From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent (Anthea ) novel Chapter 172

Lacy was several years older than Sarah.

His parents had been on their case about settling down and starting a family, itching for the day they could spoil a grandchild.

But since Lacy's girlfriend was Sarah, the wedding had been on hold until now.

Now that Sarah was pregnant, their folks would be over the moon.

Compared to the joy of a child, what was a mere eighty grand?

Lacy couldn't stop smiling at the thought. He was eager to rush home and share the fantastic news with his parents.

Then Sarah added, “Remember the fuss about the wedding fund last time? My folks were really upset. Don’t you think your parents should come over and apologize to mine?”

The previous standoff over the wedding fund had left Sarah's family feeling cold, since the Browns hadn't been willing to part with the money.

Lacy nodded eagerly, “Of course! Don’t worry, Sarah, I’ll make sure they apologize.”

“That’s good to hear.” Sarah sighed in relief, confident that Lacy wasn’t the man Anthea had made him out to be.

How could she and their child not be worth more to Lacy than a measly eight grand?

Back at home, Lacy broke the news to his parents.

Debra looked at him in shock, asking, “What did you say?”

“I said Sarah’s pregnant! She’s carrying my child!” replied Lacy.

Lacy's father, Bob, who was sitting on the couch reading the newspaper, beamed with joy, “Really? Sarah’s actually pregnant?”

“Yes!” Lacy pulled out the doctor's report from his bag, “Here, take a look. It’s the official report from the hospital.”

Bob's hands shook as he took the paper, scanning the words before exclaiming, “We’re going to have an heir! Bless the heavens! Thank the Lord!”

Bob immediately dropped to his knees in gratitude.

Debra snatched the report from Bob, “Is it true? She’s really pregnant?”

“Mom, you’re going to be a grandmother!”

Debra didn’t seem too thrilled, her brows furrowed, “Is she using the pregnancy to pressure you?”

“What?” Lacy was taken aback.

Debra scoffed, “Don’t tell me she hasn’t made any demands!”