From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent ( Anthea ) novel Chapter 35

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. 

Anthea wasn’t about to back down. 

The familiar voice caught Rebecca off guard as she looked up with a sneer. 

But then, she froze, her smirk paralyzed on her lips. 

Was this Anthea? How had the so–called ugly duckling transformed like this? 

Rebecca had expected to see a pitiful mess, someone down on their luck. 

Instead, Anthea was positively radiant! 

“What was happening? How could this bitch be so attractive? Had she gone under the surgery? How dare she look better than me!” Rebecca cursed inwardly. 

Rebecca shifted her face through shades of envy, her composure shattered. She couldn’t bear anyone outshining her. 

Mae and Alicia were equally stunned. Didn’t Anthea just take money yesterday for makeup and beauty products? Why wasn’t she wearing any makeup? 

“Anthea, why aren’t you dolled up today? Don’t you know your plain face could scare someone?” Mae frowned, her voice accusatory. 

“Makeup?” Anthea creased her brow slightly with a look of genuine confusion on her face. “Why 

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would I need makeup? And do I know you two?” 

As they observed Anthea’s innocent demeanor, Alicia and Mae started doubting their encounter the previous day. 

Had Anthea gone mad? 

Mae, fuming, stood up abruptly, pointing at Anthea. “Cut the act, Anthea! You definitely took our money!” 

Anthea’s smile was subtle yet firm. “If you’re not ready to order, I have other tables to attend.