From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 240

It wasn’t just about insoles, it was about the fact that Darleen had crafted them with her own hands. Such a gesture was priceless!

In this age of automation, which youngster would willingly stitch a pair of insoles for the elders at home?

That granddaughter! She had every

y mason to be fond of her

The more Janet thought about it, the happier she became.

With a smile. Dadeen said, “Grandma, i am your granddaughter, isn’t it natural for me to look after you? Wait until I start making money, and I’ll take you on a world tour! We’ll travel in different cultures and landscapes”

Girls are always more considerate. Unlike Gerard, who had never spoken such endearing words to her. Did the Lindsay family lack the funds for a world tour? No, what they lacked was a loving and dutiful child.

“That’s my girl,” Janet said, patting Darleen’s hand. “Grandma can’t wait for that world tour with you.”

“Oh, by the way, Grandma, where are Gerry and Keeley?” Darleen asked.

“They went out early to visit folks for the holidays and haven returned yet,” Janet replied.

Edna chimed in, “Janet, how come I haven’t seen your other sons and their wives and kids come by yet?”

was the youngest child in the family, with four

say there was a snowstorm last night, which has made the roads

all her children and grandchildren, whom she hadn’t seen in a

the weather had other plans.

can’t make it back in time to be with you, I’ll keep you company,” Darleen said, clinging

her face

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disgust passed through Darleen’s eyes.

always been particularly sensitive to the smell that clung to the elderly.

yet a fully–fledged member of the Lindsay family,

swallowing of pride

to remember something. “Oh, Edna, someone sent over some gifts a few days ago. Take some back for

gift in return was always welcome.

as revered as decrees in the Fletcher family.

truth, this wasn’t just a mere gift; it was also a testament

her joy, Edna responded, “Janet, we’re all family. There’s no need for

and said, “It’s for your mother, not for you, so no

Edna couldn’t decline. Triumph