Upon hearing that, Carole immediately nodded with eagerness. “Of course! Right this way, Ann.”


    The bathroom was at the far end of the house, a tiny little space that could barely fit one person. If


    you tried squeezing in another, you’d be hard–pressed to even turn around.


    Carole cast a nervous nce at Anthea. She was worried that Anthea might find the modest


    amodations unsatisfactory, especially since Anthea had lived a life of luxury before.


    Noticing no sign of displeasure on Anthea’s face, Carole continued, “You go ahead and take a


    shower, Ann. I’ll go find you some fresh clothes.”


    “Thank you. That would be great,” Anthea acknowledged with a nod.


    At home, there were a few garments that Reba had discarded, still brand new. Carole had


    bought them for Reba to wear at home, but Reba had turned her nose up at them. deeming


    them too shabby, and had never worn them…


    However, Reba was shorter and a bit fatter than Anthea, so her old clothes would hardly be


    suitable for Anthea to wear.


    Carole walked to the nearby thrift shop and spent ten dors on two new outfits for Anthea.


    To the average person, five bucks for an outfit might sound like bargain–bin deals, but for Carole,


    that was a splurge. She usually wore hand–me–downs that others had cast off.


    Ten dors was a sum she’d have to save for ages to umte!


    After a quick shower, Anthea stood in front of the mirror, scrutinizing the reflection of the girl. before


    her. A wless oval face, skin so delicate and pale that it was nearly translucent, and eyes like


    precious onyx, their beauty enhanced by long, lushshes. Her lips, a muted red, held an aloofness


    that was distant and cool. The face in the mirror had a sense of refined elegance.


    Anthea’s lips curled into a slight smile, and the beauty in the mirror reciprocated, her smile blooming


    like a rose, radiant and captivating. This face bore a resemnce to her past self, each with its


    unique charm.


    Relieved to see that her new body was quite attractive. After all, she had always been a sucker for


    good looks. Anthea’s mood lifted.


    “Not bad at all,” she mused, tying her hair into a messy bun that revealed the graceful curve of her


    neck. She whistled at her reflection, yfully saying, “I’m such a hottie!”


    After admiring herself for a bit longer, Anthea slipped into the clothes Carole had brought her.


    When the fabric touched her skin, Anthea frowned. Having been ustomed to designer wear, she


    felt a bit ufortable in these rougher garments. She must make some money quickly to lead her


    family to a morefortable life and reach new heights.


    Chapter 7.


    Anthea raised an eyebrow, fragments of memories starting to piece together in her mind.


    Dressed and ready, she stepped out of the bathroom.


    Carole emerged from the kitchen with a te of spaghetti, “Ann,e and…”


    She stopped mid–sentence, caught off guard. She noticed Anthea in an unstained white shirt,


    casually tucked into her jeans, exuding a rebellious charm. Her long, straight legs and naturally


    pretty face were a sight to behold. Even in what was thrift shop attire, she had the elegance of high


    fashion, making even runway models seem in inparison.


    “Mom.” It was only when Anthea called out to her that Carole snapped out of her daze.


    Was this Anthea?


    Carole’s face registered total shock. She had never imagined that Anthea, once stripped of her


    makeup, would be so stunning. The phrase ‘a beauty to behold‘ would be an understatement.


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    “Ann, dinner’s ready. I made you some spaghetti,” Carole said, setting aside her amazement as she


    ced the te on the table.


    “Thanks, Mom, Anthea replied, picking up the fork and starting to eat with gusto.