Rising from the Ashes The Heiress They Tried to Erase

Chapter 828:

A thin veil seemed to drift across the painting’s surface. It didn’t look like paint at all — it resembled real fabric, delicate and weightless.

Right then, Mariana clearly caught the sound of chairs dragging across the floor from the judges’ table. Some of the judges had risen, unable to resist. They walked briskly over, eager to examine Maia’s artwork more closely.

Their faces quickly shifted. Shock and awe spread across their features as they studied the details.

“This… this was actually done with paint? No matter how I look at it, it honestly seems like there’s a real sheer cloth sitting on top of it.”

“Just look at how the shadow of the veil falls, how the colors are layered, how she handled the transparency… it’s absolutely flawless.”

“What really draws you in are the eyes and that faint smile — there’s something mysterious about them. You can’t tear your gaze away. There’s no question in my mind — Maia has to be Matias, the one who created Rebirth!”

“I always believed Mariana was the brightest star among young painters. I never imagined someone else could outshine her. This piece deserves full marks, no question.”

agree!” the other judges chimed in without

seated among the judges couldn’t hold

gladly pay ten million

top that — twenty

“Fifty million, right here!”

raise it to a

around the bidding collectors. All around, the crowd let out audible

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thought I’d get to see such an astonishing painting

a photo for reference? No way… this looks more

doesn’t stand a chance

offers pouring in, Maia remained calm.

piece isn’t for sale.” Her tone was kind, yet unwavering. Then she turned to Chris, her head tilted slightly and her eyes gleaming with warmth. “Like I just said, Chris, it’s for you.