From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent (Anthea ) novel Chapter 269

Gina let out a sigh before speaking, "Lizzie, honey, I know things are different now compared to back in my day. Whatever is going on, you have to talk to us, okay?"

Lizzie nodded, her eyes welling up as she wrapped her arms around Gina, "Mom…"

"What's the matter, pumpkin?" Gina was taken aback, "Lizzie, has someone been picking on you at school? If anyone's giving you a hard time, you have to tell me..."

Sniffing, Lizzie said, "I'm okay, Mom. It's just I watched this horror movie online last night, and it's still freaking me out a bit."

Gina chuckled and said, "You're a big girl now, still getting scared over a silly movie. It's all make-believe."

She paused, then continued, "Lizzie, I know you’ll have you own little secrets. But remember, if you ever run into any problems, feel free to talk to me about it, okay?"

"Sure, Mom." Lizzie nodded again.

"Alright, go freshen up and let's have breakfast," Gina said, patting Lizzie's shoulder.

Lizzie went to wash her face.

Halfway through breakfast, Malcolm finally rolled out of bed.

Gina promptly handed him a toothbrush with paste and ran the water for him to wash his face, tending to him with meticulous care.

Once cleaned up, Malcolm walked into the kitchen and glanced into the pot, "What's for breakfast today?"

"We've got some oatmeal, and I picked up some donuts," Gina replied, "I've already dished out your oatmeal, and it's on the table."

Malcolm frowned, "Donuts again?" They had been on a donut streak for a month now.

Gina untied her apron, smiling. "Well, what are you in the mood for? I'll go and get it."

Malcolm considered for a moment, "How about grabbing a bagel and a couple of those sausage biscuits?"

"Okay," Gina nodded, "Just wait here."

Normally, this would seem like a routine exchange.

But now, Lizzie was seething with anger.

She felt like Gina's love was being thrown away.

Ever since she saw Malcolm with that mistress, she couldn't stand to see Malcolm taking Gina for granted.

Gina was so good to him. How could he treat her like this?

"Don't indulge him if he doesn't appreciate it, Mom." Lizzie blocked Gina's way.

"What's gotten into you?" Gina said, helpless.