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!”

paused, then accepted the envelope with both

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

“Thank you, Uncle!”

how happy it could be to receive pocket

Nanson outside

sound

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

eyes sparkled with mischief, “I’ve even lit bigger things

and no action!” Nanson didn’t take her

didn’t bother to explain. She took the rocket and

and exploded in the sky,

even blink, nor did she cover her

a

you’d expect from a

Nanson pointed to a larger firework.

an “OK” sign and crouched to light

was specially chosen

was named ‘Celestial Maidens Scattering Flowers,’ rumored to

was lit, and a firework

the sky remained empty, and no

had he been

as Anthea turned

of fireworks burst into life behind her.

of brilliant