From Sneers to Cheers Anthea's Ascent novel Chapter 24

"Not a big deal, I've got some snacks for you. Take these. By the way, where's your family?" said the girl gently.

The little boy shook his head, "I don't know. I came out by myself."

"You shouldn't be out here alone. It's not safe. How about I walk you back home?"

He nodded, "Thank you."

Watching this heartwarming scene unfold, Daniel couldn't help but slow his pace.

The man in charge noticed Daniel's interest and quickly whispered to his assistant with a savvy eye, "Check out that young lady."

"Right away, sir," the assistant replied respectfully.

Soon the girl in the white summer dress vanished into the crowd with the little boy in tow, and Daniel continued on his way.

"Mr. Robinson, your car is here," said the man beside Daniel, holding the door open with deference.

Once inside the vehicle, the man glanced at the message the assistant had forwarded to him and, with a sycophantic smile, said, "Mr. Robinson, that young lady we just saw at the entrance is Rebecca Morris, the newly welcomed daughter of the Morris family."

Daniel was taken aback.

So it was her! No wonder she looked so familiar.

His opinion of Rebecca had plummeted after the broken engagement fiasco, but it seemed he had been mistaken about the whole situation.

A woman who showed such kindness to a begging child couldn't be the type to call off an engagement over wealth.

Daniel's thoughts were racing.

Returning from the market, Carole was already bustling about in the kitchen.

Anthea took the spatula from her hands, "Mom, go rest. I've got this covered."

"But this isn't your job," Carole protested. Knowing full well that the Morris family had cooks and maids, she doubted Anthea had ever stepped foot in a kitchen.

Anthea chuckled, "I picked up a few things while with the Morris family. Don't underestimate me. You should take care of your health and avoid the kitchen fumes."

In truth, the original Anthea couldn't cook at all.

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