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.

what do you think?" Paul looked at

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

let's all take

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 depth

praise filled the room. Everyone expressed their admiration for

"Is this a really good copy? Harper only came back from the countryside a year ago. How could she possibly have Mr. Cardin's work? This feels like a trick, just trying to make

an heiress in high society, she had also made a name for herself in the entertainment

buzz of criticism filled the room. People scrutinized

just

convincing imitation, but still not

Mitchell give Paul a

The murmurs grew louder.

softly, "Lucy, don't say that. Maybe Harper just wanted to surprise Grandpa and got a fake because she couldn't get the real one. Maybe someone

birthday party. It was Lucy who brought

another to fool everyone like this. My grandfather loves collecting oil paintings, and I've

guests were already convinced

eyes turned to Harper, who remained remarkably calm

whispered, "Grandpa, why don't you sit down and rest for a bit? You must

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

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

and Lily also frowned in displeasure, while Benjamin glanced at

spoke up, "Sir Martin, the Mitchell family had no idea about the gift Harper sent. She...doesn't consult us on anything. Don't worry. I will teach her a lesson

to Grandpa,

But Harper didn't move.

she was only brought back into the family last year. She usually keeps to herself and isn't close with the family. This was certainly not

distance herself from

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 with whatever Harper had gifted him, regardless of its

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