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

yours now. It's up to you,"

then let's all take

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 depth that seemed

chorus of praise filled the room. Everyone expressed their admiration for

shattered 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

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

her words fell, a buzz of criticism filled the room. People scrutinized the painting, finding fault

like it's just a good

convincing imitation, but

Paul a fake? Does

The murmurs grew louder.

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

birthday party. It was Lucy who brought her

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

that, most of the guests

Harper, who remained remarkably calm without any hint of

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

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

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

Lily 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

Grandpa, now!" Jack

But Harper didn't move.

the family last year. She usually keeps to herself and isn't close with the family. This was certainly not our intention.

desperate to distance herself from Harper, while Jack

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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