Chapter 421:

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Meanwhile, Allison’s steady hands continued their work, focused solely on restoring the painting. She wanted no part in the confrontation and kept her attention on her task.

Colton flinched but didn’t dare retaliate. “Grandpa, please,” he started, his voice strained. “I brought the best restoration team. They’ll make sure the painting is restored perfectly. Just give me one chance. Trust me.” The mighty reputation of Colton, CEO of Stevens Group, was hanging by a thread.

Melany, tears welling in her eyes, stepped in before Keanu could speak. “Keanu, don’t be so hard on him,” she sniffled, blinking back crocodile tears. “No matter how upset you are, you can’t turn your back on your own grandson. Colton’s only trying to make things right. He brought this team for you!” She positioned herself dramatically between Colton and Keanu, her hands outstretched.

“If you’re still angry, Keanu, hit me instead.”

Keanu’s irritation deepened, but Melany’s theatrics were too much for him. With a groan, he lowered his cane, his rage fizzling out into resigned annoyance.

Meanwhile, Allison stepped back, her eyes scanning the canvas one last time before releasing a soft breath of satisfaction.

the heavy silence that had settled over the room. Everyone turned toward

drift to

as if seeing her for the

murmured, his throat dry, as if the words had

swallowed hard, the bruises on his lips stretching painfully, but he didn’t seem to care. His eyes remained locked on hers, filled

she completely ignored

Keanu. “Does

Keanu and Melany both approached the painting, scrutinizing her work. Allison stepped

of approval. “It’s perfect!” he exclaimed.

seemed to melt away, and even Melany and

evident as

of the men from the restoration crew spoke up with a smirk. “Miss, you’ve done your

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