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From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent (Anthea ) novel Chapter 13

Chapter 13 

Bob scrambled to apologize with a few of his buddies

Anthea didn’t hold a grudge and turned to Nanson. Uncle Nanson, let’s get out of here.” 

Okay.Nanson promptly followed Anthea’s lead

Bob and his crew were left scratching their heads as they watched the pair stride away

Anthea had called Nanson Uncle‘. But why did Nanson seem more like Anthea’s loyal sidekick than her uncle

As they walked, Anthea glanced at Nanson. How much did we rake in tonight?” 

It’s all here.Nanson immediately pulled out his wallet and handed all the cash to Anthea

After Nanson handed over the money, it dawned on him. Why was he so obedient to Anthea

It was a strange feeling, almost instinctive

Anthea counted quickly, a blur of fingers revealing over fifteen thousand bucks.. 

She was so fast that Nanson barely had time to process before she finished counting

Here’s your cut, Uncle Nanson,Anthea handed Nanson a portion of the bucks

Nanson was puzzled. Wasn’t all that money his

Anthea read his thoughts and said, Don’t forget, Uncle Nanson, I won this cash. Without me, you’d be so broke that you couldn’t even keep your pants on.” 

The implication was clear that five grand was more than generous

Nanson gave a playful laugh, What’s a kiddo like you doing loaded with so much cash? Maybe you should let me handle it.” 

I’m saving for Mom’s medical bills,Anthea replied, referring to Carole’s health

Upon hearing it was for Carole’s treatment, Nanson didn’t press further

Carole’s health had failed these years, and Anthea seemed a caring soul

Just then, a piercing white light shot toward them from a distance, causing Nanson to instinctively shield his eyes

On the other hand, Anthea didn’t even blink, walking forward as if the glare meant nothing to her, as cool as a cucumber

Inside the back seat of a nearby car sat a figure with a sleek silhouette

He had a silver cross in hand, eyes closed in meditation

The eyes under the gently furrowed brows opened, revealing deep eyes as they passed the spot

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Chapter 13 

A faint smile played upon the lips

Holy smokes! Was that a smile

Peering into the rearview mirror, Daniel was agape with surprise

Having been with Sherman for so long, he’d never seen him smile

He must have seen wrong

Daniel gripped the steering wheel with one hand and rubbed his eyes with the other. When he looked again, everything was back to normal

So, it had been a mistake. He knew it. The Ice Kingcouldn’t possibly smile

Sherman pinched his nose and lazily ordered, Spread the word that my family is on the brink of financial ruin and about to hit rock bottom.” 

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