Chapter 394

Looking back, Maja still found it amusing that the guy never bothered to ask her real name and she had no idea she had become Herbert’s apprentice. Herbert’s work was top–notch, but he was a social recluse and hated having his photo taken, so his face was unknown to most

It was only by chance that Maja found his style strikingly similar to a painter she adored. When she enquired, she was stunned to find that it was the same person.

And she had become Herbert’s last apprentice without even realizing it.

Herbert never participated in any social events, always ranting about how fake people were.

“Penny, I’m giving you this painting. See if you like it. Don’t stand on ceremony with me. The auction house has been nagging me for it. I gave them a non–committal answer. If you want it, it’s yours.”

His affection for her was plain as day.

In the initial years, Herbert taught Maja a thing or two. Especially when they were in Crystalbrook Valley; he taught her everything he knew.

That year, Maja improved by leaps and bounds.

Eventually, Herbert felt there was nothing more he could teach her, so he left to seek inspiration around the world.

Maja looked at that painting.

Herbert’s style was unique; his landscapes seemed to leap off the canvas.

new inspiration? Your style is more

fond of his apprentice. Hearing her praise, he was

the painting sent to you. Ian’s Grandma is having a birthday, right? Give her the painting. She’ll love

Greenfield. After something happened

what he looked like. Only after

seemed to hold a high position in the Raymond

could reply, Herbert

sent to you. I’m off to create something new. If you’re wronged in Greenfield, don’t bottle it up

worry, I’m

Herbert sighed.

though. He’s from a rich family, knows hardship, and even

at ease, Maja said, “He’s actually quite a nice guy.”

as long as you’re

and continued looking at the picture

Maja remembered correctly, didn’t like her when they were about to get married. It was only Holden who insisted.

her temples, foreseeing trouble if

him and pushed

into Carlene who

thought Ian wouldn’t come to the office today as he was still at

was Saturday.

we got news from North America, Herbert’s painting is indeed going to the auction. Lots of people will want to be there, even Fitch Haskins. When

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