From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 284

Chapter 284

Lizzie's words hung in the air before she continued with determination, "He's got to leave with nothing to his name! Also, we can't keep the grocery store running anymore. Let's sell it off and liquidate the

assets!"

This was something Anthea had specifically advised Lizzie to do.

As soon as Gina agreed to the divorce, it was imperative to sell off the family-owned grocery store. If the store remained, Malcolm would undoubtedly keep pestering Gina.

In the business world, such entanglements were the last thing anyone needed.

Gina blinked, not quite grasping Lizzie's point.

Lizzie took the time to clarify, revealing the strategy behind the move, to which Gina nodded in agreement, "Lizzie, your friend is right!"

Worried Gina might spiral into anxious thoughts, Lizzie reassured her, "Mom, don't worry. Even if the divorce goes through, with your skills, we'll live a great life! My friend, she doesn't have a dad, and her mom looks so young and vibrant! So, Mom, no sad faces, no regrets. This is a good thing for us!"

Seeing her daughter's strength, Gina knew she had to be just as resilient.

Gina agreed

play it cool for a bit longer, at least until we've successfully sold the store." 'The he' in question was,

the subtext of Lizzie's words, "Don't you worry, Lizzie. We don't need to endure anything. If I decide today, the store could be sold by tomorrow." Gina had been in business for years and knew plenty of entrepreneurs who would

eyes sparkled with

Gina nodded again.

to

on her injuries, and evidence of

head wound seemed minor but

felt a surge of regret for not having

Gina comforted her, "Lizzie, Mom's okay.

stay. After getting her

of action. The very next day, she reached out to potential buyers for the store. One of them was Ricky, a robust 42-year-old man who had known Gina for years. "Gina, you've been running this grocery store for

"Do you think I'm joking? It's been 12 years. I'm exhausted. I

shrewd business acumen, said admiringly, "Your husband

just smiled

to negotiate on the price?" Ricky

plus this three-story building. 3.5 million and it's yours. I wouldn't part with it for

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than just a place of business to her over the

the recent turmoil, Gina