From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 469

Did she really dislike Violet, or was there more to the story?

Carole and Nanson had been siblings for years, and he knew his sister wasn't the type to change her demeanor so easily. There had to be a reason behind it.

Smiling to shift the topic, Nanson asked, "Hey sis, where's Annie?"

Carole replied, "She should be in her room. I'll go get her."

Just as Carole stood up from the couch, the saying "speak of the devil" seemed to come to life. Anthea emerged from the room with a casual, "Mom, Uncle."

Her eyes scanned the room and landed on a woman she didn't recognize. This must be Violet.

Anthea raised an eyebrow slightly, immediately recalling the incident at the skincare store the previous day.

With a smile, Nanson introduced them, "Annie, this is Ms. White. Violet, meet my eldest niece."

Violet quickly stood up from the couch, her eyes alight with surprise. "So this is Annie! What a beauty! Hi Annie, I'm Violet. Your uncle speaks of you often!"

Having spent years in the bustling nightlife, Violet had never encountered such a stunning girl. Beautiful. Absolutely stunning. If she were at one of their gatherings, she'd be the brightest star, the one everyone admired.

"Hello, Ms. White." Anthea greeted politely.

Violet frowned slightly. Despite Anthea being just nineteen, she exuded an inexplicable pressure. It was peculiar, like standing before the highest authority in a bustling arena. It unnerved Violet, making her hesitate to meet Anthea's gaze directly.

She glanced down at herself. She hadn't said anything wrong, nor had she offended this mother-daughter duo. Her attire was impeccable... so why did it feel like a weight sat heavy on her heart?

turned to Violet and asked, "What does your family

caught a glimpse of

Violet and didn't want

father is a university professor, and my mother

They're currently

parents

family! Do you have

is why I envy

sister

Carole smiled politely.

Violet quickly. changed the subject. "Oh, by the way, brought you a gift. It's just a small token, but I hope

beautifully packaged gift—a high-end lipstick. No woman could resist a good

declined gracefully, "I appreciate the gesture, but I rarely

on the table, "I've

chimed in to support Violet, "Sis, Violet spent a long time picking out that perfect shade for

standing

Violet stood

kitchen's smoky. Don't ruin your

problem. I cook

gave Violet

Typically, someone who enjoys cooking at

life wouldn't have a