From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 357

Chapter 357

"Cough cough cough!"

"Annie, are you okay? Slow down with the eating!" Adah was startled and quickly stood up to pat Anthea on the back.

Karen immediately handed Anthea a napkin, her face filled with concern. "Ann, are you all right?"

"I'm fine, I'm fine! Just went down the wrong way," Anthea reassured them as she wiped her mouth with the napkin.

Hearing that Anthea was okay, both of them relaxed.

Adah continued, "So, Annie, don't put too much pressure on yourself! It's just Harvard, right? Even if you don't ace the SATs, we've got ways to get you in..." Karen nodded in agreement.

Anthea looked up with a smile, "Adah, Mrs. Christensen, taking shortcuts isn't the right way! It wouldn't be fair to others who've worked hard for their SATS. Don't worry, with my smarts, I'll definitely get into Harvard on my own merit!"

chose to rely on her abilities! How many people in this world would

With your intelligence and awesomeness, you'll

added, "Annie! I believe in

Meanwhile, in Capital City.

well over time and was now back to normal. With the SATS approaching, Darleen was more determined than ever! Even though her grades were already top-notch, she

the circles of the wealthy, few heiresses actually had stellar grades; most got into prestigious colleges through hefty donations! She was determined to stand out with her scores, to make everyone

snacks, "Darleen, have something to eat before you

"Thanks, Mom."

watched Darleen with satisfaction. Her daughter had always been exceptional, mastering the arts and academics alike. She never had to worry about Darleen, who would spend her free

think

responded, "Better than Gerard, getting into

asked, surprised and

other hand, had been consistently among the top three in

knew her daughter well. She knew Darleen never boasted without reason; if she believed she could outperform Gerard, then she must be ninety percent sure of it. What could Gerard amount to? Born to a less distinguished family, he might grow up amidst wealth but

of her and Jonah could be the rightful heir to the Lindsay