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.

do you think?"

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

then let's all

its simplicity. Mountains and rivers faded into the crystalline white, creating an atmosphere of stillness and serenity. The artist's brushwork was confident

their admiration for the painting and felt lucky to

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

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

a buzz of criticism filled the room. People

like it's just a good

a convincing imitation, but still not the

Ms. Mitchell give Paul a fake? Does

The murmurs grew louder.

just wanted

birthday party. It was

you really are too kind," Lucy said with an air of superiority. "It's one thing to be considerate, but it's another to fool everyone like

of the guests were already convinced

Harper, who remained

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

nodding his head. Then, he carefully put the oil painting

to humiliate you by sending a fake?" someone in the crowd

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

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

apologize to Grandpa, now!" Jack commanded

But Harper didn't move.

the Mitchells. Sure, Harper's 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 intention. It was

to distance herself from

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

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