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?" Paul

yours now. It's up to you," she

then let's all take a

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,

admiration

a really good copy? Harper only came back from the countryside a year ago. How could she possibly have Mr.

the only daughter of the prestigious White family. Though an heiress in high society, she had also made

criticism filled the room. People scrutinized

like it's just a good

but

Paul a fake? Does her family

The murmurs grew louder.

said softly, "Lucy, don't say that. Maybe Harper just wanted to surprise Grandpa and got a

actually invited to Paul's birthday party. It was Lucy

too kind," Lucy said with an air 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

the guests were

Harper, who remained remarkably calm without any

over to Paul and whispered, "Grandpa, why don't you sit down and rest

replied with a smile, nodding his head. Then, he carefully put the oil painting aside, never taking

trying to humiliate you by sending a fake?" someone in the crowd

also frowned in displeasure,

family had no idea about the gift Harper sent. She...doesn't consult us on anything. Don't worry.

Grandpa, now!" Jack

But Harper didn't move.

added, "Don't get the wrong idea about the Mitchells. Sure, Harper's our daughter, but everyone knows she was only brought back into the family last year. She usually keeps to

herself from Harper, while Jack also

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."

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