From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 477

With Nanson's words in mind, Gerard's anticipation to meet his mother only grew.

He couldn't wait for the day they would finally be reunited!

The two of them chatted for quite a while, and it wasn't until after four in the afternoon that Nanson drove Gerard back to his hotel. "Gerry, I have to travel to County Pellonia for work tomorrow, so I won't be able to see you off when you leave for Capital City the day after. Make sure to text me when you get there."

"Will do," Gerard nodded. "Goodbye, Mr. Yeager."

"Goodbye."

Meanwhile...

At the Christensen Corporation.

Anthea stood behind the boss's chair, while Sherman sat in it, pointing at the computer screen, "Here, here, and here there are a few minor issues. See if there's any way to fix them."

Anthea leaned in slightly, her elegant, fair fingers resting on the mouse.

A subtle, fresh fragrance emanated from her, filling his senses.

It was a scent unlike the synthetic notes of perfume.

It was natural, like the earthy aroma after a rain, irresistibly intoxicating.

Just then...

A playful strand of her hair slipped from her ear and brushed against his, the soft ends tickling his ear with a gentle, tingling sensation.

It felt rather enchanting.

Thump, thump, thump-

Sherman could clearly hear the pounding of his own heart.

a moment?"

composure, standing up to

dancing across the keyboard with effortless

screen shifted and transformed under her

by

on here?" Anthea turned to look at

on the desk and the other holding the mouse, effectively trapping Anthea between him

breathing was labored, heart throbbing

Pointing at the computer screen with his pen, he said, "There's actually no problem here. Look here, the

instructions and remote subroutine call opcodes aren't

on solving the problem, she forgot how close

lips brushed against his, cool and tinged with a

like a jolt

a fleeting

Sherman did too.

for that instant, the very air around

time in her life, Anthea felt her heart pounding

Thump, thump, thump.

longer belonged to her, completely out

What a transgression!

Truly a transgression!

had inadvertently taken advantage

found herself at a loss for

was dry,

up, clearing his throat awkwardly, trying

nodded, accepting the offer

"Is tea okay?"

prefer an

"Got it."