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.

you think?" Paul

the painting is yours now. It's

let's all

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

room. Everyone expressed their admiration for the painting

Harper only came back from the countryside a

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

her words fell, a buzz of criticism filled the room.

it's just

a convincing imitation, but still not the real

Ms. Mitchell give Paul a fake? Does her

The murmurs grew louder.

Lucy, Lauren gently tugged at her shirt and said softly, "Lucy, don't say that. Maybe Harper just

birthday party. It was Lucy who

an air of superiority. "It's one thing to be considerate, but it's another to fool everyone like this. My grandfather loves collecting

guests were already

Harper, who remained remarkably

why don't you sit down and rest for a bit? You must be tired after

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

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

also frowned in displeasure, while Benjamin glanced at the speaker

could respond, Jack 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

apologize to Grandpa,

But Harper didn't move.

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 our

herself from Harper,

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

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