Heartstrings On Fire

Chapter 553

Manuel huffed, “This is on you guys, you can’t just dump this on me. I came for the painting, and now you’ve made me a laughing stock. You owe me a decent compensation. You did say ‘tenfold compensation for a fake‘, Ms. Beatrice. You gotta keep your promise.”

Beatrice stormed up, “You nouveau riche, are you just looking to stir up trouble?”

Manuel hated being labeled as a nouveau riche, and Beatrice’s words hit him like fuel to the fire.

“All of you, making money under the guise of charity, I’m gonna sue.”

Laura could feel things spiraling out of control, especially with all the media around.

They were supposed to be witnesses, not the ones making headlines.

Then, out of the blue, Jared stepped up.

Jared said, “The value of a painting lies in how people perceive it. Although this one isn’t an original, it’s still a masterpiece. And let’s not forget, none of the experts here could tell it was a fake. It’s not Ms. Beatrice’s fault that she got duped. I’m willing to fork out $21 million for it in support of the charity. Anyone willing to top that?”

Every time Jared spoke, he caused an uproar.

This time, he was clearly defending Ms. Beatrice.

willing to shell out big bucks for it. That way, the

had no reason to demand compensation here, unless he bid higher

he would be blatantly stirring the pot for his own gain.

take a major hit.

was the CEO of the

if it cost 20 million, or even 200 million, he wouldn’t bat

aware of

had stepped in, he didn’t dare to confront

have taken another unexpected turn.

the fake painting, Jared’s “heroic rescue” story was more captivating.

exposed by Jared’s ex–wife, but in the end, Jared was the one who bought it for a hefty

his ex–wife’s face? And everyone got

and old flame, Jared chose the

Jared’s relationship was pretty much set

was reminded of the time

criticism.

the

help but chuckle.