From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 288

Chapter 288

Chapter 288

After lunch, Carole and Nanson both got swept up in their afternoon tasks, leaving Anthea alone in the quiet of the house.

Anthea sat at her desk, head bowed over a drawing with a focused expression, the sunlight streaming in through the window and casting a soft glow on her features. Just then, the doorbell chimed, breaking the silence.

She casually picked up a book to weigh down her sketches and made her way to the door.

Swinging it open, she found no one there.

A slight frown creased her forehead.

Had she been so absorbed in her drawing that she'd imagined the sound?

"Hello? Anyone there?" Anthea called out, but no response came.

As she was about to close the door, a figure popped out from around the corner, "Surprise!"

Anthea's eyes widened in astonishment, "Mrs. Christensen?"

"Annie!" Karen dashed toward her, going in for a warm hug.

neared, Karen's foot slipped, and she nearly tumbled to the ground.

so agile!" Karen said, hugging

had chosen the

quipped, "Oh, I'm just third best

Karen retorted seriously. "You're clearly number one!

compliment, Anthea ushered Karen

early spring had arrived, a sudden chill had swept

Anthea nodded.

"You're amazing, Annie!"

her, she and Sherman are gonna have a kid who's

the talk

delighted she became, her eyes twinkling as if

to whip

the kitchen atmosphere cozy

the rich aroma of chocolate

mug of the freshly

flavor enveloped her taste buds, with hints of milk and a touch

background, Karen had tasted all sorts of beverages,

really matter. It was the thought behind it

and talented, was quite a catch

cocoa, Karen got down to

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