From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 356

Chapter 356

Karen's voice was loud and piercing.

Several feet ahead, Rebecca's eyebrows knitted together in disdain at hearing the term "trailer trash" thrown her way.

That old witch!

How dare she?

Had Karen shown a shred of humility, perhaps Rebecca might have tossed a few crumbs of kindness her way.

But now?

Forget it!

charity on someone so

grace, deserving of their bankruptcy and destined for a life at

was the first time Anthea had heard Karen let loose with such language in all the days she'd known her, sparking a mix of surprise and curiosity.

of Anthea's voice, Karen's demeanor flipped like a switch, her face blooming into a smile, "Oh, Ann, there you are! Who would want to know such a vile person? Let's not talk about her. By the way Ann, aren't you about to take your SATS? I got you this lucky charm from the church, keep it with you,

Karen handed over a yellow charm, its symbols drawn in

Anthea took the charm, tucking it

cherish the charm so,

that Anthea might find her too superstitious for gifting her the charm. After all, the younger generation often

Anthea's acceptance proved her

the ideal granddaughter-in-law, worlds

appreciation for Karen's gift, Adah, not to be outdone, pulled out a thermos, "Annie, you must be hungry after school, right? I had this special

me!" Adah laughed, linking arms with Anthea, "There's a fried

"Sounds good."

and together they entered the bustling diner filled

for the group using

passing it to Anthea, "Annie, give it a try. This dessert chef is a genius, it's a secret family recipe you can't find anywhere else." Taking a sip, Anthea savored the sweetness, tinged with a hint of mint, and the soft dumplings that burst with flavor