From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent (Anthea ) novel Chapter 121

After Anthea left, Alicia turned to Rebecca and said, "Rebecca, can you believe the nerve of Anthea? Do you want me to set her straight?"

Rebecca frowned, her voice tinged with annoyance. "Alicia, how can you talk like that? Ann may not give me respect, but I've always seen her as my little sister! No one gets to bully her on my watch!"

Alicia heaved a sigh, "Rebecca, you're just too sweet. When you're too nice, you end up on the bottom."

"It's okay," Rebecca said with a smile, "Sometimes, taking the short end of the stick can be a blessing."

While playing the role of the gracious older sister, Rebecca discreetly surveyed her surroundings.

Mr. Christensen had been sitting at the next table this whole time. That meant he must have noticed her.

After all, in this day and age, there weren't many girls who'd opt for a veggie burger over a juicy steak.

She resolved to mind her manners while eating, determined to reclaim the dignity she'd lost earlier.

With that thought, Rebecca instinctively straightened her posture, not allowing herself a moment of slack.

Daniel had been watching Rebecca the whole time. He whispered to Sherman, "Hey, Rebecca is just like you! She's a vegetarian too! I bet she's just used to not eating meat and couldn't bear the thought of it. You two might have more in common than you think."

If it were anyone else, Daniel would have thought they were putting on an act.

But this was Rebecca! She was too kind-hearted for such pretenses.

Sherman turned his head slowly, his gaze deep. "Don't you think that compared to Rebecca, Anthea fits the bill of a high-society lady a bit more?"

In terms of demeanor, appearance, or even the way they carried themselves in conversation, Rebecca didn't hold a candle to Anthea.

Forget Rebecca, even the young women from the most prominent families in the Capital City couldn't match up to Anthea.

Sherman exhaled a smoke ring, which dissipated to reveal his chiseled features. After a moment, his lips parted lightly, "You really are.'"

Daniel's only flaw was his naivety, especially when it came to women.

"Sherman, please don't fall for her tricks!"

Daniel was so agitated that he accidentally knocked over a coffeepot on the table. The pot was about to crash to the floor, threatening to shatter and soak everything in coffee.

"Careful." A pale and delicate hand swiftly caught the pot, setting it back on the table with ease. "That's freshly brewed coffee. It’s quite hot!"

Following the hand led to Anthea's unnaturally calm face.

Sherman looked up slightly, his eyes meeting hers. His voice was low and deep as he acknowledged, "Nice reflexes."