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

yours now.

then let's all take a

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

filled the room. Everyone expressed their admiration

atmosphere was abruptly 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 trick,

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

the room. People scrutinized the painting, finding

like it's just a

a convincing imitation, but still not the

Paul a fake? Does

The murmurs grew louder.

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

invited to Paul's birthday party.

another to fool everyone

that, most of the guests were already convinced

eyes turned to Harper, who remained remarkably calm without

down and rest for a bit? You

head. Then, he carefully put the oil painting

to humiliate you by sending a fake?" someone

expression turned cold. Scott and Lily also frowned in displeasure, while Benjamin glanced at

Martin, the Mitchell family had no idea about the gift Harper sent.

Grandpa, now!" Jack commanded

But Harper didn't move.

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

desperate to distance herself from Harper, while Jack also felt

Harper could respond, Paul's voice cut through the tension. "Alright, this is 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

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