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

painting is yours now.

let's all

snowy landscape, stunning in its simplicity. Mountains and rivers faded into the crystalline white, creating an atmosphere of stillness and serenity.

praise filled the room. Everyone expressed their admiration for the

by a skeptical voice. "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

the prestigious White family. Though an heiress in high society, she had also made a name for herself in

of criticism filled the room. People scrutinized the painting, finding fault after

just

convincing imitation, but still not

a

The murmurs grew louder.

Lucy, Lauren gently tugged at her shirt and said softly, "Lucy, don't say that. Maybe Harper just wanted to surprise Grandpa and got a fake because she

party. It was Lucy

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 around them enough since

guests were already convinced by

who remained remarkably calm without

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

he carefully put the oil painting aside, never taking

trying to humiliate you by sending a

expression turned cold. Scott and Lily also frowned

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

apologize to Grandpa, now!"

But Harper didn't move.

our daughter, but everyone knows 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 our

from Harper, while Jack also felt

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

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