson raised his glass and stood up, “Sis, Annie, this is Annie’s first Christmas back with us, and our first celebrating a fresh start. Here’s to brighter days ahead! Cheers!”

“Cheers!” Carole and Anthea stood, raising their glasses as well.

That’s when colorful fireworks began to paint the sky outside their window.

The air was filled with the deafening sound of fireworks and crackers.

Watching the display, Anthea’s lips curved into a gentle smile, “Mom, Uncle, shall we go set off some fireworks after dinner?”

“Sure thing,” Nanson nodded,

Carole chuckled, “You two go on, I’ll sit this one out.” Tomorrow was the Christmas Day, and she had a lot to do.

As she spoke, Carole handed Anthea an envelope, “Annie, here’s some pocket money for you. I hope good luck finds you in the coming year!”

accepted

here’s something from me,” Nanson handed her another envelope, “I’ll just wish my dear

“Thank you, Uncle!”

knew how happy it could be to receive pocket money. It felt so good

joined Nanson

from the crowd mingled with the sound of fireworks, adding to

picked up a rocket firework, “Think you can handle lighting

eyes sparkled with

talk and no action!” Nanson

took

and exploded

all, Anthea didn’t even blink, nor

as a

what you’d expect from a young

that big one over there,” Nanson pointed to a larger

“OK” sign and crouched to

was specially chosen by

named ‘Celestial Maidens Scattering Flowers,’ rumored to be breathtakingly beautiful.

fuse was lit, and a firework

sky remained empty,

frowned slightly, had he been cheated by

as Anthea turned back

of fireworks burst into life

brilliant colors framed