I Once Married You (Harper and Benjamin)

Chapter 74

Chapter 74 Apologize

Scott and Lily smiled, clearly, as son and daughter-in-law, were the first to give a gift. It was a beautifully crafted wood cane for Paul.

"Happy birthday, Dad. We wish you well," Scott and Lily said.

Paul nodded with a smile, "Good."

Next was Benjamin, who presented a unique chessboard custom-made from top-quality emeralds.

Then, Harper followed with an oil painting.

She handed it to Paul, saying, "Grandpa, happy birthday."

Paul approached the painting, clearly delighted. Everyone could sense his fondness for Harper, and they all knew the connection between Paul and the Mitchells, so no one suspected anything.

Paul looked down and asked with surprise, "Harper, is this...a Vincent Cardin?"

Vincent Cardin was a famous artist, one of Paul's favorites since he was young.

Harper nodded. "Do you like it, Grandpa?"

"Like it? I love it! Harper, this gift means the world to me. I've wanted this painting for years, but I never won it at auction."

Paul said excitedly, showing his deep appreciation for Harper. Scott and Lily smiled, clearly pleased as well.

"I'm glad you love it, Grandpa," Harper said with a gentle smile, feeling happy herself.

"Would Sir Martin mind if we all take a look?" someone suggested.

do you think?"

yours now. It's up to you,"

let's all take

that, Paul personally unveiled the canvas. It revealed a snowy landscape, stunning in its simplicity. Mountains and rivers faded into the crystalline white, creating an atmosphere of stillness and serenity. The artist's brushwork was confident yet delicate, giving the landscape a sense of

Everyone expressed their admiration for the painting and felt lucky to be

the countryside a year ago. How could she possibly have Mr.

speaker was Lucy White, the only daughter of the prestigious White family. Though an heiress in high society, she had also made a name for herself

her words fell, a buzz of criticism filled the

it's just

convincing imitation, but still not the

a fake?

The murmurs grew louder.

Maybe Harper just wanted to surprise Grandpa and got a fake because

Paul's birthday party.

of superiority. "It's one thing to be considerate, but it's another to fool everyone like this. My grandfather loves collecting oil paintings, and I've been around them enough since childhood. I know a fake when I see

guests were already

who remained remarkably calm without any hint

"Grandpa, why don't you sit down and rest for a bit? You must be tired after standing for so

his head. Then, he carefully put the oil painting aside, never

humiliate you by sending a fake?"

also frowned in displeasure,

about the gift Harper sent.

to Grandpa, now!"

But Harper didn't move.

idea about the Mitchells. Sure, Harper's our daughter, but everyone knows she was only brought back into the family last year. She usually

was desperate to distance herself from Harper, while

could respond, Paul's voice cut through the tension. "Alright, this is my birthday party, and it's not the time to stir any trouble. Even if it's a good fake, I like it, and I appreciate it." Paul's words were clear. He was happy

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