From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent (Anthea ) novel Chapter 357

"Cough cough cough!"

"Annie, are you okay? Slow down with the eating!" Adah was startled and quickly stood up to pat Anthea on the back.

Karen immediately handed Anthea a napkin, her face filled with concern. "Ann, are you all right?"

"I'm fine, I'm fine! Just went down the wrong way," Anthea reassured them as she wiped her mouth with the napkin.

Hearing that Anthea was okay, both of them relaxed.

Adah continued, "So, Annie, don't put too much pressure on yourself! It's just Harvard, right? Even if you don't ace the SATs, we've got ways to get you in..."

Karen nodded in agreement.

Anthea looked up with a smile, "Adah, Mrs. Christensen, taking shortcuts isn't the right way! It wouldn't be fair to others who've worked hard for their SATs. Don't worry, with my smarts, I'll definitely get into Harvard on my own merit!"

Karen beamed at Anthea. She couldn't be prouder. Her granddaughter-in-law was simply the best. She had the option to take the easy path but chose to rely on her abilities! How many people in this world would do that like her granddaughter-in-law? Truly, she thought, Anthea was the world's best granddaughter-in-law.

"Exactly, Ann! With your intelligence and awesomeness, you'll definitely get into Harvard!"

Adah added, "Annie! I believe in you too!"

...

Meanwhile, in Capital City.

Though Darleen had been in a car accident before, she had recovered well over time and was now back to normal. With the SATs approaching, Darleen was more determined than ever! Even though her grades were already top-notch, she couldn't afford to slack off.

In the circles of the wealthy, few heiresses actually had stellar grades; most got into prestigious colleges through hefty donations! She was determined to stand out with her scores, to make everyone take notice and to make her mother, Edna, incredibly proud!

Edna brought Darleen some snacks, "Darleen, have something to eat before you hit the books again."