Chapter 218
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Westin’s mind was spinning . Could this be another copy by my senior t
He leaned in close , recalling Mono’s methods for spotting forgeries , his gare flicking over the brushwork again and again until Araby , he ch difference – the faintest edge , a certain sharpness to the strokes
Shocked , he murmured . “ My senior’s insitation skills are getting frighteningly good . Even your signature is identical , Professor
Mono sighed , a touch of helpless pride in his voice . “ Her style is always dark and heavy . That vorter painting is actually the least intense ane Forjeert , I’ve kept these hidden from the world ”
His casual tone , however , hit the rooms like a thunderclap .
Everyone knew Mono had taken on a disciple , but none had ever seen her work
Now they understood why .
This kind of painting was simply too controversial , too unsettling for public display – anyone who looked at it , artist or not , was left shaken ..
– Westin , dyeing Gael who remained completely unfazed , couldn’t hide his curiosity .
Mono noticed and explained , “ We have so many of her paintings at home . Gael’s gotten used to them – nothing can fare him now ”
Westin’s eyes lit up . “ Professor , could we see some more of her work ? Does your senior only copy your pieces , or can she imitate other artists too ?
Monolited his chin , a note of pride slipping into his words “ She can copy anything – if you’re willing to let her see your work , she recreate it intime . But as for visiting , that’s not up to me . I have to ask first . ”
Westin nodded with anticipation . “ I’m sure my senior will agree . ”
Mono motioned to the entrance . “ Enough chatter , it’s freezing out here . Let’s headi
dside . ”
“ Right ” Westin agreed quickly .
At the door , Liam let out a low whistle , “ Who would have thought Mond’s apprentice was that talented ? ”
Hannah replied coolly , “ With a master like Mono , it would be a tragedy if she wasn’t . ”
But she thought to herself , Collin’s work is even better than this .
Liam remembered the three paintings he’d recently returned – authenticity disputed by experts and finally declared imitations .
Aria had so many forgeries in her possession , she must know Mono’s apprentice personally .
He decided not to tell Hannah for now – no need to invite unnecessary trouble .
He offered , “ Hannah , do you want me to take you back to your apartment ? ”
She smiled . “ Jazmin’s probably still at my place . Please , drop me
When Hannah got home , her aunt Jazmin Gibson rushed over , excitement written all over her face . “ Did you get to see Mono ? Did you talk to him about Laking Collin as his student ? Did he remember your cousin ? ”
Hannah squeezed her aunt’s hand . “ Of course brought it up . Don’t worry , Auntie , Collin’s talent will absolutely impress him . At the judging in thre days , if Collin wins gold and asks to become Mono’s apprentice before Johan does , I’m sure Mona will agree
Her tone was so assured that Jazmin’s smile nearly split her face . “ I can’t thank you enough . ”
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“ We’re family . You and Zander have always treated me and my brother so well . Helping Colin makes me happy . ”
Zander Gibson , the head of the Gibson Group , had married late due to work .
Collin , just a
a little younger than Hannah , had shown astonishing talent for art from an early
Unlike some families , Zander and Jarmin had never led to force their son into a career he didn’t want
Zander had trained Dexter , the older brother , to inherit the business . The two families had always be close
Liam drove straight home , intent on returning those three paintings to Arla and maybe getting his hands on Mone’s apprentice’s contact info