From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 35

Harriet jogged over to find Anthea, her laughter cutting through the morning bustle. “Hey Anthea, get some help, will you? You’re needed inside for table service.”

“What?” Anthea blinked in confusion.

“We’ve got some big shots inside specifically asking for you,” Harriet said, a grin playing on her lips. “Are they pals of yours or something?” She paused for a second, considering Anthea’s humble beginnings, it seemed quite improbable.

But Harriet had seen them clearly. The most attractive among them was decked out in luxury brands that most people only ever saw on TV.

As T–shirt that they wore was worth a grand. If Anthea knew these types, she wouldn’t be

waiting tables at this joint.

Anthea furrowed her brow slightly as she followed Harriet inside.

With a nod of her chin, Harriet pointed out the table. “That one with the three girls sitting at it. Make sure you give them the VIP treatment.”

Anthea, her expression unreadable, approached with the menu in hand. “What can I get for you ladies today?”

She needed to fulfill her duty in any way. If these three were here to stir trouble, she’d just have to roll with the punches.

wasn’t about to back down.

off guard as she looked

her smirk paralyzed on her

Anthea? How had the so–called ugly duckling transformed

expected to see a pitiful

Anthea was

How could this bitch be so attractive? Had she gone under the surgery? How dare she look

envy, her composure shattered. She couldn’t

just take money yesterday for makeup and beauty products? Why wasn’t she wearing

dolled up today? Don’t you know your plain face could scare someone?” Mae

brow slightly with a look of genuine confusion on her face. “Why

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makeup? And do I

innocent demeanor, Alicia and Mae started doubting

gone

fuming, stood up abruptly, pointing at Anthea. “Cut the act, Anthea! You definitely

ready to order, I