From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent (Anthea ) novel Chapter 485

The table was laden with comforting dishes: a hearty stew, freshly steamed fish, sautéed mushrooms with greens, and a rich pot roast. Nanson, having spent three days in Pellonia subsisting on the local cuisine, was visibly excited to see such a familiar spread. He couldn't help but swallow back a wave of nostalgia.

Delicious!

Absolutely mouthwatering.

He glanced over to Sherman’s side.

What was that plate of green stuff?

Salad?

Nanson furrowed his brow ever so slightly.

“Let me help you with that,” Sherman offered, picking up Nanson’s plate with a smile.

Sherman’s desire to please Nanson was clear, knowing full well that keeping him happy was always a good strategy.

Witnessing this scene, Sherman’s assistant was dumbfounded.

He even wondered if he was seeing things.

Having worked alongside Sherman for so long, he had never seen him act so deferential.

Was he really feeding someone else?

Who was this Mr. Yeager, anyway?

Could he be some kind of hidden VIP?

Nanson quickly waved him off, “No, no, it's okay. My head’s injured, not my hands. I can manage by myself.”

With that, he took the plate from Sherman and began to eat.

Sherman returned to his salad.

After finishing the meal, Sherman put down his fork and wiped his mouth with a napkin. “Mr. Yeager, I have a few things to handle this afternoon. Lacy will be here to assist you. Just let him know if you need anything.”

Lacy stepped forward promptly, “Hello Mr. Yeager, I’m Lacy.”

Nanson quickly set down his fork, “Really, you go ahead. I don’t need to be babysat, and Lacy can leave too. I feel fine and plan to check out this afternoon.”

Nanson had an important business meeting scheduled later. He had spent days securing a key contact for the project and wasn’t about to let a minor injury derail his plans.

Besides, he’d endured far worse injuries in his younger years.

This little setback was nothing in Nanson’s eyes.

Sherman seemed to sense Nanson’s thoughts and continued, “You don’t need to worry about the contract. I've arranged everything. Someone will come by this afternoon to finalize the details. All you need to do is sign.”