From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent (Anthea ) novel Chapter 387

Christmas presents?

Tanya was known for being tight-fisted. Getting a dime out of her was like pulling teeth. And now, she's suddenly generous?

Hank eyed Tanya skeptically, "Tanya, you gotta be wanting something from me and your sister-in-law, right? If you do, just spill it."

Tanya shook her head, "Nope, bro, you're reading too much into it."

When their parents unwrapped their gifts, they were gobsmacked. These items would cost a pretty penny. Why on earth would Tanya splurge like this?

Karan, always sharp, looked up at Tanya, "Tanya, come clean. Did you get into some trouble?"

Tanya smiled, "Mom, what are you talking about? I'm nineteen. Can't I buy gifts for my family?"

Gage didn't overthink it, popping open a bottle of fine Scotch, "This is some good stuff! That's my girl!"

Karan shot Gage a look, then continued, "Tanya, these gifts weren't cheap. Even if you can afford them, it's wasteful. Your brother and sister-in-law's gifts are one thing, but I can't keep this dress. Return it tomorrow. Oh, and I signed you up for driving lessons. You start tomorrow. Aim to get your license by summer's end."

Hank and Jane quickly added, "Ours too. We should return them."

Tanya insisted, "The gifts are yours now, no returns. Mom, bro, sis, I've never really bought you anything over the years. Please, just accept them."

Then, she added, "Mom, I don't wanna do driving lessons. Get a refund for the tuition."

She only had three months left to live. What was the point in learning to drive?

Karan frowned, "Tanya! What's gotten into you tonight? Return the things that need returning. And you are taking those driving lessons. As for the gifts, you're returning them tomorrow! We're a practical family. We don't need luxury items! Save your money for college. You'll need it."

Karan had her reasons. Hank had been married for a while, still living with them, without a place of their own. It was important to save where they could. This spree must have cost a fortune! It pained her.