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.

think?" Paul looked at

is yours now.

let's all take a

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 artist's brushwork was confident yet delicate, giving the

praise filled the room. Everyone expressed their admiration for the painting and felt lucky

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

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

buzz of criticism filled the room. People scrutinized the

it's just

a convincing imitation, but still not the real

a

The murmurs grew louder.

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 couldn't get the real one. Maybe

party. It was Lucy

fool everyone like this. My grandfather loves collecting oil paintings, and I've been around them enough since childhood. I know a fake

guests were already convinced by

who remained remarkably calm without any hint

"Grandpa, why don't you sit down and rest for

Then, he carefully put the oil painting aside, never taking

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

and Lily also frowned

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

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 intention. It was all

was desperate to distance herself from

"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

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